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Waterfront Modern Cabin - BLAK House

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Cozy up to the fireplace on cold nights
Backyard stream at sunset
Post and beam timber framing
Back deck
Backyard with stream-side picnic table and fire pit
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Shandaken, NY
  • Popular LocationCopperhood Retreat & Spa7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCatskill Mountains8 min drive
  • Popular LocationHunter Mountain32 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Waterfront Modern Cabin - BLAK House

BLAK House is a thoughtfully restored 1960s cabin nestled within one of the most picturesque valleys in the central Catskill Mountains. Laze away next to your own private stream that flows directly through the backyard, and when night falls, crack the windows open and drift off to sleep as the sound of the rushing creek envelops your bedroom.

While many other rentals in the area are set along busy roads, you'll enjoy complete serenity deep in the valley surrounded by wild forest.

Lovingly restored, thoughtfully designed, and comfortably furnished, BLAK House was created as an oasis away from urban life. Step outside and be immediately surrounded by the sounds of a natural spring and birds calling from "forever wild" State land.

The centerpiece of the space is an artisan fieldstone fireplace, built using native bluestone and granite excavated during the home's construction in 1969 -- perfect for those crisp autumn nights. Or, fire up the grill and dine stream-side with friends / family on our picnic table, placed just steps away from the rushing river, and complete the night with marshmallows roasting over the fire pit.

We offer all amenities needed for a comfortable stay -- fully stocked kitchen complete with dishwasher and coffee maker (pourover or french press), washer and dryer, Egyptian cotton bedding, plush couch, attached garage, and detached lounge area.

Remote work is easy with upgraded high speed internet (150 mb/s), and desk area (shown in photos).

** While the home does have enough beds to sleep 6, we highly recommend no more than 4 adults in the reservation as the space is 1100 sq. ft., and it can get a little cramped with 6 adults. The bunk beds, however, are perfect for those traveling with kids, but are not to be used by adults due to weight limit **

The front door is monitored by security camera to ensure guest and host safety. There is a flat $50 fee for pets.

Property manager

Angelo DeCicco
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
$50 pet cleaning fee per reservation

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only TP in the toilet and only wood in the fireplace
Any additional guests greater than the amount on reservation must be approved. No adults in bunk beds.
Quiet hours from 10pm - 7am. Please refrain from excessive noise or anything that would disrupt our neighbors.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shandaken

Located in Shandaken, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hunter Mountain and Windham Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Catskill Mountains. Empire State Railway Museum and Pine Hill Community Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Shandaken, NY

What's nearby

  • Copperhood Retreat & Spa - 7 min drive
  • Catskill Mountains - 8 min drive
  • Emerson Place Kaleidoscope - 15 min drive
  • Hunter Mountain - 32 min drive
  • Windham Mountain Resort - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Phoenicia Diner - 12 min drive
  • West Kill Brewing - 30 min drive
  • J Rocco's - 6 min drive
  • Woodstock Brewing - 12 min drive
  • Brio's Pizzeria & Restaurant - 11 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Already Planning The Next Trip
We needed to be out of our house for a week due to construction and we were so stressed trying to find a place that would accommodate our cat and dog. When I came across this listing I messaged to see if “pets” included cats (not all do) and luckily they did and could not have been nicer about it. The house ended up being the perfect getaway for us. It’s in a great area with incredible hiking. We would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to explore this area. We’re already hoping to be back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Thank you to the owners for sharing this home while we hiked the catskills!! Love the stream !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick get away!
My husband and I decided to do a last minute get away and needless to say there is nothing "last" about the Blak house! It is much bigger than expected, warm, clean, cozy, comfortable, and the best part right on the creek! We had a light snow fall and it added to the beauty of the house. Even though we didn't make a fire it would just add to the ambience of a beautiful home on the water. Deck is large and in the summer it would be perfect for entertaining and relaxing. Master bedroom has a huge bay window so when you wake up, all you see is the creek and deer! No wonder why I slept 13 hours straight! Only about 10 minutes into a quaint town and 1/2 drive to Hunter mountain. Plenty of restaurants and hiking trails. Angelo was amazing and the most responsive VRBO owner I have ever dealt with. We will be back in the summer when we can dip our toes in the creek. Also we were able to take our beloved dog! Thanks Angelo and see you in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alessandra b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ski weekend!
We had the perfect long weekend, skiing during the day and preparing all our meals in the well-stocked kitchen. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful country escape
Beautifully located next to a brook, the house provided everything we needed. Peaceful location but within a short drive to some great restaurants, farm stores and supermarkets. The house is well appointed and was very clean. Great open fire. Hosts are attentive and provided information when needed, went above and beyond to ensure we had a comfortable stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

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Hosted by Angelo DeCicco

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