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Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
9 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 25483.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Big Indian, NY
  • Place, Catskill State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Catskill Mountains
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1

+13
11 Single Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 4 Double Beds

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool

Welcome to Orenda: Your Perfect Catskill Mountains Retreat
Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Catskills, Orenda is more than just a getaway—it's a sanctuary of serenity, stunning views, and unforgettable memories. The name "Orenda" signifies "the human ability to become its greatest self," and this retreat was lovingly designed to inspire transformation and connection.
Created by Maria Assunta—Chief Yogini, Spiritual Leader, and Founder of several impact-driven organizations—Orenda reflects her vision of personal and collective growth. Maria believes the energy of Orenda is enriched by every soul that visits, making it an ever-evolving space of renewal and possibility.
Whether you're hosting your own retreat, a gathering for your impact organization or yoga studio, a family reunion, a friends' getaway, or a corporate retreat, Orenda provides the perfect setting to recharge and reconnect amidst nature's finest.
Set on 11 pristine acres, this exquisite 9-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom estate offers the ultimate blend of luxury, comfort, and nature in every season.
Winter Wonderland
Experience the magic of winter as you hit the slopes at Belleayre Ski Mountain, located just 1.5 miles away. Afterward, return to Orenda to unwind in the cozy living spaces, rejuvenate in the warm sauna, or soak under the stars in the bubbling hot tub.
Summer Bliss
Make the most of the sunny season with Orenda’s exceptional outdoor amenities. Swim in the heated private pool, craft meals in the outdoor kitchen (complete with a pizza oven), or explore 13 acres of picturesque land. It’s the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, and creating lifelong summer memories.
Year-Round Paradise
From vibrant fall foliage to blooming spring landscapes, Orenda is surrounded by natural beauty and endless opportunities for adventure. Hike stunning trails, savor local restaurants, and embrace the tranquility of your private mountain retreat no matter the season.
Orenda: Where Every Season Feels Like Home, and Every Visit Feeds the Soul.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Arkville

Arkville is home to this holiday home. Belleayre Mountain Ski Center and Copperhood Retreat & Spa 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 and Catskill State Park. Pine Hill Community Center and Delaware & Ulster Railroad are also worth visiting.
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Big Indian, NY

What's nearby

  • Catskill State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Catskill Mountains - 11 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Hunter Mountain - 40 min drive - 61.0 km
  • Kaaterskill Falls - 53 min drive - 70.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Waffle Cabin - ‬6 min drive
  • Sunset Lodge
  • ‪Cafe Mornings - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Peekamoose Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Folsom Point Provisions - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool?

As of 15 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool on 25 April 2026 start from NZ$2,010, 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 Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Orenda: Catskill Ski Mountain Retreat w/ Private Pool located?

Situated in Arkville, this holiday home is steps from Catskill State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Belleayre Mountain Ski Center and Pine Hill Community Center. Catskill Mountains and Belleayre Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

doug h.

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

Family Reunion

18 of us, ages 3 to 88 stayed here for a week with plenty of space, even when it came to daytime naps. It was a treat to all fit around the dining table, and to have several places, inside and out, to congregate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

george h.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

A group of 11 of us came together for a family vacation with family members from France, Italy, Idaho and New York City. The house could have accommodated some 20 of us so everyone had their own rooms. The layout worked perfectly with the pool and hot tub getting a lot of use. The outdoor space is comfortable and is perfect for meals, reading, visiting and game playing. The nearby towns provided us with good shopping, restaurants and ice cream when we ventured out. The rolling hills and views reminded us of Tuscany. In all a perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yagmur P.

I got called nasty..

I rented this home in May 2018 for my husband's birthday. I thought the HEATED pool would be open because it is clearly stated on the website that the pool is open in Spring, Summer and Fall (You can check and verify). A few weeks after renting, I messaged owner to make sure about it. He said pool wont be in use because the property is under snow, "in May". He even sent me a photo of the home under snow however, very obviously, photo was from winter as it was around 60 degrees at the time the messages were exchanged and over 80 degrees during our stay in Big Indian. (You can check weather forecast websites and verify). I told the owner that he should fulfill his responsibilities as promised: The pool is heated and the weather is perfectly fine for a heated pool. He replied with an angry "email" and CALLED ME NASTY just because told him to open the pool for us. He emailed me instead of messaging because he did not want vrbo to see his uncivil messages.(I just forwarded that email to vrbo so they can see it) Irresponsible, arrogant and extremely rude owner. DO NOT RENT THIS HOME. (He advised us to use a nearby public pool... If I wanted to go to a public pool I would not rent this home in the first place.) More importantly, I am pregnant and getting called nasty was the last thing I wanted to hear from a person.I had an exceptionally unpleasant experience and I do not want you to have the same. There are plenty of homes on vrbo with reasonable owners, just go with them. Owner never accepted a cancellation. I never asked for any refund because I did not wanted to get called nasty again. It would not worth any money. Lastly, I already have a big home. The only reason of renting this home was the heated pool. All the money I spent on this home and the pool accessories/decorations I bought for the birthday were gone to waste.(I myself paid for everything, did not get a dime from my guests) Also, the cushions of the outdoor furniture set was missing so we could not use it as well. EXTREMELY DISSATISFIED. STAY AWAY.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Summer Get- Away from the summer heat!

