Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve
Our very special family home has the best of both worlds- a private 24 acres abutting a nature sanctuary that is only 5 minutes to the bustling town of Catskill, NY. Our home has four comfortable bedrooms with four baths (including a large master suite with balcony), large entertainment rooms that flows seamlessly from chef kitchen to open hearth living room and a downstairs area with 8 bunk beds, rec center and bar area. Whether you want to celebrate your family reunion, relax with your kids or gather with friends, you will love the heated pool, walks through the fields, and basketball and pickle ball court in the front driveway.
Family Friendly Country House Rental includes:
4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom 2 Bunk rooms (sleeps 4 each) Sun room with Sleeper sofa 15 minutes from Hudson (12 minutes from Hudson Amtrak Station) 35 Minutes from Hunter Mountain and Windham Ski areas Open floor plan Large Chef's Kitchen Stone wood burning fireplace Ping Pong room Foosball Table Large Playroom Large Master suite Sunroom with electric "woodburning" stove Great for groups and entertaining 2 extra floor mattresses Crib Pack 'n' Play (available on request) Long driveway with basket ball hoop Lots of land
We have a large 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom modern country house in Catskill, New York. The drive typically takes 2.5 hours from Brooklyn. The house is a 15 minute drive to Hudson NY which is filled with restaurants and beautiful stores, art galleries, yoga studios and boutiques. 12 minutes to the Amtrak station in Hudson (train ride is exactly 2 hours from NYC). We are also 35 minutes from Hunter Mountain and Windham Ski areas and excellent hiking areas. Near Olana and Thomas Cole House. Our house is down a long driveway, not visible from the road and sits on 26 acres. It is on top of a big, hilly meadow overlooking a forever-wild forest/bird sanctuary. Excellent sledding right out the backdoor! Feeling of country seclusion and privacy but extremely convenient as it's only ½ mile from grocery stores, a diner, a bowling alley, Walgreens & CVS, an urgent care, a wine store, a coffee shop, a first run movie theater, a few cute stores, a good pizza place and Beerworld!
The house itself has a big open, airy floor plan and high ceilings. All of the rooms are very clean and spare. Pine floors with radiant heating. Very, very kid friendly (and adult friendly too). Big fully-equipped kitchen. All modern appliances: double oven, stainless fridge, big gas stove, granite counters. Seating for 6 on counter stools and kitchen table seats 4-6. Kitchen open to sunken living room with big picture window and a big stone fireplace (ideal for apres ski lounging). The dining room table with leaves can seat up to 12 people (with a little extension table can seat 14). There is a room devoted to a ping pong table with an armoire filled with lots of games and puzzles. A big sunroom with great views, a pull out sofa and table for 4. The crown jewel for parents is a giant finished basement, 2 bunk rooms (sleeps 8), big screen TV (55" high def plays DVDs, blu-ray) and playroom with foosball table, too many toys, art easel, air hockey, etc... Lots of childrens' and baby books. The playroom has a carpeted living area with comfy couch and chairs and plenty of room for playing and hanging out. There is bar/counter in playroom that seats 8 and a full bathroom. Although it is a basement it also has windows and access to the backyard because the house is built on a hill. There are 3 bedrooms with king sized beds and 1 bedroom with 2 full sized beds. The master bedroom is huge and the master bath has a big deep tub and glass shower with multiple jets. There is also a large art studio that is available for adult artists or older responsible kids/teens (with permission). We have excellent wi-fi. For spring/summer renters we have a very large stone patio and large heated pool. Basketball hoop, bikes and scooters, croquet, cornhole (beanbag toss), bocce etc... There is also a large front deck that we like to use almost exclusively for family dance parties. And a big grill. A nice retreat for one family or excellent place for groups. We regularly host 2 or 3 other families easily.
Thanks! Sarah
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About the area
Catskill
Located in Catskill, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Bristol Beach State Park and Catskill State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lumberyard Contemporary Performing Arts and Greene County Council on the Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Stoddard Corner and Kiwanis Ice Arena. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Lumberyard Contemporary Performing Arts - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
HITS-on-the-Hudson - 14 min drive - 23.3 km
Kaaterskill Falls - 28 min drive - 32.8 km
Hunter Mountain - 31 min drive - 42.0 km
Getting around
Hudson Station - 13 min drive
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 22 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Cumberland Farms - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 20 min walk
Creekside - 6 min drive
Ambrosia Diner - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve?
