Windham, New York
Discover the charms of an authentic chalet featured in INSIDER in 2022 with breathtaking views, a hot tub, working wood-burning fireplace, and central AC. Automated discount starting at 3 nights: the longer you stay, the bigger the discount! This cabin is at the heart of the Catskills, only minutes away from Windham Mountain skiing and a perfect getaway to spend cozy evenings reading by the fire, listening to the sounds of nature on the deck, or enjoying a glass of wine in the countryside!
Within a 5-minute drive, the home has access to summer and winter activities, making it the ideal blend of quiet retreat with plenty to do all year long.
This stunning Eastern White Pine Log Chalet features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a large living/dining area, and a massive covered deck with breathtaking views, providing ample space for friends and family. The house comfortably sleeps 8 people (6 adults and 2 kids).
See more of our majestic home and property by following us on IG at @BlueSpruceChalet. Please read carefully our house rules before booking. Agreement, signature within 48h, and honoring of house rules is required to confirm booking.
The house includes 2 levels of living area and a finished basement. The main living area offers a handsome 20ft cathedral ceiling, with sliding doors that open up to a 450sq ft. covered deck. The entire house includes baseboard heating and central AC throughout.
On the main level, you'll find:
- Entrance through the foyer, open to the large living/dining area
- Warm, charming living/dining space of 400sq ft. that includes a massive 20ft cathedral ceiling, a working wood-burning fireplace, a large living area that can comfortably seat 6 people, and a dining table that sits 8
- Large, covered deck featuring outdoor seating/dining as well as a gas grill that can be enjoyed year-round with stunning views of the Windham mountains and ski resort depending on the season. Patio furniture is outside only between Memorial and Labor Day.
- Fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, coffee maker, pots, pans and standard kitchen and cooking equipment
- 2 bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a double + twin bunk beds
- Full bathroom
On the upper floor, you will find:
- 2 mezzanines offering an ideal working space on one side including a monitor with possible laptop connection, and a lounge reading nook on the other side
- Master bedroom and en-suite bathroom complete with both a shower and bathtub
In the basement, the garage is not accessible for cars as it is set up as a mud room for you to comfortably gear up for ski or hiking days. A study room with minimal furniture offers a second working space with a desk and monitor, as well as access to the laundry room which includes both a washer and dryer for guest use.
There are security cameras on the property, monitoring 24/7. To respect your privacy, no cameras are inside the guest-accessible part of the house. Tampering, disconnecting, blocking visibility, or any other alteration of the security cameras' proper function is strictly prohibited and may result in loss of deposit and immediate cancellation of booking. Please let us know if you have any questions related to the security cameras.
Cars can be parked either in the large driveway, or up to 2 under the deck if you prefer to avoid inclement weather. There are steps to access each floor (including the main floor) of the house.
Snow plowing (winter): The house is located on a private road which is plowed and cleared when snow reaches ~3in. During periods of snow or ice, residual snow will be present and a 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended. No refund of any kind will be provided for inclement weather. Due to shortage of staff/resources, the snow removal company does not clear out the steps to access the main entrance door, but a broom and shovel will be easily accessible if need be and should only take seconds to clear out.
With access to summer and winter activities all within 5-minute drive, this house is the perfect blend of quiet retreat and accessible attractions all year long. Local attractions include:
• Windham (~7 mins) and Hunter (~20 mins) Mountains: skiing and mountain biking
• Snow tubing (~7 mins)
• Several golf courses (closest only 7 minutes away)
• Hiking (~5 mins)
• Town of Windham (~5 mins) and Hunter (~20 mins) - restaurants, bars, mini golf, movie theater, ice cream, gas station, convenience stores, liquor stores...
• Zoom Flume Water Park (15 mins)
• Horseback riding
• Vineyards
• Woodstock, Hudson, and other charming towns all within reasonable driving distance (~45 minutes)
The chalet is located in a private road, 5 minutes away from the Windham Mountain.
Garbage will be collected on Mondays. Our service provider will be entering the garage/mud room to collect and dispose of garbage, so do not be surprise if you see him coming in.
Lawn care (spring through fall): lawn mowing is scheduled every 2 weeks, our team will work as quickly as possible to minimize any disruption.
Smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors and will result in loss of security deposit. Additional fees may incur if odors or damages are noticed. Smoking outside is permitted but proper disposal of cigarette in the trash is required to avoid loss of security deposit.
Pets are permitted but please contact us prior to booking with pets as some breeds and sizes have restrictions due to the terms of the insurance policy.
