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Secluded, dog friendly, 3-bedroom home bordering the Mohonk Preserve

Holiday home in New Paltz with kitchen and patio

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View of front door from driveway. 7 steps to get inside.
Front door with key pad lock
Top floor bedroom with queen bed and full closet. Sheets provided.
Main floor bedroom with queen bed and full closet. Sheets provided.
Basement bedroom with full sized bed and full closet. Sheets provided.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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New Paltz, NY
  • Place, Minnewaska State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, State University of New York-New Paltz
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement

1 Double Bed

Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Top floor

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Basement bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Main floor basement

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded, dog friendly, 3-bedroom home bordering the Mohonk Preserve

Welcome to this secluded home in New Paltz. This excellent property features 3 bedrooms with 2 queen beds and 1 full bed, perfect for a tranquil getaway in nature while being only 10 minutes from New Paltz village center. The 2 full bathrooms are equipped with all the essentials you need for a peaceful stay.

This property is surrounded by the Mohonk Preserve, 10 minutes from New Paltz Village, 10 minutes from Minnewaska State Park, and five minutes from the Mohonk visitor center. You can access the Mohonk preserve right from the backyard! You will find the preserve provides tons of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking rock climbing, cross country skiing, and more- check their website for details: Mohonkpreserve.org

Each window of the house has a full view of trees, making you feel like you are in a treehouse!

Relax on the back deck each morning while having a cup of tea or coffee and listening to the birds. There is an outdoor dining area where you can enjoy your meals. At night, gather around the propane fireplace on the deck with the café lights on or off to enjoy the stars! You will find it the perfect spot for stargazing.

When you pull in, you will see a dedicated fire pit in the yard to use your leisure, please clean up after yourself. Gather around the fire while discussing the day’s activities of hiking, climbing, mountain biking, and exploring.

Unfortunately, this house is not fit for toddlers. We have two toddlers so we are very aware of how dangerous the staircase is. If you refer to the pictures, you will see there is a large drop off from the first floor into the basement with no railing.

If you are bringing your dog, please keep an eye on them. The property does not have a fence. We ask that you clean up after your dog- I think we can all agree that nobody wants to step in poop while exploring the property! We will provide dog bags- please place them in the garbage can in the white shed. Be aware- there is a lot of wildlife around house! Such as bears, fox, raccoons, fisher cats, coyotes, porcupines, snakes, mice, bugs-including ticks, and anything else you can think of!

This house is located in a quiet residential neighborhood bordering the Mohonk Preserve. There is a long driveway that leads you into the property. There are no visible neighbors from the house as there is full coverage of the property 3 seasons out of the year. Come check it out!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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 fire extinguisher

About the area

New Paltz

Located in New Paltz, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Testimonial Gateway and Historic Huguenot Street are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Mid-Hudson Children's Museum and Hyde Park Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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New Paltz, NY

What's nearby

  • Minnewaska State Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • State University of New York-New Paltz - 7 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Mohonk Lake - 17 min drive - 20.0 km
  • LEGOLAND® New York - 41 min drive - 64.4 km

Getting around

  • Poughkeepsie Station - 26 min drive
  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Underground Coffee and Ales - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪P&G's Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lola's Cafe & Catering - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sideshow Kitchen & Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded, dog friendly, 3-bedroom home bordering the Mohonk Preserve pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Secluded, dog friendly, 3-bedroom home bordering the Mohonk Preserve?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded, dog friendly, 3-bedroom home bordering the Mohonk Preserve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded, dog friendly, 3-bedroom home bordering the Mohonk Preserve?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded, dog friendly, 3-bedroom home bordering the Mohonk Preserve located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Minnewaska State Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center. Testimonial Gateway and Robibero Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location!

Stayed with family of 5 for hiking at Minnewaska and Mohonk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay! The host was very helpful and promptly responded to our requests and inquiries. They readily accommodated our needs. Excellent and lovely location. Near a lot of key places that we wanted to visit. Ample private parking. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property tucked in the woods. Tidy house, pleasant and easy stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at Sheila’s home! Super clean, organized and had everything we needed for cooking, relaxing and just hanging around the house. We also loved the fire pit outside for s’mores! Would definitely recommend staying here while exploring New Paltz, Gardiner and Walden. Thanks Sheila!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and dog enjoyed our stay, the house was clean had a nice outdoor deck and a great firepit for evenings. Some of us were climbing in the Gunks and some of us were just hanging in town and this house was the perfect location for both. The host was easy to work with, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and an awesome location! We had a great weekend and totally enjoyed the deck with the gas fire pit. The house was clean, stocked with essentials, and incredibly peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabien P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and amazing location. In the bedrooms, it really feels like you are in a tree house. The house is secluded but it's within 10min of New Paltz, Gardiner, and Minnewaska. Perfect to unplug for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Beautiful Setting

The property is beautiful and secluded. The house suited our needs and provided us with a great place to relax and spend time together. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had no issues at all. Nice area, peaceful and quiet. The bedrooms were comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed. The communication with the host was also great, she responded right away. We stayed there with three adults and two kids, ages 14 and 12. All good, I recommend this property. Close to New Paltz which is such a cute town.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You cannot find a better location! So close to the most amazing hiking in Mohonk Preserve and Minnewaska State Park, and also the quaint town of New Paltz. The house itself is clean, comfortable and very private. Great deck. It has everything you need for a great stay. Would definitely rent it again. The host also was super accessible when I had a question about the AC.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Natural Bliss

We had an incredible stay! We came up for a ladies weekend to get outdoors, explore the area, and do some cooking in and this property was the perfect spot for all of the above. The layout was ideal with a bedroom on every level and the location was sublime, right next to the Mohonk Preserve! Owls, woodpeckers, snakes and birdsong were all lovely additions to our stay. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and and just right for me and my sons and their wives. The beds were comfortable and the layout of the bedrooms on three separate levels accommodated us well. The host responded immediately and made access to the house easy. Very private and beautiful setting. Convenient to the neat little town/village of New Palz. We were mostly gone during the day but it would be a pleasant place to go for a getaway to stay around the house and drink coffee and read or watch tv and enjoy nature right outside. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Upstate

My friends and I had a really nice time at Sheila's property for a spring weekend! When you're sitting in the living room, it really feels like you're in a tree house. It was comfortable for 6 of us (2 in each room) to hang out inside when it was rainy outside. Check in and check out was easy. Location was perfect for our needs (hiking in Minnewaska and Mohonk and roller skating at Skate Time in Accord). I recommend bringing coffee filters if you're planning on making coffee! Also, just a quick warning - the driveway is very steep with a little bit of a drop off on one side.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was incredible. A beautiful home tucked away in the woods with stunning views all around. The owner was wonderful and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELSEY K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sheila Corts

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Why they chose this property

This house is located in a quiet residential neighborhood bordering the Mohonk Preserve. You will need to purchase a pass from the preserve to use their property. You will find endless opportunities to explore once on the preserve.

There is a long driveway that leads you into the property. There are no visible neighbors from the house as there is full coverage of the property 3 seasons out of the year.

The house has a unique contemporary layout. The main floor bathroom was updated recently.

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