5 Min to Windham Mtn! Luxury Retreat w/ Mountain Views! Natural Swimming Pond

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Drone Shot of The "backyard" Note 80ft diameter swimming pond and huge firepi

Don't Freeze on the way to The Hot Tub it's inside!

Room For the Whole family around the custom 22 Person Dining Room Table

The Great Room ( living room )feat. gas fireplace, wet bar, and access to Deck

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Amenities
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Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

8 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 227000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet friendly

Hot Tub

Breakfast available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Windham, NY

Windham Country Club12 min drive
Windham Mountain Resort12 min drive
Windham Vineyards and Winery13 min drive
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)59 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Lower Level 1

2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Lower Level 2- Jr. Suite

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level 3

3 Twin Beds

Lower Level Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Master

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Game Room

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Living Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to the Mountain House. Sitting on five beautiful acres with views of 4 of the highest peaks in the Catskills, reflecting off of The Natural Swimming Pond at The Mountain House. Accomodating up to 22 this is the perfect family getaway spot for all seasons with every amenity you can dream of!

In the winter months there is easy access to ski resorts, Windham Mountain (5 mins away), Hunter (20 mins away), snow tubing and snowmobile/ATV rentals. For the rest of the year, nearby activities include: multiple golf courses (3 in Windham proper, 5 additional within a 40 minute drive), hiking/bicycle trails, swimming in rivers and lakes, state parks, mountain biking, fly fishing, zip-lining and Zoom Flume Water park.

*Unfortunately, for insurance reasons we cannot accommodate prom or graduation groups.

This beautiful 3 level vacation home boasts 3 master suites, 5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, 3 fireplaces and an outdoor fire-pit.

The main floor contains:
- a chef’s dream kitchen that includes, Wolf professional grade, gas range and hood, 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, granite counter-tops, and counter seating for 8.
- a dining room with an 18 ft long oak table that seats 22.
- a large great room with a wet bar and gas fireplace.
- an indoor spa room with an 8-person Jacuzzi.
- a large deck accessible from great room and dining. Deck features a large grill and seating to enjoy spectacular views of Windham Mountain and the Catskills other highest peaks.
- a master suite which includes a sitting room with gas fireplace and TV.
- SONOS sound system

The upper level consists of:
- a master suite with a gas fireplace and a balcony with spectacular views.
- a loft living room with TV.
- 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom.

The lower level has:
- an entertainment room with TV, billiards, Foosball table, and darts.
- a large living room with 4K TV, wet bar, and large wood burning fireplace.
- A Master suite, with TV and outdoor access to patio
-3 additional bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.
- stereo with iPod connection and speakers throughout floor, with volume control in each room

Also offered with rental is complimentary, Concierge Service for booking: wait/cooking staff, spa services (in-house or off location), tours, golf and much more!

Property manager

Derrek

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 2:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Plenty of Room for the whole family!!!!!

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets Considered, based on size, age, breed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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

Windham

Located in Windham, this vacation home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Windham Mountain Resort and Hunter Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Traveling with kids? Consider Zoom Flume and Mountain Top Arboretum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Windham, NY

What's nearby

Windham Country Club - 12 min drive
Windham Mountain Resort - 12 min drive
Windham Vineyards and Winery - 13 min drive
Zoom Flume - 20 min drive
Hunter Mountain - 27 min drive

Getting around

Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

‪Waffle Cabin - ‬13 min drive
‪Chicken Run - ‬12 min drive
‪Higher Grounds Coffee Co. - ‬11 min drive
‪Catskill Mountain Country Store - ‬11 min drive
‪Michael's Diner - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 5 Min to Windham Mtn! Luxury Retreat w/ Mountain Views! Natural Swimming Pond have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 5 Min to Windham Mtn! Luxury Retreat w/ Mountain Views! Natural Swimming Pond pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 Min to Windham Mtn! Luxury Retreat w/ Mountain Views! Natural Swimming Pond?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Min to Windham Mtn! Luxury Retreat w/ Mountain Views! Natural Swimming Pond?

Check-out is at 2:00 PM.

Where is 5 Min to Windham Mtn! Luxury Retreat w/ Mountain Views! Natural Swimming Pond located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Windham Mountain Resort, Zoom Flume, and Ashland Park. Windham Country Club and Ashland Town Hall are also within 9 mi (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joanna Grab and M., New York NY

Jan 17, 2024

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

Great Ski House

We did a family ski trip with ~20 family members of all ages. The place is beautiful, the layout is awesome, and the location can't be beat if you're trying to ski Windham (8 minute drive to the mountain). The décor is roosters - the kids had fun trying to count them all! Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan c.

Aug 28, 2023

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

Awesome Mountain House!

Rented for a summer weekend with friends, zero complaints! Pictures don’t do the yard justice!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Jan 13, 2023

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

Amazing Family Getaway Home!!

