Set back off a quiet back road, just 10 minutes to Main St, this contemporary home sits on 8+ private, gracious acres (19 add’l. acres available for $120k). A tree-lined drive opens onto lush, level lawns and mature, professional landscaping. A rock outcropping serves as an enchanting spot for the fire pit seating area, while nearby a delightful trail winds through the woods. The exceptional 40-mile view south unfolds from the back deck and from the dining room and kitchen, adding an element of drama to everyday life at the house. A handy mudroom leads into an open living/dining/kitchen anchored by a stone chimney with Vigilant wood stove; windows along the back wall and a wraparound deck take full advantage of the view. Double doors lead to a dramatic double living space with 30-ft cathedral ceilings, Andersen windows and skylights, plus a sunken den centered on a stone-faced wood-burning fireplace. A full bath completes this level. Upstairs, two bedrooms, including a primary with Juliet balcony, share a skylit full bath. Some of the Western Catskills’ most popular amenities are just ten minutes away, from lively breweries and farm to table restaurants, to exceptional hiking and impressive cultural offerings.