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This NYT-featured Catskills home is not quite the cabin it seems to be. What looks like a single storey home from one angle is actually built over a creekside slope, and we think it's one of the most interesting places we've seen for a peaceful stay in the woods. Floor-to-ceiling windows make full use of the region’s scenery, and sliding doors out onto a deck mean you can practically reach out and touch the pines – you can even listen to the rushing waters of the creek from here. Modern and stylish, the design here isn't trying to outshine the views, with wood floors, white walls and a Scandi feel to its furnishings. Two of the bedrooms are on the top floor and have such great views across the canopy you'll think you're staying in a treehouse, while immaculate bathrooms are outfitted with marble, lava stone and Italian Porcelanosa tiles. If you can drag yourself away, head out on hikes, explore the nearby farm shops, or book a meal at a local restaurant – there are several within a short drive. But we recommend making your way to the home's little campfire site, with some hot chocolate and marshmallows, for an evening you'll never forget.

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Whether you’re seeking contemplation in a New-Age spa or the calm of fly fishing, contemporary galleries or antiquing, the Catskill Mountains – a two hour drive from Manhattan – will gently impose its slower pace on anyone who visits. Adjacent to Woodstock’s Comeau property, a land conservancy of 76 acres of meadows, woods, playing fields and swimming holes, you’ll find this home perfectly poised between town and country. Woodstock – a storied, arty town with 18th-century roots, is at your doorstep, with a cafe and wine shop just around the corner, and bars, restaurants, shops and galleries just a short walk away. Further afield you’ll find scenic roads winding through a landscape exquisitely tuned to the changing of the seasons dotted with picturesque towns, orchards and farmers’ markets. The home is designed for relaxed conviviality, with its well-equipped kitchen and alfresco dining spot on the large deck. Sonos speakers throughout the house will help maintain the mood, and a private home office offers a new definition of remote working.

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If you’re heading to the Catskills, you want to be fully immersed in the wild greenery. This minimalist home is all glass and clapboard, surrounded by towering trees and secluded from the rest of the world. A wrap-around terrace lets you enjoy the silence of the forest while breathing in the fresh air, and there’s a sustainable garden brimming with vegetables and flowers amidst the pines. The real surprise is the infinity-edge pool and hot tub overlooking the trees, and a boxing gym and games room in the pool house. The architect has done a fantastic job of blurring the lines between nature and the building – it feels like you’re outdoors when you’re inside, thanks to walls of glass. Sleek minimalism is present, with a slate-grey Valcucine kitchen catering for cooks and a simple yet elegant living room set around a fireplace for chilly evenings. Those that enjoy their privacy can bag the garden guest house, which is fully self-contained. The area around here is laced with hiking trails into misty mountain scenery and along the roads, you’ll find secret live music venues in the middle of nowhere, roadside record shops and fine dining at the Red Onion a fifteen-minute walk away if you want to leave the car behind. The craft-brewery-packed town of Woodstock is an eight-minute drive away and ten minutes sees you at the peaceful shores of the Ashokan Reservoir.

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This home's architecture, interiors and colourful prints all share a mid-century modern style, but its woodland surroundings are more Hansel and Gretel than Gilbert and George. In a tiny hamlet in upstate New York, it’s surrounded by mountains, lakes and forest – great for skiers, hikers and wild swimmers alike. The home has several standout features but we love the double-height living area, with its huge windows and cosy fireplace. The galleried landing has a desk in case you need to keep one eye on work while you're away, and the huge deck has a gas barbecue for those long lazy lunches outdoors. While its statement design pieces add interest, it's a homely place too, with a bedroom set up for children, logs provided for the fire, and plenty of books to pick through on the shelves. Just minutes from a choice of state parks, forests, orchards, and wineries, your days will be filled with outdoor adventures – and all just an easy drive from the city.


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It's guaranteed love from the moment you pull up to this beautiful home in Woodstock. Step through the front door and it's like you've stumbled upon the front cover of a magazine, dramatic wooden stairs juxtaposed with chic upholstery and a light ambience. Every corner of this home has been considered from coffee table books, to Sonos speakers in the living areas, to professional chef's knives and a KitchenAid for cooking. This is a home you'll truly want to live in forever. As for the area itself? Woodstock is the bohemian heart of upstate New York, a hive of local farms, artsy boutiques, and scenic hikes in the Catskills. 

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Nestled in the woodlands, this cabin provides cosy comfort and stylish charm. The outdoor area is the perfect place to keep toasty by the fire and eat delicious meals. Guests looking for outdoor adventures can explore the surrounding landscape by foot or by bike, and couples and small groups will enjoy the romantic views and secluded location. The covered porch is the perfect spot for reading and bathing in sunlight, while other features to admire are the unique ornaments collected by the lovely host, Minetta.

