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Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views

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Dine on the deck under starlight.
Fireplace, deck and swing.
Enjoy a summer evening with only the view.
Lounge on the sofa.
Sit next to the fire in the living room or watch Sat TV/ DISH in the distance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Andes, NY
  • East Branch Delaware River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Canada Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

King bedroom en suite bathroom

Toilet

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views

Nestled high on the hill looking out over Pepacton reservoir, you'll find our treetop bungalow set in 5 acres of woodland and wildflower gardens. Travel just 2.5 hours from the George Washington bridge and leave the city far behind. Reconnect with fresh air, tranquility, and nature. This is true wilderness (but we still have super fast fiber optic internet!).

The 1,400 square foot Rainbow Ranch has two bedrooms (one king, one queen) and 1.5 bathrooms providing a spacious getaway for 4. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to make a delicious meal out of the fresh organic produce and homemade delights you find at farm stands and farmer’s markets and there's a dishwasher to ease the clean up.

Walk through the dining room to the giant living room and warm yourself at the bluestone fireplace, flanked by octagonal windows. Step through the picture window to the sweeping sundeck – nearly the size of the house again. Recline and enjoy your morning coffee listening to the birds and looking out over the lake with the Catskill mountains reaching out beyond.

If you can tear yourself away from the view, there are awesome hikes (everywhere!), swimming holes (20 mins), fly fishing on Beaverkill (30 min), fishing/kayaking on Pepacton Reservoir (5 mins), swimming at little pond (20 min), skiing at Belleayre (25 mins) and Plattekill (30 mins), Belleayre Music Festival (15 mins), legendary fall colors (everywhere!), antiques, auctions, and crafts (everywhere!). Have a Tesla /EV vehicle and want to explore the area? We have a NEMA 14-50 outlet in the parking area, just bring your charging cable and adapter.

Don't feel like roasting marshmallows around our campfire or lying in the hammock under countless stars surrounded by fireflies or forest bathing with a cocktail on our rocking chairs in the woods? Head to Andes (15 min), an upstate NYC outpost, and get big city comforts with a village vibe. Margaretville (great supermarket - 5 min), Bovina (15 min) Arkville (8 min), and Roxbury (20 min) also offer great dining options and mountain hospitality.

We’ll provide a full list of tips on activities, trails, and places to eat after booking so you can get the most out of your stay. You’ll return to the city recharged, laden with delicious produce, and planning your next trip!

We practice CDC cleaning guidelines and check in and out is contactless. It is our upmost concern that our guests, and the people that help us make Rainbow Ranch the great place it is, stay healthy and safe.

Great things we didn’t mention yet!
Campfire • croquet • tree swing • fireplace • firewood supplied • landline phone with free national calls • super fast fiber optic internet wifi • 39' flatscreen • SLING for Network TV • 100s of DVDs • speakers • Audioengine speakers • board games • cotton sheets • down comforters • hair dryer • luggage racks • pack and play • ironing board • high-powered fans • portable ACs • washing machine • dryer • dishwasher • microwave • toaster • coffee grinder drip coffee maker • kettle • cocktail shaker • BBQ • fire pit • seasonal hammock • TESLA/EV 14-50 outlet

Property manager

Rolla and Heather
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No puppie- must be potty trained. $65/ dog/ stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We provide an ashtray for outdoor use.
All our guests have been great. Treat our place like you would like your place treated. No hunting/guns, fireworks, ATVs.
House private but noise travels. Complaints from our neighbors will terminate stay. Use our directions to avoid turning into wrong road + disturbing.
Let us know about damage - we may waive charges for small items in thanks. If you're unhappy let us know - we can't fix issues we don't know about.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Margaretville

Located in Margaretville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Delaware & Ulster Railroad and Denning Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pine Hill Community Center and Hobart Book Village. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Andes, NY

What's nearby

  • East Branch Delaware River - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canada Falls - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 22 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 24 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Catskill Mountains - 26 min drive - 30.8 km

Getting around

  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Marguerite - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Locale - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wayside Cider Tap Room - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Binnekill Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ark Bowl & BBQ - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Catskill State Park and East Branch Delaware River. Canada Falls and Delaware & Ulster Railroad are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 154 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tricia L.

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

Perfect

This home was amazing and spacious! The hosts went above and beyond. They responded quickly to any questions we had. We can’t wait to book here again! Outstanding views!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Wonderful stay!!!

My daughter, 2 grandsons and I enjoyed this comfortable, clean house in the woods overlooking mountains and a lake. The boys said the house was "awesome". My daughter and I especially liked the comfy beds, nice pillows, and bed linens that smelled like fresh air! Everything was as described. We only wish it was warm enough to sit on the deck enjoying the beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela C.

