4 Friendship Street, Tivoli, NY 12583 (MLS # 20262813)

A unique opportunity to step inside a perfectly preserved Greek Revival cottage perched along the Hudson River -- a true rarity, with only so many of these storied riverfront homes remaining. The Tivoli River House transcends time in every sense. Each room feels like a time capsule: deeply rooted in the past, yet perfectly suited for the present. Two spacious living rooms anchor either side of a hand-carved wooden staircase, flowing naturally onto a front porch where boats drift quietly along the Hudson, a timeless ritual that belongs entirely to this address. A well-appointed eat-in kitchen opens onto a bluestone patio made for dinner parties that linger late into warm summer evenings. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms each offer their own distinct character, one tucked privately toward the back of the home, the other graced with a charming balconette that brings sky and treetops into every morning. A third generous room invites itself to become whatever you need most: a home office, library, art studio, or reading sanctuary. Two full bathrooms, quaint and thoughtfully considered, feature custom hardware and bespoke vanities. In this light-filled home, no detail was overlooked. Below, a guest suite offers a private world of its own, complete with one bedroom, one bathroom, a kitchenette, and flexible living space. Ideal for visiting guests, extended family settling in for a season, or a separate home office entirely removed from the rhythm of the main house. Mature trees, a breathtaking Japanese maple, established magnolias, wildflowers, and swaying tall grasses surround the home, while intentional plantings create both privacy and a deep sense of place. The house feels utterly rooted in its landscape, as though it has stood quietly along the banks of the Hudson forever. Just beyond the front door, stroll through one of the most charming villages on the east side of the Hudson. Tivoli is home to some of the region's most beloved destinations, from Tivoli General to the warmth of GioBatta Alimentari, along with ice cream from Fortunes that earns a detour all its own. With a budding arts scene, the creative energy of nearby Bard College spilling into the streets, and a community that hums with life in all the right ways, there is something for everyone in this perfectly imperfect Hudson River town. The Tivoli River House is truly one of a kind, and the next steward will be fortunate to carry its story forward.

Last Updated	5/28/2026	Year Built	1900
Community	Tivoli	Garage Spaces	1.0
County	Dutchess

Additional Details

AIR	Ductless, Wall/Window Unit(s)
AIR CONDITIONING	Yes
APPLIANCES	Free-Standing Range, FREEZER, Propane Cooktop, RANGE HOOD, Washer/Dryer Stacked
AREA	Tivoli
BASEMENT	Apartment, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Yes
CONSTRUCTION	ASPHALT, Wood Siding
EXTERIOR	Private Yard
GARAGE	Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT	BASEBOARD
INTERIOR	Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet
LOT	0.36 acre(s)
LOT DIMENSIONS	0.36
PARKING	Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Attached, Garage
SEWER	Septic Tank
STORIES	2
STYLE	Greek Revival
TAXES	15088
VIEW	Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION	River
WATER	Public
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION	River

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