Escape to the charming town of Stamford and unwind at The A-Frame on Pudding Hill. Nestled on 5 wooded acres, this A-frame offers a secluded and serene retreat for friends, families, and couples alike. Take in stunning views of foliage, hike nearby trails, and cozy up by the crackling fire for family game night or karaoke. With endless activities like indulging in a wood-burning hot tub or channeling your inner child with our new rope swing. The A-Frame on Pudding Hill is the perfect getaway. The space Welcome to Pudding Hill, your private retreat in the heart of nature. Our custom-designed A-Frame cabin offers a blend of luxury and rustic charm, perfect for couples, families, and friends. Winter Access: During winter, the driveway may be compacted with snow and ice. We highly recommend using a 4WD/AWD vehicle equipped with all-season or winter tires. In the event of heavy snow, you may need to park at the foot of the driveway and walk uphill. Please keep in mind that snowy conditions can create challenges beyond our control, so plan accordingly for a safe and comfortable arrival. Key Features: Cedar Wood-Burning Hot Tub: Experience luxury with our cedar hot tub, nestled among whispering trees. Engage your inner woodsman as you stoke the flames and enjoy the rich, aromatic scent of cedar. Spacious and Airy Layout: Despite its compact size, the cabin boasts an open layout with vaulted ceilings, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Outdoor Living: Relax on two decks, dine at the picnic table, or unwind in the hammock. The backyard features a smokeless solo stove fire pit, cornhole, lawn darts, yard jenga, and the wood-burning hot tub. Comfortable Bedrooms: The master bedroom has a king-size fiberglass-free memory foam mattress, a small dresser, and sliding glass doors opening to a private deck with forest views. The loft area offers a queen-size fiberglass-free memory foam mattress, skylights, and a cozy corner for meditation and reading. Modern Amenities: Enjoy a full bathroom with essential toiletries, a fully equipped kitchen with all necessary appliances, and a dining area that doubles as a workstation. The kitchen includes a 24" electric stove and oven, full-size fridge, mini waffle maker, toaster, microwave, blender, kettle, coffee grinder, and three coffee-making options: Keurig, pour-over, and French press. We've stocked the kitchen with an array of pots, pans, and eating utensils for both adults and children. Nearby Attractions: Hiking Trails: Explore Mount Utsayantha, Mine Kill State Park (with a public pool, waterfalls, and more), Catskills Scenic Trail, and Vroman's Nose Trails, all within a 30-minute drive. Local Dining: Just 5 minutes away, savor local favorites like Mama Maria's Ristorante, Mill Pond Inn, Tavern 1897, and Heartbreak Hotel. Downtown Stamford, 8 minutes away, offers cozy coffee shops and restaurants like Stamford Coffee, TP's Café, and Mac-A-Doodles. Enjoy local bars like Belvedere Inn and John's Tavern. Winter Activities: Enjoy skiing and snowboarding at Windham Mountain and Plattekill Mountain (30 mins), or venture to Hunter Ski Resort and Belleayre Ski Resort (45 mins). Nearby Towns: Hobart: 10 minutes Delhi: 25 minutes Margaretville: 25 minutes Oneonta: 35 minutes Windham: 30 minutes Cooperstown: 45 Minutes Phoenicia: 45 minutes Woodstock: 1 hour *Good to Know: Wi-Fi and Connectivity: Cell service can be intermittent in the mountains. Enable Wi-Fi calling on your smartphone for uninterrupted communication at the cabin. Book now to experience the tranquility and adventure Pudding Hill has to offer. Create lasting memories in our serene and inviting A-Frame cabin! Guest access You can access the home via key entry. Basement is not accessible to guests. The cabin and all 5 acres will be yours during your time there so go out and enjoy a hike in the woods. 1G fiber optic Wi-Fi internet access is provided, as well as a large screen Roku smart TV with access to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+ and more. Alexa is also available in the entertainment console. Other things to note The cabin sits on 5 acres of forested sloped grounds frequented by all forms of wildlife, including but not limited to raccoons, fox, deer, etc. Please avoid leaving food in your car and garbage around the property grounds. The premise is equipped with two Blink floodlight cameras. One on the front deck facing the drive up to the cabin, and the other on the back deck facing the backwoods of the property. Cameras are used for security purposes when unoccupied, and for monitoring wildlife activity. Firewood: We always try to maintain a healthy reserve of complimentary firewood in stock while also maintaining a level of sustainability. If you plan to use the fire pit, wood burning stove, or hot tub and notice we are low on wood, small bundles of wood and kindling can be purchased at the local Stewarts & Sunoco gas stations, or at the Tops supermarket in town. You can also find locals who sell bundles by the "honor" system right off their property. Pets: *Pudding Hill is a dog-friendly cabin. Due to allergies, cats are NOT allowed. All pets must be announced prior to the stay and the $100 fee per dog must be paid prior to the arrival. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed. Other animals are not permitted without prior approval. All pets must be kept on property as neighbors dogs tend to patrol the private roads near their home. Any dangerous behavior on behalf of the pets towards our neighbors or their dogs can lead to a cancellation of the remainder of your stay without a refund. *Please clean up after your pet both inside and outside of the cabin, including their paws upon entry of the cabin (ALL dog waste NEEDS to be picked up). Failure to do so will result in a $150 fine that will be strictly enforced. Never leave your pet(s) unattended at the cabin, or around the property. You are financially responsible for any damage done by your pet(s). This is hunting country, so please do not be alarmed by the occasional rifle being shot from a distance. Hunting season is open during the fall/winter season.