Title: Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Birch Creek Retreat \~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna Family-friendly holiday home with fitness centre and sauna ## Photo gallery for Birch Creek Retreat \~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna ![Interior - Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna (Pine Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32919300/32919256/2ffa29f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility - Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna (Pine Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32919300/32919256/b8eff7aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna (Pine Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32919300/32919256/136ea772.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna (Pine Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32919300/32919256/197c6d7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna (Pine Hill)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32919300/32919256/0b4ac784.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in 23 acres of woodlands, this spacious country home near Belleayre Ski Resort offers a historic retreat. Unwind by the two working fireplaces or soak in the covered hot tub after a day of skiing, hiking, or exploring. Eight comfy bedrooms and most with personal bathrooms provide ample space for family gatherings. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 206000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Birch Creek Retreat \~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna Historical, spacious place for families to bunker up in a natural setting. Stay at this private, sprawling & historic country home just 5 mins from Belleayre Ski Resort! This is a generously spacious home situated on 23 acres of woodlands. There is a barn and a rare keystone bridge on the property with a meandering stream that runs throughout. Perfect place to host memorable family reunions, friends gatherings & all season getaways! :) Please inquire for use of the barn. This is a historical home with tons of original features. Dr Henry Morton (first President of Stevens Institute) and his descendants called this estate home for over 4 generations. The Mortons were benefactors to the local area, including the Pine Hill Library. Since acquiring the house, I have done my best to maintain the integrity of the home while continuing to embrace some modern touches for comfort. License #2024-STR-AO-027P The house has 8 comfy bedrooms and most have their own personal bathrooms! Two working fireplaces and large eat-in kitchen with a commercial Garland range and a covered, outdoor hot tub. Come get toasty by the firepit or soak in the hot tub after a long day or skiing, hiking, boating, swimming, antiquing and exploring! Firewood and Propane for BBQ will be on site gratis and plentiful for your stay! During your stay, you will have access to entire main house and wraparound deck, along with surrounding grounds and parking. Please inquire for use of the barn in advance. I have a local property manager who is readily available for any potential needs that may arise. I will always be respectful of your privacy and space. I will also be available by phone for any requests, needs or questions that you may have! There is a guide in the house with suggestions to eat, drink, see & do. The house is set up to comfortably accommodate 16 adults maximum. Any add'l guests visiting the home beyond booking agreement must be discussed in advance. Loud music must be turned down outside past 10pm with respect to the local neighbors and surrounding forest. I love dogs! So, well-behaved dogs are welcome. 2 dogs max. The add'l fee will be $25 per dog, per night booked. This house was built in late 1890's and is reflective of that style of home. If you are expecting a modern, fine-lined and updated property, this may not be most ideal fit for your needs. The house is in a rural setting. Please anticipate rusticity and old fashioned character. The home is thoroughly cleaned and cared for between guests though not void of imperfections. There are general updates which I am constantly working on with my maintenance team in between guest stays. If you notice something specifically broken upon arrival or in need of repair, please message me about this upon/during your arrival so that I may address appropriately. The home is located in the woods on a secluded property; potential for wildlife sighting is quite possible! In inclement weather, 4WD or AWD is recommended. There's one exterior camera that oversees the parking area ONLY. This a very large, older home so temps can vary throughout. During colder weather, small areas of the of home stay warmer (bedrooms, kitchen) than larger open areas (formal dining room), so sweaters and comfy slippers may be needed for some folks. There are supplemental heating sources for your comfort: fireplaces, floor heaters, wall heaters and throws. Check-out is 11am SHARP and Check-in is between 4pm - 10pm. Please understand that the house requires the entire time in between to clean & prepare for the next set of guests. If you would like to arrange an early check-in or late check-out please let me know beforehand so I can try and make arrangements ahead of time, if possible. There is so much to do in this part of the Catskills in every season! Pine Hill is a Hamlet in Shandaken in the heart of the Catskills, approx 2.5hr drive from midtown NYC. We are 5 mins away from Belleayre Ski Resort and about 30 mins from Hunter, Plattekill & Windham. Belleayre Beach at Pine Hill Lake is a 3 min drive with swimming, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and more. There are endless hiking trails in the area. Getting around by car is recommended. No car? Trailways of NY Bus Line drops you off to nearby Fleishmanns, a 5 min drive from house (.08 miles). The bus takes 3 hrs & 15 min to and from Port Authority. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Optional ski privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Gym - Optional ski privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 6,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73080000/73080000/73079933/c59b7d1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### NEW 5 Bed 5 1/2 Bath Townhouse Walk To Skiing! 900 sq ft Of Mountan View Decks! 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Ensure all oven knobs are turned to off position. If you used BBQ grill clean and turn off, Return grill tools and put cover on (when cool to touch). Empty bathroom/bedroom/kitchen waste bins. Dispose of in the dumpster located at the bottom of the hill. Misc: Restore any furniture moved. Check outdoors for misc items left or garbage on premise Hot tub: Secure Hot Tub cover. Doors: Ensure back door (by hot tub) is closed & secure. Ensure utility room door is closed and secure. Ensure front door is locked and secure. