$245,000
32 acres
12 mi straight lineto Bousquet Mountain
L30.4 Old Gale Hill RoadNew Lebanon, NY 12060
Land and lots · MLS 12019038
Listing courtesy of Miranda Real Estate Group Inc · MyStateMLS
$290,000
Land and lots · MLS 11798310 · Listed 98 days ago (Jul 24, 2026)
2.5 mi straight line to Catamount Mountain Resort (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
Located within the Town of Hillsdale itself, this unique 40.25± acre offering presents a rare opportunity to own a sizable tract of land in one of Columbia County's most desirable communities. While the property enjoys immediate access to the restaurants, shops, services, and amenities that make Hillsdale such a sought-after destination, its layout and surrounding landscape create a surprisingly secluded setting that feels far removed from everyday activity. Comprised of three separate tax parcels, this property offers a diverse blend of wooded acreage, meadows, wildlife habitat, wetlands, and potential building locations. Whether you're looking to build a private country home, establish a small farmstead, create a recreational retreat, or simply invest in land in a highly sought-after area, this property offers tremendous flexibility. One of the most unique aspects of the property is its location. It is increasingly rare to find a property of this size located directly within the Town of Hillsdale while still offering such a private and secluded feel. Despite being in town and just moments from local restaurants, shopping, community events, and everyday conveniences, the property remains remarkably quiet and protected from the surrounding activity. A private access drive extends approximately 750± feet from Primrose Drive to a beautiful meadow area that offers an excellent potential homesite location surrounded by a mix of deciduous and coniferous forest. The setback from the road creates a sense of privacy that is difficult to find in properties located so close to town amenities. The landscape features a highly diverse habitat mix that creates both visual appeal and strong wildlife value. The property contains mature hardwoods, conifer stands, brushy transition zones, open meadow areas, wetlands, and old stone walls that reflect the area's agricultural history. The combination of these habitat types creates ideal conditions for a variety of wildlife species and contributes to the property's excellent hunting potential. For sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts, the property functions as a natural travel corridor. The land directly borders the protected Rheinstrom Hill Audubon Center and Sanctuary, a large conservation property consisting of extensive forest, habitat, and trail systems. Wildlife moving between the protected sanctuary lands and surrounding agricultural areas naturally travel through this section of Hillsdale, creating an excellent funnel effect for whitetail deer and other game species. Deer, bear, waterfowl, and a variety of other wildlife have all been observed on the property. A logging road and trail system currently circumnavigates much of the property, providing excellent internal access for recreation, hiking, hunting, habitat management, and future property improvements. The gently rolling terrain offers multiple areas suitable for recreation and potential development while maintaining the property's natural character. A mix of meadow, low brush, conifer cover, hardwood forest, and small wetland areas creates a highly diverse environment that supports both wildlife and recreational enjoyment. The property is believed to be buildable pending a successful perc test and local approvals. Electric is available at the road, and the existing driveway access provides a significant head start toward future development. The combination of accessibility, privacy, and location makes this property particularly appealing for buyers seeking a homesite without sacrificing acreage or recreational opportunities. Area Attractions One of the strongest selling points of this property is its proximity to the area's premier attractions. The property sits directly within the Town of Hillsdale, providing immediate access to local restaurants, shopping, community events, farmers markets, breweries, and everyday amenities while still maintaining a private country atmosphere. Outdoor recreation opportunities are abundant throughout the surrounding area, including Taconic State Park, the Appalachian Trail, Catamount Mountain Resort, Copake Lake, Copake Country Club, and Roe Jan Park. The property is also conveniently located near Great Barrington, Massachusetts, Hudson, New York, and the broader Berkshire region, providing access to additional dining, shopping, cultural attractions, skiing, and year-round recreation. For buyers seeking a private homesite, recreational retreat, hunting property, or long-term land investment in one of Columbia County's most desirable locations, this property offers a rare combination of acreage, privacy, habitat diversity, recreational opportunity, and immediate access to the amenities that make Hillsdale such a special place to own land.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catamount Mountain ResortNY · homes near it | Alpine resort | 2.5 mi | Base parking lot (unnamed OSM lot inside Catamount Mountain Resort area)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Ski ButternutMA · homes near it | Alpine resort | 11 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Bousquet MountainMA · homes near it | Local ski area | 21 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Otis Ridge Ski AreaMA · homes near it | Local ski area | 22 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Mohawk Mountain Ski AreaCT · homes near it | Alpine resort | 26 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Jiminy Peak Mountain ResortMA · homes near it | Alpine resort | 28 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 9:07 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
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).
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Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Hillsdale.
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimated monthly payment
$1,791 per month
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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$245,000
32 acres
12 mi straight lineto Bousquet Mountain
Land and lots · MLS 12019038
Listing courtesy of Miranda Real Estate Group Inc · MyStateMLS
$250,000
17 acres
20 mi straight lineto Windham Mountain Club
Land and lots · MLS 11950669
Listing courtesy of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (NY) · MyStateMLS
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Listing courtesy of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (NY). Listing agent: Mitchell Serlin. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Jul 29, 2026, 3:20 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 9:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.