Welcome to Bovina House – Your Catskills Escape
This warm and welcoming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath retreat located is in the heart of historic Bovina Center. More than just a vacation rental, this is our real home—lovingly curated with charm, comfort, and a healthy dose of Catskills character.
Built in 1900 and thoughtfully updated over the years, the house blends vintage style with modern touches, creating a cozy setting for family getaways, friend trips, solo retreats, or working remotely. Whether you're here to explore, unwind, or reconnect, this home is designed to help you feel right at home in one of the Catskills’ most picturesque small towns.
Inside the House
On the main floor, you’ll enter through a bright foyer that opens to a spacious dining room—a natural gathering spot for meals, game nights, or morning coffee. The adjacent country kitchen still features its original floor-to-ceiling cabinets, adding vintage charm while being fully stocked with everything you need for summer cooking.
Behind the kitchen, you'll find a mudroom with a washer/dryer, a convenient half bath, and a layout that loops you back through the home’s living spaces.
The living room is cozy and stylish, perfect for movie nights or quiet reading. Just off the living room, there’s a small office nook ideal for remote work or journaling about your upstate adventures.
Upstairs Comfort
Head upstairs to find three comfortable bedrooms, each thoughtfully decorated with clothes storage, ceiling or floor fans, and blackout shades to help ensure a great night’s sleep.
Bedroom 1 features a king-size bed
Bedroom 2 offers a queen
Bedroom 3 has a full-size bed
The full bathroom upstairs includes a charming vintage tub/shower combo—another nod to the home’s historic roots.
Outdoor Vibes
Set on a quarter-acre lot, Bovina House has plenty of outdoor charm. Stone steps lead up to the shaded front porch, the perfect spot for sipping your morning coffee or unwinding with a book.
In the backyard, you’ll find open views of fields and woods—often visited by deer and wild turkeys. End your day around the Solo Stove fire pit, roasting marshmallows, stargazing, or enjoying late-night conversation under the big Catskills sky.
Street parking is available directly in front of the house, and everything in the village is walkable from your front door.
Explore Bovina Center
Bovina is a hamlet that feels like stepping back in time. With a population of about 500 people, it's the kind of place where neighbors wave from passing cars and kids ride bikes down quiet streets.
A short walk from the house brings you to the town library, playground, and the historic Bovina General Store—great for a sandwich, supplies, or local conversation.
Nearby towns like Andes, Delhi, and Roxbury offer more dining, galleries, shops, and farmers markets. You’re also a short drive from ski resorts, hiking trails, and popular wedding venues throughout Delaware County.
What to Expect – Before You Book
We want your stay at Bovina House to be smooth, relaxing, and enjoyable. Please read the following notes so you know what to expect before booking:
Check-In & Communication
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Early check-in or late check-out may be available for a fee with 24+ hours’ notice. We can’t guarantee same-day requests due to cleaning and scheduling.
We are available by phone or email during your stay. This is a private home—not a hotel—so while we don’t live on-site, we’ll do our best to address any issues quickly.
Cell Service & Arrival Tips
Cell service is limited in Bovina Center. To stay connected, please enable WiFi Calling on your phone before you arrive.
We also recommend saving or writing down the house address, door code, WiFi info, and contact details in case you lose signal while traveling.
Quiet Hours & Community Respect
We love Bovina for its peace and quiet. Please help us keep it that way by observing quiet hours after 9 PM, especially when enjoying the outdoors.
Pet Policy
We welcome one well-behaved dog with prior approval and a small pet fee. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate cats.
Guests & Gatherings
No parties or large events allowed
The number of guests must match your reservation
Planning to have daytime visitors? That’s fine—just give us a heads up ahead of time
Smoking Policy
Smoking is allowed outdoors only
Please do not discard cigarette butts on the lawn, porch, or driveway
Smoking indoors will result in a $500 cleaning fee
Winter Travel Tips (October–April)
Bovina is beautiful in winter but can also be snowy and icy. For safe travel, we recommend:
AWD, FWD, or 4WD vehicles
Winter or all-season tires with good tread
Avoiding 2WD or RWD vehicles during snow or ice
The roads are plowed regularly, but mountain driving requires a bit of preparation—especially during storms.
Payment Policy
Reservation payments are processed securely through Stripe, a trusted third-party provider.
Proudly Hosted by Stay Catskills
Bovina House is proudly managed by Stay Catskills, a boutique vacation rental company offering a carefully curated collection of homes throughout the region.
From village houses to secluded mountain getaways, Stay Catskills provides thoughtfully designed spaces for guests who want more than just a place to sleep.
Your host is also a licensed real estate agent with Keller Williams Upstate NY Properties, the area’s leading name in Catskills real estate. If you're thinking about buying or selling a home—locally or anywhere in the world—feel free to reach out.
Our business thrives on referrals from happy guests, and we’d love to help you discover your own Catskills dream home.
A Few Rules:
We have great neighbors, help us be great neighbors too!
Check-In and Check-Out:
Plan your travel on our listed 4PM arrival and 11AM departure times. Changes in times may be available for an additional fee if possible. Please give at least 24 hours notice for requests, last minute requests may not be possible as cleaning and service schedules are planned in advance.
No parties. Only the number of guests on the reservation should be in the house. Let Host know of daytime guests.
No smoking or vaping indoors. If you must smoke, do so outdoors only and extinguish when done then put in the garbage. There will be a $500 fee for evidence of smoking indoors.
Two dogs max are allowed with approval and additional fee. Sorry, no cats. I know, we love them too. Unfortunately there are too many guests with feline allergies.
Quiet hours 9PM to 8AM, keep outdoor noise to a minimum.
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