This was our first visit to the Catskills and it won’t be our last! Bill Run Ranch is gorgeous! The house sits on a hilltop overlooking the valley and other mountains. From dusk to dawn, we had a front row seat to the ever-changing views of heavy fog that blanketed the valley like snow. By 9 am, the fog was gone. Several thunderstorms at dusk lit up the sky with spectacular lightening and beautiful clouds like we had never seen. There was plenty of room to spread out in and out if the house. When it rained, we played games, and worked on puzzles, or found a quiet spot to read. The lower level is huge and has a pool table and tv with plenty of seating for everyone. No one had trouble falling asleep on the comfortable beds. We saw deer in the meadow behind the house most mornings too.
For the hikers, there are trails throughout the property and the waterfall was easy to find. The area has many hiking trails for all levels of hikers. Highly recommend the Rail Explorer as a fun excursion, followed by a great meal at the Phoenicia Diner. Margaretville is a very quaint village with some great shops and restaurants. Everyone we met was nice and very accommodating.
The entire rental process was very easy because of Kim. She is wonderful to work with and always responded to our questions promptly, professionally and with courtesy. We hope to return to this beautiful property again.