10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth E.
10 December 2025
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Elizabeth E.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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Elegant Catskills Victorian Retreat Walk to Dining Near Windham and Hunter
Holiday home in Hensonville with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 10353.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Hensonville, NY
- Place, Catskill State Park1 min walk
- Place, Windham Country Club2 min drive
- Place, Windham Mountain Resort4 min drive
- Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
First Floor Primary Suite
1 King Bed
Second Floor Full + Twin Trundle with Adjoining En Suite
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Second Floor King with En Suite
1 King Bed
Second Floor Queen with Adjoining En Suite
1 Queen Bed
Second Floor Queen with En Suite
1 Queen Bed
Third Floor Queen with En Suite
1 Queen Bed
Third Floor Twins with En Suite
2 Single Beds
6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
First Floor Powder Room
Soap · Toilet
First Floor Primary Ensuite
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Second Floor Ensuite Adjoining Queen + Full Bedrooms
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Second Floor King En Suite
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Second Floor Queen En Suite
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Third Floor Queen En Suite
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Third Floor Twins En Suite
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Elegant Catskills Victorian Retreat Walk to Dining Near Windham and Hunter
Welcome to The Makely House, a meticulously restored Victorian retreat in the heart of Windham NY. Designed for groups, retreats, and elevated Catskills getaways, this spacious home blends historic charm with modern comfort, just minutes from skiing, hiking, dining, and village shops.
Perfect for family gatherings, wellness retreats, runners, and holiday stays, The Makely House offers generous common spaces, beautifully appointed bedrooms, and thoughtful details throughout. Walk to local favorites like Matilda, Haymarket Café, and Windham Trading Post, or explore nearby trails, Windham Mountain, and seasonal events.
After a day outdoors, gather around the table, unwind by the fire pit. Enjoy slow mornings with mountain air and natural light.
Highlights:
• Restored Victorian with curated interiors
• Ideal for groups, retreats, and holidays
• Walkable village location in Hensonville
• Minutes to Hunter, Windham Mountain & trails
• Spacious dining and gathering areas
• Quiet, cozy, and beautifully maintained
• Professionally managed by local hosts
A true Catskills gem for guests who value comfort, style, and connection. To accommodate smaller parties, the base rate includes access to select bedrooms based on guest count. Additional bedrooms are unlocked automatically as occupancy increases. Bedrooms not in use remain locked and unoccupied.
Perfect for family gatherings, wellness retreats, runners, and holiday stays, The Makely House offers generous common spaces, beautifully appointed bedrooms, and thoughtful details throughout. Walk to local favorites like Matilda, Haymarket Café, and Windham Trading Post, or explore nearby trails, Windham Mountain, and seasonal events.
After a day outdoors, gather around the table, unwind by the fire pit. Enjoy slow mornings with mountain air and natural light.
Highlights:
• Restored Victorian with curated interiors
• Ideal for groups, retreats, and holidays
• Walkable village location in Hensonville
• Minutes to Hunter, Windham Mountain & trails
• Spacious dining and gathering areas
• Quiet, cozy, and beautifully maintained
• Professionally managed by local hosts
A true Catskills gem for guests who value comfort, style, and connection. To accommodate smaller parties, the base rate includes access to select bedrooms based on guest count. Additional bedrooms are unlocked automatically as occupancy increases. Bedrooms not in use remain locked and unoccupied.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Hensonville
Located in Hensonville, this holiday home is in the mountains. Windham Mountain Resort and Hunter Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Mountain Top Arboretum and Zoom Flume are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Hensonville, NY
What's nearby
- Catskill State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Windham Country Club - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
- Windham Mountain Resort - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
- Hunter Mountain - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
- Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 42 min drive - 59.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chicken Run - 5 min drive
- Windham Diner - 4 min drive
- Babblers - 2 min drive
- Catskill Mountain Country Store - Windham - 5 min drive
- Higher Grounds Coffee Shop - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Wanderlust
Languages:
Spanish
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