The Catskills Retreat is a spacious, converted 2 bed, 1 bath barn built in 1900 with its own private creek and 3 acre backyard (+5 acres across the creek). The property is in a great location, 12-15 min from both Plattekill and Bellayre Ski Mountains, 10 min from Margaretville & Roxbury, and close to farmers markets, hiking, golf, fishing, kayaking, & more! It’s been designed with a ton of charm, character, and coziness—everything you want for an upstate getaway. This is a place for city-dwellers to reset, reflect, and relax. Designed to maximize coziness, my hope is that you enjoy every part of your stay—from having your cup of coffee while taking in the sounds of the babbling creek to BBQing on the deck to relaxing in the evening by the wood-burning stove. Follow @thecatskillsretreat on IG for more pictures and videos of the space + local recommendations. ——— Welcome to The Catskills Retreat! This barn was built in 1900. With its own private creek and expansive backyard that overlooks 8 acres, it truly feels like your own private oasis. As you enter the house, you immediately feel at home. The historic barn has been thoughtfully transformed into an inviting space with exposed wooden beams, original wide plank floors, and a cathedral ceiling. There are 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom with double sinks and double shower heads (yes, double shower heads!). This makes the house well-suited for a group of friends, two couples, or small families. Despite its vintage charm, The Catskills Retreat is equipped with all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Prepare delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen. Work remotely with high-speed 500 mbps Wi-Fi or watch your favorite movies or shows on the 65” flat-screen TV with every streaming platform you could need. Take a hot shower in the natural stone shower after checking out one of the gorgeous hiking trails nearby. Head upstairs where you'll find the two bedrooms separated by an open loft area, a great place to read and relax. The first bedroom on the left has a queen sized bed and a clothing rod. The second bedroom on the right has a queen sized bed, clothing rack, and dresser. Both bedrooms have luggage racks for easy access to your clothes, charging ports for your phone, and sound machines. AMENITIES - High speed WiFi (500 mbps download, 25mbps upload) - 65 inch Samsung Smart TV to stream Netflix, Hulu, Prime, HBO, Max, YouTube, & more - 125 inch Crate & Barrel Lounge Sectional (super comfy and space for the whole family) - Ecobee Smart Thermostat with built-in bluetooth speaker - Wood-burning stove with "fire bricks" and firestarter provided - Outdoor table with sun umbrella that seats 4 - Charcoal grill - Washer & dryer located in basement, scent-free detergent provided KITCHEN - Plenty of plates, bowls, utensils, cups, and wine glasses for entertaining and cooking large meals - Coffee: Ninja Coffee Maker / Keurig Individual Coffee Maker, pods provided / Individual-sized French Press - Dishwasher / Nutribullet / Full size blender / Hand mixer / Microwave / Toaster / Hot water boiler / Cast iron / Cusinart ice cream maker - Variety of teas and coffees available - Large refrigerator and freezer with ice maker WFH / REMOTE WORK FRIENDLY - High speed WiFi able to accommodate multiple people and devices streaming, video calls (I work remotely, so I also rely on fast, reliable WiFi) - Branch ergonomic office chair / keyboard / mouse DOG-FRIENDLY - Please feel free to invite your furry friend! Up to one dog allowed - Partially enclosed backyard (note: house is near the road so please watch your dog) BABY, TODDLER, KID-FRIENDLY - Pamo Babe Portable Crib Baby Playpen with Mattress and Carry Bag - Inglesina Fast Table Chair for Babies 6-36 Months & 1-3 Year Old Toddler - Hatch Rest mini sound machine - shopwithgreen Unbreakable Kids Bowls BEDROOMS & SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: Queen-Size Sealy Mattress - Bedroom 2: Queen-Size Westin Heavenly Bed - Charging port in both of the bedrooms - White noise maker in one of the bedrooms PARKING - 1 covered garage parking space (note: no garage door) - Parking for at least 2 other cars on the gravel SKIING & OTHER ACTIVITIES - Bellearye Mountain Ski Center (15 minute drive) - Plattekill Mountain Ski Resort (15 minute drive) - Hunter Mountain Ski Resort (40 minute drive) - Windham Mountain Ski Resort (45 minute drive) - PLaY Catskills: Peace, Love, and Yoga (10 min drive) CAFES - Folsom Point Provisions (Denver, NY / 5 min drive) - Mornings Korean Cafe (Arkville, NY / 10 min drive) - The Village East Cafe (Fleischmanns, NY / 10 min drive) - Cafe Marguerite (Margaretville, NY / 10 min drive) FOOD & RESTAURANTS - The Fierce Grizzly (Roxbury, NY / 10 min drive) - Oda Wine Garden (Margaretville, NY / 10 min drive) - Zada's Bar (Margaretvile, NY / 10 min drive) - Peekamoose (Big Indian, NY / 16 min drive) - Silvia's (Woodstock, NY / 45 min drive) - Wayside Cider (Andes, NY / 25 min drive) GROCERIES - Freshtown Marketplace (Margaretville, NY / 10 min drive) - Home Goods of Margaretville (Margaretville, NY / 10 min drive