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Handcrafted Elegance Close to PHOENICIA

Handcrafted Elegance Close to PHOENICIA

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Exterior
Living area
Living room from bay window area
Living area
Cozy custom window seat!

Overview of Handcrafted Elegance Close to PHOENICIA

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Map
Shandaken, NY
  • Popular LocationCopperhood Retreat & Spa7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCatskill Mountains8 min drive
  • Popular LocationHunter Mountain33 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Handcrafted Elegance Close to PHOENICIA

Hand Crafted Elegance

2 nights = $395
3 or more nights = $345

This custom designed home is nestled among beautifully landscaped gardens in a very private setting, and often on the local garden tour. It was designed and built by the owners with comfort and quality at every turn. Reclaimed wood was used to add a personal touch. The house features a unique altar railing from a 19th century local stone church. Much of the reclaimed wood, from vintage buildings, adds to the charming ambiance of this romantic home.
Located 2 1/2 hours from N.Y.C. and 7 minutes from Phoenicia with it's lovely Main Street, restaurants and shops. It is no surprise that the Phoenicia area has become the fastest growing hot spot for weekend and vacation getaways from N.Y.C.
Numerous magazines have written articles and the phrase "The New Hamptons"
has become common.
Tropical deck
Enjoy outdoor dining on a tropical deck overlooking the koi pond and Japanese rock garden. Relax or do yoga with the peaceful, tranquil sound of the waterfall, or visit the stream at the bottom of the driveway. Sit back on the deck in the warm sun on Adirondack chairs or under the roof at the mosaic table made from a wine barrel with it's lazy susan center. A beautiful spot for morning coffee. Or just relax and swing in the hammock.
Living space
The living room (20x30) has a large, soft, comfy sofa. Reclaimed diamond paned windows frame a gorgeous window seat with pillows. Hardwood maple flooring is throughout the home.
Kitchen
The spacious bright kitchen is fully equipped with dual fuel 1500 btu gas burners and an electric convection oven. Full size refrigerator, dish washer, toaster oven, microwave, Kitchen Aid mixer, coffee pot, veggie juicer, blender, food processor,
etc. Two skylights brighten the work area.
Dishes, cookware, utensils, baking supplies all intended for serious cooks. It has a marble work counter and includes a large butcher block centrally located for convenience, there is plenty of counter space. Our dream kitchen!
A true pleasure to create wonderful meals while enjoying the view over the gardens and the new, spectacular stone pizza oven.
Hummingbirds feed at the window 3 feet from the dining area table. Colorful birds feast at other windows.
Bedrooms. (Linens included)
There are 3 newly renovated bedrooms upstairs with views overlooking the gardens and mountains. Two master bedrooms, one with a pillow-top king mattress, the second has a new pillow-top queen mattress. The latter has a very large picture window. When the leaves fall you can see water glistening in the stream with the mountain tops above. The third bedroom has a twin.
Bathroom

There is one bathroom with plenty of hot water and great pressure!
Soap and towels included
Fast Wi fi and a land line phone are available, as well as cable TV.
The playhouse is adorable, it has a play stove, loft and 2 flip chairs.
Feel free to gently harvest the organic veggie and herb garden.
Sit around the campfire on those cool mountain evenings.
Our well water is fabulous and without sulfur. Family and friends from the city always take some home!
Features:
Playhouse
Basketball court
Golf driving net
2 bicycles (1 men's and 1 women's)
Fire pit
Pizza oven
Tranquil waterfall at koi pond (view from deck)
Organic garden
Nature abounds!

Property manager

Laura Passantino

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 26
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
***Please provide photo of drivers license on both sides, it is requested prior to pre-approval of all travelers to submit that****

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Shandaken

Located in Shandaken, this vacation home is in a rural area. Hunter Mountain and Windham Mountain Resort 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. Empire State Railway Museum and Pine Hill Community Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Shandaken, NY

What's nearby

  • Copperhood Retreat & Spa - 7 min drive
  • Catskill Mountains - 8 min drive
  • Emerson Place Kaleidoscope - 16 min drive
  • Hunter Mountain - 33 min drive
  • Windham Mountain Resort - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Phoenicia Diner - 13 min drive
  • West Kill Brewing - 31 min drive
  • J Rocco's - 7 min drive
  • Woodstock Brewing - 13 min drive
  • Brio's Pizzeria & Restaurant - 12 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chuck K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Home in Remarkable Setting
Extremely gracious hosts made us feel most welcome in "sharing" their uniquely crafted and extraordinarily comfortable home, set in the middle of the wooded splendor of the Catskill Mountains, and surrounded by thoughtfully sculpted landscaping and gardens. A great find -- better than advertised!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A true oasis in the Catskills
A true oasis in the Catskills ! The house , the frogs, the chipmunks, the birds, basketball, the garden , the flowers , the deck, walking down the road and wading in the river!! My two daughters played in the cottage and explored the property for hours!! We absolutely loved our stay!!! Thank you Laura and Vinny!!! Your home is amazing !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away
Perfect for our needs. Wanted to visit a family member at camp. Perfect location. Home and property were very well maintained and had lots to do on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oasis in Shandanken
We had a terrific time at Laura and Vinny’s oasis in the Catskills. The house left nothing to be desired, and the yard was amazing. Close to skiing, hiking, a few quaint towns and of course several local craft breweries. We look forward to returning for years to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jianyuan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best Upstate Home
Our family stayed in this home for Christmas. It was absolutely stunning. The house was exactly like the photos, and felt so warm and cozy. The bird feeders outside invite all different kinds of birds- so fun to watch throughout the day! The house was in a quiet and beautiful location, not far from numerous hiking trails. We felt so welcomed by the hosts! They were so kind and made our stay here unforgettable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laura Passantino

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