Hudson River & mountains; Gorgeous views. Do it all from this 3BR spacious home w living, dining room, kitchen, bath; 3 mi. from NYS Thruway; firepit at the shore fish are jumpin', beavers; eagle area. Nearby Bard College, Rhinebeck Fair Grounds, FDR, Mills &Vanderbilt Mansions, & Saugerties village. Hike to Falling Waters. Short drive: Catskill Mountains, Woodstock, Rhinebeck; tribute to mid 1900's, this home holds serenity of the era while being close to Saugerties, Woodstock, Kingston& HITS. The space Spring and Summer: During your stay, you will have sole occupancy of this single-family home brimming with vintage aesthetic charm. Enjoy this spacious, clean & comfortable home with unrivaled river view. The kitchen has a refrigerator, Mr. Coffee, microwave oven; new full electric oven and range; and enough kitchen essentials (plates, flatware, etc.) to ensure you will feel at home. Watch the river as you prepare your meals. Antique treasures thought the house. Visit nearby Saugerties Village or Woodstock for fine & casual dining and antique shopping. We are centrally located to the many of the Mid-Hudson historic sites, including the FDR Home, Mills Mansion, Olana and the Vanderbilt mansion, as well as Bard college, Vassar college and Marist college, each of which hosts a variety of activities and concerts throughout the year (please consult their site for a current listing of specific events). Other local outdoor venues along the river often host free concerts throughout the summer as well - your host will happily provide information about local going's-on during the time of your stay if you are interested. Enjoy moonlight by a campfire while listening to fish jumping in the Hudson river just steps away. ( Be sure to follow local fire regulations.) We have binoculars for observing wildlife and river traffic and a telescope for viewing the night sky. The Glasco mini park with boat and kayak launches and fishing piers is a short walk from the house. Casual hiking can be found at Falling Waters Nature Preserve, a short half-mile drive from the property, or walk the Esopus Bend creek path which is aprox. 1 mile away, as well as the Saugerties Lighthouse walk. Ask the host if you would like info on kayak rentals or boat rides. We are 3 miles from HITS (Horse Shows in the Sun) and have extra parking available to accommodate trailers or other tow-behind vehicles. Board games; and outdoor ladder-ball game; lots of yard space; free parking & indoor porch that can be used for secure bike storage. A/C in the bedrooms for your sleeping comfort, and fresh river breezes with ceiling fans will keep you cool downstairs. ____________________ GENERAL YEAR ROUND: Because of proximity to the river and the second story stairs host families with childen with the understanding that you will provide constant close adult supervision for all children at all times. If your sleeping arrangements require more than 3 beds, or you would like to book for more than f guests, please contact us about the availability of an air mattress or other similar accommodations. Please note that due to allergies we cannot accommodate animals. WINTER: Come stay with us on your way to your winter adventures. Skiing, hiking, ice-climbing, and snowshoeing are some of the many activities offered in the nearby Catskill mountains. For the hale and hearty, kayaking or ice fishing may be possible from the nearby Glasco mini-park dock. Or settle in for a cozy stay and enjoy winter views of ice flows on the Hudson River and its frozen shoreline and winter wildlife, all from the comfort of this 2BR homestead provisioned for up to 4 guests. Wifi throughout the house, with Smart TV 's (OTA/Roku/VHS bring-your-own-service only) . Enjoy a quiet evening of leisurely repose with friends/family in the living room and enjoy a title from our video library on DVD or VHS or sit around the dining table and play a game from our varied collection of board games. The kitchen is equipped with a coffee maker, microwave; new electric oven, and basic kitchen essentials if you prefer to eat-in, or for a night out, Saugerties and nearby Woodstock offer a variety of dining and night-life options or delivery from local restaurants.. Many of the Mid-Hudson area historic attractions also host a variety of indoor and outdoor holiday and winter events. We are near to the FDR Home, Mills Mansion, Olana State Historic site and the Vanderbilt mansion, as well as Bard college, Vassar college and Marist college (please consult their respective websites for a listing of their planned events). _______________________ Guest access You will have access to the front and back porches, the kitchen, the dining room and a very large living room with a piano and many books and board games all on the first floor. On the second floor are 3 bedrooms with beautiful views and a bathroom. Primary parking is on a compacted grass driveway next to the house. We have a ramp for ease of entry and exit. Entry is by a combination lock; We strive to greet all guests in person and the combination and WIFI password will be provided the day of your arrival. Please let us know your expected time of arrival. Parking for larger vehicles (trailers, RV, etc.) can be accommodated at the private fenced water-front area, less than 100 yards from the house. You will also have access to walk along the waterfront. Fishing and kayak launch is one block from the house. The third bedroom will be made available for group of 3 or more. Also the bath tub can be adapted for sit down baths and arrangements must be made at booking Other things to note For more vigorous activities kayaking is a favorite with a launch one block from the residence or gentle kayaking in the nearby creek. Hiking on nearby trails ranging from casual to rock scrambles to rock climbing. The Catskill Mountain area is home to the 3500 Club; river swimming at the Ulster County Beach and Kingston Point or the Saugerties Creek where life guards are available. Striper fishing starts in early April. And don't miss the path to the Saugerties Lighthouse. In winter Hunter mountain skiing is only 35 minutes away. Spacious ,cozy 2BR home w living, dining room, kitchen, bath; access to the Hudson riverfront w gorgeous views; Lots to do inside. Games, TV, DVD's piano, BBQ. Spacious ,cozy 2BR home w living, dining room, kitchen, bath; access to the Hudson riverfront w gorgeous views; and an exciting place to be in the winter months.