Perched on a wooded landing overlooking the sparkling waters of Pleasure Lake, this custom-built lakefront home delivers refined elegance, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and true private-lake ownership less than two hours from Manhattan. A sweeping gated driveway curves past a signature heart-shaped hedge to reveal the home. Inside, oversized windows and glass doors frame ever-changing lake views from every room. The sun-drenched chef’s kitchen features rich cherry cabinetry, premium stainless appliances (including an instant boiling water dispenser), a large island, and breakfast bar that opens to the barreled dining room and soaring living space with gas fireplace. Floor-to-ceiling windows and multiple sliders lead to a wraparound deck perfect for sunset watching, entertaining, and alfresco dining.
The primary suite is a private retreat with lake-facing windows, direct deck access, and a spa-like bath with jetted tub and separate shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms each have private en-suite baths. Thoughtful amenities include a fully integrated stereo system, security and intercom, equipped gym, temperature-controlled wine cellar, radiant heat throughout, and a bright laundry room.
Outside, enjoy your private grounds: lounge by the fire pit, rinse off in the heated outdoor shower after a swim, or stroll to your own dock and slip into the calm, protected waters. Pleasure Lake is a member-owned club founded in 1904 with a strict cap of 100 memberships, no short-term rentals, and motorboat restrictions that keep the lake quiet, clean, and peaceful. Roads are maintained year-round and the lake is patrolled daily. This four-season escape offers the rare chance to own one of the finest homes on Pleasure Lake, where every day feels like a permanent vacation.
For sale
Price cut: $50K (5/5)
$1,099,000
16 Deforest Drive, South Fallsburg, NY 12779
3beds
3,520sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2003
2.57 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$312/sqft
$273/mo HOA
What's special
Custom-built lakefront homeEquipped gymHeated outdoor showerBright laundry roomPremium stainless appliancesFully integrated stereo systemRadiant heat throughout
- 74 days |
- 690 |
- 34 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Boller Properties 212-791-9833,
Owen Boller 914-893-4994
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 856617
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Indirect Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Multiple Locations
Features
- First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Blinds, Oversized Windows, Screens, Wall of Windows
- Basement: Finished,Full,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,800
- Total interior livable area: 3,520 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, Trees/Woods, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Water
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Waterfront
- Frontage length: 248
Lot
- Size: 2.57 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Near School, Paved, Private, Restrictions, Views
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 482889.060.0000001039.009/0000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Generator, Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Batts Insulation, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Trash Collection Private, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Video Cameras
- Subdivision: Pleasure Lake
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $273 monthly
Location
- Region: South Fallsburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $312/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $717,000
- Annual tax amount: $15,360
- Date on market: 4/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 75 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Price change | $1,099,000-4.4%$312/sqft |
Source:  OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #856617 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,149,000+48.3%$326/sqft |
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #856617 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2018 | Sold | $775,000-8.7%$220/sqft |
Source:  HVCRMLS #20181099 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2018 | Pending sale | $849,000$241/sqft |
Source: Country House Realty, Inc. #20181099 Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2017 | Listed for sale | $849,000$241/sqft |
Source: Country House Realty, Inc. #47496 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2017 | $14,480 | $190,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $190,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $190,000 -15.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $225,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $225,000 -10% |
| 2004 | -- | $250,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $250,000 +1868.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $12,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $12,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $12,700 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12779
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Benjamin Cosor Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.5 mi
- 2/10Fallsburg Junior Senior High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Benjamin Cosor Elementary School
- Middle: Fallsburg Junior-Senior High School
- High: Fallsburg Junior-Senior High School
Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 12779
- 16 Deforest Drive
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