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Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano

Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano

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View from the road, on a quiet cul-de-sac.
Exterior
Front porch. Wonderful for reading, watching the birds, having a meal.
View from the porch
View from the porch

Overview of Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano

4.6 out of 5 Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Cragsmoor, NY
  • Popular LocationMinnewaska State Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSam's Point Preserve4 min drive
  • Popular LocationShadowland Theater13 min drive
  • AirportMontgomery, NY (MGJ-Orange County)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

master bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano


A few of our short term guests have become long term guests.
Please contact me for details if interested in longer term stays.

Our house has been our family weekend home for many years.
Art filled rooms, grand piano, magnificent fireplace, views of nature from every window - it has been lovingly restored and maintained.

Perfect escape to a bucolic, serene, setting and under two hours from NYC.
Sit on the porch, read a book, share a meal or simply watch nature.
15 minute walk from front door to Bear Hill, a cliff with magnificent views and hardly another person in sight. For longer hikes, Minnawaska State Park’s, Sams Point is a two minute drive to the parking lot.

However in the event you have some work to do, we have an office room - just for that.

Property manager

letizia gentile

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Check out before 3:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Cragsmoor

Located in Cragsmoor, this vacation home is in the mountains. Shadowland Theater and DM Weil Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brimstone Hill Winery and Angry Orchard. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding.

What's nearby

  • Minnewaska State Park - 3 min drive
  • Sam's Point Preserve - 4 min drive
  • Shadowland Theater - 13 min drive
  • Ellenville Lanes - 14 min drive
  • Ellenville Fault Ice Caves - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 13 min drive
  • Ricke Len's Country Restaurant - 16 min drive
  • Cohen's Bakery - 12 min drive
  • Il Paradiso Pizza & Restaurant - 15 min drive

Reviews

4.6

Wonderful

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Annie V., New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful experience
My husband and I spent over 3 months at Letizia and Scott' property while waiting for construction to start in our NYC apt (1h45 drive). We enjoyed every minute of it! The house, the neighborhood, the overall area (the gunks). The house is farm-like with a wonderful porch (and BBQ) to take in the sun, moon light, and a fireplace for cooler moments. Being there from Sept to Dec we were lucky to experience 3 seasons, from glorious fall to 16'' snow! The house is decorated with a lot of art, unique furniture and objects. It has the distinction of not being a standard rental (a lot of character including farm-like doors and a magnificent staircase) but also is perfectly organized for tenants. No clutter and many thoughtful details (large supply of wood; well equipped kitchen; records, cds; hiking guides, etc.). Letizia and Scott respond very quickly to any request and will do anything to make sure guests are comfortable. It was spotless clean when we arrived. When we first visited the house (before renting for 3 months) Scott and Letizia took us for a magical hike right behind their property (Bear hill preserve) and ends at a stone overlook of the valley which we redid many times. At that time we had not realized how special the neighborhood is, an enclave with no passing-through roads; one can take a walk with no traffic; populated enough not to feel isolated but a lot of much preserved nature and quiet! It had been a long time since I had experienced such quietness; many country houses seem to be plagued with lawn mowing; leaves or snow blowing, no such thing in that neighborhood. Most houses are unique with a mix of wood and stones. There is a charming church with another overlook. From all windows of the house you do not see any house; and at each time of the day the lower floor gets a beautiful light. The first floor Master bedroom and "great room" are vast and beautifully decorated; they get plenty of light. We used the "great" room as a guest bedroom when need be as the children room requires to walk through the master bedroom. The second bedroom and bathroom are small but perfectly adequate. Master bedroom bed is very comfortable. The area has many beautiful hikes. We recommend red trail of the Shawangunk (8 min drive from house) or Minnewaska lake or Mohonk preserve many splendid walks (40 min). Sam's point is also nearby but many trails were closed due to covid. We loved our stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 95 nights in Sep 2020

5/5 Excellent

Helene H., NYC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We spent August here and loved every moment in beautiful Cragsmoor. The house is great: large and comfortable with everything we needed. There is a lovely porch where we ate and relaxed each day. In addition, the house includes a grand piano - perfect for us as musicians🎶 The owners, Letizia and Scott, pointed out a number of sites/places to visit in the area. They were always available to us by text and phone if we had any questions. This was a perfect get away, especially in this surreal time!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2020

5/5 Excellent

Erin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect upstate getaway
I could spend every night sitting on the porch, feeling the breeze and watching the flowers and trees. Plenty of space away from the neighbors, with amazing hikes and wineries a short drive away. The host made everything so easy and even left us a wildflower bouquet on the kitchen table. This is a really special property and a great city getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

5/5 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sanctuary in the the mountains of Cragsmoor
I lived in this beautiful art filled home for 18 months with my fiancee in the sleepy artisan colony of Cragsmoor NY. The space is warm and welcoming and the house is filled with spectacular light and the views are stunning, as are the four seasons. We spent many nights cooking in the gourmet kitchen , playing the piano and enjoying our dinners in front of the glorious stone fireplace . Our summer days were spent hiking and exploring & our summer nights were spent sipping wine on the front porch watching the sun go down. The hosts, Scott and Letizia are gracious to a fault and were always accessible if we ever had a question, but quite honestly we had very few. Had my job not changed, we would still be living in this beautiful space. Jennifer
Stayed 273 nights in Dec 2018

4/5 Good

Adriane W.

Gracious and private perch on top of the mountain
Very much enjoyed our stay at Cragsmoor. Great place to spend a significant birthday. Love the proximity to Minnewaska State Park, quiet walks around the neighborhood, dinners on the front porch, fireworks from the Old Stone Church and wine tastings in nearby Pine Bush. Not to forget all there is to do in Ulster County overall. A lovely vacation and Letizia was a most responsive host.

About the host

Hosted by letizia gentile

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I am a realist painter, amateur decorator and a homebody. My husband has a marketing/software development company. Together with our two boys we were weekend warriors !


Why they chose this property

Create memories.
Our house is "my standard " clean and inviting. Situated in a magical hamlet.
It has been lovingly renovated by a passionate carpenter, with enthusiastic, get your hands dirty owners !
Cragsmoor is a place to unwind, 2 hours from NYC with a small community feel. Weekenders and locals, artists, musicians, gardeners, nature lovers and outdoors types, all provide a sense of community.

What makes this property unique

You can get on a bike or cross country skis or hike without getting in your car. You can play the piano while looking out onto a meadow or create a fabulous meal in the kitchen. Or you can simply sit on the porch or by the fire and watch the weather go by.
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