Family-friendly vacation rentals in Ulster County

Lovely Cabin w/Piano No Car Needed Best Hiking

When you truly want to get away from it all, come experience the wilderness of the Catskills. We're nestled next to 30k acres of the Sundown Wild Forest inside the 300k acres Catskill Park, 2 hrs from NYC. Enjoy any of the 3 fireplaces located in and around the cabin after your choice of 8 hiking trails you can take from our doorstep including the cascading pools of the secluded Vernooy Kill Falls. Ecology History tour available RT private transportation from New Paltz Trailways Bus available.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Outdoor spaces

Timberwall Ranger Station | Your Upstate Base Camp

The Timberwall Ranger Station is the perfect home base for your peaceful upstate escape. Located minutes from Woodstock, Saugerties, and Kingston, this breathtaking hand-built cabin is close to all the Catskills and Hudson River Valley have to offer. The cabin is a restful place year-round: for enjoying spring birdsong at breakfast; swaying away an afternoon in a breezy summer hammock; starry skies and luscious wines around an autumn campfire; a cozy winter morning amidst freshly fallen snow.

Kitchen · Family · View

Eclectic one-bedroom house

This bohemian New Paltz house is 1/3 mi to Main St New Paltz, 2/3 mi to SUNY and 1 1/2 blocks from the New Paltz-Kingston rail trail. Rent entire house with a private bathroom, large deck space with table and grill, small living and dining room, EV charging and a kitchen. The entire upstairs is a spacious and unique bedroom space. Walking distance to many restaurants and bars. New Paltz is a central location for outdoor fun, close to Mohonk, the Gunks, great biking, hiking, rock climbing, etc.

Indoor spaces · Family · Walkability

Mt. Wonder: Big Cozy Cabin with Wow View

Welcome to Mt Wonder. With a wood burning hot tub, this quiet cabin perches on 18 acres with creek access, a vast forest & the greatest view in the county. 10 min to Woodstock. Seeking a vacation w friends or a romantic sojourn? Enjoy this rustic 2br 1ba cabin, cozy & spacious - a unique magical feel. Mega amenities incl the tub, wood stove & stocked kitchen. Peruse our books, vibe w the view, enjoy hikes & cute towns. Need more space? Try my cousin's cabin called "Wonders Never Cease"

Family · Indoor spaces · Heating

Catskills Glamp Oasis w. Breakfast by the Pond

Namahai Retreat is about communing with nature, trees, the elements, pond, fire, birds, flowers, and frogs, and most importantly, yourself. Situated on a 5-acre homestead in the heart of the Catskills Mountains, privately tucked in a Pine Grove, we hope you enjoy the serenity, nature, and magic found here. Botanically, it is a feast for the eyes. Bird watcher's paradise. Night sky full of stars. Your stay includes one complimentary breakfast, bonfire, and firewood for the tent stove.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Getting around

The Metsämökki - A Finnish Cabin in the Woods

The Metsämökki is a small Finnish cabin in the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Originally a sauna that was shipped here from Finland. We renovated it to a tiny house that offers complete privacy. Enjoy the babbling brook while sitting on the deck and taking in the surrounding nature. We're not offering high-tech or glamour but this cabin is a beautiful retreat from the busy city. **Check out our new midweek discounted rates and enjoy a little extra time for a great price!!

Family · Indoor spaces · Value

Hudson Valley Hygge House~ comfort in the country!

Experience the cozy charm of hygge at the farmhouse by a tranquil pond in Rosendale. Nestled in the Hudson Valley, just minutes from Kingston, Stone Ridge, and High Falls—and only 90 miles from NYC—this retreat offers pure serenity. Located on a quiet country road, enjoy the sounds of birdsong, evening frog lullabies, and a gas fireplace for a cozy winter escape. Set on over 3 acres, nature abounds here. Come and enjoy all the Hudson Valley has to offer!

Indoor spaces · Family · Decor

A Very Cozy House With a Very Big Yard

The perfect spot to unwind with family, friends, and pups. Spend the day hiking, visiting farms, or trying local restaurants, then come home to the yard for kid-and-dog frolicking, “Squirrel TV” through long windows. Soak in the claw-foot tub or the jetted spa tub, then gather by the fire with wine and board games. Swim and make s’mores in summer, watch snow fall in winter, and enjoy peaceful views in every season, relax, play, laugh, repeat.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Access

Peaceful creekside retreat near Livingston Manor

Welcome to our peaceful little cabin, designed for full immersion in nature. Lounge by the creek with the firepit or hammock, gaze out XL windows, or cozy up by the fire in the living room - every detail invites you to slow down. Tucked on a quiet road just minutes from hiking trails and Willowemoc fly fishing, we’re also only a winding 15-minute drive to charming Livingston Manor, a quintessential Catskills town, and less than 2 hours from NYC.

Kitchen · Family · Walkability

ENTER HOME - Minimalistic style warm & inviting

ENTER our HOME, an inviting, comfortable space filled with natural light and clean lines inspired by Nordic design. Enjoy a fully equipped new kitchen with Bosch appliances, including a washer and dryer. Our home is designed to embrace the beautiful nature around you and bring a sense of peace and comfort to your stay. ENTER HOME is ideal for individuals, couples, or families with children. AC is provided in both bedrooms only.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Backyard

Ye Little Wood | Cozy Forest Cottage with Hot Tub

Stay at our comfortable and private 2-bed/2-bath home with covered porch, hot tub, fire pit, outdoor shower, and additional office cabin (perfect for work, exercise, or meditation) all surrounded by beautifully wooded forest. Centrally located in Kerhonkson just 15 minutes from local farm markets, popular farm-to-table restaurants and breweries, and hiking and other outdoor activities.

Family · Indoor spaces · Backyard

Lidar West

Lidar West is a unique mountain home located in the woods by one of New York City's major reservoirs. The main house is a 1400 sqft 2 bed, 2 bath, ideal for families with kids, and there's a sleeping cabin with an additional queen bed, electric heater, and wood burning stove called Hemmelig Rom, which I built myself using oak milled on the property.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Heating