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New in EB Real Estate: A Circa-1769 Home in Pound Ridge, NY ✨4 BR / 3.5 BA restored historic home dating to c. 1769 | Ap...
08/31/2026

New in EB Real Estate: A Circa-1769 Home in Pound Ridge, NY ✨

4 BR / 3.5 BA restored historic home dating to c. 1769 | Approx. 4,000 sq ft | Nearly four private acres | Restored pond, gardens & cedar-shake barn | Just over an hour from NYC



Set on nearly four acres in Pound Ridge, 156 Old Stone Hill Road pairs more than 250 years of history with an extensive, design-forward restoration that preserved the character of the original home while bringing it comfortably into the present.

Original hand-hewn beams, wood walls, doors and hearths remain throughout, alongside Venetian plaster, Marmorino, Tadelakt and limewash finishes, vintage European lighting, and custom millwork. At the center of the home, a Cristallo marble kitchen features an AGA range, Sub-Zero appliances and Waterworks fixtures.

Outside, the same thoughtful approach was applied to the landscape: a long-hidden pond was reclaimed, historic stone walls repaired, woodland opened up, and mature rhododendrons carefully preserved. A restored cedar-shake barn/carriage house completes the nearly four-acre property.

Located just over an hour from NYC, the home is surrounded by the winding country roads and wooded landscapes of Pound Ridge, with Bedford, Katonah and the 4,300-acre Ward Pound Ridge Reservation nearby.

🏡 Asking $3.2m. Full listing + local guide at the link in bio. 🔗



Listed by Brian Milton of Compass.

For showings and inquiries:
📬 [email protected]
☎️ (914) 469-9889

Photos: Jared

Fall at Forever Hemlock 🍂 Set on six private acres of hemlock forest in Swan Lake, NY, this design-forward cabin by Home...
08/28/2026

Fall at Forever Hemlock 🍂 Set on six private acres of hemlock forest in Swan Lake, NY, this design-forward cabin by Homestedt | Catskills sleeps six — with three bedrooms, a projector room, vinyl player, fireplace, and plenty of space to settle in with friends.

Just three minutes from Bethel Woods and 20 minutes from Livingston Manor. Scroll through for the full tour 👉🏻

🔐✨ Escape Club members get a 3rd night free when booking a 2+ night stay. Comment “HEMLOCK” for more info + the link to save.

Photos: Forever Hemlock

Introducing Kingston Carriage House ⏳🏨🛎️ 100 miles from NYC, this intimate design hotel sits in Kingston’s historic Rond...
08/26/2026

Introducing Kingston Carriage House ⏳🏨🛎️ 100 miles from NYC, this intimate design hotel sits in Kingston’s historic Rondout district, steps from the waterfront and a walkable stretch of restaurants, shops and galleries.

Scroll through for a peek inside, plus some of our favorite things to do, eat + drink nearby 👉🏻

💬 Comment KINGSTON for more info, plus the link to join Escape Club and save 25% on stays through May 2027.



Photos: Julian Bracero & kate anderson 🏳️‍🌈

Introducing River Run (River Run - Farmhouse & Tennis Retreats), a Berkshires tennis retreat set along the Westfield Riv...
08/13/2026

Introducing River Run (River Run - Farmhouse & Tennis Retreats), a Berkshires tennis retreat set along the Westfield River — hosting dedicated tennis weekends this fall + available for full-property rentals. 🎾🌿

Tucked into a quiet stretch of the Berkshire Hills, the setting here is really the star: woods, river, and a private Har-Tru clay court just steps from the house. The restored 1815 farmhouse also has a cedar hot tub, woodland fire pit, hammocks, and room for up to 12 guests.

This fall, River Run is hosting tennis weekends for groups of 4–8 players, with group lessons, food, drinks and shared accommodations included.

Or, rent the property for yourself and your guests — with five bedrooms spread across two wings, there’s plenty of room to spread out and plan a tennis getaway of your own.

✨ Special offer: Escape Brooklyn readers receive 20% off full-property stays of 3+ nights through September 8. Mention Escape Brooklyn when booking via the Airbnb link in our bio.

