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42565 Route 28, Margaretville, NY 12455 (MLS# 20262175)


$799,000
42565 Route 28
Margaretville, NY 12455
MLS# 20262175
1 baths  |  2200 sqft

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Sweeping aerial view showcasing the property's expansive Catskills and riverside setting
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Sweeping aerial view showcasing the property's expansive Catskills and riverside setting Wide-open grounds framed by the rolling mountains and valley views Aerial perspective highlighting the property's rare river frontage and open green space Expansive acreage offering scale, flexibility and future potential Beautiful open landscape with mature trees and mountain backdrop Catskill Valley & Mountain Views Expansive open grounds with the clubhouse set against a scenic mountain backdrop Clubhouse & Restaurant Open lawn area surrounding the clubhouse and restaurant Driving range & Golf Center Outdoor deck space desinged to take in the property's scenic setting Scenic Outdoor Deck Expansive Fairway Views Fairway & Catskills Views Scenic Picnic Area Aeriel view showcasing the property's rare private river frontage East Branch Along the Property Direct access to a prized stretch of the East Branch known for its fishing The East Branch of the Delaware River winding through the property Riverfront setting with opportunities for recreation and gathering spaces Aerial perspective of the illuminated riverside mini-golf course Riverside mini-golf course set against the backdrop of the surrounding Catskills Mini Golf Course Aerial of Mini Golf Course Welcoming entrance and parking area Full Property Overview Rolling Greens & Trees Golf Course Views from Deck Scenic Views of Property Welcoming entrance into the clubhouse and restaurant space Dedicated office area supporting day-to-day operations Indoor seating/dining space with panoromic scenic views Dining Area with Panoramic Views Indoor Dining with Panoramic Views Flexible gathering and dining area designed for events and hospitality use Large interior dining space with direct access to the outdoor decks Rustic bar and lounge area with reclaimed wood finishes Service counter and bar area supporting food and beverage operations Bar Area with Deck Access Bathroom facilities serving the clubhouse and restaurant areas Bar Commercial kitchen infrastructure already in place with fire suppression system Professional kitchen designed to support restaurant and event operations Commercial kitchen and prep space featuring four dedicated wash stations Large commercial kitchen and prep space supporting high-volume operations Equipped Prep Area Newly built studio apartment with open concept living space Utility & Storage Room Bright studio apartment offering flexible accommodation for staff or guests Studio Kitchen & Living Space Floor Plan Clubhouse & Restaurant Floor Plan Studio Apartment Aeriel view highlighting the scale and approximate boundaries of the property Conceptual site plan illustrating development potential (courtesy of Ryall Sheridan Architects)

Property Description
A rare opportunity to acquire and reimagine a 23.38-acre Catskills property with approximately 400 yards of private frontage along the East Branch of the Delaware River - an increasingly scarce combination of land, water access, and existing infrastructure. The river is not simply an amenity here, but a defining feature of the landscape, shaping both the setting and the experience. This is a property with the scale and flexibility to support a destination-driven hospitality concept, integrating recreation, food and beverage, event programming, and lodging in one cohesive setting. What makes this offering uniquely compelling is that the groundwork has already been laid. Over 25 years of ownership, the current operators have developed a fully functioning, multi-revenue property that can be continued, expanded, or repositioned over time. The existing operation includes a 9-hole public golf course (par 29, 1,600 yards, designed by Don Josberger), an 18-hole riverside mini-golf course with full night lighting, and a 275-yard floodlit driving range with 10 mat stations, a grass hitting area, and an adjacent practice green. A gambrel-style clubhouse with overhead doors allows for year-round use of the range and indoor/outdoor flexibility in all weather conditions. The property also features an established BBQ restaurant with two elevated decks overlooking the river and surrounding valley, supporting dine-in service, takeout, and catering. A newly built bar is in place, with a liquor license currently in the works. It is well equipped to host events, including weddings, tournaments, private gatherings, and community functions, with established infrastructure, ample parking, and easy circulation throughout the site. A newly built studio apartment provides accommodation for staff or guests. From here, the possibilities are unusually broad. The land and river frontage lend themselves naturally to cabins, glamping, or other small-scale lodging, while the existing restaurant could be elevated into a more design-forward, day-to-night destination. The river itself offers a natural extension of the guest experience, with opportunities for seating, gathering areas, or a more informal bar setting along the water's edge, as well as access to a prized stretch of the East Branch known for its fishing. The open acreage provides ample space for additional recreational or event-based programming - whether through lawn games, court sports, seasonal offerings, or flexible food and beverage concepts such as pop-ups or visiting operators. There is also potential to introduce technology-enhanced golf or simulator-based experiences, building on the existing range infrastructure. Few properties in the region offer this kind of layered, adaptable setting, with the ability to evolve in stages while maintaining an active business from day one. The location further strengthens the offering. Margaretville and the surrounding area are in a period of steady, thoughtful growth, with an emerging mix of food, beverage, and cultural destinations including Mornings, Rae's, Café Marguerite, Oda's Wine Garden, Long Year Gallery, Union Grove Distillery & Arkville Brewstillery, Folsom Point, and The Print House. Within easy reach of Belleayre Mountain and Plattekill, the area attracts a year-round audience drawn by skiing, hiking, fishing, and a growing local scene. For an experienced operator, hospitality group, or investor, this is an opportunity to step into an established platform and shape its next chapter -whether by refining the current business, expanding the guest experience, or repositioning the property over time. The combination of acreage, river frontage, existing revenue streams, and built infrastructure makes this a property that would be difficult to replicate today. A 3D Walkthrough Tour is available in the digital Lookbook or by request.