The Mountain House was the perfect home to accommodate a few families and their children! The house is huge with a lot of rooms and bathrooms to give each family their own dedicated space. And then the common area and game room in the basement and the living room on the main floor are great areas for everyone to hang out. But our favorite was the enormous dining room table where we could all sit for meals, play games, talk, and do activities with the kids. We also enjoyed the hot tub, sledding in the backyard, building a fire and sitting by the fire pit, and skiing, hiking, and tubing down in the town of Windham which is only a few minutes away. Also plenty of restaurants to eat in or take out from nearby. And the host, Derrek, could not have been better! Very responsive before, during and after our stay and even dropped off some kitchen items we were running low on. I have to disagree with some of the recent reviews too. The house temperature was very comfortable (Nest thermostats everywhere), the WiFi was great, and the photos really don't do this house justice - they have updated a lot and there is so much space throughout the house. Our family will definitely be coming back!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren D.

Jul 19, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Family getaway

We enjoyed a lovely time with our family at this house. The house is beautiful and we were so happy that it was big enough to fit our large group, with almost everyone getting their own room. We really appreciated the dining table being long enough that we could all sit down for meals together. The kids loved the pond and we spent lots of night around the fire pit. The only real downside was that this property listing states it has air conditioning, which it does upstairs (not that it worked very well), but not at all in the basement, which is where half the rooms are. We were there during an extremely warm weekend, and not only did the main living space not cool down below 79 degrees for a few days, but one of the upstairs bedrooms was in the 80s and we couldn’t get it to cool down at all. That room was uninhabitable. The basement rooms got increasingly warm throughout the day, and while it cooled off at night, we were worried about leaving sliding doors open because of bears. Overall this was a great house with lots of amenities, and we really enjoyed our time, but I would probably not choose to stay in the summer going forward.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Zenia B.

Jul 13, 2022

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

Great for a large family

My extended family (14 adults) and I stayed here for 2 nights as a family reunion before attending a conference in New York City. It's a pretty far drive from the city for just 2 nights - if you have more time, it's not so bad. If our budget had allowed it, we probably would have stayed closer to the city so we didn't have to drive as far. But we were all glad to be able to stay in one place which was fun. Loved using the firepit and sitting on the deck and by the pond in the mornings. You can tell from the photos that the house itself is a bit outdated but it was fine for a few days. The wifi was a little spotty at times for a large group but not a major issue. Derrek and his team were friendly and accommodating. The check-in process was easy with a keypad at the garage. They were just a text away with any questions or needs. There was a lengthy checkout list which we thought was a little extensive given how high the cleaning fee was priced but we made do with a large group of everyone pitching in to ensure we get the refundable deposit back. The Windham area is beautiful - lush bright green in the summer with tons of trails nearby (and of course skiing in the winter). A few restaurants and corner stores. Not much else though but that's the point, to be a bit more disconnected.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Austin B.

Nov 1, 2021

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

Perfect House for a Big Group

We absolutely loved our stay at this Property. We had ~20 people and did not feel crowded at all. Everyone had beds and the house was built for groups of this size! Also tucked away with minimal neighbors and a huge backyard. 10/10 will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

Aug 18, 2021

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

Great Short Stay

We had a great stay at the house. The pond was fun and the pebbly beach/shallow walk in area made it more fun for the babies and toddlers than a regular pool would've been. Kitchen was well stocked, and lots of bedrooms and hang out areas. Derrick was a perfect host - always super responsive and helpful with any questions. Would happily stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Aug 10, 2021

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

no issues

this was as advertised. No issues to report. We left the unit as we entered the unit, Clean.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vito L.

Jul 7, 2021

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

Great weekend in Wyndham

I spent three days, two nights at the Mountain House with a bunch of friends and family. We all had a fantastic time. The house is huge and easily accommodated the 12 of us. It was clean and well-stocked with everything we needed. The location is beautiful, and luckily the weather cooperated so we were able to hang out in the swimming pond both days, which was great. We appreciated the other outdoor activities that the house came with, like Kan Jam and cornhole. The indoor game room was great as well. Very large and functional kitchen – though the outdoor grill was a little small for the number of people we had. Derrek was very responsive to all of our inquiries. Overall an excellent weekend, and I highly recommend this stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Min L.

Apr 1, 2021

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

Nice View!

The house is big and comfortable. It was a very different experience and everyone enjoyed it.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Mar 4, 2021

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

Incredible

Absolutely spectacular stay. House was even better in person than pictures showed. Check in process was very easy and Derrek was very kind and helpful throughout. Would love to come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

gene k.

Feb 22, 2021

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

Fabulous House! Spectacular Views! Gracious Host!

There was nothing to disappoint! Great Bedrooms, Jacuzzi, game room!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

vincent t.

Jan 26, 2021

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

Mountain house

House was great and everyone enjoyed the weekend .

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz G.

Dec 22, 2020

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

Perfect house to be with your family and friends. Very comfortable, close to town and skiing.

Very smooth process, perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Nov 29, 2020

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

Thanksgiving Holiday

We spent a lovely Thanksgiving weekend with our family at your mountain home. The location was beautiful and there was plenty of space. We look forward to returning next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Nov 17, 2020

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

COVID escape

A small group organized a get away for a change of scenery during this difficult time. The house was perfect with plenty of space and tons of trails to hike. Great location.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra L.

