Working farm for sale featuring more than 221 acres of pastures, rolling meadows, and woods; a pond, sweeping views of the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, and well-maintained infrastructure, this property is an exceptional value.
1173 Douglas Hall Rd, Delhi, NY 13753 $825,000
c.1860 5th-Generation Dairy Farm For Sale on 221 Acres in Delhi NY
The picture of bucolic grace and charm! This fifth generation farm provides the perfect backdrop for a turn-key dairy operation. Not interested in livestock? How about hops? Or an expansive event center? Let your imagination run wild as you contemplate how to be best use this property. Featuring more than 221 acres of pastures, rolling meadows, and woods; a pond, sweeping views of the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, and well-maintained infrastructure, this property is an exceptional value.
To add to the charm, this property is located just a few miles from the bustling villages of Delhi, the Delaware County seat, and Franklin, and the city of Oneonta. Approximately three hours from New York, countless artists, hobbyists and other city-dwellers have embraced the foothills of the Western Catskills as the hidden gem of upstate New York. This wonderful property is a peaceful departure from the hustle-bustle of big city life yet provides easy access to nearby restaurants, shops, and other conveniences.
The complex includes a five-bedroom, two bathroom farmhouse which has been tastefully updated including a new full bath, updated kitchen, replacement windows, insulation, newer furnace, and electrical panel. The main barn, circa 1901, was built by the seller’s great-grandfather, and includes 60 stanchions and can hold 100 head of cows. This iconic structure could very easily be retrofitted to serve as the perfect backdrop for weddings, celebrations, and other large-scale events. The 42 by 72 foot Morton building provides tremendous storage or could also serve as a riding stable.
Two additional buildings, a machine shed that measures 30 by 60 feet and a supplemental garage measuring 30 by 50 feet provides ample space for storage of machinery and other supplies. A maple sap house is found in the far field, and could readily be used to produce syrup once again, or repurposed as you see fit.
