What Our Guests Are Saying About Their Hunter Stay
“The cottage is absolutely beautiful! It is just as gorgeous inside as it is outside and was everything we were hoping for in our vacation. It was clean and comfortable. The kayaks and paddleboards were perfect for exploring the lake. The hosts were extremely responsive, and we are definitely planning on staying again next year!”
“We enjoyed our stay very much. The home was beautiful, and the location was very convenient to Windham and everything it has to offer. The host was very responsive whenever we had an issue or a question. We would highly recommend.”
“We stayed here for a long weekend getaway from the city, and it was as amazing as it looks. The home felt really spacious and warm. The beds were very comfortable, and the open living space and kitchen were perfect. It was so peaceful, and the home just had a good energy. Highly recommend it for a couple or a small group.”
“I wish this were my home! We had a really great time at Red Cottage and would be glad to stay here again. The home is comfortable and in a beautiful setting, and it has everything we needed for our stay. It was secluded in nature but close to Woodstock, hikes, etc., so it did not feel inconvenient at all.”
“We loved the place so much, we want to come back every year! An ideal home to host a group of friends or a big family. Lots of space for everyone to gather comfortably or to get away. Location is great! A brewery and a lovely trail down the road for the nature lovers. For the loungers, hanging by the pool and hot tub is a perfect day!”
“We had a great stay! We booked the house with one other family for our end of the year trip and some ski in Belleayre. The house was just as the pictures. Very spacious comfortable and well equipped. The view is amazing! We would come again.”
Explore Hunter
Hunter is a Catskills mountain destination built for fresh air, big views, and easy, plan-your-own-pace days. Come for the slopes in winter, scenic hikes and waterfall trails in warmer months, and a lively mix of mountain-town stops nearby. Whether you want a weekend packed with outdoor adventure or a quieter retreat with cozy evenings back at home, Hunter makes it simple to reset.
Hunter is a classic Catskills mountain base with big views in every direction. Start at North South Lake, the largest and most popular state campground in the Catskill Forest Preserve, then add an easy walk like Artist’s Rock or Sunset Rock, or visit the former Catskill Mountain House site. For a slower, scenic option, take the Hunter Mountain Scenic Skyride for a relaxing ride to the 3,200-foot summit.
For a quieter, elevated outing, visit the Mountain Top Arboretum in nearby Tannersville, a public garden focused on native plant communities. In town, the Doctorow Center for the Arts offers films and performances, and the Orpheum Performing Arts Center in Tannersville adds a year-round calendar of live shows. If you love local history, the Mountain Top Historical Society in Haines Falls is a thoughtful stop.
Hunter’s social calendar is built around the season. Summer brings concerts and performances on the mountaintop, and fall weekends are especially festive with Hunter Mountain Oktoberfest, which pairs foliage views with live music, vendors, and a lively energy.
Hunter is a great hub for short drives. Spend an afternoon in Tannersville for shops and coffees, stop in Haines Falls for trail access and scenery, or head to Windham for a change of pace and another mountain town feel. If you want a bigger dining and shopping day, Kingston is an easy add-on.
Hunter delivers true Catskills hikes with rewarding payoffs. The Spruceton Trail to the Hunter Mountain Fire Tower is a local classic at about seven miles round trip, with panoramic summit views. For waterfalls, make time for Kaaterskill Falls, one of the region’s most iconic sights. If you want something shorter, the North South Lake area has trails with big-view scenery too.
A tasting day here is simple and satisfying, especially when you end it back at your Red Cottage home with something good to open later. West Kill Brewing is a destination for small-batch beer in a beautiful Catskills setting, and Hunter Mountain Brewery is an easy, casual stop right in town.
Hunter is one of the Catskills’ best ski-weekend bases. Hunter Mountain has a 3,200-foot summit, 1,600 feet of vertical drop, and snowmaking across its 320 skiable acres, which helps keep winter plans reliable. After a day outside, the ideal finish is back at your Red Cottage stay for a warm dinner, a fireplace, and in select homes, a hot tub soak.
Plan one standout meal, then keep the rest effortless. For after-ski comfort, Jagerberg Beer Hall is a local go-to, and for daytime, Fellow Mountain Cafe is perfect for breakfast or lunch. If you are in Tannersville, Maggie’s Krooked Cafe is an easy stop for coffee, juices, and an all-day breakfast vibe. Last Chance Antiques & Cheese Cafe is a must-visit, offering a quirky atmosphere filled with vintage finds, over 100 types of cheese.