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Livingston Manor chalet rental - Outdoor all-year Hot Tub can hold 6, but is best enjoyed by 2 :)
Outdoor all-year Hot Tub can hold 6, but is best enjoyed by 2 :)
 
Livingston Manor chalet rental - Outdoor all-year Hot Tub can hold 6, but is best enjoyed by 2 :)

Outdoor all-year Hot Tub can hold 6, but is best enjoyed by 2 :)

Conversation area under 21' cathedral ceilings by the Fireplace and TV

Conversation area under 21' cathedral ceilings by the Fireplace and TV

Spacious living room with the view of the Kitchen, TV, Fireplace, Dining area

Spacious living room with the view of the Kitchen, TV, Fireplace, Dining area

Dining area with the view of the Conversation area and Kitchen

Dining area with the view of the Conversation area and Kitchen

The loft has a view of the living room below, perfect place to lurk :)

The loft has a view of the living room below, perfect place to lurk :)

I just like this shot... :)

I just like this shot... :)

Yeah yeah yeah, I forgot to open the curtains for this shot, there is a view :)

Yeah yeah yeah, I forgot to open the curtains for this shot, there is a view :)

3 things most watched: Fire, Water and Other People Working LOL

3 things most watched: Fire, Water and Other People Working LOL

Our latest and greatest addition: 12 person VIP theater with Leather Recliners

Our latest and greatest addition: 12 person VIP theater with Leather Recliners

82 DVD and Blue Ray titles in the library so far + HD Dish hookup.

82 DVD and Blue Ray titles in the library so far + HD Dish hookup.

I love this shot. 8 foot pool table.

I love this shot. 8 foot pool table.

Ready to get hot in the sauna? After a day of skiing, this and may be hot tub?

Ready to get hot in the sauna? After a day of skiing, this and may be hot tub?

November 28 2011, first snow. Bathhouse and the attached gazebo.

November 28 2011, first snow. Bathhouse and the attached gazebo.

Inside the Bath House with cold plunge on the left, sauna on the right.

Inside the Bath House with cold plunge on the left, sauna on the right.

Either the wolrd's smallest lap pool or Adidas makes these now.

Either the wolrd's smallest lap pool or Adidas makes these now.

Integrated plug-n-play stereo system (hook up your iPod)

Integrated plug-n-play stereo system (hook up your iPod)

This is the Beige Room, two full beds

This is the Beige Room, two full beds

This is the Green Room, it has a queen size bed.

This is the Green Room, it has a queen size bed.

This is an old picture, we have a King Size bed and 42

This is an old picture, we have a King Size bed and 42

Fire pit is great to sit around after dark

Fire pit is great to sit around after dark

View from the deck

View from the deck

Outdoor hot tub

Outdoor hot tub

Overview of the outdoor fire pit area with hot tub in the background

Overview of the outdoor fire pit area with hot tub in the background

View from the deck. This picture looks like a painting to me sometimes...

View from the deck. This picture looks like a painting to me sometimes...

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps12
  • 2 Bathrooms

Photos and Description of the Livingston Manor vacation chalet rental
3 brm, 2 bth, 5 acres, sleeps and entertains up to 12 people

This upstate new york secluded house will awaken your senses. Enjoy your own private indoor HD movie theater with VIP leather recliner seats for twelve. This Chalet is Friends and Family friendly all year round! Enjoy the privacy of your own serene five acres, hot tub (call it hottub, jacuzzi, wirlpool, high temperature bubbly jet tub thingy - it's still awesome), billiards (a.k.a. pool) and a wood burning fireplace. There is an outdoor firepit as well.

When you plan your getaway from the city, ask yourself what are you looking for in the cabin you're going to rent? This mountain paradise is only two hours away from New York City. When you are here, enjoy high speed broadband internet access with 30 mbps (thirty megabits per second).

Call it what you want, Cottage Villa Lodge Estate Bungalow Chalet or simply the House - you will LOVE it! Reserve today!

