Home in Walton, NY

Escape to Bluestone Hill House, a modern 4-bedroom retreat on 8 private acres with stunning views and a wraparound deck. Ideal for families, friends, and pups, enjoy open-concept living and smart-home comforts. Close to villages, dining, wedding venues, and year-round activities. Dog-friendly with approval and fee. Just 34 minutes to Cooperstown All-Star Village. Opening Snapshot • 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath modern home on 8 private acres in the Catskills. Sleeps up to X guests • Ideal for families, friends, and wedding or baseball stays • Features mountain views, wraparound deck, open-concept living, and private land to explore Sleeping & Bathroom • Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): Queen bed with en suite (soaking tub + shower) • Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed • Bedroom 3 (Main Floor): Daybed with trundle (office/guest room) • Bedroom 4 (Second Floor Loft): Queen bed • Bathrooms: 2.5 (2 full baths main floor, 1 half bath upstairs) • All bedrooms have window AC units Memorial Day to Labor Day Highlights • Set on 8 private acres of meadow and woods • Floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping mountain views • Wraparound deck for outdoor dining and relaxing • Open-concept living with Smart TV and comfortable seating • Fully equipped kitchen with prep bar and dining/workspace • Dedicated workspace with dual monitors • Private trail to historic bluestone quarry • Dog-friendly with approval and fee The Experience Spring / Summer • Enjoy morning coffee on the deck, explore nearby trails and towns, and spend your days hiking, kayaking, or relaxing in the open meadow Fall • Take in vibrant foliage and sweeping views, with crisp air and peaceful surroundings Winter • Head to nearby ski areas or enjoy snowy walks, then return to a warm, comfortable home to unwind Location • 4 miles to Walton • 10 miles to Hamden • 15 miles to Delhi • 22 miles to Oneonta • 34 minutes to Cooperstown All Star Village • Close to wedding venues, dining, and year-round activities Important Notes • Rural setting (wildlife, insects, uneven ground) • Private driveway with ample parking Good Fit For • Best suited for families, groups, wedding guests, and baseball families seeking a modern Catskills retreat with space and views Booking Notes • Calendar is always up to date—book early for peak weekends, weddings, and baseball season Before Arrival • A digital guest guide is provided with directions, house details, and local recommendations Management • Professionally managed by Stay Catskills for a seamless guest experience Guests have access to all areas of the home and yard except for any locked doors (the basement and a few closets) There is a mostly flat driveway with ample parking. The driveway is plowed in the winter and shoveled to the entrance. We are only an email or phone call away and are available as needed. Please remember that you are staying in a house, not a hotel. If any problems arise we will do our best to take action as soon as possible but there is no one living on-site. This home is close to many attractions, shops and restaurants that you can enjoy for every season. Distances to popular vacation destinations and wedding venues will be updated 5/12. Guests also have access to our Guidebook with all of our recommendations. Activities SUNY Delhi Golf Course - 14.1 miles West Kortright Center- 25 miles All Star Village, Oneonta - 29.5 miles Gilbert Lake - 33.8 miles Plattekill Ski Center- 40.4 miles Belleayre Ski Center - 44 miles Cooperstown Dream Park- 40 miles Otsego Lake - 51 miles Windham Ski Center - 59 miles Hunter Ski Center - 65 miles Colleges SUNY Delhi - 14 miles Hartwick College - 24 miles SUNY Oneonta - 24.3 miles Event Venues Stonewall Estates - 14.6 miles Maple Shade Farm - 18.5 miles Natural Gardens - 17.1 miles Strickland Hollow - 18.8 miles The Inn at West Settlement - 35.7 miles Roxbury Barn and Estate - 37.1 miles Stone Tavern Farm - 39.3 miles Farms Stony Creek Farmstead - 4.1 miles A farm on Dunk Hill Road that does Pizza Saturdays every weekend in the summer. Really really fun, family friendly BYO experience. Echo Orchard & Farm - 10.5 miles Birdsong Farm and Community Market - 12.4 miles STUNNING community garden, with a farmers market on Saturdays. Fun and Other Stuff Awestruck Mill (Cider): 4.6 miles An outpost of Awestruck cider, 5 mins down the road from our house. Serves hard cider, usually with a food truck out front. Outdoor seating is pet friendly. Doog Goods: 4.4 miles This is just an extremely cool place in Walton. Furniture store run by architects, opening a gallery next door. They also sell bread and snacks sometimes. Must visit for anyone who likes design. Bear Spring Mountain: 6.4 miles Large park/wildlife management area 10 mins from the house. Can swim/boat and hike. Supermarkets/Groceries Eastbrook Community Farm: 2.3 miles Right around the corner from the house, where we get our eggs! Drop by the farm stand for eggs/chicken/produce, they also do tours from time to time. Hamden General Store: 35796 NY-10, Hamden Meat and Flowers: 35813 NY-10, Hamden Big M: 204 Delaware St, Walton Good Cheap Food: 53 Main St, Delhi Price Chopper: 3 Main St, Delhi Wine and Liquor Breakey's Liquor Store: 11 Bridge St, Walton Delhi Liquor Store: 55 Main St, Delhi Strickland Hollow Tasting Room: 70 Main St, Delhi Check out the website to Great Western Catskills for all the up to date info for shopping, restaurants and activities. Groceries stores, gas stations, shopping, farmers markets and more are all located with 15 to 20 minutes in Walton, Delhi, Hamden and Oneonta. A vehicle is necessary to get around. There is no or limited Uber or transportation services in the area. In the winter months when snow is likely (October through April) AWD or 4WD is recommended along with all weather or snow tires with good tread. We want your stay to be safe, comfortable, and smooth. Here are a few important details to know before and during your visit: Check-In & Check-Out • Check-in: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Check-out: 11:00 AM • No changes to check-in or check-out times during holidays or from Memorial Day through Labor Day • Early check-in or late check-out may be available outside of these dates with advance notice and approval • Changes are subject to availability and may include an additional fee Cell Service & Arrival • There is limited or no cell service • Enable WiFi calling before arrival • Save or screenshot arrival details (address, door code, WiFi, contact info) in advance Quiet Hours & Neighbor Respect • Quiet hours: 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM • Keep outdoor noise to a minimum, especially at night • Sound carries in rural areas—please be respectful of neighbors Guests & Gatherings • No parties or events • Guest count must match the reservation • Daytime visitors require prior approval Pets • One dog allowed with prior approval and fee • No cats Water Use & Septic • Property is on a private well and septic system • No outdoor hoses, sprinklers, slip and slides, or kiddie pools • Flush toilet paper only (no wipes or paper products) • Please use water conservatively Wildlife Awareness • Located in a rural Catskills setting with active wildlife • Common sightings may include deer, raccoons, foxes, and coyotes • Insects and occasional rodents are part of the natural environment in rural areas • While the home is professionally cleaned and maintained, sightings of ants, insects, or signs of wildlife may occur, especially seasonally • Do not leave food or trash outside or unattended indoors Winter Travel (October–April) • Rural, mountainous roads can be unpredictable • AWD, FWD, or 4WD recommended • All-weather tires with good tread required • Avoid rear-wheel drive vehicles in snow or ice • Driveway is plowed and shoveled every 3–4 inches of snow • Shovel provided for guest use • Salt is not provided—guests are advised to bring some if needed • Host and service providers cannot provide roadside assistance or tow services Cancellation Policy and Refunds • All reservations are subject to the platform’s cancellation policy • No refunds will be issued outside of these terms, regardless of reason • Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect against unexpected changes