Hudson Valley, the Gunks - Beautiful Cottage - Kerhonkson

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

Kerhonkson, NY

Minnewaska State Park5 min drive
Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center16 min drive
Mohonk Lake33 min drive
Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Hudson Valley, the Gunks - Beautiful Cottage

Sky Island is the unique ecosystem of the craggy cliffs of Shawangunk Mountains famous among rock climbers. Nestled between the Rondout Creek and the D&H Canal, the cottage sits in a pastoral glade of trees, birds and deer. Kerhonkson is a Hudson River Valley town of natural beauty. It's a five minute drive to Minnewaska State Park and the Mohonk Preserve. This totally renovated 1840’s cottage is ideal for a couple, but also serves as a peaceful getaway for anyone wishing to spend some quiet time alone. It has a wood burning fireplace, cathedral ceiling with skylights and a private deck. It's an easy entry to the D&H Canal Rail Trail for walking, bicycling, cross-country skiing or bird watching. Regretfully, we cannot accommodate children or pets. Fireplace, Phone, Air Conditioning, Cable TV, DVD, Radio/CD Player, Full Kitchen, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Cooking utensils and Linens provided, Washer, Dryer, Deck, Charcoal Grill (BBQ), No Smoking

Property manager

Irene

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests are obligated to provide their home address.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kerhonkson

Located in Kerhonkson, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Catskill Mountains and Minnewaska State Park, while Shadowland Theater and DM Weil Gallery are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kerhonkson, NY

What's nearby

World's Second Largest Garden Gnome - 5 min drive
Minnewaska State Park - 5 min drive
Shawangunk Mountains - 14 min drive
Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 16 min drive
Mohonk Lake - 33 min drive

Getting around

Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
‪Yang's Kitchen - ‬11 min walk
‪Mountain Brauhaus Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
‪Rough Cut Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
‪Ricke Len's Country Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hudson Valley, the Gunks - Beautiful Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hudson Valley, the Gunks - Beautiful Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hudson Valley, the Gunks - Beautiful Cottage?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Hudson Valley, the Gunks - Beautiful Cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Federated Church of Kerhonkson and within 3 miles (5 km) of Minnewaska State Park and Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church. World's Second Largest Garden Gnome is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

6 July 2024

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

Perfect location!

This is an adorable, well maintained house in a perfect location. There is a trail right out the front door. It is minutes away from Minnewaska and Mohonk. A great couples get away.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah A.

24 June 2024

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

Serenity

We enjoyed our weekend to Kerhonkson and the Hudson Valley area. The cottage was perfect for the 2 of us. Clean, charming, adjacent to a beautiful walking path, and the property itself was peaceful and cozy. Irene is an amazing host. Emailed prior to check-in with various recommendations for eating, shopping, and site seeing. We walked to Mill & Main for a wonderful dinner, and took advantage of the provision shop for coffee one morning (but loved having the coffee pot & accessories at the house too!). What an amazing treat to have been able to enjoy this property. Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven with us Irene! We hope to be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

8 May 2024

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

Lovely Cottage

Wonderful cottage and was stocked with everything we needed. Well deserving of the highest rating.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

17 April 2024

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

A Cozy Cabin

This cabin was extremely clean and had everything you could need. The location next to the trail was outstanding. The fireplace worked great for the chilly weather. It is super cute and I would definitely recommend it for a couple nights away. Irene was a great host.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie H.

18 March 2024

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

Wonderful getaway!

We loved our long weekend at the cottage. It's cozy and really feels like a home. The patio, yard, and rail trail right out the door give you so much outdoor space as well! Great proximity to hiking, restaurants, breweries, and more. Irene was an excellent host and shared many great recommendations for the area. We hope to come back soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat A.

15 March 2024

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

Loved our stay!

This was our second time back and we were so happy to stay here again! The cottage is so cozy and clean. Having the rail trail right there to go out for walks is great. And Minnewaska was a short drive away to go hiking. Highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L., Long Island, NY

13 February 2024

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

Cozy cottage

This was our second time here and it won’t be the last! This cottage is so cozy it’s more comfortable than my home! We enjoyed the fireplace immensely. Irene is a great host providing amenities you don’t expect in a rental. It’s also close to great hiking, biking, easy rail trail walks and the town of new Paltz.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

20 November 2023

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

amazing cottage!

Irene was such a wonderful host, my fiance and I were looking to get away for his birthday and we were pleasantly surprised by everything the cottage and surrounding area had to offer. It was cozy, quaint, and we felt right at home. The local breweries and hiking paths in the area enhanced our stay and we look forward to coming back!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesco M.