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

Cozy house with a great view

We enjoyed our 4-night stay at this property. We particularly loved the porch overlooking the lake, the chimney in the living room and the amount of natural sunlight that one gets in the living/dining room (there are windows and glass doors everywhere). The house is conveniently located close to Margaretville and relatively close to skiing, making it the perfect place for a ski trip or just a getaway from the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

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

Everything I wanted

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had such a lovely stay! The home was perfect! We loved the privacy of the home, nestled in the woods! The views were so beautiful, perfectly serene! The kitchen was well stocked with cooking essentials. We especially loved the fireplace which we used everyday. Thank you for such a wonderful stay, it was the getaway we really needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

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

Peaceful retreat

My husband and I stayed to celebrate our 9 year anniversary. We enjoyed a nice hike, then relaxed by the fire all night
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia K.

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

Just like the photos

This home is just the perfect little getaway. The views are pretty great and with all the sliding glass doors you have that view inside or out on the huge deck. Its very private and quiet but close enough to restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cate C.

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

What A Beautiful Pocket of Peace

My husband and I spent a 4 days and 3 nights at this lovely home. We spent every morning and night relaxing on the deck. The view is amazing. As city folks, it is not often we get to see animals in their natural habitats. It was precious. The home is beautifully decorated and curated with a modern day mid-century vibe. Great vintage pieces. The bed was very comfortable. The house is super clean. The people in Margretville were very nice. We are planning to come back again. If we could 5+ stars we would.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

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

Lovely house in watershed area

Well-maintained house with everything you need, in a woodsy setting with a lovely garden. Roomy 2-bedroom, nice deck with lots of birds. Near Margaretville. We’ll be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor D.

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

Great stay to get away from hustle and bustle!

Was the perfect stay to get away from NYC and into the woods. LOTS of great areas to hike. Note: no Verizon service within like 3 miles of the house (not an issue one bit, of course, and Wifi speed is great but just something to note)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gintare L.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

The location is beautiful and peaceful! The beds are very comfortable, the living room with a fireplace is very spacious, looking out into a beautiful patio with a lake and Mountain View! Absolutely worth the 3 hour drive from CT!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Another wonderful weekend

2nd time here and even more in love with it! The owners are fantastic. The house is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Wonderful Getaway

Charming house with a wonderful view. We got away from the city for a while and decompressed. Enjoyed the wonderful fireplace and spacious deck, early morning coffee with the sunrise. Enjoyed a full moon with a walk in the woods, something my wife and I have never done. Something we will always remember.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Sweet Spot

*The ONLY problem is not wanting to leave!!! All logistics/ practicalities on point... communications gracious, the location is perfect, this cozy cabins minimalistic 70s charm is highlighted by having all windows & decks so you feel connected to outside even inside!! Perfect & charming... We celebrated the Solar Eclipse here and can't wait to come back before the next one, lol!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimilee N.

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

Peaceful winter retreat in the Catskills

My wife and I and our two dogs had a wonderful week-long stay at Rainbow Ranch. We came up from the city for a peaceful place to work and relax. The home was perfect for our plans and had everything we could possibly need including blankets and all the kitchen necessities. We had beautiful snow on the ground for our first couple of days but felt cozy inside. We loved how much sun comes in through the many windows all day long and so did the dogs (chronic sunbathers!). We will definitely be back next winter.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

I used to word "spectacular"

My wife and I have been coming to the region for more than 12 years. We have stayed at several different places but we think from now on, THIS will be "THE ONE". I tend not to use the word, but found myself thanking the owners by saying "everything was SPECTACULAR"! It is really the perfect out of the way place for a quiet vacation, but still close enough to the rest of things in the region. Your first day, you might want to arrive while there is still light, as the final turns can be confusing. Once you have done it though, it is actually very easy. There are so many positives to this place, I don't know really how to list them all. Beautiful kitchen, great fireplace, wonderful deck, comfy beds! Thanks for a great few days. We can not wait to return
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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

Lovely place to stay

It was only a short, stay, just three nights, but what a beautiful and cozy place. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

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

Great place in the woods

Dog-friendly, easily accessible hiking, very clear instructions. Wonderful place to stay with large windows and privacy. Easy access to restaurants and food shopping nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

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

Super Chill!

Loved my stay here. In the cut with beautiful views of reservoir.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Karan P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend stay with friends

Overall experience was good, location is not too remote and convenient. One small thing to complain about was beds and sofa were not cleaned properly as we had saw animal hairs all over it. Other than that would definitely recommend the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Perfect little getaway

Just a quick getaway from reality and it was just what we needed! Super clean, beautiful views everything was great! Hiking was really close by and we even explored the reservoir across the way. The quiet, stars, cold weather and glowing fires at night made it perfection! Thank you for opening your home to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Peaceful

I stayed for 5 nights. Very serene wooded home wt extensive deck overlooking the reservoir. Everything was as advertised wt no issues. A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Reservoir view

Very relaxing, pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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