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Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Andes, NY
  • East Branch Delaware River
    5 min walk
  • Canada Falls
    6 min drive
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
    24 min drive

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About the area

Margaretville

Located in Margaretville, this vacation home is on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Catskill State Park and East Branch Delaware River. .This vacation home is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Belleayre Mountain Ski Center and 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from Catskill Mountains.

What's nearby

  • East Branch Delaware River - 5 min walk
  • Canada Falls - 6 min drive
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 22 min drive
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 24 min drive
  • Catskill Mountains - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Marguerite - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria Locale - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wayside Cider Tap Room - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Binnekill Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Ark Bowl & BBQ - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views

Nestled high on the hill looking out over Pepacton reservoir, you'll find our treetop bungalow set in 5 acres of woodland and wildflower gardens. Travel just 2.5 hours from the George Washington bridge and leave the city far behind. Reconnect with fresh air, tranquility, and nature. This is true wilderness (but we still have super fast fiber optic internet!).

The 1,400 square foot Rainbow Ranch has two bedrooms (one king, one queen) and 1.5 bathrooms providing a spacious getaway for 4. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to make a delicious meal out of the fresh organic produce and homemade delights you find at farm stands and farmer’s markets and there's a dishwasher to ease the clean up.

Walk through the dining room to the giant living room and warm yourself at the bluestone fireplace, flanked by octagonal windows. Step through the picture window to the sweeping sundeck – nearly the size of the house again. Recline and enjoy your morning coffee listening to the birds and looking out over the lake with the Catskill mountains reaching out beyond.

If you can tear yourself away from the view, there are awesome hikes (everywhere!), swimming holes (20 mins), fly fishing on Beaverkill (30 min), fishing/kayaking on Pepacton Reservoir (5 mins), swimming at little pond (20 min), skiing at Belleayre (25 mins) and Plattekill (30 mins), Belleayre Music Festival (15 mins), legendary fall colors (everywhere!), antiques, auctions, and crafts (everywhere!). Have a Tesla /EV vehicle and want to explore the area? We have a NEMA 14-50 outlet in the parking area, just bring your charging cable and adapter.

Don't feel like roasting marshmallows around our campfire or lying in the hammock under countless stars surrounded by fireflies or forest bathing with a cocktail on our rocking chairs in the woods? Head to Andes (15 min), an upstate NYC outpost, and get big city comforts with a village vibe. Margaretville (great supermarket - 5 min), Bovina (15 min) Arkville (8 min), and Roxbury (20 min) also offer great dining options and mountain hospitality.

We’ll provide a full list of tips on activities, trails, and places to eat after booking so you can get the most out of your stay. You’ll return to the city recharged, laden with delicious produce, and planning your next trip!

We practice CDC cleaning guidelines and check in and out is contactless. It is our upmost concern that our guests, and the people that help us make Rainbow Ranch the great place it is, stay healthy and safe.

Great things we didn’t mention yet!
Campfire • croquet • tree swing • fireplace • firewood supplied • landline phone with free national calls • super fast fiber optic internet wifi • 39' flatscreen • SLING for Network TV • 100s of DVDs • speakers • Audioengine speakers • board games • cotton sheets • down comforters • hair dryer • luggage racks • pack and play • ironing board • high-powered fans • portable ACs • washing machine • dryer • dishwasher • microwave • toaster • coffee grinder drip coffee maker • kettle • cocktail shaker • BBQ • fire pit • seasonal hammock • TESLA/EV 14-50 outlet
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Rolla and Heather

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: We provide an ashtray for outdoor use.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No puppie- must be potty trained. $65/ dog/ stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 150 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 150 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We had such a lovely stay! The home was perfect! We loved the privacy of the home, nestled in the woods! The views were so beautiful, perfectly serene! The kitchen was well stocked with cooking essentials. We especially loved the fireplace which we used everyday. Thank you for such a wonderful stay, it was the getaway we really needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just like the photos
This home is just the perfect little getaway. The views are pretty great and with all the sliding glass doors you have that view inside or out on the huge deck. Its very private and quiet but close enough to restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cate C.

