Pet-friendly chalet with hot tub, private shoreline, gameroom, coffee bar, reading nook, and cozy wood-burning stove. Nestled amongst the trees, this home offers: o Your own private shoreline with firepit, fishing rods, kayaks and paddleboat; o Hot tub overlooking the lake;    o 5.5 acres to explore with wooded trails, limestone cliffs, and winter views;    o Gameroom with ping pong, air hockey, foosball, and Xbox; and    o Proximity to waterfalls, hikes, biking & skiing. The space The Lakefront Hideaway is located in the heart of the Catskill mountains. A natural oasis, this waterfront property offers  swimming, boating, hiking, fishing, and snowshoeing right on the property. Some of our favorite aspects of the Lakefront Hideaway include... Exclusive access to the property's private lakefront shoreline. Enjoy your time at the lake by...    o Unwinding in the hammock that hangs between towering trees, surrounded by the soothing sounds of nature;    o Gathering around the crackling firepit directly on the shore, roasting marshmallows under a starlit sky;    o Relaxing on the spacious wrap-around deck, where a propane fire table keeps you warm. The endless activities available (and included) right on the property: The hot tub (new as of October 2025) overlooks the lake and is a great way to relax all year round! In addition, each season will bring new discoveries as you explore the 5.5-acre property. Autumn brings kayaking through  brightly colored foliage and smores by the campfire. In the winter, we provide snowshoes in a variety of sizes which you can use to explore the property's winding trails, limestone cliffs, and winter views of the surrounding mountains. In warmer weather, the property transforms into an aquatic haven for activity. Cool off with a swim in the refreshing waters, explore the lake in a kayak or paddleboat, cast a line for your own freshly-caught trout, or challenge your friends to a game of croquet, badminton, or volleyball on the expansive lawn. Don't worry about packing extras – we've included the following for your convenience:       o two kayaks,       o a paddleboat,       o life vests,       o fishing rods,       o badminton/volleyball net and equipment, and       o lawn games like croquet and cornhole. The game room: Unleash your inner champion in our game room, a haven for friendly competition and family fun! The game room offers: o A 6' ping pong table o Xbox X, including access to more than 25 games through Xbox Live ( o Tabletop air hockey o Tabletop foosball o Classic board games o Magnetic darts o Toggle toss o TV with access to a variety of streaming services which guests can use their accounts to access Other little delights including: o a reading nook, o a collection of Catskills-specific books from a variety of genres, o a coffee bar with a wide range of coffee, tea, and hot cocoa options, o a propane fire table on the deck overlooking the lake, o a easy-to-use snow cone machine, and o a towel warmer to keep you toasty after showers, baths, and dips in the lake. You'll be surrounded by nature, but you will also be able to access...    o Groceries, restaurants, bike trails, hikes and rivers in less than 20 minutes;    o Waterfalls at Minekill State Park and skiing, tubing, and mountain biking at Plattekill Mountain in less than 30 minutes; and    o Howe Caverns, Kaaterskill Falls, the  Zoom Flume waterpark, the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown,  and the opportunity to ski at Windham, Hunter, and Belleayre mountains in less than an hour. We also love the property's prime location for exploring the Catskills: o Walk, run, or bike the Catskill Scenic Trail as you take in the beauty of the surrounding mountains and forest (5 minute drive to entry point) o Fly fish or take a river tube down the west branch of the Delaware river (5 minute drive to an entry point) o Reach any of the Catskills’ four ski mountains in less than an hour.  Plattekill Mountain is the closest (25 minutes away). In addition to being a locals' favorite for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in the winter, the mountain offers summer activities as well, with its hiking trails, lift-accessed mountain biking, and summer concert series.  Windham and Belleayre mountains are both 45 minutes away and you can reach Hunter Mountain in less than an hour. o Explore multiple waterfalls and well-known hikes like Mount Utsayantha and Pratt Rock (all within a 30 minute drive) o View Mine Kill Falls’ 80-feet of cascading water at Mine Kill State Park, where you can also hike or mountain bike on its 8 miles of trails, use its boat launch, or enjoy the mountain views surrounding its free seasonal Olympic-sized pool. In the winter, the park also offers ice skating, sledding, and snow-shoeing, with equipment rentals on-site. (20 minutes away) o Take a subterranean boat ride or participate in a spelunking tour as you explore Howe Caverns,  a limestone cave system carved by an underground river over millions of years o Enjoy free access to  seasonal outdoor pools in Stamford (15 minutes) and Mine Kill State Park (20-25 minutes away). The Olympic-sized pool at Mine Kill State Park is accompanied by a wading pool for little ones and a diving tank for the more adventurous. o Browse books of every genre in the town of Hobart, the only "book village" east of the Mississippi River (less than 10 minutes away) o Other destinations less than an hour away include the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, Kaaterskill Falls, Ashokan Reservoir, SUNY Delhi, multiple farmers markets, and a number of breweries and cideries. Guest access You will have full access to the house and its 5.5 acres of property, with the exception of a bedroom closet and the basement. Please let us know ahead of time if you would like to use the futon in the game room as a bed. That way, we can make sure to make the bed for you before you arrive! Other things to note Driveway:The house sits at the bottom of a fairly steep driveway. When it snows, the driveway can be difficult to drive up without the proper vehicle. During the winter, we recommend 4 wheel drive and/or snow tires. If you do not have a car with 4-wheel-drive or snow tires, we recommend parking at the top of the driveway at times when there is a lot of snow. Swimming: The lake can be fantastic for swimming in the summer, but we do recommend bringing water shoes, as the colloidal clay at the bottom of the lake is very soft and stirs up quite a bit when you step into it. Pets:You are more than welcome to bring your pets. We have pets of our own and understand the joy (and convenience!) that can come with bringing them on a trip to the mountains, so we don't charge any extra fees for this. We do request that you refrain from bringing pets with any issues that could substantially damage the home (major incontinence, chewing walls, etc.) and that you ensure that your pets do not leave the yard unattended (or without being on a leash). No loud parties, please. Noise travels rapidly (and loudly) across the lake. Alexa Devices: We provide Alexa Echo Shows in 2 of the bedrooms, giving you access to time, weather, music, and a USB port. For your privacy, the microphones will be set to "mute" when you arrive. If you wish to unmute so that Alexa can "hear" you, just press the Mute/Unmute button on the top left part of the device. Exterior cameras: There are two cameras on the exterior of the home. Rest assured that we do not have any cameras inside the home, and both exterior cameras face away from the lake/deck area. We keep them as a security measure, especially for times when the home is not in use. Propane: If you would like to use the propane fire table or grill, please bring propane (and leave it outside of the house as a safety precaution). While guests are welcome to use the propane that is there and we do refill it periodically, we do not maintain a supply of extra propane at all times. Seasonal items: Certain items such as the hammock and sports net will not be available during the winter and early spring months. Gas-powered boats: This lake prohibits gas-powered boats, helping the community maintain a peaceful and nature-oriented environment. You may use electric motors in the lake, or if you have a gas-powered boat, the boat launch for the reservoir in Mine Kill State Park is just under a half an hour away. Lawn mower on Tuesdays/Wednesdays: Please note that a landscaper will come to mow the lawn every other week on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. There is nothing you need to do if/when he comes by - we just want to make sure you know ahead of time to avoid causing any alarm. Cancellation policy: We recognize that last-minute issues may come up requiring you to cancel your visit. If this a possibility, we hope you will consider purchasing travel insurance. Last minute cancellations can leave us in a bit of a lurch, with the property empty at a time when it could have been used. As such, we require 30 days notice in order for you to receive a refund upon cancellation.