658 Briggs Highway, Ellenville, NY 12428

Newly Completed Modern Passive House-Designed Home Near Minnewaska and the Shawangunk RidgeBrand-new, move-in ready, and designed for exceptional living. Welcome to 658 Briggs Highway in Ellenville, NY, where contemporary architecture, outstanding energy performance, and thoughtful design meet on 1.25 wooded acres at the base of the Shawangunk Ridge. This newly completed three-bedroom, two-bath, single-level home offers modern Hudson Valley living at its finest.Nestled among mature white pines, the homes low-profile architecture feels connected to its surroundings. Inside, a vaulted living and kitchen area opens to the landscape through expansive triple-pane windows, including an oversized tilt-and-slide window. European Oak Woodura flooring, responsibly sourced from FSC-certified forests, brings warmth to the interiors, while recessed LED lighting, globe pendants, and smart dimmers create an inviting atmosphere. Private decks frame the woodland and protected ledge views.The kitchen pairs clean modern lines with exceptional materials. Silver Paradiso granite countertops complement Tafisa Perfect Matte cabinetry, while a deep Kraus stainless-steel workstation sink adds functionality. A 36-inch ZLINE Paramount induction range with convection oven, Samsung Bespoke refrigerator, Samsung Smart dishwasher, and Victory Jupiter range hood complete a kitchen designed for cooking and entertaining.The bathrooms feature floating wood vanities, Duravit wall-mounted toilets, Italian polished-chrome fixtures by Remer, Era slate porcelain floor tile, and Kai mosaic wall tile. Hand showers and thermostatic controls in the primary bathroom add comfort.Behind the beautiful finishes lies a remarkable achievement: measured airtightness of just 0.0378 ACH50. This extraordinary blower-door result surpasses both the Passive House Institute Low Energy Building airtightness limit of 1.0 ACH50 and the stricter standard Passive House limit of 0.6 ACH50. Designed using PHPP energy modeling, Flixo thermal-bridge analysis, and WUFI moisture modeling, the home reflects an exceptional commitment to building science.Its advanced building envelope incorporates continuous exterior wood-fiber insulation, Timberbatt wood-fiber insulation, sophisticated air-sealing systems, and a super-insulated slab foundation. Triple-pane uPVC windows and doors help minimize drafts, heat loss, and exterior noise while maintaining indoor comfort.Mitsubishi Electric mini-split heat pumps provide heating and cooling, while a Brink FLAIR whole-house Energy Recovery Ventilation system supplies filtered fresh air. An AO Smith 50-gallon water heater, LG high-capacity washer, and heat-pump dryer complete the mechanical systems. Fully electric, with no combustion appliances, the home is solar-ready and EV-charging-ready.Outside, site-milled pine siding sourced from trees cleared during construction connects the architecture to its setting. A standing-seam metal roof and dark-sky-compliant exterior lighting complement the contemporary design.Just eight minutes from Ellenville, the property offers access to Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Sams Point, Mohonk Preserve, and the Shawangunk Ridges celebrated hiking and climbing destinations. Explore mountain trails, local farm markets, restaurants, galleries, or skiing at Holiday Mountain, Belleayre, and Hunter. New Paltz, Kingston, and Woodstock are within easy reach, while the George Washington Bridge is approximately two hours away.For buyers seeking a design-forward Hudson Valley retreat, this new