Enjoy the peace & quiet on 40 private acres of secluded forest.

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Fireplace

Pet friendly

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Accord, NY

Minnewaska State Park24 min drive
Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center38 min drive
Mohonk Lake39 min drive
Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)58 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Mezzanine

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Just 2 hours from the GWB, Woods Retreat is located in the heart of Ulster County, and the foothills of the Catskill mountains in the High Falls/Stone Ridge area. Close to New Paltz, Kingston, Woodstock, Mohonk Mountain, and the Ashokan reservoir, the Woods Retreat is right across the river from Rhinebeck, Hyde Park, and Poughkeepsie.

This unique house with beautiful views of the Catskills was built and designed as a peaceful get-away with modern comforts, using local wood & stone and an open floor plan. It's quiet and secluded while being a short distance [5 miles] from a major road. The area is known for its abundance of great restaurants, art galleries, antiquing, and hiking as well as rock climbing in the Shawangunks and many historic sites. The Belleayre and Hunter Mountain ski region is within an hour's drive.

Whether you're looking for a quiet, secluded weekend away, or a private & special base from which to venture forth, the Woods Retreat is an experience not to be missed!

Here's what some of our guests have written in our guest book:

"Absolutely gorgeous... exactly what we were hoping for!... romantic, relaxing, secluded, private, charming, cozy, ....well done!

We had a truly memorable stay at this enchanted hideaway! Thank you for sharing this space with others — it's magical!

We had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful place! ... We found everything we were looking for and even more.

Thank you so much, you know how to do it right! This was perfect."

The Woods Retreat: Take a break from your hectic work-week and escape to New York's scenic Hudson Valley. At the Woods Retreat you'll find a secluded get-away, far from the hectic demands of your work day. Nestled at the top of a forested ridge you'll have views of the Catskill Mountains surrounding the Shokan reservoir to the north-west. You'll find a peaceful, quiet retreat with all of your needs within reach.

The Hudson Valley: Only 2 hours from Manhattan, Accord, Stone Ridge, Rosendale & High Falls are popular weekend go-to places for many urban dwellers. There's an excellent selection of restaurants within a 6 mile radius, as well as sophisticated shops and lots of galleries and antique stores. Woodstock, Kingston, [one of the top ten best cities in the country to buy real estate, as reported on NBC's Today Show], are nearby. New Paltz and Gardiner are just over the ridge and Rhinebeck & Hyde Park are directly across the Hudson River. Ulster County has hiking, mountains, skiing, historical sights, rivers, lakes and streams, and more artists per capita than any other New York county.

Property manager

Dan Kajeckas and Donna Calcavecchio

Amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Sitting area with free standing fireplace and fire pit

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 1:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

We welcome children and responsible parents.

Events

No events allowed

Parties/events of no more than 8 people allowed.

Pets

Pets allowed

No more than 2 well-behaved pets are welcome.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If you smoke on the grounds use an ash tray.

Guests must clean the gas grill after use. Only flameless candles are allowed. Pots & dishes washed, counters and stove free of crumbs & grease.

Do not leave any food or garbage outside. Follow our recycling rules; rinse glass, plastic and aluminum containers before placing in bins.

Make sure you put pillows back inside and if you move outdoor furniture, please return it to its original placement.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Parties/events of no more than 8 people allowed.

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Accord

Located in Accord, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. G. Steve Jordan Gallery and DM Weil Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Testimonial Gateway and Historic Huguenot Street. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Accord, NY

What's nearby

Minnewaska State Park - 24 min drive
Mohonk Golf Course - 26 min drive
State University of New York-New Paltz - 34 min drive
Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 38 min drive
Mohonk Lake - 39 min drive

Getting around

Rhinecliff Station - 45 min drive
Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 15 min drive
Westwind Orchard - 20 min drive
Hash - 15 min drive
Troy's Deli & Pizzeria - 28 min drive
Love Bird - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the peace & quiet on 40 private acres of secluded forest. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the peace & quiet on 40 private acres of secluded forest.?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the peace & quiet on 40 private acres of secluded forest.?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Enjoy the peace & quiet on 40 private acres of secluded forest. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Tongore Park Beach, Century House Historical Society, and World's Second Largest Garden Gnome. Minnewaska State Park and Brown's Station are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

Mar 14, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wooded escape

Lovely, secluded, loft-style house with fireplace. Perfect for a couple nesting during the snow.

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Feb 26, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely weekend

Wonderful, relaxing house in a lovely spot. As advertised, it's quite remote, but perfect for a laid-back trip with family or friends. Donna was great: very helpful, easy to communicate with and, importantly, stocked the place with some really delicious coffee. Would definitely recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Jul 26, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay at the Woods

We highly recommend staying at the Woods retreat. Donna is a wonderful host. Property is clean and very comfortable. House is quietly nestled in the woods, surrounded by beautiful forest and old stone walls. We enjoyed grilling and sitting by the fire pit.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Apr 29, 2019

Great property

Beyond expectations! Beautiful secluded property perfect for a retreat

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Aug 30, 2018

Great getaway

This house was obviously built as a labor of love. It felt like a privilege to stay there. Beautiful and unique construction, very nicely done. The property itself is quiet and secluded, with great landscaping and some thoughtful additions like a screened-in gazebo. The owners were responsive and had everything wonderfully set up for us.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Dan Kajeckas and Donna Calcavecchio

I am an artist and graphic designer who grew up in the nearby hamlet of High Falls. I am passionate about my work and I have a deep love of the property I own with my brother Dan. I studied art and illustration at the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan and as much as I loved living on the Upper West Side while I was in school, I came back upstate every weekend to work at John Novi's Depuy Canal House, staying at my Dad's newly constructed house in the woods. I had the best of both worlds!

Why they chose this property

My brother Dan and I inherited this property from our father, who designed and built this wonderfully unique retreat. His purpose was to create a secluded, environmentally responsible, sustainable house for his retirement years, (this was in the nineties). Sadly, he was unable to live here on a full time basis, but he enjoyed the blissful seclusion and warm ambiance of his creation for many family celebrations and holiday get togethers.

What makes this property unique

I have such a close bond to this house and property... once you get to the top of the hill, after traversing the somewhat steep and rather long driveway, you'll see for yourself how truly special it is. If you're looking for peace and quiet,... seclusion without being totally isolated, you will love spending a weekend, a week or even a month at this secluded get away. We do as much as we can to make you feel at home as soon as you walk through the door. The spice cabinet is fully stocked, pots and pans, knives,... you'll find a fully stocked kitchen, and our hope is to anticipate your every need. We even make sure there's cream for your morning coffee.

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