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Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House

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Experience Hudson Valley's natural beauty at River House, an expansive estate surrounded by Walnut groves and the serene Corlear Creek. Unwind with a game of pool or cozy up by the brick fireplace in the corner game room, then relax in a freestanding bathtub overlooking the water. Enjoy days spent lounging by the river-side pool or strolling along to sandy beach on Hudson.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

11 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 247000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House

Set on a sprawling Hudson Valley property with sweeping river views, River House is a grand Catskill estate designed for unforgettable group gatherings. A long private drive leads to this 11-bedroom, 7.5-bath retreat, where historic character, expansive indoor-outdoor spaces, and room for up to 24 guests create the perfect setting for family reunions, milestone celebrations, retreats, and weekends that feel truly away from it all.

Inside, the home feels historic, soulful, and full of character. Sunlight pours through towering arched windows, highlighting antique wood floors, brick details, vintage furnishings, and expansive gathering spaces designed for lingering meals, late-night conversations, and laid-back afternoons together. The kitchen brings rustic charm with oversized windows and warm wood accents, while the dining areas offer plenty of room for shared dinners, celebrations, and long breakfasts before a day of exploring.

Multiple lounges give the group room to gather, unwind, or break into quieter pockets throughout the day, while the game area with a pool table keeps evenings lively without anyone needing to leave the estate. At night, 3 king beds, 10 queen beds, and a twin single create a generous sleeping setup, so couples, families, and friends can settle in comfortably after long dinners, pool days, and time by the river.

Outdoors, River House truly shines. Spend warm days by the private pool, gather on the sprawling deck for meals with water and mountain views, or fire up the BBQ grill on the back porch for a classic cookout. On the lower level, the outdoor hot tub faces the river, creating a peaceful spot to soak after a day of exploring. As evening settles in, the backyard fire pit invites everyone to gather under the stars, with the Hudson River and surrounding trees as the backdrop.

Set in Catskill, NY, this estate places you close to the best of the Hudson Valley—riverfront scenery, charming nearby towns, hiking, antique shops, art galleries, farm-to-table dining, and seasonal adventures. Whether your group is planning a quiet escape, a celebration weekend, or a scenic base for exploring Catskill, Hudson, and the surrounding mountains, River House delivers a one-of-a-kind stay with space, character, and views that make the trip feel special.

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips.

Comprised of quaint towns, each with their own charming main street, upstate New York’s Hudson Valley is famed for its natural beauty and seasonal produce. After all, it was here that inspired an entire artistic movement of Romantic painters who captured the area’s rolling hills, colorful foliage, and pastoral setting. View the landscapes in person by hiking the Catskill Mountains. Then, visit local farms where there’s a lot to pick: apples in the fall, strawberries in the summer, and vegetables in between.

Local Attractions: Downtown Catskill, Downtown Hudson, Olana State Historic Site, Thomas Cole National Historic Site, Hudson Amtrak Station, Catskill Mountains hiking trails, ski areas, and swimming spots.

​​​​​​​Home truths:
- Please note that we require a security deposit of $1000 which will be collected after the booking has been made.
- This home is a historic home and therefore the flooring may be uneven in some places, and there is a spiral stair inside.
- Third-floor catwalk has large openings in rails.
- The spiral staircase to the fourth floor has balusters of more than 4"
- This home allows pets for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Max daytime occupancy: 48
- The Town of Athens is a residential community and any unreasonable noise or disturbances, disorderly conduct, or violations of the Town Code will not be tolerated and may result in citation, fines, and/or eviction from the rental unit.
- The pool is closed during the winter months and typically reopens around mid-May. For more specific information, please feel free to inquire.
- The pool cannot be heated.
- A pack-n-play and highchair are provided at this home.
- The fireplace is non-operational, and is not for guest use.
- Please note, Home is on a water well system and has a limited capacity. Excessive water running will cause an outage that will restore in about 30 min, be conscious when showering at the same time.
- Please note our occupancy includes an additional two beyond bed count. Trifold floor mattresses and additional linens can be provided upon request.
- Please note: The Pavilion is under construction and currently off-limits.

Parking Details:
The driveway can accommodate up to 25 cars.

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more. For anything you need, we’re at your fingertips!

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed with En-suite
Bedroom 2 / Two queen beds
Bedroom 3 / King bed
Bedroom 4 / Queen bed
Bedroom 5 / Queen bed
Bedroom 6 / Queen bed & twin bed
Bedroom 7 / Queen bed
Bedroom 8 / Queen bed
Bedroom 9 / Two queen beds
Bedroom 10 / King bed
Bedroom 11 / Queen bed

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This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

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

  • Unit size: 7,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Catskill Estate • Pool + Hot Tub + Fire Pit | Sleeps 24 | River House located?

