Guardian House is a private mountain retreat set into the wooded hills of Bearsville, designed by renowned Woodstock architect Barry Price and rebuilt in 2011 to live in harmony with its surroundings. Thoughtful, restrained, and deeply connected to the landscape, the home feels both grounded and elevated, a place meant for retreat, reflection, and gathering. Wrapped in forest and framed by long mountain views, the house unfolds across multiple levels, with light pouring in through expansive windows and doors that blur the line between indoors and out. Natural materials anchor the interiors, creating a sense of warmth and calm that feels equally suited to winter weekends by the fire or long summer days flowing onto the decks and screened porch. The main living spaces are open, intuitive, and deeply connected to the landscape, designed for both quiet mornings and effortless entertaining. Step outside and nearly every room opens to nature, with generous outdoor living spaces that invite coffee at sunrise, evening dinners under the trees, and long conversations that stretch late into the night. The grounds feel like a personal sanctuary. A serene pond sits just beyond the home, while the pool and pool house create a true resort-like experience tucked discreetly into the property. Whether hosting friends, spending time with family, or enjoying complete solitude, the setting offers rare privacy and a constant connection to the land. A separate guest house adds flexibility and independence, ideal for extended stays, visiting guests, or a private workspace removed from the main residence. Every element of the property has been considered with intention, balancing design, comfort, and livability without excess. Just minutes from Woodstock yet entirely its own world, Guardian House is a place to slow down, reset, and live fully within the landscape. A rare Catskills offering that prioritizes lifestyle, privacy, and a deep sense of place.
Pending
$2,399,000
40 Mt Guardian Road, Bearsville, NY 12409
4beds
5,342sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2011
3.33 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$449/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 70 days |
- 65 |
- 2 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Serhant LLC 646-480-7665,
Steven Wrobel Jr 845-489-1544,
Jake Garay 914-772-2603,
Serhant LLC
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 000073
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Water Softener Owned, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Marble Counters, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Primary Bathroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Oversized Windows
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,342
- Total interior livable area: 5,342 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Carport, Covered, Detached, Driveway, Garage, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Pool Cover, Vinyl
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 3.33 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Private, Views
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 5800015.0040004029.0000000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Advanced Framing Technique, Frame, HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 2011
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Trash Collection Private, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Video Cameras
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Shady
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $449/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,160,000
- Annual tax amount: $31,184
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 66 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Pending sale | $2,399,000$449/sqft |
Source:  OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #000073 Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,399,000+741.8%$449/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #000073 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/1997 | Sold | $285,000$53/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,160,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $1,160,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $1,160,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $1,160,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $1,160,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $1,160,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $1,160,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $1,160,000 +22.5% |
| 2017 | $20,400 | $947,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $947,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $947,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $947,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $947,000 +80% |
| 2011 | -- | $526,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $526,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $526,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $526,000 -0.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $531,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $531,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $531,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $531,000 +77% |
| 2003 | -- | $300,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $300,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $300,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $300,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12409
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Woodstock Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 3.2 mi
- 9/10Onteora Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.1 mi
- 7/10Onteora High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Woodstock Elementary School
- Middle: Onteora Middle School
- High: Onteora High School
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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