Sudac Emory Chase Rezidencija — Remek-delo Gilded Agea u Valjku Hudson

Nadvisujući najistaknutiju ulicu u Catskilu, New York, s prostranim pogledima na rijeku Hudson, most Rip Van Winkle i legendarni Olanu Frederica Churcha, stoji veličanstvena viktorijanska kuća iz 1880-ih, doma sudca Emoryja Chasea — dostojanstveni simbol zlatne ere doline Hudson.

Prožeta poviješću i elegancijom, ova grandiozna rezidencija nekoć je ugostila američkog predsjednika, astronauta i članove pravosudnog sustava New Yorka. U njenom povijesnom dvostrukom salonu, kćer sudca Chasea proslavila je prijem za vjenčanje — odraz dugotrajne tradicije elegantnih okupljanja i profinjene gostoljubivosti ovog doma.

Pomno obnovljena, rezidencija nudi devet spavaćih soba i tri i pol kupaonice, skladno spajajući modernu udobnost s neprocjenjivim majstorstvom 19. stoljeća. Svaki detalj govori o eri umjetnosti koja se rijetko susreće danas — od ručno rezbarene drvene obrade i visoke trokatne stube do složenih gipsanih krovišta, kamini od mramora, podovi širokih dasaka i izvorna klizna vrata.

Biblioteka, s originalnim ugrađenim policama za knjige, ostaje utočište za tiho razmišljanje. U međuvremenu, novo dizajnirana gurmanska kuhinja — okupana prirodnom svjetlošću kroz cijeli zid staklenih vrata — neometano se otvara prema prostranom drvenom terasu i velikom dvorištu, savršenom za velika okupljanja ili intimne ljetne večeri. Graciozna terasa s ljuljačkom i balkon na drugom katu nude idealne vidikovce za uživanje u zapanjujućim pogledima na vječnu promjenu svjetlosti, boje i veličanstvene zalaske sunca uz rijeku.

Iza glavne kuće, dvokatna kočija čeka na novo maštanje — možda kao gostinska kuća, umjetnički studio, garaža — mogućnosti su beskrajne! Diskretni ulaz za servisni put s Bridge Streeta vodi izravno u dvorište, pružajući i praktičnost i privatnost.

Iako je trenutno konfigurirana kao privatna kuća, razmjeri i raspored nekretnine lako se mogu transformirati u elegantni pansion ili boutique krevet i doručak (uz suglasnosti lokalnih vlasti). Dvostruki saloni, formalna blagovaonica, prostrana terasa i vrtovi nude idealne zajedničke prostore za ugostiteljstvo ili posebna okupljanja — prirodni nastavak dugotrajne društvene povijesti ovog doma.

Smještena između kuće Beattie-Powers i staze koju održava država do obale rijeke, rezidencija uživa u privatnosti i blizini. Samo kratka šetnja dijeli vas od revitalizirane glavne ulice Catskila, doma poznatih restorana, pivovara, butika, Foreland kompleksa suvremene umjetnosti i klasičnog kina.

S Amtrak stanicom u Hudsonu udaljenom samo 10 minuta, skijalištima Windham i Hunter 25 minuta, Bard Collegeom 25 minuta i New York Cityjem udaljenim samo 2 sata, ovo povijesno imanje nalazi se na raskrižju kulturne vitalnosti i bezvremenske ljepote — rijetka ponuda doline Hudson za one koji traže istinsko remek-delo doline Hudson prožeto baštinom, elegancijom i bezvremenim majstorstvom u kombinaciji s modernim pogodnostima.

The Judge Emory Chase Residence — A Gilded Age Hudson Valley Masterpiece

Presiding over the most distinguished block in Catskill, New York, with sweeping vistas of the Hudson River, the Rip Van Winkle Bridge, and Frederic Church’s storied Olana, stands the magnificent 1880s Victorian home of Judge Emory Chase — a stately symbol of the Hudson Valley’s golden era.

Steeped in history and grace, this grand residence once welcomed a U.S. President, an astronaut, and members of New York’s judiciary. Within its storied double parlor, Judge Chase’s daughter celebrated her wedding reception — a reflection of the home’s long tradition of elegant gatherings and refined hospitality.

Painstakingly restored, the residence offers nine bedrooms and three and a half baths, harmoniously blending modern comfort with irreplaceable 19th-century craftsmanship. Every detail speaks to an era of artistry rarely seen today — from hand-carved millwork and the soaring three-story staircase to intricate plaster crown moldings, marble fireplaces, wide-plank floors, and original pocket doors.

The library, with its original built-in bookcases, remains a sanctuary for quiet reflection. Meanwhile, the newly designed gourmet kitchen — bathed in natural light through an entire wall of glass doors — opens seamlessly to a spacious deck and generous backyard, perfect for grand-scale entertaining or intimate summer evenings. A gracious rocking-chair front porch and second-floor balcony offer ideal vantage points for taking in the stunning views of the river’s ever-changing light, color and majestic sunrises and reflected river sunsets.

Behind the main house, a two-story carriage house awaits re-imagination — perhaps as a guest residence, artist’s studio, garage- the possibilities are endless! A discreet service road entrance from Bridge Street leads directly to the yard, offering both convenience and privacy.

While currently configured as a private home, the property’s scale and layout lend themselves effortlessly to transformation into an elegant inn or boutique bed-and-breakfast (subject to local approvals). The double parlors, formal dining room, expansive deck, and gardens provide ideal common spaces for hosting guests or special gatherings — a natural extension of the home’s long social history.

Nestled between the Beattie-Powers House and a state-maintained trail to the river’s edge, the residence enjoys both privacy and proximity. Just a short stroll leads to Catskill’s revitalized Main Street, home to acclaimed restaurants, breweries, boutiques, the Foreland contemporary art complex, and a classic movie theater.

With Hudson’s Amtrak station only 10 minutes away, Windham and Hunter ski resorts 25 minutes, Bard College 25 minutes, and New York City only 2 hours, this historic estate stands at the intersection of cultural vitality and timeless beauty — a rare Hudson Valley offering for those who seek a true Hudson Valley masterpiece steeped in heritage, elegance, timeless craftsmanship coupled with modern conveniences. © 2025 OneKey™ MLS, LLC