Charming, Roomy, Art-filled House Surrounded by Mountain Views/Natural Beauty

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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

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Pet-friendly
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Parking available
Washer
Hot tub
Kitchen

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West Kill, NY

Catskill Mountains
‪16 min drive‬
Hunter Mountain
‪24 min drive‬
Windham Mountain Resort
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Finished Laundry Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Loft Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Rec Room

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Futons

Rec Room

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

PLEASE NOTE: THIS HOUSE IS ONLY RENTED OUT FOR THE ENTIRE SUMMER FROM 5/10 TO 9/10 TO ONE RENTER/FAMILY FOR $14,000. FOR EACH DAY BEYOND MAY 10 THAT IT IS NOT RENTED, THERE WILL BE A PRO-RATED CREDIT SUBTRACTED FROM THE RENT.

Roomy art-filled mountain house with wonderful views on gorgeous, secluded property, surrounded by state reserve and only minutes from hiking, biking, skiing (downhill and cross-country), golfing. fishing, antiquing and swimming. Gardens surround the house with beautiful flower and rock arrangements. 3 private bedrooms with double beds, 1 with attached full bath and another with separate full bath. Lower level has rec-room with wet-bar and pool table and plenty of board games. Well furnished kitchen, large gas and charcoal grille with dining room or outside deck-dining overlooking splendid gardens. TV; wide screen smart TV with HBOMAX, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Disney+, DVR, DVD player with wonderful DVD library, and high definition cable . Fiber optic broadband with WI-FI. Broadband speed is around 250 mbps.

House is very tastefully decorated with classic midcentury Danish Furniture and antiques. There is artwork in every room, and also on the grounds outdoors.

Sleep with cotton sheets, multiple down pillows for every guest, and down comforters. We also have non-feather bedding for those who are allergic.

BUT before you sleep, rest your tired bones, especially after a day of skiing or hiking in our outdoor hot tub. You can let the jets massage you while looking at the mountain views, or up at the stars.

Some rooms have flowers and greenery during the winter and early spring.

Pets must be disclosed and approved. We allow a maximum of 2 well-behaved and house-trained dogs. There is a pet fee of $20 per dog for each day of the stay which must be paid before the start of the reservation. Cats are not allowed.

NOTE: As part of our house rules we will ask the booking guest to go through a verification process which entails sending a picture ID with a birthdate. Booking guest must be 25 y/o or older.

Property manager

Bennett Wine or Carl Simpfenderfer

Languages

Danish, English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets are an additional $20 per night.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Heat is charged based on your usage. At the end of the rental period your oil use will be calculated and charged to your account. Wood is free

Snow plowing is not included in the price. You will be responsible for those charges and pay our plowman directly.

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

About the area

West Kill

Located in West Kill, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Windham Mountain Resort and Hunter Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Catskill Mountains. Travelling with kids? Consider Empire State Railway Museum and Pine Hill Community Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

West Kill, NY

What's nearby

Catskill Mountains - 16 min drive - 14.7 km
Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 21 min drive - 22.1 km
Hunter Mountain - 24 min drive - 23.4 km
Windham Mountain Resort - 28 min drive - 24.6 km
Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 31 min drive - 27.1 km

Restaurants

‪West Kill Brewing - ‬14 min drive
‪Catskill Seasons Inn - ‬4 min drive
‪Benedictine Sisters - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, Roomy, Art-filled House Surrounded by Mountain Views/Natural Beauty pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming, Roomy, Art-filled House Surrounded by Mountain Views/Natural Beauty?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming, Roomy, Art-filled House Surrounded by Mountain Views/Natural Beauty?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming, Roomy, Art-filled House Surrounded by Mountain Views/Natural Beauty located?

This family-friendly West Kill holiday home is located in the mountains, steps from Catskill State Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Catskill Mountains and Bearpen Mountain State Forest. Esopus Creek and Shandaken Dog Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

15 Jan 2022

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

Ski weekend

Our family enjoyed our stay at the house for our ski weekend. It was clean and has everything we need. We liked the location, It was a short drive to Belleayre. Brio's pizza is not too far away. Shooting pool in the basement was fun for our family. We had a great time and looking forward to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grzegorz G.

2 Jan 2022

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

A great place

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

8 Sept 2021

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

Beautiful and secluded

The property is incredibly relaxing and quiet. The grounds are breathtaking, the house was impeccably clean, and the kitchen was better stocked than any other place I have stayed. The hosts were easy to reach and get along with. 10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

chris c.

4 Sept 2021

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

Nice but need some TLC

We were so looking forward to this vacation after been home for so long. Rental house had a really nice backyard, potted beautiful flowers and herbs. Very interesting artwork through the property and inside the house. There were enough linens and towels in the basement, and the kitchen was stocked with cookware, utensils and spices. However, we did experienced some disappointments and inconvenience during the stay. All the mattresses are very worn and sunk down in the middle. We regret not bringing our own air mattress. We checked in on Friday and was told on Saturday that the hot tub needed service and water had to be drained and refilled because it looked like it hasn’t been used for some time but the serviceman can’t come until Monday. Tub was filled half way because serviceman didn’t know if motor or other parts needed to be replaced/repaired. We also didn’t know that the water source is from the well and this caused low water level in the house. We didn’t have enough water to cook, shower and flush the toilets. We ended up taking water bottles for cooking and taking water from the tub to flush the toilets. The dishwasher wasn’t cooperating for one morning due to glitchy buttons or settings but had to unload and washed manually. Communication with owner/management was efficient and they offered one free night stay in the future. It was a nice gesture but the damage is already done. Thank you! Cindy

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Vishal K.

