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Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool

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8.4 out of 10 Very good
9 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 25

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Big Indian, NY
  • Popular LocationBelleayre Mountain Ski Center6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBelleayre Mountain Ski Center8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCatskill Mountains14 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+3
7 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Double Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool

Grab your 25 closest friends and head to the Orenda Retreat Center for the ideal getaway! This 9-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom estate is fully equipped with all of the comforts of home. Bring your skis and hit the slopes at Belleayre Mountain, just a short drive away, and don't forget to relax on-site in between adventures. The home boasts an impressive outdoor entertaining space, a sauna, a private pool, and 13 acres of land begging to be explored. You’ll want to make this vacation rental a tradition!
Please note our back deck will be under construction January 15th - May 27th, 2024.. During construction, there will be no access to the outside back of the home through the sliding glass doors and the deck will be unavailable. The other 3 exits (front and side of home) will not be affected and in use.
Cancellation Policy: Travelers who cancel will receive a 50% refund up until 30 days prior to arrival. Cancelling within 30 days of check-in, no refund will be issued. Additionally, If booking is within 30 days of check-in, all bookings are final.
Please note the Security Deposit is a hold placed on the credit card during the stay and shall be returned to the Guest within a week after checkout less any itemized deductions. Please ensure your credit card on file is always up-to-date to avoid any disruptions.

Orenda Property Information

Cameras: Please note there are external cameras for security purposes monitoring and recording outdoor activity in the front and back of the home.

Shoes: NO SHOES IN THE HOUSE AT ANY TIME other than the mud room. The pine floors dent easily, and guests are liable for any damage.

Thermostats: We are in the Mountains! The common area of the house is all on one main thermostat. Each bedroom and bathroom have independent thermostats. In winter months, it is very important that ALL bathroom thermostats ALWAYS be kept ABOVE 55 degrees (during cold temperatures) and the doors remain closed at all times. All bedroom thermostats should be turned OFF upon checkout, but all bathrooms must remain at 55 degrees with doors closed. THANK YOU for being mindful of this important policy as significant damage can occur with frozen pipes if this policy is not followed. Please note that air conditioning is limited to the master bedroom. Many of the bedrooms have ceiling fans.

Smoking: The property is Non-Smoking. Smoking is not permitted inside the house or on any decks or outside furniture.

Guests: People other than those in the Guest party may not stay overnight in the property. At least 50% of the booking party must be 24 years of age and older. Maximum of 25 persons staying at one time. This total include adults and children. No more than 25 people allowed due to fire and safety concerns.

Quiet Hours: Guests should not create excessive noise at a level that disturbs neighbors. Code-enforced neighborhood quiet hours are from 10:00p.m. – 8:00a.m.

Liability: Orenda Retreat Home is privately owned; the owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. The Homeowners are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premise. The use of this property is done at one’s own risk.

Underage Drinking: Not Permitted.

Care: Keep the property and all furnishings in good order. Damage to property is subject to loss of security deposit as well as additional fees should damages exceed the security deposit amount.

Appliances: Only use appliances for their intended uses. Please note there is no running sink water in the 2nd smaller kitchen.

Pets: Pets are NOT allowed on the property during rentals due to the homeowner’s severe allergies. Please include any questions/requests regarding ADA-certified service animals prior to booking.

Parking: Parking is limited to 10 vehicles. Vehicles are to be parked in designated parking areas only. Parking on the road is not permitted. Any illegally parked cars are subject to towing; applicable fines/towing fees are the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner.

Housekeeping: There is no daily housekeeping service. While linens and bath towels are included in the unit, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate. Upon check out, the property should be left in a clean and orderly condition. It is expected that all dishes be cleaned and put away, floors swept (NO Mopping Wood Floors… ONLY Bona mop).

