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Historic Church Home in Woodstock/Saugerties

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Front/Parking area
View from the adjacent house (The Annex)
Living Room
Living area
View of Living room from kitchen
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • GymGymGym

Check out the area

Map
Saugerties, NY
  • Popular LocationOpus 404 min drive
  • Popular LocationBethel Woods Museum7 min drive
  • Popular LocationHITS-on-the-Hudson9 min drive
  • AirportHudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)37 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Historic Church Home in Woodstock/Saugerties

The Sanctuary @ Clove Church is where rustic meets modern in a one-of-a-kind 1890'a church house, perfectly situated where the Catskills meet the Hudson River Valley. Warm yourself next to the wood stove as you watch bright colored light dance across the room from the original stained glass windows. After shooting a few hoops on the indoor basketball hoop (!), relax your muscles by sitting in the infrared sauna. In Summer head outside to enjoy smores around a fire pit under a starry sky.
The space:
The house consists of two distinct areas. The first is a large 3 season open area with a basketball hoop, heavy bag, infrared sauna and a separate yoga/meditation room. You can even hook up your relaxing playlist to the sauna's built in speakers. The other area is the main living space consisting of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, country kitchen, dining area and office nook. One of the bedrooms with queen bed is located on the ground level. The other 3 bedrooms are upstairs with two having their own entrance which are connected by a large room with twin-over-full bunkbeds (perfect for families). The master bedroom has a king bed and the other bedroom has a double bed and desk. The upstairs bathroom is, quite simply, a work of art with amazing tile work in an large, albeit quirky, open plan bathroom. The downstairs bathroom has unique stone floors taken from the onsite quarry and a rustic wood framed bathtub and sink. The cozy living room has a roaring hot wood stove where you can relax reading a book or enjoy watching the Alexa enabled TV with Netflix, Amazon, etc apps included. Outside you have a raised flat yard with a tree swing, chairs surrounding a fire pit and loungers to enjoy the mountain views by day and star filled skies at night. The Annex, located next to The Sanctuary, is also available to rent. Please message to inquire about renting both properties.
Location:
The location of The Annex could not be more ideal. It's the perfect home base to explore the Catskills and Hudson Valley. The nearest grocery store is 3.4 miles (7 minutes). 2 miles away is the surreal Opus 40 sculpture park that features live music picnics in spring, summer and fall. Everyone knows the name "Woodstock" but this cute picturesque town is more than tie-dye and great local music. It's home to some of the best upstate restaurants including mind blowing cuisine of Red Onion, Silvia and Cucina, as well as the quaint Brooklyn-esque vibe of Shindig. Not to be slept on, Saugerties has it's own stand out restaurants including Miss Lucy's Kitchen, Black Eyed Suzie's and The Dutch Ale House to name a few. If hiking and being outdoors is your thing (of course it is!) then head out to the endless amount of hiking trails the Catskills has to offer. Very nearby are Overlook Mountain and Indian Head Wilderness that has some of the most beautiful scenery in NY State. Just a short 10 minute drive , you can explore beautiful Hudson River Valley where you'll find the unique Saugerties Light House. In addition from May-Sept, Saugerties is home to the hugely popular HITS equestrian series featuring the nation's best riders. In winter strap on snow shoes or head up to ski Hunter Mountain which is a mere 30 minute drive or 40 minutes to Windham. If that's not enough, the super happening city of Kingston is 20 minutes by car. A sudden influx of renowned chefs has put this city on the map that already has an array of hip coffee shops, chic home design shops like Exit 19 and antique stores galore. Grab a table at the innovative newish restaurant Wilde Beest, then stroll over to Stockade Tavern to sip on cocktails mixed by absolute geniuses. And I have yet to mention live music. You are in the heart of where America's most iconic musicians made their mark including Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Joni Mitchell and The Band. Speaking of The Band, Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock has unforgettable music events/recordings/shows by everyone from Emmylou Harris to Lake Street Dive. Of course there is much, much more such as historical buildings in Kingston and the legendary Woodstock music venues like Colony and Bearsville Theater and the super cool town of Hudson (30 mins) but these are only a few of the many reasons we fell in love with this place and we are proud to share it with you!

Property manager

Stephen Welch

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Saugerties

Located in Saugerties, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaaterskill Falls and Esopus Bend Nature Preserve, while Opus 40 and Bethel Woods Museum are cultural highlights. Consider Byrdcliffe Barn for a night out or Kiwanis Ice Arena if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Saugerties, NY

What's nearby

  • Opus 40 - 4 min drive
  • Bethel Woods Museum - 7 min drive
  • Saugerties Village Beach - 8 min drive
  • Esopus Falls - 8 min drive
  • HITS-on-the-Hudson - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhinecliff-Kingston Station - 27 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 10 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 6 min drive
  • Buns Burgers - 5 min drive
  • Two Brothers Pizza - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Church Home in Woodstock/Saugerties pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Historic Church Home in Woodstock/Saugerties?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Church Home in Woodstock/Saugerties?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Church Home in Woodstock/Saugerties located?

This family-friendly Saugerties holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Opus 40, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kiwanis Ice Arena and Saugerties Village Beach. Esopus Falls and Seamon Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

5.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Sactuary!
Beautifully converted church with thoughtful touches. Convenient to local trails and sites. Host very responsive, even over a holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sammi M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property - HITS weekend
I rented this property with 3 friends for the HITS horse show - we had teens and smaller kids with us, and it was a perfect distance from the show. The house is fabulous, quirky and fun - the younger ones absolutely loved the basketball hoop and games area. Everyone had their own room and we all had plenty of space to relax in the evenings. We also were able to get delivery every night (which was a godsend) there is also a ton of information at the property for good, activities and the local area etc. We had a few questions and Stephen was super fast at getting back to us. The property has a large garden with various seating areas and although we didn't get to enjoy them this time, you do get to walk through them from the additional parking at the rear of the house. This place is a real gem, I would highly recommend it. Thank you Stephen!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Stephen Welch

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My family has been staying at vacation rentals long before Airbnb and other vacation sites were even a thing. We've had some of the most unforgettable experiences that we still talk about to this day. We've also had a small fraction that we would like to forget. We decided to buy this crazy unique property because 1) we absolutely love the Catskills and Hudson Valley and 2) I wanted to create something unique and try to emulate the great things we have experienced when staying at private homes, while improving on some of the things that have been not so great. The one thing I know that had some of the most significant impact on our experiences: The host. My goal is to become a trustworthy person that guests can rely on to help them navigate the local area and our home. Your arrival and experience while staying in our home should be one of positivity, relaxation and fun! We truly hope that you are able to live like a local and enjoy being here as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

Ever since I remember I've always wanted to live in a church. The high ceilings, the open space flooded with lights. We fell in love with this property the minute we saw it. It's the best of both worlds: Broad open common spaces with cozy, character filled bedrooms with exposed beams and beautiful stained glass.

What makes this property unique

Along with the draw of the interior of the property, the exterior is just as interesting. Previous owners have added to the charm by building a network of stone walls, created from the very stone quarried on the property. With frequent visits from owls, hawks, rabbits and foxes, the connection to the natural world surrounds the unique house.

Languages:

English
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