House is professionally cleaned and sanitized between each stay. Additional cleaning services can be provided at a fee for longer stays.
We offer high speed cable internet, allowing ample broadband to download and stream on multiple devices at once (200Mb download speed). Note that upload speeds are limited to 10Mb (cable internet in the country has lower upload speeds); this is sufficient for several people to work at the same time (and be on Zoom calls), but if you require to upload significant sized files, you should expect longer upload times.
Please ensure you fully understand our cancelation policy. Even the best-laid plans can change, given the current Covid-19 pandemic and the potential for travel restrictions in some states, and the unpredictability of travel interruptions, such as, weather, family emergencies, sudden illness, natural disaster, etc., we highly recommend our guests purchase travel insurance to protect their vacation investment.
By booking, the guest agrees to sign our house rules, and pay an additional $500-1,000 deposit prior to check in (amount depending on groupe size and booking history). Booking guests acknowledge that access to property will be denied until deposit is paid in full or reservation is forfeited without refund. Payment is potentially fully refundable if all house rental rules are honored. It is your responsibility to make sure ALL guests in the group honor all House Rules.
We had the most fabulous time at the Blue Spruce Chalet. We stayed for two weeks over the holidays and everything was excellent. The house is the dreamiest log cabin in the woods - secluded yet close to downtown and the mountain. Cedric and Nathan were fantastic hosts - extremely accommodating, communicative and helpful. The house had literally everything you may possibly need - from kitchenware to linens to firewood. Everything was spotlessly clean and meticulously arranged - I can’t think of a single thing that was missing. The outdoor space was very nice as well - the spacious deck, the fire pit and the hot tub - all added to the fun. We really enjoyed our stay and we will 100% be back. Thank you Cedric and Nathan!
Property was exactly as billed and provided a wonderful romantic get away for my husband and i before the holiday madness. Warm, cozy, luxurious and everything we desired the property had to hand. From kitchen equipment to the self titled most comfortable sofa on VRBO! Thank you Cedric!
it was nice and quiet,still close to what we needed,all it said it would be
First, cannot say enough wonderful things about Cedric as a host. Prompt responses and just a very easygoing manner. Such a pleasure. Secondly, the house was just perfect for our first ever planned Milo (our dog) Vacation. So much appreciated that Cedric does not discriminate against larger breeds (which is all I have ever owned and are just perfect house guests). The house was so comfy and every room fulfilled a perfect need. From the garage area/mudroom, the fabulous front entrance bench area, the wonderful round dining table and the massive covered deck, the wonderful dish, glassware and flatware and even dog bowls and beds: the house was truly perfect. The area where it is (private road with few houses) made walking our dog a breeze and being minutes to downtown Windham made the location just so convenient. My husband, my dog and family felt so relaxed there. The best house coupled with the best host made our stay completely magical. We will look to return!!! Thank you Cedric!
Everything you need is here. A fantastic kitchen with any tool or dishware you might need. Everything is organized and well-cared for. No complaints. This is a great choice for anyone looking for a nice place to stay (and willing to keep it nice).
Great home and gracious host that prepared for all our needs. He was also responsive to our inquiries. The deck and fire pit created great gathering spots for us to re connect. It was the perfect Mountain house and still close to town. We will certainly be back.
We had the best long weekend here! The home was beautiful and had tons of space. We skied at Windham, which was right down the road. Heated mudroom was very nice to leave ski gear. Can't say enough good things. Will definitely be back.
We had a great stay. We highly recommend this home. The owner was really responsive and generous. We will rent this property again. Thank You!
My husband, in-laws and myself spent the weekend at this beautiful cabin. It felt like a mini hotel inside. Everything was clean and beautiful! Communication with the owner was easy, seamless and very pleasant! In addition to the beautiful interior, the porch is where we spent most of our time! The pictures provided online are exactly what you will find when you arrive. It was a magical weekend and we cannot WAIT to go back.
We absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful and cozy chalet. It is located in a picturesque winter wonderland with beautiful trees, snow covered grounds, and deers prancing around. Windham villlage and the slopes were just a few minutes away. The interior was exactly as pictured. We loved the cathedral ceilings & fireplace and enjoyed our evenings relaxing by the fire with the softest throws. The house was very well appointed, with impressive attention to all details. We appreciated the great cookware, bakeware, nice knives, dishes and glassware. The Weber BBQ worked great even though it was barely 10 degrees outside. The whole family also enjoyed long after- ski soaks in the big jacuzzi tub in the master bath. The owner was exceptionally responsive and accommodating. We very much look forward to staying here again in the future.
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