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The Studio, Chichester Square

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Updated on Jul 18, 2026

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The Studio
Chichester Square
334 Rt 214
Chichester, NY 12416
Commercial Space / Art Studios Available

Six distinct units totaling approx. 5,800 square feet on 1.2 acres.

Available to artists, musicians, dancers, yoga instructors, graphic designers, architects, massage therapists, filmmakers, caterers and other professional / commercial users.

The Studio at Chichester Square (the former Chichester Playhouse) is situated in a charming, historic village set amongst thousands of acres of forever-wild state land. Chichester lies in the outer Hudson Valley west of Woodstock, between Phoenicia and Hunter, in a beautiful mountainous region with countless trails, streams, waterfalls and bountiful wildlife, renowned for its historical and cultural significance and home to a significant colony of artists, musicians, writers, architects, chefs and naturalists.

The studio building, built in the 1920s as a theater, measures about 5,800 square feet (additional 2500 square feet potential overhead in the unfinished attic) with 15 foot high ceilings, six units with seven restroom facilities, and situated on a 1.2 acres.

Besides having a number of smaller spaces, it also has one huge space with very high ceilings, which could easily house a large restaurant. The capacity of the large room is (to the best of my knowledge) 275 people. There's a sign on the wall with this rating.


As described in the MLS:

"1920's social hall minutes to Phoenicia..."

"Post & Beam residential/commercial bldg. with many possibilities! 2700 sq ft main hall w/ 1.5 baths, wood floors & new thermopane windows. 4-5 bedroom potential, each with own bath. Updated plumbing & wiring (phone, cable, satellite). Municipal water & sewer, adjacent to state land. So many uses! Gallery space, yoga/dance, recording studio, and of course it's best use is as an incredible loft-like living space with room for in-home business."


Five full bathrooms, two half baths.

Defined in the tax bill as "411 Apartments", a subcategory of "400 Commercial".

Parking for about 30 cars.

Easily accommodates small groups of students and faculty, with room for painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, architectural design, woodworking workshops and the like. There are also campfire and cooking facilities for exploring the culinary arts.


For further information, contact:

Drew Knapp
973-783-3226
drew @ agreatertown.com
www.drewknapp.com
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Chichester Square, circa 1920
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The Studio, Chichester Square

334 Rt 214 Chichester, NY

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Nestled in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, Chichester, NY, is a delightful hamlet perfect for nature enthusiasts and those seeking serenity. Renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, Chichester boasts attractions such as the nearby Phoenicia Festival of the Voice and Esopus Creek, ideal for fishing and kayaking.

During the summer, visitors can enjoy hiking in Catskill Park, swimming at Kenneth Wilson State Park, and taking scenic drives to the Ashokan Reservoir.

In the winter, Belleayre Mountain and Hunter Mountain offer fantastic skiing, snowboarding, and tubing opportunities just a short drive away. Additionally, being only 20 minutes from Woodstock provides access to a vibrant arts, music, and culinary scene.

With its combination of natural beauty and cultural richness, Chichester is a hidden gem in the Catskills, offering a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure.
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The property is zoned R1.5.
Zoning says it's five units and could stay five units residential.
Zoning thinks it's a unique enough property that one could possibly get a variance for the below-listed non-permitted uses.

Permitted:
One family
Two family
Mobile home on individual lot
Conservation and parks
Ag or farm use

Special use permit required:
Multifamily
Mobile home park
Boarding and rooming house
Community residence or other alternative care housing
Senior citizen or elderly housing
Church of other other place of worship incl meeting hall and similar
Private, parochial, academic, or technical school
Day nursery school
Hospital
Cultural facility, library, art gallery, museum, etc
Nonprofit
Restaurant

Non-permitted, variance required:
Retail
For profit school
Personal service establishment, beauty shop or barber shop
Tavern, bar, nightclub
Comm rec facility, mnt related
Health club or other profit-making rec
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