EMERALD GREEN
A Large-Scale, Amenity-Rich Lake Community with Public Utilities, Multiple Lakes, and Some of the Strongest Year-Round Infrastructure in Sullivan County
Emerald Green, located in Rock Hill, NY, is one of the county’s most extensive and “amenitized” residential lake communities. Originally designed as a large private development and named for a future golf course that was never developed, Emerald Green has evolved into a fully modernized HOA environment with public water and public sewer, infrastructure advantages that dramatically simplify ownership and position the community as a practical alternative to more rural lake environments.
With two lakes (Lake Louise Marie and Treasure Lake), a newly developed state-of-the-art clubhouse, a robust amenity suite, and fast access to NY-17, Emerald Green is one of the most convenient, year-round, family-oriented lake communities in the region.
Overview
- Location: Rock Hill, NY
- Distance to NYC: ~90 minutes
- Lake System: 2 lakes, Lake Louise Marie and Treasure Lake
- Community Type: Large-scale HOA with full amenities
- Infrastructure: Public water, public sewer
- Defining Feature: A modern, complete residential community with lakes, recreation, and year-round services
Emerald Green is the largest consolidated lake HOA in Sullivan County, with unmatched infrastructure.
Water & Recreation
The lake system enables a variety of quiet-water activities:
- Electric boating
- Paddleboarding
- Canoeing & kayaking
- Swimming
- Fishing
- Winter ice activities when permissible
The multi-lake design gives residents flexibility and variety rarely found in a single community.
Community Amenities (Extensive & Modern)
Emerald Green offers one of the strongest amenity packages in the county:
Clubhouse & Facilities
- Modern, professionally designed clubhouse
- Fitness center
- Indoor recreation rooms
- Lounge, meeting rooms, and event spaces
Outdoor Amenities
- Large outdoor pool + children’s pool
- Tennis and pickleball courts
- Lakeside beaches
- Playground areas
- Walking paths
- Athletic fields
The community is structured to support year-round use, not just summer occupancy.
Infrastructure Advantage (Major Selling Point)
Emerald Green offers full municipal-style utilities:
- Public water
- Public sewer
This places Emerald Green in a class of its own compared to almost every lake community north of Rock Hill.
It removes the common rural liabilities of:
- Septic failure
- Well contamination
- Tank replacements
- Water table fluctuations
This is one of the strongest long-term value anchors in the entire county.
Architecture & Homes
Emerald Green includes a wide mix of home styles:
Single-Family Homes
- Mid-century ranches
- Contemporary two-stories
- Renovated lake homes
- Larger new-build homes in emerging sections
New Construction
Ongoing phases include new homes with modern finishes and more optimized layouts for full-time living.
Homes are typically positioned on more modest lots compared to wilderness communities, but the amenities and utilities compensate fully for reduced acreage.
Setting & Surroundings
Emerald Green benefits from its placement in the most service-rich corridor of Sullivan County:
- A short drive to Rock Hill restaurants and shops
- Gym, farmers market, grocery, café, bagel shop, pizzeria, hardware store
- Minutes from Crystal Run and medical care
- Close to Monticello for expanded services
- Quick access to Bethel Woods, and the southern lake cluster
- Immediate access to NY-17
For many buyers, convenience is the deciding factor.
Who Emerald Green Is Right For
Emerald Green is ideal for buyers who want:
- The convenience year-round residential community whether use is seasonal or not
- Public water, sewer,(low maintenance ownership)
- Access to three lakes and large-scale amenities
- A mix of home types and price points
- A community setting with stability and long-term investment appeal
- Proximity to Rock Hill services and immediate highway access
