253 Ralph Engle Rd, Schoharie, NY 12157

We spent two years searching for the perfect property, and when we found 253 Engle Road, it checked every box. Properties offering this combination of acreage, privacy, views, water, fields and mountain terrain are increasingly difficult to find. Located at the dead end of an extremely quiet road, the property encompasses approximately 322 contiguous acres with breathtaking valley views, incredible sunsets and wide-open skies for stargazing. There are no double yellow lines, no utility lines running through the property, and no known deed restrictions. Purchase Options The home is currently under construction as part of an extensive renovation. As-Is Price: $875,000 Purchase the home and approximately 322 acres in their current condition and complete the remaining work yourself. We currently estimate approximately $400,000 of additional construction to complete our planned vision, including a new garage with screened porch above, extensive wraparound deck, exterior siding and roofing, basement completion, remaining finish work and construction contingency. A buyer may also discuss having the remaining construction completed as part of the purchase. Final scope, finishes, specifications and terms would be agreed upon with the buyer. The Land The land is what truly makes this property exceptional. Across approximately 322 acres you’ll find: * Three ponds * Open fields and meadows * Wooded mountain terrain * Extensive trails * Apple trees throughout the property * Dramatic elevation changes * Sweeping valley and mountain views * Exceptional privacy and recreation * A privately owned former seasonal town road winding toward the top of the mountain Different areas of the property feel like completely different places. Walk the fields, ride the trails, explore the woods, climb toward the mountain top, sit beside one of the ponds or simply find a quiet place to enjoy the view. It could become an extraordinary private family retreat, homestead, recreational or hunting property, or multigenerational legacy estate. The Home Originally built in the 1970s, the home was gutted and extensively reconstructed with an emphasis on structural integrity, efficiency, comfort and longevity. The 4-bedroom, 3-bath home with pantry features structural reinforcement, spray-foam insulation, ZIP System sheathing with exterior insulation, new electrical, 400-amp service, new drywall, hardwood flooring upstairs, luxury vinyl tile downstairs and radiant first-floor heating. Mechanical systems include separate high-efficiency Bosch HVAC systems for each floor, UV air purification, an energy-recovery/fresh-air ventilation system, propane fireplace, 1,000-gallon propane tank and standby generator. The home also features brand-new Andersen E-Series windows and doors. A Property That’s Hard to Recreate Wake up surrounded by nature. Walk or ride your own trails. Pick apples from your trees. Follow the old road toward the top of the mountain. Sit beside one of three ponds. Watch the seasons change across hundreds of acres. At night, look up at a sky filled with stars. At sunset, watch the sun disappear across the valley from your kitchen, living room or future wraparound deck. There are beautiful houses, and there are beautiful pieces of land. Finding both together on more than 300 contiguous acres, at the end of a quiet road, with this combination of fields, woods, mountain, water, views and privacy is increasingly rare. We spent two years looking for it. When we found 253 Engle Road, we knew we had found something special.