Location: Woodstock, Catskills, New York, USA (2 m Boiceville, Woodstock 8, NYC 90 m, Newburgh airport 40m) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Our special and private vacation home has 5000 sq. ft. of hi-ceilinged rooms filled with light, music and art. It is located on a mountain hamlet of Shokan, bordering the magnificent Ashokan resevoir and 15 minutes from historic Woodstock, NY which has a year-round vibrant art and music community and a great variety of restaurants, galleries and shops. It is also 20 mins from most of the areas popular spa and ski resorts 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, is on the magnificent Hudson river and has many great restaurants and shops.
The 1880's 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 forever-wild watershed land. The 8.5 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 cooling.
You can start your hiking and exploring from the back porch, past the 120 year old Dutch barn, a great new pond, crossing year-round streams and original stone walls as you find your way to Ashokan reservoir views up 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 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 equipted Gym and TV/Recreation room downstairs as well as a Den/Library with a woodburning stove and flat screen tv.
There is the charming and very convenient Avery Park down the road with tennis and basketball courts, soccer and baseball fields, and a new children's play area and play set. There is also a wonderful children's YMCA "Seewackamano Camp" further up the mountain on Peck Road offering a full range of activities. 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.
Yoga/pilates studios are just 3 miles down the road in Boiceville. Local farmers' markets, grocery stores and other shops 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.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Geothermal cooling units in Living Room, Sunroom, MasterBedroom and 3rd flr Treehouse GB, and ceiling fans in all bedrooms.
- Washer: new energy efficient Jenn Air
- Dryer: new GE gas dryer
- Linens Provided: hi-quality linens and towels
- Covered Parking: The barn can be used for parking 2 cars.
- Off Street Parking: Long Pine-Tree hedged circular driveway offers multiple-car parking just in front of porch entry
- Gas Fireplace: MB has enamel finish "Tree-Of- life" cast-iron gas stove
- Wood Fireplace: Large stone wood-burning fireplace in Living Room with original farmhouse beams for mantel
- Wood Stove: efficient modern Finnish woodstove in Den
- Beds
- King Bed: Orchard GB has trundle bed with 2 Singles which converts to King Treehouse GB on 3rd floor has trundle with 2 Singles converting to King
- Queen Bed: MB queen antique bed Boathouse GR queen/single upper bunk
- Twin/Single Bed: Orchard and Treehouse guest rooms each have Trundle Beds with 2 single beds which can be converted to KING
- Bunk Bed: Boathouse GR has Queen/Single bed
- Child Bed: Unique Boat bed in Boathouse GR
- Convertible Bed: Den and Sun/Breakfast rooms have large couches with convert to Queen beds
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 3 plasma TVs with cable, DVD, XBOX in MB, Den, Gym/Recreation Room Satellite TV full NFL program
- DVD
- Video Library: Wide selection of movies and documentaries for adults and children
- Video Game Console: xbox in den and basement recreation room
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: iPod dock in Living Room allows anyone to play their music throughout house large selection of CD's in Den
- Private Pool: Crystal clear water, spring-fed swimming pond, newly landscaped and completely private, situated at the edge of the barn playing field.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Newly renovated kitchen with Jenn Air stove with indoor grill and changeable griddle and gas burners + beautiful new white enamel Double French Sink
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Fully range of pots and pans, Lavazza cappacino and expresso machine, Cuisinart food processors, baking dishes
- Refrigerator: filtered water and ice dispencer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Xtra large Weber gas grill with rotisserie and side burner - you can cook for 20 at the same time.
- Deck/Patio: 500 sq child-friendly Trex decking has plush outdoor seating with 11 ft picnic table, Weber Gas Grill, Outdoor Speakers and is accessed from kitchen and LR with steps leading directly to stream and back playing fields
- Lanai: Wide covered front porch has several seated areas overlooking 300 yr old maples, mountains and front lawn - perfect for summer reading and games.
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: There is a newly landscaped large swimming pond behind the barn as well as a gentle stream below the back deck that fills a stone-lined small wading pool and several spring-fed streams throughout the property.
