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Anatole House is a leading boutique brokerage founded by real estate broker, architecture enthusiast and aspiring climate advocate, Robin Jones. Our brand is known for the selection and presentation of undeniably beautiful second homes and co-primary homes.

Our clients desire a return to nature, design-forward living, headspace and often dabble in arts and hospitality. Catskill Mountain Houses (now Anatole House) has been featured in The New York Times, Curbed NY and Escape Brooklyn. We are based in the Catskills, Hudson Valley and Delaware River Valley regions of Upstate New York.

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19 Conklin Hill Rd, Livingston Manor, NY

224 Fair St, Suite 1, Kingston, NY
(845) 943-4177

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Robin Jones

Broker, Owner

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Robin Jones is the licensed New York real estate broker and owner of Anatole House. Member in good standing of the Sullivan County Board of REALTORS® and the Ulster County Board of REALTORS®. Active member of the Livingston Manor Chamber of Commerce. Active member of NAR's GREEN REsource Council.

In 2015, Robin moved upstate for a brief break from the bustling streets of New York City, and never moved back. Her path intertwined with the region's go-to boutique hospitality company, Red Cottage Inc., where she assumed the role of Managing Director for a five-year tenure. Her architectural curiosity and love of design led her to become a licensed real estate agent and eventually forge her own path as a broker, resulting in the creation of Catskill Mountain Houses, which has since evolved in Anatole House.

Drawing upon her extensive background in international relief and development, Robin imparts a refreshing human touch to the real estate market. Her ethos revolves around principles deeply rooted in trust, discretion and diligence. Having experienced the contrasting landscapes of both a rural Midwest upbringing and the urban tapestry of New York City, she possesses a rare ability to seamlessly navigate between these diverse realms, making her an ideal advisor for clients seeking to strike the perfect balance.

When not immersed in all things real estate, Robin may (or may not) be found at secret swimming holes and telling stories around crackling fire pits. Her wanderlust knows no bounds, as she eagerly hits the road in upstate New York and beyond, in search of captivating regions to uncover and explore.

Arlena Armstrong-Petock

Agent

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Arlena Armstrong-Petock is a licensed New York real estate salesperson, and a member in good standing of the Ulster County Board of REALTORS®.

Arlena first fell in love with the Catskills while renting a house in Kerhonkson with her husband and pup. It was mid-October, peak foliage, and their host gave them a laundry list of places to check out (Westwind Orchard, Arrowood Farms, Kingston Stockade District, Minnewaska Trails, Peekamoose Blue Hole, etc). When packing up their rental after the long weekend, their host’s children pulled some carrots out of their garden and said to them, “Look! We just harvested a snack!” And they thought to themselves, “Wow. These people are doing it right!”

After a year-long journey of finding the perfect weekend home, Arlena settled in Catskills; and in 2020, she made the move from weekender to full-time Hudson Valley resident. Having originally been a New York City buyer looking for a weekend escape, she deeply understands her clients’ style and needs. She promises a personal, thoughtful, and professional experience.

When Arlena isn’t working with clients, she can be found doing DIY renovations, foraging for mushrooms, gardening, taking yoga classes, or working on freelance fashion work.

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Jill Borenstein

Agent

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Jill Borenstein is a licensed New York real estate salesperson, and member in good standing of the Sullivan County Board of REALTORS®.

For over a decade, Jill found solace and inspiration amidst the landscapes of the Catskills. It was during this time that she acquired a piece of land in Sullivan County, constructing an enchanting off-grid tiny cabin as a weekend getaway. Jill eventually bid farewell to her former hospitality work on eastern Long Island, in exchange for upstate life. And in 2020, she embraced this new chapter, building a full-time residence on the same idyllic property.

As a self-starter with a keen understanding of operations management, Jill seamlessly transitioned into the realm of real estate. Her hands-on experience in constructing both her weekend and full-time homes provides her with a unique vantage point, lending solid insights into the often complicated process of property development.

When not hitting the road with clients, Jill is guided by an adventurous spirit, fly fishing, hiking and discovering new eateries around the Catskills.

Megan "MJ" Collum

Agent

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Megan "MJ" Collum is a licensed New York real estate salesperson, and member in good standing with the Ulster County Board of REALTORS®.

