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John Burroughs' Boyhood Home, Completely Restored.

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Burroughs Homestead (ca. 1850) May 2012
John Burroughs in front of the Old Home.
View from the front porch looking southeast.
View from the front porch looking northeast.
View from upper field.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
AU$1,546
avg per night

Explore the area

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Roxbury, NY
  • Plattekill Mountain
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Hobart Book Village
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

Room

  • 306.6 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds
Price is AU$1,546 avg per night,

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About the area

Roxbury

Located in Roxbury, this farm stay is in a rural area and in the mountains. Delaware & Ulster Railroad and Andes Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Plattekill Mountain and Stamford Golf Club. Gilboa Museum and Hobart Book Village are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Plattekill Mountain - 30 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Hobart Book Village - 39 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Canada Falls - 43 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 49 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Windham Mountain Resort - 51 min drive - 49.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cassies Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kimchee Harvest Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Cookin Again - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shephard Hills Restaurant and Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Public Lounge - ‬11 min drive

About this property

John Burroughs' Boyhood Home, Completely Restored.

Beautifully restored, extremely private, ca. 1850 farmhouse - John Burroughs' 'Old Home'. Unsurpassed views, hundreds of acres to explore, and many local family activities for all four seasons. The East Branch of the Delaware River flows through town; the Pepacton Reservoir is 15 minutes away. Ski Plattekill is just over the mountain; Belleayre, Hunter and Windham are within 45 minutes; Pakatakan Farmers Market; Roxbury Arts Group; and Cooperstown (National Baseball Hall of Fame - 1 hour away). Golf at Shepard Hills a stone's throw away, or at Hanah fifteen minutes away. Roscoe (fly fishing) is an hour away. Skiing, golfing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and places of great interest are all close by. The John Burroughs Memorial State Historic Site (his burial place) is just up the road, adjacent to the farm, as is Woodchuck Lodge. Walk the land that inspired John Burroughs, and drink from the same spring that has supplied the house since it was built.

The Homestead has been completely updated and restored, and everything is brand new. The furnishings are all new (Restoration Hardware and Pottery Barn), supplemented with a few vintage pieces. The house has a cook's kitchen/great room, with all new Bosch appliances, and a Tulikivi wood-burning stove (table seats 10). The living room has a wood-burning stove and tv (DirecTV); the den has a tv. There is wireless satellite high speed internet. Second floor laundry room has Bosch front loading (he) washer and dryer. Bed linens and towels are provided.

In addition, there is a restored shed adjacent to the barn, in which you can store your sports equipment (bikes, golf clubs); there are two 'cages' so - please bring your own padlock(s) if you wish to secure your belongings there. Brand new Weber gas grill and outdoor seating for 10.

ALL RESERVATIONS require a signed rental agreement. ALL HOLIDAY RESERVATIONS have a 3 night minimum: midweek holidays are priced at weekend rates.

Property manager

Patricia Dana

Languages

English

Amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is John Burroughs' Boyhood Home, Completely Restored. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at John Burroughs' Boyhood Home, Completely Restored.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at John Burroughs' Boyhood Home, Completely Restored.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is John Burroughs' Boyhood Home, Completely Restored. located?

Situated in the mountains, this farm stay is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Plattekill State Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Roxbury Town Hall and East Branch Delaware River. Plattekill Mountain and Pakatakan Farmers' Market are also within 12 miles (20 km).

John Burroughs' Boyhood Home, Completely Restored. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lin S.

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

Weekend in Roxbury

Our stay at John Burroughs homestead was wonderful. The house is clean, comfortable, well appointed and beautifully decorated. The setting is lovely, especially with peak fall foliage. We had a fantastic weekend in Roxbury and would recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody C.

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

Wonderful historic gem!

Our family of 10 (parents, 4 adult kids + partners) all enjoyed a week of winter fun at the John Burroughs homestead. While the skiing wasn’t awesome, the kids were able to spend two days on the icy slopes for some family fun. The location is convenient to several ski resorts, located privately with lovely views of the valley and mountains. The house was very comfortable and accommodated us all. Kids had to work a few days, so WI-FI was important and worked fine. Cell service is limited, which was great with me! Kitchen was well-stocked with pots and pans, plates and silverware. Owners and caretakers were incredibly fast to respond to any needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Family Christmas

Amazing all Around.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen G., Wyckoff, NJ

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

Perfect for 2 families

We ski Belleayre every winter & this year teamed up with our cousins. The house was THE perfect retreat! Amenities galore, spacious, and beautifully restored. The charm of old meets today’s luxury & needs. We will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your home:)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esther F., Grand Rapids, MI

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sons wedding

The property lower floor has plenty of room for family and friends to gather. Plenty of seating. The kitchen and dining area are great. And the front porch is wonderful for reading or just enjoying quiet time. There is good hiking and historical site. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Christine C., Cherry Hill NJ

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

Fun times with friends

Home was perfect for a group of friends. It was minutes from Plattekill. We had dinner at The Fierce Grizzly one night, I would definitely check it out.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

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

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Viv S.

