$1,375,000
$4,538 per acre: total asking price divided by the reported 303 acres. Not an appraisal or a bare-land value.
256 Ryder RdWhitehall, NY 12887
Small farm · MLS 11889352 · Listed 111 days ago (Jul 15, 2026)
Hay and forage · Farm and ranch details
For sale: Listed for sale and available according to the MyStateMLS feed.
About this property
Large acreage waterfront property with a custom log cabin, stunning views, fields, timber, trail network, pond and 1 mile of frontage on the Champlain Canal. Sitting at the end of a dead-end road lies this incredible property. The 2,768 sq.' custom log cabin is perched on a hill overlooking sweeping fields and the mountains beyond to the West with no neighbors in sight. Extending across the front of the house is a massive 12' x 46' deck where you can take in the views. The 5-bedroom, 2.5 bath log cabin features an open concept floor plan and rustic features throughout. The entryway has an inviting built in window seat, plenty of room for coats/boots and a half bath. Cathedral ceilings in the great room with massive windows create an open and bright space while the large stone fireplace adds to the rustic character. The kitchen sits just off the great room with access to the deck. The large first-floor primary suite includes a full bath and walk-in closet. Upstairs there are 4 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The basement has plenty of space for storage and is set up as a game room. A gated entrance provides security to the rest of the property and the 3 barns are suitable for a multitude of uses. The large metal pole barn (24' x 60') has a poured cement floor and is perfect for storing equipment, tractors and ATV's. The larger wooden barn (30' x 32') could easily be converted for horses, cows or other livestock with a frost-free water hydrant present. The property stretches north along the Champlain Canal with nearly 1 mile of water frontage. Perched on the bank of the Canal is a screened in gazebo where you can sit and relax. From the dock you can go fishing, canoeing, kayaking and boating. The Champlain Canal is a 60-mile canal that connects the Hudson River to the south end of Lake Champlain. For those with sturdy sea-legs and a sense of adventure you could can sail from this property all the way to the Atlantic Ocean and all points beyond. It's not uncommon to watch as beautiful boats make their way through the canal. There are 13 separate clover fields which are leased for hay production to a large farm from the area. A trail network runs throughout the property and provides miles and miles of trails for hiking, ATV's or horseback riding. Hunters and outdoorsmen take notice...from fishing in the canal to hunting this property has everything you can ever need for a lifetime of hunting enjoyment. Excellent mast crop from the Oak trees scattered throughout the property provide acorns in good production years. Deer and turkey were witnessed throughout the property while taking photos. Heavily worn, trails, beds, and rubs show consistent use. The terrain on the property is completely level along the canal and western side of the property with elevation rising in the north east corner of the property. The first hilltop reaches an elevation of 280' and extends up to the top of the mountain at a highpoint of 480'. The northeast corner of the property features some very distinct rock outcroppings and fun hiking opportunities for the adventurous. There is roughly 157 acres of timber with a 70/30 mix of hard to softwood consisting of Maple, Red Oak, Cherry, Beach, White Birch, and Ash along with Hemlock and White Pine. There is a considerable amount of marketable timber available on the property. The high volume of maple trees yields maple syrup every year. Wood Creek meanders through the North East corner of the property provided travel south from Fort Ticonderoga for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Stunning beauty, endless recreation opportunities and complete privacy this property has it all. There is an 1800's era farmhouse on the property but it is not habitable. Contact me today for more information or to schedule your own private showing. All showings are by appointment only and potential buyers must proof of funds or pre-approval for confirmation of appointment.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Farm and ranch details
Listing-reported, not independently certified. These details come from the listing's own fields and description. Farms and Ranches has not inspected the property, measured acres, tested soil or water, or reviewed permits. Confirm everything with Michael Fudzinski of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (NY) and the right professionals.
| Listed here as | Small farmSmall farms and farmsteads: A home whose listing reports agricultural use or facilities, such as pasture, a barn, a stable or livestock. A house on acreage alone does not qualify. |
|---|---|
| Why it qualifies | Agricultural use reported in the listing · How listings qualify |
| Reported use | Hay and forage |
| Total acreage | 303 acres (as reported) |
| Reported land breakdown |
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| Home included | Yes, a home is reported |
Reported buildings, water and land features
- Workshop or outbuilding (listing structures field)
- Barn (listing structures field)
- Well (listing water source field)The listing reports a well. It says nothing about yield, water quality, permits or water rights; test the water and ask the state water agency.
