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Outdoor dining
6 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cragsmoor, NY
  • Minnewaska State Park
  • VerKeerderkill Falls
  • Sam's Point Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cragsmoor

In Cragsmoor .Stay at this Cragsmoor vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Minnewaska State Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Sam's Point Preserve. Also, VerKeerderkill Falls is within 3 miles (5 km) and Shawangunk Ridge State Forest is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sam's Point Preserve - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Shadowland Theater - 14 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Ellenville Lanes - 15 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 40 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Resorts World Catskills - 43 min drive - 26.6 miles

Getting around

  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dominick's Restaurant & Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sook House - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cohen's Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blue Devil Dairy Bar & Grill - ‬13 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.

Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks

Connect with friends and family while sipping coffee on the porch and watching for deer, wild turkeys or humming birds. Share some of the fruits of our garden and cook in the fully equipped kitchen or grill on the porch after hiking, touring or just hanging out in hammock. Play air hockey in the attic or games or do a puzzle. Later, warm up by the wood stove, with a glass of wine or a book, get the chill out in the hot tub or roast s'mores in the fire pit in the garden and see more stars than you ever have. There are so many choices. . .

Historic Dutch colonial home located 2 doors from the Stone Church situated on 2+ acres of lawn with native species gardens, a firepit and a hot tub that seats 6. There is separate garage and an unobtrusive tenant over the garage that you will rarely see.

Near wine trails, hiking trails and Sam's Point Preserve. 45 minutes to New Paltz, 10 minutes to Ellenville or Pine Bush for shopping or dining.

Ideal for relaxation, family time and visits with good friends.

Beautiful fall foliage with many hiking choices at your doorstep -- later you can retire . . .by the fire or warm up in the hot tub.


Keywords: country house

Property manager

Diane Westerback

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs considered - $25/day/dog with approval

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Max 1 child under 12 per adult.

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
Note from host: Smaller gatherings considered, surcharge may apply
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Smaller gatherings considered, surcharge may apply This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 9466

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.2 mi (43-min drive) away from the Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks to the beach?

This vacation home is 15.3 mi (27-min drive) from Lake Awosting Beach and 19.1 mi (33-min drive) from Lake Minnewaska Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks to downtown Cragsmoor?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Cragsmoor.

Great Escape to Convene with Friends & Family w/ Hot Tub & Many Decks Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ayden G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome House for a group

This place was fantastic and comfortable for our group of (adult) students who were attending a program locally in Cragsmoor. Diane had thorough instructions for everything in the house--the only hiccup was the checkin (somehow we never received the door code) but Diane was responsive on the phone and helped us right away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristianne A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly What We Needed

We had a wonderful time staying at this property. Outside grounds are beautiful and has everything you could ever want/need to enjoy hanging out with family and friends. Kitchen is well stocked and house is super homey and comfy. Host is super communicative and friendly. If we are ever up in that area again, we will definitely be coming back here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy p.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Beautiful

Such a beautiful house in such a beautiful setting. Hopefully we will be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

Beautiful historical home in one of the most beautiful places in America The Great Cragsmoor!!!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Mountain Escape

The property was nestled away in quiet Cragsmoor with easy access to hiking and other towns. The outdoor decks were a huge plus to this property, especially the side deck that offered shade in the morning to enjoy a cup of coffee. The kitchen and bathrooms were generally stocked. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely House on Beautiful Property

I stayed at the property with colleagues from work for a work event. The house is lovely, very homey, and spacious. Lovely garden and huge deck. The area is gorgeous. The host was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

audrey c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

Beautiful location to enjoy the fall foliage. House is fully equipped. Older home that is well maintained. Very comfortable beds, great deck and hot tub, fire pit, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S., Holly Springs, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay on the mountain!

