Birch Tree Lodge - Cozy Cabin Getaway in the Catskills

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Nestled in Shandaken, this lovely house for $248 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. Catskills Mountain Cabin Retreat is a stunning, year-round retreat in the heart of the Catskills Mountains just 2.5 hours from NYC. Located on 5 acres with scenic seasonal mountain views and 5 minutes from Belleayre winter and summer resort, this modern three-bedroom, two-bath home is a beautiful mountain escape with fantastic panoramic views throughout the home. Treat yourself to a secluded, peaceful retreat located in the woods, inhale the crisp fresh mountain air from the deck and cozy up to the fireplace after a long day of skiing. This bright 1980's era open plan modern home has vaulted ceilings and is tastefully styled and furnished with modern amenities. This house sleeps 6-9 people, with two queen beds, three twin beds, and sofa and two bathrooms, one on each floor. The main floor has a modern open plan, a kitchen decorated with a Southwestern motif, vaulted ceilings and large windows, giving it a rustic cabin feel. Enjoy the gorgeous seasonal mountain views from each window throughout the home! The dining table seats eight, and living room features a fireplace, the perfect spot for quiet music, watching a movie or a lively game night. The contemporary kitchen opens to a screened porch with wooded acre views, and the expansive deck sits on a private meadow and features an outdoor dining area. In the summer, enjoy drinks and watch the sunset on the screened porch, or gather your thoughts, grab your journal and write poems and letters in the spectacular deck space. Roast marshmallows and chat by the outdoor fire pit. Drive to local farmers' markets, eat meals on the deck, experience the famous hiking trails the Catskills offers, fish in a nearby creek, and enjoy golf or tour the local breweries and distilleries. Experience Historic Round Barn farmer's market in New York, 15 minutes away (May through November). Area reservoir and rivers feature water sports, including kayaking, river tubing, raft or canoeing--all at your doorstep! Sunbathe or swim in a nearby lake or take the family fishing in Esopus creek. It's the perfect spot for a carefree summer week. In the winter, ski or snowboard in Belleayre Mountain ski resort, just 5 minutes away, and Plattekill Mountain ski resort just 15 minutes away. Hunter Mountain isn't far and offers snow tubing and winter sports. Take the family sledding on the property after a day on the slopes and come back to the cabin through the mudroom, as you ease into a relaxing evening by the fire. A short visit to Margaretteville or Phoenicia offers lunch or dinner options during your stay. Plenty to enjoy in the lively Catskills area during your stay, winter, spring, summer or fall! This is a can't miss CABIN GETAWAY experience. We guarantee you'll have the most amazing time upstate, and we'll see you back again!

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