Lux Designer Estate- Greatrooms, Swimpond, Streams, Air-Conditioning,
- Minimum stay:2-7 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Special offer: Summer Special Rate $3500 per week Details
Our 4500 sq ft. vacation home is spacious, full of light and on a park-like estate with mature trees, streams, and a landscaped swim pond. It is beautifully furnished curated with local and contemporary art.
It is fully Air-Conditioned in the summer and equipped with radiant heat and fireplaces for cozy winter days.
An spacious and fully renovated Barn, with a chefs kitchen, master bedroom, loft, and full bath serves as a magnificent guesthouse and is available to be rented exclusively with the main house.
It is located in the mountain hamlet of Shokan, bordering the beautiful Ashokan resevoir. It is 15 minutes from the legendary village of Woodstock, NY which has a vibrant year-round art and music community and a great variety of restaurants, galleries and shops.
The estate is located 20 mins from most of the area's popular spa and ski destinations of Belleayre, Hunter and Windham Ski Resorts. Nearby Kingston, the first capital of the country, is a beautiful historic town dating from the 1600's, and rests on the magnificent Hudson river. Kingston has an active summer marina which hosts fabulous art art and music festivals and has many great restaurants and antique shops.
This historic farmstead was established by the Rev. Samuel Samson in the 1830's, and the old farmhouse was completely renovated in 2008 and has been converted to a highly efficient and eco-friendly 'green' house. The newly expanded house sits secluded on nine park-like acres protected by 100 acres of forever-wild watershed land. The 9.5 acre farm is home to abundant wildlife and flora and there are blueberry patches, wild grapes, apple trees, and fish streams on the property.
There are two large lawn areas in the front and back fields and a large fresh-water swimming pond fed by mountain springs behind the red Dutch barn. The house has both solar panels for electricity and a geo-thermal system for heating and air-conditioning. Also, there is a back-up generator for emergencies.
There are 4 large bedrooms in the main house: Master Bedroom and Guest Room with Queen beds ; and 2 additional guestrooms with Trundle beds that convert from two single beds to a King bed.
You can start your x-country skiing and hiking from the back porch, past the newly renovated barn and large swim pond, a huge vegetable and flower garden. As you cross over year-round streams and original stone walls you will eventually find your way to Ashokan reservoir views from the back ridge.
From the front and rear playing fields enjoy breath-taking views of snowy peaks and brilliant autmn foliage on the surrounding mountains. Or you can just stay home and lounge on the spacious and sunny back deck or by the large stone fireplace in the Great Room and listen to music or read quietly on the shaded front porch. There is also a fully equipped Gym and TV/Recreation room downstairs as well as a Den/Library with a Finnish woodburning stove and flat screen tv.
During the summer months there are several wonderful camps and summer schools in the area where children of all ages can attend a great range programs. One mile down the road there is beautifully maintained Avery Park with tennis and basketball courts, soccer and baseball fields, and a new children's play area and play set. And up the mountain on Peck Road are NY-DEC groomed hiking trails which can be accessed year round.
Within a 10 minute drive on Route 28 is the Emerson Resort, a five-star lodge with restaurants, shops and a luxurious spa where you can spend the day being pampered or explore the park grounds and river banks.
Yoga/pilates studios are just 3 miles down the road in Boiceville. Local farmers' markets, great restaurants, all stores are 5 minutes away. Hiking and skiing the famous Catskill Hunter and Wyndham mountains are all within 25 minutes drive on main roads. The nearby Ashokan reservoir park has expansive waterviews and a beautiful path for running and biking. Fly-fish for trout and bass on the reservoir and Esopus river, where you can also spend the day swimming and rafting.
It is an ideal retreat for families or individuals who want nature, music festivals, art galleries and a place to explore. This carefully constructed 'green' home is a warm sanctuary filled with unique furnishings, contemporary art and all the modern amenities.
You can see more photos on the web album listed below. Please check rates and calendar for accurate information.
