House Beautiful mag Hudson River Estate -Enjoy best of Catskills & Hudson Valley

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SunstView frm inside house - Rip Van Winkle Brdge ovr Hudsn River & Olana Castle

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Pet-friendly
Gym
Washer
Parking available

Explore the area

Catskill, NY

Thomas Cole National Historic Site
‪11 min walk‬
Greene County Council on the Arts
‪13 min walk‬
Olana State Historic Site
‪7 min drive‬
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Ground Floor Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Yellow Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Blue Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Green Bathroom - Ground Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Recently renovated by interior architect and designer, this home enjoys amazing views of the Hudson River from the charming historic village of Catskill NY.
Located only 2 hours away from NYC by car or train and 7 mins from the hip town of Hudson NY with its award wining restaurants, galleries, shops, antiques, bars and year round events.
Minutes from legendary hiking trails in the Catskills Mountains.
Eclectic interiors full of interesting art, original details and comfortable clean new furnishings.
4 Bedrooms including a fantastic large principal bedroom and bathroom with balcony. Check out our beds per bedroom setup to see if it works for you and your group.
Extra large kitchen with 16 ft long island that seats 8 overlooking the 3 acre estate, river and mountains. Ever changing landscape where you can catch a bald eagle, a flock of geese or a huge river barge crossing the Rip Van Winkle bridge.
Private but not too secluded. New pool with lounging area.
Enjoy the country side and feel free to enjoy the many social or natural activities available in one of the most beautiful regions in the Nation.
Clean, quiet and easy.
Perfect to build new unforgettable memories with your family and friends or for a romantic getaway.
House Beautiful magazine Nov 2017.

Property manager

Juan Carretero

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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View of the cabin from the road. Sitting on just over an acre of land.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 1:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Note house isnt child-proof + delicate furnishings

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Some pets allowed on a case by case basis only.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No events. Large or small. Only the number of registered guests allowed at any time. Please don't ask. Thanks.

Nothing other than paper in toilets. Septic system

Use of all facilities, indoors and outdoors, at your own risk.

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

Catskill

Located in Catskill, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Greene County Council on the Arts and Olana State Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Thomas Cole National Historic Site and Kykuit. Travelling with kids? Consider Stoddard Corner, or check out an event or a game at HITS-on-the-Hudson. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Catskill, NY

What's nearby

Thomas Cole National Historic Site - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Greene County Council on the Arts - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Dutchman’s Landing - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Hudson Opera House - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
Olana State Historic Site - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

Hudson Station - 7 min drive
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
‪Pomodoro's - ‬4 min drive
‪Ambrosia Diner - ‬3 min drive
‪Goodies - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does House Beautiful mag Hudson River Estate -Enjoy best of Catskills & Hudson Valley have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is House Beautiful mag Hudson River Estate -Enjoy best of Catskills & Hudson Valley pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at House Beautiful mag Hudson River Estate -Enjoy best of Catskills & Hudson Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at House Beautiful mag Hudson River Estate -Enjoy best of Catskills & Hudson Valley?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is House Beautiful mag Hudson River Estate -Enjoy best of Catskills & Hudson Valley located?

Located in the mountains, this Catskill holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mile (2 km) of Hudson River, Dutchman’s Landing and Thomas Cole National Historic Site. Catskill Golf Club and Greene County Council on the Arts are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gustaf L.

17 Feb 2025

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

Fantastic

Just excellent. Lots of love has gone into this house and it made all the difference. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

20 Nov 2024

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

Loved our stay!

Loved the house, property, proximity to Hudson, proximity to hiking, communication with owner and the fact that it was dog friendly. Would highly recommend and hope to return!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

23 Oct 2024

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

perfection!

Simply amazing. I’d give a 100 stars if I could! Sophisticated but comfortable. Great location, outstanding views, very well appointed. Highly recommended

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickie W.

12 Sept 2024

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

Lovely home, gracious host, beautiful location

This home is a gem! We stayed here to attend my daughters wedding in Hudson The views from this house are magnificent! The home itself is warm and inviting. Juan is a perfect host and communicated everything we needed to know. I will definitely be visiting this area of NY again and 100% would stay here.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy V.