Details
Documents
Contract Information
Current Price: $799,000
Original List Price: 799000
List Price: $799,000
Status: Active
Listing Contract Date: 2026-05-07
Property Sub Type: Mixed Use
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name: Hernandez & Matson
Lease Considered YN: No
General Property Information
Number Of Units Total: 1
Bathrooms Total: 1
Living Area: 2200
Accessibility Features YN: Yes
Year Built: 2012
Lot Size Acres: 23.38
Flood Plain YN: Yes
Frontage Length: Approx 219 ft
Land Lease YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Water Body Name: Delaware River
Basement YN: No
Stories Total: 2
Sign On Property YN: Yes
List Price/SqFt: 363.18
Remarks and Miscellaneous
Public Remarks: A rare opportunity to acquire and reimagine a 23.38-acre Catskills property with approximately 400 yards of private frontage along the East Branch of the Delaware River - an increasingly scarce combination of land, water access, and existing infrastructure. The river is not simply an amenity here, but a defining feature of the landscape, shaping both the setting and the experience. This is a property with the scale and flexibility to support a destination-driven hospitality concept, integrating recreation, food and beverage, event programming, and lodging in one cohesive setting. What makes this offering uniquely compelling is that the groundwork has already been laid. Over 25 years of ownership, the current operators have developed a fully functioning, multi-revenue property that can be continued, expanded, or repositioned over time. The existing operation includes a 9-hole public golf course (par 29, 1,600 yards, designed by Don Josberger), an 18-hole riverside mini-golf course with full night lighting, and a 275-yard floodlit driving range with 10 mat stations, a grass hitting area, and an adjacent practice green. A gambrel-style clubhouse with overhead doors allows for year-round use of the range and indoor/outdoor flexibility in all weather conditions. The property also features an established BBQ restaurant with two elevated decks overlooking the river and surrounding valley, supporting dine-in service, takeout, and catering. A newly built bar is in place, with a liquor license currently in the works. It is well equipped to host events, including weddings, tournaments, private gatherings, and community functions, with established infrastructure, ample parking, and easy circulation throughout the site. A newly built studio apartment provides accommodation for staff or guests. From here, the possibilities are unusually broad. The land and river frontage lend themselves naturally to cabins, glamping, or other small-scale lodging, while the existing restaurant could be elevated into a more design-forward, day-to-night destination. The river itself offers a natural extension of the guest experience, with opportunities for seating, gathering areas, or a more informal bar setting along the water's edge, as well as access to a prized stretch of the East Branch known for its fishing. The open acreage provides ample space for additional recreational or event-based programming - whether through lawn games, court sports, seasonal offerings, or flexible food and beverage concepts such as pop-ups or visiting operators. There is also potential to introduce technology-enhanced golf or simulator-based experiences, building on the existing range infrastructure. Few properties in the region offer this kind of layered, adaptable setting, with the ability to evolve in stages while maintaining an active business from day one. The location further strengthens the offering. Margaretville and the surrounding area are in a period of steady, thoughtful growth, with an emerging mix of food, beverage, and cultural destinations including Mornings, Rae's, Café Marguerite, Oda's Wine Garden, Long Year Gallery, Union Grove Distillery & Arkville Brewstillery, Folsom Point, and The Print House. Within easy reach of Belleayre Mountain and Plattekill, the area attracts a year-round audience drawn by skiing, hiking, fishing, and a growing local scene. For an experienced operator, hospitality group, or investor, this is an opportunity to step into an established platform and shape its next chapter -whether by refining the current business, expanding the guest experience, or repositioning the property over time. The combination of acreage, river frontage, existing revenue streams, and built infrastructure makes this a property that would be difficult to replicate today. A 3D Walkthrough Tour is available in the digital Lookbook or by request.
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2026-05-07T12:57:51Z
Major Change Type: New Listing
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-05-07
Book Information
Liber/Book: 946
Page: 54
Section: 284
Frontage Type
Frontage Length: 1200 ft
Land Details
Water Rights YN: Yes
Income and Expenses
Financials Available Y/N: No
Building Features
Number of Overhead Doors: 2
Showing Information
Showing Attended YN: Yes
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 42565
Street Name: Route 28
County: Delaware
State: NY
Zip Code: 12455
Town (Taxable): Middletown
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed
Appliances: Free-Standing Gas Range; Freezer; Ice Maker; Indoor Grill; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Vented Exhaust Fan
Building Features: Overhead Door(s); Elevator(s); High Speed Internet; Includes Deck; Kitchen Facilities; Living Space Available; Public Restroom(s); Signs Owned
Business Type: Food & Beverage; Hospitality; Recreation; Restaurant
Construction Materials: Frame; Steel Siding
Cooling: Ductless
Current Use: Mixed Use; Recreational; See Remarks
Documents Available: Survey
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Exterior Features: Barbecue; Lighting
Flooring: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Vinyl
Frontage Type: River; See Remarks
Heating: Ductless; Electric
Listing Terms: Cash
Location: Freestanding; Rural
Lot Features: Irregular Lot; Level; On Golf Course; Open Lot; Views; See Remarks
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Road Frontage Type: State Road
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Roof: Metal
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Smoke Detector(s); Other
Sewer: Public Sewer
Structure Type: Mixed Use
Utilities: Electricity Connected; Phone Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane
Water Source: Well
Waterfront Features: River Front
Showing Requirements: Appointment Only; Call Listing Agent; Listing Agent Must Accompany
Sale Includes: Equipment; Fixture(s); Furniture; Inventory

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Village Green
Listing Agent: Laura Warren

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.