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Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Escape to the treetop bungalow at Rainbow Ranch, nestled on 5 acres of woodland and wildflower gardens overlooking Pepacton reservoir. Unwind in the giant living room with a bluestone fireplace or step onto the sweeping sundeck for a panoramic view of the Catskill mountains. With super-fast fiber optic internet, enjoy movies on a 39' flatscreen and SLING Network TV, or play board games by candlelight.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views

Nestled high on the hill looking out over Pepacton reservoir, you'll find our treetop bungalow set in 5 acres of woodland and wildflower gardens. Travel just 2.5 hours from the George Washington bridge and leave the city far behind. Reconnect with fresh air, tranquility, and nature. This is true wilderness (but we still have super fast fiber optic internet!).

The 1,400 square foot Rainbow Ranch has two bedrooms (one king, one queen) and 1.5 bathrooms providing a spacious getaway for 4. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to make a delicious meal out of the fresh organic produce and homemade delights you find at farm stands and farmer’s markets and there's a dishwasher to ease the clean up.

Walk through the dining room to the giant living room and warm yourself at the bluestone fireplace, flanked by octagonal windows. Step through the picture window to the sweeping sundeck – nearly the size of the house again. Recline and enjoy your morning coffee listening to the birds and looking out over the lake with the Catskill mountains reaching out beyond.

If you can tear yourself away from the view, there are awesome hikes (everywhere!), swimming holes (20 mins), fly fishing on Beaverkill (30 min), fishing/kayaking on Pepacton Reservoir (5 mins), swimming at little pond (20 min), skiing at Belleayre (25 mins) and Plattekill (30 mins), Belleayre Music Festival (15 mins), legendary fall colors (everywhere!), antiques, auctions, and crafts (everywhere!). Have a Tesla /EV vehicle and want to explore the area? We have a NEMA 14-50 outlet in the parking area, just bring your charging cable and adapter.

Don't feel like roasting marshmallows around our campfire or lying in the hammock under countless stars surrounded by fireflies or forest bathing with a cocktail on our rocking chairs in the woods? Head to Andes (15 min), an upstate NYC outpost, and get big city comforts with a village vibe. Margaretville (great supermarket - 5 min), Bovina (15 min) Arkville (8 min), and Roxbury (20 min) also offer great dining options and mountain hospitality.

We’ll provide a full list of tips on activities, trails, and places to eat after booking so you can get the most out of your stay. You’ll return to the city recharged, laden with delicious produce, and planning your next trip!

We practice CDC cleaning guidelines and check in and out is contactless. It is our upmost concern that our guests, and the people that help us make Rainbow Ranch the great place it is, stay healthy and safe.

Great things we didn’t mention yet!
Campfire • croquet • tree swing • fireplace • firewood supplied • landline phone with free national calls • super fast fiber optic internet wifi • 39' flatscreen • SLING for Network TV • 100s of DVDs • speakers • Audioengine speakers • board games • cotton sheets • down comforters • hair dryer • luggage racks • pack and play • ironing board • high-powered fans • portable ACs • washing machine • dryer • dishwasher • microwave • toaster • coffee grinder drip coffee maker • kettle • cocktail shaker • BBQ • fire pit • seasonal hammock • TESLA/EV 14-50 outlet

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: We provide an ashtray for outdoor use.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

All our guests have been great. Treat our place like you would like your place treated. No hunting/guns, fireworks, ATVs.
House private but noise travels. Complaints from our neighbors will terminate stay. Use our directions to avoid turning into wrong road + disturbing.
Let us know about damage - we may waive charges for small items in thanks. If you're unhappy let us know - we can't fix issues we don't know about.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No puppie- must be potty trained. $65/ dog/ stay.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We provide an ashtray for outdoor use.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Andes, NY

What's nearby

  • Canada Falls - 6 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Belleayre Mountain Ski Center - 21 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Catskill Mountains - 24 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Plattekill Mountain - 38 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Hunter Mountain - 54 min drive - 82.7 km

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Marguerite - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Andes Hotel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Oda Wine Garden - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Inn Between Steak And Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wayside Cider Tap Room - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Catskill State Park and East Branch Delaware River. Canada Falls and Delaware & Ulster Railroad are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Tranquil Paradise With Lake And Catskill Mountain Views Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 166 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This home was amazing and spacious! The hosts went above and beyond. They responded quickly to any questions we had. We can’t wait to book here again! Outstanding views!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kinda Magical

I don't know if it was the sunny spring weather (after two weeks of rain prior to our visit...we got lucky for sure!), the well-stocked kitchen, the beautiful fireplace and big open windows looking out onto the lush landscape, the comfy pillows, or the croquet set...but we had such a perfect stay! Thank you to our hosts for making sure their home is a welcome escape for weary guests, tired and in need of healing from life's challenges. We appreciate you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy house with a great view

We enjoyed our 4-night stay at this property. We particularly loved the porch overlooking the lake, the chimney in the living room and the amount of natural sunlight that one gets in the living/dining room (there are windows and glass doors everywhere). The house is conveniently located close to Margaretville and relatively close to skiing, making it the perfect place for a ski trip or just a getaway from the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reservoir view

Very relaxing, pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We had such a lovely stay! The home was perfect! We loved the privacy of the home, nestled in the woods! The views were so beautiful, perfectly serene! The kitchen was well stocked with cooking essentials. We especially loved the fireplace which we used everyday. Thank you for such a wonderful stay, it was the getaway we really needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getawy