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No Children in Hot tub. Do not remove floating filter from hot tub. Doing so will incur a $250 fee! Un-amplified, low key music outdoors off by 10pm. Please ensure all garbage is collected before check-out and placed in the dumpster on the property. Any garbage bag left will be charged $25 p/bag. Any add'l guests visiting beyond the booking reservation must be requested for permission in advance. 8 vehicles is the max vehicles on the property. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: 2 dogs max. $25 per night booked, per dog. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Please inquire for permission for special events! ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: Please inquire for permission for special events! 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 Property Registration Number 2024-STR-AO-027P ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Charming Private Catskills Getaway All Season House Pine Hill Charming Private Catskills Getaway All Season House Charming Private Catskills Getaway All Season Pine Hill Charming Private Catskills Getaway All Season Charming Private Catskills Getaway All Season House Pine Hill Charming Private Catskills Getaway All Season House Charming Private Catskills Getaway All Season Pine Hill Charming & Private Catskills Getaway! All Season Pine Hill Charming Private Catskills Getaway! All Season Charming Private Catskills Getaway 4 Season 16ppl Dog Friendly Charming Private Catskills Getaway 4 Season 16ppl Dog Friendly Charming Private Catskills Getaway! 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All Season Charming Private Catskills Getaway! 4 Season 16ppl+ Dog Friendly Safe Clean Well stocked Catskills Home 8br 8 Bath Dog friendly Safe Clean Well Stocked Catskills Home | 8BR 8 Bath Dog friendly ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.14250%2C-74.48611&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mGJgl5aTwxbUwBdYiTsMR2-hTiI=) Pine Hill, NY #### What's nearby - Catskill State Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Belleayre Mountain Ski Center \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Pine Hill Community Center \- 1 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Hunter Mountain \- 35 min drive \- 33.3 miles - Windham Mountain Resort \- 42 min drive \- 35.9 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Waffle Cabin - ‬3 min drive - ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant & Cantina - ‬4 min drive - ‪Peekamoose Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Oakley's Place - ‬8 min drive - Sunset Lodge ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna? ### What time is check-in at Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna? ### What time is check-out at Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna? ### Where is Birch Creek Retreat ~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Birch Creek Retreat \~ 8br, 8ba, New Hot Tub + Sauna Reviews ## Reviews ### 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 93 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy G. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Large, multiple spaces for informal gathering of folks, huge deck, large kitchen and full equipment for cooking, nice hot tub, responsive manager, beautiful woodsy setting and grounds. Perfect accommodation for a large family gathering with multiple generations, or any group. Mella was very accommodating and helpful from the original booking through changes in dates to the ultimate stay. She responded to questions quickly and communicated clearly. Easy check in with a lockbox. Thank you for a wonderful stay! ##### Nancy G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidy A. 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay We had a great time during 4th of July weekend. We were a large family but fit comfortably with 8 rooms , each room was nicely organized and the outside area of the house is unreal. If you like nature then this is the place for you. We loved it! ##### Heidy A. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken W. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Large property Host was very easy to communicate with. The house is very large and comfortable. Ac units all over the house, plenty of seating and lots of different areas to hang out with large groups of family or friends. All the bedrooms had they're own bathroom attached which is wonderful. The whole group I was with were happy with the stay. If you're looking to book a place that can accommodate a large group this place should be considered. ##### Ken W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Casey W. 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family place We enjoyed our stay and had plenty of room for our whole family. Close to Belleayre and 30 mins from Hunter. ##### Casey W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison P. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay for a big group We just got back from a great stay with a few other families and their kids and had the best time. This is our second time staying here and it’s exactly as we remembered which was great, but it’s even better now with the new sauna - which was AMAZING! I would recommend this home to anyone and cannot wait to book it again next year! ##### Allison P. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia K. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family weekend Great house and property for family get together. Plenty of space and activities nearby. ##### Patricia K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yessenia C. 10 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful time in the Catskills We had an amazing time Labor Day weekend! The weather was great. We went to Caterskills waterfalls which was amazing. A must see and the nearby beach was also very nice. The house was very clean & well kept with all the amenities. Made it a great stay! ##### Yessenia C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tanya h. 15 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual Holiday Family Ski Trip This large home comfortably accommodated 16 guests ages 21 to 87\. Ample bedrooms and bathrooms for a group this large are hard to find but this home has plenty. The large and well stocked kitchen was a great gathering space after a day on the slopes with plenty of space for chefs and sous-chefs to work while the rest watched while enjoying apres-ski activities. The dining room was great for evening board games and led easily to the living room for evening movies. We look forward to returning. ##### tanya h. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celeste B. 