** For additional photos and information, see our own website. Click on a link below that reads 'Go to My Website'

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Livingston Manor chalet rental - Outdoor all-year Hot Tub can hold 6, but is best enjoyed by 2 :)

Outdoor all-year Hot Tub can hold 6, but is best enjoyed by 2 :)

Conversation area under 21' cathedral ceilings by the Fireplace and TV

Conversation area under 21' cathedral ceilings by the Fireplace and TV

Spacious living room with the view of the Kitchen, TV, Fireplace, Dining area

Spacious living room with the view of the Kitchen, TV, Fireplace, Dining area

Dining area with the view of the Conversation area and Kitchen

Dining area with the view of the Conversation area and Kitchen

The loft has a view of the living room below, perfect place to lurk :)

The loft has a view of the living room below, perfect place to lurk :)

I just like this shot... :)

I just like this shot... :)

Yeah yeah yeah, I forgot to open the curtains for this shot, there is a view :)

Yeah yeah yeah, I forgot to open the curtains for this shot, there is a view :)

3 things most watched: Fire, Water and Other People Working LOL

3 things most watched: Fire, Water and Other People Working LOL

Our latest and greatest addition: 12 person VIP theater with Leather Recliners

Our latest and greatest addition: 12 person VIP theater with Leather Recliners

82 DVD and Blue Ray titles in the library so far + HD Dish hookup.

82 DVD and Blue Ray titles in the library so far + HD Dish hookup.

I love this shot. 8 foot pool table.

I love this shot. 8 foot pool table.

Ready to get hot in the sauna? After a day of skiing, this and may be hot tub?

Ready to get hot in the sauna? After a day of skiing, this and may be hot tub?

November 28 2011, first snow. Bathhouse and the attached gazebo.

November 28 2011, first snow. Bathhouse and the attached gazebo.

Inside the Bath House with cold plunge on the left, sauna on the right.

Inside the Bath House with cold plunge on the left, sauna on the right.

Either the wolrd's smallest lap pool or Adidas makes these now.

Either the wolrd's smallest lap pool or Adidas makes these now.

Integrated plug-n-play stereo system (hook up your iPod)

Integrated plug-n-play stereo system (hook up your iPod)

This is the Beige Room, two full beds

This is the Beige Room, two full beds

This is the Green Room, it has a queen size bed.

This is the Green Room, it has a queen size bed.

This is an old picture, we have a King Size bed and 42

This is an old picture, we have a King Size bed and 42

Fire pit is great to sit around after dark

Fire pit is great to sit around after dark

View from the deck

View from the deck

Outdoor hot tub

Outdoor hot tub

Overview of the outdoor fire pit area with hot tub in the background

Overview of the outdoor fire pit area with hot tub in the background

View from the deck. This picture looks like a painting to me sometimes...

View from the deck. This picture looks like a painting to me sometimes...

Nearest Train : Middletown NY, Metro North at 45 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Rt. 17 at Exit 96 at 4 Miles
Nearest Beach : Mongaup pond at 5 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Robin Hood at 4 Miles
Car: necessary

The property is located at the foothills of beautiful Catskills mountains in upstate New York, about two hours from New York city. Activities include anything you can imagine. We are only 7 miles from Roscoe, the Trout Fishing Capital of the World!

Golf: There is nothing like soaking in the outdoor hot tub after a day on the course. The sauna too, can relax every tired muscle in your body, making it an unforgettable golfing vacation!

Ski: There is nothing like soaking in the outdoor hot tub on a cold winter eveneing after a day on the slopes. The sauna too, can relax every tired muscle in your body, making it an unforgettable skiing vacation!

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Changeover Day: negotiable

Rental Rates for this vacation chalet rental in Livingston Manor, New York

Additional information about rental rates

Tax Rate 13.0%
Cleaning $140

Notes

  • Please see our WEBSITE for more information.
  • We want you to have a 5 star experience when you visit our vacation house. We rely heavily on stellar reviews, and expect nothing less than a 5 star review on Homeaway.com and multiple praises on Facebook. If we fall short of your expectations, please, tell us how we can make your experience the best you ever had, and it will be our pleasure to make it so.

    We have hundreds of happy repeat customers, who visit this house every chance they get, because they know there is no other place like it!

    Please bookmark our pages and keep us in mind for future travel!
  • Price of 299 is based on Midweek occupancy, with 4 night minimum stay except for August 6 - 9, which is a 3 night availability and August 13 - 16.

    Weekend price is 1499, from Thursday night to Sunday.

    Bathhouse facility is extra 300 for all stays.