Garbage: The marked can in the kitchen is used for recycling. The recycling should be completely separate from the regular garbage in its own white or clear garbage bag. This would consist of bottles, cans, paper, but not pizza boxes (that would be regular garbage). Do not use the compactor bags for recycling. *See list of recyclables in kitchen drawer. Please note the town is very strict with rules and there will be a fine if not followed.
The garbage is to be put in the pull-out compactor to the right of the sink. DO NOT put any loose garbage in the garbage receptacles without using bags. Only clear or white bags can be used. If black bags are used the garbage will not be taken by garbage collection and we will have to pass on fees to rebag.
Please put all garbage and recyclables in the garage in the bins provided (extra garbage to be self-disposed). If these rules cannot be met, this will require the cleaning crew to make sure the garbage is in order to ensure the garbage collector will take everything away, which will incur a $100 charge that will be taken out of your security deposit.

Pool: The pool is generally open between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Pool heater is not used and do not under any circumstances fiddle with the pool heater. A solar cover is provided to heat the pool. ENSURE that the pool is covered every evening and upon leaving. This will keep the heat in the pool.

Stove: Please ensure you use the fan located behind the stove. Hit the button on the top right corner of stove to lift and retract the fan.

Fireplace & Wood Stove: Make sure to Open flu before starting a fire. Pull opens the flu and push closes the flu. Do not throw any paper or other combustible materials in the fireplace or wood-burning stove.

Water and Septic: The property is on a well and septic systems. The septic system is very effective; however, it will clog up if improper material is flushed. DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper. No feminine products should be flushed at any time.

Sauna: The sauna is located in the first-floor bathroom near the front door. Turn the dials to your desired time and temperature. Drizzle little amounts of water over the center stones using the ladle and bucket provided for steam.

Candles: Please do not burn any candles in the home. There are candles in the kitchen hall cupboard for electrical failure EMERGENCY ONLY.

TV/DVD/VHS/Music: Ability to plug in Android / iPhone for music with surround sound; DVD player for movies (DVDs in bottom drawer of media center); Chromecast to cast from phone or computer. Detailed instructions located in the chest on coffee table.

Internet: Wifi Name: Orenda, Password: orenda108

ORENDA: Procedures for Leaving

Independent thermostats in every bathroom MUST be set to 55 degrees. Independent thermostats for all bedrooms must be turned OFF.

Close doors to all bathrooms and bedrooms. Close all windows.

Turn Hot Tub temperature (if accessible) to 94 degrees & turn off all jets/light (HOT TUB NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME).

Take out all garbage/recycling from house, kitchens & bathrooms and bring to the garage and place in receptacles. Take any additional garbage that does not fit in receptacles with you to dispose off property.

Pull all linens (sheets & pillowcases) from used beds and put them on floor of each room. Place comforters & pillows on beds neatly as to not get wrinkled.

Clean out refrigerators & pantries of all items.

Clean all dishes & sinks and run the dishwasher before you leave

Sweep all wood & tile floors free of debris.

Wipe countertops from all kitchens & baths free of debris.

Lock all doors including exterior doors & sliders.

IMPORTANT! Set the alarm by entering the code then the “away” button before leaving the property.

Your reservation serves as acknowledgement that you have read and understood the above policies and procedures in its entirety and agree to abide by them.

Property manager

Maria Turco

Languages

English, Italian

Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Arkville

This holiday home is located in Arkville. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Catskill Mountains and Belleayre Beach at Pine Hill Lake, while Empire State Railway Museum and Mount Tremper Arts are cultural highlights. Pine Hill Community Center and Ski Bobcat are also worth visiting.
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Big Indian, NY

What's nearby

  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 6 min drive
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 8 min drive
  • Pine Hill Community Center - 10 min drive
  • Belleayre Beach at Pine Hill Lake - 11 min drive
  • Catskill Mountains - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Village East - 10 min drive
  • Tito Banditos - 9 min drive
  • Peekamoose Restaurant & Tap Room - 12 min drive
  • Arkville Bread & Breakfast - 11 min drive
  • Crazy River Cafe & Deli - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool located?

