Dramatic Waterfront Estate Overlooking a Bird Sanctuary Near the Catskills Is Listed for $2.45 Million

A dramatic stone estate in Athens, NY, overlooking the Hudson River and abutting the Four-Mile Point Preserve bird sanctuary has recently hit the market for $2,450,000.Built in 1997, the four-bedroom post-and-beam residence known as Four Mile River House sits on 1.62 acres of privacy, surrounded by tiered stone walls and a "cascading waterfall fountain.""The waterfront aspect is the most compelling feature of this property, but the stonework is also insanely beautiful," says listing agent Anthony D'Argenzio of This Old Hudson Team at Houlihan Lawrence. "You can ride a boat to the property, and it's surrounded by protected land, so it's very private."Loading...The dramatic estate is surrounded by tiered stone walls and a "cascading waterfall fountain."Realtor.comLoading...The jaw-dropping interior of Four Mile River House features hand-hewn beams.This Old HudsonLoading...The kitchen features an open plan and custom cabinetry.This Old HudsonLoading...The radiant heated stone floors were quarried in South Africa.This Old HudsonFound throughout the 3,458-square-foot, jaw-dropping interior are hand-hewn beams, radiant heated stone floors quarried in South Africa, and two fireplaces."It ...