    13% tax, 140 cleaning and a refundable security deposit of 750 are extra.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation chalet rental in Livingston Manor, New York

Property Type:
  • chalet

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Meals:
  • Catering available

Floor Area:
  • 2700 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • Mountain
  • Lake

Theme:
  • Luxury
  • Spa

General:
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Internet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Mobile Phone
  • Heating
  • Firewood
  • Parking
  • Fireplace
  • Toilet Paper
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Sofa Bed
  • Parking On Street
  • Activities Guide

Kitchen:
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Pantry Items
  • Grill

Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 12 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower , Main floor bathroom
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower , Master bedroom shower and toilet

Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
  • Master Bdrm - 1 king
    Bedroom 2 - 2 double
    Bedroom 3 - 1 queen
    Loft - 1 sleep sofa /futon
    Living Room - 1 sleep sofa /futon , Queen size pullout couch
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • CD Player
  • Television
  • Pool Table
  • Stereo
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Radio
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Game Room
  • Audio Tape Player
  • Video Library

Outside:
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Wood Deck
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor Grill
  • 6 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • Events Allowed
  • children welcome

Pool / Spa:
  • Sauna
  • Whirlpool
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Jacuzzi
  • Hot Tub

Onsite Services:
  • Private Chef

Attractions:
  • forests
  • restaurants
  • autumn foliage
  • winery tours

Leisure Activities:
  • sight seeing
  • horseback riding
  • outlet shopping
  • walking
  • bird watching
  • antiquing
  • gambling casinos
  • scenic drives

Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • swimming
  • cycling
  • mountaineering
  • skiing
  • hunting small game
  • golf
  • fly fishing
  • hiking
  • tennis
  • fishing
  • freshwater fishing
  • hunting
  • rafting
  • mountain biking

Notes: Please bring your own towels, linens and pillow cases, in addition to your personal toiletries, flip flops and so on. Please read instructions provided on our website carefully. Please read and follow all safety guidelines.

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation chalet rental in Livingston Manor, New York

The Zen House
average rating of 4.3846154 based on 28 reviews
business
The Zen House
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p146361
+1 917 4340659
Livingston Manor Catskills
nyc
5

GREAT!

5 of 5
Submitted: May 28, 2009 Stayed: May 2009
I rented this house for Memorial day weekend with 6 friends and we could not have had a better time! The house was amazing and did not disappoint. The pictures and description were completely accurate and the owner was extremely helpful, accomodating and could not have made the process any easier. The ammenities this property provided really made this an amazing experience--we thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub, sauna, cold plunge, pool table, ping pong table, BBQ and large screen TV. We would definitely rent this house again and were sad to have to leave.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 10/16
business
The Zen House
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p146361
+1 917 4340659
Livingston Manor Catskills
5

Winter Wonderland Weekend

5 of 5
Submitted: February 27, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
I'd like to thank Rick for an excellent weekend. Our group has been renting a house such as this one for a ski weekend for the past 5 years and this was by far the best experience. We didn't really have many doubts prior to the weekend because of the pristine reviews and large amount of images, but even still, we were more than pleasantly surprised upon arrival. We opted for the bath house, which was an excellent way to relax after a day of skiing (we chose to travel the hour scenic ride to Belleayre Mountain. Not a bad ride and mostly back roads) and I certainly recommend doing so. The house itself has plenty of space for activities or lounging around and the bedrooms are spacious. The real selling point of the house is without a doubt the movie theater room. As many have mentioned in their reviews, the pictures don't do it justice. After the first group arrived to the house, the next people to arrive would be inevitably rushed downstairs to take in the amazement that is the movie theater. It was so great that it inspired an impromptu acapella singing competition in front of the screen with an audience looking on from the extremely comfortable seats.

As far as suggestions go, I would add shelves on two sides of the room with the pool table for placing drinks. Not only for convenience, but also to prevent people from placing their drinks on the table. Also, if possible, adding a bathroom in the basement. With the pool table and movie theater downstairs, a lot of guests will spend a lot of the time down there and not having to go upstairs for the bathroom would be more convenient.

I'd also like to mention that the supermarket in town is no more expensive beer-wise than any other suburban supermarket as previously mentioned in a review. There are pizza and Chinese places in town that are better than expected as well. Definitely use Rick's directions (making a right when you see the can't-miss group of mailboxes is really all you need to know once you get to Livingston Manor and start to proceed up the hill for a few miles).

