Private Getaway with Amazing Mountain Views! Great for couples, writers, friends

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Private Getaway with Majestic Mountain Views

6 person hot tub on back deck of main house

Queen size bed set as day bed for lounging after a day of outdoor activity

Table and Chairs to enjoy outdoor meals when weather permits

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 346.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Parking available
Laundry
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

New Paltz, NY

Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
‪5 min drive‬
State University of New York-New Paltz
‪7 min drive‬
Mohonk Lake
‪24 min drive‬
Montgomery, NY (MGJ-Orange County)
‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

New studio apartment with queen size bed, beautiful bathroom, open concept kitchen, and 24' deck with grill, Adirondack chairs, and a table with umbrella overlooking the majestic Shawangunk Mountains. Whether you are active and are looking for a place to hike or want to take a lover's tour through the hudson valley wineries, our studio awaits you in lovely New Paltz. Only 90 miles from New York City and in the most beautiful area our state has to offer. Come and see for yourself! We are five minutes to town, great trails, wineries, restaurants, and pubs. Please note only verified travelers through vrbo/home away will be accepted.

Property manager

Franky and Jenny Pérez

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Laundry

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Sorry no pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If smoking outside on deck please keep door closed

Code to enter is the last four numbers of your phone number listed on the ap

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Paltz

Located in New Paltz, this apartment is in a rural area. Testimonial Gateway and Historic Huguenot Street are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include McCann Ice Arena and Mid-Hudson Civic Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Loren Campbell Memorial Field or McCann Arena. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.

New Paltz, NY

What's nearby

Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
Robibero Winery - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
State University of New York-New Paltz - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
Mohonk Golf Course - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
Mohonk Lake - 24 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

Poughkeepsie Station - 34 min drive
Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
‪Hasbrouck Dining Hall - ‬9 min drive
‪Main Dining Room - Mohonk Mountain House - ‬19 min drive
‪Clay at Wildflower Farms - ‬4 min drive
‪Mc Gillicuddy's Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Getaway with Amazing Mountain Views! Great for couples, writers, friends have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private Getaway with Amazing Mountain Views! Great for couples, writers, friends pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Getaway with Amazing Mountain Views! Great for couples, writers, friends?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Getaway with Amazing Mountain Views! Great for couples, writers, friends?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Getaway with Amazing Mountain Views! Great for couples, writers, friends located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center, Robibero Winery and Minnewaska State Park. Testimonial Gateway is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice F.

4 September 2024

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

Lovely stay

My spouse and I had a lovely stay. The hosts were very communicative and friendly. The house was cozy and had a balcony overlooking trees, and the backyard was spacious and had places to sit and relax. The pool and hot tub were amazing too we swam everyday!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sindee w.

28 October 2024

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

Cozy studio in New Paltz

This sweet studio is located above a garage—perfect for a single or couple. It is near hiking, biking, and eateries. Spotless, well equipped. Enjoyed my stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla E.

29 September 2024

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

Perfect peaceful getaway

Jenny and Franky were incredibly sweet, responded very quickly to any questions. Very very accommodating towards us. Very clean, peaceful and cozy property. Stayed for two nights after our wedding for a little private time. They left us a bottle of champagne in the fridge which was very very nice of them! Would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

18 February 2025

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

Great spot, lovely hosts

My wife and I loved the apartment and hot tub! Frankie and Jenny were the perfect hosts, available when we needed, but invisible otherwise. The space is sunny and brights, above a converted garage. The appliances were all new but the vibe was very cozy and well organized. We are both middle aged and cranky sleepers, but the bed was firm and the area remarkably quiet. The hot tub is a short walk to the back of the main house but the hosts had their shades drawn for our privacy. The drive to New Paltz is under 10 minutes, and Kingston and Rosedale were a bit further but great outings. 5/5 stars across the board, will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

25 November 2020

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

Never Disappoints!

This is the third stay and we discover more reasons to come back every time. Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle F.

1 July 2021

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

Getaway

The property is in a great location, close to town and the mountains. The property manager was very helpful and prompt in getting back to me with any questions.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

10 June 2021

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

convenient, comfortable, quiet, clean location and friendly hosts

Great location for heading into New Paltz for dinner and for heading to Minnewaska or Mohonk for hiking. Nice deck for sunset views or star gazing after sundown. Franky and Jenny are great hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

4 February 2021

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

Great Location...Perfect Getaway

We live just a few hours from the rental property and just needed to get away from it all for a few days. The property was perfect for our needs! Cozy, warm, quiet, and comfortable. Frank and Jenny were great hosts- contacted us on arrival to make sure everything was okay and to see if we needed anything. The cottage is in a quiet area surrounded by beautiful homes and properties and worth a walk down the main road. It is also just a few miles from some amazing local food and drink spots. We are looking forward to returning during some warmer weather in the future and further explore the area. We highly recommend both the property and its location for a couple looking to get away for a few days or a long weekend!