30 Dec 2024

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

Christmas in the Catskills

While the summertime is the perfect time to visit this property with the pool, beautiful landscape and view of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge, we enjoyed a wonderful few days over the Christmas holidays in this very special home. It may have been cold outside but we were very comfortable inside cooking in the big, well equipped kitchen, reading books and playing board games. From the house it's an easy drive to various hiking trails and we got out for a hike everyday. It's also only a few minutes drive to Hudson for shopping and great restaurants. After a packed day of activity we slept well in the comfortable beds and particularly enjoyed the heated bathroom floors. The detailed instructions provided were incredibly helpful and thorough to make our stay all that much easier from checkiin to check-out.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Y.

17 Aug 2024

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

Repeat visit

We rent a house with friends every summer. This is the first house we have returned to. It is a lovely property with plenty of space for 3 couples. The kitchen is huge and well equipped. The location is great for outdoors activities and for visiting Hudson Valley towns. The host is thoughtful. Highly recommend this home.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

8 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful Home Overlooking Rip Van Winkle Bridge

Beautifully designed (inside and out) property in a secluded location overlooking the striking Rip Van Winkle Bridge. Amazing attention to detail inside the property and a wonderful garden and pool to spend the warm summer days in. Close to Hudson and lots of great restaurants in towns nearby. Perfect place for a family holiday and wonderful memories.

Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

1 Aug 2018

Perfect Farmhouse with Gorgeous View

This historic farmhouse has been perfectly restored and beautifully decorated. We were in town for the HITS horse show in Saugerties and looked forward to returning to this gorgeous house at the end of each day. It has the most incredible view of the Rip Van Winkle bridge and is close to the charming town of Hudson. We have stayed in some beautiful homes over the years, but this is our favorite!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

6 Dec 2020

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

Amazing home!

Juan's home in Catskill is a wonderful respite. The design is outstanding, and especially great for chefs, of which we had 4 cooking a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. The home, the design, the views, and the cozy, chic vibe was a tremendous gift. We recharged, restored our souls and had the best time. I highly recommend Windmere! -Wendy Maitland

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

30 May 2021

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

Amazing getaway

We had a fantastic experience, from the booking process to check in and all through our stay. Juan was responsive and great to communicate with and the house itself was spectacular. The views and location can’t be beat and the house was perfect for relaxing whether by the pool, on the porch, in the living room or in the kitchen while cooking. Every time we turned around we noticed another piece of art or little touch that added to the experience. Highly recommend and look forward to visiting again!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Y.

11 Aug 2021

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

Wonderful!

Our group of friends (3 couples) has rented many vacation homes over the years, and this one is a favorite. The house is well designed and beautifully appointed, with a lovely view of the river. It is filled with art and beautiful objects, but still very comfortable. There is plenty of space, with many separate areas both inside and outdoors, so everyone can gather or find solitude as they wish. Both Catskill and Hudson are within minutes, and great hikes and other activities are nearby. Juan is a responsive and gracious host.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

2 June 2023

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

Designer Gem

Juan’s historic home is beautifully decorated and designed, and is in a great location just a few blocks from the RVW Bridge. The house has a great view of the bridge and a delightful swimming pool. The house generally, and the beds in particular, are very comfortable. Only downsides were the house is a bit dark, there is no cable TV and one of the benches by the pool cracked when it was sat upon. These were minor annoyances, however, given the home’s considerable advantages.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Aug 2023

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

Fabulous property!

Juan’s house is absolutely stunning- the house itself, the property as a whole, and the setting. We cooked most of our meals and the kitchen was a delight to work in. Very well-equipped with high end appliances, utensils, pots and pans, and an abundance of dishes. We also grilled a fair amount, which was great. The living spaces are good for hanging out and talking. Comfortable sofas and chairs, with beautiful views of the Rip van Winkle bridge over the Hudson. Outdoor seating areas are also nice. We did not dine at the outdoor table, but it looked like that would be comfortable. The pool was a delight! Not heated, but plenty warm this time of year. Very clean and nicely appointed with comfortable seating and umbrellas. The pool area and lawn around it are completely fenced in, so safe to have kids around outside without fear of them falling in. The bedrooms are beautiful and the beds were very comfortable- my 88 year old father slept in the downstairs room so he did not have to navigate the steps. There is a small playground behind the church next door that our granddaughter enjoyed, and there is a nice waterfront park a little over a mile away. We brought our dog, and he LOVED playing fetch in the enormous yard and running up and down the hill in the back! Last but not least, there were virtually NO mosquitoes!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H., new york city

28 Feb 2022

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

Absolutely Stunning

The house, decor, and location where absolutely amazing. There were 8 of us (4 adults and 4 kids). There was plenty of space inside and an incredible yard. The home is only 10 minutes drive to Hudson. Juan was lovely and always available for any questions. Hope to go back sometime!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

5 Jan 2022

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

Great Catskill stay

Top notch property, top notch location. Very good host. Look forward to returning.

Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

1 Aug 2021

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

Quiet getaway

The home was lovely and quite beautifully decorated and well outfitted. We enjoyed cooking in the beautiful kitchen and found all the bedrooms to be quite comfortable.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helene D.

26 July 2021

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

Wonderful for family

The house was spacious, the pool delightful and there is every amenity you could possibly need. I highly recommend this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donovan C., jersey city, usa

10 July 2021

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

amazing property - house & grounds are picturesque

amazing home directly on the Hudson River that has been restored & decorated to a very high standard perfect layout for socializing & bedrooms are distanced for comfort (i.e. naps) house was A+ for amenities - everything you would have at home property is the real star of the show ... swimmming pool, extremely large yard, trail to the river, comfortable sitting areas & amazing views only thing id note is that it can get a bit buggy, so id suggest bringing nug candles for sitting out

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashutossh N.

23 June 2021

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

Stunningly beautiful !!

Stunningly beautiful property, tastefully decorated sitting in perhaps one of the best locations in the Hudson Valley. This rental felt like a home as soon as we walked in. Both the house and the property it sits on is quite spacious. Can't think of a better way to spend time with family than to spend time here. Juan was truly a gracious host, flexible and available in times of need. My highest recommendations !!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tandy H., Alexandria VA

15 June 2021

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

Beautiful!

The house was immaculate and the views are spectacular. Hudson is a lovely town with wonderful shops and restaurants. Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francie H., Silver Spring, MD

26 Apr 2021

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

Gorgeous Home

This is a unique home -- beautifully created interior with stunning views. A wonderful stay!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen R.

1 Mar 2021

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

Luxury home

This is a beautifully appointed home that has been well maintained with every detail tended to for a comfortable stay. Gorgeous views and serenity for those looking to escape. Less than 10 minutes to Hudson for restaurants, shops and antiquing.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

John M.

19 June 2020

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

Best rental property I've stayed in

Juan's home was the perfect upstate getaway from my partner and puppy. The house itself is perfectly decorated, elegantly laid-out and has an incredible view of the Rip Van Winkle Bridge and Hudson River. It's a truly special property less than ten minutes from the town of Hudson - highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bryn C., Brooklyn, NY

21 Mar 2020

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

So special

This is a beautiful home on a breathtaking piece of land. It was such a pleasure to stay here, to enjoy the views from almost every room, cooking in that giant welcoming kitchen, sinking into that deep tub. Juan was a wonderful host and made the process smooth and welcoming. Look forward to returning again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terry L., New York

6 Jan 2020

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

Idyllic getaway

House is right by the water, and I can't even describe how great and tranquil the view of the Hudson river and RIP van Winkle bridge is from the lounge area is. Neighborhood is quiet, while not super far from all the shops and stores. House is very beautifully decorated, Very vibrant and eclectic while subtle and not imposing. Owner Juan is very responsive to all the questions we have. Will definitely go back!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Juan Carretero

Architectural designer with a passion for old homes.

Why they chose this property

Our weekend home is ideally situated in an extraordinary position between the Hudson Valley and the Catskill Mountains.

What makes this property unique

Unrivaled interior design and views to Olana and the mighty Hudson River.
Private but not isolated.
Proximity to the hip town of Hudson NY and all its restaurants, bars, galleries and Amtrak station (2 hours from Penn Station in Manhattan).
New renovation. Brand new appliances and amenities.
Ski mountains and nature trails very close-by.
Central AC.
Year round activities.
In-ground pool.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Blue Bedroom

Ground Floor Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Yellow Bedroom

3 bathrooms

Blue Bathroom

Green Bathroom - Ground Floor

Master Bathroom

Spaces

About this property