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Barns found in the Hudson Valley

Real Estate Broker/Owner with JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 10491201242

November 30, 2007 09:18 AM

Hudson Valley NY Barns

Barns have always fascinated me. Even the ones in poor condition prove to be good photograhic subjects.

Over the years I have noticed that many of my clients have a barn on their wish list for their country home - Some, because coming to the country is an opportunity for downtime and likely the chance to pursue hobbies such as painting or sculpting - Others want the barn to house their horses so that whenever possible they can enjoy some horseback riding.

I have several friends who also enjoy taking pictures of barns and one who paints the barns from these photographs.

Because this area was once a prime agricultural area you will find many types of barns. These barns are used for many purposes.

Some of the usages for barns in the Hudson Valley are:

Conversion to a bed and breakfast,
Artist Studio
Dance Studio
Dairy
Music Studio
Winery
Store
Hay Loft
Classic Car Storage
Home Office
Living space

Sit back and enjoy the tour!

Example of a Dairy Barn

Converted to a Garage

A working Dairy Farm

Barn converted to living space and rink

Dairy Barn converted to shop and winery

Uniquely colored Barn

small Barn

Old Barn

Working Diary Barn

Barn converted to living space

Jennifer Fivelsdal - JFIVE HOMES REALTY LLC - 845-758-6842- jennifer@jfivehomes.com

www.jfivehomes.com or www.midhudsonhomevalue.com

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Jennifer Fivelsdal

JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY

Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Monika - Glad you enjoyed the photos.

Rosario - Yes, that weathered look is so appealing.

Nov 30, 2007 12:02 PM

George Souto

George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT

Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Jennifer, even though I live very close to our downtown area, it is amazing how many barns are around me. Most of them are used as barns, but I am starting to notice some of the other uses for them that you wrote about.

Nov 30, 2007 12:26 PM

Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist

Kingsbridge Realty, Inc - Hubert, NC

Jennifer,
Great photos. It is good to see so many being restored and used, unfortunately many beautiful barns have been destroyed. There were some beautiful old log tobacco barns on my great grandparents farm that have been torn down. What a shame and loss of history.

Nov 30, 2007 10:33 PM

DDR Realty

DDR Realty - Newburgh, NY

Orange County NY

It's refreshing to know some owners decide to keep the barns and convert them for different use.

Dec 01, 2007 01:20 AM

Birmingham Alabama Real Estate, Stephen Wolfe

LivingInBirmingham.com - Birmingham, AL

Jennifer, I am fascinated by them too. I think there is something about them that screams Americana and reminds us of a time when life was simpler and hard work was core. It is good to seem them still being put to good use.

Dec 01, 2007 06:44 AM

Kimberly Grant

Exit Leon Crawford Realty - Huntsville, AL

Real Estate Agent - Huntsville Alabama

Jennifer, we have barns here too. I just love to see barns because it always seems like they are postcard-like scenes. Those are fabulous pictures... looks like Alabama!

Dec 01, 2007 06:52 AM

Laura Cerrano

Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY

Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Jennifer, I LOVE your pictures! For some reason I am facinated with Barns, I only remember ONE here on Long Island when I was growing up which is long gone. My daughter would be thrilled with a home and a small barn for her own "art studio." Great shots, thank you.

Dec 01, 2007 10:55 AM

Sharon Simms

Coastal Properties Group International - Christie's International - Saint Petersburg, FL

St. Petersburg FL - CRS CIPS CLHMS RSPS

Jennifer - brings back memories. Your building photos (barn photos) would be a great addition to the Architecture, Buildings and Dings group - will you post your post there as well?

