Set in the heart of the Western Catskills, Seminary Hill is more than just a boutique hotel — it’s also a certified organic orchard, an eco-conscious cidery, and a tasting room perched atop one of Callicoon’s highest hills. Known for its MICHELIN Key–awarded hospitality and sweeping views of the Delaware River Valley, it's earned its rank as a destination unto itself.
Victorian grandeur meets Catskills charm at The Henderson in Hankins, NY. 120 miles from NYC, guests are greeted by the soothing sounds of Hankins Creek below the home, plus architectural details of a bygone era.
In 2024 the MICHELIN Guide introduced its hotel-award system — the Michelin Keys — to honor stays that excel in design, service, and sense of place. Across Upstate New York, ten properties have received this distinction, from Adirondack resorts to modern Hudson Valley retreats.
The Smithwood House is a newly built, one-of-a-kind modern home set in a wooded landscape, designed with a striking architectural profile and a sense of refined detail. Clean lines, soaring windows, and thoughtful accents come together in a layout that feels both bold and livable. Inside, every element has been carefully considered, from custom built-ins to sleek appliances, creating a home that balances contemporary form with everyday comfort.
Set along the banks of the Delaware River in Sullivan County, Callicoon blends river-town roots with a creative, slow-living spirit. Once a railroad and farming hub, the town has quietly evolved into one of the Western Catskills’ most inviting pockets — with vintage shops, natural wine bars, and farmers markets tucked between rolling hills and forested trails.
In the Catskills town of Callicoon Center, Hawthorn is an 1880s farmhouse that feels quietly modern – its historic bones preserved, its design grounded in a timeless, place-based aesthetic. The property stretches over rolling hills, framed by mature trees and open sky, offering a peaceful backdrop where nature and architecture coexist with ease.
Victorian grandeur meets Catskills charm at The Henderson in Hankins, NY. 120 miles from NYC, guests are greeted by the soothing sounds of Hankins Creek below the home, plus architectural details of a bygone era. This grand Victorian home was a boutique hotel in the 1860s, and now offered as a unique escape from the city, with a custom stone hot tub, outdoor kitchen and shower, fireplace and more.
Summer’s around the corner — and with Memorial Day just ahead, we’re officially in vacation-planning mode. Whether that means long weekends in the mountains, lazy days by the pool, or finding the perfect town to wander for a few days, we’re always on the lookout for special places to ...
Less than 120 miles from NYC, The Lakeledge and Beechwoods Knoll integrate modern style into the mountainside towns of Kenoza Lake and Callicoon in the Western Catskills. Despite following the same blueprint, these two homes – crafted by the team at Western Sullivan Properties – utilize distinct exterior elements and features of their grounds to create two unique Catskills retreats.
120 miles from NYC, Seminary Hill is many things: an enchanting boutique hotel, with 17 units across eight apartments – whose charm earned it a MICHELIN Key; a certified organic orchard, with more than 60 varieties and 1,500 trees on 12 acres; and an eco-friendly cidery meeting PassivHaus standards; and a tasting room and restaurant where ciders are paired with fresh, local food.