It may be an atypically warm and precipitation-less winter here in Upstate New York, but that hasn’t slowed down the demand for log homes here in Ulster County.

With Belleayre, Windham, Hunter and many more mountains located practically in our backyards, Ulster County residents don’t need to travel far, if at all, to ski, snowshoe or cross-country ski. Even though it is a short, two hour commute from New York City, many mountain lovers cannot get enough and want to enjoy all that Ulster County offers- not just in winter, but year-round, and what better place to enjoy the mountains than in a private, rustic log home!

Take a Tour with Taft Street as we bring you to 11 amazing log homes for sale in Ulster County, NY!

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David Bowie is said to have his ashes scattered at his secret home just outside of Woodstock, where it is reported that he spent most of his final days with his family. The star wanted no funeral or memorial, leaving his most recent album ‘Blackstar’ as his final goodbye to fans, after losing his long battle with cancer on January 10th, 2016.

Friends say that David Bowie was happiest on his woodland compound in the Catskill Mountains. Guitarist Gerry Leonard, who recorded 3 albums with Bowie, said that Woodstock was where Bowie would spend time with his family and “recharge.” It is here that the music icon’s ashes will be spread with only close family in attendance- keeping the location of his Woodstock retreat a secret still, as it always has been.

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4th of July 2015Whether you’ve just bought a house and moved to the Hudson Valley region, or you’re a weekend visitor checking out real estate in Woodstock & surrounding communities as a potential place to put down some roots, attending a July 4th holiday celebration is a grand way to get a feel for the wide scope of your potential new community. On Independence Day Weekend the skies fill with dazzling displays in multiple towns, and there are many vantage points for your eyes.

Depending on your mood, you can view the extravaganza with high energy or a more relaxed fashion. I’ve joined organized family-style picnickers determined to find a primo spot for the fireworks. This means thinking ahead, packing baskets of food and blankets and low folding chairs and arriving…

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Woodstock NYDo you want to search like Realtors do for homes in Woodstock? This legendary Hudson Valley town, known for its artistic streak and natural beauty, Woodstock embodies that perfect blend of culture & nature that make homes for sale in and around Woodstock so attractive to buyers from both NYC and around the world! Woodstock real estate offers a small-town village experience, and/or a more secluded and private lifestyle provided by the surrounding mountains and forests. Home values in Woodstock tend to be in the higher price point range, due in part to its popularity and famous name; and typically Woodstock homes for sale don't last too long on the local real estate market. Amazing and available Woodstock homes are out there; you just need to know where to…

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woman skiingWoodstock, NY acts as a home base for skiing and snowboarding in the Catskills! Three great ski resorts all within an hour's drive of Woodstock make the town a perfect launching pad for winter fun. The nearby slopes are just another reason why real estate in Woodstock, NY is so desirable for New Yorkers seeking a weekend retreat and also year-round residents who love to get outside and be active! So gear up with Taft Street Realty as we take on some radical skiing and snowboarding all within short drive to Woodstock, NY.

Belleayre Mountain - Great Skiing Just Down the Road from Woodstock!

Belleayre Mountain is the closest ski resort and also the easiest to get to from Woodstock, NY. Located just 30 miles or so (from Woodstock) up Route 28, the drive…

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Favata's TRT BicyclesFavata's TRT Bicycles is a local bike shop that has operated out of Rosendale NY and hosted local bike tours & races for years. Just recently, Favata's TRT Bicycles moved into a bigger and better location! Remaining in its hometown of Rosendale NY, Favata's TRT Bicycles now sits prominently on Route 32, across the street from the Rosendale Rec Center and right next to Rosendale's Trailways bus stop (which offers daily service right to NYC). New shop, same great service! Offering new bicycle sales, repairs, and guided tours, Favata's TRT Bicycles also organizes and hosts local bike races like the upcoming Williams Lake Classic in Rosendale on Sunday June 9th. So the next time you're in Rosendale NY, stop in and check out the new shop at Favata's TRT…

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noname1_400_01Clients and customers often ask me how the market is doing. They also tend to ask about where home values are at today. Compared to 5-6 years ago, I’d of course say the market is down quite a bit. The good news however is that things are definitely improving. The Ulster County real estate market, Highland NY in particular, is just one of a handful of local markets to see a surge in buyer activity. In Taft Street realty’s latest market update, we wanted to share two recently sold homes in Ulster County NY to give you a better idea of what’s selling right now and where Highland NY home values are at this spring.

14 Cambridge Court

14 Cambridge Court Highland NY was the quintessential townhome. This 3 BDR, 2.5 BTH, 1,800 square foot home closed on May…

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checkers_400For some people around the Hudson Valley, being crafty is a passion! Revamping old into new, making something from scratch, or collecting the unique works of others; no matter what your passion is, if it has to do with arts & crafts there is no better place to be this Memorial Day Weekend than the Woodstock | New Paltz Arts & Crafts Fair! Taking place at the Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz NY the Woodstock | New Paltz Arts & Crafts Fair will feature over 300 amazingly talented (and local!) artists and crafts people, live entertainment, great food, and much more!  Here is Taft Street Realty's first of many profiles of the 2013 Ulster County NY Summer Festivals!

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Home Sold in New Paltz NY New Paltz NY Home Values - Ulster County SOLD Market Update

Taft Street Realty is happy to announce the latest home to be SOLD to one of our clients, 75 Hummel Road in New Paltz NY 12561. This 2,060 square foot 4 BDR / 2.5 BTH closed on May 1st, 2013 for $315,000.

4 BDR Colonial 1 Mile From New Paltz NY!

This beautiful and spacious 4 BDR colonial sits at the end of a quiet, dead-end street, and is just a mile outside of the Village of New Paltz!  75 Hummel Rd. is a perfect home for entertaining friends & family, with an open kitchen, warm fireplace, and back deck off of the kitchen, ideal for BBQ'ing! Beautiful and mature landscaping graces the 1 acre property, and the full basement has the potential for the ultimate den and/or Man Cave!

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Ulster County NY real estate for sale*Looking for even more fun Ulster County Summer Festivals?*

Check out our new Taft Street Summer Festival and Event Guide- Now Updated for 2016! 

It's that time of year! As we approach the summertime herein Ulster County NY, local festivals and events are popping up throughout the area to welcome in the warm weather. From the well-established, well-known favorites like the Woodstock & New Paltz Arts & Crafts Fair, to the newer events like the Gardiner NY Cupcake Festival the next few months are full of fun times to be had here in the Hudson Valley region! As we have in the past Taft Street Realty will be covering many of these great events, so stay tuned to our blog for upcoming posts! Until then, here is our comprehensive Ulster County NY | 2013…

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