Brookside Manor - Elegance near Livingston Manor

Brookside Manor is an elegant country escape in the heart of the Catskills, located 2 hours from NYC. Set on 8 acres with open meadows and babbling brooks, this home has 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Amenities include a heated swimming pool, fireplace, firepit, outdoor dining, and access to the best hiking and dining in the region. Livingston Manor and Jeffersonville are both under 10 minutes away. Pets: Allowed (maximum 1). Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Suitable for: children and infants. Additional rules: AGE REQUIREMENT Primary guest booking must be 25 years or older. PETS Well-behaved dogs are allowed with prior approval (and $100 fee per pet, per stay). Please clean up after your pet both inside and outside the house. Sorry, cats are not permitted. Failure to disclose any pets in advance may result in additional fees or penalties. If you are traveling with a service animal, we kindly ask that you let us know in advance. SMOKING No smoking is permitted inside the house. If you must smoke, please do so outside and dispose of butts properly.. EXCESSIVE CLEANING FEES We kindly ask that guests treat the home with care and respect. Should the property require cleaning beyond the standard turnover—due to excessive mess or incidents involving bodily fluids such as blood, vomit, or waste—a $500 fee may apply. Any linens or furnishings damaged beyond repair will also be subject to replacement charges. These situations are considered outside the scope of routine housekeeping and require specialized attention to ensure the safety and well-being of our team. MID-STAY CLEANING REQUIREMENT For stays of 28 nights or longer, a guest-paid mid-stay cleaning is required. The cleaning will be scheduled at a mutually convenient time during your stay. The cost varies by property and will be confirmed before scheduling. ACCURATE GUEST COUNT The number of guests must be accurately disclosed at the time of booking. While we don’t charge extra for additional guests up to the home’s maximum occupancy, this information is essential so we can properly prepare and stock the home. Please note that penalties may apply if guest counts are inaccurate or intentionally misrepresented. OUTSIDE SERVICE PROVIDERS Outside staff such as private chefs, massage therapists, or other service providers are welcome, but prior approval is required before they come on-site. SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENTS Guests may be required to sign a rental agreement. If applicable, it will be sent after the booking is confirmed. SEPTIC Please be mindful of the septic system and do not flush anything down the toilets or drains other than toilet paper. This includes any and all personal hygiene products, baby wipes, bleaches and strong chemical cleaners. With Brookside Manor’s light-filled rooms, and almost 8 acres of prime, stream-front land, there's plenty of room to relax and explore. As easy as it is to get lost in the allure of the bucolic setting — an expansive lush, green lawn, with spots of thick moss, a lovely bluestone patio for outdoor dining, a beautiful salt-water pool with a sundeck, a charming campfire circle surrounded by Adirondack chairs, a rolling brook through the entire length of the backyard, ripe apples and pears from mature fruit trees — the house itself really is the main attraction. A semi-circular paved driveway leads behind the house, and passes under a covered portico along the side. The newly renovated kitchen features a custom Sub-Zero refrigerator, a stunning Bertazzoni oven, substantial workspace and beautiful black soapstone counters. Just off the kitchen, through an arched doorway, is a little breakfast nook with windows through which you’ll find yourself birdwatching over coffee, while there’s a large dining room just around the corner featuring a century-old farm table from Spain. Enjoy the views from the calming but cheerful sunroom, a wonderful hang-out spot. A generous stone fireplace anchors the far end of the living room. Original old-growth heart pine woodwork, and aged oak floors have been lovingly cared for over the years, and provide a warm counterpoint to the white stucco walls throughout the house. Along the back hallway you'll find a large, full bathroom with a bathtub and walk-in shower, as well as a cozy den with an Apple TV and full sized futon available for additional sleeping accommodations. Upstairs is the master bedroom, a queen, next to which is a shared bathroom. A glass shower occupies the center of the bathroom, around which is a luxurious soaking tub and a dressing area. Further down the hall are three more bedrooms: two are full-sized, and the smaller room has a twin bed. All of the house's closets are lined in cedar. Throughout, the house has a serene feeling, a relaxing but modern tone, punctuated by carefully selected art and furniture pieces. On the property, you will find 10 massive spruce trees and an abundance of apple and pear trees and blackberry bushes. Stone trails throughout the property lead to the brook for easy access. The brook itself is enchanting, and the main reason the owners purchased the property, with large swaths of natural rock formations for sunbathing, wading and simply enjoying the sound of the water, which can be heard throughout the property. Perfectly situated, this property is ideal for exploring nearby country towns, including Livingston Manor, Jeffersonville, Narrowsburg, and Callicoon. Whether you enjoy antiquing, restaurants, hiking or other outdoor activities, there is plenty to do. The delightful farmhouse was built by the Menges family in 1930, when they housed a few guests and ran a small farm to supply fresh vegetables, fruit and dairy to the resort they owned at the top of the hill in Shandelee. Brookside Manor, located in the heart of the Catskills, is just outside the hamlet of Livingston Manor. This quaint walkable town has lots of explore-worthy stores and restaurants. Grab a sandwich and local groceries at Main Street Farm, enjoy wood-fired pizza outdoors at The Kaatskeller, pick up some local wines at Upstream, or shop the farmers market. Try fly fishing on Willowemoc Creek, golf nearby at Sullivan Country Country Club, horseback ride at Bridle Hill Farm, visit the alpacas at Buck Brook Farm, or explore the various hikes around the Catskills. We have a local guide we share with all our guests to help you get the most of your stay at Brookside Manor. Note: This home is not equipped with air conditioning. Fans are provided in each bedroom for your comfort. *Please note the pool opens from mid-to-late May until mid-to-late September. Please inquire regarding specific opening and closing dates.