What do the movies ‘Bones and All’, ‘Pacified’ and ‘Joe’ have in common? They’re all drama films, but the other fact tying them together is they all were helmed by the same producer: Lisa Muskat. For cinephiles interested in where filmmakers hang their hats, Muskat’s calming Catskills estate, which spans 32 acres, is currently on the market priced at $1,975,000.
Known for its hill-filled scenery and year-round activities, the Catskills have long been a getaway for NYC city dwellers to get some fresh air. In fact, the area is the famous setting for Dirty Dancing. So, Muskat had the right idea when it came to buying a place up north along the Hudson. Stylish and well-curated, but not at all fussy, her circa-1920 home is a single-story abode that maintains its historic charm and sense of place while gleaming with chic finishes.
While the home’s current owner is a notable name, it’s had other talented occupants, too. It was built for British author Alleyne Ireland, famous for his writings of his travels in the British island colonies and for serving as the private secretary to Joseph Pulitzer. Ireland’s travels and his close relationship to Frank Lloyd Wright inspired the home’s design, though it has been completely taken down to the studs and renovated since then. Stephen Shadley, an AD100 designer of celebrity homes, discovered the historic treasure in ruins in the early ’90s. Thankfully, he painstakingly restored it in 2005 to bring it to its current state.
For a frequent host, the updated kitchen and accompanying living spaces are ideal. Top-of-the-line appliances and gorgeous windows offer mountain range views, while a 10-person dining table can fit everyone for an evening soiree. The other public spaces are just as dreamy and the moody tones inside complement the peaceful allure outside.
There are a total of three bedrooms and three bathrooms across the 2,700-square-foot home, all outfitted in the same designer vibe. One bedroom opens out onto a screened-in porch, perfect for absorbing summer-meets-fall days.
An offer for the property has been accepted, but it is still being shown. So, you can still hurry and schedule a viewing with Marina Schindler of Compass.
