You may visualize farm houses or old stone homes when you think about real estate in Ulster County, NY, and you wouldn't be far off the mark. However among the more traditional mountain retreats for sale, there are also stunning contemporaries, decked out in modern luxury.

Upstate living doesn't necessarily mean roughing it at the farm, as the following homes clearly demonstrate. For those that love modern architecture, we're excited to bring you 9 Super-Modern Homes (and a few bonus homes!) in the Hudson Valley real estate market!

8 Pencil Hill Road

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Location: New Paltz, NY

A listing like this is EXTREMELY RARE. This is an almost new construction in an elevated private village, overlooking seasonal views of the Wallkill River and Shawangunk ridge below. This contemporary village tree house was designed for privacy, comfort, and relaxed easy living. While it's a technical 2 bedroom home, it does have a very large office room with a closet that makes it a fully functioning 3 bedroom, 3 full bath home. It's currently split into two equally impressive, large primary suites each with spacious knockout magazine-worthy ensuite bathrooms, nearly 20' ceilings, and private balconies. We're talking bedrooms with their own living rooms that can function as self contained mini apartments. One of the two suites could easily be carved into two rooms creating a workable 4 bedroom plan if desired. Some of the finer finishes include 3 spa like bathrooms each with German thermocouple rain showers, thermostatic controls, oversized dark metallic tile and floating console sinks. The kitchen comes equipped with modern maple cabinetry, soapstone counters and black stainless appliances. The open concept living/dining area offers a top of the line high efficiency fireplace/wood stove and accordian sliding door wall that opens up to the deck bringing the outside in. Hue outdoor lighting, pet/child safe fencing, and the 8 person hot tub make entertaining easy and fun. 

10 Old Runway Road

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Location: Stone Ridge, NY

This home can immerse you in nature, while also acting as a protective shell you can inhabit, accommodating both spaces of gathering and spaces of privacy. This privately sited Stone Ridge contemporary is built to high standards of construction and energy efficiency. The wood and steel sided and metal roofed home is enveloped by triple glaze Rieder casement windows and French doors in generously proportioned rooms. Upon entering the space, the open plan and framed views create a dialogue with the landscape. The stunning great room with high ceilings provides for an elegant living and dining experience, opening to the pool site - an add on option offered by the builder. There's an open chef’s kitchen featuring an 8 burner Viking propane range, a double oven, a Thermador French door fridge/freezer, a Bosch dishwasher and a wine cooler in an oversized quartz island.

41 Mount Tobias Road

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Location: Mount Tremper, NY

This property is sited to experience maximum privacy and pastoral, peaceful views of the amazing Catskills countryside. This home inspires relaxation, entertainment and wellness. Here you'll enjoy the cozy living room with its fireplace and a floor to second story subtle & chic silvery black painted hearth. Atop the house is an airy from which to view the clouds, mountains, sunrises and sunsets - complete with its own wet bar. Importantly, there are the four glorious bedrooms, three with doors opening out to the deck and ensuite bathrooms. There are in fact two large decks - one in the front and one at the rear of the home, enabling sunshine and outdoor living all day long. Privately located in the extensive lower level of the home is the totally blacked out screening and music room, with extra space for lounging. And here too is a large room housing the sunny home gym and a full bathroom. This is a smart house, complete with alarm, thermostats, motion lights, and garage - all of which are able to be controlled remotely. 

943 Route 299

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Location: Gardner, NY

This new construction will be built under the revered cliffs of the Shawangunk mountains in Gardiner, NY. Adam Kushner’s latest project is to be sculpted through the landscape of ravines and rock formations to capture the incredible vistas of the nearby ridge. This creation is cradled by the forest on one side and spreads its wings toward the pond and climbing walls beyond. This home features 3 floors above grade and a walk out basement, the design offers 4 full bedrooms, including lower guest quarters, 3 baths, powder room and 2 full kitchens. The house will also have two exterior recreational spaces: the roof deck, which will serve as an observatory and the ground floor patio, which will include a 40-foot pool leading to a tucked in jacuzzi located in the garage/lounge area. There will be two balconies: off of the top floor living room space and the Master Bedroom space.

