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Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska

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Property grounds
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer

Explore the area

Map
New Paltz, NY
  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
    5 min drive
  • Testimonial Gateway
    6 min drive
  • Minnewaska State Park
    9 min drive
  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    37 min drive

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About the area

New Paltz

City center stay.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center and 6 miles (10 km) of Minnewaska State Park with a stay here. Testimonial Gateway and Robibero Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 5 min drive
  • State University of New York-New Paltz - 8 min drive
  • Minnewaska State Park - 9 min drive
  • Shawangunk Mountains - 9 min drive
  • Mohonk Lake - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Poughkeepsie Station - 26 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hasbrouck Dining Hall - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Main Dining Room - Mohonk Mountain House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Clay at Wildflower Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mc Gillicuddy's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska

Location! Location! Climbers, Hikers and outdoor enthusiast dream. Walking distance through short local trail to the best hiking and climbing in the Gunks! Can walk into Mohonk and Minnewaska from the house. Enjoy the recreation room, indoor pool, outdoor shower, bocce court and high end household amenities from the mattress to the linens. Wifi, smart TV, 3 fireplaces this property has it ALL!!!! Wonderful and welcoming home for children with many amenities for families and we are pet friendly :)
Close to town and lots of great dining options.

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This is a great website for local activities, trail maps, dining, and more!
Unique offering from my neighbor and friend Noelle in her private home studio :)
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Property manager

Michele

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Ski privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Snow sports gear
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Will need to discuss number and type of pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: GREAT house for children, lots of activities/toys!

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site
Note from host: Will have extra security deposit and site fee TBD
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Note from host: Will have extra security deposit and site fee TBD For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 90 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick E.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the edge of Paradise
Very close to hiking and biking trails! Beds were comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary F., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful August in New Paltz
My family (husband and 12 year-old daughter) rented Michele's beautiful home for four weeks in August as a complete getaway from the city. My daughter also had a friend up and her dad came for a bit, too; there was plenty of room for everyone to have their own comfortable space--it was great! We made great use of the hot tub and the girls loved the indoor pool and air hockey. I cooked multiple times on the big grill and we loved eating outside. It was a lovely, homey space to have as a home away from home. The surrounding area is also amazing. We took easy hikes in Minnewaska State Park and in the Mohonk Preserve. We ate in really great and fun restaurants in High Falls and Tillson. We went to the farmstand 10 min down the road every day. I was very familiar with other parts of the Hudson Valley but staying at Michele's made me fall in love with the area. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a vacation
House was great. Very “lived in” vacation home rather than “pristine” dedicated rental. That’s why I rated it a 4 rather than a 5. Perfect for families with young kids. Large master BR with attached bath. Powerful shower with instant hot water. Big kitchen/dining area. Comfortable furniture in the living room and tv room. Outside was mostly artificial turf and a bocce court. Could have been nicer but it was fine. Large outdoor dining table with grill. Great location on top of a hill surrounded by the woods. The host was very responsive to all my questions and always answered soon after my submission.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible home and location
The home is incredible and is located so close to New Paltz, hiking, waterfalls, rock climbing, shopping… I could go on and on. We took a short drive to Woodstock and did some shopping and eating there as well. Owners were quick to respond to any questions! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magic house
Great location. House was as promised and more so.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay in Mohonk's foothills
This house is great and is definitely a place to stay in warm months with so much to do. The property is amazing and well appointed and clean. Easy access to trails, beautiful views, and so much to do inside and out. We really enjoyed our stay. If we had to make a complaint, it was that the recreation space is detached and in winter, difficult to heat. The woodburning fireplace in the living wasn't in order so that was a bit of a disappointment, but none of it was enough to ruin our stay or outlook of this property! We loved everything this house has to offer and will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The house is magnificent and the owners very responsive. Plenty of amenities to entertain adults and children.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Konrad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Escape
Great House, Great Location, Great Hiking, Beautiful Views. Will definitely return when we can!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended birthday for the Mr ♥️
Even Mother Nature could dampen our weekend with the convenient location of this beautiful property. Despite the rain on Saturday, we were still able to make it over to Gertrude’s Nose since it’s only 5 minutes away (including parking!!) to Minnewaska. From the comfortable beds to the lovely feeling of being in a home, Michele makes you feel like a guest - not a renter. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K., Fredericksburg, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in a beautiful location
My husband and I loved our stay at this lovely home! The house had everything we needed and the bed and couches were super comfortable! It was a perfect location to explore the Gunks and New Paltz area! I enjoyed hiking directly from the house into Mohonk Mountain Preserve (I made sure to purchase a year long membership first) and making the short drive to explore Minnewaska State Park. Communication with Michel was super easy and we appreciated her suggestions for exploring, dining and shopping. We'd gladly stay here again. Thanks so much for sharing this lovely spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

karen i.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice place but I am a clean freak and the dishes and silverware in the cabinets/drawers were mostly not clean. Maybe the dishwasher isn’t working too well….we ran the dirty ish dishes but they still weren’t too appealing. We found The shower curtain liner in master bedroom and back hall a bit moldy making showering less appealing. The sheets towels were just fine and the layout of the house is perfect for small children. Great location and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

