<bi-shortcode id="disclaimer" class="mceNonEditable" data-type="insiderpicks"> </bi-shortcode><p><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/travel" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://static5.businessinsider.com/image/5fa95b52f7d1cb0019e3a7b7-1200/best-airbnbs-upstate-new-york.jpg" border="0" alt="best airbnbs upstate new york" data-mce-source="Airbnb"></a></p><bi-shortcode id="summary-shortcode" data-type="summary-shortcode" class="mceNonEditable" contenteditable="false">Summary List Placement</bi-shortcode><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>As the pandemic continues, local getaways to outdoorsy locations remain a top travel option.</strong></li><li><strong>We found cozy Airbnbs in Upstate New York, including top-rated cabins, cottages, and barns.</strong></li><li><strong>Our picks are all within three hours of New York City and range from $100 to $400 per night to start.</strong></li></ul><p>Upstate New York is a year-round destination, but winter is an especially magical wonderland for skiing and outdoor sports. Meanwhile, spring and summer are breaths of fresh air with ample hiking, kayaking, and swimming; fall attracts visitors who come to savor the fall foliage and crisp climate. </p><p>For those seeking an easy getaway from the New York metro area that's a safer, remote option during the continuing pandemic, Upstate New York offers wide-open spaces that make it easy to practice social distancing while spending time outdoors.</p><p>And if you're <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/is-travel-safe-coronavirus" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="20">wondering if travel is safe</a>, experts consider private vacation homes, such as those on <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/are-airbnbs-safe-coronavirus" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="20">Airbnb, as one of the safer places to stay</a>, especially when <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/which-is-safer-airbnb-hotels-coronavirus" target="_blank" rel="noopener">compared to hotels</a>. This is because you are often booking an entire home protected from interaction with others.</p><p>Airbnb also announced rigorous new procedures including the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Cleaning Protocol</a>, which all hosts must now follow. Hosts may also choose to go a step further and opt into a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/are-airbnbs-safe-coronavirus" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Booking Buffer</a>, which enforces a vacancy period between stays.</p><p>Of course, there is no firm guarantee with regard to safety. It's crucial to follow guidelines and advice from organizations such as the CDC and WHO, and practice safety measures including wearing a mask, washing your hands, and maintaining social distancing. Additionally, consider your own level of risk, and whether you're traveling from or to a hotspot, so as not to increase the rate of infection.</p><p><strong>To ensure homes are the highest level of <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/happiness-expert-meik-wiking-on-hygge-and-hugs-denmark-happiest-country-2016-9" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hygge</a>, we set the following search parameters:</strong></p><ol><li>Airbnb listings are for the entire home in line with current expert recommendations.</li><li>We kept affordability in mind, but also found a range of price points to suit various needs and budgets. The homes are priced between $100 and $406 per night to start.</li><li>All are highly rated Airbnb listings in Upstate New York with a review score of 4.7 or higher, and display an Enhanced Clean badge.</li><li>Properties are unique and encourage coziness with fireplaces in lodgings such as cabins, cottages, chalets, and more.</li></ol><p>Most will require a car. However, if you're that kind of New Yorker who doesn't own one, or never puts their license to use, don't let that come between you and a crackling fireplace. <a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/links/6415797/type/dlg/sid/biip_091619_cozyairbnb/https://www.expedia.com/Cars" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Car rental deals are always available</a>, and <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/are-rental-cars-safe-coronavirus" target="_blank" rel="noopener">experts also advise that renting one in a pandemic is largely safe</a>. For further guidance, we rounded up the best car rental companies <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-car-rentals" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. </p><h2><strong>Here are the best affordable Airbnbs in Upstate New York.