167-1 Springtown Road

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Location: New Paltz, NY

This newly constructed Lindal Cedar home is situated on 18.3 acres with an additional 7.2 acre BOH approved lot. This modern Energy Star home features a Life Breath System and Polished Concrete floors with radiant heat throughout. The kitchen is built for entertaining with a large wrapping island, custom range hood and Monogram LP Range. Your family and guests will enjoy seating around the island while gazing at the fireplace and spectacular seasonal mountaintop views through the Multi-Slide Sliding Glass Door. The home is set up to accommodate a 50KW generator on demand with transfer switch in place. It's a great location, with unmatched proximity to the village of New Paltz, Mohonk Preserve, Minnewaska State Park and numerous restaurants and farm stands.

28 Rte 32A

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Location: Saugerties, NY

Find absolute tranquility at this estate-like retreat nestled at the base of the Catskill Mountains. Set on a rise in the middle of 14.5 acres of native wildflower fields, approach this amazing home on your private quarter mile driveway ending at an elegant entry cul-de-sac framed by exquisite stacked bluestone walls. Every room in this majestic, newly-built three bedroom home commands panoramic views of mountains, sunsets and wildflower meadows. The house radiates comfort & luxury, with amenities including a professional wine cellar; dedicated massage room; radiant floors; spa features; and bedrooms with private balconies & Toto washlet commodes. The primary bedroom features a soaking tub, sauna, gas fireplace and wet bar with fridge. The gourmet kitchen features Italian cabinetry and countertops, an oversized Wolf range, Miele dishwasher and wine cooler. There are two interior fireplaces, a covered dining terrace, and a 600 square foot bluestone terrace with fire pit. You'll stay comfortable all winter with radiant floors powered by a high -efficiency combi-boiler, and cool all summer with the Mitsubishi heat pump systems.

406 Stony Kill Road

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Location: Accord, NY

This new Construction has bright rooms, sleek lines, amazing views and custom finishes! Set on 5 acres, this 3 bed, 2.5 bath contemporary home has an awe inspiring panoramic roof deck and open concept ground floor living space - almost complete and ready for you to move in. Central air cools the home and radiant white oak floors run throughout. The Bosch/Thermador appliances will make this a cook's paradise. Entertain in the dining room or warm up to the 3 sided gas fireplace in the combined living room. With views from every window one will never tire of the ever changing landscape. Ascend the floating white oak stairs to the sleeping level with 2 bright ample sized guest bedrooms which share a gorgeous full bath located in the common area. The generous owner suite with walk-in closet and spa bath featuring a luxury soaking tub with views, glass shower and double vanity. Keep going up to the 3rd level and out onto your own 800 sqf observation deck.

139 Krum Road

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Location: Kerhonkson, NY

This brand new construction is not one you want to miss! Craftsmanship and attention to detail are seen throughout the 2 levels of sleek modern architecture. The warmth of the mahogany underlay adds depth and dimension to the cool black cedar siding and metal roof. 16 foot ceilings with floor to ceiling windows create an abundance of natural light. Curl up next to the contemporary wood-burning stove or walk out the double 8 foot sliders to the expansive 40 foot deck. Wide-plank oak floors grace the open concept living/dining area. A large island kitchen makes entertaining easy with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, built in wine fridge and walk in pantry. The massive master bedroom has its own double 8 foot doors leading to the deck along with a beautiful live-edge barn door that takes you to the spacious built-in closet. From here you can access the master bathroom with shower, soaking tub and smart toilet/bidet (toilet seat warmer, motion activated & self-cleaning). Downstairs boasts polished concrete floors (all radiant heat), family room, full bathroom, 3rd bedroom and washer/dryer utility room. A substantial back deck opens to a welcoming fire-pit that you can enjoy through out the seasons & the cleared back yard offers plenty of room for a pool.

40 Gaby Road

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Location: Hunter, NY

Modern. Mountain. Luxury. Three floors of sleek, modern comfort with incredible views of Hunter Mountain. Here’s your once-in-a-lifetime chance to enjoy a unique, artistic, newly constructed, owner-designed home AND the mountain lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. No “builder-special”, every element of this escape was carefully chosen by the owner to contribute to its style and livability – the results are stunning; industrial accents meld seamlessly with artistic touches that complement the awesome Catskill Mountain scenery at the windows, creating a warm and energizing environment. The breezy layout, with its 14 ft ceilings, offers 3,072 sqft of living space. Enter on the mid-level and drop your things on the lovely live-edge bench in the foyer or in one of the 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 of which have balconies where you can look out for friends on Hunter Mountain’s slopes. Upstairs, you’ll find the main living area with a sleek open kitchen featuring wi-fi enabled appliances, a half bath, a living room with a beautiful gas fireplace, doors out onto the full-length deck, a dining area, and a private master suite that’s all about luxury. Downstairs, you’ll find the perfect space for entertaining guests. There’s a billiard room, media area, an inviting guest bath with a sauna, and the storage space you need for the toys that come with a mountain lifestyle. A stone walkout leads to the huge, flat backyard where you can soak up the sunshine as you take in views of the ski slopes.

