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Sanctuary by the Stream

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Sit stream side and enjoy the beauty of nature and our (seasonal) fire pit
Stream side patio with fire pit
Peaceful & beautiful throughout the year
newly renovated house-spacious and lovely!
Relax on the comfortable front porch.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 676.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Catskill State Park
  • Place, Catskill Mountains
  • Place, Copperhood Retreat & Spa

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Sanctuary by the Stream

Leave your cares behind and enjoy the beautiful Catskill mountains as you relax in your “Stream side Sanctuary,” a beautifully renovated two bedroom house just outside of Phoenicia, located on the lovely Stony Clove Stream.
The view from the property is wonderful year round, with the autumn colors being especially spectacular. We also have a terrific stream side patio and seasonal fire pit. It's available April through November and is fueled by propane. No wood needed and a great flame! (see photo)
The house has a fully equipped kitchen, spacious dining room that looks out at trees and flowers from a bow window, living room with gas fireplace and large screen TV, modern bathroom, two bedrooms, each with a queen size bed, air conditioning and heat throughout making it a cozy, comfortable retreat year round! The house has a phone, cable TV and wifi. A car is not necessary as the house is located just one mile form the bus station in Phoenicia. You can walk to town, eat in one of several restaurants, visit the quaint shops, or go fly fishing. A little over a mile will bring you to the Tanbark Trail and/or the trail up Tremper Mountain, both very popular spots, or walk about 2 miles to the Phoenicia Diner for a hearty breakfast or lunch. With a car, there are many sites and activities nearby. The Emerson complex has interesting shops as well as a restaurant, spa, and the world’s largest kaleidoscope! A short drive will bring you to hiking trails, lakes, ski centers, concerts, and other nearby towns to explore. Come and enjoy “your vacation home” without any of the work or responsibility

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Phoenicia

Located in Phoenicia, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Empire State Railway Museum and Mount Tremper Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hunter Mountain and Copperhood Retreat & Spa. Pine Hill Community Center and Straus Center - Frost Valley YMCA are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Phoenicia, NY

What's nearby

  • Catskill State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Catskill Mountains - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Copperhood Retreat & Spa - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Emerson Place Kaleidoscope - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Hunter Mountain - 25 min drive - 28.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Phoenicia Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brio's Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Catamount Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bettina - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Woodstock Brewing - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sanctuary by the Stream pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary by the Stream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary by the Stream?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary by the Stream located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Catskill State Park and Catskill Mountains. Empire State Railway Museum and Esopus Creek are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing!The house was very clean and comfortable! The yard with the running creek, flower garden and fire pit was the reason we chose it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Beautiful spot

What a beautiful place to stay for the weekend! We spent Easter weekend enjoying nature on the creek! Kids loved all the birds. The house was clean, well maintained and comfortable . I appreciated having a nice hot shower at the end of a long day of hiking! The kids loved the fire pit by the Creek!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Beautiful

A great little place of serenity.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

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

Such a great getaway

We so enjoyed our stay here! Veronica was very friendly and communicative. She helped us figure out some amazing places to take our toddler. The house is stunning and so is the location. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

MADELINE T.

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

Gorgeous cottage with the most beautiful backyard

Truly, a gem of a property. Hanging out by the stream and looking at the mountains and the beautiful flowers in the backyard was just wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rebekah C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was beautiful and the host was very kind and reached out to ensure we were enjoying our stay! My only concern is that the place could have been cleaner, there was some debris on the floors and cobwebs and mold in the bathroom. Nothing worth complaining about in the moment, but definitely didn’t feel as clean as I would have expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy E.

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

Phoenicia - part 2

The house provides all you need and the location offers peace and tranquility in a most stunning setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

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

Beautiful stay at “The Sanctuary”

The pictures don’t do this property justice, it is truly a beautiful sanctuary escape. The cottage was comfortable, spacious, sparkling clean, and had all the amenities. Communication with the owner was seamless. I will absolutely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shameine M.

Incredible!!!

Everything was amazing, perfect view of the mountains as well as the stars at night. The creek and stream was beautiful and so peaceful listening to the flow of the water. Very relaxing and the cabin alone was so comfortable and felt like home away from home. Veronica was quick on responding to any question we had and made our stay worth wild and we will definitely be back next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Even better the 2nd time around

Spent another peaceful and relaxing weekend at the sanctuary. Sitting by the riverside was treated to the sight of a mama and baby black bear as well as a bald eagle. As always, we cannot wait to get back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2016

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A true Sanctuary

We were promised a “ Sanctuary” and that’s exactly what we were delighted to find! The beautiful house exceeded our expectations, and being surrounded by nature and the stream was precisely the rejuvenating weekend we needed! Veronica struck the perfect balance of being available to answer questions, but also respecting our privacy during our stay. We’d highly recommend this cozy spot for your getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ellen d.

