Snuggle up by a warm fire. Canoe or swim in our 25 acre non-motor boat pristine lake! Listen to bull frogs under a night sky. Watch and listen to the geese fly overhead. Go for a hike. Watch the garden grow, the fruit trees and berry bushes blossom. There are plenty of things to do nearby: antiquing, book shops, art galleries, bowling & billiards, golf courses, horse back riding, local restaurants and cafes. The house comes fully equipped with all your basic necessities plus high speed internet, televisions with vhs and dvd players and a diverse movie & book collection. Fresh towels and linens provided. Kitchen has electric stove, refrigerator, juicer, food processor, coffee maker, pots and pans. Outside seating with barbecue, fire pit by the lake, use of canoe and paddle boat, fishing, swimming, 15 ft trampoline, hammocks, wavy slide, sandbox, swings in the trees and a newly built tree house for the kids! The cottage is located 3 hours from NYC in the northern Catskill region. About 2 miles down the road is the the Delaware River, perfect for kayaking and trout fishing! Also, be sure to bike, hike or take a country stroll down the Catskill Scenic Rail Trail and visit the nearby village of Hobart, a.k.a, 'the book village of the Catskills'. For more information or to make a reservation please contact Kirsten.
Cozy Campfires Under Starlit Skies
- Chalet1300 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2 nights
Lake Front Retreat
Bedrooms
Owner
Kirsten Malloy
- Speaks:
- english, german, russian
- Calendar last updated:
- Nov 15, 2018
About Kirsten Malloy
We moved here from New York City after having our first child. We wanted a place in the country that would be nurturing and healing for our growing family. It's definitely done that for us and we are delighted to share our home with others while we seek new adventures!
Kirsten Malloy purchased this Chalet in 2005
Why Kirsten Malloy chose South Kortright
The knotty pine cathedral ceilings make this home feel so spacious and roomy. The energy here feels inviting, warm, friendly so peaceful! After experiencing the inside of the house we ventured outside to the lake and could hardly believe we could actually own a little piece of heaven like this. Swimming in the lake each morning invigorates and refreshes each and every one of our spirits daily!
What makes this Chalet unique
Having a lake in the back yard is such a blessing. The added amenities like the 15ft trampoline, tree house, swing set, sand boxes, slides and swings and boats truly make this property a children's paradise! Also the endless trails through the woods and the road that encircles the lake is so ideal for taking a leisurely stroll or bike ride.
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, tub, shower
- simple bathroom with toilet, sink, bath tub and shower.
Location Type
- Rural
- Lake View
- Lakefront100ft of lake frontage
- Ski-Incross-country ski out your front door!
- Ski-Outcross-country ski home!
- Water View
- Waterfront
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Wireless Internet
- Telephone
- Linens Providedsheets, pillow cases, blankets, and comforters
- Washing Machinewe have a washing machine and a clothes line indoors and outdoors for hanging wet clothes - sorry no dryer at this time!
- Fireplace
- Parkinggravel driveway
- Internethigh speed internet/wifi
- Towels Providedbath towels provided but recommend you bring beach blankets for laying out by the lake!
- HeatingThe heat in the house is electric but we mostly heat the house via the wood-burning stove.
- Wood StoveMain source of heat, but the house also has electric heat. We provide some starter wood, but expect guests to purchase their own wood if they are going to burn a lot!
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomKnotty pine interior with cathedral ceiling and ceiling fan and glass sliding doors to the deck.
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stoveelectric stove
- Ovenelectric oven
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchenfully stocked: toaster, coffee maker, juicer, electric stove, pots/pans/dishes and silverware.
Dining
- Dining Area
- Dining
- comfy seating for 7 people
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / Cablewe have cable
- Stereoradio, tape/cd and record player
- DVD PlayerLots of dvds to choose from!
- BooksFeel free to browse through our many books!
- GamesWe have a variety of board games for adults and children as well as wooden toys and puzzles, arts and crafts.
- Games for Kids
- Music LibraryEnjoy our eclectic music collection and our latest purchase of records!
- ToysLots of children's toys!
- Video LibraryFrom our own homemade videos to mainstream movies...you have quite the selection!
Outside
- Lawn / GardenThe property has a total of seven and a half acres with plenty of more woods to explore adjacent to the property!
- Kayak / CanoeWe have a red canoe that can seat four people as well as three single kayaks.
- Bicycles
- BoatThere is a paddle boat our guests can use. It seats up to 5 people.
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / PatioHas a lovely view of the lake and garden.
- Water Sports GearWe offer life jackets for all ages, some boogie boards, floating devices
- Ski & SnowboardWe have a couple of pairs of cross-country skis and two children sized snow boards and 2-3 sleds!
- TennisThere is a tennis court across from the public swimming pool in Stamford, NY (6 miles from the house)
- GolfThe Stamford Golf Course (within 6 miles)
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa
- Communal PoolThere is a public swimming pool within 6 miles of the house in the town of Stamford, just behind the TOPS grocery store. It is an outdoor public pool and is open July 4 - Labor Day Weekend.
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
29 Reviews
What a beautiful place to get in touch with your inner child
From entering into the house, which is so bright and beautiful to boating on the lake and exploring the woods, it was just the opportunity to get in touch with the parts of ourselves so often ignored in New York City. Kirsten was so sweet and left a fire burning for us for when we got in and was super generous about giving us extra time to check out. Thank you so much, we hope to be back again.
Such a warm and beautiful place to call home.
Kirsten and her husband were so welcoming and kind as we arrived. We had everything explained and the house was super ready for us. We can't wait to be back!
Amazing cosy cabin with beautiful lake
Had a wonderful time at the cabin, loved the uniqueness of everything in the house. Beautiful lake to wake up and had fun canoeing and swimming.. kirsten and her husband were so lovely to show us round before our stay couldnt have asked for a better weekend. Thank u so much
Great get away from the city
We had a great time with our group of friends. There is everything you need and once you’re there you don’t need to go anywhere, the house is very nice and comfy, and the lake is perfect for all day outdoor activities and games.
Great Experience and Awesome house
The photos and description do not give this cottage justice it's so much better in person. It was a wonderful getaway for our family. The property was way exceeded our expectation. The kids had a blast with the trampoline, the tree house, the playground, hammocks and swings in the backyard. We also really enjoyed the boats and the kayaks. The lake is so peaceful, clean and relaxing. If you're looking for a perfect spot to relax and enjoy some quality time with your family in a cozy cottage on a beautiful lake then look no further. Thank you for an amazing stay! We'd definitely stay here again.
The property was beautiful
Kirsten was very attentive to our inquiries . The home was large enough to accommodate my family of 4 - we didn’t use the loft bedroom or the sofa beds. Cell service was nonexistent (not at all the fault of the homeowner). WiFi was adequate
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Cross-country ski, ice skate, snow shoe, bike, hike, walk, swim, fish, canoe on your own private 25 acre lake - all in your back yard!