The historic hamlet of Stone Ridge in the Town of Marbletown is nestled at the base of the magnificent Shawangunk Mountain ridge and encompasses rolling farms and woodlands bisected by the meandering Rondout and Esopus Creeks. Evidence of the area’s historic beginnings can still be seen in the abundance of Pre-Revolutionary stone houses built by early Dutch settlers and the remnants 19th century Delaware & Hudson Canal which transported coal and grain out to the Hudson River.

Loyal to its agrarian roots, this community maintains a significant rural character and contains or is near to many thousands of acres of publicly (Minnewaska State Park) and privately (Mohonk Preserve) protected lands offering outstanding recreational opportunities for the year-round outdoor enthusiast – hiking, biking, swimming, rock climbing, kayaking and x-country skiing.

All retail services are readily available- groceries, pharmacy, auto repair, fuel and convenience, wine and liquor- plus a host of specialty shops and antique stores. A large choice of restaurants run the gamut from the 4 star rated Dupuy Canal House, to sushi, modern bistros, coffee cafes and casual eateries. Farm markets offer the home chef the full range of locally grown natural and organic produce, meats and poultry.

Old house devotees will love the 18th and 19th century stone and frame farmhouse classics, many of which have been beautifully restored and updated with today’s conveniences. In addition, home seekers, whether full-time or dual residents from the nearby NYC metro area, can choose from traditional Capes and Colonials, mid-century ranches, dramatic contemporaries or enchanting cottages and cabins- all with an accent on privacy. With prices from the mid $100,000s to $1million plus, all budgets can be satisfied in these culturally vibrant communities of outstanding natural beauty.