Five-Figure Friday: A One-Bedroom in Boiceville for $98K
Jane Anderson | December 1, 2023
Let’s face it: Most five-figure homes in the Hudson Valley are either shells, or horror stories in the making. Today, though, Upstater is visiting a home that needs quite a bit of work but isn’t terribly daunting.
It’s a cash-only sale, and there are some structural issues to iron out; but this one-bedroom, one-bath cottage is in a great location (spitting distance from the Ashokan Reservoir) and has state land across the street (quiet neighbors!). The bluestone front porch needs to be re-set, but it has its charms.
The front door opens into the kitchen/living room. It’s in relatively good shape and has a high ceiling.
The cabinets and Formica counters are dated but livable—there’s plenty of room for a nice renovation, too.
The bedroom is small and needs an overhaul, but that window is a great size and fills the room with light.
The bathroom has a skylight and a slim shower stall. Animals appear to have been nesting here, so it’s due for a demo and reno.
The living room has a beat-up wood stove.
In addition to the main-floor bedroom, there’s a loft accessed by a ladder.
It’s big enough for use as a bedroom.
Plus, there’s access to this unfinished attic for more expansion possibilities or storage.
Here’s a look at the loft from below.
This property comes with the caveat “Buyer Beware.” The porch ceiling is crumbling, and this image shows that the porch-floor stones are heaving.
We’re not sure of the viability of the foundation, either.
But if you’re ready to tackle a big job in a little space, this 418-square-foot property on one acre might be just the gem you want. A steak dinner at the Phoenician is 15 minutes from here; Woodstock (and great music at Colony Woodstock) is 20 minutes away. Find out more about 57 Traver Hollow Road, Boiceville, from Leighton G. Ashley with Coldwell Banker Timberland Properties.