Keywords: estate house, swimming ponds, streams,river, deck, vegetable garden, mountain views, summer camp, apple orchard, hiking trails, fishing, boating, satellite TV, WiFi, art galleries, restaurants
Property Type
- 3 story
- House
- 4500 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
Bedrooms
- 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8
- Boathouse Room
- 1 queen, 1 twin/ single, 1 baby crib
- Large room with sitting area and boat bed
- Orchard Room
- 1 king, 1 twin/ single
- Trundle bed converts to a King or 2 twins
- Treetop Room
- 1 king, 2 twin/ single
- Private floor, trundle bed converts to king
- Master
- 1 queen
- Beautiful Gas fireplace, HD TV, ensuite marble bath, TV
- Barn Guest Room
- 1 queen
- fully furnished master bedroom
Bathrooms
- 4.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 4
- combination tub/shower, toilet
- Guest HOuse Barn full bath with stone tile and pedestal sink
- Guest Bath First Floor
- toilet, shower
- Stone tiles, heated floors, window overlooking stream
- guest bath 2nd floor
- toilet, combination tub/shower
- Stone tiles, antique console sink, heated floors, soaking tu
- MASTER BATHROOM
- tub, toilet, shower
- Stone tiled, double sink, soaking tub, walk in shower
Kitchen & Dining
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Amenities
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Video Games
- DVD Player
- CD Player
- Stereo
Communications
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
Activities
- Live Theater
- Hunting
- Golf
- Rafting
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Cross Country Skiing
- Rock Climbing
- Snowmobiling
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Snowboarding
- Kayaking
- Tennis
- Massage Therapist
- Basketball Court
- Hospital
- ATM/Bank
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Zoo
- Museums
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
- Miniature Golf
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding
- Shopping
- Horseshoes
- Wildlife Viewing
- Boating
- Fitness Center
- Groceries
- Cycling
Other Activities
Reviews
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A lovely old fashioned Christmas
A lovely old fashioned Christmas
- Guest Teri
- Date of stay 12/20/12
- Review Submitted 01/07/13
Being born and raised in Woodstock, when we return each year for the holidays I always look for a rental that has character to echo my childhood memories. A vanilla house would never do for me! This was our first time renting the farm house and it was very enjoyable. A fun house with more than enough room for any family and a nicely outfitted kitchen - the heart of any house. Most importantly, the place is spotless, a welcome relief from our 2011 xmas rental! Christina couldn't be kinder and is attentive to emails no matter when they're sent. A really nice family who has a generous heart in allowing others to share their wonderful home.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, adventure seekers, girls getaway, people with disabilities.
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A great getaway!
A great getaway!
- Guest blaqhole
- Date of stay 10/12/12
- Review Submitted 10/23/12
We had a fantastic weekend with friends staying at this incredible house. It's huge, comfortable and curated with great taste. We were pleasantly surprised by the well appointed kitchen that never left us lacking in anything we needed to cook large meals for our group. It's very quiet on a huge property that you can roam and explore. The large fireplace was definitely our favorite place to spend the cold fall evenings and hang out after being out all day. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay there longer and that when we went, it was too cold to take a dip in the pond. It was truly a memorable place for us and we can't wait to go back.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, adventure seekers.
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Perfect
Perfect
- Guest Naomi
- Date of stay 12/28/11
- Review Submitted 02/15/12
This is a beautiful home, a gorgeous property and a very accommodating host. We spent an amazing long weekend over New Year's Eve here with a large family including several children and it was truly spectacular. Everything was provided for, well stocked and comfortable, and made for an easy and convenient stay. Hoping to come back in the summer months to fully enjoy the property. Cannot say enough good things about this property. Thanks again, Christina!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, pet owners, tourists without a car, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: It is one of our goals to create an environment that allows families to have confortable and memorable vacations. Somehow all the family gatherings add to the wonderful spirit of the house and grounds. We find it very rewarding to read our guestbook and see how much fun everyone, especially the children, had on holiday. Reading that "it was the best trip ever" is the greatest review! We hope to see you all soon again.
