LONG TERM RENTALS ONLY - A quiet nature retreat - Bovina Center

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Bovina Center, NY

Canada Falls20 min drive
Catskill Mountains43 min drive
Plattekill Mountain53 min drive
Oneonta, NY (ONH-Oneonta Municipal)68 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Cozy Private Library

1 King Bed

Front Porch "Treehouse"

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Guest Room

1 King Bed

Master Loft Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Loft Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

LONG TERM RENTALS ONLY - A quiet nature retreat

Available for 1 month minimum rental.

A place for seekers to find quiet inside and out. Or, for families to reunite.

Looking for nature and pet-loving people to share this amazing home nestled on top of the mountain and surrounded by woods. Owner has a separate apartment on the lower level with a very loving dog and cat.

If renters prefer the whole house, that can also be arranged.

Are you seeking a place to stop, listen and be calm?
Are you seeking a place for your family to gather and make meals together?
Are you looking to stay somewhere that supports you relaxing and being at peace?
Do you want to be immersed in nature in a comfortable home?
Do you want to have access to local food and art and community?

Then you’ll want to stay at Catskill Mountaintop Log Retreat where walking in the front door feels like you’ve arrived home with a big warm hug.

NOTE - Winter guests will need 4WD/AWD vehicles as the mountain roads are steep and sometimes either snowy or muddy.

Property manager

Cameron C Dubes

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Gym

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Well behaved animals are welcome.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bovina Center

Located in Bovina Center, this chalet is in a rural area. Delaware & Ulster Railroad and Plattekill Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ski Bobcat and Hobart Book Village. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.

Bovina Center, NY

What's nearby

Canada Falls - 20 min drive
Hobart Book Village - 31 min drive
Catskill Mountains - 43 min drive
Plattekill Mountain - 53 min drive
Cooperstown All Star Village Fields - 57 min drive

Restaurants

Brushland Eating House - 10 min drive
Wayside Cider Tap Room - 9 min drive
Woody's Country Kitchen - 9 min drive
Mountain Brook Inn - 17 min drive
Cha CHA Hut BBQ - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LONG TERM RENTALS ONLY - A quiet nature retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LONG TERM RENTALS ONLY - A quiet nature retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LONG TERM RENTALS ONLY - A quiet nature retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LONG TERM RENTALS ONLY - A quiet nature retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ski Bobcat, Andes Town Hall and Andes Public Library. Bovina Town Hall and Bovina Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

elizabeth e., brooklyn ny

5 January 2017

Ideal getaway with friends!

Our family of 4 joined with 2 other families to spend a snowy New Year's weekend in the Catskills. We couldn't have asked for a warmer lovelier home. Atop a hill overlooking the hills and valleys that mark this area; it is secluded yet close to skiing and the small town of Andes to make it full of endless fun. We were completely transported from our hectic city lives by the beautiful car ride up to the house and then the perfect tranquility of this home. (In the winter be sure to have an all wheel or 4wd vehicle as we slid off the road in our rental car due to the new snow that seems to be frequent in winter months-thank goodness for friendly neighbors!). The house is lovely, cozy, bright and fit all 13 of us comfortably. Beds were perfect firm, large and soft sheets. Pillows great selection of soft and firm. Lots of extra blankets. There were so many fun things to do out-doors that the kids didn't ask for screens once in 4 days! There was nothing lacking in the kitchen for 3 delicious large meals and perfect coffee every morning. We all had one of the best vacations ever and cannot thank Cameron enough for opening his home so that others may partake of this special place up in the mountains. He responded within minutes to every inquiry. And thank you for supplying tea Cameron - which was the perfect touch to our long evenings by the fire...

About the host

Hosted by Cameron C Dubes

I am nonprofit fundraising professional who specializes in capital campaign and major gift fundraising. I've worked for many well-known organizations over the years. I consider myself an environmentalist and love nature, particularly the energy of the Catskill Mountains.

My life has been one long spiritual exploration and you will note a variety of spiritually minded items throughout the home. On the front porch, you will be greeted by a nature altar featuring Imanja, Brazil's ocean Goddess. I visited Brazil in 1992 for the Earth Summit and was touched by the Spirit of Brazil and its people, and have returned many times since.

I know you will love the house and I'm happy to share it with like-minded people.

Why they chose this property

I purchased the property, which includes 5 acres below and behind the house, in 2000 from Charlie, who put his heart and soul in building the home in 1988.

I have always viewed it as a spiritual retreat as it was built with such love and conveyed by Charlie to me with his genuine warmth and generosity. It was such a gift that I have felt from the beginning that it was a sanctuary to be shared.

I have been a nonprofit fundraiser for many years working with various nonprofits around the country, but would always return to what I call the "hive" to regenerate myself for the work I do. You will note many bee symbols throughout the home. The bee is a symbol of joy and community, and I believe the house resonates with the warmth and buzz of a loving community.

What makes this property unique

I've heard time and time again from everyone who visits, is that they walk in the door and feel at home. It is all wood and you feel nature's embrace inside and out of the house.

There are reading nooks and places for naps -- a love seat swing under the deck and a hammock for two in the summer. The upstairs loft is a great place to read as well as ponder life while viewing the mountains and valley in the distance.

The front porch is perfect to lounge and observe the hummingbirds feed and the bees buzz about the flowers. With windows all around, you can hear the wind in the trees, and lay quiet listening to the snow fall or observe an awesome thunderstorm and hear the rush of a cleansing rain shower.

It is a place to connect, with yourself, nature, and with others.

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