As of 4 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve on 19 Dec, 2025 start from S$1,441, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Amazing Contemporary Family Home with Pool next to Nature Preserve located?
This family-friendly Catskill holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kykuit, Lumberyard Contemporary Performing Arts and Greene County Council on the Arts. RamsHorn-Livingston Sanctuary and Thomas Cole National Historic Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great time, it was a wonderful stay! We would love to go back again for another vacation one day. The property manager was very responsive and the area was so beautiful and very convenient.
Elizabeth K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hannah C.
5 Jul, 2018
Lovely rental!
We had an amazing stay at this beautiful family home. The house is a perfect rental, it has everything you could want for a weekend getaway and the views/serenity of the location are equally amazing. The owners were also easy to communicate with and a pleasure to rent from. Highly recommend this rental property!
Hannah C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thanks Hannah!
So happy your group had a great get-away!
Great house in a beautiful town! Fantastic in the winter and would love to come back in the summer!
We had a great time relaxing by the fire place, playing ping pong, hosting meals where our large group could all eat together, and exploring local shops and site! 5 stars!
This is the only property that we have re-booked and, once again, it did not disappoint. The setting is beautiful, the location is perfect (private, yet close to stores, restaurants, sites) and the pool is heavenly. My family was thrilled to return to this house and my dog could not have been happier. We will not hesitate to book this property for a third time!
Best house ever. Private and tucked away but super close to a really nice town. Gorgeous pool. Beautiful views and sunsets. Surprisingly well stocked kitchen - we cooked big family meals and had everything we needed. Bedrooms were beautiful. Sweet little bar setup in the basement and an awesome patio. Couldn't ask for more!
Mikey L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2022
Thanks so much Mikey, glad you enjoyed the house! We look forward to hosting you again.
Great pool, great location in proximity to so many spots to explore. Very private. Lots of space for everyone to be comfortable sitting indoors and outdoors.
No A/C in the basement but the kids didn’t seem to mind. We had a minor issue and management was very responsive.
Overall, really fun spot will definitely come back.
I can run out of superlatives when describing our time at this property. Check in was a breeze, the hosts were a text away, the house is beautiful without being stuffy, immaculate, kitchen had everything you could possibly imagine needing, and the property was so lovely, gorgeous views, and peaceful. Our dog had the time of f his life and all of us (except the dog) spent luxurious time in the terrific (and clean!) pool. This is a perfect spot for family and friends. Loved grilling and eating outdoors while enjoying the panoramic views. The property is completely private but there’s shopping and things to do a very short drive away. Property photos and description are accurate but can’t adequately convey the special feel of this place. Would rent this property again in a heartbeat!
Great property for multiple families. Property owner and manager were great to communicate with and very responsive. Awesome locale and beautiful get away!
Wow wow wow.
This place is increíble. Everything was well thought out. The pool was great. The beds were comfortable. There was so much space for my friends and I. The place provided more than enough basic essentials (towels, linens, toilet paper, paper towels, kitchen supplies, etc.). Everything was just well thought out. There was never a moment where we thought, oh I wish this place had so and so. It had a pool with pool accessories (floaties, pool noodles, etc), gas grill with extra propane gas, extra board games to play with. I’m telling u - this place had everything!
And for my friends and I, it is very important that we find a place that is secluded. Coming up the driveway, there is a house down the road. We’re always wanting to be careful not to disrupt neighbors and it seems we didn’t cause any disturbance to that one neighbor since they’re really not that close. The house does a great job at holding in sound which is wonderful since I had a few friends who are talented singers and musicians and wanted to share their talent with us during the trip.
Also, it’s conveniently one mile away from the closest Walgreens and Walmart! How great is that!
The host was soooo sooo kind and always responded promptly to any questions we had. She made sure we had everything we needed and was just simply the most friendly host ever.
I highly recommend renting this place. My friends and I couldn’t stop falling in love with this house!!!
We spent 4 nights at this beautiful house and by we, I mean 4 families comprised of 7 adults and 8 kids ranging in age from 1 to 16. We had a great time relaxing by the pool, grilling and hanging out in the family room and sun room. We played ping pong and the kids had copious games to choose from.
The house was well stocked with towels, kitchen items for cooking big family meals and grill utensils. We had enough beds for everyone and the kids loved the bunk rooms in the basement.
A great relaxing stay!
