Welcome to Cathedral Rock, a truly unique lakeside retreat steeped in history and set
on 8.2 acres with 330 feet of frontage on Portaferry Lake. Once the site of a Boy Scout camp from 1947 to 2006, this remarkable property blends rich heritage with modern luxury. Its namesake, Cathedral Rock is a towering boulder that rises near the house and is where scouts once gathered for spiritual services and outdoor climbing activities.
The main residence, constructed in 2015, is a custom designed contemporary home
offering a blend of modern amenities and rich architectural character. This thoughtfully
crated two- bedroom, three bath and one-half bath home features granite countertops, a
stainless-steel kitchen sink, two antique stained-glass windows, an antique transom window from Argentina, a vaulted living room ceiling, and a historic fireplace mantel from the Waldorf Astoria.
The spacious primary suite offers an en-suite bath, a cozy sitting area, and large picture
windows with serene views of the lake. Also upstairs, a bridge offers elevated access to
Cathedral Rock.
The fully finished walkout basement features a professionally outfitted home gym, a full bath
complete with a built-in sauna and steam room, a media room and access to an outdoor patio-
perfect for entertaining. An attached garage provides convenient access and completes the main residence.
Alongside the main house, there is a beautifully renovated 697 sq ft guest house that was once a
camp counselor's residence. Thoughtfully updated, it includes its own kitchen, full bath,
comfortable living area, and private bedroom.
Enhancing the property's appeal, perennial flower beds surround the home, while extensive
professional landscaping integrates a nearby stream into the design. The private lakefront with 330 feet of frontage offers an expansive view and includes a permanent dock, sitting platform, a rustic lean-to and a private beach. This home is being sold fully furnished.
For sale
$1,650,000
161 N Portaferry Lake Dr, Harrisville, NY 13648
3beds
3,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
8.2 Acres Lot
$1,498,400 Zestimate®
$516/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private beachHistoric fireplace mantelOutdoor patioFully finished walkout basementPerennial flower bedsSpacious primary suiteStainless-steel kitchen sink
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 28, 2025 at 06:12am
Listing by:
Timm Associates Sothebys International Realty 315-369-3951,
Darci Walldroff Byrne
Source: ACVMLS,MLS#: 204631

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace Insert, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Granite Counters, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet, Sauna, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,200
- Total interior livable area: 3,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,317
- Finished area below ground: 883
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Dock, Fire Pit, Garden, Private Yard, Sauna, Storage
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Forest, Garden, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
- Body of water: Portaferry Lake
- Frontage type: Lakefront
Lot
- Size: 8.2 Acres
- Features: Garden, Landscaped, Many Trees, Native Plants, Rock Outcropping, Views, Waterfront, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Guest House, Outbuilding, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 407200 201.003513.11
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asphalt, Blown-In Insulation, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well Drilled
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Harrisville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $516/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $4,560
- Date on market: 5/28/2025
- Date available: 05/28/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Lease term: None
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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