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Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska

Immerse yourself in nature with endless trails just steps away. Recharge at home with a refreshing dip in the pool or a game of bocce.

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Game room
Exterior
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Gym

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, outdoor shower, bocce court and high end household amenities from the mattress to the linens. Wifi, smart TV, 3 fireplaces this property has it ALL!!!! Wonderful and welcoming home for children with many amenities for families and we are pet friendly :)
Close to town and lots of great dining options.

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Property manager

Michele

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

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

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool
  • Spa 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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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

  • Laundromat nearby
  • 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 center
  • 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

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
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!

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
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
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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
New Paltz, NY

What's nearby

  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 5 min drive
  • State University of New York-New Paltz - 8 min drive
  • Minnewaska State Park - 9 min drive
  • Shawangunk Mountains - 9 min drive
  • Mohonk Lake - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Poughkeepsie Station - 26 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hasbrouck Dining Hall - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Main Dining Room - Mohonk Mountain House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Clay at Wildflower Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mc Gillicuddy's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska located?

This family-friendly New Paltz vacation home is located on a river, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Shawangunk Mountains and DM Weil Gallery. G. Steve Jordan Gallery and Testimonial Gateway are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Hiking/Climbing Paradise- walking distance to Mohonk/Gunks/Minnewaska Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dena M.

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.

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

Matthew L.

Wonderful stay
The house is magnificent and the owners very responsive. Plenty of amenities to entertain adults and children.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene M.

Wonderful stay at a great house
Everything was as indicated, lovely setting and great house with all the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

Perfect getaway
Honestly I can’t say much more than this stay was just about perfect! Great location and a wonderful home filled with everything we needed for an amazing week!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Konrad M.

Excellent Escape
Great House, Great Location, Great Hiking, Beautiful Views. Will definitely return when we can!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

New Paltz Mountain Stay
Perfect place for a base to visit the area for my mother's 80th birthday. Great views and patios, super quiet and very comfortable. Easy access to much of what the area has to offer and no more than 15 minutes from town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

Lovely and quiet retreat for a family gathering
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in New Paltz. The property has enough space for our family to gather for meals and board games, or just to have some alone time. The kids loved the pool. We explored the area, checking out the waterfalls, nature preserve, and cute little town.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

A week in the gunks
The house was great. Clean and orderly. Great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence W.

Another great stay
Wonderful location. Clean handsome house with all two families could need. Had what was needed to cook in. Hot tub and pool was enjoyed by kids. Very easy to reach Mohonk and Minnewaska for hiking, which was our main activity.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Fun and peaceful family getaway
This house is perfect for families with young kids and it is in the best location (close to hiking and not far from town). The view of the gorgeous Shawangunk ridge from the kitchen window or backyard is priceless! We highly recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Great family time in the Gunks
Our two families - including 4 adults, one teenager, one 10 year-old, and two small dogs-really enjoyed our stay. Stellar location and hot tub (with heated game room adjoining) was a highlight. Great spot for hiking in nearby Minnewaska and Mohonk and close to New Paltz. We enjoyed cooking and playing games together in this comfortable, clean house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K., Fredericksburg, USA

Great stay in a beautiful location
My husband and I loved our stay at this lovely home! The house had everything we needed and the bed and couches were super comfortable! It was a perfect location to explore the Gunks and New Paltz area! I enjoyed hiking directly from the house into Mohonk Mountain Preserve (I made sure to purchase a year long membership first) and making the short drive to explore Minnewaska State Park. Communication with Michel was super easy and we appreciated her suggestions for exploring, dining and shopping. We'd gladly stay here again. Thanks so much for sharing this lovely spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

A great location for a family getaway
Michele was quite good about communicating with us. Her home is very comfortable and located well for day trips for hiking, biking and birdwatching. After our adventures, it was fun to sit on the patio and watch the climbers on the mountain, have dinner on the patio and later to sit in the hot tub. The beds were comfy, and the kitchen was well supplied. Our family truly enjoyed our long weekend at Michele's.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD R.

Vacay in New Paltz
8 of us stayed at this property- 4 adults and 4 children. The house and property was amazing!! Never a dull moment. So much to do! And, we fell in love with the area. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison L., Sewell, United States

Amazing House and Location!
To start, the house had an incredible layout, was well taken of, very clean, and had awesome amenities. Everyone loved spending time in the game room, pool, and hot tub! The town of New Paltz is really cute with great restaurants/bars and friendly people. The house is very close to many things to do including various difficulty in hikes, Mohonk resort/property, and walking around New Paltz. We loved our stay here and can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth L.

Excellent stay in Mohonk's foothills
This house is great and is definitely a place to stay in warm months with so much to do. The property is amazing and well appointed and clean. Easy access to trails, beautiful views, and so much to do inside and out. We really enjoyed our stay. If we had to make a complaint, it was that the recreation space is detached and in winter, difficult to heat. The woodburning fireplace in the living wasn't in order so that was a bit of a disappointment, but none of it was enough to ruin our stay or outlook of this property! We loved everything this house has to offer and will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kai-lin R.

Amazing house!
Amazing house with lots of amenities like the indoor pool, rec room, and large patio. Great location - close to beautiful hiking and to New Paltz Main Street. We ranged in age from 6 to 75 and everyone enjoyed it. Michele is a responsive and attentive owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

EJ S.

Ideal
Home was perfect for all ages-on one floor for elderly, equipped for the young, efficient, beautiful inside and outside, with many amenities. We love the Hudson Valley…Bad weather deterred several of our plans requiring us to stay in, this home provided us with a great vacation in spite of the weather. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria A.

Wonderful Stay
We had a great experience at this property. The space and surroundings are gorgeous. You have everything you need in the house. We were a group of 3 couples and our dogs and it was ideal. Absolutely recommend! The pool is closed in the winter but everything else is open. We played basketball, used the hot tub, played giant chess outside. We had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Extended birthday for the Mr ♥️
Even Mother Nature could dampen our weekend with the convenient location of this beautiful property. Despite the rain on Saturday, we were still able to make it over to Gertrude’s Nose since it’s only 5 minutes away (including parking!!) to Minnewaska. From the comfortable beds to the lovely feeling of being in a home, Michele makes you feel like a guest - not a renter. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi N.

A Home That Has it All
This beautiful home had everything we were looking for. We stayed here with our teenage children and two of their friends. There was always something to do, and beautiful hiking/walking trials so close. We loved the shops in the wonderfully unique village of New Paltz. The house is amazing and the separate game and pool house was great for the kids. Michelle was an excellent and attentive host. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Fun Time
Winter is always dicey weather-wise, the property has plenty of distractions for when weather doesn't cooperate. Beautiful open space with great sunrise views and the cliffs to the West. Close to town but far enough to provide serenity. Hiking trails convenient to the property. Everyone had a fabulous time
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

In a word.....Amazing!
We were 2 families of 4, and we were absolutely blown away by this property. First of all Michele the property owner is an absolute dream to deal with, but the house itself is incredible. So much space to spread out, and so amazingly close to local hiking spots at Lake Minnewaska and the Mohonk Preserve. It really could not be better situated, and furnished. There are also so many things to keep kids entertained. We will definitely be back. Thanks again Michele!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020