10/10 Excellent

Wayne Y.

30 December 2020

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

My review.

Very nice place!! The owner's were very friendly!! Would go back again..

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Grace D.

21 September 2020

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

Peaceful country retreat

We really enjoyed staying at Gunksview. Well appointed studio space, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Very clean. We especially enjoyed the deck. Owner is very friendly and knowledgeable about New Paltz. We plan to stay again if we are in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

13 August 2020

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

Quiet Getaway

My kids and I enjoyed our stay. The pool was refreshing and the house was perfect. We also loved hiking at the nearby Mohonk Preserve and checking out New Paltz.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

28 July 2020

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

Beautiful in every way

our stay at Franky and Jen’s place was perfect. The studio was well appointed and immaculate. The house is near Mohonk and Minnewaska State Park. Their property is beautiful and we enjoyed bird watching from the deck. The salt water pool was refreshing the land surrounding was simply beautiful. The plus is that it is also near to the center of New Paltz with good food options and anything else you need. Our hosts were lovely and had great recommendations for both outdoor adventures and food. We hope to come back again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nathasha P.

22 July 2020

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

Birthday Mountain View

We were very pleased during our stay. The studio space was exactly as shown. We had everything we needed for a birthday getaway. The property manager is blessed with very friendly chickens that we met on the first day. And the salt water pool was amazing. Thanks for a quiet enjoyable stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo M.

12 July 2020

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

Amazing place!

Property is amazing. Franky and Jen are great!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

John S.

3 July 2020

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

Home away from home

We wanted to get away from the city and come to a place surrounded by flora and fauna. Chipmunks, and bunnies, and deer, oh my! We got to feed the chickens and enjoy their fresh eggs for breakfast. There was a huge yard to play in, a pool, a garden and swing set perfect for our little one. The town was a ten minute drive away but if you wanted to take long walks along the road there were trees and lakes and mountain views. Our hosts Jenny and Franky were totally awesome, and friendly, just like their big golden lab Guapo. We can’t wait to come back ASAP!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim M., Bronx, NY, USA

14 June 2020

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

Idyllic retreat

A very well designed and private space, kept in immaculate condition, in a pristine setting. Very kind owners - who also know that some folks need and want quiet and privacy in their rental retreats from hectic and stressed lives. Will definitely go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

4 March 2019

Great location, quiet, adorable

Second stay here, enjoyed it immensely. Small, quiet, in a beautiful setting, perfect little get away and close by park for outdoor recreation.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

26 August 2018

Totally awesome!

I almost don't want to give away the secret of this sweet hideaway. It's a clean, efficient upstairs unit with a kitchen, comfy bed and other seating, nice TV (Netflix, etc.), and deck with chairs and BBQ. The owners provided us with fresh eggs (so delicious), milk, granola, yogurt, and fresh tomatoes from the garden. We met the chickens in the back yard, rode bikes on the quiet street, saw deer. It's close to the town and to hiking, plus Jennifer gave us info on where to hike, eat, and raincoats for when it rained. There's a pool and a wonderful outdoor shower. Our hosts couldn't be nicer. We'll be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

12 July 2018

Lovely Place in a Great Location

We really enjoyed our stay at this little gem in New Paltz. The location is great for visiting New Paltz and the surrounding area. We view this cottage as an excellent alternative to staying in a hotel and with very fair pricing. The house was very clean and Franky was incredibly responsive and welcoming. We'd recommend this place to anyone desiring to visit New Paltz.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

13 October 2017

Great space with welcoming owners.

My daughter and I really enjoyed our stay here. Jenny was friendly and welcoming and offered us much needed expertise about hiking in the area. The studio is comfortable and has all of the amenities you need. The availability of fresh eggs and tomatoes is an added bonus! Add in the beautiful scenery and hiking trails, as well as the lovely Robibero Winery and I can’t say enough good things about our experience!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

15 September 2017

Perfect weekend stay!!

It was the perfect spot for a weekend getaway. Franky and jenny were beyond hospitable!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David R.