Sep 1, 2020

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

Wonderful stay organized by an excellent host team!

Our stay at the Mountain House was excellent. Our check-in process and stay was above expectation. The hosts were incredibly responsive and solved a couple of small issues for us very timely. We have already discussed renting the house again in the winter to take advantage of all of the season's amenities and ski resort proximity.

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Jul 30, 2020

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

Unforgettable weekend

We rented the mountain house for our family during our wedding weekend and had a blast! The amenities and service provided by Derrek and his team were phenomenal. They made the entire experience relaxing and comfortable. The house is cozy and clean, and with the seasonal decorations it made it feel like you were home at grandmas house. We loved swimming in the filtered pond pool and sitting out under the stars by the fire pit. Derrek was super helpful and accessible for our wedding coordination, and made our last-minute micro wedding something truly unique and memorable. Wed definitely consider visiting again for other anniversaries or celebrations!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

jon t.

Jul 22, 2020

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

The Perfect Retreat

The house is fantastic for a group getaway! Derrek is incredibly responsive and a perfect host. Arranged all meals for our group and was sure to have the house stocked with everything needed. An A+ rental which I would highly recommend!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Sunita L.

Jul 14, 2020

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

worked well for our family

My extended family and I wanted a place to get away from the city during the COVID crisis and this place worked well for us. There was lots of inside and outside space.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Feb 23, 2020

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

The Perfect "Team" Location!

We had a GREAT 'Team" Weekend at this modern country retreat. The house comfortably accommodated our 22 members and the surrounding property is both private and beautiful. The property managers were also responsive and clear at all times. We would recommend the property for group events - especially for outdoor activites - hiking, skiing, skating, etc. Oh, sledding too! It was a great weekend!

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Feb 7, 2019

Fantastic Home for a Large Group Retreat

We return year after year to this home for our company ski weekend. The home is beautiful, well equipped, comfortable and very spacious. I highly recommend it for large families, friends or corporate retreats. There is plenty of room to spread out. The location is ideal and the property is lovely. We will be back again next year! Derrek is a wonderful host who answers all of your questions or needs ASAP! He also has a long list of recommendations of activities for everyone depending on what you want to do during your stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jin T.

Jan 8, 2019

Perfect vacation home with amazing views and local attractions

The Mountain House was the perfect home to host our trip. The house was spacious, cozy, clean, and equipped with everything we needed in the kitchen. The location is conveniently located next to Windham Mountain, and a short drive away from local town, and just 20 mins away from Hunter Mountain. The game room on the ground level provided enough entertainment for both kids and adults, and the hot tub was the perfect way to end our day after hitting the slopes! We also loved the kitchen and cooked most of our meals there! The hosts were very helpful and answered all of my questions before booking, during the planning process, and over the course of our stay. Derrek also helped us arrange for breakfast to be delivered from a local breakfast caterer, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, we loved our stay and the Mountain House will be our first choice when we revisit in the future!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Dec 11, 2018

Great stay and amazing kitchen!

I had the pleasure of staying at the Mountain House 3 times this year and cooking in their wonderful chef kitchen. It’s the perfect place to host retreats, large groups and enjoy the gorgeous Catskills views. The house is clean, spacious and cozy. Would highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Oct 24, 2018

Expansive, Comfortable house in beautiful setting

We had a wonderful long weekend with extended family. It was so great to all be under one roof for dinners cooked in the chefs kitchen, but plenty of space for us all to relax on our own as well. We enjoyed the fair in town, so close to the house! Yet once we were at the mountain house, it seemed as if we were on a private compound miles from other people. I enjoyed views of the pond reflecting the changing trees. The jacuzzi was perfect for relieving sore muscles after our hike up Kaaterskill falls. It was also great to have 3 different fire places as well as the outdoor fire pit where we roasted s’mores. Derrek was helpful and attentive. Can’t wait to come back!

About the host

Hosted by Derrek

Why they chose this property

It all started as a gift, an anniversary gift in fact, from our Grandparents to each-other, and ultimately to their family to celebrate 25 years of marriage.

This gift, which eventually became known to the family, as "The Mountain House", was built to provide a wonderful place where their family, could come together for holidays and getaways to enjoy all that Windham and the Catskills had to offer.

As the family grew, through 12 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren, so too, through 3 extensive renovations and various upgrades, did The Mountain House.

Today, we offer this gift to our guests to come together with their families, friends and colleagues to enjoy all of the amenities of The Mountain House as well as the activities and wonders of the beautiful surrounding area.

What makes this property unique

Spectacular view of the Historic Catskill Mountains

Newly Constructed Natural Swimming Pond

Room for the whole family/group around the 22 person dining room table

Indoor hot tub

Game Room

Pro grade kitchen

Plenty of space to gather, but every one has there own private space- 3 Master Bedrooms 8 total bedrooms and 6.5 baths