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Cragsmoor Summer Rental

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Cragsmoor, NY
  • Place, Minnewaska State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sam's Point Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, LEGOLAND® New York
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cragsmoor Summer Rental

Situated in the Shawangunk Mountain community of Cragsmoor, "Blithwood" is the perfect setting for a country vacation; reading, walking, hiking sightseeing, hang gliding, exploring, bird watching. The house is a 1920 wood frame shingle with 2 1/2 baths, one bath with shower and one with a claw foot tub, a half bath downstairs. There is a wood burning fireplace. Fully furnished. Memorial Day to Columbus Day.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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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 leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Keys may be left in the front door lock.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No loud parties or music, please respect our neighbors. Use the charcoal grill safely. No pets. Please do not park on the grass. Use the recycling bi

Important information

You need to know

Property # 803781vb
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

Cragsmoor

Located in Cragsmoor, this holiday home is in the city centre. Shadowland Theater and DM Weil Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brimstone Hill Winery and Angry Orchard. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking.
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Cragsmoor, NY

What's nearby

  • Minnewaska State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sam's Point Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • LEGOLAND® New York - 42 min drive - 47.3 km
  • Resorts World Catskills - 43 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - 56 min drive - 68.1 km

Getting around

  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Morning Sunshine Market - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cohen's Bakery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cragsmoor Summer Rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cragsmoor Summer Rental?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cragsmoor Summer Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cragsmoor Summer Rental?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cragsmoor Summer Rental located?

Located in the heart of Cragsmoor, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Minnewaska State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Sam's Point Preserve and VerKeerderkill Falls. Shawangunk Ridge State Forest and Ellenville Fault Ice Caves are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

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

Charming stay

This house was so full of charm. We enjoyed all the features and the location was full of beautiful sights. Sam's point is worth the hike. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

wonderful get away

We stayed at this property over 4th of July. It's located in a beautiful setting in the Catskill Mountains. The house has a lot of character that really added to the whole experience. If we are ever in the area again, we will definitely seek out this property to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Family vacation

This property is beautiful and exactly how Bob described it. My mother out-law loved the historical aspect and just couldn’t believe she was staying in such a cool place. We also loved how the property had three deer living on it and we got to see them every morning. Bob was a great host. We didn’t need anything however he was close by if we had. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
We enjoyed having you Rachel.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zeltzin R.

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

Amazing stay

My group and I had a great weekend in this house. Bob was such a great host. Greeted us upon arrival and showed us everything. He was even kind enough to come back with some suggestions of places to go for fireworks. The house was clean and nice. Soooo many places to sit and relax or even eat. Thank you for an amazing stay, you’re a wonderful host and have a beautiful home. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish M.

We love this house

This house is a wonderful place to stay. The bedrooms are upstairs, but there are good railings to hold on to. No AC but when you open all the windows the airflow is wonderful. There are baseboard heaters downstairs and on a cool summer evening you can have a fire in the fireplace. The kitchen is fully stocked. We loved eating out on the covered porch. We would definitely recommended staying there. Sleeps 6 easily.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
A pleasure to have you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

unique property in a unique area

historic accommodations- rustic in a good way. 15 minute walk from an amazing view (Bear Hill Nature Preserve), and a short drive away from one of the most interesting hikes i've ever been on (Sam's Point/Ice Caves).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ken g.

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

beautiful

Amazing place in an amazing location. 10/10
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Delightful

We so enjoyed the cozy cottage Blithewood. The kitchen and appliances were fine for making meals. All the separate porches are great for having a quiet place to read and the dining room, living room and porch picnic table are wonderful gathering places. The setting is beautiful. Bob is a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth s.

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

magical spot

this was my third visit to this place. bob is a great host and this house is really special. it is quiet and lovely with great porches and views. I only wish I could have spent more time here. I’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A.

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

Great place to stay.

The Shawangunks were new to me, and they are beautiful. This place is very conveniently located for hikes. Not to be missed is Bear Hill which is less than a mile from the house. Great views. The house is spacious, comfortable, and well appointed. The kitchen has all you need, except for food, of course. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George L.

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

Beautiful autumn in Cragsmoor

We had a wonderful stay in Bob’s lovely house. It’s perfectly located for Fall views, very convenient to some great hiking, and a short drive into town for the essentials. Bob was always a text away for any questions. Overall, we definitely recommend this rental. Thank you Bob!
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Frederick S.

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

Awesome old house

The property itself was great, especially considering that the house is like 100 years old. There's also good hiking in the area and because it's up on a mountain, the views are really great. Area is kind of a food desert though. In terms of the house itself, it could use a larger TV; most people aren't coming here to stare at a screen though so I don't hold that against the place. However, the beds (especially the pillows) need updating, not the most modern or comfortable I've seen. All in all though I'd recommend this place and would consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Charming, historic home in a 19th century art colony

A beautifully preserved retreat in the mountains. Minutes from great hiking in Minnewaska State Park. Make sure to get pizza and wine at Westwind during your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Della

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very pleasant and cozy place, you can see the deer close by even at day time. Bob was there when we got to the house to greet us, we will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

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

Oldie Goldie!

