Sparrow Farm Cottage & Majestic Waterfall

The Sparrow House is a beautiful Catskills farmhouse with a private trail to a breathtaking 120' sacred waterfall. Bordering a slate rock gorge and unspoiled forest, it is a peaceful retreat with a cozy wood stove, outdoor sauna and sweeping views of the mountains ideal for couples, families, and small groups of nature lovers, the house is not appropriate for loud parties. Events require pre-approval.

The Space
The Sparrow House can sleep up to 7 guests (including 2 extra single mattresses for flexible sleeping). The master bedroom has a queen bed; the second bedroom a full; and the downstairs living room an oversized single daybed which can be a flex 3rd bedroom. Perfect sleeping by the fire or lounging around, the living room has a wall of sliding doors that open to the patio, backyard, fire pit, and forest.

The Sparrow House also has a full wainscoted kitchen, dining room, sitting room, outdoor sauna, 2 full bathrooms (one with tub, one with walk-in shower), central heat, washer/dryer, and high-speed WiFi. There are two window AC units upstairs, though the house stays pretty cool on its own. Two large flat panel TVs (HDMI only) are available. There is no cable or network TV.

Outdoors
Relax on the huge back patio, the side porch off the kitchen or under the trees in a hammock. The large fenced yard is bordered by honeysuckle and apple trees, with hummingbird feeders, a firepit, and space to run around. Dogs are welcome (fee: $75/dog), but please keep them off beds and furniture.

The Waterfall
Kahonrakén:ra is truly magical. A sacred site, revered for its powerful energy it cascades into a secluded pool before flowing into emerald swimming holes and clay riverbeds. This is a deeply restorative space. Please treat it—and the land—with care and reverence.

Local Attractions
The house is close to Middleburgh, Cobleskill, and West Fulton, home to the delightful Sap Bush Café and Panther Creek Arts. Nearby you'll also find cideries, wine and general stores, hiking trails (like Vroman's Nose), farmers markets, antique shops, the Zoom Flume Water Park, Howe’s Caverns, and more.

Whether you're looking to soak up the quiet, explore nature or watch a double rainbow over the wildflower fields, The Sparrow House is the perfect upstate escape any time of year.