Shawangunk Homestead - comfy, posh apartment near Minnewaska
This beautiful 2 - bedroom guest apartment is a cushy launch pad for climbing in the Gunks, hiking at Minnewaska, biking the rail trail and exploring the glorious Hudson Valley. 10 minutes from the congestion of New Paltz, this peaceful apartment has all the amenities of home; a private entrance, dishwasher, full bath, full kitchen, laundry, TV and WiFi. The bedrooms feature a comfortable queen bed, or a twin bed that converts to a firm king bed. There is even a massage chair! We are a small homestead with orchards, a garden and chickens. Bring your dog, we are pet friendly for friendly pets and offer doggy daycare in a beautiful dog run. We love families, the extra person fees do not apply to children but please request that they are removed - VRBO does not do this automatically. The Hamlet of Gardiner with restaurants, antiques, art shops and the Walkill Valley Rail Trail is a short walk. This is a great place to recharge with a weekend away, or a respite for weary travelers. We have lived, worked and played here a long time, so let us know what you are interested in and how we can help out. We love to share our home and region with guests.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn off heat and mini split
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
About the area
Gardiner
Located in Gardiner, this apartment is in a rural area. Loren Campbell Memorial Field and Historic Huguenot Street are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tuthilltown Spirits and Jenkinstown Day Spa. Ice Time Sports Complex and African Cultural Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
State University of New York-New Paltz - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Poughkeepsie Station - 33 min drive
Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Underground Coffee and Ales - 10 min drive
Lola's Cafe & Catering - 10 min drive
Sideshow Kitchen & Bar - 11 min drive
Oyster & Clam Bar - 11 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Shawangunk Homestead 15 minutes to great cross-country skiing at Minnewaska! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Shawangunk Homestead - comfy, posh apartment near Minnewaska?
As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shawangunk Homestead - comfy, posh apartment near Minnewaska on 28 Apr 2026 start from AU$212, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Shawangunk Homestead 15 minutes to great cross-country skiing at Minnewaska! ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shawangunk Homestead 15 minutes to great cross-country skiing at Minnewaska! ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shawangunk Homestead 15 minutes to great cross-country skiing at Minnewaska! ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Shawangunk Homestead 15 minutes to great cross-country skiing at Minnewaska! located?
Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Tuthilltown Spirits and within 6 miles (10 km) of DM Weil Gallery and Jenkinstown Day Spa. Robibero Winery and Whitecliff Vineyard are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Hatti was a wonderful host! She made sure our group was comfortable (including offering a massage chair for our sore muscles after cross country skiing). The place was so charming and perfect for our weekend stay.
We had an excellent stay. The owners were very friendly and extremely welcoming, ensuring that everything was in order for our visit. The place was inviting, warm, and extremely clean. There are numerous windows and skylights that provide ample amounts of natural light. The flat featured numerous up-to-date energy-saving appliances, and it was comfortable on the rather cool and wind-swept days we were there. We were in New York for some personal business, and coming back to the house at the end of the day was quite comforting. The bed was extremely comfortable, and there were plenty of clean and fresh linens. The bath was clean and had all the necessary items, including shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and even Q-tips, just in case you forgot them. Parking was excellent and highly available, and the owners even checked to ensure our parking needs were met. There was a large yard and a dog run in case you are traveling with pets. Overall, a great and enjoyable stay for us, and we will return soon. We highly recommend this homestead! Thank you, Hattie and William!
John & Deborah W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2025
It was really great to host you, I hope you can come back again for more of the fun stuff and less business. It was a pleasure meeting you. Thank you so much for the nice review.
About the host
Hosted by Hatti J Langsford
I was the naturalist at Minnewaska for 12 years and was more recently a museum educator at the NYS Museum. My husband is a retired Mechanical Engineer, who is fluent in German. We are climbers. We love sharing our area and experience with our guests.
Why they chose this property
We are so close to Minnewaska State Park Preserve and the Gunks, but also close enough to the Hamlet of Gardiner to walk to town. We can bike to New Paltz on the railtrail or drive there in 5 minutes.
What makes this property unique
Our homestead has orchards, garden and chickens. There are places to walk on the property. It is quiet here and guests have the exclusive use of the front yard and private parking and entrance.