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Hiking & Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk,Gunks,Minnewaska

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Games room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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New Paltz, NY
  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • State University of New York-New Paltz
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mohonk Lake
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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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.

Hiking & Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk,Gunks,Minnewaska

Location! Location! Climbers, Hikers and outdoor enthusiast dream. Walking distance through short local trail to the best hiking and climbing in the Gunks! Can walk into Mohonk and Minnewaska from the house. Enjoy the recreation room, indoor pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, bocce court and high end household amenities from the mattress to the linens. Wifi, smart TVs, multiple fireplaces this property has it ALL!!!! Wonderful and welcoming home for children with many amenities for families and we are pet friendly :)
7 quick miles to town and lots of great dining /shopping options.

CHECK OUT: mohonkpreserve.org
This is a great website for local activities, trail maps, dining, and more!
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center. An indoor pool, a gym and 1 hot tub are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center and 6 minutes from Testimonial Gateway
Hiking & Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk,Gunks,Minnewaska offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Hiking & Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk,Gunks,Minnewaska.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

No fires inside or out except with permission only
No events or additional house guest other than reservation except with permission only
If you break something please make owner aware, You may be held responsible.The owner cannot be responsible for loss of electricity due to storms.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Will need to discuss number and type of pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: GREAT house for children, lots of activities/toys!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Will have extra security deposit and site fee TBD

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site
Note from host: Will have extra security deposit and site fee TBD
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Hiking & Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk,Gunks,Minnewaska Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and near the Gunks along the Mohonk Preserve. The beds were comfortable as others mentioned. Plenty of towels and kitchen supplies. A few things kept it from being a 10/10 stay for us. Wi-Fi didn't work when we arrived and it wasn't a quick reset of the to router fix; we had good communication with the host but hunting through cabinets for a second router with the correct cable to reset using screenshots from online help texted to me was a little extra to be able to watch a movie as a family.The endless spa for the lap pool did not work during our stay, so it was just a small unheated pool. Hot tub was nice. Outdoor toys and rec room air hockey and foosball were nice but all felt a bit out of shape - missing pieces or Air hockey didn't fully turn on. In the kitchen, the coffee maker would stop mid brew at about 2 cups so some coffee was really strong and other cups were weak after restarting and there was no filtered water from the front of the fridge or automatic ice maker (we bought a bag of ice from the grocery store) as I suspect the water line was disconnected from the fridge/freezer. I really wanted to love this place as much as the other reviewers but I felt this was just enough little things to mention for a home at this price range and not have the turn key experience as I had read about.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and spacious property. Check in was very easy and straight forward. The host was very easy to communicate with and quick to respond. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location great home and a good host.. loved all the extra curricular stuff to do on the property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

candace R s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We had a wonderful family vacation at Michele’s house in New Paltz. The house had everything we needed and more! The house clean, comfortable and well equipped. We loved the pool, hot tub and the turf yard. The location was perfect for us, close to nature and a short drive into town. Michele was easy to communicate with and we would happly stay there again if our travels bring us back to the New Paltz area
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location. Super private. The rec room and endless pool were really nice. Air hockey provided a lot of fun. The beds were very comfortable. Had a few hiccups here and there. The ice maker didn’t work, basketball court was cool but couldn’t use unless we brought our own ball. Ball was deflated and the pin to blow it up was broken. Outdoor shower is not hooked up and lots of debris inside. They don’t advertise but there’s a little putting green that was super cool just bring a putter and a ball. Tether ball was neat and lovely to sit outside and look at stars or gunks Used to rentals having coffee, tea bags, salt & pepper, oil along with Reynolds wrap etc. and this house did not so just bring that along.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert E., New York, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice home with plenty of space. Nice outdoor area and secluded.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Home Away from Home—With Bonus Fun for the Kids!

We had an absolutely wonderful experience and can't recommend it enough. The location is ideal—just minutes from the center of town, shopping, and fantastic hiking trails. Whether we wanted to explore nature or grab a quick bite or some souvenirs, everything was incredibly accessible.Inside, the home is filled with natural light that streams in throughout the day, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The layout is thoughtfully designed, with a spacious, open feel and that made us feel right at home. A major highlight was the rec room, which quickly became the kids' favorite hangout spot. From the pool to various games, it kept them entertained for hours, giving the adults time to relax and unwind. It was the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hiking in the Gunks

Great place! As advertised, a pool, hot tub, a view. Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gunks Stay

We had a great time at the house! It was clean with a very cool pool/game house that the kids loved, The beds were comfortable and everything was easy to use. Close proximity to Mohonk, great winery snd farmer’s market. Even the dog loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

This property is a great luttle getaway tucked below the Gunks. Spent the long weekend there with my family and some friends. Houze has a great little pool, rec room, and hot tub within short drives of some great activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great, relaxing location!