Liked: Cleanliness
What A Beautiful Pocket of Peace
My husband and I spent a 4 days and 3 nights at this lovely home. We spent every morning and night relaxing on the deck. The view is amazing. As city folks, it is not often we get to see animals in their natural habitats. It was precious. The home is beautifully decorated and curated with a modern day mid-century vibe. Great vintage pieces. The bed was very comfortable. The house is super clean. The people in Margretville were very nice. We are planning to come back again. If we could 5+ stars we would.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house in watershed area
Well-maintained house with everything you need, in a woodsy setting with a lovely garden. Roomy 2-bedroom, nice deck with lots of birds. Near Margaretville. We’ll be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay to get away from hustle and bustle!
Was the perfect stay to get away from NYC and into the woods. LOTS of great areas to hike. Note: no Verizon service within like 3 miles of the house (not an issue one bit, of course, and Wifi speed is great but just something to note)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gintare L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Weekend
The location is beautiful and peaceful! The beds are very comfortable, the living room with a fireplace is very spacious, looking out into a beautiful patio with a lake and Mountain View! Absolutely worth the 3 hour drive from CT!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful weekend
2nd time here and even more in love with it! The owners are fantastic. The house is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Getaway
Charming house with a wonderful view. We got away from the city for a while and decompressed. Enjoyed the wonderful fireplace and spacious deck, early morning coffee with the sunrise. Enjoyed a full moon with a walk in the woods, something my wife and I have never done. Something we will always remember.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Spot
*The ONLY problem is not wanting to leave!!! All logistics/ practicalities on point... communications gracious, the location is perfect, this cozy cabins minimalistic 70s charm is highlighted by having all windows & decks so you feel connected to outside even inside!! Perfect & charming... We celebrated the Solar Eclipse here and can't wait to come back before the next one, lol!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimilee N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful winter retreat in the Catskills
My wife and I and our two dogs had a wonderful week-long stay at Rainbow Ranch. We came up from the city for a peaceful place to work and relax. The home was perfect for our plans and had everything we could possibly need including blankets and all the kitchen necessities. We had beautiful snow on the ground for our first couple of days but felt cozy inside. We loved how much sun comes in through the many windows all day long and so did the dogs (chronic sunbathers!). We will definitely be back next winter.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
I used to word "spectacular"
My wife and I have been coming to the region for more than 12 years. We have stayed at several different places but we think from now on, THIS will be "THE ONE". I tend not to use the word, but found myself thanking the owners by saying "everything was SPECTACULAR"! It is really the perfect out of the way place for a quiet vacation, but still close enough to the rest of things in the region. Your first day, you might want to arrive while there is still light, as the final turns can be confusing. Once you have done it though, it is actually very easy. There are so many positives to this place, I don't know really how to list them all. Beautiful kitchen, great fireplace, wonderful deck, comfy beds! Thanks for a great few days. We can not wait to return
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
It was only a short, stay, just three nights, but what a beautiful and cozy place. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in the woods
Dog-friendly, easily accessible hiking, very clear instructions. Wonderful place to stay with large windows and privacy. Easy access to restaurants and food shopping nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Chill!
Loved my stay here. In the cut with beautiful views of reservoir.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Karan P.

Long weekend stay with friends
Overall experience was good, location is not too remote and convenient. One small thing to complain about was beds and sofa were not cleaned properly as we had saw animal hairs all over it. Other than that would definitely recommend the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
Just a quick getaway from reality and it was just what we needed! Super clean, beautiful views everything was great! Hiking was really close by and we even explored the reservoir across the way. The quiet, stars, cold weather and glowing fires at night made it perfection! Thank you for opening your home to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
I stayed for 5 nights. Very serene wooded home wt extensive deck overlooking the reservoir. Everything was as advertised wt no issues. A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reservoir view
Very relaxing, pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape
Great place to escape the city area. Quiet, private area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short get away.
A beautiful property and secluded getaway. Check in / out was smooth, cabin was nice and cozy. It was just what we needed to get away from the city life.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catriona S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Catskills Getaway
Beautiful getaway for my partner’s 30th birthday! Everything we could have dreamed of during the beautiful change of season
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Janice V., Manchester USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Catskill weekend
Great fireplace, comfy bed and couch, nicely laid out house. Good access, large deck, nice main bathroom, good tv and wifi. Newer washer and dryer- both large. Well equipped kitchen. Lovely hardwood floors. House is musty, peeling deck roof unsightly, large gaps between boards of deck, tripping hazard. Landscaping so wild that you can’t walk on some walkways. Must have been charming years ago.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kathie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Nice quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023