35 Birch LN Woodstock, NY 12498
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,813 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,813 sqft
Price per Sqft $212
MLS Listing ID 20266257
Style Raised Ranch
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1965
Annual Tax Amount $6,800
Tax Year 6800
Lot Size 1.090 Acres
Acres 1.09
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Hudson Valley Catskills Region Multiple List Service (Ulster County Board of REALTORS®)
Property Description
Some Woodstock homes have character. Others have a story. This distinctive 1965 Mid-Century home, once the residence of internationally celebrated jazz pianist, vibraphonist, and composer Karl Berger, has both. Located near the Woodstock Golf Course, the property offers 2,813 square feet of living space, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a professional recording studio, and a separate-entry apartment, all on 1.09 acres overlooking a beautiful greenbelt of open fields and woods.
The home's musical history is an important part of its identity. Berger, who collaborated with jazz luminaries including Don Cherry and Jack DeJohnette, was a co-founder of Woodstock's influential Creative Music Studio and a central figure in the area's extraordinary musical heritage. His recording studio, where he worked with accomplished musicians over the years, remains one of the property's most compelling features. Acoustically treated and equipped with a separate control booth and vocal booth, the space offers an exciting opportunity for musicians, recording engineers, producers, podcasters, and other creative professionals. Alternatively, it could be reimagined as a generous den, screening room, or media space.
Built in 1965, the home retains appealing Mid-Century architectural details, including hardwood floors, graceful arched doorways, and a striking stone fireplace in the living room. A second stone fireplace adds warmth and character to the recording studio. The main living level includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, while a half bath serves the studio.
The completely above-grade, ground-floor apartment has its own entrance, kitchenette, full bathroom, and a deck overlooking the surrounding landscape. This flexible space offers possibilities for guests, extended living arrangements, a private workspace, or potential rental income, subject to applicable municipal approvals.
Outside, the 1.09-acre property opens onto an expansive field with room for gardens, outdoor gatherings, and enjoying the changing seasons. The peaceful greenbelt of fields and woods provides a lovely natural backdrop, offering a sense of openness while remaining within an established Woodstock neighborhood. A brand-new metal roof is an important recent improvement, adding durability and long-term value.
The location brings together the best of Woodstock and the Catskills. Close to the Woodstock Golf Course and the village's renowned galleries, theaters, restaurants, shops, and live music, the home also offers convenient access to Kingston, the New York State Thruway, and the region's hiking trails, swimming destinations, and ski areas.
Whether you're searching for a Mid-Century home in Woodstock, a Hudson Valley property with a professional recording studio, a home with separate guest accommodations, or a distinctive full-time residence or weekend retreat in the Catskills, this property offers an uncommon combination of history, character, flexibility, and location.
A home that has already played a part in Woodstock's musical history--and offers an inspiring setting for whatever comes next. Come experience it for yourself.
Location
State NY
County Ulster
Area Woodstock
Zoning R3
Rooms
Basement Apartment, Finished, Full, Walk-Up Access, Other
Interior
Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Den, Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Fireplace Yes
Laundry In Basement
Exterior
View Forest, Meadow, Neighborhood
Roof Type Metal
Porch Deck, Front Porch
Garage No
Building
Lot Description Back Yard, Greenbelt
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Public
Architectural Style Raised Ranch
Level or Stories Bi-Level
Schools
High Schools Onteora Central School District
School District Onteora Central School District
Others
Tax ID 27.18-4-3
NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS
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