MJ's real estate experience spans more than two decades, during which she's been a buyer, seller, landlord, renovator, short-term rental host––and since 2017, a licensed sales agent. MJ has also worked for private equity developers and commercial real estate brokers for many years in NYC, resulting in a keen knowledge of both residential and commercial sales and investments.

MJ's experience, along with her degree in marketing and communications, make her a valuable advisor in any real estate transaction. By crunching the numbers, MJ gives clients data-driven advice, and helps them tailor winning strategies in an ever-changing market.

Based out of our Kingston office, MJ is ideally positioned to assist buyers and sellers from New Paltz to Woodstock, and Rhinebeck to Hudson. MJ has earned a Top Producer recognition perennially since 2020—and has sold more than $68M in total transactions.

When MJ isn't staging listings or battling bidding wars, you'll find her out and about at local happenings, or working on renovations at home with her spouse.

Hannah Crisafulli

Operations Coordinator, Agent

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Hannah Crisafulli is a licensed New York real estate salesperson.

Hannah made her move to upstate New York in 2019, trading in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains for the dreamy Hudson Valley. Immersing herself in Ulster County's vibrant nonprofit scene, she found herself engaged with various arts and education organizations in the heart of Kingston. Amidst this environment, she spearheaded large-scale media projects, ran summer photography intensives and showcased her artwork in local galleries.

With a background in photography, Hannah infuses an artistic flair into every facet of her career. Seamlessly blending her media expertise with a passion for the Hudson Valley, she began working as a real estate assistant and transaction coordinator. Having gotten started in real estate marketing, staging, transaction coordination and client management, she became a licensed salesperson, making her a dynamic asset to the Anatole House team.

Based out of our Kingston office, Hannah is strategically positioned to facilitate showings, inspections, and closings across Ulster, Greene, Columbia, Dutchess, and Sullivan County. Her goal? To simplify your buying or selling journey by connecting you with an Anatole House agent tailored to your needs while streamlining the entire transaction process.

When she's not busy engaging with clients or picturing the untapped potential of homes, you can find Hannah scouring consignment shops, enjoying local events and hunting down the best glass of natural wine in the Hudson Valley.

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Paul Heintz

Agent

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Paul Heintz is a licensed New York real estate salesperson, and member in good standing of the Ulster County Board of REALTORS®.

Paul’s interior design career spans over 14 years, with residential projects dotted throughout the Southern California and Hudson Valley region. His favorite part of the job is getting to know each client and their background and he finds that design is most fulfilling when he's able to interpret experiences from a client’s past in an artistic way. He brings this same level of care, collaboration and thoughtfulness into the field of real estate. His understanding of construction and architecture further allows him to educate his clients about the various parts of a home and bring to light unforeseen potential.

With thoughtfulness and deliberation, he has taken the knowledge and expertise gained from years of working with developers and applied it to his personal projects. Paul and his wife have bought and sold several properties of their own and through that have gained experience and knowledge that is an asset when assisting clients with real estate transactions.

In his free time Paul enjoys sketching, reading and spending time with his wife and daughter outdoors.

Erica Keberle

Agent

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Erica Keberle is a licensed New York real estate salesperson, and member in good standing of the Sullivan County Board of REALTORS®.

Erica's New York journey began with moving to New York City in 2001. By 2011, she had discovered a hidden sanctuary in Sullivan County. What began as a weekend escape and part-time retreat evolved into a full-time residence in 2021, allowing Erica to cultivate a balance between her cosmopolitan inclinations and her profound connection to the natural world.

With a master's degree in environmental policy from Columbia University, Erica's remarkable career spans nearly a decade in influential roles within the heart of New York City's government, followed by an impressive five-year tenure in the fiercely competitive real estate market of Brooklyn.

Erica specializes in the art of home staging and crafting high-level presentation and marketing strategies tailored to each unique property. Drawing upon her extensive experience as a legislative negotiator, landlord, investor and relentless renovator, Erica possesses a wealth of invaluable insights and instincts that guide, prepare and advise her clientele. Her discerning design eye, coupled with a passion for history and community, has resulted in the successful completion of over a dozen remarkable homes to date.

When Erica isn't transforming houses, she can most often be found on horseback and other equestrian pursuits.

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