1,332 Sq. Ft.
$901 / Sq. Ft.
1,332
Sq. Ft.
$901
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This stunning property was designed and built by the renowned architect behind Studio MM to showcase her trademark designs and philosophies — and to function as her own studio and home in the woods. The design and build are both as impeccable as each of the considered luxury homes they create, and this home — called the “Tinkerbox” — has been a featured property in Dwell. The understated elegance of the hand-charred shou sugi ban cedar siding and distinctive shape of the building — which somehow...This stunning property was designed and built by the renowned architect behind Studio MM to showcase her trademark designs and philosophies — and to function as her own studio and home in the woods. The design and build are both as impeccable as each of the considered luxury homes they create, and this home — called the “Tinkerbox” — has been a featured property in Dwell. The understated elegance of the hand-charred shou sugi ban cedar siding and distinctive shape of the building — which somehow contrasts, yet perfectly integrates with its surroundings — greets visitors as you wind up the forested driveway. Continuing through the dramatic Sapele front door, an understanding that you have arrived somewhere special filters in like the dappled sunlight on the weighty stair treads handcrafted from oak, maple, and birch trees from the property. You’re clearly entering a treehouse, of sorts, when you step into the open kitchen and living space. The picture windows and high ceilings give you a sense of space and allow for indoor forest bathing, and there’s a dreamy window seat and an inset wood-burning stove for cozy winter nights. There are custom cabinets, Wolfe and Sub Zero appliances, and plenty of space to spread out with family and friends. A fully retractable glass wall (with a custom screen!) further blurs the line between inside and out, opening onto a beautiful 400 sq/ft covered deck overlooking the property. It has a built-in wood-burning grill and it is easy to picture spending three seasons of the year out there (or four if you’re into cold therapy)! The primary suite is tucked at the other end of the building, and was also designed to feel immersed in the surrounding woods and hills. A sense of peace and quiet envelop this luxurious space and there are places for rest, reading, and work as well. The spa-like ensuite has a double shower and vanity, built-in storage, a unique ipe wood shower floor, and marble tiles and counter. Pocket doors create floor plan flexibility and allow the restroom to function as a powder room for guests, while still maintaining the privacy of the owner’s space.The lower level holds many opportunities to personalize additional square footage to suit your specific needs, and already has radiant heat and extra-high ceilings in every space: a media room, a workshop (with its own entrance), and an XL garage. The architect-owner has created plans to convert the garage to two additional generous bedrooms plus a full bath, which the home’s septic system is already set up for. Additional information on this is available upon request. Simple, and easily overlooked elements have received the same elevated level of attention and intentionality that is applied to the rest of the home, enhancing even the most mundane features. A perfect example of this is the open waterfall gutter system, which allows for the efficient redirection of rain water off of the roof with a beautiful cascade effect. Outside, you will find over 10 acres of diverse forest with ferns, rocky outcroppings, and many varieties of evergreen and deciduous trees. Intentionally leaving the land intact, the owners carefully chose their site, cleared as little as possible, and designed a home to partner with the existing landscape. Nearly 600 feet of frontage along the Mombaccus Creek marks one edge of the property and flows into a waterfall — which is not on the property, but only a short distance away. Tinkerbox is one of the five Waterfalls Properties designed by Studio MM and built by HVCH that create this special HOA. Each unique property is incredibly peaceful and private, and crafted to interact with the surrounding nature, but not with each other. There are no annual fees and each space tells its own story within this special community of contemporary homes in the woods, along the creek, and next to the waterfall. Perfectly situated in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains and at the edge of Sundown Forest

Listing Agents

  1. Katy Porte

    Katy Porte

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    katy.porte@compass.com

    P: (347)-564-5371

  2. Megan Brenn-White

    Megan Brenn-White

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 5 Trout

Zoning
AR3
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 03/19/2025 09:36 AM

Property Details for 5 Trout

StatusClosed
MLS #20232770
Days on Market13
Taxes$11,426 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2016
Lot Size10.90 AC / 474,804 SF
CountyUlster County

Location

Sold By Compass Greater NY, LLC

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Building Information for 5 Trout

Stories-Year Built2016Building Size-Lot Size10.90 AC / 474,804 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,801 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,849

Property Taxes

$952

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5 Trout

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: The house is accessed via Waterfalls Rd - Put 5 Trout Creek Rd into your GPS but do not turn on Trout Creek when GPS tells you to, instead stay on Waterfalls. It is the first driveway after the road bears to the right. Mailbox has #5. There will be a sign
  • Township: Rochester
  • MLS Area Major: Rochester
  • County: Ulster
  • Latitude: 41.814823
  • Longitude: -74.318977
  • MLS Area Major: Rochester
  • Water Body Name: MOMBACCUS CRK
  • Sign On Property YN: No
  • Creek: Yes
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Tax Block: 1
  • Tax Legal Description: 62.116,1,5 Trout Creek
  • Tax Annual Amount: $11,426.00
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Driveway: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.9
  • Lot Size Dimensions: variable
  • Living Area: 1332.0
  • Lot Size Area: 10.9
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 474804.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.9
  • Lot Size Dimensions: variable
  • Contemporary: Yes
  • Frame: Yes
  • Wood Siding: Yes
  • Gentle Sloping: Yes
  • Private: Yes
  • Rock Outcropping: Yes
  • Sloped: Yes
  • Wooded: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Owner Name: Vandervliet
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2016
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Page: 104
  • Section: 68.3
  • SqFt 1st (Legacy): 1332.0
  • SqFt 2nd (Legacy): 0.0
  • SqFt 3rd (Legacy): 0.0
  • UC Public Historical Remarks: FIPS Code: NY111, Age: 6-10, Appliances: Oven-built In, Lot/Site: Rural, Water Source: Drilled Well
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Assessed Value: 450000.0
  • Tax Lot: 62.116
Utilities
  • Water Body Name: MOMBACCUS CRK
  • Aqua-Pex: Yes
  • Septic Tank: Yes
  • Well: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Membrane: Yes
  • Rubber: Yes
Interior Features
  • Room Total: 13
  • Bathrooms Total (Integer): 2
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 1.5
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 1.1
  • Heating: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1.0
  • Dishwasher: Yes
  • Dryer: Yes
  • Oven: Yes
  • Range: Yes
  • Refrigerator: Yes
  • Washer: Yes
  • Water Heater: Yes
  • Concrete: Yes
  • Interior Entry: Yes
  • Walk-Out Access: Yes
  • Hardwood: Yes
  • Radiant: Yes
  • High Speed Internet: Yes
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Sign On Property YN: No

Schools near 5 Trout

This home is within Rondout Valley Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 3
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 4 to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Kerhonkson Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Rondout Valley Junior High School
Public7 to 8

Rondout Valley High School
Public9 to 12

Rondout Valley Intermediate School
Public4 to 6

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