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The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Fenced yard

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Phoenicia, NY
  • Place, Catskill State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Esopus Creek
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Empire State Railway Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all.

Come relax and reconnect in this calm and quiet little house nestled in the center of our beautiful and welcoming village. HELLO SLOMADS! Enjoy the greatest food and drink available just steps away. All you need is right nearby whether its gas, groceries, ATM, even a Pharmacy. You're also on the doorstep of hiking trails with BREATHTAKING VIEWS and gorgeous trout streams. Lounge AROUND A GLOWING CAMPFIRE in the back yard with S’mores or SPIN VINYL. On NYC bus route. The best the Catskills offer. LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO UNWIND? Have FUN and REJUVINATE? Then come to Heart of Phoenicia. CLOSE TO COFFEE and you're also on the doorstep of hiking trails with BREATHTAKING VIEWS. After your adventures, enjoy the greatest food available anywhere at nearby eateries, RELAX AROUND A GLOWING CAMPFIRE in the back yard with S’mores or SPIN SOME VINYL ON THE BEST RETRO SOUND SYSTEM IN TOWN. Just steps from a NYC bus route. A stay here gives the best the Catskills have to offer! COZY, WARM, COOL. Mine is quiet retreat on a very quiet road with everything one needs for a longer stay, including STRONG WIFI THAT BLANKETS THE ENTIRE YARD.
Whether you come in a car or get off the bus, getting here is easy. Park in my driveway or take the block long stroll from Main street where a Trailways Bus comes and goes to NYC several times a day. Once inside you may want to chill and make a cup of Espresso in the fully stocked kitchen or just leave your stuff and head back to the heart of the Hamlet. Plenty of food and drink there! Depending on the time, you may end up having breakfast at the famed Phoenicia Diner or enjoy happy hour at the Sportsman’s Alamo Cantina or dinner at the Phoenicia Steakhouse. Or you might choose to grab some groceries at the local supermarket and head back to do some cooking. All is just a short walk even with a couple bags of groceries. I’ve done it many times, even in a snowstorm!
Since a picture is worth a thousand words I’ll let the images of my house do most of the talking, but gotta say that its cozy, cute and cool. The retro living room is a great hangout with a smart TV, vintage stereo and healthy stock of Vinyl and books to choose from. And the layout is set up so you can stay in touch with others in the Kitchen or zone them out if anyone needs solitude.
Upstairs things get a little more country with a comfy queen size bed in the main bedroom and a full size one in the guest room. A couple of Tivoli Radios are up there that you can hook your phone to and the strong wifi signal will get you Spotify or whatever streaming you like. Otherwise it’s quiet up there and great for napping. You’ve got full use of the dressers for your stuff and a large closet to toss your luggage in.
As nice as the house is, Phoenicia itself is the real star of any stay. For skiers, Belleayre and Hunter Mountain are only 15 minutes away. Like to hike? There are trails that start not far from the front door. A stroll along the cleaned streets and sidewalks will be fun and romantic and may lead you to the Hamlets outskirts where the cool Phoenicia Diner and unique Woodstock Brewery sit. I should mention the Phoenicia Playhouse since you’ll be walking past it quite a bit. Several times a year they produce great live performances of small dramas by Mamet to big musicals from the likes of Sondheim. They bring lots of live music to town too.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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, service animals permitted
Dogs allowed on a case by case basis. Crate needed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Shoes off in entranceway
Please remember that Phoenicia is in the country! You might see a bug. You might see a mouse. No refunds in the event of any incident.
Phoenicia has power/internet outages sometimes. I cannot be held responsible for things beyond my control. Refunds will not be granted due to outages.

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 deadlock

About the area

Phoenicia

Located in Phoenicia, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Catskill Mountains and Catskill State Park, while Empire State Railway Museum and Mount Tremper Arts are cultural highlights. Pine Hill Community Center and Straus Center - Frost Valley YMCA are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Phoenicia, NY

What's nearby

  • Catskill State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Esopus Creek - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Catskill Mountains - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Empire State Railway Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hunter Mountain - 19 min drive - 28.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Phoenicia Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pines - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brio's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪World's Largest Kaleidoscope - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all. ?

As of 15 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all. on 21 June 2026 start from NZ$424, 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 The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Heart of Phoenicia. Serene. Cozy. Close to all. located?

