In the foothills of the Catskills, this Accord property makes gorgeous use of its 2,625 square feet of space with vaulted ceilings, an expansive deck, and much more. The home, known as Barn Owl, is constructed from an 1800s English bank barn that was lovingly restored by minority woman-owned boutique residential real estate developer Capella Woods. Now, the Ulster County property is on the market for $1,495,000 with Kristen Jock of Upstate Curious.
Being that the original 1800s barn was mostly in ruin, Capella Woods reclaimed what it could of the building’s salvageable materials to masterfully incorporate the past into the present with the construction of Barn Owl.
“We saved the massive hand-hewn beams and the old foundation, which is now part of the outdoor living area, and mimicked the shape and roofline of the old barn,” says founder of Capella Woods Elaine Bell, adding that “maximizing the home’s connection to nature was a key consideration throughout the design process. Large windows and strategically placed glass doors ensure abundant natural light and provide seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces. It was important to create a harmonious relationship with the surrounding landscape.”
The result is a light-filled, nature-focused, three-bedroom, two-bath home in Accord. The interior of Barn Owl includes a lofted space that is connected to the primary suite, where a walk-in closet and beveled tub overlooking the woods are the stars of the show. Down on the home’s first level, two bedrooms and a full bath are perfect for hosting guests, and a large unfinished basement is ideal for storage or has potential for additional living space.
Masterfully designed, the property maximizes its connection to nature with perfectly positioned windows in each room. Outside, an elevated fire pit overlooks an exterior dining area tucked into the original white brick foundation of the 1800s barn, while the remaining space can accommodate a garage or in-ground pool.
Barn Owl is located on the border of Accord and Kerhonkson, so guests and residents of the home will never run out of nature-focused activities in the two popular hamlets in Ulster County. Nearby public land offers space for everything from hiking to biking to skiing, while a visit to town on the weekend calls for shopping at the farm market.
Elaine Bell affirms that “the Catskills and Hudson Valley regions offer a perfect blend of stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and a growing community of people who appreciate thoughtful design and sustainable living. We are drawn to these areas because they provide an opportunity to build homes that not only meet modern living standards but also resonate with the region’s history and natural environment.”
Barn Owl is located at 460 Queens Highway in Accord.
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