Cabin in Smallwood

Catskills Cutie in the heart Bethel Woods village Forest Reserve in the hamlet of Smallwood. 5.5 miles from the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts music venue where Woodstock took place in 1969. You’ll find hiking, biking trails, horseback riding, waterfalls, 5 lakes, 2 large fenced in dog fields, plenty of spots to sit back, relax and decompress from city life. I’ve put a lot of love into this cabin and will continue to add to that. It’s very beautiful, unique & peaceful here. Stay awhile. The space My cabin is small in stature but big in personality and the best use of a small space. I do want to set your expectations for a certain level of rustic. It’s a cabin in the woods. I do my best but it’s not a hotel. It’s more like staying at a friend’s home (please treat it that way). It is an open living space concept of kitchen, living area with queen bed, couch and stone fireplace. I have one small bedroom with bunk beds and a heavy curtain for privacy. Small bathroom shower only. There is a four season back porch which accommodates dining, writing and music areas (I have a keyboard, little Martin guitar, microphone, amp and a tambourine.) and a large twin daybed for another sleeping area. There is a large deck out front with a picnic table, Adirondack rocking chairs, BBQ grill and string lights. The front deck is so nice as you’re essentially living in the trees since it’s up one flight of stairs. I have a fire pit in the backyard with 4 bright red modern Adirondack chairs, another BBQ grill and more string lights. The backyard is quite large, it goes out to the main road in the neighborhood. You’re in walking distance to the neighborhood waterfalls, hiking trails, lake and fenced in dog parks. I have pretty much anything you would need regarding kitchen items. The cabin has central heating with 2 Google nest system thermostats. There is one new AC window unit and a ceiling fan (both with remote controls) which is all you would ever need in this cabin as it just doesn’t get that hot up here. My place can accommodate 4 people if you don’t mind not having privacy as there is a queen bed, bunk bed, twin daybed and a couch. 2 adults only for privacy loving folks. For a family I would say it’s fine for 2 adults and 2 children. History: The cabin was built in 1940. When I bought it in June 2023, it looked nothing like what you see today but I saw the potential. I have tried to maximize the use of a small space making it a welcoming haven for guests and myself to have a getaway. In America a red front door holds the historical significance of meaning people are welcome at the homes that host a painted door. Travellers were welcome to rest and have a meal. All are welcome here. 🌈 ☮️ 🐶 *Note: There are 2 fire extinguishers and a first aid kit in the cabinet under the kitchen sink. Under upper kitchen cabinets you will find round lights you can tap for some extra under counter light. *Note: There are cameras on the outside of the cabin front & back. They came with the house when I bought it. They are not in use. I do however have Ring cameras on the front and back exterior doors. Guest access Shared parking in front driveway. Your spot is on the left at the “Catskills Cutie” parking sign. You have the entire cabin to yourself, front deck, fire pit & back yard that goes back about an acre to another road. Right parking sign “The Betty” is for me. I live in the 1976 Argosy Airstream next door on the right side lot of the cabin. You may or may not see me during your stay. I do work a lot. But if you need anything at all I cannot solve online, I will come help you. Other things to note Coffee ☕️ you like it? I love it. I have a pour over Chemex with natural filters, French press, espresso machine, bean grinder, milk frother, cinnamon, Cuisinart 10 cup coffeemaker and lastly a one cup Keurig pod coffeemaker. There are many types of coffee beans & tea here at the moment but feel free to bring your favorite beans. 🫘 The best way to enjoy is on the deck, kicked back listening to nature and taking it all in. Things to do, outdoor activities, dining and necessities in the area: Bethel Dog Park located 9 blocks away from my cabin at: 50 Golf Park Rd. You can walk or drive there and park. You will find 2 fenced in dog parks, one for large dogs and one for small dogs and a hiking trail. The hiking trail entrance is to the left of the small dog park entrance. Bethel Forest Reserve: The waterfalls you see in some of my photos are located at the corner of Mt Lakes Rd and Mohican Trail. There are hiking trails there as well. It’s located 6 blocks from the cabin. