This serene Catskills property is a gateway to hundreds of acres of wild Audubon Sanctuary land, guaranteeing that the surrounding landscape will remain untouched and preserved forever.

Located at 196 Ohland Road in Stanford, the Upstate New York property dates from 1983 and sits on four private acres abutting the vast stretch of protected natural landscape, with no neighbours in sight.

The three-bedroom home has undergone a top-to-toe renovation emphasising natural materials across its soft, minimalist spaces. White oak flooring, off-white walls, and concrete accents feature predominantly within the subtle material palette, which is designed to keep the focus on the striking views enveloping the property, strategically framed by large picture windows.

Its open-plan ground floor is further enhanced by hewn beams and vaulted ceilings, guiding the eye through the length of the home, while the kitchen has been redesigned with white oak cabinetry and bluestone countertops that heighten the organic feel of the space.

Other improvements are less aesthetic: all new mechanical systems have been installed, along with energy-efficient windows and a Tesla solar roof that lowers the house’s running costs and reduces reliance on the grid.

The Dutchess County property is asking $1.1m via Annabel Taylor of Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty and is two hours from New York City and 20 minutes from Metro North, offering a secluded and peaceful setting with easy access to urban amenities.

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