QUICK NOTES:
Large, newly renovated, stylish home with hot tub for adult groups (ages 28+)and their children (see full description below.) 11 minutes from Bethel Woods, the original Woodstock site. Dogs may be allowed with prior approval (read full rules before booking.)
THE SPACE:
The is a sprawling ranch with 3600 sq ft all on one level. There's lots of open space to gather both inside and out so you will never feel cramped. The living room is 25x25 feet. The dining room is open to the living room and is 12x25 feet with dining for 18. The house has been newly renovated so everything is fresh and modern including bathrooms, kitchen, furniture, flooring, bedding, etc. It sits on 20 private acres, half of which are across the street as private wooded space. We are surrounded by hundreds of acres of neighboring farmland with no neighbors in sight, only a few abandoned farmhouses and two buildings in the distance that used to be part of a commercial chicken farm. The silence in the evening is deafening.
INCLUDED:
Linens, towels, pool towels (for the hot tub), kitchen utensils, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, a decent start of paper towels and toilet paper, cooking spices.....
THE STYLE:
Modern style blended with a 60s flair is the theme for the decor in this custom built 1965 house. Some original treasures have been preserved and incorporated into the decor and used as inspiration for the design. The bright funky colors are favorites of the 60s era and make the space feel fun and cheery. The new furniture is modern in design.
OUTSIDE:
Step outside the French doors onto the 12'x35' deck with a picnic table and seating. Three steps down is the 25'x25' patio with the year round hot tub, gas grill and firepit. The hot tub is emptied and refilled regularly and professionally maintained. There are no close neighboring houses and only an occasional car drives by. The silence is deafening. During the summer you might hear distant music from the summer camp a mile up the road but it is not bothersome. Look out onto the open fields where nature abounds. We have seen many deer, groundhogs, chipmunks, many species of birds, harmless garter snakes and on rare occasions black bears. 20 total acres surrounded by 100s of neighboring acreage. Take a walk around the block where you will get some nice distant mountain views.
THE LOCATION:
The house is deeper into Swan Lake towards the northern part which is more secluded with a lot of farmland.
ABOUT THE HOST:
I have been hosting for over 7 years with Superhost status on the other vacation rental site. See reviews for this house by doing an internet search for Modern Retro Ranch. You will feel confident after you read my reviews. I absolutely love hosting and will do everything possible to make your stay 5 stars and the best it can be. I renovate and design old tired homes and The Modern Retro Ranch is one of those homes that had good bones but needed some updating. It brings me great joy to be able to share it with others to make their vacation truly special.
WIFI:
This house has FAST WIFI so you can work, stream or Zoom. The sunroom can be closed off from the main house via sliding doors for privacy if you need to take a phone call or Zoom for work or school.
RULES: Mature groups 28+ and their children only. NO wild bachelor parties, proms, college groups, keg parties etc. Dogs need pre-approval BEFORE you book. Low-shedding breeds only will be accepted. Dogs must be housebroken. 3 dogs max. No cats or other pets allowed.
NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
-Bethel woods is the site of the original Woodstock music festival held August 15-18 1969. Visit the museum or attend one of the many great music events that are held here. 11 minute drive from The Modern Retro Ranch.
-Lander's River Trips: Raft, kayak, kanoe or tube down the Delaware River. Multiple launch sites. 2020 prices: tubing is $12-$28 depending on distance, boats are $42 for adults, and $21 for kids.
-Holiday Mountain Ski and Fun: Summer: arcades, go-karts, batting cages, rock climbing wall, mechanical bull, bungee trampoline and more. Winter: snow tubing, 6 skiing trails (green, blue and black), great beginner's lessons. 25 minute drive from the house.
-Starlight Arena: You can rent speedboats, pontoon boats and kayaks right on the beautiful Swinging Bridge Reservoir. They rent by the hour or by the day. 20 minutes drive from The Modern Retro Ranch.
-Catskill Distilling Company at the Dancing Cat Saloon: Distillery and bar. Outdoor seating, sculptures, food and occasional live music. Great rye and whisky. They sometimes have large bonfires. Call first if you want to schedule a tour of the distillery. Across from Bethel Woods Performing Arts Center. 17 minutes drive from the Lakehouse. 10 minute drive from the house.
-Resorts World Casino: Slots, poker, table games and more at this brand new facility. 27 minute drive.
-Lake Superior Park: 1,410-acre state park located on a small lake called Lake Superior. Has a sandy beach with a boat launch. Great for swimming, picnicking, fishing and taking in the nature views. 12 minute drive from the house.
-Hiking: Walnut Mountain Park 14 minute drive, Forest Reserve at Smallwood 14 minute drive, Tusten Mountain Trail 25 minute drive, Neversink Gorge trails 30 minute drive.