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Set in 15 acres of private grounds, this modern mountain chalet in New York’s Catskills is the ultimate Upstate getaway. Inside, the place is rustic yet refined with timber vaulted ceilings, mid-century modern furnishings and a creamy colour palette. On chilly days, sink your toes into the faux fur rug and throw a log on the wood-burning fire while the kids battle it out on the games consoles in the playroom. But when the weather’s fine, fix tasty side dishes in the gourmet kitchen, grill local produce on the barbecue and feast together in the sunshine. Spend afternoons in the great outdoors, hiking through the Slide Mountain Wilderness or skiing at Belleayre, a thirty-minute drive away. Come home in the early evening for a restorative yoga session in your private fitness room and a well-deserved pampering in the sauna. Then, just before dusk falls, spill out onto the deck with your favourite tipple to watch the sun set over the Catskill mountains.  

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The Ashokan is an exquisite barn-styled house nestled within rich woodland landscape. The quaint exterior shelters an incredibly contemporary and stylish interior. From the patterned floors and wonderful impressionist paintings, to the rustic oak furnishings and floorboards, this house seamlessly blends homeliness with elegance. The large bedrooms have plush deluxe beds (although the mezzanine bedroom offers very little privacy and has no curtains), as well as plentiful dressing space and luxurious bathrooms. The estate is located moments away from the beautiful Ashokan reservoir. Spend your days taking in the breathtaking landscape while hiking the trails, or perhaps head into the nearby Woodstock to wander around the legendary town. 

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Fill your lungs with the scent of freshly chopped firewood as you step from the crisp Catskills mountain air into this gabled-roofed cottage. Whether you're a couple seeking stolen moments or a group of friends in search of calm, you'll find what you're looking for here. 

The wood-heady interiors cater to those in love with old-school design, particularly with the vintage wood-burning stove, record player and accompanying vinyl collection. On sunny days, a curl up on the hammock and listen to the babbling brook for hours on end – this simple pleasure is surely a tonic for the soul.

Keen hikers will no doubt be drawn to the nearby trails, taking you through the Catskill Mountains with the promise of spectacular vistas along the way. The town of Woodstock, made famous by the iconic 1969 music festival, is just a forty-minute drive away. Here you can load up on supplies and enjoy a hearty meal before heading back to your country retreat.

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It’s the end of the line. Beyond this chalet, there’s nothing but Minnewaska’s protected preserveland. Spend days in New York’s prime rock-climbing location, exploring the drops and cliffs of the Shawangunk Ridge, or hitting Hudson Valley’s scenic hiking trails. 

Settle back at the peaceful chalet, hidden in the trees. Perhaps light the fire pit and chill out under the maples. Inside, it’s Scandi-chic and minimalist, with a rustic stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove softening the living room. Polished wood floors and timber ceilings give it that chalet feel, and furry rugs add a touch of hygge comfort. 

You’re very much out in the forest here, so woodland critters might make an appearance at the big windows, and there’s peace and quiet all around. But should you need a little more action, it’s just a ten-minute drive to the buzzing town of New Paltz, home to farm-to-table restaurants, indie boutiques and a thriving music scene.

On the Edge of Nature

This delightful cottage, nestled in the picturesque mountains of New York State’s famous Shawangunk Ridge, is an ideal spot for a cosy country escape. As the last property before the entrance to a protected nature reserve, this home offers unmatched tranquillity and proximity to nature.

The homely interior draws inspiration from the ancient woodlands and gorgeous landscape outside. Wooden floorboards pair with bright houseplants to create an organic and breathable ambience throughout, and there is a charming fireplace set within a stone wall for added cosiness.  The exquisite evergreen kitchen has stylish bar stools that invite you to enjoy quiet, home-cooked dinners, while the plush, deluxe king-sized bed in the bedroom carries the promise of a restful night’s sleep.

The cottage's location offers the best of both worlds – you’ll be able to breathe in the fresh outdoor air on nearby Minnewaska State Park Preserve and wander through its magical trails, safe in the knowledge that all the comforts of modern living are within a fifteen-minute drive away. This is also the best place for rock-climbing and mountain biking – if you like to live dangerously! 


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Have you ever wanted your very own slice of the Catskills? Of course, you have. Well, here's ten acres of it, to be precise. And it all comes with riverside deckchairs, a six-person hot tub, dense woods, and tubes for floating down the river. It's also safe to say that from this Big Indian Victorian manor, you'll have plenty of stellar hiking and ski resorts within a thirty-minute drive. Not to mention the Peekamoose Restaurant – just one minute away for moments when you don't feel like cooking. Of course, if you want to whip up your own culinary masterpiece, you'll have your enormous kitchen opening onto the outdoor deck, for leisurely riverside dinners too. Your host – a New York-based designer – has crafted the interiors to his idiosyncratic taste, so you'll find that the thoughtful touches such as Moroccan tiles, high-end bedding and paintings by local artists offer an unforgettable experience worth writing home about. So set off on endeavours into the private forest land – there's no better place to go on an adventure amidst nature in the Big Indian wilderness than here. Plus when you're ready to curl up at the day's end, there are plenty of snuggly spots to get cosy, whether that's inside the house, where you can make the most of the endless streaming options available from Netflix, Hulu, Amazon and HBO. Or, if you'd rather spend your evenings in the great outdoors, gather around the fire pit with a cup of hot cocoa – ready to roast some smores. 

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