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

Second time

This was our second time staying at the cottage. The situation is ideal, right on a stream in the Catskills. The owner, Veronica, has been very kind to us each time. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robbin R.

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

Pure perfection for us.

Veronica, has the house completely set up with everything you need. The property was perfect. The stream was our go to first thing in the morning along with a big fire pit. The setti g os definitely my type of sanctuary. I highly recommend stay here. It will rejuvenate your soul..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

DougandJudy H., Western New York

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

October Surprise

Breakfast and pastries at Bread Alone in Boiceville, take out steak from Phonecian Steakhouse, railroad bed walks and comfortable streamside seating. Sweet spot. Perfect time out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Cozy & Serene

My husband & I stayed here to explore the area and celebrate our 10 year anniversary (close to home). The weather wasn’t the greatest, but we got to briefly enjoy the tranquil backyard. We would definitely return in warmer weather! Veronica was great to deal with and overall this was an A+ experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Regina M.

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

Fabulous Stay- Peaceful and Charming

We can’t say enough good things about this property Sanctuary. The owners were so responsive from start to finish and care for their property exceptionally well. Beautiful decor, everything there that you needed and more , We loved the open back yard down to the stream , the chance to recharge and hike in the beautiful surrounding mountains each day. 5+ stars for sure and hope we can get back another time from North Carolina . Regina snd Dave
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rouven E.

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

Great place!

We visited here in early April and very much enjoyed our stay. The house is clean, well-kept, and has a modern kitchen. Communication with the owner is easy and efficient, and check-in is easy. We were able to make use of the outside fire pit. The stream running near the house is very pretty. The indoor gas fire place is also great and simple to use. The nearby Bread Alone Bakery, which was recommended by the owner, is fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail R., New Jersey

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

Highly recommend

I and my two teen age daughters stayed two nights at this lovely place which truly feels like a sanctuary. It was about 20 minutes from Woodstock and the Buddhist temple there. We did not go hiking, but there appeared to be many places in the area to hike. The place is actually nicer than the photos. Veronica was very helpful about places to grocery shop, etc. I hope to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Camille A.

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

Wonderful stay!

The house is immaculate and so very nicely appointed.  It is roomy and very well stocked, there wasn't anything we needed that wasn't available plus some nice little surprises (indoor s'mores cooking kits, among others!).  The covered porch and chairs allowed us to enjoy the peaceful surroundings despite the rain.  Veronica provided instructions for everything along with plenty of information about local attractions and restaurants and was so very helpful with questions beforehand.  Everyone asked when we are going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Lovely sanctuary

We spent a lovely post-blizzard, Covid-safe weekend in the Catskills. Veronica was responsive and clear in her communications and very helpful with the details she left behind. The quaint and cozy home is warm and quiet and we relaxed by the fire. I do wish I had known it was a propane and not a wood fire place as that was what my heart was seeking but in the end it was work and stress-free. The location is perfect and I can imagine enjoying it even more in warmer weather as the firepit by the creek looks so beautiful and appealing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

MICHELE M.

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

Great getaway in the Catskills and fantastic host!

Sanctuary by the Stream was perfect and exactly as described!! The host is so personable and sweet. Guests have a garden/patio area on the stream that feels very private and a large backyard with a fire pit. Carefully tended gardens and interesting sculptures add to the amazing views of the stream and mountains (front and back). Home is so cozy and clean and well stocked. Phonecia is an adorable town and a perfect base for a Catskills visit. We traveled back and forth to Woodstock - a quick and easy trip day or night. Rail Explorers and Woodstock Brewery in Phonecia are both fantastic. Veronica makes it so special and truly loves what she does. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very gracious host. Cottage was newly renovated and clean. Fireplace was warm on the few chilly nights. Firepit was a nice extra. Beautiful property and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host, Veronica, could not be more welcoming and accommodating. Immaculate and warm, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location for a relaxing time with cousin who lives a long distance. Everything was provided for our comfort. The hostess was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View from the backyard was amazing and so relaxing. The host was very responsive and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Veronica Rowe

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I grew up in New York City but was always drawn to nature. After college I moved to Ulster County and have lived in Phoenicia for over thirty years. I never tire of of the beauty of this area that I am blessed to live in.

What makes this property unique

This property is unique because of the beautiful setting. There is a large open yard with about 150' of stream frontage. The setting is peaceful and lovely but within one mile of town. It is conveniently located to restaurants, shops, theaters, tubing, fly fishing, kayaking, swimming & skiing. There is a lovely stream side stone patio with a large seasonal propane fire pit that is beautiful!

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