Historic farmhouse escape on 14 scenic acres

Entire cottage in Greenville, New York

  1. 16+ guests
  2. 7 bedrooms
  3. 11 beds
  4. 3 baths
Hosted by Miles And Ruth
  1. Superhost
  2. 10 years hosting

Listing highlights

24-hour self check-in

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.

Beautiful area

Guests love this home’s scenic location.
Enjoy the tranquility of King Hill Cottage, nestled in the Hudson Valley's rolling farmland just east of the Catskills. A quiet place in the country for nature lovers, friends & family seeking a peaceful sanctuary to gather and unwind. The farmhouse rests under the shade of giant maple trees, overlooking a private valley alive with an array of colorful birds and wildlife. Explore hiking, golfing, skiing, creek swims, apple picking, and strolling local Hudson Valley river towns.

The space
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King Hill offers unlimited options for people seeking a quiet country getaway, creative space, accommodations for reunions, family pets and more. The Great Room can be cleared for yoga, wellness, artist, and corporate retreats - please inquire for more information.

The Setting:
Explore 14 acres of private rolling farmland, shrouded trails and a seasonal stream. Start your day with morning coffee on the back deck, spend your evening watching the sun set from the jacuzzi hot tub, and build an outdoor fire to wind down under the stars. The Butterfly Walk, a serene 3/4 mile ramble, invites you to clear your mind in nature. In view from the house and yard are a complex of historic 1800s barns predating the house. Feel free to venture across the street onto King Hill property - 7 acres of open pasture with faraway views.

The House:
Lovingly restored 19th-century post-and-beam structure with preserved historic details alongside modern amenities (high speed internet!). Wide plank floors and restored original floor plan define the rambling house. The great room addition boasts cathedral ceilings and antique hand-hewn barn beams, butternut wood floors, and panoramic windows framing rolling farmland to the distant hills. Well stocked eat-in farmhouse kitchen, spacious dining room, cozy tv den, and fireplace room provide additional gathering spaces for large groups.

Special Amenities:
- New Deck and Hot Tub!
modern Bullfrog M9, 10-person disco spa
- High speed internet and Smart TV
- Firewood for use in fireplace & fire pit
- Game chest with options for all ages
- Piano tuned annually
- Ample library of books
- Lawn Games (2 sets of corn hole, giant jenga upon request)
- Birdwatching (tree outside of Great Room filled with feeders and seed )

Local Adventures:
- Catskills Hiking
- Island Green Resort & Golf Club
- Sunny Hill Resort & Golf Course
- Thunderhart Golf Freehold
- Apple, and pumpkin picking
- Exploring Hudson River towns (Catskill, Hudson, Coxsackie, Athens)
- Windham and Hunter ski Mountains
- Sledding and cross country skiing on the property
- Greenville Drive-In Movie Theater
- Olana State Historic Site
- Creek Swims (inquire for details)

Broader Geographic Location:
2.5 hours from NYC, 35 minutes from Windham and Hunter ski mountains, 40 minutes from Albany Airport, 30 minutes to Hudson Amtrak. 15 minutes to Hannaford grocery store. 15 minutes to Black Horse Farms gourmet farm fresh grocery. Don’t feel like cooking? There are great burgers and an eclectic craft beer selection at The Tasting Lab just down the road. Our Airbnb Guest Book is available after booking for additional suggestions of things to do, places to eat etc.

Guest access
Make yourselves at home in the farmhouse and feel free to wander the property. For safety reasons the barn buildings are off-limits. Please refrain from entering them during your stay.

Other things to note
We welcome well-behaved pets, with a limit of two dogs. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate cats. To maintain a peaceful atmosphere, we reserve the right to decline guest groups under the age of 25.

We look forward to hosting your vacation in the enchanting nature of King Hill!

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Mountain view
Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 4.91 out of 5 from 257 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Greenville, New York, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Come settle into the peace and quiet of a country getaway at King Hill. In warmer months activities include Catskills hiking, swimming at nearby swimming holes, apple and pumpkin picking, visits to local farms, antiquing, and strolling the towns of Catskill, Athens and Coxsackie. A burgeoning arts scene in Catskill village has brought lots of new energy and small business to the area. Ski groups headed to Hunter or Windham Mountains enjoy warming up by the living room fireplace after a day on the slopes. Please check out our AirBnb guidebook for recommendations in the area including some of our favorite, lesser known spots.

Meet your host

Superhost
260 reviews
4.92 out of 5 average rating
10 years of hosting
Speaks English, French, and Spanish
Lives in New York, New York
Hi, we're Miles and Ruth - Our careers in Art and Architecture have kept our roots planted in Brooklyn though we spend as many free moments as possible relaxing at King Hill Cottage. It's been a special gathering place for family and friends. We hope you will come and enjoy the peace and beauty of our little valley.

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
Pets allowed
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm