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MLS ID KEY996500Last updated Sep 18, 2026

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
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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

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Location

Bethel · Sullivan County, NY 12720Show interactive map
70 Royce Road

Bethel · Sullivan County, NY 12720

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