Watson House 1850
West Shokan, Ulster County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Watson House 1850 1850 Watson House near the Catskill high peaks, with the beautiful sound of the nearby Bushkill Creek. Spacious, clean, peaceful. Fast reliable WIFI. Big stone fireplace. Two roomy bedrooms, screened porch, and a picket-fenced yard. AC, fire pit with adirondack chairs. A comfortable mix of art and wooden mid-century minimalism. The house is in a beautiful natural area while a sho...
Watson House 1850 1850 Watson House near the Catskill high peaks, with the beautiful sound of the nearby Bushkill Creek. Spacious, clean, peaceful. Fast reliable WIFI. Big stone fireplace. Two roomy bedrooms, screened porch, and a picket-fenced yard. AC, fire pit with adirondack chairs. A comfortable mix of art and wooden mid-century minimalism. The house is in a beautiful natural area while a short drive to town, restaurants, farm stands. Favorite summer spot – the sunroom with french doors open to the garden.Watson House has a TV for streaming, living room, sunroom, a well-equipped kitchen, two bedrooms, full bathroom with tub, half bathroom, stone front porch, an herb and flower garden, picket-fenced yard with fire pit and adirondack chairs. Watson House is a mix of old and new. We restored the original wavy glass windows, exposed the ceiling beams and removed walls to create an open airy space. We have a paperback library if you’ve forgotten a book.Watson House is in a row of houses, far from the madding crowds in Woodstock, while close to Boiceville Market for groceries, Migliorelli Farm stand, Bread Alone Bakery, The Pines, Phoenicia Diner, Country Inn, Woodstock Brewing and a liquor store (all about 10 minutes away). Lots more in Woodstock, 25 minutes. The Kanape hiking trail, swimming holes, the Ashokan Reservoir Promenade, Ashokan Rail Trail and fly-fishing on the Esopus Creek are within 5-10 minutes.Watson House is one of three entirely separate buildings on our large property along Watson Hollow Rd. Each has its own entirely separate outdoor space, driveway and yard. Watson House is close to the house next door, and the buildings are visible from each other. All houses are for quiet use by small groups or couples. While the houses are close to each other, all of the spaces described above are for the exclusive use of Watson House guests. There is respect for privacy here. The creek area is shared between the houses.15 minutes to Phoenicia and 25 minutes to High Falls and Stone Ridge. 35 minutes to Hunter and 30 to Belleayre skiing.Guests have the house to themselves. Most closets and one of the three bedrooms is kept locked.We host an absolute maximum of 4 guests. Please count everyone in that number, including infants.We allow one dog with a $75 pet fee. No puppies, dogs under 2 years, cats, or other pets.We happily welcome all responsible, happy, independent guests, and especially want to be sure that people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, races, ages and religions feel welcome.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Emergency exit route
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- River
- Mountain
- Rural
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee grinder
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Toaster
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Up to 23 kg per pet
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- On a river
- In the mountains
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Recycling
- Garden
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- FIREPLACE / WOODSTOVE No wood stove use is permitted. The stone fireplace is available for guest use after a quick tutorial. Small fires only. : FIREPLACE / WOODSTOVE No wood stove use is permitted. The stone fireplace is available for guest use after a quick tutorial. Small fires only.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
West Shokan
Located in West Shokan, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mount Tremper Arts and Empire State Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Brown's Station and Overlook Mountain Trailhead. Woodstock Music Shop 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.
Nearby locations
- Catskill Mountains 6 min walk
- Emerson Place Kaleidoscope 14 min drive
- Overlook Mountain Trailhead 33 min drive
- Hunter Mountain 39 min drive
- Giant Ledge Trailhead 40 min drive
Getting around
- Rhinecliff Station 47 min drive
Restaurants
- Olive's Country Store & Cafe 15 min drive
- Tetta's Market 19 min drive
- Snyder's Tavern 4 min drive
- Bread Alone 10 min drive
- World's Largest Kaleidoscope 14 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Watson House 1850 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
What time is check-in at Watson House 1850?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Watson House 1850?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Watson House 1850 located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Catskill Mountains and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Olive Free Library. Esopus Creek and Mount Tremper Arts are also within 9 miles (15 km).