The Land Report: September 2, 2025
Your weekly review of the best listings in the Catskills and Hudson Valley
This week, we’re looking at several promising lots and studying the unique opportunities each one offers. To guide our approach, we’re applying the designs and ideas from some of our existing projects, using them as models to imagine how these new sites could be developed.
Callicoon, NY
Lot 23 Serenity Drive Callicoon, NY 12723
Price: $109,000
Acres: 6.17
County: Sullivan
Development Strategy: Second Home / Rental
Inspiration Project: The Trail House
Required Land Improvement Projects: Perc Test, Septic Design, Septic System Install, Electrical Install, Clearing
Project Level: Easy
Why This Place Is Cool: Plenty of privacy and natural charm just a short drive south of Callicoon, close to great restaurants, shopping, and the Delaware River. Lot already has a drilled well, existing driveway, mostly level land - plus a peaceful stream running through the back corner.
Location: Callicoon is definitely a HUTS team favorite in the western Catskills. This historic hamlet nestled right along the Delaware River will surely find a quick home in your heart. Outdoor enthusiasts, art aficionados, and micro distillery fans alike will all find something to appreciate about this town.
How HUTS Would Design This Lot: On this lot, we are envisioning a project inspired by The Trail House—a two-building compound designed for dirt bike and motocross enthusiasts. The garage provides space for bike storage and repairs, with the potential to convert the loft into an apartment in a future phase. In both The Trail House and this imagined scheme of the same premise on Serenity Drive, the main residence is based on the HUTS Medium Bar.
Estimated Construction Costs: $650k
Andes, NY
Crescent Hill Ln #15 Andes, NY 13731
Price: $139,000
Acres: 5.5
County: Delaware
Development Strategy: Second Home / Rental
Inspiration Project: Endless Meadow
Required Land Improvement Projects: Well Install, Clearing, Electrical Run, Driveway Install
Project Level: Easy
Why This Place is Cool: Peaceful 5+ acre lot sits at the end of a town road, giving it plenty of privacy along with great southern light and mountain views. It’s tucked away, but still just a few minutes from Margaretville and Andes. Bonus points : There’s already a septic system in place for a three-bedroom home, so it’s ready for building.
Location: Andes is located just 3 hours from NYC and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Catskill Mountains. The adorable Main Street brings rolling hills and farmland together with eclectic shops, galleries, and craft breweries. There is an artsy, community vibe in this small mountain town that will keep you coming back.
How HUTS Would Design This Lot : The views from this lot are reminiscent of our Endless Meadow project in nearby Bovina, and we’d like to capture that same feeling here. Endless Meadow is a two-bedroom, two-bath rental on a small lot surrounded by expansive farmland and state land. Its design, a modified Small L, was tailored to highlight the rolling hills and ridgelines that define the property’s character. We imagine the same experience here, with open meadows and far-reaching views
Estimated Construction Cost: $600k
Amenia, NY
Lot 4 Westerly Ridge Drive Amenia, NY 12501
Price: $169,000
Acres: 6.34
County: Dutchess
Development Strategy: Forever Home
Inspiration Project: Fremont Forever Home
Required Land Improvement Projects: Perc Test, Septic Design, Septic Install, Well Install, Driveway Install, Electrical Run
Project Level: Easy
Why This Place Is Cool: This lot has open meadows, big views, and easy access with a short driveway and nearby utilities. Right by the Connecticut border, it’s a quiet spot where you’ll see plenty of wildlife and have lots of ways to enjoy the outdoors—whether it’s birdwatching, walking the Harlem Valley Rail Trail, or checking out local farm markets.
Location: Amenia is a small Hudson Valley town known for its scenic farmland, rolling hills, and relaxed pace of life. Just a short drive from the Wassaic train station, it offers easy access to New York City while keeping a quiet, rural charm. The area is home to farm markets, trails, and nearby cultural spots, making it a welcoming place for both weekend getaways and year-round living.
How HUTS Would Design This Lot: This location offers the ideal balance of peace, space, and convenience—perfect for putting down roots while remaining close to the train and within easy reach of the city. For inspiration, we look to one of our larger “Forever Home” projects, the Fremont Forever Home. This family residence is designed as a modified and expanded Big-L with a custom garage, thoughtfully oriented to take advantage of sweeping views, abundant natural light, and prevailing breezes.
Estimated Construction Costs : $1M
Liberty, NY
172 Eagles Ridge Way Liberty, NY 12768
Price: $107,500
Acres: 6.7
County: Sullivan
Development Strategy: Second Home / Rental
Inspiration Project: Fisherman’s Retreat
Required Land Improvement Projects: Perc Test, Septic Design, Septic Install, Well Install, Driveway Install, Electrical Run
Project Level: Easy
Why This Place Is Cool: River frontage on the Little Beaverkill and room to catch some nice ridgeline views. It’s a quiet, gated community with lake access and plenty of nature, but still close Livingston Manor, and spots like Bethel Woods.
Location: Liberty is a small town in Sullivan County in the Western Catskills which blends historic charm with modern conveniences. Local shops, restaurants, and nearby state parks provide everyday ease and outdoor adventure, while its location along Route 17 makes it a practical hub that still captures the slower pace of Catskills living.
How HUTS Would Design This Lot: The river frontage on this lot brings to mind our Fisherman’s Retreat project along the Callicoon Creek—a short-term rental designed for fly fishing enthusiasts, located just steps from a renowned trout creek. That project is a modified Medium Bar, with the ability to accommodates up to 12 guests while remaining comfortable for a couple’s stay. On Eagles Ridge, we envision recreating a similarly designed Medium Bar to capture the same balance of function and scale.
Estimated Construction Costs : $650k
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