</strong></h2><p><strong>SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-hiking-backpack" >The best hiking backpacks</a></strong></p><p><strong>SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/cheap-hotels-under-100-dollars-around-the-world" >The best cheap hotels under $100 a night around the worldthat are surprisingly upscale, too</a></strong></p><h3>Slanted cabin in Hudson, $100</h3><img src="https://static5.businessinsider.com/image/5d7fd3a32e22af250452d654-400-300/slanted-cabin-in-hudson-100.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F26488536%3Fsource_impression_id%3Dp3_1568654973_BIvgUtwVHD7tvrpB%26irgwc%3D1%26irclid%3DVUPRRAyjNxyOTKUwUx0Mo38TUkiTRtWIsVWUzI0%26ircid%3D4273%26af%3D90830909%26iratid%3D9627%26c%3D.pi73.pk4273_196318%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this slanted cabin starting at $100 per night</a></strong></h2><p>While the outside is certainly eye-catching, this woodsy tiny home is special on the inside, too. The design is minimal, with a wood stove and lofted sleeping area.</p><p>Set on 20 acres, the location is rife with hiking trails, Catskills views, and is about 15 minutes from lovely Hudson, NY, known for high-end antiques and innovative food and drink. But when you return to the cabin, expect to be entirely off the grid. There is no electricity or running water, and the bathroom is actually an outhouse.</p><p>This home still has plenty of open dates in March and April.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.95<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:40</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Cabin in Preston-Potter Hollow, $153</h3><img src="https://static1.businessinsider.com/image/5fa957751df1d50018219877-400-300/cabin-in-preston-potter-hollow-153.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F6019257%3Flocation%3DUpstate%252C%2520New%2520York%252C%2520United%2520States%26source_impression_id%3Dp3_1591281412_gggDVKwBjJE7Q8k%252B%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1%26irgwc%3D1%26irclid%3DVUPRRAyjNxyOTKUwUx0Mo38TUkiTRq2AsVWUzI0%26ircid%3D4273%26af%3D90830909%26iratid%3D9627%26c%3D.pi73.pk4273_196318" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this cabin home starting at $153 per night</a></h2><p>This two-bedroom ranch home oozes rustic charm. Ther outside is incredibly scenic, made up of seven rolling green acres with a dock perched over a koi pond. There's even a small golf area.</p><p>Inside, a wood-burning stove is surrounded with timber wood walls, mounted antlers, and alpine-inspired decor. There's also a full kitchen, two spacious decks with a grill, and provided binoculars to watch for wildlife or take in leaf peeping in fall.</p><p>There is plenty of availability starting in December and beyond.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.98<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:30</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Octagon house in Hunter, $153</h3><img src="https://static2.businessinsider.com/image/5fa956df1df1d50018219874-400-300/octagon-house-in-hunter-153.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F22163541%3Flocation%3DUpstate%252C%2520New%2520York%252C%2520United%2520States%26source_impression_id%3Dp3_1591281445_nNbttyIkVRDgrgWd%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1%26irgwc%3D1%26irclid%3DVUPRRAyjNxyOTKUwUx0Mo38TUkiTRMyAsVWUzI0%26ircid%3D4273%26af%3D90830909%26iratid%3D9627%26c%3D.pi73.pk4273_196318" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book the octagon house starting at $153 per night</a></strong></h2><p>Situated on Papillon Lake, this octagon-shaped house is located near skiing in the winter, swimming and kayaking in the summer, and is flanked by sure-to-impress fall foliage. The private deck with Adirondack chairs makes for an impressive perch overlooking the lake.</p><p>While the design feels like a traditional mountain lodge with wood, stone, and timber-infused decor, modern updates include a large Italian-style rain shower, colorful tribal print accents, a kitchen equipped with a French press coffee, plus a smart TV. </p><p>This home has limited availability over the next few months, but dates are wide open starting in June.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.97<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:30</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Waterfall carriage house in Saugerties, $186</h3><img src="https://static3.businessinsider.com/image/5fa9651d1df1d500182198c7-400-300/waterfall-carriage-house-in-saugerties-186.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F25429546%3Fsource_impression_id%3Dp3_1604933692_UsEMCb0lhLmRLMgV" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this waterfall carriage house starting at $186 per night</a></h2><p>This dreamy listing dates back to 1903 and is directly overlooking Cantine Falls. Ideal for couples, the lofted upstairs sleeping area features a Queen-sized bed and fluffy down duvet — but be aware there is limited headroom due to the pitched roof.</p><p>Downstairs you'll find a spa-like bathroom complete with a walk-in shower, a tall wooden dining table, a comfy gray couch, and a large TV. The lovely backyard features a deck with string lights, a gazebo, a grill, and a fire pit.