Situated in Arkville, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Belleayre Mountain Ski Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Belleayre Mountain Ski Center and Pine Hill Community Center. Belleayre Beach at Pine Hill Lake and Delaware & Ulster Railroad are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

doug h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
18 of us, ages 3 to 88 stayed here for a week with plenty of space, even when it came to daytime naps. It was a treat to all fit around the dining table, and to have several places, inside and out, to congregate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Donna R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Summer Get- Away from the summer heat!
There were 17 people in our party ranging in age from 8-76. There was plenty of room for us all. There was no air conditioning except the master bedroom, so you need to be aware of that. The bunk room is where the young kids slept and it was quite warm. We couldn't open the windows in that room because there were no screens on the windows and lots of flies. The swimming pool, hot tub, and firepit were enjoyed by all. We had to drive about 15 minutes to a grocery store, and very little other retail, so shopping should not be a priority when planning a trip to this location. We hung out on the deck most of the time and had lots of family bonding time. We've been renting from VRBO for many years and this location was enjoyed by everyone. The high temperature each day was high 70's, we all had come from much hotter climates, so that was probably what we liked best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Beautiful and Well Maintained Home!
We spent MLK weekend at this beautiful and spacious home. We could not have been happier - it is very close to Bellyayre Ski, which was a huge plus! We had a bit of snow while we were there and a few of the cars were not able to pull out, but the homeowner (Adam) was kind enough to send someone over to re-plow the driveway. Adam was very responsive and we enjoyed our stay, making great memories with friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

DEA L.

Very beautiful and wonderful place
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Fantastic family reunion at Orenda Belleayre Mountain Retreat
My family and I were looking for the perfect getaway to celebrate with our family. We were looking for a place that has something for everyone. There was a pool and hot tub, beautiful home, lots of hiking and beautiful waterfalls to explore. Shopping and great towns to visit plus good eateries! We would highly recommend staying at Orenda and will have years of happy memories! Thank you! David C. Westwater and The Kurtzner Family Reunion
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Maria Turco

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Maria Turco, President of Orenda Management LLC (Orenda), is a fitness and yoga industry entrepreneur, founder, and visionary.
She is the founder of Honor Yoga, a Yoga Franchise and the HonorYogaFoundation.org and donates the use of Orenda to non profit retreats on behalf on the Honor yoga Foundation. Please help to support a non profit retreat
https://honoryoga.org/
Maria Turco https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaparrellaturco/

Why they chose this property

History of Orenda

Orenda meaning - humanities ability to harness the collective power of nature's energies as well as their own inherent spiritual energy!

The property it sits on what was originally an apple orchard. Owned by the Tortuga Family in the 1950’s, it was purchased by Phyllis and Mel Litoff in 1981 as their 2nd home. Mel and Phyllis owned and operated the Sweet Basil Jazz CLub, in NYC.They they expanded to host their family and friends including famous musicians. Both Phyllis and Mel went on to host the Belleayre Music Festival, which was an annual festival that played host to such artists as James Blunt, Rosanne Cash, Branford Marsalis, Frankie Valli, Obie Benson, Lyle Lovett, The Neville Brothers, Linda Eder, Ray Charles, and Wynton Marsalis many of which were hosted at their home. On 7 July 2002, at the age of 63 Phyllis lost her fight to brain cancer at the home in

In the fall/ winter 2017 Maria Turco, founder of Honor Yoga had sought out a retreat center that could serve as a retreat center and refuge for the Honor Yoga Family System her fellow healers, friends and family. In an impromptu drive up to the catskills she walked no further than the entrance to the front door and immediately felt the enormous healing, empowering, joyous and positive energies of the property.

History of The Area

Long before Middletown was Middletown, this area was occupied seasonally by Lenni Lenape (Delaware) Indians. The Lenni Lenape were named by the English the “Delaware” Indians as they lived on the shores of Delaware Bay and the river that emptied into it. They were an Algonquian speaking tribe (as opposed to Iroquoian), and their territory ran from the headwaters of the Delaware and Susquehanna Rivers south to the Potomac. The Oneidas and Tuscaroras occupied lands to the north and west; the Mohicans, Esopus and Wappingers to the south and east.

What makes this property unique

Mission & Vision

Our mission is to awaken the power of the human spirit

Our vision lodging, facilities, and programs for those seeking educational enrichment, relaxation, and spiritual renewal

Languages:

English, Italian
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