Our group loved everything about this property. Most importantly, I appreciated the property manager's responsiveness and kindness. I love this property so much that all future guests treat this place with care and joy.
We had a wonderful family summer vacation with our three married children at this spacious comfortable home set on a large beautiful property. Immediately in back of the house is very large patio which is a good spot for summer evening outdoor dining. Next to that is a nice-sized pool and pool area, which is welcome especially on hot summer days in the Hudson Valley. The house is very well-equipped. It has a grand master bedroom suite with several other good bedrooms and more sleeping options., a well equipped kitchen, toys and games for children and grown-ups. It is close driving distance to Hudson and an easy drive to Kaaterskill Falls and the Catskill Mountains. Alex the manager of the property takes great care of the property, is a wonderful hostess and is always available to answer questions about the area and the house.
Perfect place for a friend reunion / family gathering
The space was so group-friendly - from dining to the bar to the games area to the outdoor fire pit. Had everything we needed and was so well stocked for large group cooking which can often be a challenge in rentals with larger numbers. It was extremely clean and tastefully decorated - the master bedroom was out of this world and more plush than any hotel I’ve been to. 10/10 from everyone in my group - we’d love to come back! Thanks!
Our group had an amazing time! So much space and room for activities, beautiful property, amazing pool! Hope we are able to come back in the future. Thank you!
I rented this property for a weekend getaway from NYC with family and friends. The property is beautiful, and there are tons of activities (swimming, outdoor games, ping pong, board games, etc.). Everything was clean, and we had no complaints about any of the bedrooms/bathrooms. Overall, we loved our stay and would definitely come back.
This house is gorgeous. The owners have though of everything. It overlooks the most amazing landscape and a bird Sanctuary. The pool overlook acres and acres of green! It has something for everybody!! We ran out of propane and the owners came to replace it immediately! Will definitely return to this home and it’s hospitality!
We had an amazing time at this home, it was comfortable and clean and spacious and had everything we needed for our 4 families and more. The property is gorgeous too. We all would highly recommend.
Miranda D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin P.
20 Sept, 2018
Beautiful and Private
We rented the house with a small group for our wedding weekend. The house was beautiful and clean. There was plenty of beds and room for getting ready. Private setting made it feel remote but still be close to town.
Caitlin P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
William F.
27 May, 2018
Amazing Getaway
Perfect place for some friends to spend the weekend on a secluded property that is a 20min drive from Hudson NY.
William F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Gail K.
24 Feb, 2018
Great house!
Great time was had by all - from baby to adult. Great house and location.
Gail K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Daniel S.
4 Aug, 2017
Perfectly balanced family get-a-way
My wife and I stayed herewith our 7 and 4 yr old, 4 month old, plus my sisters family with her 9 and 7 yr old and our mom. There was a perfect amount of space for all of us to have our own quiet and private time while plenty to do together as a family. This was so relaxing and stress free, which is rare for family vacations. Everything was laid out beautifully with clear instructions. The downstairs playroom was great to keep the kids occupied while giving the adults some adult time. Hope to return again sometime soon.
Daniel S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert R.
19 May, 2017
Perfect house
House was clean and it was the perfect accommodations for our large family with two small children. Plenty to do around the house and conveniently located in Catskill and close to Hudson. I would definitely recommend this house and stay there again.
Robert R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
About the host
Hosted by Susanna Mitchell
We divide our time between Brooklyn and Catskill. We have two energetic and curious boys who love riding their bikes up the driveway, exploring the woods and retreating to the basement to build forts. In the summer, we play tennis in Saugerties, spend endless hours in the pool overlooking the fields and bird sanctuary. This last year, we hand painted a pickle ball in the front driveway. We ski in the winter at Hunter, mountain bike, and entertain many friends, especially post Covid. We are excited to share our home with you.
Why they chose this property
Our Hudson Valley house is comfortable, relaxing and spacious. Whether its just the four of us, or we are hosting multiple groups of friends and family, there are so many places for people to gather, to sit, to laugh, to play. We have winter tournaments of ping pong, and foosball. In the summer, we mountain bike and hike around the fields. We get lost in the woods, or take a short ride to the many restaurants in the area. The pool in the summer provides endless entertainment.
What makes this property unique
We have can sleep a couple or 16 people. With central air, radiant heat and outdoor grill, our house is perfect for families, groups of friends who come together and reunions of all kinds. The house is a place of joy and peace with multiple amenities.