The Best of Hunter & Windham Mountain, According to Locals
Planning a trip to the Catskills? Hunter and Windham Mountain are two of the region’s most loved destinations, known for their ski slopes, scenic hikes, cozy towns, and year-round outdoor adventures. This local’s guide to Hunter & Windham Mountain covers where to eat, what to do, and the hidden gems most visitors miss. Whether you’re here for a winter weekend or a summer escape, making a Red Cottage stay your home base puts you perfectly positioned to explore both mountains while enjoying a relaxed, home-away-from-home experience in the heart of the Catskills.
📍 Restaurant at Deer Mountain Inn
Refined seasonal dining led by a James Beard–nominated chef, offering thoughtful plates and an experience worth planning a trip around.
📍 Lucky Catskills
An Asian café serving baos, rice bowls, matcha, coffee, and playful provisions that balance comfort and creativity.
📍 Hotel Lilien
A favorite stop for cocktails and relaxed hangs, blending old-world charm with a welcoming, mountain lodge feel.
📍 Hunter Mountain
A mountain destination centered on skiing, hiking, scenic lifts, and full days spent outdoors.
📍 Windham Mountain
Tubing, skiing, and scenic trails paired with an easygoing village atmosphere that suits long weekends and slow afternoons.
📍 Fellow Mountain Cafe
Known for artisanal coffee, house-baked pastries, and elevated breakfast and lunch offerings in a laid-back setting.
📍 Prospect
Lodge-style dining with seasonal menus, cozy interiors, and a relaxed atmosphere suited for dinner and cocktails alike.
📍 Babblers
A lively restaurant and bakery at Wylder Windham, serving hearty fare in cozy interiors with an inviting après-ski atmosphere.
📍 Paracasa
A modern pantry and provisions shop offering coffee, pastries, and thoughtfully curated goods for picnics, mornings, and everyday stops.
📍 Shandaken Bake
A cult-favorite bakery drawing lines for naturally leavened breads, pastries, and weekend treats.
📍 Westkill Brewing Tap Room
A farmhouse brewery pouring small-batch beers made with local grains, enjoyed in a laid-back tap room setting.
📍 Bearpen Mountain
A quieter mountain area offering scenic trails, open views, and a slower-paced outdoor experience.
📍 Matilda
A design-forward restaurant serving seasonal dishes in a space that feels modern, thoughtful, and effortlessly inviting.
📍 Windham Local
A casual neighborhood spot for burgers, fries, shakes, and unfussy meals locals return to again and again.
Looking for where to eat, drink, and explore around Hunter and Windham? This local guide highlights go-to spots for mountain days, great meals, and easy stops, all within reach of a stay at Red Cottage Stay.
