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Western Catskills Paradise - Four-Season Mountaintop Retreat

Immerse yourself in tranquility with stargazing nights around the campfire ring and morning serenades by melodic birds. Let your inner child out while frolicking with kids in/on our pond.

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Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Western Catskills Paradise - Four-Season Mountaintop Retreat

Serenity… Tranquility… Peace… slow down the pace and enjoy the canvas surrounding you.
What do you need? A Romantic getaway?... Family bonding time?... Painter’s paradise?... Writer’s retreat?... Spiritual or Youth Group retreat?... Large family reunion spot?... Home-Base camp for Youth baseball Tournaments at All-Star village and Dreams Park?

Our 'slice of Paradise' will accommodate all ages and interests!

Perfect location for Outdoor sporting adventure or Motorcycle touring “base camp”!
Midpoint between road trip destinations such as the nearby Finger Lakes Region, Syracuse, Niagara Falls, and Canada!
Convenient Home base for day trips to Cooperstown, Howe Caverns, local car shows, county fairs, state parks, antiquing, canoeing/kayaking the nearby Susquehanna River (General Clinton Regatta,) or fishing the nearby rivers & lakes.
Whether you are a couple, family of four, a large group, or have multiple grandkids with you, there is plenty of room to spread out!

This magnificent custom-built log home on 16 private acres of open meadow and woodland boasts a breathtaking view of the mountains and patchwork of distant farms that will steal your heart away.
Enjoy a commanding panoramic view just beyond our private pond from the outdoor deck, or indoors from the floor-to-ceiling windows of the spacious cathedral-style living room or choose the breezy solarium.
Let your inner child out while frolicking with the kids in/on the pond that’s big enough for a row boat, kayaks, or tubes. Swim off the dock and catch frogs between the cattails.
Set up your art easel or just relax on the two large outdoor decks.
Breathe in the crisp mountain air while taking a casual stroll around our beautiful meadows.Bird watch, or hike in the woods.

Simply curl up with a book or a fun family game beside the enchanting soapstone wood-burning stove. Challenge your family to a ping-pong tournament on our championship quality table or a game of darts.
Treat the kids to ice cream and an old fashioned double-feature movie at one of the last remaining drive-in movies in the country! Local shops, farmer's market, supermarket, and chain department store are convenient for groceries or forgotten supplies. Nearby restaurants, pubs, or diner are great for nights you aren't up for cooking in our well-equipped kitchen or barbecuing on the grill.
Bring your S'More-making kit for those tranquil nights stargazing at the Milky Way around the campfire ring. Pop up some tents for the grandkids to ‘rough it.’ You'll be serenaded by the crickets and bullfrogs, and guaranteed to sleep like a baby! You'll awaken to the melodic birds with a renewed appreciation for your family, your blessings, and creation. Deer grazing on the hill and wild turkeys crossing the meadow reward the early riser! It's a photographer's must!
Stay active or simply relax and do nothing. Time stands still and the rest of the world seems worlds away. So come make our home yours for a short stay or a long vacation.

Property manager

Don and Karen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: Subject to approval. Contact Host to discuss.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great place for the kids!

Important information

You need to know

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
Note from host: Small family-type gatherings are allowed.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Bainbridge, NY

What's nearby

  • West Branch Delaware River - 26 min drive
  • Animal Adventure Park - 33 min drive
  • Cooperstown All Star Village Fields - 34 min drive
  • State University of New York-Oneonta - 38 min drive
  • Binghamton University - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Binghamton, NY (BGM-Greater Binghamton) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Roasted Coffee House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The River Club Of Afton - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪China City Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Western Catskills Paradise - Four-Season Mountaintop Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Western Catskills Paradise - Four-Season Mountaintop Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Western Catskills Paradise - Four-Season Mountaintop Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Western Catskills Paradise - Four-Season Mountaintop Retreat located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Keith Clark Park, Susquehanna River and Big Four Bridge. Tri-town Regional Hospital and Sidney Memorial Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Western Catskills Paradise - Four-Season Mountaintop Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

Christmas in Bainbridge
We always enjoy our stay here. We’ll be back in the summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

Spacious and peaceful family retreat
Our family had a lovely time at the property. Karen and Don are responsive hosts and very lovely people. The grandkids did not want to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

Best VRBO rental
We love staying here. I think this was our third stay and we will be back. Our 3 grandsons love the pond and the pedal boat was an added bonus for us. We never left the property except to bring the boys home (5 minutes away, another bonus for us). So peaceful with room to explore inside and out. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S., Atlanta, USA

Beautiful Setting
We celebrated milestone birthdays with family. The property accommodates a large group very well. The pond provided a gorgeous backdrop for photography. We only had a small group staying there. It was very clean. Sharing of bathrooms could be a challenge for a larger group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

3rd time
Class reunion weekend friends. Third year of 8 friends getting together in a private setting with beautiful views. Looking forward to next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Wonderful Large Family Gathering
This wonderful property offered sufficient space, furniture and seating areas to allow our large blended family to gather for our Christmas holiday. Well appointed, sufficiently stocked and everything so well=labeled made it easy to just start enjoying each other's company. Don and Karen were great with their flexibility, responsiveness and generosity. The central location allowed some family members to stay at the house with the family members nearby being able to come for a few hours during the day. With our large family it is wonderful that we could get everyone in one place. We had such a nice time we decided to stay one more day and Don and Karen made that easy too. We hope to be able to enjoy this house and property again. Thanks for a wonderful holiday gathering spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Desiree D.