- Hay ground (listing description)
- Pond (listing description)A pond is reported in the description. It does not establish a water right, and ponds can be seasonal.
- Creek or spring (listing description)
- Timber or woods (listing description)
- Road frontage mentioned (listing description)
Utilities reported: Septic system. Capacity, condition and permits are not reported.
Not reported here and never inferred: yields, income, stocking rates or carrying capacity, water rights, transferable permits, organic certification, equipment or livestock included in the sale, and whether a building can be used or a site built on. Report a wrong classification.
Facts
- List price
- $1,375,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Homes, condos and townhomes
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full baths
- 2
- Half baths
- 1
- Interior area
- 2,768 sq ft
- Lot size
- 303 acres
- Year built
- 1986
- County
- Washington County
- MLS number
- 11889352
- Annual property tax
- $7,828
Facts are reported by the listing brokerage. Items not listed were not provided; that does not mean the property lacks them.
Features
Interior
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Entrance Foyer
- Master Downstairs
Appliances
- Washer
- Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
Flooring
- Stone
- Hardwood
- Carpet
Basement
- Unfinished
Heating
- Baseboard
- Wood
- Electric
Parking
- Driveway
Construction
- Log Siding
Water
- Well
Sewer
- Septic Tank
Location
The pin is the listing's reported coordinates and may be approximate. It is not a parcel boundary, and no soil, flood, wetland or access conclusion should be drawn from it. See more listings in Whitehall.
Price and status history
Changes observed by Farms and Ranches in MyStateMLS data since Oct 30, 2026. This is not a public-record sales history; MyStateMLS does not publish sold prices.
Buyer checklist
Questions worth investigating for any farm or ranch purchase. They are not claims that this property has a problem or meets any condition.
- Legal accessIs there deeded or recorded access to a public road, and are there easements across the land (or that the land relies on)?
- Water rights and wellsA well, pond, creek or irrigation system does not by itself establish a legal right to use the water. Ask for the water right, permit or registration documents and test the well.
- Leases and tenanciesAre there farm, grazing, hunting, CRP, oil and gas or wind leases? Some survive a sale or require notice before they end.
- Soil and usable landHow many acres can actually be cropped or grazed? Check the NRCS soil survey and get a current lab soil test for the use you plan.
- RestrictionsZoning, conservation easements, deed restrictions, HOA rules, floodplain and wetland rules can limit what you can do.
- Building conditionBarns, fences, wells and septic systems need inspection; a listed building may not suit a commercial or livestock use.
- UtilitiesPower, water, septic capacity, internet and road maintenance: who provides them and at what cost.
- What is included in the saleEquipment, growing crops, stored hay, livestock, irrigation equipment, permits and farm program contracts are often separate. Get it in writing.
Explore this area's farming resources
Regional guidance for Washington County, NY. It describes the area, not this property: it does not say this land suits any crop or use.
- Regional overview and local referrals for Washington County
- Cornell Cooperative Extension (county offices and local specialists)
- Cornell Soil Health Laboratory (soil testing) · other soil testing options
- NRCS Web Soil Survey (mapped soils; a map is not a soil test)
- All farm resources for New York
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of WHITETAIL PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE LLC (NY). Listing agent: Michael Fudzinski. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing last updated by the brokerage Jul 29, 2026, 3:20 PM UTC. Farms and Ranches last received MyStateMLS data Nov 3, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify all details with the listing agent.