</p><p>This home has plenty of open dates over the next few months.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5.0<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 1:55</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>One-room schoolhouse in Forestburgh, $186</h3><img src="https://static1.businessinsider.com/image/5d7ff7f32e22af22f0299785-400-300/one-room-schoolhouse-in-forestburgh-186.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F24921204%3Fsource_impression_id%3Dp3_1613685170_IenGBLBJJ6MF4CQH%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this former schoolhouse starting at $186 per night</a></strong></h2><p>A one-room schoolhouse from 1837 was restored with painstaking care while paying homage to historic roots. Those chalkboards aren't kitsch, they're actually originals.</p><p>Other atmospheric elements were updated to feel modern and chic, such as mason jar light fixtures, farmhouse kitchen, lofted sleep area, and a subway-tiled shower. Restaurants, antiques, and hiking are all minutes away, but if you really need to recharge, the hosts can book in-home massages. </p><p>This listing still has most dates open over the next few months.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5.0<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:30</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Victorian townhome in Coxsackie, $231</h3><img src="https://static1.businessinsider.com/image/5d7fe1a72e22af2b87692795-400-300/victorian-townhome-in-coxsackie-231.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F42532554%3Flocation%3DUpstate%252C%2520New%2520York%252C%2520United%2520States%26source_impression_id%3Dp3_1591281415_owWnAN8kzZv1ZxzN%26irgwc%3D1%26irclid%3DVUPRRAyjNxyOTKUwUx0Mo38TUkiTRJSksVWUzI0%26ircid%3D4273%26af%3D90830909%26iratid%3D9627%26c%3D.pi73.pk4273_196318%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1%23availability-calendar" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this Victorian home starting at $231 per night</a></strong></h2><p>Beautifully restored, this 1880s Queen Ann Victorian is a great option for those who'd prefer to be closer to town. It's 20 minutes to Hudson – convenient for those arriving by train.</p><p>Bright and light, the minimalist palette features an Art Deco-era kitchen and hints of mint green. The superior look isn't accidental; this listing is an <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-airbnb-plus" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Airbnb Plus verified home</a>, which means the hosts are pros at taking extra care to provide a well-kept space. With two bedrooms, there's plenty of space to relax, namely the porch rocker, fenced-in garden, or in the living and dining areas next to the piano and gas-burning stove.</p><p>This home has scattered dates open in March and April with more days open in May.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5.0<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 3 hours</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Streamside cabin in Phoenicia, $231</h3><img src="https://static6.businessinsider.com/image/5ed90d7c5af6cc5f8f1b1dc3-400-300/streamside-cabin-in-phoenicia-231.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F42532554%3Flocation%3DUpstate%252C%2520New%2520York%252C%2520United%2520States%26source_impression_id%3Dp3_1591281415_owWnAN8kzZv1ZxzN%26irgwc%3D1%26irclid%3DVUPRRAyjNxyOTKUwUx0Mo38TUkiTRJSksVWUzI0%26ircid%3D4273%26af%3D90830909%26iratid%3D9627%26c%3D.pi73.pk4273_196318%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1%23availability-calendar" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this streamside cabin starting at $231 per night</a></strong></h2><p>This chic cabin is a dreamy oasis set alongside a tranquil stream that can be heard from inside the home. It's certainly alluring based on the scenery alone, which includes a riverfront deck, outdoor fire-pit with Adirondack chairs, a BBQ grill, and an indoor gas fireplace, but we love the clean, minimal interiors that look plucked from a magazine.</p><p>Highlights include a subway-tiled spa-like bathroom, a serene living room with a record player and leafy plants, a queen-sized bedroom, and a farmhouse-inspired full kitchen.</p><p>Availability opens up towards the end of March.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 5<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:15</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Converted container home in Saugerties, $232</h3><img src="https://static1.businessinsider.com/image/5fa95a8df7d1cb0019e3a7ae-400-300/converted-container-home-in-saugerties-232.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F21291113%3Fsource_impression_id%3Dp3_1604933727_29Nqpzt73%252FoQQrhO" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this container home starting at $232 per night</a></strong></h2><p>With a wood stove, fire pit, twinkle lights, a writing desk, and a kitchenette, this is the exact kind of place you're likely envisioning to get away from it all. The record player and kerosene lanterns only add to the appeal.