All in all, our stay was fantastic and my two suggestions were just that, suggestions, and not really complaints because honestly no one in our group had any. We will certainly be planning a trip back to The Zen House, possibly as soon as this Summer to take more advantage of the outdoors, rather than waiting for the Winter to go back.

Thanks again Rick!
J.P.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
The Zen House
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p146361
+1 917 4340659
Livingston Manor Catskills
2

Important information on property

2 of 5
Submitted: February 12, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
This comment is for those that are narrowing their search on vacation rentals. We booked this home in the winter in December.

We could not arrive until 6pm per the owners requirements. We arrived and couldn't see the house door. There was't one light turned on inside or outside. Luckily we packed flash lights so we could enter the house.

Various light switches did not work, including the the hallway.

The house was freezing, The thermostat was set to 68 degrees. This wouldn't have been a problem, but there was a lock box over the thermostat and we were forced to adapt to the temperature the owner felt fit? The owner should take into account that everyones comfort level is different.

There isn't any grocery stores in the area, and the small grocery store we managed to find on our phone was seven miles away and closed early.

We had to drive another thirty miles to the nearest grocery store, which was Walmart for water, groceries, and firewood to warm the house, which also is not provided.

This all could've been prevented with a welcome note, and an explanation of where everything is, and how to use these items. No instructions, no labels on various remotes, and no wireless password. Everything was a figure it out situation.

The theater was amazing, but had many problems with the blue ray player, because it would freeze. This happened with two discs that were new as well. We didn't use the sauna, because we realized we didn't buy enough wood for both the fireplace and the sauna.

You must pack all toiletries, because you will only be supplied with one roll of toilet paper and one roll of paper towel. This place wasn't horrible, but should be in a different category of pricing. Between the holes in the walls and frayed and ripped carpet, price should reflected the property, but it didn't. I compiled a log and photos of damage, and i suggest everyone does the same to get your deposit back, owner will try to keep it.

The cleaning fee is a bit much, considering the price the owner is asking, and because the place was descent, but not "clean"

Closets/areas were filled with equipment and sharp tools, not child safe if you have children. A flashlight should be packed, because the power went out, and it would have been disastrous without them.

Hospitality is a business, and It seemed as though the only priority of this owner was collecting the money. If it was priced according, than most of these issues wouldn't be a concern.
Helpful votes: 11/12
business
The Zen House
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p146361
+1 917 4340659
Livingston Manor Catskills
5

A Truly Zen Experience

5 of 5
Submitted: January 9, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
This house was a dream come true for my friends and family this past Christmas. It was clean, tasteful, and cozy. The movie theater was like nothing I have seen before. It was so spacious and comfortable that some friends fell asleep there while watching a movie and did not wake up until the next day. The bedrooms were beautiful too. There was an extra rolled up mattress in the closet so it was perfect for someone who did not want to share a bed with someone else. Everything was in working condition and we had no issues whatsoever with the house. The outside area of the house was breathtaking. The outdoor hot tub was very relaxing and sanitary. The walkway from the house to the bath house was very charming. It was snowing when we stayed there and the view could not have been more charming. The bath house was probably the most enjoyed aspect of our vacation. What a gem! The little house seemed newly built, and was designed in such a beautiful manner that we girls enjoyed a luxurious spa day and took many photos in our green clay masks. The iPod system allowed as to play zen meditative music (bring your own music). The guys also spent a lot of time in the sauna after a long day of skiing. There was a wooden table in the bath house and we brought chairs from the outside to create the ultimate hang out spot. The floor was heated too and it felt really good. I am anxious to go back there again in the future and so are my friends and family members. A perfect place for any season. Thank you!!!
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
The Zen House
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p146361
+1 917 4340659
Livingston Manor Catskills
5

Perfect house for a weekend away

5 of 5
Submitted: November 28, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
My friends and family have rented plenty of houses all over but nothing compares to Ricks house in Livingston Manor. The entire trip was perfect. The pictures don't do the house justice. The movie theater was perfect for watching football on Sunday. We will defiantly be returning to the house very soon. Rick was extremely helpful and quick to respond with any questions we had. I jus want to thank Rick wince again for making the trip a all around great experience.
Helpful votes: 2/4
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