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Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Fireplace
A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Saugerties, NY
Catskill State Park
Place, Catskill State Park
5 min drive
Overlook Mountain Trailhead
Place, Overlook Mountain Trailhead
20 min drive
Hunter Mountain
Place, Hunter Mountain
44 min drive
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
54 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
cottage
1 Queen Bed
master
1 King Bed
queen
1 Queen Bed
twin
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
5-Star New Barn Home - Music Studio, Views & Hot Tub
New timber frame home features 3 bedroom, 3 bath plus separate 1 bedroom/bath guest cottage/music studio. Soaring great room with Steinway grand piano and massive stone fireplace evokes a bygone era. Reclaimed wood and rich furnishings create a warm palate of colors and textures. Country modern chef's kitchen. Stone deck with hot tub and firepit, all with mountain views. Additional 4-season porch features wood stove, wet bar and TV. Total privacy on 18 acres with no neighbors in sight.
Great room with enormous timbers and massive stone fireplace creates a sense of drama. Handpicked, colorful furnishings and art complement the space and make for the perfect group reunion or a private retreat. The room features floor-standing Focal speakers and Bryston sound system for critical listening sessions, or 60" flatscreen and virtual surround sound for movie nights. The Steinway, library and curated DVD / Blu-ray collection are all for your use. Radiant heat with auxiliary units will keep you toasty in the winter, while A/C throughout will make your summer stays comfortable.
Fully outfitted kitchen has everything you will need to entertain an intimate 2 or a hungry dozen. Custom kitchen for the chefs and enormous farm table for 10. Or eat al fresco on the deck with ample table-space and additional seating.
Mix a drink (or 3) at the wet bar on the 4 season porch with radiant heat and woodstove, fire up the TV, take in the views, or just tuck into a book lounging on built-in seating. Screens in summer and fully enclosed in winter for year-round comfort.
Wind down your day on the stone patio with the hot tub and fire pit. Watch the light (sun or moon) play off Overlook Mountain on the horizon. Set your mood with additional outdoor speakers.
The Cottage / Music Studio. Cottage includes a well-equipped practice space / music studio with Pearl drums, Access Virus synth, Casio electric piano, guitar / bass amps, simple Yamaha mixer, powered PA monitors. Space heated by wood stove and aux baseboard as required. A/C in the summer.
Bedrooms. 4 bedrooms in total between the 2 buildings. Additional bedding is sleeper sofa in cottage and inflatable queen for use in main house or cottage. All bedrooms equipped with black-out drapes/shades perfect for sleeping in. Sonos speakers in all bedrooms and TV in master loft BR. NOTE: 10 person max strictly enforced and extra nightly fee for each guest above 8.
Total end of road privacy with spectacular views make for the ultimate retreat.
Guest access Entire property is for guests’ sole use, whether using the cottage / studio or not. Cottage is never rented or occupied separately.
Other things to note We take great pride in the property and are determined to assure your stay is 5-star. Someone will always be available to assist with any problems or special requirements.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Strictly enforced, damage deposit forfeited
No parties, gatherings, events of any kind. only guests staying at house permitted on property. subject to security loss violations.
Shoe-free environment. please bring slippers!
Dogs subject to prior approval.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1858263vb
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
Note from host: only with prior approval and additional fees tbd
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Saugerties
Saugerties is home to this holiday home. Opus 40 and Bethel Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Woodstock Music Shop and Vinnie's Farm Market. Ready for a night out? Consider Levon Helm Studios and Byrdcliffe Barn.
Overlook Mountain Trailhead - 20 min drive - 12.7 km
HITS-on-the-Hudson - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
Kaaterskill Falls - 41 min drive - 39.2 km
Hunter Mountain - 44 min drive - 37.8 km
Getting around
Rhinecliff Station - 25 min drive
Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 17 min drive
Panda Express - 17 min drive
Stewart's Shops - 12 min drive
Dunkin’ - 13 min drive
Bread Alone Bakery - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5-Star New Barn Home - Music Studio, Views & Hot Tub pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at 5-Star New Barn Home - Music Studio, Views & Hot Tub?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5-Star New Barn Home - Music Studio, Views & Hot Tub on 23 August 2026 start from NZ$1,702, 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.
What time is check-in at 5-Star New Barn Home - Music Studio, Views & Hot Tub?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5-Star New Barn Home - Music Studio, Views & Hot Tub?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 5-Star New Barn Home - Music Studio, Views & Hot Tub located?
Situated in Saugerties, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Catskill State Park and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Opus 40. Thorn Preserve - Catskill Center and Levon Helm Studios are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was a perfect house to stay with our adult children and their spouses. The patio is great for hanging out and eating meals. The kitchen is well stocked fits every one. Stephen was very accommodating.
