Single Family
70 Royce Road
Active · Bethel · Sullivan County, NY 12720
- Bedrooms
- 3 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 3 Baths
- Year built
- 1890
- Est. monthly taxes
- $446.56
0 of 48 photos ready
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.
Listing snapshot
- Days on site
- 59 days
- Listed on MLS
- May 8, 2026
- Full baths
- 3
- Half baths
- 0
- Annual property tax (MLS)
- $5,358.7
- Tax year
- 2025
- Area source (MLS)
- Other
- Listing brokerage
- Coldwell Banker Timberland
- MLS ID
- KEY996500
- Last updated
- Sep 18, 2026
General features
- Property type
- Single Family
- Property subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1890
- Garage
- No
- Parking
- Driveway
- Water source
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Interior features
- Basement
- Partial, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- Heating
- Ducts, Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling
- None
- Interior
- Chandelier, Chefs Kitchen, ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Formal Dining, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Open Floorplan, Open Kitchen, Original Details, Primary Bathroom, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk Through Kitchen, Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
Exterior features
- Architectural style
- Farmhouse
- Construction materials
- Blown-In Insulation, Clapboard, Energy Star, Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
- Private pool
- No
Schools (MLS)
- Elementary school
- George L Cooke School
- Elementary school district
- Monticello
- Middle school
- Robert J Kaiser Middle School
- Middle school district
- Monticello
- High school
- Monticello High School
- High school district
- Monticello
School information is provided by the MLS. Confirm attendance eligibility with the school district.
Recent activity
- Listing updated from MLS
- First seen on this site
- MLS status changed
Location
Estimate monthly payment
Estimated monthly principal & interest—
Monthly property taxNot provided
Monthly association / maintenance feesNot provided
Estimated monthly total of entered costs—
Listing data is supplied by the MLS and may change without notice.
