Stone River Lodge presents a rare chance to own a spectacular and very private estate on the Hudson River. Astounding views across the water at its widest point, to Olana on the opposite bank. Meander down a mile-long drive over a covered bridge through woods and creek, to arrive at the simple yet masterful 1930’s stone and clapboard home. Designed for quiet relaxation, the main house boasts large inviting spaces where groups can gather comfortably, or one can find a nook for quiet personal time. With 11 bedrooms and 6 full baths, imagine the summer parties and family celebrations. The in-ground pool overlooks the river, with wild native plantings and rock outcroppings. Take a stroll from the pool down the manicured lawns through fields of wild blackberries to arrive at the breathtaking riverfront. Minutes from the Rip Van Winkle Bridge and all Hudson has to offer. Potential commercial use, currently run as a luxury rental.
What’s the most compelling thing about this property?
It would be difficult to find a more spectacular location on the Hudson River, coupled with the fact that it is 5 minutes from Hudson, just across Rip Van Winkle Bridge. Plus, it offers complete privacy: to get to the house one drives for a mile through woods and over a creek to reach the house.
For whom is this house perfect?
This property could be perfect for a variety of buyers. It would make a wonderful family retreat, with 11 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms! Or it could become a hospitality destination for weddings and events. So, either residence or investment property.
What’s the most fun thing to do within five miles of this house?
This property is truly in the center of the Hudson Valley universe. Five minutes to Warren Street in Hudson for shopping, dining music, movies, and people-watching. It is also five minutes from either of the two historic artists’ homes that face each other across the Hudson—Frederick Church’s Olana and the Thomas Cole house.
If this house could talk, what secret would it tell about its history?
Built in 1930 as a summer cottage, it surely has secrets to tell about the many folks who visited. Not long ago it was a theater venue called Shakespeare on the Hudson. One could sit outside on the banks of the Hudson and watch the performance of a Shakespeare play.