We had a local family reunion and 9 of stayed at the house! Plenty of room. Comfy beds, and plenty of charm. Honestly we were only awake at the house for 1 hour Friday, 1 hour Saturday and 45 mins Sunday otherwise we were at the reunion in Otisville. So wish we could have enjoyed the property more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colette W., Astoria Queens

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and Comfy

I had a wonderful stay here with 6 other friends. Plenty of comfy spaces for us to all hang out. The outdoor space is amazing. We spent a lot of time relaxing outside, reading books, playing games, eating meals outdoors. The views from the backyard are beautiful. We walked down to the Stone Church and saw the amazing view. It is also just a short drive to hike the ice caves at Sam's Point Preserve. Highly recommend. Diane was very responsive and helpful when we had a couple of questions. We had a wonderful time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, private, and comfortable

I spent a weekend here with four friends looking to relax and unwind. We found the house extremely welcoming and comfortable, and we could have spent all day on the beautiful deck! Very spacious and stocked with everything you might need. We would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirby C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful spot on top of the mountain

My friends and I had a great weekend at this property. Spacious, charming, clean, with lots of fun things to do. The back deck and hot tub made for a great hang-out spot. Great views of the extremely scenic area. Owner was responsive and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

The home and surrounding property was beautiful. This was the second time I stayed and it hopefully won’t be the last.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Serena R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and relaxing house

We had a wonderful stay at this gorgeous property. Our group was two families with young children, and the house felt safe, spacious, and fun. The hot tub and back deck are incredible, the kitchen is well-stocked, and the fire pit was great. Diane was prompt and helpful with her communication. They do have pets in the house so our allergies flared a bit but we were mostly outside so it was fine. The location is perfect too. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris C., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

A very special property

My friends and I had an amazing time on our trip. The area is gorgeous with some amazing views nearby. The house is so cozy. Furniture you want to sink into, soft comforters on every bed, chairs and blankets at the ready. Our group plays board games and their gaming table is perfect. The backyard is really well maintained with a lovely view of the mountains. The hot tub was perfect. This home is a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tami D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tranquil and comfy

We had such a wonderful time! The house had plenty of space and was very comfortable. The decks, garden and view were amazing! We loved the overlook at the Old Stone Church down the the road and the Sam's Point Overlook hike nearby with its breathtaking views. We made fires in the firepit and enjoyed smores with the kids, snuggled and read by the wood stove, chilled in the hot tub. The whole stay was so tranquil and relaxing. Our host was very responsive and helpful. The only challenge we had was regulating the water in the shower which kept alternating between hot and cold, but that didnt detract from our stay. We really enjoyed our stay! (The house feels like someone's home so for those that prefer a vacation rental not feel lived in, this might not be the place for you and for those who like a place that feels homey, this is the place. We traveled with 3 kids ages 3.5- 9 and had a great time but could see the house being stressful if traveling with toddlers since there are decorative items that are breakable around the house that are within reach of little hands.)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Kendall Park, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful mountaintop home!

My family spent a wonderful week in Cragsmoor finally getting to spend some time together since we have all been home for so long and we had a very nice, relaxing time. The home is very warm and inviting and the deck and property is really wonderful. We walked to the neighboring stone church where there is a beautiful view of the nearby small town of Ellenville. Diane was a wonderful host and answered all of our questions right away. Though we didn’t have many! The manual is very clear and the home was easy to maintain. Thanks again Diane!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessie M., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Bliss Heaven Bliss!

From the moment we walked into Blue Heaven we instantly felt like we were staying at our home away from home. The home is charming getaway equipped with everything you will need. Myself and 7 friends had plenty of space for privacy and gathering for meals and fun. The kitchen was fabulous; every spice, cooking utensil and kitchen item you can think of. We also really enjoyed the grill on the spacious deck. Each bedroom has plenty of pillows and blankets for all. Bathroom were also spotless and well stocked with towels and washcloths. The back deck and property is beautiful with a clean hot tub that we basically lived in and plenty of deck space for relaxing and nature watching. Having a campfire in February was a real treat as well. And we can’t forget about Ben! He was extremely helpful maintaining snow removal and any grounds keeping needs we requested. Ben was very friendly and gave us a ton of suggestions on places to visit in the area. This was truly one of the best rentals I’ve booked and my family and I have been using VRBO for almost a decade. Thank you Diane for giving us a little piece of mountain paradise, we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

2/10 Terrible

Caitlin M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stay not as expected. Poor customer service.