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy I will be honest, when we arrived in the yard in the pouring rain I was a bit skeptical. But when we walked around to the front and entered this beautiful, clean house all doubts were instantly dispelled. The house is gorgeous, spacious and well equipped. The abundant bedrooms are spacious and well appointed most with their dedicated bathroom. The large common areas give plenty of space to relax and converse. The pros:beds and pillows very comfortable plenty of linens plenty of accoutrements (soap shampoo etc)excellent wifi peaceful and quietA large, clean, well equipped commercial kitchen and everything works (including the ice maker which is a first for a rental). In addition the open racks for silverware and utensils made cooking and cleanup a breeze.The cons: Nobody came up with any!!!our group of 12 plus a dog ranged from 3 to 77\. There was something for everyone. We hiked, we cooked we ate, played games with the kids, spent time in the hot tub, enjoyed long evenings under the stars by the fire pit. We took the gondola to top of the mountain and danced to a local rock band. we ate ice cream in Phonicia. In short this wonderful old residence provided memories and stories to last a lifetime. Thank you for the excellent provisioning and making this place available. We would definitely return and recommend it without hesitation. ##### Celeste B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Greg W. 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion Half way point between extended family members. Just the right amount of bedrooms, bathrooms, and social areas for our group. ##### Greg W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda M. 6 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely weekend getaway Had a wonderful time at Mella’s property. It was perfect for our group of friends getting together. She provided everything that we needed! ##### Amanda M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly P. 13 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great house for friends and family Easy to check in, comfortable beds. This house is wonderful for a big group. Highly recommend it. ##### Kimberly P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo C. 20 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Weekend My cousins and siblings had a great time from start to finish. The house was very comfortable with multiple places to relax. We had a large group and never felt short for space. All bedrooms were well furnished. The amazing kitchen was perfect for making our large family dinners. The area around the house offered beautiful scenery and nice options for when we wanted to go out. Highly recommend this property and host (Mella) ##### Ricardo C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah O. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New Years Family Trip The house is the perfect size for a large family gathering! Communication was responsive and helpful. My family had a wonderful time bringing in the new year!! Would stay here again! ##### Deborah O. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zach D. 20 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing huge house, perfect location The house is way bigger than I realized, great property, perfect a ton of great stuff to do in The Catskills ##### Zach D. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin T. 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country Charm We had a great weekend at this property—plenty of space to spread out and enjoy time together. ##### Erin T. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip B. 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property for a get together This was a great property for a large get together with kids. The house was very big, with good common areas and a giant deck. Everything went smoothly. ##### Philip B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly M., Medford Lakes, NJ 12 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The most charming home Once again our stay at this property was amazing! It’s a perfect home for large groups. Almost every bedroom has a private bathroom. Mella is available for any questions. ##### Kelly M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### john l. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country retreat The property is pretty much as described. Great place to relax if you want to sit on a huge deck over looking a forest. ##### john l. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANoop T. 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Weekend Gateway This place has everything you need for a gateway, very spacious, perfect size kitchen, rooms are cozy and large and the location is perfect. will definitely recommend and will return for sure, thank you for making my bday trip memorable. ##### ANoop T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### deborah l. 19 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Stay Our family stayed for five days surrounding my daughter’s wedding in the area. The kitchen is absolutely fabulous and each room has its own personality and convenient bathroom. The surroundings were gorgeous and relaxing on the porch helped us to wind down from all the wedding stress. The owner quickly responded to all our questions and we felt very spoiled! I highly recommend Birch Creek Retreat. 😀 ##### deborah l. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mitchell L. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend stay We held a reunion weekend for a close group of friends. We loved the fact that there were plenty of bedrooms (without bunk beds) and plenty of bathrooms to accommodate us.My friends enjoyed the hot tub and barrel sauna. We had a great time cooking and hanging out in the kitchen chatting til the wee hours. Mella was a fantastic host, easy to communicate with and very responsive. Everyone had a great time. I wouldn't be surprised if we tried to do another reunion gathering next year at this place! ##### Mitchell L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh R. 29 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a large group getwway Mella’s house is the perfect space for a big group to escape to nature. Amazing property, large house, lots of bathrooms, and tons of amenities. Plus Mella is great with communication. Highly recommend! ##### Josh R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophia V. 7 Apr 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing and ideal catskill location This place is amazing- historic but updated to be so comfy and enjoyable. Great place to spend time cooking, hanging out and relaxing! everyone can have their privacy and also hang out as a group. can't say enough great things. ##### Sophia V. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian T. 11 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Home Near Belleayre Mountain We stayed here with our family to go skiing in the Catskills. Everyone had a terrific time and especially enjoyed preparing meals in the kitchen and relaxing in the hot tub. We would certainly go back. ##### Brian T. 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