Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano

Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets

About this house rental

Nestled in Cragsmoor, this charming house for $315 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. A few of our short term guests have become long term guests. Please contact me for details if interested in longer term stays. Our house has been our family weekend home for many years. Art filled rooms, grand piano, magnificent fireplace, views of nature from every window - it has been lovingly restored and maintained. Perfect escape to a bucolic, serene, setting and under two hours from NYC. Sit on the porch, read a book, share a meal or simply watch nature. 15 minute walk from front door to Bear Hill, a cliff with magnificent views and hardly another person in sight. For longer hikes, Minnawaska State Park’s, Sams Point is a two minute drive to the parking lot. However in the event you have some work to do, we have an office room - just for that.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Cragsmoor, NY

Reviews

4.6/5.0
Outstanding(19 Reviews)
5.0
Dec 2020
A wonderful experience
A wonderful experience
My husband and I spent over 3 months at Letizia and Scott' property while waiting for construction to start in our NYC apt (1h45 drive). We enjoyed every minute of it! The house, the neighborhood, the overall area (the gunks). The house is farm-like with a wonderful porch (and BBQ) to take in the sun, moon light, and a fireplace for cooler moments. Being there from Sept to Dec we were lucky to experience 3 seasons, from glorious fall to 16'' snow! The house is decorated with a lot of art, unique furniture and objects. It has the distinction of not being a standard rental (a lot of character including farm-like doors and a magnificent staircase) but also is perfectly organized for tenants. No clutter and many thoughtful details (large supply of wood; well equipped kitchen; records, cds; hiking guides, etc.). Letizia and Scott respond very quickly to any request and will do anything to make sure guests are comfortable. It was spotless clean when we arrived. When we first visited the house (before renting for 3 months) Scott and Letizia took us for a magical hike right behind their property (Bear hill preserve) and ends at a stone overlook of the valley which we redid many times. At that time we had not realized how special the neighborhood is, an enclave with no passing-through roads; one can take a walk with no traffic; populated enough not to feel isolated but a lot of much preserved nature and quiet! It had been a long time since I had experienced such quietness; many country houses seem to be plagued with lawn mowing; leaves or snow blowing, no such thing in that neighborhood. Most houses are unique with a mix of wood and stones. There is a charming church with another overlook. From all windows of the house you do not see any house; and at each time of the day the lower floor gets a beautiful light. The first floor Master bedroom and "great room" are vast and beautifully decorated; they get plenty of light. We used the "great" room as a guest bedroom when need be as the children room requires to walk through the master bedroom. The second bedroom and bathroom are small but perfectly adequate. Master bedroom bed is very comfortable. The area has many beautiful hikes. We recommend red trail of the Shawangunk (8 min drive from house) or Minnewaska lake or Mohonk preserve many splendid walks (40 min). Sam's point is also nearby but many trails were closed due to covid. We loved our stay and hope to be back!
5.0
Sep 2020
We spent August here and loved every moment in beautiful Cragsmoor. The house is great: large and comfortable with everything we needed. There is a lovely porch where we ate and relaxed each day. In addition, the house includes a grand piano - perfect for us as musicians🎶 The owners, Letizia and Scott, pointed out a number of sites/places to visit in the area. They were always available to us by text and phone if we had any questions. This was a perfect get away, especially in this surreal time!
5.0
Sep 2020
Wonderful!
Wonderful!
We spent August here and loved every moment in beautiful Cragsmoor. The house is great: large and comfortable with everything we needed. There is a lovely porch where we ate and relaxed each day. In addition, the house includes a grand piano - perfect for us as musicians🎶� The owners, Letizia and Scott, pointed out a number of sites/places to visit in the area. They were always available to us by text and phone if we had any questions. This was a perfect get away, especially in this surreal time!
5.0
Jul 2020
I could spend every night sitting on the porch, feeling the breeze and watching the flowers and trees. Plenty of space away from the neighbors, with amazing hikes and wineries a short drive away. The host made everything so easy and even left us a wildflower bouquet on the kitchen table. This is a really special property and a great city getaway!
5.0
Jul 2020
The perfect upstate getaway
The perfect upstate getaway
I could spend every night sitting on the porch, feeling the breeze and watching the flowers and trees. Plenty of space away from the neighbors, with amazing hikes and wineries a short drive away. The host made everything so easy and even left us a wildflower bouquet on the kitchen table. This is a really special property and a great city getaway!
5.0
Mar 2020
sanctuary in the the mountains of Cragsmoor
sanctuary in the the mountains of Cragsmoor
I lived in this beautiful art filled home for 18 months with my fiancee in the sleepy artisan colony of Cragsmoor NY. The space is warm and welcoming and the house is filled with spectacular light and the views are stunning, as are the four seasons. We spent many nights cooking in the gourmet kitchen , playing the piano and enjoying our dinners in front of the glorious stone fireplace . Our summer days were spent hiking and exploring & our summer nights were spent sipping wine on the front porch watching the sun go down. The hosts, Scott and Letizia are gracious to a fault and were always accessible if we ever had a question, but quite honestly we had very few. Had my job not changed, we would still be living in this beautiful space. Jennifer
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2018
Very much enjoyed our stay at Cragsmoor. Great place to spend a significant birthday. Love the proximity to Minnewaska State Park, quiet walks around the neighborhood, dinners on the front porch, fireworks from the Old Stone Church and wine tastings in nearby Pine Bush. Not to forget all there is to do in Ulster County overall. A lovely vacation and Letizia was a most responsive host.
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2018
Gracious and private perch on top of the mountain
Gracious and private perch on top of the mountain
Very much enjoyed our stay at Cragsmoor. Great place to spend a significant birthday. Love the proximity to Minnewaska State Park, quiet walks around the neighborhood, dinners on the front porch, fireworks from the Old Stone Church and wine tastings in nearby Pine Bush. Not to forget all there is to do in Ulster County overall. A lovely vacation and Letizia was a most responsive host.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cragsmoor?

The average price for a rental in Cragsmoor is $361 per night. This rental is $46 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Renovated Historic Cragsmoor Mountaintop Home with Grand Piano?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, laundry, and dishwasher.

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