TBD3 Huckleberry Terrace

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Location: Saugerties, NY

Designed around a series of courtyards, Pinwheel House is all about the modulation of indoor and outdoor spaces. A series of partitions adjacent to the house – akin to the arms of a pinwheel – create pockets of space designed for different outdoor moments. Spaces for outdoor dining, private patios from each bedroom, and a large rear deck are all critical to the design of the home. Careful arrangement of the exterior planes will also curate views of the surrounding landscape and provide a sense of privacy. Ultimately intended as a relaxing retreat, Pinwheel House will feature two generous bedroom suites with luxurious bathrooms and floor-to-ceiling windows. Resting on a densely wooded lot, Pinwheel House is a single story, two-bed, two- bath home. A generous overhang wraps around much of the home, serving as a shield from the occasional rainstorm. Pinwheel House has been designed to easily accommodate empty-nesters, a small family, or even two vacationing couples who are seeking to immerse themselves in nature and recharge from the chaos that is everyday life. A generous open plan kitchen, living, and dining area with suites on either end enables get-togethers without sacrificing privacy. On either side of the central volume is a bedroom suite complete with access to a private patio, expansive closet spaces, and refined bathrooms designed for complete relaxation. A flat roof, modern fixtures, and polished concrete floors with radiant heating only add to the appeal of the design. The optional additions of an in-ground pool and lower pool deck would only bolster the feeling that this is a tranquil oasis. Other available additions include a one-bed, one-bath guest house and a carport.

260 Cherry Hill Road

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Location: Accord, NY

This is upstate living at it's best with gorgeous perennial plantings and an inground heated pool. There is a beautiful mix of country and contemporary as you walk through the barn-style front doors into the main, open living area. Notice the wide, wood floors (with radiant heat), big bright windows, warm recessed lighting and wood stove. The light, fresh kitchen pairs Viking appliances with a beautiful farm sink and the large island features a beverage cooler. Open the French doors wide to the large screened-in porch for added dining and living space with outdoor access to the bluestone patio and firepit. Perfect for entertaining guests! The first floor also features a full bath and bedroom (currently being used as a den) with another set of French doors leading to the patio. Up the stairs find bedrooms on either end of the hallway, a lovely office (which could easily serve as 4th bedroom) and two full baths. The primary bedroom is way more than that, it is a true magical suite. Imagine waking up and stretching your arms out on the 12x12 balcony with nothing between you and mother nature. Also included are two walk-in closets and a spacious bathroom featuring ceramic floor tile, double sinks, shower and soaking tub. Both the bedroom balcony and screened-in porch overlook the fenced-in backyard with granite steps leading down to the pristine inground pool flanked by a row of hydrangeas. The two car garage and clean finished basement, both with interior access, offer plenty of storage for bikes, skis, work out room, etc.

60 Ridgewood Road

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Location: Kerhonkson, NY

Enjoy smart living in this handcrafted architect-designed modern cabin in sold-out Hudson Woods. Sited on 3.3 landscaped acres with mountaintop views, garage and carport, every need and want have been anticipated with significant upgrades and technological conveniences. Walls of glass face the view and bring the outside in, visually expanding the comfortable and spacious interior. Extensive use of white oak on floors, walls, ceilings and cabinetry offers a rustic counterpoint to the modern aesthetic, and is especially evident in the dramatic entry hall with its artfully designed storage wall. The open kitchen, with a dazzling blue tiled backsplash, is outfitted with Miele, Sub-Zero and Smeg appliances, concrete countertops and custom Bulthaup island and pantry. A Wittus wood stove in the great room augments the radiant floor heating, and central air throughout keeps things cool in warmer months. Bedrooms are spacious and include intelligently fitted closets, and bathrooms are spa-chic, with a deep soaking tub in the primary suite. There are handcrafted finishes throughout, including custom door and window hardware, luxe lighting fixtures and thoughtfully designed window treatments. Wide cedar decking wraps around two sides of the home and is accessed by tall sliders from the living/dining area, allowing for delightful warm-weather entertaining, while the lower-level great room and bedrooms open to another deck that runs the length of the house. Nearby points of interest include Mohonk Preserve, Minnewaska State Park, Westwind Orchard and the Kingston Arts District.

