The photos really don't do justice to this place. If you want clean, tranquil, spacious, relaxing and fun - this is for you. After the long drive, we were happy to find the house stocked with coffee, teas, creamers, and even "fixings" for homemade s'mores. We lucked-out to get a reservation during leaf-peeping season since it fills up fast. The Minnewaska and Shawangunk area HAS to be the ABSOLUTE BEST place to enjoy the autumn colors! STUNNING! Emily recommended many good restaurants. The sandwiches and salads at Cohen's bakery in nearby Ellenville were excellent and affordable - possibly the best we've had. Our vacation "agenda" included hiking the Table Rocks trail in Minnewaska (make sure to stop at the huge pagoda near the parking lot for 180+ degree view of the mountains) followed by late lunch at Ollie's Pizza (try the "Pepper Party" sandwich!). When we got back to Kin House, we had a long soak in the hot tub, wine and cheese by the firepit, and stargazed in the covered top floor outdoor alcove (where we also enjoyed morning coffee). We really like a place that has as much to do inside as it does outside (in case the weather doesn't cooperate); Kin House has a wood burning fire stove, multiple rooms with overstuffed sofas, for reading, movies, talking etc. A nice selection of books, some craft supplies and workout equipment were available too. We didn't get a chance to use the outdoor grill, hammock and sofas on the huge deck, but hope to return in the summer!