26 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Could have been cleaner

Could have been cleaner and I wished the hot tub was shocked before we got there. But the pool table was great and the yard is beautiful

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Silvia S.

16 May 2021

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

Great

It was so great!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

jill h.

8 Jan 2020

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

Privacy and space!

I forgot to write this after our stay in August of 2019. This home has everything you need. I rarely say that. From the abundance of towels to the crisp clean sheets and the beautiful artwork, the owners have made this place really great. Our family of four had so much room to spread out and relax while not feeling too alienated from each other. Our kids loved the walk around the property, looking at the installations, collecting rocks and going on adventures. We took advantage of the deck - a perfect place for morning coffee! The flowers were in full bloom and we picked herbs for our dinners. We appreciated Bennett's response time to questions and he made us feel comfortable in asking. Also, our dogs were welcome here, so that is definitely a major plus. They too, loved the deck. We do a lot of cooking at home and the range kicks butt. The hot tub was clean and refreshing. Great place! Great location!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Masha C.

15 Jan 2017

Comfy vacation home, beautiful inside and out

We immediately felt at home when we arrived (it was cold and snowing, so we were mostly indoors). The layout of the house is pleasing and practical. All of the open spaces (loft, parlor, dining room, kitchen and the den in the cellar) felt good to be in. There were often four people at a time working in the kitchen, sometimes five, nice flow. Beds are good, seating is comfortable, aesthetics are wonderful, wifi is... well... good for insulating oneself from the demands of work, shall we say, though the owner told us he is actively working at getting high-speed internet to his halcyon hideaway. There was a slight problem that developed on the night of our first day (Christmas, btw); we called the owner (in NYC, btw), who in turn called and called until he got local service people to come out to fix the problem; he even called the next-door neighbor who came over to see that we were ok. Finally, after we returned home, the owner called to say he'd found some stuff we'd left behind; I think he was calling from the post office to confirm he had the right mailing address. Very fair and responsible host and super easy to communicate with. We plan on returning in warmer weather. This place is a well-tended gem in a beautiful locale.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Marshall G., New York, NY

15 July 2016

Beautiful Property in Gorgeous Setting

Our family rented this property for five days in June. The Catskills are especially beautiful in the summer (and fall, and spring, and winter). As we drove up the hill and saw the house that first day, we knew we had made a good choice. There is a rolling lawn peppered with original modern sculptures, and flower beds all around the house, which is completely surrounded by mountain views. The house is comfortable, if a bit quirky, with plenty of room for our family of 8. The four kids all stayed in the basement, which is a recreation room with abundant sleeping sofas and beds. The adults spread out among the two bedrooms on the main floor and the spacious loft above. We spent most of our time outdoors on the wonderful deck, enjoying the beautiful views and watching the kids play in the yard and the woods. We cooked all of our dinners on the grills (there is a gas and charcoal grill, both of which we used nightly) and ate at the picnic table on the deck. The kitchen is well stocked, both with cooking utensils and spices. While Phoenicia, Big Indian, and Hunter are all relatively nearby, we chose to spend our days right there in West Kill. We took enjoyable hikes, of varying lengths and difficulties, in the nearby NYS forest lands every day. All in all, our five days in West Kill were just what the doctor ordered--plenty of sunshine, outdoors living and playing. Thanks to Bennett and Helle for sharing their mountain paradise with us.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

karen a.

21 Jan 2012

Beautiful memories are made here!

Eight of us (all adults) had a wonderful stay! The owner is very detail-oriented and provided everything for a very comfortable vacation - brochures, hiking maps, kitchen 'essentials' (& more), suggestions for activities, games and an extensive movie library. This home is clean, spacious, and well-stocked with all necessities. It is also a mini-gallery in its own right with the owner's art and sculptures. The property is picturesque and a delight for nature lovers. Skiing, horse riding and small-town exploring are nearby and every level of hiking begins at the doorstep. The Catskill forests and trails are spectacular and made every one of us want to be a photographer or writer. Since no light interferes, star-gazing was amazing. Although we thought a snowless winter would disappoint, we had so much to see and do. No regrets, only wonderful memories! Thank you, Bennett! Karen & Family, Philadelphia

About the host

Hosted by Bennett Wine or Carl Simpfenderfer

Bennett Wine is an artist who shows his work throughout the Eastern United States.
Dr. Helle Thorning does research and heads an organization that provides assistance and advocates for the mentally ill.

Why they chose this property

We bought this house because we love to hike, bike and partake in many outdoor winter activities. With a spacious, comfortable interior, it can be both an intimate cozy nest and easily house up to 8 people when we have large gatherings. We love the gardens and the mountain views, and the fact that it is directly across the street from the Catskill Mountain preserve with fantastic trails, waterfalls and interesting ruins and artifacts.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Danish

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Finished Laundry Room

Guest Bedroom

Loft Bedroom

Main Bedroom

Rec Room

Rec Room

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property