There were 17 people in our party ranging in age from 8-76. There was plenty of room for us all. There was no air conditioning except the master bedroom, so you need to be aware of that. The bunk room is where the young kids slept and it was quite warm. We couldn't open the windows in that room because there were no screens on the windows and lots of flies. The swimming pool, hot tub, and firepit were enjoyed by all. We had to drive about 15 minutes to a grocery store, and very little other retail, so shopping should not be a priority when planning a trip to this location. We hung out on the deck most of the time and had lots of family bonding time. We've been renting from VRBO for many years and this location was enjoyed by everyone. The high temperature each day was high 70's, we all had come from much hotter climates, so that was probably what we liked best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Beautiful and Well Maintained Home!

We spent MLK weekend at this beautiful and spacious home. We could not have been happier - it is very close to Bellyayre Ski, which was a huge plus! We had a bit of snow while we were there and a few of the cars were not able to pull out, but the homeowner (Adam) was kind enough to send someone over to re-plow the driveway. Adam was very responsive and we enjoyed our stay, making great memories with friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEA L.

Very beautiful and wonderful place

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Fantastic family reunion at Orenda Belleayre Mountain Retreat

My family and I were looking for the perfect getaway to celebrate with our family. We were looking for a place that has something for everyone. There was a pool and hot tub, beautiful home, lots of hiking and beautiful waterfalls to explore. Shopping and great towns to visit plus good eateries! We would highly recommend staying at Orenda and will have years of happy memories! Thank you! David C. Westwater and The Kurtzner Family Reunion
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Maria Turco

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Maria Turco, President of Orenda Management LLC (Orenda), is a fitness and yoga industry entrepreneur, founder, and visionary.
She is the founder of Honor Yoga, a Yoga Franchise and the HonorYogaFoundation.org and donates the use of Orenda to non profit retreats on behalf on the Honor yoga Foundation. Please help to support a non profit retreat
https://honoryoga.org/
Maria Turco https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaparrellaturco/

Why they chose this property

History of Orenda

Orenda meaning - humanities ability to harness the collective power of nature's energies as well as their own inherent spiritual energy!

The property it sits on what was originally an apple orchard. Owned by the Tortuga Family in the 1950’s, it was purchased by Phyllis and Mel Litoff in 1981 as their 2nd home. Mel and Phyllis owned and operated the Sweet Basil Jazz CLub, in NYC.They they expanded to host their family and friends including famous musicians. Both Phyllis and Mel went on to host the Belleayre Music Festival, which was an annual festival that played host to such artists as James Blunt, Rosanne Cash, Branford Marsalis, Frankie Valli, Obie Benson, Lyle Lovett, The Neville Brothers, Linda Eder, Ray Charles, and Wynton Marsalis many of which were hosted at their home. On 7 July 2002, at the age of 63 Phyllis lost her fight to brain cancer at the home in

In the fall/ winter 2017 Maria Turco, founder of Honor Yoga had sought out a retreat center that could serve as a retreat center and refuge for the Honor Yoga Family System her fellow healers, friends and family. In an impromptu drive up to the catskills she walked no further than the entrance to the front door and immediately felt the enormous healing, empowering, joyous and positive energies of the property.

History of The Area

Long before Middletown was Middletown, this area was occupied seasonally by Lenni Lenape (Delaware) Indians. The Lenni Lenape were named by the English the “Delaware” Indians as they lived on the shores of Delaware Bay and the river that emptied into it. They were an Algonquian speaking tribe (as opposed to Iroquoian), and their territory ran from the headwaters of the Delaware and Susquehanna Rivers south to the Potomac. The Oneidas and Tuscaroras occupied lands to the north and west; the Mohicans, Esopus and Wappingers to the south and east.

What makes this property unique

Mission & Vision

Our mission is to awaken the power of the human spirit

Our vision lodging, facilities, and programs for those seeking educational enrichment, relaxation, and spiritual renewal

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English, Italian
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