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361 Elk Creek Road

Fleischmanns, NY 12430

$199,000 $838/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

572

Sqft

Acres(Lot)

Description

Find your way back to the Back Pocket, a hidden Catskills cottage set on three private acres in the town of Halcott, just north of Fleischmanns and thirteen minutes from Belleayre Mountain skiing and year-round outdoor recreation. This is a property that lives far larger than its footprint, thanks to its multiple levels of land, trails, truly spectacular mountain views, and direct adjacency to NYC-owned forest. The sense of privacy and seclusion here is becoming more and more rare in the area, yet the property remains easily accessible year-round via town maintained no-thru Elk Creek Road. The four seasons-friendly cottage radiates an easy, low-key charm, with an open floor plan, full kitchen with breakfast bar, washer and dryer, and a toasty wood stove that makes the whole place feel instantly welcoming. It's efficient, low-maintenance, and deeply peaceful - equally suited to weekend escapes, tiny house homesteading, creative solitude, or a simple full-time life close to nature. With its manageable size and easygoing nature, it offers a chance to own a mountain retreat without overwhelming upkeep. Adding to its appeal, the home is located in FEMA Zone X, an area generally considered to be at minimal flood risk. Lenders do not require flood insurance in this zone. And while the existing footprint is intentionally modest, the land opens the door to all kinds of future possibilities. There is plenty of room for expansion, whether that means an addition, studio space, guest accommodations, gardens, or simply more room to spread out and enjoy the setting. The meadow and surrounding forest above the cottage feel like a hidden world of their own, with mature hardwoods and conifers, fern fields, wildflowers, apple trees, old stone walls, and mossy boulders throughout the property. Raised herb beds near the house return season after season, while wild berries and other foraging opportunities can be found throughout the property. Summer evenings here are often spent beside the firepit under the stars, listening to the calming sounds of the nearby creek, watching fireflies drift through the meadow, or catching sight of the neighborhood fox family passing quietly through the woods. Nearby Fleischmanns has quietly evolved into one of the western Catskills' most interesting small towns, anchored by beloved local spots like the Print House, a restaurant, bar, and live music venue that has become a true community hub. You'll also find excellent coffee, art, antiques, farmers markets, and lively local festivals nearby, along with fly fishing, skiing at Belleayre Mountain and world-class hiking trails. The Back Pocket offers a rare combination of affordability, beauty, privacy, and genuine Catskills character. Less is more here in all the right ways, and it's the kind of place people spend years hoping to stumble across.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $199,000

AD Id : 77651336

MLS Id : 20262789

Beds : 1

Lot Size : 3 Acres

Living Area Size : 572

Year Built : 1968

County : Greene

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Bedroom Information

Total beds: 1

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

Room Information

Has Basement: Yes Basement: Crawl Space
Roofing Information

Asphalt
Interior Features

Breakfast Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Heating & Cooling

Has Heating: Yes Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Wood Stove Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)

Building Information

Year Built: 1968 Building Area Total: 572 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Private Pool: No View: Mountain(s)
Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Private Yard

Lot Information

Main Square Feet: 3 Acres Lot Size Acres: 3 Lot Size Square Feet: 130680 Lot Description: Sloped, Back Yard, Cleared, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Level, Meadow, Native Plants, Secluded, Wooded

Listing Price Information

Listing Price: $199000 Cash, Conventional

Tax Information

Parcel Number: 193400158.00-3-23 Tax Lot: 3 Tax Block: 23 Annual Tax: $2652 Tax Legal Desc: 193400158.00-3-23

Parking Information

Driveway

Utility Information

Electricity Connected
Location Information

WaterSource: Private, Well

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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/16/2026 @ 03:12

MLS: 20262789 LISTED BY: Amy Rosen, Ruth Gale Realty SOURCE: Hudson Valley Catskills Region Multiple List Service (Ulster County Board of REALTORS)