Overview
Welcome to a rare and exciting investment opportunity in the heart of the northern Catskill Mountains — the historic site of the former Catskill Craftsmen manufacturing facility, proudly located in the picturesque Village of Stamford.Spanning two surveyed parcels totaling 11.3+/-; acres, this exceptional commercial property offers around 90, 000 sq ft of existing building space, with village water & sewer in place. Whether you’re an investor, developer, or visionary entrepreneur, the possibilities here are truly endless.Originally home to one of the largest butcher block manufacturers in the U.S. dating back to the 1940s, this property boasts a mix of structures, including a modern insulated warehouse built in 2010, measuring approx. 176’ x 64’ with two loading docks. Other buildings on site offer expansive former manufacturing, storage, & packaging areas, office & conference spaces, restrooms, & cafeteria, complete with sprinkler system & ample parking space. This is a prime site for a new housing development, multi-use campus, light industrial, microbrewery or even lodging & hospitality ventures with an excellent location approximately half an hour to I-88 and with proximity to Albany, Binghamton, & Oneonta. With the Catskills continuing to surge in popularity, and a rising demand for housing, workspace, & recreation-focused destinations, this property is your canvas with a mostly level topography that supports ease of development, and a layout that allows for multiple points of entry & exit. The blend of open space & existing infrastructure provides flexibility for phased development or multi-use planning. The property’s adjacency to the Catskill Scenic recreational trails adds potential for tourism-focused projects, while its setting in a vibrant village with amenities like a grocery store, pharmacy, gas stations, restaurants and year-round activity make it ideal for attracting both residents and visitors. The expansive footprint and varied building types offer opportunities for adaptive reuse, from artisan manufacturing to wellness retreats or live-work communities. The property also includes a small home, adding even more flexibility to this incredible opportunity.