Dec 01, 2007 02:25 PM

Kai Lani

RE/MAX Kai Lani - Kailua, HI

RE/MAX

Hi Jennifer, Thanks for reminding me that such things exist! Here in Hawaii, there just aren't hardly any at all. In fact, I can't think of even one! Bummers! Enjoy your day -- and the barns around you. Jerry

Dec 02, 2007 04:10 AM

ASHEVILLE REALTY REFERRAL RESOURCE 828-776-0779

REAL ESTATE REFERRAL NETWORK - Asheville, NC

CONTACT janeAnne365@gmail.com

Jennifer~

man-oh-man-oh MAN! do I ever love this post!! I love the photos...and especially I love how you show us possibilities...you made my week....and it hasn't even started yet. THX!

Dec 02, 2007 04:48 AM

Kate Elim

Dockside Realty - Spotsylvania, VA

Realtor 540-226-1964, Selling Homes & Land a

Jennifer...thanks for sharing these photos. They are great. We have some barns out my way also. I love them and have taken photos of them also. Unfortunately we are losing some from disrepair, especially when we get some ice or snow storms.

Cheers, Kathleen

Dec 02, 2007 12:24 PM

Jennifer Fivelsdal

JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY

Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

George - There are so many uses for barns especially because of the available space.

Cynthia - So many have regretted tearing down old buildings instead of restoring them.

Derrick - I think preservation is the way to go.

Steven - I know exactly what you mean. And as can be seen from the picture with some imagination there are many possibilities.

Dec 02, 2007 03:46 PM

Jennifer Fivelsdal

JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY

Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Kimberly - You are right, many of them have that post card feel to them. Please share some of the barns you encounter.

Carol -Glad you appreciate the the picture. Send your daughter this way and I could probably get her a barn.

Sharon - I am glad this brought back memories for you. It was my pleasure to post this to the group. Thank you for asking.

Dec 02, 2007 03:52 PM

Jennifer Fivelsdal

JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY

Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Jerry - Glad you enjoyed the shots. On a Tropical island I wouldn't expect to see many or even any.

JaneAnne - I am glad the post accomplished my mission, this was intended to be a happy visual post.

Kathleen - Glad you enjoyed the shots. I have seen some barns in bad shaped get restored, I hope that can happen in your area

Dec 02, 2007 04:00 PM

Ray Saenz

Exit Realty Laredo - Laredo, TX

Homes for Sale in Laredo, TX - Texas, Realtor

Jennifer,

i do not know about you, but if I had the chance to get a barn as an extra , it would be awesome, with some animals, etc, like it will transports me to other world this :) good photos taken :)

Ray Saenz

Dec 02, 2007 04:12 PM

Kai Lani

RE/MAX Kai Lani - Kailua, HI

RE/MAX

Jennifer, Guess the shots just reminded me that there are things one doesn't think of over here, but when one does, it's not hard to get a little homesick. When that happens, I simply go to a beach! Take a look at this! Jerry

Ocean in the Evening

Dec 02, 2007 05:46 PM

Debbie Creech

ERA Team IV Homes - Poughkeepsie, NY

Jennifer,

Thanks for sharing your photos. I am surprised that you were able to find so many barns in Dutchess County. I remember when this was truly farm country...saddens me a little to see that there are very few farms left.

Dec 03, 2007 02:14 AM

Robert Monk

100% Realty, Inc. - Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Florida Real Estate

Jennifer, your barn pictures are just magnificent! Thanks.

Dec 12, 2007 02:55 AM

Mehmet Met Dilsiz

FND Photography / M2 Real Estate Solutions - Midvale, UT

Jennifer,

you have a lovely collection of the barns... I love the barn pictures. Mostly they are the only building within their surrounding and they make amazing and dramatic pictures, especially around the sunset and/or sunrise...

Dec 12, 2007 08:58 AM

Sharon Simms

Coastal Properties Group International - Christie's International - Saint Petersburg, FL

St. Petersburg FL - CRS CIPS CLHMS RSPS

Jennifer - Great photos - thanks for sharing them with the group.

Barns, like lofts, aren't for everyone as a place to live, but everyone seems to enjoy seeing them.

Dec 12, 2007 12:41 PM