</p><p>Fashioned out of a converted 20-foot container, this mod cabin is set next to a 30-foot waterfall and on 20 acres of wilderness. There's also a stone deck, grill, yoga platform, and hammock. The cabin is pet-friendly, and while accommodations seem largely deluxe, a few features tend toward rustic with a compost toilet, gravity-feed water, and large cooler rather than a fridge. Additionally, in the winter the wood stove is the only source of heat so be sure you are comfortable managing it. Hike the Catskills out the back door. <br /><br />Availability is limited with just a few scattered days in March and April, but more dates are open over the summer. This is also the kind of unique stay that may be worth booking early. Additionally, there are <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Fusers%2F2500792%2Flistings%3Fuser_id%3D2500792%26s%3D50" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored">three other shipping container homes</a> spread far out across the property, so you can check to see if the other options have more availability.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.85<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:30</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="20" data-uri="18a34ac984b0eaae3b22940000d05d74">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts. </p></p><br/><br/><h3>Modern mountain home in Halcottsville, $240</h3><img src="https://static2.businessinsider.com/image/5ed9083e3ad8616e4b7f0367-400-300/modern-mountain-home-in-halcottsville-240.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F17025370%3Flocation%3DUpstate%252C%2520New%2520York%252C%2520United%2520States%26source_impression_id%3Dp3_1591281406_KpFXxg7tL8XEdyrM%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1%26irgwc%3D1%26irclid%3DVUPRRAyjNxyOTKUwUx0Mo38TUkiTRvTgsVWUzI0%26ircid%3D4273%26af%3D90830909%26iratid%3D9627%26c%3D.pi73.pk4273_196318" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this mountain home starting at $240 per night</a></h2><p>Nestled into a private road surrounded by 10 lush acres is the so-called SPACECRAFTX 1, a single-wide trailer transformed into a stunning home lined with walls of glass sliders framed by forest trees and mountain views.</p><p>The decor is luxe, akin to a stylish boutique hotel, and an expansive deck is flanked by a Japanese rock garden, flower beds, and outdoor seating. With one queen bed and one double, the space is great for a couple or small family and is even pet-friendly.</p><p>Availability is scattered in March and April, with more dates opening up in May.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.93<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:40</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Grey chalet loft in Saugertis, $250</h3><img src="https://static4.businessinsider.com/image/60303a90623bd30012bcc565-400-300/grey-chalet-loft-in-saugertis-250.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2Fplus%2F19971088" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this chalet loft starting at $250 per night</a></strong></h2><p>Part of Airbnb Plus, this chic loft is decorated in soothing whites that mix with the natural wood accents from the ladder to the sliding barn door for the bathroom. Small but cozy, the downstairs includes a comfy bed separated from the main room by airy white curtains, a dining table, couch, and a full kitchen with a turquoise tile backsplash. A large chandeleir hanging above the dining table catches the sunlight that streams in via a skylight. Upstairs is an additional small hangout area under the pitched roof. </p><p>This home still has plenty of open dates over the next few months.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.97<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 1:55</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>The 'Cubhouse' in Bearsville, $251</h3><img src="https://static3.businessinsider.com/image/5ed9143d3ad86174fe1243d0-400-300/the-cubhouse-in-bearsville-251.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F40311741%3Flocation%3DUpstate%252C%2520New%2520York%252C%2520United%2520States%26source_impression_id%3Dp3_1591281437_3mTKY6Fsspg3GUr3%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1%26irgwc%3D1%26irclid%3DVUPRRAyjNxyOTKUwUx0Mo38TUkiTRa09LwaCx40%26ircid%3D4273%26af%3D90830909%26iratid%3D9627%26c%3D.pi73.pk4273_196318" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book the 'Cubhouse' starting at $251 per night</a></strong></h2><p>Adorably named the 'Cubhouse,' this mountain cottage near Woodstock dates back to 1909 and was originally owned by a medicine woman in the early 1900s.