East Branch Nature House

Tucked into 65 private acres of forest, meadows, spring-fed water, and a year-round creek, this handcrafted Catskills home offers a deeply peaceful retreat far from neighbors and everyday noise. Once part of a heritage farm, the land retains its wild, serene character, filled with birdsong, open skies, clean mountain air, and the gentle sound of flowing water. With no homes in sight, the property offers the seclusion many travelers seek while remaining close to charming Catskills towns, trails, fishing spots, and beloved local venues.

Inside, the home is warm, comfortable, and designed with natural materials that echo its surroundings. Guests have full access to the inviting main level, including a fully equipped modern kitchen with a 5-burner gas stove, dishwasher, drip coffee maker, and cookware. The living spaces feel welcoming and relaxed, offering a cozy place to gather after days spent exploring the property or nearby rivers. Satellite Wi-Fi supports basic browsing and communication, while the simplicity of the setting encourages guests to slow down, unplug, and reconnect.

The home offers a variety of sleeping options suitable for families, couples, or groups. The primary bedroom features a queen pillow-top bed and ensuite bath, while two additional bedrooms include a queen pillow-top and a full memory-foam bed respectively, served by a shared full bath. On the lower level, a bunk room with six XL twin beds provides flexible space for kids, teens, or group travelers. Thoughtful comforts like a washer and dryer, quality cookware, and spring water ensure a smooth, home-like experience.

Outdoors, the land becomes part of your stay. Guests can enjoy miles of logging roads for walking or biking, wetlands filled with birdlife, including flycatchers, blue herons, birds of prey, and the occasional bald eagle, and a refreshing mountain spring that provides water clear enough to bottle and take home. The Cantina, a handcrafted outdoor gathering area with a bluestone fire pit and stone slab seating, is ideal for evening conversations, outdoor cooking, or simply taking in the stillness of the hills.

With fishing on nearby rivers, wedding venues like Handsome Hollow minutes away, and countless trails and scenic drives nearby, the home offers both seclusion and accessibility. Full-time local hosts are just 25 minutes away and happy to assist with questions during your stay. For guests seeking comfort, quiet, natural beauty, and a sense of connection to the land, this Catskills property offers a simple, meaningful escape.