Historic Hamlet Hideaway for Summer Stays

• Welcome to Bovina House – Your Catskills Summer Escape! ☀️

This cozy 3BR, 1.5BA home is full of charm, heart, and vintage Catskills character—because it's not just a rental, it’s our real home, lovingly curated with character, comfort, and a touch of humor.

Thoughtfully styled with a mix of modern and classic, it’s perfect for families, friends, or solo stays.

• Dog-friendly with approval and pet fee 🐾

• ✨ Come unwind, explore, and make yourself at home—book your summer stay now!

• Welcome to The Bovina House – Your Summer Base in the Catskills! ☀️

Built in 1900 and lovingly updated, this stylish 3-bedroom village home blends country charm with modern comforts—the perfect setting for a classic Catskills getaway. Located in the heart of historic Bovina Center, you’re just steps from beautiful walks, local farms, and nearby hot spots like Andes, Delhi, and Roxbury.

• 🏡 Inside the House

Main Floor:
Step into a bright, welcoming foyer that flows into the dining room—perfect for shared meals and game nights. The country kitchen features original floor-to-ceiling cabinets, tons of charm, and all the essentials for summer cooking. Off the kitchen, you’ll find a mudroom with washer/dryer, a half bath, and a circular flow through each thoughtfully decorated room.

Relax in the cozy living room or get a little remote work done in the adjoining office space.

Upstairs:
Three comfortable bedrooms—king, queen, and full—each with clothes storage, fans, and light-blocking shades for restful sleep. The full bathroom features a charming vintage tub/shower combo.

• 🌳 Outdoor Vibes

Set on a ¼-acre lot, the home has street parking, stone steps to the front porch, and a shaded front yard perfect for morning coffee. Out back, enjoy views of open fields and woods—often visited by deer and wild turkeys! Wind down your summer day around the Solo Stove fire pit with s’mores, stargazing, or late-night chats. 🔥

Ready to unwind in one of the Catskills' most picturesque hamlets? Book your stay at The Bovina House and experience small-town charm, big sky nights, and everything summer in upstate NY has to offer.

• The basement should only be accessed if a circuit breaker is needed.
• There is a locked storage area in the mudroom and in the upstairs hallway.
• The barn in the back of the house is off limits.
• Hosts live nearby and are available as needed.

The house is in the bucolic hamlet of Bovina Center. Home to around 500 residents, Bovina is a refreshing, step back in time kind of place. People wave when they drive past you. You may see kids doing wheelies down the street in the summer. And the fresh country air brings people outside year round to bike, run and walk dogs. A short walk down the street brings you to library, playground and general store.

Delaware County NY is a four season vacation destination. In the summertime there are yard sales, farmers markets, fairs and more. Outdoor activities include hiking, biking and fishing. Fall is for leaf peeping. Drive down the country roads, pick apples and pumpkins and enjoy nearby town harvest festivals. Winter is packed full of activities. There are two ski centers nearby that offer tubing, skiing, snowboarding and cross country skiing (as well as summer activities like hiking, biking and concerts). Restaurants often showcase locally made or grown food like cheese, bread, meat, fruit and vegetables. Shops abound, there's always something to see!

• Distance to popular restaurants:

  • Brushland Eating House: 52 feet
  • The Andes Hotel: 6.8 miles/9 min
  • Wayside Cider: 6.7 miles / 9 min
  • Wild Common Wine: 6.8 miles / 9 min
  • Russel General Store: .2 miles / 4 min walk
  • Hollow: 9.8 miles / 14 min
  • BlueBee Cafe: 10 miles / 14 min
  • Hamden Inn: 16.7 miles / 21 min

• Distance to popular shops:

  • Clementine Vintage Clothing: 7 miles / 9 min
  • Carlista Shop + Studios: 7 miles / 9 min
  • Hawk & Hive: 7 miles / 9 min
  • Diamond Hollow Books: 7 miles / 9 min
  • The Stonehouse: 10 miles / 14 min
  • This & That: 10 miles / 14 min
  • Stone & Sawyer: 10 miles / 14 min
  • Bushel Collective: 10 miles / 14 min

• Distances to popular vacation spots and wedding venues:

  • The Inn at West Settlement: 15 miles/25 min
  • Roxbury Barn: 15 miles/ 26 min
  • Stone Tavern Farm: 16 miles/ 28 min
  • Maple Shade Farm: 8 miles/ 14 min
  • Natural Gardens: 16 miles/ 22 min
  • Stonewall Estates: 10 miles/ 16 min
  • Belleayre Ski Center: 22 miles/ 34 min
  • Plattekill Ski Center: 17 miles/ 29 min
  • Cooperstown Dream Park: 40 miles/ 57 min
  • All Star Village: 33 miles/ 44 min
  • SUNY Delhi: 10 miles/ 14 min
  • SUNY Oneonta/Hartwick College: 31 miles/ 47 min

Winter weather can be mercurial. Check the weather report for this area and plan your travel accordingly. Snow plows do not operate on secondary roads between 8PM and 5AM. If you are unfamiliar with driving in the snow, particularly uphill, search online for tips. Sites like AAA have good information. The stairs are shoveled to the entrance. A shovel is provided, please keep the walkway maintained during your stay.

• 🌟 Good to Know Before You Arrive

• 📶 No Cell Service at the House
  Be sure to turn on WiFi Calling in your phone settings to make and receive calls over WiFi.

• 📋 Pro tip: Write down or screenshot your arrival instructions (address, door code, WiFi info, contact details) before you travel—just in case!

• 🐾 Bringing Your Dog? We’d Love to Host Them!
  We allow up to 2 dogs with prior approval and an additional pet fee. To keep things clean and cozy for everyone:

  • No dogs on furniture or beds
  • Only clean and dry pups inside (please bring a towel from home!)
  • Curb your dog during walks and in the yard

• ❄️ Winter Travel Tips (Oct–Apr)
  Delaware County is mountainous and rural, and snow can sneak up on you. For safe winter travel, we recommend:

  • AWD, FWD, or 4WD vehicles
  • Winter or all-season tires with solid tread
  • 2WD and RWD vehicles don’t do well in snow or ice here. Always check the forecast before traveling.
  • 🚗 Parking is plowed and shoveled to the door, and we provide a shovel so you can keep walkways safe during your stay.

Let us know if you have any questions—we’re here to help you have a smooth and memorable trip!