Located in the heart of Phoenicia, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Esopus Creek and Catskill Mountains. Catskill State Park and Empire State Railway Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a ski weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bari C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. The house was charming and within walking distance to a cute center of town. Would highly recommend for a fun weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay in Phoencia in Jay's cozy little house. Great location--we walked down and got pizza at Brios at the end of a long day and it was perfect. Jay was a super helpful host, the house was charming, and who can say no to playing vintage LPs and eating candy? Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven Y.

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

Great stay near Belleayre

We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An outstanding Catskills getaway that is easily accessible. Located close to many of the top attractions: Woodstock, Overlook Mountain House, Hunter Mountain, mountain hikes, skiing and outdoor activities.The mid-century modern decor is great. Turntable and record collection was well appreciated. Sit in the back yard with a view of the mountains. Overall a comfy place and a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house centrally located in Phoenicia but, still nice and quiet. Great music vibe to the house which got us revved up for our concert at Bearsville theater Friday night. Loved that we were able to walk to Brio's, supermarket, and even to mass at St. Francis de Salle. We hiked Romer Mountain which is located on Lane Street a mile walk from the house and the Tan Bark Trail which is around the corner. Had a great time, will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Super clean, great decor, and great location!

We had a great stay with Jay. The home is just lovely, and decorated in a mid-century style that reflects a lot of thought and effort. The location is great - close to hiking, skiing and town amenities. We ate at Brios, and enjoyed the food, drink and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great location!

The house is so beautiful and clean! It is in such a great location. My husband and I had the perfect stay in Phoenicia. The property owner is super nice. Highly recommend! Definitely going back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

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

Perfect little getaway

Loved being able to walk into Phoenicia for food, drinks, firewood, and ice cream. Ended both nights with a fire followed by some vinyl.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

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

Cozy winter weekend

Great stay at this cozy home with super comfy beds. Loved the downstairs decor. Location within walking distance to Main Street. Jay was super responsive and checked in with us to be sure all was okay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jood E.

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

Terrific!

The house was terrific! Clean and well set up for our family of 3 and our pup. Jay made everything so easy for us, we were close to skiing and downtown. We’d definitely stay again! Thanks, Jay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great find in Phoenicia!

This house checked off all the boxes of what we wanted in a rental plus an added bonus! The beds were super comfortable, water pressure/ temperature in shower was perfect and location spot on within walking distance of the cutest town but still tucked away a bit from any street noise. The added bonus was the record player and decor of the house. Such great vibes! Took me back to my teenage years with putting the needle on the record and the sound was soooo good!! It was so fun coming back to the house after a day of exploring the Catskills where we could listen to cool tunes while enjoying yummy Brio's takeout dinner and desserts. The scenery of the nearby Esopus Creek is beautiful too! Thank you for the enjoyable experience!
Esopus Creek
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Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Highly recommended - Great location and accommodations

Check-in was simple and check-out was easier than most vrbo's. The mattress was fantastic and better than my own bed at home. Same with pillows. the home was spacious - enough room for me to do yoga in the living room. Short drive to Belleayre. We ate all our meals walking distance from the rental. Brios was great. Even though they are a pizzeria, the rest of their menu was excellent. We also walked to the Phoenicia steakhouse was excellent as well. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven Y.

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

Great stay near skiing

My family stayed here over MLK weekend to do some skiing at nearby Belleayre Mt. The house was great - clean, as advertised, and with some nice touches like a record player and tons of records. It's right next to town with some restaurants nearby and a small grocery store. The owner even offered early morning snow removal to make sure we could get out to ski. Hopefully we can book again for a weekend next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIchael T.

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

Catskills Chart Topper

We loved our stay in Phoenicia. The location was perfect for side trips to Bethel, Roscoe, Woodstock, Kingston and Poughkeepsie. The decor tops the charts with the mid-century decor, record collection and location. The bouquet of fresh local flowers and the wood, fire pit and fixings to make s’mores made this location No. 1 on our charts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Heart of it all

Phonecia is a great town for local shops, good food and hiking. People are kind and friendly. So, Jay’s place is a wonderful place to stay. From the amazing sound system and vinyl records to the thoughtful touches. He made sure everything was ready for our arrival. Plus, we could easily walk to town or nearby hiking trails. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We hadn’t stayed in the Catskills before, the cabin has some great pics on Expedia and it definitely was all that and more. Super communication from the host and very accomodating for our last minute request. The beds were very comfortable and there has been a lot of thought go into the set up of the house. It’s not a big house and you wont find any gold plated tap ware but it has everything you need and a great old record collection to boot. We will always fondly remember our time here and totally recommend staying at least a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elliott T.