🔐 Escape Club Members: Receive 10% off Fall 2026 Tennis Retreats. Look for details in tomorrow’s Escape Club newsletter.

🎾 Interested in Fall Tennis Retreats? Comment “tennis” for more info, or email [email protected].



Photos/video: Escape Brooklyn + River Run - Farmhouse & Tennis Retreats

Late summer, Prospect Berkshires 🌞 130 miles from NYC, the 30-acre lakeside resort features 49 minimalist nature cabins,...
08/05/2026

Late summer, Prospect Berkshires 🌞 130 miles from NYC, the 30-acre lakeside resort features 49 minimalist nature cabins, a seasonal saltwater pool, tennis courts, and lakeside saunas.

Sharing some snaps from EB’s recent visit 👉🏻 Scroll through with the sound on 🔊 and book via our Escape Club to save 25% on weeknight stays.

💬 Comment PROSPECT for more info, plus the link to save via Escape Club.

🎥 Photos + video by Escape Brooklyn

Onsite Cliff House restaurant, serving breakfast and dinner 7 days a week, bunch on weekends 🍴

Breakfast here ☕️ Lakeside dining at Cliff House

Heated saltwater pool 🏊🏼‍♀️ open seasonally

Prospect’s pool house, adjacent to the tennis courts and pool — outdoor showers + saunas included 🚿🔥

Fellow PB guests 🪿

Lakeside saunas 🔥

How your email finds me — views from the lakeside saunas 🌊

49 modern cabins range from compact and minimal to lakeside kings ⛺️👑

Stay a while 🎣

08/01/2026

August is for squeezing evvvvery last bit out of summer. 🌿☀️

This month’s Escape Club lineup includes boutique hotels, lakeside cabins, geodesic domes, design-forward stays, and spacious homes made for gathering — with exclusive members-only discounts that carry many of these escapes well into autumn.

Swipe through 👉 to find your next getaway, then check today’s newsletter for booking links, discount codes, and all the details. List goes out at noon 🕛

Not an Escape Club member yet? 🔗 Join via the link in bio, or comment ESCAPE to get the newsletter straight to your DMs. 💬

Prospect Berkshires

25% off Sunday–Thursday stays through the end of 2026.

🌊 Heated saltwater pool, private lake, four Finnish saunas + guided wellness experiences.

New Paltz Way Hotel

25% off 2-night stays in August & September.

🧖 Self-guided spa, Wallkill River views + direct access to the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail.

Hutton Brickyards Riverfront Hotel + Venue

Receive a $100 River Pavilion dining credit on 2-night stays booked in August.

🌅 Hudson River cabins, spa treatments, barrel sauna + the new Lake Sophia swimming area.

The Moon Cabin

Stay 3 weekday nights for the price of 2.

🌕 Private pond, wraparound porch + direct access to protected hiking trails.

North Star Farm

10% off stays through November 15.

⛺ Geodesic domes, private wood-fired hot tubs, barrel sauna + a 75-acre working farm.

Seminary Hill Catskills

25% off 2-night stays through September 6.

🍎 Michelin Key-awarded stay, certified organic cidery + orchard views.

Forever Hemlock

Book 2 nights, get the 3rd free through the end of August.

🌲 Scandi-inspired cabin, movie loft + six private acres of evergreens.

The Wildling Retreat

Save $150–500 on September & October stays.

🏞️ Private lake, waterfall, canoe, paddleboards + two homes for groups.

Glasco

Book a 2-night weekend stay and receive a complimentary Thursday night.

🔥 Sleeps 16 on 16 private acres with two ponds, hot tub + optional private chef experiences.