- Mountain View: Beautiful year-round views of surrounding mountains from almost every room in the house and grounds
- Communications
- Telephone: 3 cordless phones on each level with answering machine; some cell-phone coverage depending on provider
- Computer: New iMAC with wireless keyboard, colour printer, fax machine
- Broadband Internet: Cable modem and WIFI indoor and outdoor
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): extended WIFI routers
- Other Amenities
- New sunny Gym: computerized Elliptical machine and LIfecycle, exercise equipment, yoga mats, ; and Recreation Room with 50" Plasma TV, oriental rug, leather couches and large picture window facing southern apple orchard; spring-fed Large Swimming Hole behind barn
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: well-behaved pets are allowed in lower floors with $50 pet cleaning fee
- Kid Friendly: All children are welcome - there are several acres of open lawns for sports and many fish-filled streams to explore. YMCA Camp Seewackamano offers a great summer program for all ages and is just up the road.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: minimum rentors age 25 yrs old
- Smoking Not Allowed: no smoking indoors; smoking permitted on deck and porch
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- There is a wonderful YMCA camp up the road: www.ymcaulster.org/pdf/YMCAseewackamano2008.pdf And the Emerson Spa nearby for full pampering: www.emersonresort.com/thespa There are several spring-fed swimming holes on the property to enjoy on hot summer days. We play Softball, Frisbee, Horseshoes, French Petanque, Croquet and many other games on both front and back playing fields. Hiking to Ashokan reservoir views from back porch. Fly-fishing for Trout on nearby Esopus River.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Oct-May $500 per night for 8, $50 addnl guest-10 max, 3 night min, 2500+ for week
Christmas, New Years, Holidays...$700+ per night, 3500- 4500 for week +deposit
July and August 2010............... $8000/monthly, inquire about season rates
No smoking, 10 guests maximum, children and small pets ok
Cleaning fee $150 ; $50 extra pet cleaning fee
Refundable security deposit $300 - 700 required, $1000 for monthly rentals
Full payment + security required to hold reservation
utilities, satellite, internet, groundskeeping included
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Gracious Designer Mountain Home with Art, Pond, Skiing, Views
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Woodstock
Beautiful mountains and rivers, plenty of outdoor activity, festivals, art and music year- round. And serene peace and nature less than 2 hrs from NYC even on weekends.
See more photos http://gallery.me.com/cocobijoux1#100105
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.
Famous historic town of Woodstock offers many things: art galleries, artisanal crafts, clothing boutiques, varied music by world class musicians, book and poetry readings, outdoor theaters, gourmet re
This small town offers it all: Well stocked supermarket, pharmacy, wine store and small restaurants in shopping area. Local tennis courts. Gas station with car wash. Local bank. Kayak and canoe rental
Belleayre Mountain is only 20 mins away and has great skiing in the winter and mountain biking, music festivals, arts and crafts fairs all year.
The Ashokan Reservoir is a very large body of water with a beautiful park where you can picnic, run or bike along the resevoir and have spectacular views of water and Catskill mountains.
The most popular large ski resort in the region, which extensive trails and and great snow. A great day trip for the family from the Shokan house. During the summer, there are many festivals and even
Owner's Map of Woodstock
We enjoy hiking, fishing, biking, tennis, snowshoeing and skiing in close proximity to the farm. The area has a lot to offer year round.
We also welcome the complete peace and quiet we have reading by the fire or on the back porch and especially the many shared wonderful dinners with our friends.
Property Photos
- Gracious Home: Front Entrance Spring 2009 - Olive, NY House with Mountain View, Wireless Internet, Kid Friendly close to Restaurants
- Back Orchard playing field with Bostock Mountain backdrop - Olive, NY House with Mountain View, Wireless Internet, Kid Friendly close to Restaurants
- Large Living Room with Stone Fireplace, views of mountains and running streams - Olive, NY House with Mountain View, Wireless Internet, Kid Friendly close to Restaurants
- Dining Area with Art and Antiques leading to LR and lower Gym/Rec Room
- Main Staircase leading to 2nd Floor Bedrooms and Photo Gallery
- Sun / Breakfast Room winter scene with views of Barn and Swimming hole
- Back Deck overlooking stream, wading pool, apple orchard, w/Weber Grill
- Den with Woodburning Finnish Stove, iMAC, HD PlasmaTV, Library, Queen sofabed
- Main entrance
- Master Bedroom with antique Russian bed, Gas Stove, rushing stream below
- Master Bath with Double Sink console, Duo Bath, Tiled Glass Shower, Skylight
- TreeHouse 3rd floor GB with amazing views of farm, woods and mountain ridge
- Guest Bathroom 2 with Soaking Tub, Shower and Barn Orchard Views
- Spacious BoatHouse GB with Queen/Single Bunk and Unique Child's Boatbed
- Sunny Kitchen leading to Sun/Breakfast Room and direct access to Deck
- Sunny New Gym/ Recreational Room: 600sq ft with 50" Plasma TV
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