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Wonderful Summer Retreat
Wonderful Summer Retreat
- Guest Tim
- Date of stay 07/11/11
- Review Submitted 10/28/11
The owners have done an amazing job of renovating and extending this farmhouse. So much character - but with all mod cons, including geothermal heating and cooling. The scenery is stunning. We stayed for a month from mid July to mid August for an extended family break, with an age range of 4 to 72 years. There is genuinely something for everyone: nature walks and hikes, paddling around in the swimming hole or looking for fish, visits from the occasional deer, or just relaxing over a couple of cold ones and a BBQ.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers.
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My review.
My review.
- Guest Wendy
- Date of stay 04/03/11
- Review Submitted 04/11/11
I had a great time. I stayed at the house during the Woodstock Writer's Fest and it was a nice place to come home at the end of each day. The home is in a very private, serene setting, which suits me well. I loved waking up to hear the sounds of the creek each morning and exploring the grounds. It's a unique place with beautiful art and artifacts. I will definitely visit again. My dog was VERY happy there too!!!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, adventure seekers.
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Review of Amazing Woodstock Home #225436
Review of Amazing Woodstock Home #225436
- Guest Stephanie B.
- Date of stay 12/20/10
- Review Submitted 01/13/11
I highly recommend this house!!! I rented this house for the week leading up to Christmas. It was amazing. The house was spotless and bigger than the pictures portrayed. There was plenty of room for my family to spread out (so we weren't constantly on top of each other), but the breakfast room, dinning room and living room were big enough for us all to be together. One small, but very helpful, bonus for renters is that the owner has clearly labeled everything in the kitchen. You don't need to be hunting around for glasses, dishes, pots, pans, etc. Everything is clearly marked. And contrary to the usual "rental", the house comes with quality plates, pots, pans, etc. And plenty of them! We had 14 people for dinner and had plenty of plates, silverware, and serving dishes. You feel as if you are in your own home! The owner left clear directions, answering every question I could have possibly asked. My favorite part of the house is the large fireplace in the living room. We sat there every night just enjoying the fire and each other's company. We didn't watch TV for a week!! (although you could, there are numerous TVs throughout). We loved this house so much, we hated to leave. Can't wait to rent it again!Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Amazing Summer Family Getaway
Amazing Summer Family Getaway
- Guest Emelie
- Date of stay 07/31/10
- Review Submitted 08/03/10
Just returned to Louisiana after a few amazing days at "the farm". The kids of all ages (from 4 to 42) enjoyed swimming in the pond, fishing, picking fresh vegetable in the garden and cooking up a delicious bar b q. It was a perfect getaway where everyone could enjoy being together. And the highlight of the trip was finding the crawfish in the streams - felt like we were back home in Louisiana !! Can't wait to take the kids back next year.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Owner response: In the process of "saving" 2 ancient apple trees by the swimming pond we created a new patio/picnic area which is shaded and breezy and is an ideal spot for lounging on the hammock and having lunch after a swim. Based on reports from our summer guests, this new site is one of the three most favored spots on the farm including the back deck and gym/rec room. We love getting pictures of families enjoying the grounds. Thanks.
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Mountain Retreat
Mountain Retreat
- Guest Avedon family
- Date of stay 02/05/10
- Review Submitted 03/25/10
We are just getting back now after being at this wonderful house. The kids had fun in the snow out back and spent a lot of time in the family rec room. We had a fabulous time and already miss it.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, adventure seekers.
Owner response: This summer there is even more to enjoy in the back orchard. We are planting a huge vegetable and flower garden next to the blueberry bushes. We are hoping that soon we can stock our summer BBQ's with produce straight from the garden! It's a fun project for all to enjoy.