New in EB Real Estate: An Award-Winning Modern Retreat in Barryville 🌲2 BR / 2 BA DWELL House of the Year finalist | 202...
07/31/2026

New in EB Real Estate: An Award-Winning Modern Retreat in Barryville 🌲

2 BR / 2 BA DWELL House of the Year finalist | 2026 Smart home with all new infrastructure | 2,600 sq ft | 6 private acres | Walls of glass, radiant-heated concrete floors, sauna, hot tub + outdoor fireplace



Set on six private acres in the Upper Delaware River Valley, this architecturally significant modern home was a finalist for DWELL House of the Year shortly after its completion in 2008. Designed around passive solar principles with a restrained palette of concrete, glass, and wood, the home seamlessly blends minimalist architecture with its wooded surroundings.

Expansive walls of glass flood the interiors with natural light, while radiant-heated concrete floors and a modern fireplace create warm, inviting gathering spaces.

A recently renovated chef’s kitchen features Dekton countertops, Thermador appliances, while the flexible walk-out lower level offers additional space for guests, creative work, or a home office.

Outside, a cedar deck, sauna, outdoor shower, premium spa tub, and striking glass fireplace create a private retreat immersed in nature.

Spend the day kayaking on the Delaware River, hiking nearby trails, or exploring the shops and restaurants of Barryville and Narrowsburg before returning home to six acres of complete privacy.

🏡 Asking $1.195M. Full listing + local guide at the link in bio. 🔗



📍 194 Mapes Road, Barryville, NY 12719

Listed by Barry Becker Barry Becker of KW Hudson Valley United.

For inquiries or to schedule a showing:
☎️ (917) 892-0749
✉️ [email protected]

Tucked into 2.5 wooded acres just outside Callicoon, Hemlock House is a spacious Western Catskills retreat designed for ...
07/30/2026

Tucked into 2.5 wooded acres just outside Callicoon, Hemlock House is a spacious Western Catskills retreat designed for gathering.

Sleeping up to 14 guests, the home pairs generous indoor living spaces with a private creek, wood-fired barrel sauna, nine-person hot tub, game room, and easy access to some of the Delaware River Valley’s best hiking, river adventures, dining, and shopping.

👉🏻 Swipe through for a tour of the house, plus a few of our favorite things to do nearby—from tubing on the Delaware River to exploring Callicoon’s shops, restaurants, and Sunday farmers market.

🔗 Visit the link in our bio to learn more or book your stay. Plenty of availability remains for late summer and autumn. 📆



🏡 Hemlock House by Rowan Retreats Vacation Rentals

Photos/video: Escape Brooklyn, Clay Banks, Catskill Image

A Scandinavian-inspired retreat just outside Livingston Manor, Koto House sits on two private acres overlooking open fie...
07/17/2026

A Scandinavian-inspired retreat just outside Livingston Manor, Koto House sits on two private acres overlooking open fields and distant mountain ridgelines. With a hot tub, cold plunge, dedicated gym, home office, and easy access to town, it’s equally suited for weekend escapes and longer stays.

👉🏻 Swipe through for a look inside, plus a few favorite nearby spots—including a little-known summer pool option just a short walk away. 🏖️

Visit the link in our bio to learn more or book your stay.
🏡 Koto House by .vacationrentals



Photos/video: 1, 2, 3a, 4, 6, 8 by . 3b, 5, 7, 9-12 by .banks.

07/15/2026

Peak summer at 🫐🧺 where U-pick blueberry season is officially underway.

Stop by for the afternoon to pick organically grown blueberries and seasonal flowers, or stay the weekend in one of the most unique accommodations in the Catskills.



🫐🧺 U-Pick Farm

Set across 15 rolling acres, North Star Farm’s no-spray blueberry fields are now open daily from 10 AM until sunset (weather permitting).

Bring a picnic blanket, wander the fields, fill a bucket with berries, and say hello to the farm’s Babydoll sheep along the way.



⛺✨ Glamping Domes

Four geodesic domes sit on a 75-acre working farm, where days are spent soaking in private wood-fired hot tubs, wandering forest trails, picking blueberries in season. End the night under some of the darkest skies in the Catskills.

🔐 Escape Club Members save 10% on stays now through November! Comment “BLUEBERRIES” and we’ll send you all the details, or head to the link in bio to see the full Escape Club feature.



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