10/10 Excellent
Ryan R.
Jan 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ryan R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Entire home
A Clean and Simple Retreat
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 91440 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Jewett, NY
- Place, Catskill State Park1 min walk
- Place, Hunter Mountain9 min drive
- Place, Windham Mountain Resort10 min drive
- Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)54 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Twin Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A Clean and Simple Retreat
A Clean and Simple Retreat
Come find peace and relaxation at this simple country home. Located on a quiet road with easy access to Hunter and Windham towns and Ski resorts. Countless hiking options, lakes and other outdoor activities during the Spring, Summer and Fall. Imagine morning coffee on the large front covered porch while overlooking the newly rehabbed East Kill Creek (stocked with brown trout DEC).
The Space
Originally built in the late 1800s, this historical country home has been recently updated with an open floor plan on the first floor, finished in beautiful Bamboo floors and includes updated Culligan water system, Sub-zero refrigerator and propane Viking stove. There is also a Washer and Dryer located upstairs.
4 Bedrooms (linens, beds and bath, provided)
2 queen beds
1 full size bed
3 twins (which includes a bunk bed)
Guest Access
You will have access to the entire house and property. Adequate cell phone reception. Fiber optic Wi-Fi for all your needs, along with a binder full of area secrets and suggestions to keep you entertained and busy. The house has books and toys for the kids as well as games and puzzles for the adults.
Local Attractions
7 minutes to Windham
8 minutes to Hunter
0 minutes to East Kill Creek to Fish
20-25 minutes to Kaaterskill Falls
20 minutes to West Kill Brewing
30 minutes to North/South Lake
Countless Hiking Options
Local Farm stands
Local Antiquing
Come find peace and relaxation at this simple country home. Located on a quiet road with easy access to Hunter and Windham towns and Ski resorts. Countless hiking options, lakes and other outdoor activities during the Spring, Summer and Fall. Imagine morning coffee on the large front covered porch while overlooking the newly rehabbed East Kill Creek (stocked with brown trout DEC).
The Space
Originally built in the late 1800s, this historical country home has been recently updated with an open floor plan on the first floor, finished in beautiful Bamboo floors and includes updated Culligan water system, Sub-zero refrigerator and propane Viking stove. There is also a Washer and Dryer located upstairs.
4 Bedrooms (linens, beds and bath, provided)
2 queen beds
1 full size bed
3 twins (which includes a bunk bed)
Guest Access
You will have access to the entire house and property. Adequate cell phone reception. Fiber optic Wi-Fi for all your needs, along with a binder full of area secrets and suggestions to keep you entertained and busy. The house has books and toys for the kids as well as games and puzzles for the adults.
Local Attractions
7 minutes to Windham
8 minutes to Hunter
0 minutes to East Kill Creek to Fish
20-25 minutes to Kaaterskill Falls
20 minutes to West Kill Brewing
30 minutes to North/South Lake
Countless Hiking Options
Local Farm stands
Local Antiquing
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Formal affairs welcomed, drinking parties no
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Formal affairs welcomed, drinking parties no
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
This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Jewett
Located in Jewett, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Windham Mountain Resort and Hunter Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Traveling with kids? Consider Mountain Top Arboretum and Empire State Railway Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Jewett, NY
What's nearby
- Catskill State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Hunter Mountain - 9 min drive - 12.5 km
- Windham Mountain Resort - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
- Catskill Mountains - 25 min drive - 33.7 km
- Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 32 min drive - 46.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oktoberfest at Hunter Mountain - 11 min drive
- Kaatskill Mountain Club - 15 min drive
- Fellow - 10 min drive
- Chicken Run - 9 min drive
- Catskill Mountain Country Store - Windham - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
RSVP P.
Jan 20, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
RSVP P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Nancy Q.
Feb 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect
Nancy Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Never M.
Aug 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Never M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Annie W.
Feb 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy house with easy access to Windham Ski Mountain
Annie W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
joann t.
Dec 20, 2018
Prime location for ski
joann t.
10/10 Excellent
Ruth R.
Jun 30, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Ruth R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Joe K.
Jun 13, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Joe K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
George P.
Jan 2, 2019
Great house for a mountain get away
George P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
About the host
Hosted by John and Kristen Zarella
Family of 5. We work hard and play hard, love spending time as a family in simple and peaceful surroundings.
Why they chose this property
We love to ski and hike the Catskills, have been for years, when the house is not booked this is our country getaway.
What makes this property unique
Clean and with fresh updates all around, high end appliances nice added touch, warm and cozy. plenty of space, and nice flat yard for flag football, big front porch, fire pit on side of the house.
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