</p><p>Enchanting details include an arched wooden door, a stone fireplace, and one bedroom under a vaulted ceiling. Witness wildlife visitors come to drink from a small pond, fire up the outdoor propane grill, or cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace before sinking into the hanging egg chair to gaze at the mountains</p><p>There is good availability starting at the end of March.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.87<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2 hours</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Chalet in Windham, $392</h3><img src="https://static6.businessinsider.com/image/5d7ff04e2e22af20dd6265c5-400-300/chalet-in-windham-392.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/reviews/out'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F22302825%3Fsource_impression_id%3Dp3_1613685359_t9bPXrPP1bqlp9SC%26guests%3D1%26adults%3D1" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this chalet starting at $392 per night</a></strong></h2><p>For a mountain getaway, this Catskills retreat sleeps 10 under rustic beamed ceilings. Your host even provides firewood and kindling; all you need to do is BYOS: bring your own s'mores.</p><p>The decor is midcentury modern meets rugged ski lodge with plenty of stone, wood, and brick accents. The farmhouse kitchen, spacious dining area, and King-sized master (one of three bedrooms) make this home highly livable.</p><p>Located near Windham and Hunter mountains, this lodge is usually booked solid in busy winter ski months; visiting before the ski resorts open is a great way to snag an otherwise elusive booking.</p><p>This home still has plenty of open dates from mid-March on.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.92<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:40</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Scandanavian barn in Germantown, $495</h3><img src="https://static1.businessinsider.com/image/5fa95dc4f7d1cb0019e3a7c3-400-300/scandanavian-barn-in-germantown-495.jpg" alt="" /><p><h2><a href="https://airbnb.pvxt.net/c/196318/264339/4273'u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.airbnb.com%2Frooms%2F24596069%3Fsource_impression_id%3Dp3_1604933731_XaxEdmcCeRLpbBNx" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Book this Scandanavian barn starting at $495 per night</a></h2><p>This airy and Scandinavian-inspired barn is a design lover's dream stay thanks to its chic interiors that feature an all-white color palette. Impeccable details include soaring ceilings with wooden beams, floor-to-ceiling views overlooking the Catskill Mountains, and eclectic and vintage furnishings like a clawfoot soaking tub and a Victorian-style chaise. </p><p>The home sits on 14 acres of open fields and walking paths right next to a pond, so enjoying nature is as easy as walking out the door. Within the hamlet of Germantown, its also just five minutes from Main Street where you can enjoy perusing boutiques or dining at James Beard-nominated Gaskins restaurant.</p><p>This home still has dates open at the end of February and into early March. It's wide open starting in April.</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> 4.92<br /><strong>Drive from NYC:</strong> 2:10</p><p><strong>COVID-19 cleaning procedures: </strong>This home participates in Airbnb's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/airbnb-new-cleaning-protocol" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Enhanced Clean program</a>, meaning the host is committed to a rigorous cleaning protocol developed with leading health and hospitality experts.</p></p><br/><br/><h3>Find more cozy East Coast Airbnbs</h3><img src="https://static2.businessinsider.com/image/5ff482123793140019e285b8-400-300/find-more-cozy-east-coast-airbnbs.jpg" alt="" /><p><ul class="summary-list"><li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/affordable-airbnb-cabins-catskills" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="80">The best cabins in the Catskills</a></li><li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/unique-airbnb-rentals-hudson-valley-beacon-new-york" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="80">Unique and affordable Airbnbs in the Hudson Valley</a></li><li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-airbnbs-adirondacks" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="80">The best Airbnbs in the Adirondacks</a></li><li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-airbnbs-maine" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="100">The best Airbnbs in Maine</a> </li><li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-airbnbs-vermont" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-module="body_link" data-analytics-post-depth="100">The best Airbnbs in Vermont</a></li><li><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/best-airbnbs-new-england" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-analytics-post-depth="80">The best Airbnbs in New England</a></li></ul></p><br/><br/>
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