This family-friendly Catskill holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Hudson River and Thomas Cole National Historic Site. Greene County Council on the Arts and Lumberyard Contemporary Performing Arts are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

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Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Brenna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not sure how I can fully express how magical our stay was at this house! The house itself is a perfect balance of vintage and chic. It is absolutely gigantic and has plenty of space for people to hang out in large groups or sneak away for some peace and quiet. It was very snowy when we were up there (which added to the magic) but the host was amazing about checking on us and getting the driveway plowed when we needed it. The beds are very very comfortable, the kitchen supplies are abundant, the house was spotless and homey. Can not recommend enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Berta T.

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

Great trip

The house is so historic and very beautiful/interesting. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family New Years reunion

This place had enough room for family of 24. Lots of space to hangout at. Will book again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Margot M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Family getaway

We had a wonderful time in Catskill! The house was lots of fun and had tons of space for everyone. We reached out with some questions before our stay and never received a response, many of the outlets didn’t work and the house could have used an extra cleaning before we arrived but overall we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt C.

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

Great family gathering spot

The number of bedrooms and bathrooms was great for the 13 of us. The big kitchen, pantry and long dining tables made for fun interaction. The game room with pool table and ping pong table were perfect for after dinner fun. Beautiful property on the river. We plan to go back. Historic homes are tough to maintain and our hope is that it is as nice in the future as it was this week.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

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

Family weekend

The house was perfect for our family of 17 members, age range 19 to 86 years. We loved the ping pong table and the shuffleboard table. We missed having a workable fireplace. That would be a good addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

WOW! AMAZING FAMILY REUNION - WE WANT TO COME BACK

We loved the place. The views in the morning and at sunset were breathtaking. The lake in front was amazing. The house itself was in great condition, so many rooms for our large 20+ group and the way the house is set up encouraged everyone to bond across multiple living rooms Great swimming pool and kayaking was available. We really got to bond as family and everyone wants to come back. Our bonding was enhanced as everyone just loved the environment, Thank you again for doing a superb job looking after the house and its premises and making our stay GREAT.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Epic bachelor party

We had an amazing bachelor party weekend at this place. The views of the Hudson (which we were able to kayak out on thanks to the kayaks provided by the property), the lounging by the pool, the backyard games on the sprawling lawn, the grilling on the huge deck, the poker game around the enormous dining room table, the hours spent in the game room, all of it was just a great time at a truly unique property. The only hiccup was that the water went out on the first day due to an issue with the water well but the property manager responded immediately and came with hired help to fix it. We will talking about this trip for years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful estate, well appointed, very accurate description online.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

brian f.

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

Great company outing

Charming and beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Incredible home with stunning views

We loved our castle on the river and recommend it to any large groups looking for a solid getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alvin M.

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

Family gatherings

Wonderfully relaxing weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

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

Family of 18 had a great time.

Master bath needs a taller toilet for older people Master shower needs an upgrade..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice old house

The house was big and spacious we enjoy the space and of course the pool and the hot top it was a nice get away weekend with friend and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rushikesh T.

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

Great View

Amazing view of Hudson River. First floor layout is open and ideal for friends and family gathering. Master bed room size and view is super. Grounds are beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

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

Awesome Long Weekend!

20 of my friends and I enjoyed this home over a long summer weekend. It was perfect — queen/king sized beds for everyone; big yard for lawn games and a slip and slide; and a pool, hottub, and fire pit perfect for a group hangout. The property is extremely private, but the property manager is just a text away and very responsive. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Kathleen D.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Overall we had a great stay at the River House. We spent a long weekend with family celebrating a milestone birthday. The house had plenty of space so we weren’t on top of each other and almost everyone had their own bathroom. Views were great, there were lots of different rooms for gathering and the game room as well as pool and hot tub made for a great weekend. The house was much older than expected and not kept up. Being able to heat the pool even a little would have been a big bonus. It was also clear it hadn’t been deep cleaned in a long time. Communicating with the management company started out great but was harder to get a timely response towards the end of our stay. All that said, it had everything we needed and we’d consider renting again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Peter G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
This property is overpriced. The online photos must be very old or very carefully staged. Although the physical setting is beautiful, the house itself suffers from significant deferred maintenance. Doors do not close securely, stained walls need paint, wooden floors have holes and severe wear, exterior decks and walkways are worn and degraded, pool heater broken, and mismatched furniture has seen better days. Central air conditioning does not service much of the house, so many rooms require their own window or separate cooling units. Fans are provided, but wide variation in interior temperature persists throughout the day and night. We had lots of bugs in the house much of the time. The kitchen appliances and equipment are insufficient for cooking for a full house. The saving grace was the local property manager who responded quickly to any questions and needed repairs, though he did not have much of a budget to make improvements.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with so much space to accommodate!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025