13 November 2023

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

Wonderful location and hospitality

This was our fourth time at this cozy cottage by the rail trail in Kerhonkson. As usual, the cottage is clean, fully furnished with all necessary amenities, and ready for winter with nice heating throughout. We had a really peaceful and restful time and we thoroughly recommend the place and the host, Irene.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Leonia

29 October 2023

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

Beautiful cottage

Clean, adorable cottage and wonderful host. Very private and right by trail.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen L., Long Island, NY

18 October 2023

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

Charming cottage

This cottage was the cutest cottage we’ve stayed in! Irene is the ultimate host providing amenities above and beyond with touches of comfort. We loved the location in its proximity to great hiking and there’s a rail trail right out the door! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

10 October 2023

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

Perfect

The house was clean and cozy and check-in was so easy. Loved sitting on the deck and enjoying a glass of wine in the evenings after hiking. Thank you Irene for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

10 October 2023

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

It really was an enchanted cottage.

We loved the location, secluded and yet on the rail trail. The garden was lovely and the house was well appointed. It was just right for two people. We would love to stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn D.

10 October 2023

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

Lives up to its name

Adorable cottage in a perfect location. Centrally located to many activities. Solitude, beautiful views. Host made the stay so special with a well-stocked kitchen a nice array of drinks. Clean and cozy. Highly recommend this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

24 September 2023

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

Truly enchanted

Cottage is simply lovely with quaint decor and is well stocked and comfortable. The deck is perfect to enjoy morning coffee or beer/wine in the evening to wind down. And the landscaping is so pretty. Perfect location to Minnewaska State Park. Five star experience. Irene is amazing.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gleria C.

15 September 2023

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

Our experience

Cozy place, we were so happy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

14 September 2023

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

Perfect Race Weekend Cottage Stay

My Husband and I travelled to the Sky Island Cottage to be close to Minnewaska State Park for the SOS triathlon. Irene's cottage was perfect for our needs. The cottage was immaculate, had everything we needed, was quiet and very comfortable. The cottage is right on the trail system and has a wonderful market with amazing coffee and a restaurant with fantastic drinks just a short walk away. We also very much enjoyed the local brewery, RoughCut. We can't say enough wonderful things about the cottage! The communication with Irene was also excellent and we had a very easy check in and check out. We obviously can't wait to go back!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maurice F.

11 September 2023

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

Perfect Winter Escape

Beautiful little cottage with everything needed to be snug and toasty on cold winter days and nights.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G., Hoboken, NJ

22 August 2023

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

Charming cottage in a bucolic setting

We had a wonderful time at Irene's cottage and enjoyed total privacy in a restful, bucolic area. The location is conveniently located near a rail trail perfect for biking and walking. There is a lovely deck for outdoor relaxation. Irene's cottage was comfortable (the bed especially is amazingly comfortable), clean and well equipped. We will happily stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

8 August 2023

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

Excellent get away

Excellent access to the rail trail. Conviennent access to outdoor destinations

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B., Carmel Valley, CA

4 June 2023

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

Enchanted Cottage

Delightful cottage worthy of its 5 star reviews.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S. H.

23 May 2023

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

Charming cottage

Charming in its simplicity. Very well equipped. Surrounded by nature. Very thoughtful and helpful host.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicol F., Brooklyn

29 March 2023

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

Magical Indeed

We absolutely loved our experience. The house is filled with every amenity you can think of. Don't even get me started on this fireplace - what a joy! I picked this location specifically because of the access to the trail. What a wonderful experience - being able to walk out the front door and your wilderness journey begins. You can walk for literal miles enjoying a flat path with the river to your left. It was the decompression we were searching for. Irene is such a lovely woman and we were grateful to have such a thoughtful host. I would like to mention a prior reviewer stated you can see people on the trail from the windows but if this isn't your speed, just roll down the curtains - this is what we did in the evenings and it was great. Literally down the block is the best provisions store with local yummies and the BEST coffee. We hope to rent again the summer. Do not pass this listing up!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis C.

28 February 2023

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

Perfect getaway

Irene offered us lots of information about the cottage and attractions in the area. The cottage was spotless and so comfortable! The area around the cottage is peaceful, quiet, and full of natural beauty. The location is terrific - right near an easy trail for walking, close to lots of hiking and lots of great restaurants. We're so happy we stayed with at the cottage!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

6 February 2023

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

Perfect getaway

The cottage was perfect. Irene thought of everything and it is all kept so clean and thoughtfully. The area is amazing with so many beautiful things to explore. Even in the winter we found some fun hikes and things to explore. The cabin was cozy with the fireplace and there’s a perfect little coffee shop/provisions store a 3 minute walk down the street. Highly recommend this cottage!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Irene

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

* Sky Island Cottage offers a MID-WEEK DISCOUNT SPECIAL, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. These three nights only. Book all three contiguous nights for a discount.

2021 rate- $375 plus 2% tax and VRBO fee

2022 rate- $450 plus 2% tax and VRBO fee