This house was a great find. Plenty of room with lots of porches and old fashioned charm. Close to all the parks. Beautiful, spacious property. The owners were friendly and accommodating. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Loved the house

It is a wonderful old farm house that is on the historic registry. It has porches, sun room and decks all around the house, very easy to find a nice place for study, rest or relaxation. It was about 1.75 hours from the city but next door to the State Park. Loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Great Weekend

Everything we needed for a great stay! Thanks Bob and Cathy!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Lovely and spacious house

Bob is a great host and provided a comfortable stay. Definitely a great place for some peace and quiet, whether it’s on the side porch where you can have dinner outside, in the sunroom to do some reading, or in the living room with the fireplace. Walkable for hiking at Bear Hill or Sam’s Point, and a 30 minute drive to Mohonk Mountain House. Word of caution if you’re not familiar with the area, the roads are winding and there aren’t any street lights, so trying to find the house late at night is a bit of an adventure, drive slowly!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure having you. Glad you had a good time. Bob
Verified

6/10 Okay

Debbie J.

Nice home, no heat, extremely cold

That house was cute and cozy a beautiful setting in the country, the owners are extremely nice, however there is no heat in the house and we were freezing the whole time, 3 little space heaters just wasn’t enough, if you have them in your bedroom, then when you go to the bathroom it was 32 degrees and freezing, in the morning you go downstairs there is no heat, kitchen is freezing. I would highly suggest central heat and air, no vacation is fun when you are freezing to death. Also I would suggest you get a keurig coffee pot , the old ones where you have to brew are way out of date and the filter holder was filthy, I had to scrape crud out with a knife just to make sure we didn’t get sick from drinking coffee out of it. Don’t get me wrong I loved the location and the scenery and the house is great, but it is certainly time for some updates to the house, especially central heat and air. I would recommend renting it if you could make those changes. Thanks for being such a great person to rent from, and making all transactions extremely easy, we felt very welcome there, Debbie James
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
I'm sorry you were so uncomfortable in the house. I had showed you the two thermostats that controlled the baseboard heat on the first floor. It didn't look like the extra blankets in the bedroom had been used. The coffee maker and other small appliances were clean when you arrived.
Verified

8/10 Good

Alfred E.

Nice country living!

Very comfortable stay. Plenty of room. Nice setting. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

geneen p.

Quiet, Quaint, Peaceful!

We loved the charm of this historic site... It's in a great location and close to everything we wanted, but remote enough for a very peaceful stay. We deeply enjoyed our time at Bob's home and plan to return next summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Ty M.

Loved it! Peaceful, comfortable, restful. Would definitely recommend it!

We just love this place! It's so comfortable, peaceful, and beautiful. The front porch was our favorite place to hang out and drink coffee in the mornings. Every day we saw deer, squirrels,and a variety of birds. It's a convenient location for hiking, sightseeing. We all had such a great time that we didn't want to go home. The Shulman's are super friendly and accommodating. We would definitely recommend this property and would stay there again.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Melanee L.

Really enjoyed our stay!

Very clean! Rustic with basic appliances. We had 3 couples so one couple had to split up in the 2 single bedrooms, which were cute little rooms. The other 2 rooms had double beds which were comfortable. No heat upstairs, but wasn't a problem as we like it cool when sleeping anyway. There were space heaters available and extra blankets in the bathroom closet. We loved having a fire in the fireplace every evening in the cozy living area and sunroom. Very quiet area with deer and rabbits coming through almost every day. The floors and doors do creak a lot so it's hard to be quiet when moving about but it is an old house that is on the historical register so is to be expected. Lighting is mostly with lamps but adequate. We felt like we had stepped back in time and we all loved it! Such a peaceful place to come "home" to each evening after a full day of activity. We made breakfast and supper most days but there are plenty of options for eating out too but is at least a 15-20 min drive. Bob was very easy to work with and available for any questions or concerns even brought us extra firewood on our last night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Pat M.

beautiful home, location very quiet, enjoyable family reunion

host is very accomodating
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Anton B.

Eight days in paradise

My wife and I spent 8 days in this lovely place, and it was above and beyond all expectations. Breathtaking views, silence and tranquility. Birds, rabbits, deer, and fantastic air... It smells like incense. A 100-year old house has been carefully preserved, and every detail keeps the spirit of old times... at the same time, the house is modern and very comfortable. It was a great pleasure to communicate with the owners - just like staying with dearest friends. I am so happy that I found this home and so grateful to the owners for making our stay really unforgettable. I would definitely recommend it.

About the host

Hosted by Bob Shulman

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Retired from the film business, long time New York City resident, hiker, volunteer fireman.

Why they chose this property

Cragsmoor offers isolation and solitude, yet a strong community. You can choose either or both. And great natural beauty. And constantly changing weather.

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