5 Standout New York Homes from Kingston to Cazenovia Lake

In the heart of Kingston, 322 Albany Avenue stands as a true city landmark, pairing historic grandeur with an unusually private setting on nearly one acre. The circa-1820 stone residence—listed on the National Register of Historic Places—centers daily life around beautifully preserved architectural details, a renovated chef’s kitchen, and spacious living areas designed for both quiet mornings and easy entertaining. A luxurious primary suite adds a sense of retreat, while outside, a heated in-ground pool and greenhouse extend the home’s rhythm into the seasons. An oversized garage brings practical ease. For added flexibility, the property includes a successful short-term rental guest wing plus a separate two-family carriage house, offering multiple ways to live, host, or generate income. It’s a rare blend of heritage, comfort, and adaptability.

From its hilltop setting in East Otto, this luxury log-home retreat sits just minutes from Ellicottville, framed by sweeping views and a feeling of complete privacy. Inside, vaulted ceilings and exposed timber beams bring scale and warmth, while expansive windows draw the landscape into all three finished levels. A striking stone fireplace anchors the main living space, complemented by 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms for easy hosting and everyday comfort. Outdoors, an 888+ sq. ft. deck and covered porches extend living space into the open air, overlooking two ponds, open fields, hardwoods, and established trails. With year-round recreation and excellent hunting opportunities on site, days naturally move between quiet mornings outside and evenings gathered around the fire.

Along the water’s edge on pristine Payne Lake in Antwerp, this fully furnished retreat pairs long shoreline presence—505 feet of waterfront—with over eight private acres for a true four-season escape. Built in 2017, the main residence centers on a custom Black Walnut kitchen with granite countertops, while a wood-burning fireplace anchors evenings indoors. Days unfold with breathtaking lake views, then wind down in the hot tub under open sky. Practical comforts are thoughtfully in place, including a Generac generator, two wells, and two septic systems. A finished 36’ x 44’ barn (2021) expands the compound with its own full kitchen, bedroom, full bath, climate-controlled garage, and even a dog wash station. With future building and dock potential—and a boat launch next door—the setting invites effortless lake days and extended family stays.

From its Catskill Mountain setting in the sought-after Roxbury Run area of the Town of Roxbury, this beautifully renovated two-story, multi-use farmhouse balances heritage and flexibility. Built in 1950 and once a beloved restaurant with the owners’ residence above, it has been reimagined as a spacious retreat with 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, including a main-level suite that connects to a cozy family room and opens to the deck. A modern gourmet kitchen anchors the home with a propane Z-line stove with double oven and hood, microwave drawer, solid hickory cabinetry, and Silestone countertops. Six new sliding doors brighten the living room and extend life outdoors to a wrap-around deck overlooking a fire pit area with Cambridge pavers, manicured walkways, and parking for 12+ vehicles. Across from Roxbury Run Country Club, included membership adds tennis courts and a swimming pool for easy, year-round enjoyment.

Along the water’s edge in Cazenovia, this custom ranch built in 2020 pairs effortless one-floor living with coveted Cazenovia Lake Rights for swimming, boating, and waterfront gatherings. An inviting front porch leads through a solid mahogany front door into an open-concept interior with soaring 16-foot ceilings, rustic wood beams, dormer windows, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The gourmet kitchen anchors daily life with custom white inlay cabinetry, marble countertops, GE Monogram appliances, a 48-inch dual-fuel range, a 9-foot island, and a walk-in pantry complete with marble counters, a wet-bar sink, and skylight. A three-panel slider extends the living space to a covered patio with ceiling fans. The split-bedroom plan keeps the primary suite serene, with patio access, a pedestal soaking tub, and an oversized walk-in shower, while a finished lower level adds a wet bar, fireplace, and flexible office or guest bedroom. Just one mile from the village center, days unfold with ease and lake time close at hand.