173 Springtown Road

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Location: New Paltz, NY

New Construction! This secluded 3 bedroom 2 bath Energy Star™ Lindal Cedar Home™ features a Life Breath System and Polished Concrete floors with radiant heat throughout. The kitchen is built for entertaining with a large wrapping island, custom range hood and Monogram LP Range. Your family and guests will enjoy sitting around the island while gazing at the fireplace (Valor 1700K 50" with Murano Decorative Glass) and spectacular seasonal mountaintop views through the Multi-Slide Sliding Glass Door. The home is situated on 18.3 park-like acres and set up to accommodate a 50KW generator on demand with a transfer switch in place. Proximity to the village of New Paltz (5 minute bike ride), Wallkill Rail Trail, River to Ridge trail, Mohonk Preserve, Mohonk Mountain House, Minnewaska State Park and numerous restaurants, farm stands, wineries and hard cider venues.

TBD4 Huckleberry Terrace

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Location: Saugerties, NY

Ridge Rise is a two story house that features a glass walled dining space and lots of wall space for meaningful artwork. Featuring a generous pantry and kitchen island space, this home is perfect for those that love entertaining, family cooking, or experimenting with fresh and local ingredients from local Hudson Valley farms. Echoing the dining room below, the main bedroom overlooks the ridge and is the perfect space for the early bird who doesn’t want to miss the sunrise. Ridge Rise is a two-bed, two-and-a-half bath home that also features a flex space, which can easily become a home office, guest bedroom, playroom or workout space. Balanced at the edge of a steep cliff drop, the home showcases views of both the Hudson Valley and its forest surroundings. The home’s twin two story volumes are separated by a double height entryway that is framed by floor-to-ceiling windows. To the right of the entryway is a cozy living room, featuring a wood-burning stove and sliding glass doors. To the left, the kitchen and dining areas feature a large island with room for bar-style seating. A dedicated pantry makes this kitchen ideal for a home chef, but it could also easily function as additional storage space. The dining area features three walls of windows, flooding the area with natural light. Nestled between the dining and living spaces is the rear deck, with ample space for outdoor entertaining. Rounding out the first floor are a conveniently located mud room, laundry room, and powder room. An open-riser stair in the living area wraps around the wood stove and creates a cozy reading nook. The home is designed to be efficient and elegant, and is thoughtfully programmed to account for a modern life in the Hudson Valley.

TBD1 Mossy Trail Terrace

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Location: Saugerties, NY

Plan Séquence is a single story home that focuses key frame views within a shifted floor plan. Designed as a contrast to the verticality of the surrounding forest, this extended horizontal design sits perpendicular to the ridge line and features an abundance of outdoor spaces and living areas. Plan Séquence is a luxurious single story, two-bed, two-bath home. Encompassing 2271 square feet, the house also incorporates a dedicated home office and a multifunctional space. As you approach the entry, the house evokes a sense of serenity. Its clean lines, abundance of windows, and oversized concrete steps draw you to the entrance. The entry foyer divides the open plan living space from the primary suite and secondary bedroom. The living space is anchored by a sleek and modern kitchen that offers ample room for storage among its many cabinets and exposed wooden shelves. A generous kitchen island provides plenty of space to both craft your favorite recipe and open a bottle of wine with friends. An elegant wood burning fireplace with exposed wood storage helps to differentiate the living room from the dining area and kitchen. In the more private bar of the home, the main suite features a walk-in closet, wet room shower and tub area, and ample space for your favorite piece of furniture. A multi-functional space that could be outfitted as a lounge, work space, gym or playroom separates the main suite from the guest bedroom and bath. As illustrated by the entryway approach, the muted tones and refined materials utilized throughout the project invoke a calming atmosphere.

