Title: Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102810000/102807500/102807421/0b5419c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102810000/102807500/102807421/w2699h2130x141y0-5b867bdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table football, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102810000/102807500/102807421/38e76107.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table football, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102810000/102807500/102807421/6e2c0b12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102810000/102807500/102807421/51f7b669.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Serenity at Lake Joseph, nestled within a 2000-acre forest preserve. Enjoy the private hot tub with views of Lake Joseph, explore the nearby hiking trails and local breweries or spend quality time with family by the firepit or on one of four kayaks. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122278 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski Welcome to your Serenity at Lake Joseph. This lakefront getaway has all the amenities you could dream of surrounded by a 2000 acre forest preserve with a private hot tub with views of Lake Joseph, dock, kayaks, and more. No detail was overlooked in this cozy, but luxurious 4 BR, 4 BA home with incredible views of the lake. 1.5 hours from NYC, only 15 minutes to the new Holiday Mountain Ski & Fun Park, 15 minutes to Resorts World Catskills, near several hiking trails, local breweries, and 20 minutes to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. Serenity at Lake Joseph is a 2800+ lakefront home boasting spacious interiors, full chef's kitchen, two living rooms, game room, hot tub, firepit, hammocks, trampoline, four kayaks, row boat, paddle board, outdoor dining, grill, and more. Main floor: has a bedroom with a queen bed, full bathroom, open kitchen and living room with beautiful views of the lake, and access to the deck with propane grill and outdoor dining furniture. Second floor: has a master suite with a king bed and spacious en suite bathroom, another full bathroom, and a bedroom with two full size beds. Lower level: has the 4th bedroom with 2 full size beds, family room with a large TV, foosball table, basketball, laundry room, 4th full bathroom, and sliding doors to the deck, fire pit, and hot tub. Want to enjoy the surrounding areas? Horseback riding, pony rides, petting zoos, pumpkin patches. Rafting down the Delaware River. Hike countless trails. Visit a brewery and discover the local beers. Holiday Mountain Ski & Fun Park Resorts World Casino Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark White Lake Starlight Marina Lake Superior State Park Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Livingston Manor Callicoon Narrowsburg Upper Room Farms Cunningham Family Farms Bridle Hill Farm Rolling Stone Ranch The Bindy Bazaar Stone Arch Bridge Trail Thompson Town Park Trails Tusten Mountain Trail Blue Trail East to Mullet Falls Trails High Falls Neversink River via Red Trail Woodridge O & W Rail Trail easy Neversink River Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Trail Long Pond via Beaverkill Ridge Trail ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: No cigarettes, vaping, etc inside the house. ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Foosball table - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park 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 - Unit size: 2,278 square feet ## Similar properties ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78600000/78597500/78597435/b18913b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Catskills Escape with Hot Tub, Game Room, and Theater! 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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: No events or parties of any kind. 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b696a5x ## About the area Located in Monticello, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Bethel Woods Center For The Arts and Forestburgh Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark and Oakland Valley Race Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Monticello travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monticello.dx6055784) [View more Chalets in Monticello](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monticello-Chalets.d6055784-aaChalets.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C41.59751%2C-74.70892&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mCnk3SNe_bax8N_XwTNAiRctvRI=) Forestburgh, NY ### What's nearby - Monticello Motor Club - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles - Monticello Casino and Raceway - 12 min drive - 7.7 miles - Resorts World Catskills - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles - Concord Monster Golf Course - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles - The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark - 18 min drive - 9.7 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Monticello Bagel Bakery - ‬9 min drive - ‪Pho Hung - ‬8 min drive - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬8 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Miss Monticello Diner - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski located? > This family-friendly Monticello holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Monticello Motor Club, and within 9 mi (15 km) of The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark and Mongaup River. Concord Monster Golf Course and Forestburgh Playhouse are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Serenity at Lake Joseph | Lakefront•Hot Tub•Ski Reviews 9.6 ### 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 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony Y. 16 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! Beautiful location; well maintained, clean and spacious residence. ##### Tony Y. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Erin R. 6 Nov 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Location This property has an amazing location with plenty of space in the home! Loved the open kitchen with plenty of seating. Great place to stay if you have children. ##### Erin R. Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara G. 4 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Experience! We had a fabulous time! The house was gorgeous and the games and hot tub were so much fun. Kayaking was a blast and we really enjoyed every minute! ##### Sara G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve M. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cool house in a quiet setting! ##### Steve M. 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