7 August 2017

Exceptional Mountainside Retreat

This lovely studio with an expansive outdoor deck provides a perfect mountainside retreat, whether you are hiker, climber or couch potato. It is located on an idyllic property that sits in the shadow of the cliffs known as the Gunks. The studio is charmingly decorated and includes many lovely touches, as well as offering a supply of personal items, such as toiletries. that you may have neglected to bring with you. The owners, Jenny and Frankie, were extremely warm and inviting and are knowledgeable guides of the surrounding environs. The daily supply of fresh eggs from the free range chickens on the property, as well as Jenny's delicious baked goods, added an additional highlight to a very memorable stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

George D., Red Hook, NY

7 August 2017

Fantastic time with friendly owners

My girlfriend and I had an excellent time staying at this cozy suite for a long weekend. Franky and Jenny were great, and the fresh eggs and vegetables they gave us are some of the best I've ever had. They also provided us both with passes to the Mohonk Preserve which we used for hikes along the Gunks. As a property manager that has been running a vacation rental for 3 years, I am truly impressed with the level of hospitality and attention to detail that Franky and Jenny provide their guests. My only regret is I couldnt have stayed longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

15 December 2016

Exceeded expectations!

It is so fun when you experience something where everything about it was so far above and beyond what would be acceptable! This cozy getaway is lovely. Jenny is a born nurturer and many 5 star hotels could take some lessons from her :-). The fresh eggs were beyond anything I've ever experienced in civilized western society - my son who doesn't even eat eggs couldn't get enough of them - she totally took extra care because we were wiped keeping up with my son's intensive swimming workshop. Adjectives that come to mind are cozy, comfortable, natural, organic, beautiful and happy :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

27 September 2016

Perfect place to recharge & recover

So very glad I found Gunksview while looking for a place to prepare for and recover from the SOS Triathlon. Its perfect location is only a short drive away from Main Street in New Paltz, SUNY New Paltz, the Ulster County Fair Grounds, Minnewaska State Park, and Mohonk Mountain House. Both Franky and Jenny were friendly and generous hosts. Jenny (and Guapo, her friendly, rescued yellow lab) greeted us upon arrival and she gave us a thorough introduction to the studio and all of its amenities. It was very cozy and clean and had everything we needed during our stay. We especially appreciated the fresh fruit, eggs, and apple cider as well as her suggestions for places to eat (The Brauhaus!) and to trail run (Undercliff & Overcliff at Mohonk Preserve, including passes!). The biggest surprise was returning from the SOS Tri, depleted and sore, to discover a gift of wind chimes with flowers and a thoughtful note of congratulations! While the awesome rainhead shower and comfy robe were wonderful luxuries after almost 7 hours of cycling, running, and swimming, I do regret not having had enough time to enjoy the saltwater pool. Should we ever find ourselves traveling to The Gunks in the future, we would love to stay here again!

About the host

Hosted by Franky and Jenny Pérez

The New Paltz area is filled with all the beauty we were looking for. We are originally from NYC and love the proximity our town is to the city. We enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle. We love to hike, mountain bike, kayak, snow shoe, and cross country ski. In every season of the year we find activities to enjoy the outdoors. We also love to eat organically from our land, enjoy the beauty that surrounds us, and living a peaceful and serene life. Jen may be spotted knitting on our front porch while the sun sets.

Why they chose this property

Our property sits facing west at the majestic Shawangunk Ridge. The sunrises and the sunsets are breathtaking. In the morning, you will see a red hue shimmering on the rocks as the sun rises from the east. In the evening, an amazing bright orange glow as the set falls behind the ridge in the west.

What makes this property unique

Falling in love with this property was easy once we saw the huge rock pile we had for a view. Sitting on the foothills of these mountains, only four miles from the town of New Paltz, we new we had the best location for our home. We are minutes away from everything exciting this town has to offer. The New Paltz area has the finest restaurants, wineries, outdoor festivals and events the Hudson valley has to offer. Don't miss the Taste of New Paltz, Crafts Fairs, or Rib festival our town hosts every year. There are also many smaller events hosted at wineries throughout the year. The outdoor activities that are possible in over 24,000 acres of trails, ponds, rock cliffs for climbing, ice climbing, and swimming holes are endless. After you return from your activities, lounge on the 24' deck or in our hammock area in the shade as you enjoy the beautiful gardens. We have carefully selected and planted all the perennials, shrubs, grasses, and trees to reflect a gorgeous landscape in color and form. The Chamber of Commerce selected our property to be on the annual garden tour. Over 200 guests visited our gardens and were inspired by this experience. Our property has a natural creek running though it which allows for wildlife such as heron, frogs, toads, deer, and fox to visit us for a drink. Our pool is private and will cool you off after a day of hiking in the woods. Our bon fire area is perfect for star gazing on brisk evenings while sip on hot chocolate. You are welcome to stroll the gardens, pick flowers, or collect eggs from our chicken coop. The ladies would be happy to share their delicious eggs with you. We want our guests to feel at home when they stay with us. Come visit and see for yourself!

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English, Spanish

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1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

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