Susan Muther

$120,000

31.15 Acres

South Kortright, New York, 13842

Perched at 1,640 feet above sea level at the town maintained road and rising gently through an open field, this property showcases three standout attributes: location, views, and an exceptional building site. With 265 feet of easy-access frontage on Betty Brook Road, the lot opens into a generous pie-shaped parcel that opens to over 1,200 feet wide at the upper boundary, climbing to nearly 2,200 feet in elevation. A series of natural terraces creates multiple prime building options: a ready-to-go site in the existing open field, a second, slightly higher spot where the land was previously cleared, and a third opportunity at the upper reaches for those envisioning a true house-on-the-hill. Whichever you choose, the views are striking. Rock outcrops crown the higher elevations, lending a dramatic, almost sculptural quality to the landscape and inviting long, restorative hikes in every season. The southwestern slope positions you perfectly to capture ideal solar gain and sweeping valley vistas over Betty Brook Hollow, framed by distant mountain ridgelines. Located just minutes from the vibrant Western Catskill communities of Delhi, Stamford, and Oneonta, you’ll enjoy genuine privacy with convenient access to everyday essentials and cultural amenities. At under three hours from the George Washington Bridge and just over an hour from Albany International Airport, these remarkable 31 acres offer an accessible mountain retreat with enduring appeal.

$360,000

37 Acres

Sidney Center, New York, 13839

Discover your unique opportunity to own a private lake with 17-acres of build-able land and over 1,000 feet of waterfront. This serene 20-acre lake near Sidney Center, New York, just off County Highway 35, is an unparalleled destination address.Surrounded by a diverse mix of deciduous trees as well as a grove of majestic tall pines, the land features several clearings that are ideal for construction. Easily accessible via Masonville Pond Road, a private road off Roof Road OR a separate totally private driveway off Cummings Road.At the end of Masonville Pond Road is a separately deeded 4 acre parcel with two small cabins. These summer retreats are seasonal structures that share a well and electric. Both cottages are being sold As-Is, and condition is unknown. Use these as the springboard to your dream home, or renovate them for exceptional seasonal rentals! Extend the driveway into the second lot, with its private 13 acres, or leave this as separate package that can be sold off at a later date. The 13 acre parcel is spectacular. With a gentle slope that rises from the waterline, this property is a tremendous opportunity to build a truly wonderful home that would have a view of the entire southern end of the lake. There is a clearing mid-lot. Some trees will need to be felled to create a view of the water, but your privacy will be built-in! Small springs create drainages across the lot, creating wildlife haven as they contribute to the massive pond.Masonville Pond itself is known for its tranquil waters, reaching depths of 8 to 12 feet, and is equipped with a small dam at the end of Cummings Road. Encompassed fully within the owner's property boundaries, this unique lake offering includes the 13 acres, along with the 4-acre parcel (with the cabins), providing a total of over 17 acres to explore and develop. Grab this opportunity before someone else makes it their dream. This is your chance to make lake-side living real.

$300,000

36.67 Acres

Sidney Center, New York, 13839

Discover your unique opportunity to own a private lake with 16-acres of build-able land and over 1,000 feet of waterfront. This serene 20-acre lake near Sidney Center, New York, just off County Highway 35, is an unparalleled destination address.Surrounded by a diverse mix of deciduous trees as well as a grove of majestic tall pines, the land features several clearings that are ideal for construction. Easily accessible via Masonville Pond Road, a private road off Roof Road OR a separate totally private driveway off Cummings Road.At the end of Masonville Pond Road is a separately deeded 4 acre parcel with two small cabins. These summer retreats are seasonal structures that share a well and electric. Both cottages are being sold As-Is, and condition is unknown. Use these as the springboard to your dream home, or renovate them for exceptional seasonal rentals! Extend the driveway into the second lot, with its private 12 acres, or leave this as separate package that can be sold off at a later date.The 12 acre parcel is spectacular. With a gentle slope that rises from the waterline, this property is a tremendous opportunity to build a truly wonderful home that would have a view of the entire southern end of the lake. There is a clearing mid-lot. Some trees will need to be felled to create a view of the water, but your privacy will be built-in! Small springs create drainages across the lot, creating wildlife haven as they contribute to the massive pond.Masonville Pond itself is known for its tranquil waters, reaching depths of 8 to 12 feet, and is equipped with a small dam at the end of Cummings Road. Encompassed fully within the owner's property boundaries, this unique lake offering includes the 12 acres, along with the 4-acre parcel (with the cabins), providing a total of over 16 acres to explore and develop.Grab this opportunity before someone else makes it their dream. This is your chance to make lake-side living real.

$25,000

3.83 Acres

Garrattsville, New York, 13342

When you picture the perfect building site, the checklist practically writes itself — a few acres, a southern exposure, an easy driveway, a quiet maintained road, and a setting with some actual character. This 3.8-acre lot on the south-facing hillside just outside the hamlet of Garrattsville, NY checks every one of those boxes.Garrattsville sits in the lovely Butternut Creek valley of Otsego County, and it carries history worth knowing. Once a hub of water-powered industry — gristmills, sawmills, textile factories — the hamlet is also credited with a small but consequential innovation: a local cheese manufacturer here invented the rectangular cheese box, replacing the traditional round wheel for easier shipping and storage. Today the hamlet retains its handsome Federal and Greek Revival streetscape, surrounded by working farms still in production.The lot itself is open and south-facing, offering natural light and valley views with minimal clearing required. At just under 4 acres, there’s room to build, garden, and breathe — in one of the quieter, more characterful corners of the western Catskills.