Blinkbonnie, Gaelic for ''A glimpse of beauty'', is a historically significant Hudson Valley property that sits on almost 5 acres with a beautiful view of the Catskill mountains...with sunsets! The home features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. A large mid-19th c. barn with peg construction completes the picture. Originally part of the Van Rensselaer patroonship from the 17th c to the mid 19th c., the house was built Circa 1850 in the Greek Revival style. The property was aggrandized in 1915 by important Albany architect, Albert W. Fuller. (The original blueprints on linen still exist!). A flexible layout with the back wing with separate entrance. Entrancing gardens and an extra building lot. Blinkbonnie, Gaelic for "A glimpse of beauty", is a historically
significant Hudson Valley property that sits on almost 5 acres with a beautiful view of the Catskill mountains...with sunsets! The home features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms.
A large mid-19th c. barn with peg construction completes the picture. Originally part of the Van Rensselaer patroonship from the 17th c to the mid 19th c., the house was built Circa 1850 in the Greek Revival style. The property was aggrandized in 1915 by important Albany architect, Albert W. Fuller. (The original blueprints on linen still exist!). The owner at that time was a prominent Albany attorney, Frank Bixby Gilbert, who authored several books on New York State law (still in use today!) At that time, quarter sawn oak floors were added to the public rooms to reflect the prominence of the owner. A large dining room (with a butler floor call button that still exists!) was created to welcome fellow dignitaries.
The New York State Historian, Dr. Albert D. Corey owned Blinkbonnie from 1944 to 1963. He played a significant role in preserving and advancing the historical legacy of the Empire State.
Since 1972, the current owner has updated Blinkbonnie, keeping the historic charm intact, mindful of the original character.
This historically significant property was listed on The National
Register of Historic Places in 2000! (potential tax credits).
Blinkbonnie ( Gaelic for "good to the eyes or good view") awaits her next steward.
The layout is highly adaptable, with the rear wing offering a separate entrance.
Two sets of French doors lead to a magical 3 season porch with
limestone floors and amazing glass panels cut with a copper wheel. While a charming back porch calls you to read or nap.
The sunny, south facing kitchen sports a copper sink with granite and soapstone countertops.
The original wavy glass windows create a beautiful,subtle dance of
fractured reflections as light passes through delicately bubbled and
wrinkled glass. 2 original clawfoot tubs are perfect for a long soak.
A large 19th c. barn with wood peg construction towards the back of the property awaits its next function....currently an antiques shop, it could be used for another business, display of an antique car collection, dance parties, etc
Blinkbonnie has a private setting with mature flowering trees and
perennials ...daffodils, lilacs, dogwood, ornamental cherry, peonies, iris, allium, rhododendrons, flocks, lilies, hosta, rose of sharon and hydrangeas.
A morning walk on the property could reveal a view of the mist rising off the Hudson River with the Catskill mountains as a backdrop.
A "sweet spot" location. 7 miles to Amtrak, 8 miles to Albany, 20
miles to the Albany International airport. Saratoga, Hudson and
Tanglewood are all less than 30 minutes away. 2 1/2 hours to Boston or New York City. 3 hrs to Montreal. East Greenbush Schools.
For sale
$1,089,000
1368 Sunset Rd, Castleton, NY 12033
5beds
3,556sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1850
5 Acres Lot
$1,016,900 Zestimate®
$306/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Greek revival stylePrivate settingClawfoot tubsMature flowering treesLimestone floorsOriginal wavy glass windowsLarge dining room
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Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: June 23, 2025 at 08:32am
Listing by:
WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON 413-528-4192,
Jessie Bennett 954-805-6480,
Karen Climo 413-429-6732,
WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S - GT BARRINGTON
Source: BCMLS,MLS#: 246176

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Oil, Hot Water, Fireplace(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Inlaw/Guest Qtrs, Soapstone Counter, Stone Countertop, Sun Room
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Interior Entry,Concrete,Bulk head
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,556
- Total interior livable area: 3,556 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garaged & Off-Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Garaged & Off-Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Bedroom, 1st Flr Bdrm w/Bath, 1st Flr Half Bath
Features
- Exterior features: Lighting, Privacy, Deciduous Shade Trees, Mature Landscaping, Landscaped
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic, Hill/Mountain, Distant
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn/Stable, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 384489177925
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Greek Revival,Historic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles,Membrane,Metal
Condition
- Certified Historic
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200 Amp
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic Availabl, DSL Available, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Castleton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $306/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $463,077
- Annual tax amount: $11,450
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
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