70 Royce Road
Bethel, NY 12720 · Sullivan County
Price
$737,000
Bed / Bath
3 bd · 3 ba
Interior
2,482 sqft
Lot
10.75 ac
Built
1890
About this home
Finally — a brand-new old farmhouse in the Catskills. Thoughtfully reimagined from the studs up, this circa-1890 farmhouse offers the rare opportunity to enjoy the soul and character of a historic home without sacrificing the comforts and efficiencies of modern living. Early settlers chose these hilltops for a reason, and this premium homesite still delivers today — with sweeping rural views, rolling acreage, and a sense of calm that feels worlds away from the city. Set on 10.75 acres of open and wooded land, the property was once part of a fine equestrian estate and now begins its next chapter as a beautifully restored country retreat. Extensive renovations include a gorgeous new Chef’s Kitchen, three luxurious bathrooms, highly efficient dense-pack insulation, and all new insulated windows — preserving the timeless farmhouse aesthetic while eliminating the drafty compromises of the past. Perched gracefully atop a quiet country rise, the home features covered front and rear porches, a stone patio for outdoor entertaining, a charming garden area, and long-reaching views of the surrounding countryside. Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms, a formal dining room, and a whimsical yet functional third-floor studio space once used by a painter for creative inspiration and quiet reflection. Located less than two hours from NYC and just minutes from the lakeside dining and nightlife of White Lake and Kauneonga Lake’s “Restaurant Row,” the home strikes a perfect balance between peaceful seclusion and vibrant Catskills culture. Bethel Woods Performing Arts Center, Resorts World Catskills, and The Kartrite Resort are all nearby, offering year-round entertainment and recreation. But perhaps the greatest luxury offered here is harder to quantify: quiet mornings with coffee on the porch, crisp evening air rolling across the hillside, and the unmistakable feeling of having finally exhaled. Come experience the serenity and timeless beauty of a farmhouse reborn.
Interior features
- Separate Formal Dining Room
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Kitchen Island
- Other
- See Remarks
- Storage
- Solid Surface Counters
- Bath In Primary Bedroom
Exterior features
- Gravel Driveway
Appliances
- Built In Refrigerator
- Double Oven
- Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Exhaust Fan
- Electric Water Heater
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Range Hood
- Washer
Mechanical
Heating
Electric, Oil, Baseboard, Forced Air
Schools
District
Monticello
Tax & finance
Annual taxes
$5,246
Financing
Cash · Conventional
MLS Attribution
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties. Listing agent: James Karpowicz. Data last updated 5/9/2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; should be independently verified. © NYS Alliance of MLSs.
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