50 Mountainview Rd, Wawarsing, NY 12428

This storied property on top of Mount Meenahga has incomparable views of the valley and mountains beyond. Over 1745 feet above sea level and consisting of a spacious home and lovely cottage on 15 acres. It is safe to say that there is no other property in the county with such stunning views. Named Meenahga by a nineteenth century owner, it is adopted from a line from the Song of Hiawatha by Longfellow whereby meenahga meant blueberry. The location of the present house was once part of a 600 acre resort that opened in 1882 for its first season. the old carriage roads and trails still surround the property. Eventually, the old resort gave way to the Mount Cathalia Ski Center which operated for 17 years. It's owner named it after Cathay, the ancient name for China. The home has 3336 square feet with a soaring ceiling in the living room featuring a floor to ceiling brick chimney. There is a fireplace in the Master bedroom and in the charming den. The open concept easily lends itself to entertaining with the kitchen, dining and living room melded together and open to the large deck overlooking the view. The charming and inviting den off the living room has a sleek dark green marble fireplace.