This is a wonderful property for a large family gathering. It is a converted barn with just about everything you need. The only suggestion is to let guests use the laundry facilities which are kept behind a locked door. A place of this size and 20 mins from a decent size town like Kingston needs a place to wash clothes especially if you have small children and or are staying here for a week or so. The property is very pretty and lush. We enjoyed our stay in May 2026.
cathie l.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
thank you for your review. please note that the laundry is in fact available for longer stays-just not a 3-day weekend. I'm certainly willing to open it up for special requests if urgent. And in fact it is a newly-built modern timberframe home - not a converted barn. so it has all the modern, energy efficient features that a converted barn might not. best wishes.
House was just as described, easy check in, immaculately clean throughout, well stocked with wood for the fireplaces and very responsive host.
Would come back without hesitation.
The home is beautiful, the kitchen is well supplied and the quiet views are amazing. The host is extremely helpful and responsive. Recommend a peaceful stay here to anyone!
Perfect house and perfect location. Look forward to this trip yearly. Stephen makes everything easy and is always available. Great escape and property!
This is a really beautiful property with very cool amenities. The hot tub and fire pit were awesome nighttime activities, as was the music studio. All the beds were very comfy, kitchen was well stocked, and the speakers are great to listen to music on. The location is nicely situated between Woodstock and Saugerties and not far from other local towns and attractions. Stephen was very responsive and quick to fix any issues that arise. Highly recommend staying here.
This place is absolutely stunning. Well designed, very dog friendly, and the view of the mountain is unparalleled. The owner is very communicative, quick to respond to any questions. Highly recommend.
Also, the sound system is killer.
This is now the 4th time I have stayed at Steve's cabin. Its always a great experience and one I look forward to time and time again. Can't wait for the next one.
A great house in a beautiful setting.House was very comfortable, great conversation areas,each bedroom has a full bath. Deck overlooks the mountains and the meadow in front of the house. Great AC in each room.Quiet and isolated location. Would book again!
Thank you for a great visit. The house was exactly as described with great communication from the host. It was perfect for our extended family gathering (10 people mixed ages). Cozy fireplace, hot tub, well appointed cook's kitchen, with amble space and bedrooms for all. We enjoyed day trips to Woodstock and Rhinebeck - both very close by. We will definitely come back!
Huge property, wonderful view, and stargazing in the hot tub was great. Located just a short ride to Woodstock, restaurants, grocery store, etc. House was clean and well stocked. We were a party of 9 and everyone had a wonderful time. Would definitely come back again.
The house was impeccably designed and had everything visitors would need. And the view off the front porch was beautiful. It was truly impressive and very relaxing.
One small suggestion would be to make the address at the gate more obvious, instead of having it on a tree next to the gate.
The property was just as depicted in the description and photos. Really enjoyed our stay in the woods. A perfect spot to gather and decompress with family. The entire place is fully functional, so guests don't have to make any accommodations. It's important to note that the house is on well water (entire area is, apparently) and the host makes sure to provide drinking water options in both the main house and the recording studio.We would definitely stay again!
The house is amazing, it delivers on everything stated in the listing and then some. This was our second time staying at Stephen's place and it just keeps getting better. Can't wait for the next one.
If you love to listen and play music, its a must.
Our family of five adults enjoyed a great long weekend at this property. We found it to be spacious, comfortable and well-equipped, and the views are quite lovely. We took advantage of the hot tub, the large stone fireplace (lots of wood provided), and maybe most fun of all, the music studio. My daughter, who played drums in high school, and my son-in-law, who plays piano, marimba and keyboard, were quite a duo. All in all, a really fun time. Oh... and we discovered a couple of really great restaurants close by.
We were a group of 5 adult family members having a family reunion. We enjoyed being in this beautiful setting in the midst of a large natural property including a meadow, pond, wetlands and woods. The house is very comfortable and well equipped, with beautiful and fun decor. It's close to many quaint towns and interesting cultural attractions. The owner was very prompt and helpful in his communications. We highly recommend this house!
A wonderful time and everything we wanted when we booked the rental. The jam space was incredible and so nice to have it separate from the main house.
The views were spectacular, no other way to describe it. The Hi-Fi stereo was was the cleanest sound I have heard outside of actually being in a studio.
The entire crew enjoyed our stay and can't wait for our return visit. If you love playing and listening to music, this is a must.
The house and property are as beautiful in person as in the photos. Stephen replied to my questions with lightening speed. One note is that the property is a little tricky to find since the house is off the main road (but the location is part of what makes it great) so I suggest arriving before dark. If you’re lucky you’ll spot deer as you arrive like we did!
Suzanne L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by stephen hays
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests