10/10 Excellent
Nicole K.
22 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and Sweet
Nicole K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills!
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Durham, NY
- Zoom Flume5 min drive
- Windham Mountain Resort22 min drive
- Hunter Mountain36 min drive
- Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)45 min drive
Room options
About the area
Durham
A family-friendly stay in Durham awaits you at this farm stay. You'll be 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Zoom Flume and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Durham Center Museum. Highlights at this farm house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This smoke-free farm house offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. .In proximity to this Durham farm house you'll find Windham Mountain Resort.
What's nearby
- Zoom Flume - 5 min drive
- Windham Vineyards and Winery - 18 min drive
- Windham Country Club - 21 min drive
- Windham Mountain Resort - 22 min drive
- Hunter Mountain - 36 min drive
Getting around
- Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
- Green Hill Cafe Pizzeria - 12 min drive
- Angels Cafe East - 8 min drive
- The Yellow Deli - 5 min drive
- Furlongs - 8 min drive
- Shamrock House - 9 min drive
About this property
Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills!
The Gifford is a bright and cheery, lovely home with both breathtaking mountain and serene pastoral views. It is located on 3 acres in the town of Cornwallville, a peaceful corner of the Catskills in beautiful upstate New York. The first floor of this two-story Cape Cod has an airy country eat-in kitchen, complete with cooking and serving supplies. The family room provides games and a television with a selection of DVDs for your entertainment. The glass-doored woodstove in the living room provides added warmth for those chilly winter evenings, while the attached deck offers a wonderful view of our Catskill sunsets (complete with horses). The master bedroom has a queen bed and cozy writing nook. Two full bathrooms are also located on this floor, as is a laundry. The upstairs has three bedrooms; two bedrooms each with queen beds, and the third is the children’s bedroom room which has one bunk bed and two twin beds.
We are pleased to announce that we have recently installed Wi-Fi so those who would like to be connected are able to be.
We include a complimentary take-home breakfast gift basket with your 2 night stay!
On the Farm
Winter is a magical season here; it is a wonderland of snow-covered, majestic mountains where adventure awaits you. The spacious backyard has plenty of room for playing in the snow and a stone fire pit to enjoy s’mores or roasting hot dogs. There is a picnic table and chairs to relax on while taking in the star studded sky undisturbed by city lights. Bring your own gear or rent locally to enjoy access to our 300-acre farm to snowshoe or sled. In fact, it’s just a moment’s walk to the main farmhouse where we live and the hub of Hull-O Farms, which of course you’re welcome to explore and enjoy to your heart’s content. During your stay, you’ll be welcome to participate in any activities or ‘chores’ happening while you’re here, such as feeding the animals. You may be able to romp with the rabbits, cuddle the kittens, take a gander with the goats, ponder the pigs, sit with the sheep, or canoodle the cows.
We are pleased to announce that we have recently installed Wi-Fi so those who would like to be connected are able to be.
We include a complimentary take-home breakfast gift basket with your 2 night stay!
On the Farm
Winter is a magical season here; it is a wonderland of snow-covered, majestic mountains where adventure awaits you. The spacious backyard has plenty of room for playing in the snow and a stone fire pit to enjoy s’mores or roasting hot dogs. There is a picnic table and chairs to relax on while taking in the star studded sky undisturbed by city lights. Bring your own gear or rent locally to enjoy access to our 300-acre farm to snowshoe or sled. In fact, it’s just a moment’s walk to the main farmhouse where we live and the hub of Hull-O Farms, which of course you’re welcome to explore and enjoy to your heart’s content. During your stay, you’ll be welcome to participate in any activities or ‘chores’ happening while you’re here, such as feeding the animals. You may be able to romp with the rabbits, cuddle the kittens, take a gander with the goats, ponder the pigs, sit with the sheep, or canoodle the cows.
Property manager
Sherry Hull
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: WiFi
Things to do
- Books
- Games
- Golf
- Snow sports gear
- Tennis
- Video library
- Water park
Guest services
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dining table
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
More
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Heating
- Living room
- Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Payment types
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Catskill Mountain Home Breathtaking Views Durham
Catskill Mountain Home Breathtaking Views Durham
Catskill Mountain Home With Breathtaking Views Durham
Catskill Mountain Home Breathtaking Views
Catskill Mountain Home With Breathtaking Views Durham
Catskill Mountain Home Breathtaking Views
Catskill Mountain Home Breathtaking Views Agritourism property
Catskill Mountain Home with Breathtaking Views
Unique Farmstay Experience in The Catskills! Durham
Casa de Montaña en Catskill con Vistas Impresionantes
Frequently asked questions
Does Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills! have a pool?
No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.
Does Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills! have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills! family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a water park and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills! is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills!?
No, Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills!?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills!?
No, pets are not allowed.
Unique FarmStay Experience in The Catskills! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carlos and Delia S.
14 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
What a special place on earth!
Dedication and love of their property, land, and guests were evident in every aspect of our experience.
Three cheers for Ms Sherry, Farmer Frank and Jared and all of their animals!
We will be spreading the word and coming back!
Carlos and Delia S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Deb K.
10 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family ski trip
Very comfortable house and the owners of the property were helpful and lovely. My children enjoyed helping out with the animals. Nice views from the house as well
Deb K.
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Travelled with family, Travelled with group
13 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am sorry to say we never got to meet the property owners and spend time at the farm and we were busy at local ski races. This is a very comfortable house that is lovingly cared for. The owners have done a great job anticipating the needs of guests. The basket of items including pancake mix, maple syrup, jam and snacks was much appreciated, and perfect for our young athletes!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Josef S.
1 Mar 2019
We had a great stay!
A cozy house, convenient to the slopes, and the kids loved the farm
Josef S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Alla K.
8 Jan 2019
Cute and quaint
The plane was really nice. It was spacious, with everything working as expected. Sherry was really sweet and helped out with whatever we needed. It's very close to Windham, for when we went skiing, and the days we didn't the kids enjoyed interacting with the animals.
I wish the kitchen was a little better stocked, but overall, everything was great.
Alla K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Shannon M.
27 Jan 2018
Cozy little house with amazing host!
My friends and I rented out Hull-o Farms Guest House for NYE and it was absolutely perfect. The house was so cute, super clean, and more spacious that I thought! The bedrooms were so cozy and each was decorated uniquely. There was also a wood burning stove that we had going the entire time we were there. It definitely felt like a nice secluded cabin in the country side. The kitchen was fully stocked with pots pans utensils everything! Sherry is a fabulous host and was so attentive to all of our needs. She offered to make us coffee tea etc in the morning and the house came with a breakfast basket including honey, maple syrup, Sherry’s own pancake mix, a dozen eggs, and some breakfast meat...all from their farm! Delicious! Overall my friends and I really enjoyed our stay here and I highly recommend this property! We will be coming back soon for sure! Thanks Sherry!
Shannon M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
6/10 Okay
Gabriel R.
21 Feb 2017
Lovely stay marred by some issues
The house was lovely and comfortable, and Sherry was a gracious and attentive host. When we told her we had only had brought whole bean coffee she lent us her coffee grinder, and the breakfast package of pancake mix and sausage that comes with the stay is delicious!
Unfortunately, there were a issues that made our experience less pleasant. The single toilet in the home seems to be on its last legs and stopped refilling for several periods during our stay. Although it always eventually started working again, it really needs to be fixed or replaced.
In addition, the house is in a cell service dead zone. This wouldn't an issue on its own but combined with the lack of wifi it made any kind of communication within our group very difficult.
Overall I'd say this would be a good choice for a family or small group interested in staying on a functioning farm who don't need to be able to communicate or make phone calls. Larger groups or those who need to be able to reliably communicate are better off with something else though.
Gabriel R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017