Off the beaten path but a great place to stay for a quick getaway. Clean with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Catskills stay

This was a picturesque, quiet spot close to lots of hiking! The house was clean and well equipped and we would happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kathie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Nice quiet getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rainbow ranch

The most peaceful weekend I’ve ever had, the view was amazing and everything is as pictured. Host was easy to contact and I had no issues my entire stay, definitely want to go again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in watershed area

Well-maintained house with everything you need, in a woodsy setting with a lovely garden. Roomy 2-bedroom, nice deck with lots of birds. Near Margaretville. We’ll be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kate c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

tranquil paradise

the most quiet , relaxing place Ive ever been, the down comforters are so nice and kitchen is well stocked to cook gourmet meal . great hiking trails near by. kaateren falls is spectacular. it was great to be able to bring the pup too. A true relaxing vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aida V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming little place.

Just what the Dr ordered a quiet week in the mountains in this little slice of heaven. Great view of the river and perfect fireplace to keep us warm at night. Everything we needed was there and wifi was excellent. Everything we cooked tasted better in this lovely Home. will be booking this place in the fall for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet home with great view

Nice quiet area. Home was just as advertised. Owners were quick to respond to all communication. Would definitely recommend to anyone joust trying to get away and relax..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lewis L., Millington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

The cabin and property were very nice. Kids enjoyed the buoy swing and fire pit for smores. The view was pretty from the deck but you will hear some cars. Inside fireplace worked like a charm. Beds and hang out areas were very comfortable and we look forward to returning one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

Charming house with a wonderful view. We got away from the city for a while and decompressed. Enjoyed the wonderful fireplace and spacious deck, early morning coffee with the sunrise. Enjoyed a full moon with a walk in the woods, something my wife and I have never done. Something we will always remember.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimilee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful winter retreat in the Catskills

My wife and I and our two dogs had a wonderful week-long stay at Rainbow Ranch. We came up from the city for a peaceful place to work and relax. The home was perfect for our plans and had everything we could possibly need including blankets and all the kitchen necessities. We had beautiful snow on the ground for our first couple of days but felt cozy inside. We loved how much sun comes in through the many windows all day long and so did the dogs (chronic sunbathers!). We will definitely be back next winter.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leesa J.

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Wonderful Stay!

The cabin was exactly what we were looking for. Spacious, clean and accommodating. Our daughter loved the swing and the views were great! The only thing I can think of to improve the stay would be trimming down the brush/trees in front of the deck for better views if the water. We will be booking again soon. Possibly a long weekend in the winter months. Thanks very much!! 5 stars across the board! Leesa,Matt and Bianca!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Belleayre Ski Trip

We planned a short overnight trip to Belleayre to ski with the family and doggo. It was great that they allows dogs too!! The house was clean and had everything we needed. One of the biggest gripes we have as travelers is cleanliness of the abode but R & H keep the house very well maintained and from start to finish we were as comfortable here as we are in our own home. The location was very peaceful and even though there are a couple houses nearby, you are really secluded. You have a great view of what I think is the east branch of the Delaware river. The other big positive is the outside areas around the house. There is a lot of open space and this fantastic deck that opens from the living room. Its wintertime so we were snookered indoors but we plan on coming back in the summer for some water activities on the river in front of the house as well as the Esopus creek and other surrounding areas. Note, as a lifelong hiker in the Catskills this place is very well situated with Slide mountain, giants ledge, Big Indian and of course Kaaterskills Falls and the Escarpments along with some of the other better trails the Catskills has to offer. But I digress, I wanted to note that deck which would be perfect for dinnertime bbqs! All in all, it was very positive experience and would recommend this place to others. Its a really quaint place and I think we will be coming back again. Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oren S.

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Very nice experience

We enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

L R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace in nature

We had a wonderful peaceful stay at this lovely house.Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

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So amazing

We travel to the area every year in the summer but decided to head up there for our kid's spring break this year. We couldn't have been happier in this home. The owner was super fast responding to any questions I had. It was perfectly located with an incredible view. We've stayed in lots of houses in the Margaretville/Andes area and this one was very special. It had a warmth and feeling of comfort that made us feel like we were home and like we'd be coming here for years. Can't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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Wonderful stay!!!

My daughter, 2 grandsons and I enjoyed this comfortable, clean house in the woods overlooking mountains and a lake. The boys said the house was "awesome". My daughter and I especially liked the comfy beds, nice pillows, and bed linens that smelled like fresh air! Everything was as described. We only wish it was warm enough to sit on the deck enjoying the beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

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Peaceful retreat

My husband and I stayed to celebrate our 9 year anniversary. We enjoyed a nice hike, then relaxed by the fire all night
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia K.

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Just like the photos

This home is just the perfect little getaway. The views are pretty great and with all the sliding glass doors you have that view inside or out on the huge deck. Its very private and quiet but close enough to restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What A Beautiful Pocket of Peace

My husband and I spent a 4 days and 3 nights at this lovely home. We spent every morning and night relaxing on the deck. The view is amazing. As city folks, it is not often we get to see animals in their natural habitats. It was precious. The home is beautifully decorated and curated with a modern day mid-century vibe. Great vintage pieces. The bed was very comfortable. The house is super clean. The people in Margretville were very nice. We are planning to come back again. If we could 5+ stars we would.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024