Celebrated my 60th birthday here with family, everyone had an awesome time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nasir S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a great time

We had a great time . Beautiful home and good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family celebrations

A weekend spent with our family celebrating some milestones and life. Property was perfect for us. The house was beautiful and clean. Pool house was amazing stocked with everything you need to enjoy. Exercise equipment, videos, foosball table, air hocky, comfy area and games. Hot tub and pool was clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mini Get Away

Very happy with the house. Loved the rec room. Kids were excited to be able to swim even in cold weather!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Bronx, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway in the heart of nature

This house is absolutely amazing - great space, hot tub, indoor pool, lots of entertainment options for chilling at night or on rainy days. Amazing view on the edge of Mohonk Preserve and a very short drive to the incredible Minnewaska State Park. The hosts are clearly avid hikers/climbers and you can see why they care for this home and the location. Set at the end of a quiet street but only minutes into New Paltz for shopping and dining - and less than 15 minutes to 87 for a straight shot down to NYC. The host was super responsive and communicated really well to make our stay wonderful. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Birthday Celebration

We had a wonderful family long weekend at Michele’s beautiful home in the Hudson Valley. We were there to celebrate the birthdays of my husband, son, and grandson. The house was comfortable and well equipped to make meals. Michele the host couldn’t be more responsive. There are many great hikes and wineries close by. This was a 5 star expereince enjoyed by all.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb Vacation Home

This property was spectacular. Immaculately clean and every detail done well. From a fully stocked and ready to go kitchen, to comfortable beds, sheets and towels. I’ll be back to stay here again and the host Michelle couldn’t have done more. Having had a few disappointing stays in other properties of late, this was a welcome game changer!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chen

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday reunion

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely house. Even though the weather was great, with a hot tub and recreation room, we all had much fun. The kitchen was well stocked with all the pots and knives. We cooked every day together and played games. I highly recommend it for a family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick E.

Liked: Cleanliness

On the edge of Paradise

Very close to hiking and biking trails! Beds were comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dena M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location

House, amenities, location and ease of communication made this a wonderful stay!! Property was clean and the hot tub is wonderful. Beds are comfortable!! We recommend and will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Home and Location

Our stay was fantastic. The home was clean, filled with amenities for children and adults, and walking distance to hiking trails. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary F., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful August in New Paltz

My family (husband and 12 year-old daughter) rented Michele's beautiful home for four weeks in August as a complete getaway from the city. My daughter also had a friend up and her dad came for a bit, too; there was plenty of room for everyone to have their own comfortable space--it was great! We made great use of the hot tub and the girls loved the indoor pool and air hockey. I cooked multiple times on the big grill and we loved eating outside. It was a lovely, homey space to have as a home away from home. The surrounding area is also amazing. We took easy hikes in Minnewaska State Park and in the Mohonk Preserve. We ate in really great and fun restaurants in High Falls and Tillson. We went to the farmstand 10 min down the road every day. I was very familiar with other parts of the Hudson Valley but staying at Michele's made me fall in love with the area. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place for a vacation

House was great. Very “lived in” vacation home rather than “pristine” dedicated rental. That’s why I rated it a 4 rather than a 5. Perfect for families with young kids. Large master BR with attached bath. Powerful shower with instant hot water. Big kitchen/dining area. Comfortable furniture in the living room and tv room. Outside was mostly artificial turf and a bocce court. Could have been nicer but it was fine. Large outdoor dining table with grill. Great location on top of a hill surrounded by the woods. The host was very responsive to all my questions and always answered soon after my submission.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible home and location

The home is incredible and is located so close to New Paltz, hiking, waterfalls, rock climbing, shopping… I could go on and on. We took a short drive to Woodstock and did some shopping and eating there as well. Owners were quick to respond to any questions! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magic house

Great location. House was as promised and more so.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024