Historic Rondout Caves for
For Lease
$2,800/Mo
77 Mcentee Street, Kingston, NY 12401
Unique commercial space ideal for beverage production and cold storage.
Property Size7,000 SF
Lot Size10,625.00 Acres
Days on Market297
Property Features for 77 Mcentee Street
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
7,000 SF
Lot size
10,625.00 Acres
Property subtype
Commercial
Building Details
Year Built
1856
Listing Agency:
HUDSON MODERN
(845) 579-8050
Listed By:
ZEV EISENBERG · License #10401321002
Source:
Corcoran
Added: Oct 8, 2025
Changed: Jul 6
Last Checked: Jul 31 at 11:31AM
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Located in Kingston's historic Rondout District, the Rondout Caves offer a remarkable commercial space. Originally carved in 1856, these hand-hewn stone vaults feature a natural bluestone floor and a consistent 56°F year-round temperature, making them ideal for beverage production, fermentation, or cold storage. The primary vault measures 125 feet long, 32 feet wide, and over 16 feet high. A natural spring flows from the back wall, providing crystal-clear water with a rich balance of healthy minerals, piped directly to the production area, making it an exceptional resource for brewing, distillation, or food processing. The property's entrance emerges from the former ruins of the original 19th-century brewery, creating an open, level area suitable for a terrace, parking court, or small utility structure. Once home to the J. Hauck Son Brewery, the caves supplied lager to the region for over sixty years. Rediscovered in the 1990s, they were revived as a boutique wine storage facility. The caves are situated within a dynamic neighborhood known for its historic architecture, restaurants, galleries, and breweries, with proximity to the Hudson River, Kingston Waterfront, and key transportation routes. The property offers 7000 square feet of space and presents a rare opportunity for cold storage, beverage, and food producers to establish operations in a naturally climate-controlled facility supported by a pristine mineral spring.
Key Highlights
- Massive subterranean vaults (125' x 32' x 16') ideal for beverage production or cold storage, naturally climate‑controlled.
- Pristine, mineral‑rich natural spring with ''flawless diamond'' quality water piped directly to the production area.
- Historic significance as part of the former J. Hauck & Son Brewery dating back to 1856.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$0.72 /SF/Yr
CAM
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
995
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Demographics for 12401, NY
35,493
Population
16,914
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
32%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
58.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
603
Density / Sq Mi
$67,426
Median Household Income
$42,503
Median Earnings
$1,300
Median Rent
$285,700
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Northeast region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Brewery - Unique commercial space ideal for beverage production and cold storage.
Where is this brewery located?
The property is located at 77 Mcentee Street Kingston, NY.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $2,800 /Mo.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Massive subterranean vaults (125' x 32' x 16') ideal for beverage production or cold storage, naturally climate‑controlled.; Pristine, mineral‑rich natural spring with ''flawless diamond'' quality water piped directly to the production area.; Historic significance as part of the former J. Hauck & Son Brewery dating back to 1856.