EJ S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal
Home was perfect for all ages-on one floor for elderly, equipped for the young, efficient, beautiful inside and outside, with many amenities. We love the Hudson Valley…Bad weather deterred several of our plans requiring us to stay in, this home provided us with a great vacation in spite of the weather. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and quiet retreat for a family gathering
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in New Paltz. The property has enough space for our family to gather for meals and board games, or just to have some alone time. The kids loved the pool. We explored the area, checking out the waterfalls, nature preserve, and cute little town.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

eileen t., Huntington Station NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
It's a pleasure to see a house so well suited to its surroundings. Great to be able to see the "gunks" from the kitchen and the patio. The climber in our family had easy access to the parking areas and connected with some local very experienced climbers. The recreation building with the lap pool was perfect for our 3 year old especially during inclement weather. The general area is beautiful and it's a treat just to drive around. A quick 15 minutes and you are at Minnewaska State Park or into New Paltz. Robibero winery has excellent wines and the Brooklyn Cider House has great pizza in a lovely setting. Sadly the Mountain Brauhaus chose our week for vacation so we missed what we know to be an excellent meal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L., Sewell, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House and Location!
To start, the house had an incredible layout, was well taken of, very clean, and had awesome amenities. Everyone loved spending time in the game room, pool, and hot tub! The town of New Paltz is really cute with great restaurants/bars and friendly people. The house is very close to many things to do including various difficulty in hikes, Mohonk resort/property, and walking around New Paltz. We loved our stay here and can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Paltz Mountain Stay
Perfect place for a base to visit the area for my mother's 80th birthday. Great views and patios, super quiet and very comfortable. Easy access to much of what the area has to offer and no more than 15 minutes from town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great location for a family getaway
Michele was quite good about communicating with us. Her home is very comfortable and located well for day trips for hiking, biking and birdwatching. After our adventures, it was fun to sit on the patio and watch the climbers on the mountain, have dinner on the patio and later to sit in the hot tub. The beds were comfy, and the kitchen was well supplied. Our family truly enjoyed our long weekend at Michele's.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat in the mountain
We booked our ffamily for our son's graduation and the home did not disappoint. There was great outdoor space and activities as the rec house was so much fun. We all enjoyed the spacious home and did not feel cramped with the family and grandchildren. Used the pool and hot tub, played air hockey and fusball. Again would love to return in the future. Our son will be doing a 5th year at Marist so maybe another stay in our future. Thanks Gayle
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom’s 80th Birthday Celebration
I originally wanted to book this place the May 5th weekend since Mother’s Day was the following Sunday. Unfortunately, trying to get multiple people/families to all agree is a great task all on its own and by the time we were all in agreement our original weekend was booked :( Back to the drawing board for Mother’s Day weekend. Everyone agreed & I didn’t waste anytime booking the house from 5/12-5/15. We had 4 generations at the house to celebrate Mom’s birthday & Mother’s Day & everyone LOVED it. The house was very comfortable for everyone. Kids played outside, walked the dogs around the house & played in the sepeerate game room (with adult supervision). Michele, the host, was very quick in her responses to any & all questions I had about the property. How many beds & how many people it can sleep, what the pet policy was in the house, etc. She was very flexible with our pets. We have 3 senior dogs - all chihuahuas under 8lbs each (16 years old) & was not comfortable leaving them at a kennel or having someone watch them. They have never been looked after by anyone else & I wasn’t going to start in their golden years. Michele allowed us to bring them & requested that they were crated when we weren’t at home & that we don’t allow them on any of the furniture. At the entrance of the home, was a mud area that we kept the dogs with their crates, wee pads (just in case they had an accident) and a pen so they could move about freely. This worked out GREAT for our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
Wonderful location. Clean handsome house with all two families could need. Had what was needed to cook in. Hot tub and pool was enjoyed by kids. Very easy to reach Mohonk and Minnewaska for hiking, which was our main activity.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD R., NYC

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacay in New Paltz
8 of us stayed at this property- 4 adults and 4 children. The house and property was amazing!! Never a dull moment. So much to do! And, we fell in love with the area. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We had a great experience at this property. The space and surroundings are gorgeous. You have everything you need in the house. We were a group of 3 couples and our dogs and it was ideal. Absolutely recommend! The pool is closed in the winter but everything else is open. We played basketball, used the hot tub, played giant chess outside. We had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time in the Gunks
Our two families - including 4 adults, one teenager, one 10 year-old, and two small dogs-really enjoyed our stay. Stellar location and hot tub (with heated game room adjoining) was a highlight. Great spot for hiking in nearby Minnewaska and Mohonk and close to New Paltz. We enjoyed cooking and playing games together in this comfortable, clean house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in the gunks
The house was great. Clean and orderly. Great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful family Trip
My family and I rented this beautiful house for a long weekend. The house is clean, spacious, and well designed. Plenty of space for a comfortable family gathering. We had great times all together watching movies on cozy couches snd also enjoyed the game room and hot tub. Close to town and beautiful hiking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022