40 Engel Rd

Old Chatham, NY 12136

$785,000
Price
5
Beds
2,400 Sq. Ft.
$327 / Sq. Ft.
2,400
Sq. Ft.
$327
per Sq. Ft.
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Pending
Pending
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Description

Willow Pond Retreat — 12 Acres of Serenity and Soul
Welcome to Willow Pond Retreat, a soulful, private 12-acre country sanctuary where life is meant to be lived, not merely observed. Here, whispering willows frame a tranquil pond, daffodils bloom in abundance, and meandering garden paths invite you to wander among mature trees and timeless beauty. The four bedroom, four bath main home exudes warmth and character — with three fireplaces that beckon in every season and a sunlit kitchen that opens to...Willow Pond Retreat — 12 Acres of Serenity and Soul

Welcome to Willow Pond Retreat, a soulful, private 12-acre country sanctuary where life is meant to be lived, not merely observed. Here, whispering willows frame a tranquil pond, daffodils bloom in abundance, and meandering garden paths invite you to wander among mature trees and timeless beauty. The four bedroom, four bath main home exudes warmth and character — with three fireplaces that beckon in every season and a sunlit kitchen that opens to nature's ever-changing landscape. An in-ground pool, newly lined in deep navy and surrounded by lush, established gardens, creates a resort-like oasis for long, languid summer days. Thoughtfully as well as privately connected to the main residence, a self-contained apartment offers versatility for guests, extended family, or inspired use as a studio or retreat. A spacious workshop/studio outbuilding extends the creative potential — ideal for artisans, makers, or those seeking meaningful workspace. Even the charming chicken coop adds a touch of pastoral whimsy to this self-sustaining haven. Private, romantic, and deeply functional, Willow Pond Retreat is both a home and a way of life — a place where beauty feels effortless and every element has soul.
  1. Listed by Nancy Felcetto • Brown Harris Stevens Hudson
    P: (917)-626-6755 C: (917)-626-6755 neh@bhsusa.com

Property Details for 40 Engel Road

Senior Community YN
No
Zoning
Rural Residenti
Waterfront YN
Yes
Waterfront YN
Yes
Senior Community YN
No
Basement YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 01/09/2026 07:44 AM

Property Details for 40 Engel Road

StatusPending
MLS #20255580
Days on Market65
Taxes$4,560 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1984
Lot Size11.30 AC / 492,228 SF
CountyColumbia County
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Building Information for 40 Engel Road

Stories2Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size11.30 AC / 492,228 SF

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Property Information for 40 Engel Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: on the 2nd right on Engel
  • Township: Chatham
  • MLS Area Major: Old Chatham
  • County: Columbia
  • Latitude: 42.442084
  • Longitude: -73.546134
  • MLS Area Major: Old Chatham
  • Water Body Name: Willow Hill Pond
  • Sign On Property YN: No
  • Forest: Yes
  • Pond: Yes
  • Rural: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Parcel Number: 26.-1-43.200
  • Tax Block: 26
  • Tax Legal Description: 11.30 AC — Engel Rd — Town of Chatham
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,560.00
  • Association YN: No
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Faces Front: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 11.3
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2800.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 800.0
  • Living Area: 2400.0
  • Lot Size Area: 11.3
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 492228.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2800.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 800.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 11.3
  • Cape Cod: Yes
  • Asphalt: Yes
  • Landscaped: Yes
  • Level: Yes
  • Many Trees: Yes
  • Meadow: Yes
  • Pasture: Yes
  • Private: Yes
  • Rolling Slope: Yes
  • Secluded: Yes
  • Wooded: Yes
  • Average: Yes
  • County Road: Yes
  • House: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Owner Name: J. Favitta
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 4
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Page: 794
  • Section: 0
  • Close Of Escrow: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Assessed Value: 590000.0
  • Tax Lot: 43.200
Utilities
  • Water Body Name: Willow Hill Pond
  • Electric Water Heater: Yes
  • Seller Owned: Yes
  • Septic Tank: Yes
  • Cable Available: Yes
  • Cable Connected: Yes
  • Electricity Connected: Yes
  • Phone Connected: Yes
  • Water Connected: Yes
  • Well: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Stories: 2
  • Awning(s): Yes
  • Courtyard: Yes
  • Fire Pit: Yes
  • Garden: Yes
  • Lighting: Yes
  • Outdoor Shower: Yes
  • Paved Walkway: Yes
  • Private Entrance: Yes
  • Private Yard: Yes
  • Rain Gutters: Yes
  • Back Yard: Yes
  • Covered Arena: Yes
  • Poultry Coop: Yes
  • Workshop: Yes
  • Patio: Yes
  • In Ground: Yes
  • Liner: Yes
  • Pool Cover: Yes
Interior Features
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Spa YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Room Total: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 5
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 5.0
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 5.0
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Rooms Total: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0.0
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Spa YN: No
  • Built-In Electric Range: Yes
  • Built-In Gas Oven: Yes
  • Dishwasher: Yes
  • Disposal: Yes
  • Dryer: Yes
  • Refrigerator: Yes
  • Stainless Steel Appliance(s): Yes
  • Storage Only: Yes
  • Concrete: Yes
  • Daylight: Yes
  • Exterior Entry: Yes
  • Finished: Yes
  • Full: Yes
  • Interior Entry: Yes
  • Walk-Out Access: Yes
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Sliding Doors: Yes
  • Storm Door(s): Yes
  • Bedroom: Yes
  • Den: Yes
  • Living Room: Yes
  • Wood Burning: Yes
  • Wood Burning Stove: Yes
  • Carpet: Yes
  • Ceramic Tile: Yes
  • Hardwood: Yes
  • Combination: Yes
  • Concrete Perimeter: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Yes
  • Forced Air: Yes
  • Oil: Yes
  • Wood Stove: Yes
  • Beamed Ceilings: Yes
  • Bookcases: Yes
  • Chandelier: Yes
  • Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Entrance Foyer: Yes
  • Granite Counters: Yes
  • High Speed Internet: Yes
  • In-Law Floorplan: Yes
  • Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Natural Woodwork: Yes
  • In Basement: Yes
  • Two: Yes
  • Wood Frames: Yes
  • Wood Stoves Total: 1
Room Information
Room Information
  • Basement Level: Basement
  • Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom Level: Upper
  • Den Level: First
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Other Room: Yes
  • Other Room Level: First
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Sign On Property YN: No
Rental
Rental Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 40 Engel Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 21, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #484475505

$285,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/21/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #484475505

$285,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 40 Engel Road

Taxable ValueLand$122,700Additions$467,300Total$590,000
Tax Record2024$6,053 ($504 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,101 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,101 SqFtStories2Lot Size489,614 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1984ZoningRL10CountyCOLUMBIAAPN102689 26.-1-43.200Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 40 Engel Road

This home is within Chatham Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mary E Dardess Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Chatham Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Chatham High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mary E Dardess Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Chatham Middle School
Public6 to 8

Chatham High School
Public9 to 12

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