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

Wonderful Home With A Personal Touch

Jay's home was wonderful! Simple and cozy. You can tell there was real love and care put into the space, and not just filled with the cheapest home goods one can buy from amazon. Tons of great records to dig through and put on, as you relax. Phoenicia and the Catskill mountains were beautiful. Thank you for a perfect stay, Jay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcie B.

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

Fun house in a fun little town!

The house is clean and well-equipped (and, given the heat on the weekend we visited, we appreciated the combo of air conditioner and fans that kept things comfy inside!) It's got a funky, retro vibe, big bedrooms, good kitchen, comfortable living area, and a great little backyard to cook out or relax in. The two-minute walk to town made it easy to be part of things, and Phoenicia is (like the house!) a throw-back in time and a lot of fun! Thank you Jay for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Phoenicia’s Finest 🏡🛋️⛰️

This home was everything we could’ve needed, and then some. The location was perfect and every detail was thought of. I would easily consider this place my new home away from home. It was a delightful retreat from the city with a luscious private lawn, curated vinyl collection, and the most comfortable beds! Aside from the perfect house, Phonecia and the surrounding areas are stunning. I can’t wait to be back. Jay is a superb host! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Great weekend break!

We recently stayed at Jay’s place in Phoenicia for a long weekend break. The house is in a very quiet and peaceful location, but just a few minutes walk to Main Street. The house is as described - very cool interior and we enjoyed using the record deck. We cooked most of our meals there and used the grill, which was a great feature. The garden is really large and it was fun to light the fire pit and make s’mores! We had our small dog with us as she loved the space and the peace and quiet. Jay was a responsive host and the whole process was very straightforward. Would highly recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

What a fantastic place! Fun, convenient, and beautiful

What a wonderful stay we had! The place itself was perfectly located, a 3 minute walk to the Phoenicia main strip (very charming), with stores and restaurants, etc. The house was great, with a wonderful yard, great space inside, and a ton of charming (and cool) touches. The phonograph, complete with great speakers, and hundreds of albums really was a highlight. The kids are already begging my wife and I to get one. The furniture, the lighting, the whole place had the perfect “cool retro” look, and was clearly well thought out by someone with a great sense of design and fun. Jay was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish, helping ensure that the stay would be perfect. And it was. We’d stay there again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mir A.

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

The heart of Phoenicia Sept.18-20

Well restored old house with antique themes. Host Jay was professional and prompt. Everything worked well. However, there is no dishwasher, so we had to wash dishes multiple times a day. There is a clothes washer we didn't need. Narrow driveway and difficult to get in or out of car due to brushes. Please clean it up.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arijit S.

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

Great trip to Catskill, NY

We really enjoyed our weekend jaunt to Catskill, NY. Friday, on our way to Catskill, we stopped at the Walkway over Hudson at Poughkeepsie, a nice 1.5-mile walk on a footbridge over the Hudson River. Then drove to New Paltz and had our lunch at Lola's Cafe at New Platz. Good IPA beer on the tap and good food. After lunch, we drove down to Belleayre in Catskill and took a scenic Gondola ride and a little hike on the top of the Belleayre Mountain. Around 7 pm, we got into our VRBO house. It is a cute house, with an equipped and well stocked kitchen, three flat screen TVs, good wireless, inviting living and dining space, and comfortable bedrooms. It has everything that you may need. Phoenicia's main street is a minute's walk, which has restaurants and a small grocery store. We walked down and had a Pizza dinner there. Saturday morning after breakfast, we strolled around the property and the main street, it is beautiful. You can see Catskill Mountains and little brooks and shops on the main street. Phoenicia is a little cute little town central to this region. We finished lunch with leftover pizza and drove down to the Catskill State Park at Livingston Manor. The drive was really scenic through the mountains. We hiked the Frick Pond loop trail. You walk by the side of a stream. Before calling it a day, we had our dinner at Peekamoose, an upscale Restaurant at Big Indian, NY. After checking out on Sunday, we visited Emerson Kaleidoscope, and Woodstock on our way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W.

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

Great spot close to the town of Phoenicia

House is very neat and put together with great vinyl records to enjoy while having a few drinks or just hanging. Had fun sitting around the fire and looking at the surrounding catskill mountains. Jay was a great host with a quick response to any questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jay

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Local guy. Happy. Retired newspaper reporter that loves local politics and gardening at my rental!

Why they chose this property

This is the unique circumstance of being in the village but also steps way for the wilderness. Go on long mountainous hikes then come home and walk to the best food and drink in the town.

What makes this property unique

Like music? Nuff said.

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