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts music venue: Located at 200 Hurd Rd, Bethel NY. 5.5 miles away from my cabin. Check their schedule for concerts. The Woodstock museum is there with a love bus, photos, documentary film and narration about the music festival in 1969. They also do a tour of the grounds and talk about Woodstock Festival 1969. Villages that have the most sightseeing to do that border the cabin are: Bethel, Callicoon, Narrowsburg, Jeffersonville, Livingston Manor, Roscoe & Mountaindale. Groceries/Sundries: *North Branch Cider Mill Pantry Provisions ~ They most quaint farm market grocery and local goods to stock up on, kitchen ware, soaps, candles, gifts, etc. They also have Homestedt barn next door with vintage Swedish furniture for sale & home goods. *Proper To Go: Great spot to get ready made food, pasta, sauce, cheese, meat, bread, bagels, dessert etc to take home. (Narrowsburg) *Sullivan Sundries: In Jeffersonville has everything you would want in a gourmet sundries shop. All the snacks, cheese shop, coffee shop, Slug wine shop, R52 Home (Catskills Inspired Vintage & Modern Variety Store) and a sandwich shop. *DoubleD Sourdough store: 4887 NY-52 Jeffersonville *Jeffersonville Bake Shop: Super cute bakery, breakfast/lunch, coffee shop. Can also grab homemade sourdough, honey & eggs. *Diehl’s Farm Stores: Eggs, veggies, meat, honey, maple syrup, jams, dairy, cheese, pickles straight from the source. They have 2 locations around the corner from each other with different items: 623 Gabel Rd & 93 Diehl Rd, Callicoon *Smith Family Farm Store: 4399 NY-52 Jeffersonville *Main Street Farms: In Livingston Manor. Open everyday 8am-8pm. Cafe, coffee shop, breakfast, lunch, amazing grocery/gourmet/local products/sundries/snacks. *Callicoon Marketplace: Sundries shop with a bit of everything. They have bulk snacks and spices, groceries, antiques, knitting supplies, book stores & County Road Bakery a wonderful gluten free bakery. ShopRite (Monticello) for all grocery needs. Pecks Grocery in Eldred & Jeffersonville. White Lake Liquor 4 minutes down the road. Restaurants: *Bethel Market Cafe (A few miles down the road.): Great spot for breakfast/brunch/lunch/bakery items. (Bethel) *Lakeland Coastal Tavern: Raw bar, cocktails, seasonal dishes. (Bethel) *Forage & Gather (Hurleyville) Breakfast sandwiches, coffee shop/cafe, bakery items, farm eggs, ice cream, micro-greens, gifts etc. *The Dale (Super fun & hip pizza restaurant & bar in Mountaindale. They have DJ dance parties & karoake on some nights.) *Black Walnut (Beautiful restaurant in Callicoon. Need reservation.) Seminary Hill (Cider Brewey, Restaurant. Need reservation. Beautiful views.) The Eldred Preserve (Super nice. Need reservation.) Albella Italian Monticello *Jeffersonville Bake Shop *2 Queens Coffee & Cafe (Narrowsburg) *Sullivan Sundries (Jeffersonville) *Main St Farms (Livingston Manor cafe/coffee/grocery/sundries/gourmet/local products) The Spotted Cow (Roscoe) Great breakfast/brunch spot. The Junction (Roscoe) Great restaurant. Dinner only Northern Farmhouse Pasta (Roscoe) Great Italian. Dinner only. County Road Bakery Gluten Free (Callicoon) The Creek House Grill (Callicoon) The Rivers Edge (Barryville) Homestead (dinner only) Proper To Go (Narrowsburg) (Sundries & ready made food to go.) Callicoon Brewing Company Catskill Brewery (Livingston Manor) Big Eddy Brewing & BBQ (Narrowsburg) The Kaatskeller Pizza (Livingston Manor) The Western Supper Club (Callicoon) The Heron (Narrowsburg) The Laundrette (Pizza Narrowsburg) Tavern on Main (Jeffersonville) Big Kev’s BBQ 6 (Open Seasonally) Benji & Jakes Local Table & Tap Las Mananitas Mexican (Wurtsboro) Tilly’s Diner (Monticello) New Munson Diner (Liberty) Wurtsboro Diner Robin Hood Diner (Livingston Manor old school diner) Sweet Basil Thai (Liberty) Pho Hung Vietnamese Cochecton Pump House (Cochecton~Pet friendly outdoor dining & cocktails. Super beautiful fun spot. Check their site for DJ dance parties & live music.) *Seasonal Other Activities: Horseback Riding: Driftwood Ranch 3.5 miles from the cabin. Call Mona Lee to ask to schedule. Her card will be on the shelf by the cocktail set.) The app isn’t letting me put her number here. Or you can Google Driftwood Ranch for their number. Alpaca Farm: Buck Brook Farm (Roscoe) Tusten Mountain Trail hiking (13 miles away) Landers River Trips: Callicoon Lou’s Tubes: Narrowsburg Working Out/Yoga/Pilates/Spa Services: Bodies & Plants Pilates on Swan Lake (LOVE this place.) The Yoga Space Catskills in Liberty NY Mountaindale Yoga Hemlock Spa: Yoga & Spa Services The Hive Gym ($18 day passes for the gym but they also have plenty of drop in yoga classes to choose from on their schedule.) Villa Roma Gym (older but functional $6 day passes) Cunningham Family Farms: Pumpkin 🎃 Patch and hay rides from Sept-Oct 31. Skiing: Holiday Mountain ski lodge is 15 miles away in Rock Hill NY. Further away is Hunter, Wyndham and Belleayre Mountains & ski lodges. Lakes in the area for swimming, boating, canoeing, kayaking, rafting & fishing: Lake Superior, Mountain Lake, White Lake, Lake Kenoza, Lake Kauneonga & Neversink. Starlight Marina is 6.5 miles away from the cabin to rent a boat, kayak, waterskiing, swimming, fishing etc. It’s on the Swinging Bridge reservoir. Forestburgh Tavern: Check their website for drag show cabaret performances (which are sponsored by Sullivan County) and live music. Forestburgh Playhouse for plays! Tusten Theater 🎭 (Narrowsburg) Antique & Gift Shops nearby: Domestic Novelties 120 E Kenoza Pl Laughing Ladies Town & Country (Liberty) Day Trips if you are staying longer and have the time: * Woodstock: You have to go to Woodstock. :) * Palenville to see Kaaterskill Falls is a must! * Deer Mountain Inn: Beautiful inn for craft cocktails, charcuterie or dinner. (Tannersville~Need Reservation)