Callisto Hilltop House
Callisto Hilltop House
Embrace the peace and tranquility of Callisto Hilltop House, an idyllic escape, just two hours, and a world away, from NYC. Set on a hilltop on 63 rolling acres, soak up the views of the meadows and mountains and slow down your usual pace. The elegant property sleeps up to 12 in five bedrooms, all done up in calm white and cream shades, with pale wood floors and crisp linens. Downstairs, floor-to-ceiling windows put the spectacular scenery on show whether you’re at the breakfast table, lounging on the comfy sofas, or tending to the wood-burning fire. A well-stocked kitchen makes group dining a breeze, and there’s also an outdoor grill and fire pit for alfresco dinners. Hiking trails lace the 63-acre grounds, so plan on exploring the outdoors at your leisure, or schedule a visit to the organic vegetable garden, orchard, and mini farm onsite complete with rescue chickens and pygmy goats. You can even request to have the fridge stocked with a freshly picked harvest from the gardens, join one of the farm’s occasional farm-to-table dining experiences, or even request a private dinner onsite. Pets are welcome at Callisto Hilltop House and the region is perfect for long walks with your favorite sidekick, especially along Mohonk Mountain trailheads ending with a dip in the famous Split Rock swimming hole. For local eats, try Ollie’s Pizza in High Falls or grab pastries and a coffee at Black Dot Cafe, then go antiquing in Stone Ridge at Maple Lawn 1843.
Callisto Hilltop House
$$$ | High falls, ny
Embrace the peace and tranquility of Callisto Hilltop House, an idyllic escape, just two hours, and a world away, from NYC. Set on a hilltop on 63 rolling acres, soak up the views of the meadows and mountains and slow down your usual pace. The elegant property sleeps up to 12 in five bedrooms, all done up in calm white and cream shades, with pale wood floors and crisp linens. Downstairs, floor-to-ceiling windows put the spectacular scenery on show whether you’re at the breakfast table, lounging on the comfy sofas, or tending to the wood-burning fire. A well-stocked kitchen makes group dining a breeze, and there’s also an outdoor grill and fire pit for alfresco dinners. Hiking trails lace the 63-acre grounds, so plan on exploring the outdoors at your leisure, or schedule a visit to the organic vegetable garden, orchard, and mini farm onsite complete with rescue chickens and pygmy goats. You can even request to have the fridge stocked with a freshly picked harvest from the gardens, join one of the farm’s occasional farm-to-table dining experiences, or even request a private dinner onsite. Pets are welcome at Callisto Hilltop House and the region is perfect for long walks with your favorite sidekick, especially along Mohonk Mountain trailheads ending with a dip in the famous Split Rock swimming hole. For local eats, try Ollie’s Pizza in High Falls or grab pastries and a coffee at Black Dot Cafe, then go antiquing in Stone Ridge at Maple Lawn 1843.
getting there
Accessible by Train (Amtrak to Rhinecliff Station is 23 Miles Away)
95 Miles from NYC
WHAT WE LOVE
Tranquil hilltop escape on 63 acres of meadows and farmland, with five bedrooms sleeping 12, two living spaces, a well-stocked kitchen, breakfast table, farmhouse-style dining table for 12, wood-burning fireplace, furnished outdoor patio, a firepit, on-property organic vegetable garden, orchard, and farm with rescue animals, marked hiking trails on the property, easy access to more challenging hikes on Mohonk Mountain, and fantastic local restaurants in High Falls and nearby Kingston.
AMENITIES
Transportation +
Accesible by Train (Amtrak to Rhincliff Station is 23 mMiles Away)
Property Amenities +
Bathtubs
Private Outdoor Spaces
Fireplace
Firte Pit
Bikes to Borrow
Smart TV
On-Site Parking
Lond Term Rentals Offered
Dining +
Chef’s Kitchen
Grills
Ticketed Pop Up Dinners Onsite
Private Dinners Offered
Nature & Culture +
Guests can Schedule a Hike on the Property and a Meet and Greet with the Farm Animals
Onsite Hiking Trails
Onsite Farm with Rescue Animals
Lake Onsite
Nearby Hiking Trails
Events +
Property is Available for Onsite Events
Conference Room Available
Kids +
Kids Permitted
Dogs +
Dogs Permitted
LOCAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
Words by Nikki Ridgway, Photos by Veronica Carlson, Steph Mossey
