"As long as I live, I'll hear waterfalls and birds and winds sing. I'll interpret the rocks, learn the language of flood, storm, and the avalanche. I'll acquaint myself with the glaciers and wild gardens, and get as near the heart of the world as I can".    

John Muir ​​

 

You’ll find the spirit of John Muir alive and well in the Catskill region of the Mid-Hudson Valley. The moment you set foot in The Waterfall House or A Stream Side Cottage. Our vacation rental homes are set on the Kaaterskill Creek a year-round wonder of spectacular waterfalls and pristine swimming holes. 

Convenient to famed Woodstock with its musical and artistic roots,  our vacation rental homes offer the perfect venue for romantic getaways, family gatherings, or simply an escape to a truly relaxing upstate New York vacation home. With easy access to Woodstock, the village of Saugerties and Hunter Mountain and H.I.T.S. for equestrian events,  The Waterfall House and A Stream Side Cottage are the perfect introduction to the magnificent Catskills.
The region offers cultural events from museums, galleries and concerts, to the Woodstock Film Festival and the annual Garlic Festival.  Enjoy a concert at the historic Maverick or live theater at the Woodstock Playhouse.  The nearby village of Saugerties provides easy access to the Hudson River for boating and sailing. The village is home to numerous pubs, restaurants and a variety of shops, including several antique stores where you can hunt for potential treasures. Hunter Mountain provides a wide range of winter and summer activities, Hunter is one of three major ski resorts which also include Windham and Belleayre. 
All three resorts are open year round, and have lots of ongoing activities, including concerts and festivals.  Fall foliage is spectacular, and makes these vacation rentals year-round destinations.  No need to leave Fido at home, our homes welcome well-mannered dogs with a nominal pet fee.