In 2001, Pat and Tom Foley weren’t planning to build a log home. But everything changed on September 11.
Their son, Tommy Foley, a firefighter in New York City, had always dreamed of building a log home on a piece of land he owned in Ulster County, NY. After Tommy lost his life in the attacks on the World Trade Center, Pat and Tom made a decision that would forever change their lives: they would build that log home in his honor—a tribute to the son, hero, and cowboy they loved so deeply.
Today, that dream stands tall in the Catskills. With over 3,000 square feet of living space, the Foley home is a one-of-a-kind custom log retreat that blends timeless craftsmanship with personal meaning at every turn. The stacked log exterior gives way to expansive open decks and covered porches, designed to embrace the panoramic beauty of the surrounding property. Every inch of this home was built to be lived in and loved—by family, friends, and future generations.
Inside, the main level features a stunning Great Room with cathedral ceilings and a towering stone fireplace—the heart of the home. Here, you’ll find some of Tommy’s most cherished mementos: bull-riding trophies, prize deer mounts, firefighting awards, and photos that preserve his legacy in the space he once dreamed of creating.
The main floor also includes two spacious guest rooms with a shared bath, a fully custom kitchen, and a window-lined dining room that opens onto a covered porch. A generous mudroom doubles as a laundry area, blending form and function for everyday living.
Upstairs, a quiet loft offers space for a reading nook or home office. The owner’s suite is a peaceful sanctuary with two large closets, a spa-inspired bathroom, and a private balcony for quiet reflection. An oversized storage room ensures space for everything from holiday décor to outdoor gear—proof that thoughtful design lives in the details.
But more than a layout or a structure, this home is a living memory. Built on a foundation of love and loss, the Foley family’s home is a tribute to a son who gave everything—and a reminder that homes carry stories. Some are written in stone and timber. Others, in legacy.