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- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 02/26/09
- Review Submitted 02/26/09
Beautiful getaway:The owner gave this beautiful house a soul: Awsome architecture,very high tech, and extremely cosy at the same time, very homy interiors we enjoyed every room, relaxed around the fire, and got inspired to paint by just looking from the kitchen at the barn in the snow. We also did a lot of skiing and snowshoeing in Bellayre mountain (25mn from the house). We have been there twice this winter and we are looking forward for the next time...Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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- Guest gne
- Date of stay 02/04/09
- Review Submitted 02/04/09
great house with room galore. this place has it all: space, nice furnishings, light, land, central audio system and killer bbq!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
Special offer: Summer Special Rate $3500 per week
June 28 Friday -July 12 Friday : Last minute availability. Family rescheduled for another date so we have a two prime weeks available again at a special rate. Normally $4700 for the week now $3500 rately week only. Please call or email to inquire.
Offer for: Jun 28, 2013 - Jul 12, 2013 View calendar
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 2 night min stay |
$500 | $600 Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
$3900 | $15300 | ||
| SUMMER May 1 - Sep 30 7 night min stay |
$4750 | $17800 | ||||
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Discounts: 8 nights or more $600 nightly |
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| Winter Jan 3 - Apr 30 2 night min stay |
$700 | $4750 | $18400 | |||
Additional information about rental rates
Contact owner by email for Holiday Rates and Special Rates for advanced bookings.
Fully refundable security deposit to reserve dates. 50% rent 60 days before arrival. Full payment 30 days before arrival.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
2% county tax
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Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2007
About the owner: Cristina has a design enterprise and Michael runs creative digital company in NYC. We have a young son and are very child friendly. We try to spend as many weekends as possible at the farm with our friends and families. The farm is also used as an artist-in-residence site and offered to artists who have been affiliated with our various art boards. We would like to expand this program to include workshops by the artists for the community and for the local schools. By renting the farm we can realize some of these goals and can continue to explore other creative community-based projects.
Why the Owner Chose Woodstock:
Beautiful mountains and rivers, plenty of outdoor activity, festivals, Hudson Valley art and music year- round. Serenity, peace and nature less than 2 hrs from NYC.
Please check listed rates and updated calendar before contacting us and for accurate rental information.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
The old farm grounds are special because we have open fields, woods, fruit trees and running streams and ponds all on the property. The house is designed and furnished so that you never have to leave - or drive - you can walk or bike 2 miles on same country road to groceries, wine store, cafes, farm stands, yoga, tennis, river and much more. The farm is secluded and surrounded by nature yet central to everything and is a very easy drive to and from NYC on Interstate 87.
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Photos
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Gracious Home: Summer Front Entrance shaded by 350 yr old Elm tree
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Back Deck overlooking stream, wading pool, apple orchard, w/Weber Grill
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Large Living Room with Stone Fireplace, views of mountains and running streams
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Den with Woodburning Finnish Stove, iMAC, HD PlasmaTV, DVD and game Library
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Master Bedroom with antique Russian bed, Gas Stove, rushing stream below
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TreeHouse 3rd floor GB with amazing views of farm garden & pond, King bed
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Spacious BoatHouse GB with Queen/Single Bunk and Unique Child's Boatbed
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Sunny picture window Gym/Rec Room: 600sq ft w 50" Plasma TV, secure Play Area
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Great Room Fire and Yoga Room
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Fall Portrait
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July 4th
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Path to Barn from Main House
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Cooling off in the mountain stream below back porch.
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Sun / Breakfast Room with views of Barn and Swimming hole
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Main entrance from covered porch
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Master Bath with Double Sink console, Duo Bath, Tiled Glass Shower, Skylight
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Guest Bathroom 2 with Soaking Tub, Shower and Barn Orchard Views
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Sunny Kitchen leading to Sun/Breakfast Room and direct access to Deck
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Dining room that seats 12 leading to the Great Room.
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Newly renovated Barn and Guest Cottage
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Hike up the road on Peck Road.
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Summer Garden
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