Pending
$259,000
3 beds1,922 sq ft5.01 acres
3.3 mi straight lineto Belleayre Mountain
172 Tarigo High RoadFleischmanns, NY 12430
House · MLS 12014062
Listing courtesy of BELLEAYRE REALTY · MyStateMLS
For saleReduced $24,000 from $340,000Virtual tour
$316,000
1 beds768 sq ft15 acres
70 Birch LaneMedusa, NY 12120
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 11950014 · Listed 56 days ago (Sep 4, 2026)
12 mi straight line to Windham Mountain Club (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this property
Located approximately half a mile down a private country road in the Albany County hill towns, this 15.3± acre property delivers the kind of setting that is difficult to capture in photographs alone. At the end of Birch Lane, the woods give way to a beautifully maintained lawn, a private pond, a log cabin, and expansive mountain views stretching across the Catskills, Berkshires, Taconic Ridge and Helderbergs. Located at 70 Birch Lane in Medusa, the property centers around a 768± square-foot, one-bedroom, one-bath log cabin. The cabin offers a comfortable base for weekends in the country, hunting trips, outdoor recreation, or simply escaping to a quiet setting. Electric, private well and septic are already in place, while an owned propane tank supplies fuel for the heat and cooking. The landscape surrounding the cabin is one of the property's defining features. Approximately one acre of manicured lawn extends from the front of the cabin, while roughly 2.25± additional acres of maintained lawn stretch toward the rear. The land slopes gently toward the distant mountains, helping open the property to dramatic long-range views. It's the kind of setting made for an early cup of coffee outside, an evening by the pond, or simply watching the light change across the mountains. A roughly quarter-acre pond adds another focal point to the property and is reported to contain bass and pickerel. Beyond the manicured portions, the acreage transitions into young forest that appears to have succeeded from former pasture. A mixture of hardwoods and softwoods, pockets of thicker cover, young regeneration and scattered red oaks create habitat diversity across the property. Whitetail deer, black bear and wild turkey have been observed or documented on the property, and deer have previously been harvested here. Existing trails provide access through portions of the woods, while thicker young growth offers bedding cover and browse. Scattered red oaks provide a hard-mast component. For someone interested in wildlife management, selective timber stand improvement could potentially increase sunlight and understory growth, while portions of the expansive lawn could accommodate wildlife plantings without sacrificing the property's recreational character. Stone walls line portions of the approach, reinforcing the property's former agricultural character. One existing tree stand is also present. The property is accessed from Birch Lane, a private road extending approximately half a mile from the surrounding road network. Being the final property on the road gives the cabin a secluded destination feel while remaining convenient to NY-145 and communities including Greenville, Middleburgh and Cobleskill. Outdoor recreation is abundant throughout this part of Albany County. Nearby Rensselaerville State Forest encompasses 2,572 acres with more than eight miles of trails and opportunities for hiking, hunting and other outdoor recreation. Scott Patent State Forest adds another 1,220 acres, while the nearby Partridge Run complex includes a roughly 4,500-acre Wildlife Management Area and 935-acre State Forest. Completing the package, the sale includes a CFMOTO 500 ATV with approximately five hours of use and a Bobcat zero-turn mower, providing equipment to begin enjoying and maintaining the property immediately. Whether envisioned as a weekend cabin, recreational retreat, hunting property or quiet country getaway, the combination of privacy, mountain views, pond, established utilities, manicured grounds and surrounding recreational opportunities makes this a distinctive offering in the Albany County hill towns.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windham Mountain ClubNY · homes near it | Alpine resort | 12 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Hunter Mountain ResortNY · homes near it | Alpine resort | 18 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Maple Ski RidgeNY · homes near it | Local ski area | 26 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Plattekill MountainNY · homes near it | Alpine resort | 28 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Belleayre MountainNY · homes near it | Alpine resort | 29 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Also nearby: Bearpen Mountain Sports (nordic center, 19 mi).
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 6:44 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Mitchell Serlin of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (NY).
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $316,000
- Original list price
- $340,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Full baths
- 1
- Interior area
- 768 sq ft
- Lot size
- 15 acres
- Year built
- 2021
- Stories
- 1
- County
- Albany County
- MLS number
- 11950014
- Annual property tax (2026)
- $1,940
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Features
Interior
- Master Downstairs
Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Laminate
Basement
- Unfinished
Heating
- Other
- Propane
Parking
- Driveway
Construction
- Wood Siding
Roof
- Metal
Water
- Well
Sewer
- Septic Tank
Virtual tours
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Medusa.
Price and status history
- Original list price reported by the brokerage: $340,000
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
$63,200
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From the listing (tax year 2026). Taxes can change after a sale.
Get a quote; rates vary widely by location.
Manufactured homes on a leased lot.
Applied only while the loan is over 80% of the price. Illustrative.
Estimated monthly payment
$1,851 per month
Principal and interest$1,598
Property tax$162
Homeowners insurance$92
Loan amount$252,800
Total interest over the term$322,432
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
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Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (NY). Listing agent: Mitchell Serlin. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 7, 2026, 8:54 AM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 6:32 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.