TBD2 Mossy Trail Terrace

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Location: Saugerties, NY

Resting at the top of a wooded knoll, Skylark is designed as an expression of the joy and exuberance of life. Originally inspired by the energy of a bird, this is a home that balances passions with practicality. The two story volume features two bedroom suites on the lower level and a main bedroom suite on the second. Designed as a nesting perch, the upper floor features views to both east and west, an expansive main bath and an open nook, ideal for a reading area or work space. Featuring a number of work-from-home spaces, generously-sized bedrooms, and lots of outdoor entertaining space, Skylark is the ideal full-time family residence or weekend getaway for friends. Occupying 2383 square feet, Skylark is a two story three-bed, three-bath home featuring a flexible office space. The home features an open floor plan with a sizable chef’s kitchen, dining area, and living space with a wood-burning stove. Floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors, and clerestory windows line the eastern facade, allowing daylight to flood the room. The covered back deck takes advantage of the long evening light from the west, while the front deck is perfect for morning coffee and afternoon hangouts. The three bedrooms are located in the northernmost volume of the house. At the end of the first floor hall you will find two guest bedrooms, both complete with ensuite bathrooms. Ample windows frame views from each bedroom to the west, while modest closets provide enough space for guests or children’s toys. On the second floor, the primary bedroom takes advantage of both eastern and western exposure, with windows on three sides of the room. An open lofted area overlooks the stair, with a simple built-in workspace or possibilities for a reading nook.

TBD5B Huckleberry Terrace

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Location: Saugerties, NY

Canopy offers unparalleled views of the natural landscape and, embracing its namesake, this treehouse style home elevates the primary living space to the second floor. Floor-to-ceiling windows on either side of the elongated volume will give the effect of being in and amongst the trees, while the extra height on the home guarantees views to both east and west. A grand double-height entryway draws visitors upstairs, while both ground level and second floor decks connect indoor and outdoor spaces. Canopy is a two story, three-bed, three-bath home that hugs a steep ridge line overlooking the Hudson Valley. This unique house is a reversed two story plan - stilts elevate the main living space to the second floor of the home, accentuating sweeping views of the eastern valley and of Kaaterskill Wild Forest to the west. A two story atrium space at the first floor entryway evokes a sense of grandeur as you ascend to the floating second story. The kitchen, dining area, and living space form a long, linear bar and are lined by floor-to-ceiling windows on two sides. The kitchen features a large island with ample space to cook and entertain guests, with space for bar-style seating. The living room is anchored by a fireplace wall which continues from the lower floor atrium space. At the northern end of the second floor is the main suite, featuring a separate toilet room, double sink, and a wet room area with a shower and freestanding tub. The southern end of the home, connected via a walkway across the atrium space, contains two additional bedrooms, with a shared bathroom between them. On the first floor, a laundry room, additional bathroom and flex space round out the floor plan. The floating second floor creates two lower exterior spaces - a covered carport area and a lower deck ideal for entertaining in all weather conditions.

TBD5 Huckleberry Terrace

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Location: Saugerties, NY

Legato is a home that embraces open, flowing spaces that connect different parts of the home. A grand two story entry and stair links public and private spaces, while an open plan first floor features floor-to-ceiling windows that blur the line between interior and exterior. Designed with a family in mind, Legato provides generous, flowing spaces intended for time spent together, but that also accommodate the need for quiet work and reflection, with multiple office spaces and cozy nooks in both levels of the home. Legato is a two-story, three-bed, three-bath home. The home is clad using stucco and cedar, achieving visual distinction between the two volumes. Upon entering the home, one finds a bright and airy foyer with floor-to-ceiling windows on either side. A central walkway crosses the space, but both sides of the foyer are left open to the upstairs, creating a double height space. To the left of the entrance is an open plan kitchen, dining, and living room. The kitchen boasts a large island and plenty of built-in storage that blends seamlessly with the fireplace hearth. The first floor of the home is designed to maximize windows, allowing space to flow seamlessly from interior to exterior. A covered patio is the perfect place to watch a thunderstorm, while a second open patio is ideal for a summer barbecue. On the opposite side of the foyer you will find a flex space - with a built-in desk along one wall, the space is a great home office - but is also big enough to accommodate an extra guest, workout equipment or a kids’ playroom. An open staircase in the foyer leads to the second floor. Upstairs, the main suite occupies the southern volume of the house and features a spacious shower and separate freestanding tub as well as its own balcony, perfect for that quiet morning coffee. The additional two bedrooms share a bathroom, complete with a set of double sinks and a private toilet room. Rounding out the second floor is a cozy office space and a separate laundry room, as well as an expansive hallway lounge that is ideal for a kids’ hangout space, library or work space.
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