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

Beautiful historical property in great location

We loved our stay ! The house has a nice set up and we were very comfortable . We cooked all of our meals in the well equipped kitchen , the dining room table sat 10 of us and the bedrooms were perfect for our group of 10. We were not able to ski due to the warm weather but we went on nice walks and on the way home spent time in Woodstock NY which is an hour away . Patricia the host was very nice and easy to communicate with .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

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

Fabulous house!

This rental feels like someone’s actual home. It has literally everything you want or need. We stayed there for an extended weekend for a wedding that was close by. Our party consisted of 5 adults and 3 kids. The house is the perfect mix of a historic home and modern renovation. The attention to detail is amazing (for example, all monogrammed towels and sheets from Pottery Barn). We would definitely stay in this home again if we have another event in the Roxbury area. Thanks so much for providing the perfect environment for our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Great property!

This is such a BEAUTIFUL piece of property. My guests and I enjoyed every second of our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Ski weekend

Wonderful family weekend at the farmhouse. Hosts were wonderful in their communication and keep a beautiful home full of charm and history. Convenient to Plattekill and downtown Roxbury.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina K.

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

Amazing!

The stay was amazing, house was beautiful. Very clean and quick responses from the property manager. Will definitely go back our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark T., Oak Park IL

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in the Catskills

We really loved the property and it was quite accurate in its description. The house was lovely and provided the necessary solitude for a great family break.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Wonderful historic property

We enjoyed a fabulous weekend in the beautiful setting
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Irene Y.

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

Son’s wedding

The house was comfortable and roomy enough to accommodate my family for an extended weekend. The views were spectacular! Worked with the home owner who was quick to respond to my questions. Great place overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coffee on the porch was the best.

Great spot and perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

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

Recent stay

This house was perfect for a family group (3 generations) attending a wedding at a nearby venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Beautiful well appointed home!

The entire house is very tastefully decorated and is in a beautiful location. We enjoyed learning about who John Burroughs was. Excellent kitchen for entertaining.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Great mountain getaway for families

We had a lovely 2-night stay over the holidays with three families with kids. The house is fully renovated and well furnished and stocked with everything you could possibly need (pots, pans, toiletries, towels, games). The property was also really beautiful with great views. We didn’t get great weather for skiing but there were a few mountains very close by. We ended up spending most of the time at the house with a fire in the fireplace, playing board games and making meals in the lovely kitchen, which was perfect for us. Lastly, the owner was friendly and very responsive throughout the booking experience and our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Geri K.

Great getaway!!

Beautiful area...beautiful home. All rooms were absolutely beautiful. Host was awesome. Loved the added touches that really made us feel welcomed.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martin E., new york, ny

Beautiful house in a very secluded mountain

We just came back from JB's boyhood home. Great place. The house is very very comfortable. Everything works, beds are comfy, kitchen is very well equipped, 2 fireplaces, 2 big TVs with Direct TV, wifi works. Loved the location, as we were looking for a calm place away from the city noise. Went skiing to Plattekill which is just 15' away and is a great family friendly mountain. Nice supermarket in Margaretville 20' away. Will be back for sure. Highly recommendable!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David M.

What terrific place for a family reunion

The owner has not just restore the property but has created a restoration beyond compare perfect for my four siblings and their spouses for my daughters wedding. What a wonderful family reunion we had! A perfect solution to any wedding or event in the Catskills
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Groomsmen House for Local Wedding

This is a beautiful house, well taken care of with lovely amenities like monogrammed towels! The house is huge with a great kitchen and dining room table and two living rooms. We rented this for the groomsmen and their significant others for our wedding and it was perfect to keep them comfortable and for wedding day pictures. I would definitely come back and stay here. Very close to the Inn at West Settlement.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Perfect spot for a family gathering!!

Everything was absolutely wonderful during our stay at the Burroughs Homestead for our son's wedding at The Roxbury Barn. What a fantastic house the Burroughs Homestead is!!! Beautifully and tastefully furnished, so well equipped and lovingly maintained. It was so welcoming and the perfect place for our family, three generations in all, to assemble as we celebrated our son's wedding. I even saw a bobcat in the backyard and a porcupine on the road the day we arrived. The owner was also very helpful in providing wonderful suggestions regarding venues and vendors in the area as we planned the various wedding festivities. We had the rehearsal dinner and welcome party Friday evening in the newly restored barn in Kirkside Park. It was great! I look forward to returning to Roxbury sometime soon and hope we can stay at the Burroughs Homestead once again. After everyone had packed up and headed home, I indulged myself and stayed on one more day to pack up at leisure and enjoy the quietude of the setting. I sat on the porch and took in the breathtaking view, and then I read all the wonderful entries in the guest log. What a treat it was to read everyone's shared positive experience staying at the house. Truly a nice ending to our stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Everything you could imagine in your Catskills getaway, and even more

This place was just spectacular. The renovations are high end; the place is nice and big, yet still very cozy. What I was struck by most was just how stocked and accommodating the house was, from the kitchen tools, to the bathroom soaps. Best place we've stayed at so far in the Catskills, and we've been doing ski weekend every year for about 6 years. Rental was easy and low key. Highly recommend.