The Bear Den at 'Blue Heron Watch' Nature Getaway
House in Tillson, NY
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Come stay in our Cozy Bear Den at the Blue Heron Watch! A magnificent natural oasis well setback from the road with a wonderful stream fed pond. Take a short walk or bike to the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail. Pop over to Rosendale(3 min) or New Paltz(10 min) villages. With so many great outdoor activities in the area this lovely well appointed unit is a great home base, or dont go anywhere and commune with all "the Heron" has to offer. Wildlife abounds here and we welcome you to share in it!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Map of Tillson, NY
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Reviews
10.0
My husband and I stayed for a week. We enjoyed quietness of the location and the nice view of the pond in the backyard. Hoping to stay there again next year.
10.0
This property is very special…
the apartment is cozy and clean, with a view of the pond. We saw the a blue heron, doe with two fawns, muskrat and groundhog. The ‘ladies’ (his chickens) provided eggs for breakfast. The pond has bass and pickerel.
We biked to the rail trail, paddled kayaks to Bannerman’s Island, and enjoyed Maggie Mae’s in New Paltz.
Thank you Jon, Cheryl and Jack
10.0
Property was beautiful, well-maintained and super clean. Jon was really nice and helpful with suggestions, and it provided really easy access to New Paltz, Kingston, and Woodstock.
10.0
My husband and I spent a week at the Bear Den. The house is modest but very well designed and appointed. We had everything we needed. The pond is lovely, we saw a muskrat swimming, and I saw the Big Dipper one night. The only down side was my husband had hoped to see some turtles and there were none. Not even any little turtle heads popping out of the water to breathe. He did catch one fish though and had a couple of serious nibbles.
10.0
Great stay with even better host who made gave us fresh eggs on the first day. They also made sure we always had what we needed. Recommend 10/10.
10.0
We were a group of friends (two couples) up for the weekend from NYC. Everything was perfection! The pull out couch was really comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, the outdoor grill worked great, there was a ton of wood for the fire pit, and Jon was great to communicate with. Waking up to views of the pond and watching the stars at night was lovely. We had a blast and highly recommend!
10.0
We truly enjoyed both the grounds and surrounding area.
The host's sharing his knowledge of where to go and what to see really enhanced our trip and saved us precious time.
We're looking forward to returning in the near future.
10.0
Peaceful view of a gorgeous pond from the sliding glass doors of both the bedroom and the living room.
A well appointed full kitchen and spacious bathroom. Perfect dining room too.All rooms were clean and cozy.
The host, Jon is very thoughtful and exudes kindness. He knows the local trails, restaurants and virtually everything anout New Paltz and beyond.
I will return to the Blue Heron!
8.0
This was a very comfortable stay for my friend and me. It was super clean and the owner was easy to contact. He made it possible for us to accommodate two cars. The location was great to do all kinds of Hudson Valley things. We enjoyed New Paltz and Rosendale. Also made it over to Hyde Park. The property has a pond in the back and we would have loved to sit on the patio if the weather had cooperated. Instead we enjoyed seeing a heron catch his breakfast. Would stay here again.
10.0
We found everything we wanted at our fingertips. Host was very easy to reach when we had a couple of questions. We would stay here again.
10.0
My husband and I stayed here for a long weekend. The area is lovely in the fall with plenty of outdoor activities nearby. The property itself is clean and quiet with a lovely pond view outside. It feels remote, but is easily drivable to activities like Angry Orchard and Hyde Park. We had a great time!
10.0
The host was very friendly and helpful, quick to respond. The pond in the back and the wooded property was very peaceful. The location was great, close to New Paltz and other destination spots hiking farms etc.
10.0
Our stay was enjoyable and we greatly appreciated the understanding of the host when we had to leave a day early because of a health issue.
10.0
We loved our stay here. The place is cozy and clean and had everything we needed to be comfortable. It's all about the back yard though. The pond is beautiful. Surrounded by trees... it's quiet and tranquil during the day but teeming with the sounds of nature at night. The Great Blue Heron flew in and out a few times which was so amazing to see. We built and campfire and enjoyed every second of it. The owners are friendly, helpful and super responsive. I definitely recommend this spot!
10.0
My family and I had a great experience staying here. Jon was very communicative, the place was super clean and updated, and the property is gorgeous. Would highly recommend..
10.0
My family had a great stay. It is very family friendly space with a lot of support for babies and toddlers. Comfortably fit three - two adults and one small child. Lovely place to relax and very centrally located to many small towns in the area. Thanks!
10.0
Clean, calm place near outdoor activities
Clean, calm place near outdoor activities. Very good host who was responsive, attentive and helpful.
10.0
Easy commute to SUNY new paltz
Quite clean comfortable great ac !! Although one cushion on the couch was not a match place was clean and cozy ! Stayed for orientation for our son entering SUNY NP
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Tillson?
The average price for a rental in Tillson is $508 per night. This rental is $201 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Bear Den at 'Blue Heron Watch' Nature Getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Bear Den at 'Blue Heron Watch' Nature Getaway pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Bear Den at 'Blue Heron Watch' Nature Getaway?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.
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