Our vacation stay at this property was not as expected to say the least. Overly packed kitchen - kitchen was too full of opened (seemingly in use) food for us to be able to store anything in the cabinets. Instead we had to pile our goods on the limited counter space. Internet - We were unable to connect to the internet upon arriving even given the instructions that were provided. We reached out to the property owner for assistance but found her to be unresponsive for several hours. Eventually she responded and the connection information was different than what was given to us. Heating - the thermostats are nest operating systems. The two nest thermostats had programmed schedules for the heat to stay at 50 degrees. There were no instructions left in the property manual on how to operate this system and/ or override the schedule in place. So we had no heat for the first day and night with temps in the 30s at night. Family friendly home - this house is listed as “family friendly” and “children welcome”. Well as a mother of a 1 year old there were far too many trinkets and stuff hoarded in the main living areas of the house that were not conducive to having small children in the house. Hot water - throughout the stay we did not get any hot water (even with only one shower or faucet running at a time). Eventually we were able to get warm enough water to take quick showers in. Trash - our stay was ending on a Monday AM so the property owner instructed us to have trash out for pick up between 9a-12p Monday AM. However, she left no instructions that the trash cans were located in the garage that only the tenant living there had access to. Customer service from VRBO and Property owner - a misunderstanding during the booking came to light approx a week before we checked into the property. The property owner waited until the evening we checked into the property to bring this issue up to me and charge me an additional fee (giving us no chance to reconsider our stay). The property owner HARASSED me via text message to my personal number, VRBO messages, and customer service calls until all hours of the night (1230 AM) despite the fact that VRBO advised me not to pay the additional charge. The owner threatened to come to the property and kick us out a full day prior to what we paid for with no refund. Because this customer service was so miserable by VRBO and the owner we will NEVER recommend this company or property. Use another rental company!

10/10 Excellent

Darshan N., Jersey City, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing and Relaxing Stay

You can find everything you will need for a weekend at this place. We were a group of 10 people and this house fit all of us comfortably. There are several beds in the house so most of us had our own bed and the 2 couples shared their beds with their significant other. The house has a fully stocked kitchen in terms of spices, dishes, cooking equipment, basic cooking ingredients, which was really helpful because we had brought own groceries to cook with and were able to prepare our meals fairly easily since all the tools were available. There is a grill in the back that worked well for the steaks my group had made and a dish washer to make cleaning easier. Dining was easy for all 10 of us, more than 10 would have been a little crowded at the table. The living rooms was SO comfortable with a woodstove in place of the firepit, we spent most of our time here, Diane does a great job of decorating the room to make it feel cozy. There were also a plethora of games and puzzles to choose from but we had brought some of our own as well as a TV with HDMI+USB C adaptor for your laptops. Spacious living spaces with lots of towels and extra bedding if needed. The back patio was beautiful the view is amazing since the trees were not covered with leaves and it's very relaxing with places to sit. Also the hot tub was so relaxing, it does take some time to heat up if it's cold outside but when we got there it was at a good temperature and fit about half of us at a time. There's a fit pit and sitting area a few steps down the back patio that was nice because we were able to sit and enjoy the night sky in the fire. We were not planning on going around the area too much so we didn't explore a lot of it but there is a small town Ellenville about 15 minutes away for groceries and hiking 5-7 minutes the other way from the house (driving), there didn't seem like a whole lot to do around there but we didn't really want to leave once we got to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful way to start 2020

Amazing place. Comfortable for a large group.

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Delightful Escape

A beautiful house with tons of room and amenities. Super quiet and relaxing. Would definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house and property

Gorgeous grounds and well maintained home. We only wish we could have stayed longer! Owner was easy to communicate with, house was beautifully updated/maintained. Deck and firepit area were amazing. Does not map correctly on good maps, house is right near the stone church.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Excellent charming home, perfect for summer vacation! Thanks to owners. We really enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Weekend Getaway

Beautiful property, an amazing outdoor area, and a jacuzzi on top of that. Perfect for a retreat from your day to day life. Definitely planning on staying again.

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

This house does not fall short in any way

We enjoyed everything about this house, the space, the quiet, its set up for entertaining, we all enjoyed it, we played music together, grilled together, enjoyed the hot tub, and this house location was perfect for catching a train into NYC, nothing but good things to say about this house. We are going to stay here again, for sure. The pictures are a great representation of the home, and it was such a relaxing home to be at, Thank You Diane!!!! It’s a beautiful house!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019