Stone Ledge is a stylish and spacious custom contemporary home in a rural setting. Open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, updated furnishings, cozy fireplace, 4 decks, fire pit and much more. This mountain sanctuary is on 20.5 acres of wilderness with beautiful valley views. Close to Plattekill Mountain and Belleayre Ski Center, wedding venues, activites and more. Stone Ledge gives you the privacy and comfort that make for a true mountain getaway. One dog considered with $200 pet fee, upon approval.
Stone Ledge was designed to emphasize the mountain views. The windows were specifically placed to experience the outdoors from inside the house. Modern, simple forms with minimal materials maintain an open environment so that family and friends are in constant contact. Passive solar energy increases efficiency naturally. The house faces mostly south and gains heat through the large windows for most of the day. At night drawing the drapes keeps the daytime heat in. In the warm months windows on all sides of the house open to let the cool mountain breeze in.
The stone ledge walls are the heart of the design; the juxtaposition of layered stone with the wood siding invokes the surrounding Catskills and abundant terrains of forests with stone fences. On sunny days the stone walls absorb heat and become warm. In the summer, even late in the evening - the wall is still warm and pleasant to sit near. In winter the snow melts around the wall.
Layout Information:
There is a Sovmiku CG6 2K Solar Security Camera at the front door facing the driveway.
Entry is through the side door. There is a half bathroom and coat closet in the entry as well as boots trays for your shoes.
The main living area is open concept with a kitchen, dining room, living room and tv room all together. Sliding doors off the dining area lead out onto the back deck where there is a BBQ grill and outdoor dining space. There are also sliding doors in the front leading out onto the expansive front porch.
Bedrooms and Sleeping Accommodations:
1. First floor bedroom with a double bed and closet. Note that the main floor has a half bathroom but not a full bathroom.
2. Second floor bedroom with bunk bed (double on the bottom, twin on the top).
3. Second floor bedroom with queen bed.
4. Second floor bedroom with queen bed and en suite.
5. Futon in second floor mezzanine will sleep one.
The property has 20.5 acres of woods to wander through. Here you will find lots of ferns, stone wall and a variety of trees. Seasonally there a lot of wild blueberries, raspberries and blackberries here and there. In late summer and early autumn there is an abundance of apples and crab apples to pick in the front yard, the deer enjoy them too! Sled down the driveway in the winter when the snow is packed or make your own trail from the porch down the hill. Warm up by the bonfire with a mug of hot cocoa.
No matter where you are on the property you are surrounded by peaceful natural beauty - the most perfect vacation spot you will find!
The designer of the home is also the owner along with her husband and two children. The owner is a commercial interior architect and founder of her own Boston area firm which specializes in colleges and universities. Her firm has worked on numerous award winning projects, most of which are certified as sustainable buildings. A few of her clients include Harvard University, MIT, Yale University, Brown University, Syracuse University and SUNY Oneonta.
Guests have full access to the home and property except for the locked owners closets.
Vacation Rental Host lives nearby and is available as needed.
Delaware County NY is the quintessential four season vacation area. Each season brings something new from skiing in the winter, fishing in the spring, hiking and festivals in the summer and fall foliage in the fall - you will never be lacking for activities.Local restaurants like the Binnekill, Brushland Eating House and the Bull and Garland offer seasonal, local ingredients that support our farmers and growers. The Andes Hotel in Andes and Russells Store in Bovina are popular meeting spots for a bite and local news - locals and vacationers alike! Area towns have a variety of interesting stores to spend time in, everything from antiques to artisanal chocolates.
Distances to popular spots:
Plattekill Ski Center: 9 miles
Belleayre Ski Center: 17 miles
Stone Tavern Farm: 9 miles
The Inn at West Settlement: 11 miles
Roxbury Barn: 8.2 miles
Maple Shade Farm: 17 miles
Cooperstown Dreams Park: 42 miles
Hunter Mountain: 39 miles
Windham Mountain: 34 miles
Come visit us and find out what all the buzz is about!
A vehicle is needed to enjoy the countryside. There is no or limited Uber or cab service in the area.
Stays 7 days or more have a $400 cleaning fee. Guests are provided with a starter supply of toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, soap, shampoo, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, laundry soap, propane, cleaning supplies. When the provided supply is gone guests should purchase what they need for the remainder of their stay.
Pets are considered. Please provide breed and age of dog. Rules apply. $200 per dog per stay one dog maximum.
The home does have TV but does not have a cable or satellite package. There is a DVD player, we do have some DVD's but please bring your favorites. There is also an Amazon Fire Stick which allows you to stream your favorites channels and apps.
Cell service in the area is limited and there is no cell service at the house. Make sure you write directions down. You can make and receive calls at the house through WiFi Calling, check your cell phones carrier settings.
Snow is likely October through April. Check the weather for this area before arrival and plan your trip accordingly. Snow plow service typically ends on secondary roads between 8PM and 5AM. The driveway is plowed and shoveled to the door, a shovel is provided so you can keep the walkway cleared during your stay. The driveway does go uphill, even if it has been plowed there may still be snow on it. If you are not familiar with driving in snow, particularly on hills, search online for tips.
Payment processing fees are non-refundable.
A FEW RULES.
Check-In and Check-Out: Plan your travel on our listed 4PM arrival and 11AM departure times. Changes in times may be available for an additional fee if possible. Please give at least 24 hours notice for requests, last minute requests may not be possible as cleaning and service schedules are planned in advance.
- We have awesome neighbors; help keep us awesome neighbors too.
- No parties. Only the number of guests on the reservation should be in the house. Let Host know of daytime guests.
- No smoking. If you must smoke, do so outdoors only and extinguish when done then put in the garbage. There will be a $500 fine for evidence of smoking inside the home.
- Dogs are considered, with approval and additional fee.
- No ATV's, snowmobiles, fireworks or firearms.
- Quiet hours 9PM to 8AM, keep outdoor noise to a minimum.
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