Erica Keberle
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erica@anatolehouse.com
Robin Jones
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robin@anatolehouse.com
In 2008, Zach Mortensen and Stevie Remsberg collaborated with renowned architect Ralph Rapson through prefab designer Nathan Wieler to adapt Rapson's iconic Greenbelt design for their woodland property. At 93, Rapson contributed his expertise before passing away during the project. He had gained fame in modern architecture when selected at age 31 for the groundbreaking Case Study Houses Program in 1945. His innovative 1,800-square-foot design featured his signature "Greenbelt" concept—a glass-roofed interior courtyard dividing the house into two wings—bringing nature directly into the living space "on a scale that would do justice to nature." See the brochure for the full house history, architectural influences and design elements.
The House Tour. The house presents as both modern and minimal while remaining creative and playful.
An all-glass breezeway serves as the entry point. To the left lies the open plan living space, featuring an extensive kitchen, dining and living areas. The living room, anchored by a wood stove, is flooded with golden afternoon light thanks to its crown jewel—a coveted wall of windows leading to an expansive sun deck, outdoor dining and fire pit. Three colorful doors off the living room provide access to a shared full bathroom (with a charming outdoor shower accessible through a second door) and two guest bedrooms.
To the right of the breezeway is the primary suite—featuring a bedroom, charming en suite bathroom, private living room with its own deck, and a large dressing area currently used as a ceramic studio. The breezeway also houses an extensive mudroom, storage, and a laundry closet.
The lower level contains the fourth guest bedroom, an attractive full bathroom, a large workspace/exercise room, and a tidy utility room. For those needing additional space, the property offers two garages and an extensive second basement perfect for creative endeavors, home projects, or storage.
The Grounds. A short drive through the woods leads you to this modern refuge in a natural environment.
In addition to the sun decks, outdoor dining and fire pit, the immediate grounds also feature a raised bed garden, playground and woods to explore.
For further adventuring, Straylight is part of the Black Forest Club, a sought after private community offering residents exclusive access to 1,100 acres of mapped hiking trails, swimming holes, stunning ravines, fishing, and four-season fun.
The Area. Straylight offers seclusion while remaining close to conveniences and adventures throughout Sullivan County Catskills and the Upper Delaware River Valley. It's just minutes from the Kadampa Meditation Center, Homestead School, and Circle Park; 10 minutes to Barryville or Eldred for groceries, farmers markets, coffee, dining, and river rafting; and less than 15 minutes from the renowned Forestburgh Playhouse and kayaking on the Rio Reservoir. Main Street Narrowsburg is only 30 minutes away, while Port Jervis—with amenities and train service to Penn Station—is a 20-minute drive over the scenic Hawk's Nest. Escape to—and enjoy—this retreat just 2 hours by car from New York City.
Meet Straylight, an architect-designed retreat steeped in modernist history. The setting is six dreamy acres nestled into the forests and rivers of the Black Forest Club's private 2,000 acre park, and only 80 miles to New York City.
Erica Keberle
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erica@anatolehouse.com
Robin Jones
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robin@anatolehouse.com
In 2008, Zach Mortensen and Stevie Remsberg collaborated with renowned architect Ralph Rapson through prefab designer Nathan Wieler to adapt Rapson's iconic Greenbelt design for their woodland property. At 93, Rapson contributed his expertise before passing away during the project. He had gained fame in modern architecture when selected at age 31 for the groundbreaking Case Study Houses Program in 1945. His innovative 1,800-square-foot design featured his signature "Greenbelt" concept—a glass-roofed interior courtyard dividing the house into two wings—bringing nature directly into the living space "on a scale that would do justice to nature." See the brochure for the full house history, architectural influences and design elements.
The Grounds. A short drive through the woods leads you to this modern refuge in a natural environment.
In addition to the sun decks, outdoor dining and fire pit, the immediate grounds also feature a raised bed garden, playground and woods to explore.
For further adventuring, Straylight is part of the Black Forest Club, a sought after private community offering residents exclusive access to 1,100 acres of mapped hiking trails, swimming holes, stunning ravines, fishing, and four-season fun.
The Area. Straylight offers seclusion while remaining close to conveniences and adventures throughout Sullivan County Catskills and the Upper Delaware River Valley. It's just minutes from the Kadampa Meditation Center, Homestead School, and Circle Park; 10 minutes to Barryville or Eldred for groceries, farmers markets, coffee, dining, and river rafting; and less than 15 minutes from the renowned Forestburgh Playhouse and kayaking on the Rio Reservoir. Main Street Narrowsburg is only 30 minutes away, while Port Jervis—with amenities and train service to Penn Station—is a 20-minute drive over the scenic Hawk's Nest. Escape to—and enjoy—this retreat just 2 hours by car from New York City.
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