Legendary Catskills Estate Built for Iconic Stage Actress Maude Adams Is On The Market

A stunning, legendary Catskills estate, designed and built for the iconic stage actress Maude Adams, is listed for sale. This unique treasure will having you clicking through each room to take in the splendor of life at “Caddam Hill.” Located at 863 County Road 25 in Tannersville, NY, this beautiful and historic property has captivated enthusiasts of theatre and architecture alike and represents a unique opportunity to own a piece of New York’s history. It is both an impressive home and a perfectly preserved embodiment of the creative spirit that seeded the Catskills region to grow into what it has become today – a haven for creativity in nature’s embrace.

863 County Road 25 | Tannersville, NY | $3,450,000
See the full listing HERE | Private tours for interested parties are available by appointment.
Contact Listing Agents: Sharon Knudsen (518-929-5413 cell) and Nadine Bechle (518-817-3977 cell)

Maude Adams is no longer a household name, but in the early 1900s she was a legend – the highest paid actress of her time. She was most celebrated during her life for her on-stage portrayal of Peter Pan in the early 20th century, but she was also a lauded producer, theatrical designer, and scientist who in collaboration with General Electric invented new electrical lighting technologies that were used both on-stage and off.

Her Catskills home at 863 County Road 25 in Tannersville, NY was designed by renowned architect George Reid and built for Adams who christened it “Caddam Hill.” The house was once part of the storied Onteora Club, the original Catskills artists’ retreat which, according to one of its founders Frank Thurber, “grew by an accident of friendship, the human instinct for congenial companionship, the desire to draw people whom we loved into an almost unknown realm of beauty. . . . where we could build a camp or cabin and live the wild life for a little space.” Maude Adams was a member of their club, pioneering the spirit of creativity inspired by nature that still characterizes the Catskills region today.

A ride up the magical drive to Caddam Hill is transport to the Golden Age of the Catskills. The estate has 31 acres, which are comprised of majestic mountain views, a trail system, a spring-fed pond, and sparkling streams. The acreage connects to the Mountain Top Arboretum (156 acres of protected land), the Hunter Foundation (136 acres), and the Onteora Club where Adams once mounted theatricals with friends. Enter the stunning great room anchored by a stone fireplace where original dark woodwork and beams contrast gleaming oak floors and antique windows frame spectacular mountain views. Breathtaking sunsets can be enjoyed from every room on the south side of the house and from the expansive wrap-around deck. With six bedrooms, 5 baths, and 8,500 square feet, standout spaces include a well-appointed chef’s kitchen, billiards room, media room, gym, a cozy bar, and an expansive, elegant primary suite with a fireplace.

Caddam Hill is convenient to the many attractions in the vibrant 4-season Catskills community: Kaaterskill Falls, Twilight Park, Hunter Mountain Ski Resort, the trails of Catskill Park, Colonial Country Club, Colgate Lake, performing arts venues, restaurants (it’s a mere 0.2 miles to The Deer Mountain Inn), and the charming Village of Tannersville.

Caddam Hill is offered at $3,450,000 and is available through Coldwell Banker Village Realty in Windham, NY, listed by Real Estate Salespeople Sharon Knudsen (518-929-5413 cell) and Nadine Bechle (518-817-3977 cell). A 3D Tour of the property is available HERE.

See the full listing HERE | Private tours for interested parties are available by appointment.