Good place just need some touch ups on broken things
Our experience was great there was alot of room for the kids and our dogs to play. We did have a problem with putting all our food in the fridge due to the shelves being broken and duck taped together the bottom didn't have any of the draws so we couldn't put anything on the bottom shelf. Some of the door handles where loose and had to be tightened. I would rent this house again because it's in a great location and alot of room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

Family Visit
Beautiful home, surrounded by beautiful green rolling hills. Owners reached out when I enquired about wheelchair access. Changed a door to ensure bathroom access. Home was large enough for my family to have supper every night we were there together. I was there visiting my parents from Georgia. The amenities were all we expected. Grandson borrowed a fishing rod and caught a few small bass and he had a blast! Every morning we were greeted by deer and Turkey. There were even reports of bear in the neighborhood. We spent a day at East Sidney Dam boating, tubing and swimming. My only complaint is I could not stay longer! Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Galina S.

Breath Taking.
Amazing place. A true getaway. Anyone who is inundated with the daily hustle and bustle this is the place to relax. Not a party place! A place to relax, family get together. This is a lovely home with lovely owners who chose to share their home with people who will appreciate it. Sadly some come and disrespect their home which is just sad because this place is truly magical. The pictures don't do justice. Wonderful for small kids to explore, fish, Chase frogs and salamanders.. Space to run and play. Wish there were lawn chairs to lay and tan on-- but one can always lay a blanket out. The home is stocked with everything you will need. We will definitely return. Don and Karen lovely people who are attentive and gracious. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Steven W. M.

Liked: Communication
Not Bad, but Could Use Improvements
My group of two families with small children spent our New Year vacation at the Bainbridge house. There were some aspects of the property that could use improvement. Almost all of the furniture and carpeting in the main areas of the house was very worn and in need of replacement. Communication at times was poor. Don and Karen responded to some messages I sent, but not others. Often a follow-up message would have to be sent days later to prompt a response. Don was, however, prompt at answering the phone and returning calls. Finally, we initially booked the property with the expectation of bringing a cat. Our cat died some weeks before we traveled to the property, and I asked Don if he would mind refunding the Pet Fee. I never received a response to that message. Overall, we had a nice stay at the property and hope this feedback is useful in improving the experience for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

GARY P.

Family Vacation
Great place to relax and spend time with family. Lots of space and very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Lifelong Friends
Our 4th year at this wonderful house has been a time of friendship, laughter and music. We will keep coming back as long as we possibly can. Thanks Don for getting back to us on the code dilemma. It will provide another laugh filled story to be told over and over for years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos G.

Reunion #34
Nice stay, clean, nice yard. Great if you just want to get away and relax, ie. do nothing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia S.

Perfection
This house was amazing and very great place to stay! So much to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Ontario Oregon

Perfection
So easy to rent. Perfect location with beautiful scenery and accommodations. This is a place to return to again and again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Theresa L.

Love this house!
This was our 2nd stay and we’ll looking forward to coming back. Unfortunately, the guests staying there right before us broke and sunk the paddle boat but we enjoyed the pond immensely.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Family Gathering
This property was beautifully scenic and relaxing while providing outdoor space for games, as long as one compensated for the incline, which for us, made it more fun! We sang around the campfire and made s'mores. Ping pong tournaments were so much fun! Tad poles and frogs in the pond were appreciated especially by the younger children.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hircania E.

Fun and Calm stay
Perfect location to relax, enjoy nature and clean air and cuddle with your love ones. Property was very clean, everything was label so it was easy to find items and re locate them. even though we got an unplan rainy day kids found a lot of games to play and entertain themselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

Enjoyable holiday mountain stay.
We came to celebrate Christmas with our grandsons who moved to Bainbridge in 2019. The house was beautifully decorated and warm and welcoming. Booking a summer weekend stay soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Dana P.

Quiet getaway, Great for families
My family and I stayed here for several days while attending my sisters wedding. It had previously been scheduled the year before, but Covid…! The owners were incredibly accommodating and right our communication, allowing us to change our stay to this year. Our only wish is that it had one more bathroom! The property itself was beautiful and private. We had a lot of fun on the paddleboat! Great surprise addition.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

Idyllic Views & Location
The only thing that could have improved our stay at 3 Ponds Retreat was more time there. The amenities inside and out are extensive. Housekeepers do an amazing job maintaining the house between visitors. It was hard to believe that anyone had stayed in the house all season, let alone just hours before we arrived. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Ontario Oregon

Felt like home.
A weekend never be forgotten. Despite serious rain we had everything we could have asked for to make our stay comfortable. By the end of our first day it was decided that we would be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

john m.

House, View and Location - Great
If secluded / private is what you are looking for - this is it

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E.

Beautiful view
We had a wonderful time enjoying the great this great property.

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Nice house in a very quiet location with a great lawn and pond
Nice location, isolated and peaceful stay. Enjoyed the large porch. The pond was nice and was large enough to float around in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020