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THE ''LOOKOUT HOUSE'' A Mid-Century Ranch Retreat in the Heart of the Hudson Valley Lovingly named The ''Lookout House'', this striking mid-century ranch sits confidently perched overlooking endless landscape of the Hudson Valley. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom, single floor home spans approximately 1600 feet. It also offers a two-car garage and tremendous storage. The soul of the home is its great room, where floor-to-ceiling windows dissolve the boundary between interior and landscape, framing panoramic views of the mountains and the rolling terrain of Wallkill. A commanding stone wood-burning fireplace anchors the space with warmth and timeless appeal, its generous bench seating an invitation to linger on crisp winter evenings, a hallmark of mid-century design at its most livable. The kitchen is both functional and full of potential, offering abundant storage, a breakfast peninsula perfect for casual gatherings, a wall oven, cooktop, dishwasher, and double sink. A sunny dining area flows naturally from the space, while an adjacent laundry and mudroom with additional pantry provides seamless transition to the attached two-car garage. The sleeping quarters are thoughtfully arranged along the home's generous footprint. Three bedrooms offer comfort and privacy, including a serene primary bedroom with walls of glass that capture the sweeping views beyond. There is a second bedroom offering an en suite bath and walk-in closet and finally, a third bedroom that can comfortably accommodate a Queen-sized bed plus additional furniture. A second full bath features a tub/shower combo, a newly updated, oversized vanity and additional storage in the linen closet. Completing this remarkable home is a luminous all-season room featuring a wall of windows drawing in natural light year-round, opening to a private backyard and patio ideal for al fresco entertaining or quiet contemplation of the landscape. Outside a sculptural spiral staircase ascends to a private lookout perch, where sweeping vistas of the countryside unfold in every direction -- a feature as poetic as it is rare. Mechanical highlights include central air conditioning, a whole-house generator, a newer roof, and an efficient Buderus furnace, ensuring comfort and peace of mind across every season. Perfectly positioned on a quiet country road, the property offers near-instant access to the very best the Hudson Valley has to offer: the charm of Gardiner, Wallkill, and Pine Bush; acclaimed wineries and craft breweries including Angry Orchard; the natural grandeur of Minnewaska State Park, Mohonk Mountain House, and the Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge. Chapel Field School and Blue-Chip Farm are just down the road, and major commuter routes are easily within reach. Whether sought as a forever home, a savvy investment, The ''Lookout House'' is a rare opportunity to own something genuinely irreplaceable, a home with a soul, a view, and a story all its own.
| Last Updated | 4/16/2026 | Year Built | 1960 |
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| Community | Shawangunk | Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| County | Ulster |
Additional Details
| APPLIANCES | Cooktop, DISHWASHER, DRYER, REFRIGERATOR, WASHER |
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| AREA | Shawangunk |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Attached Garage, Yes |
| LOT | 1 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Views |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 1.0 |
| PARKING | Paved, Attached, Garage |
| STORIES | 1 |
| STYLE | RANCH |
| TAXES | 10620 |
Location
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