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Sacred Waterfall & Quiet Retreat

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· Middleburgh, Schoharie, New York
25 acres hosted by Amy W.
3 lodging sites · 2 tent sites
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NOTE: THIS IS A QUIET AREA for reconnecting with nature. Not suitable for parties or loud groups. For generations, the majestic waterfall has been revered for its spectacular beauty and power. It is considered a sacred site that has been central to local land rematriation work with the Kanienkeha:ka, also known as the Mohawks, Coursing between two outcroppings in a deep ravine, Kahonrakén:ra Waterfall crashes down over mossy rock shelves into a hidden pool, which then empties again into the river, running into emerald swimming holes and through dramatic clay beds. The effect is transporting. Truly, it is one of those extraordinarily beautiful spots on earth that makes you feel like you are in another world. There are two tiny cabins on the property. Both sites have extra space to set up a tent if needed. The Forest Cabin is insulated with hemp, has electric lights and outlets, is bigger inside with a work desk, Anderson crank out windows, a bigger deck, and two twin mattresses under the bed if you need them. The Wildflower Cabin is a bit deeper in the forest, a little smaller, uninsulated with two walls of old-school wood-pane windows that open out to the forest completely, one twin mattress under the bed and a powerstrip for light electric use. Both sites have private fire pits, solar shower stalls, fans for cooling and an electric heater for chilly nights. It's a 10 minute hike down the gorge to the waterfall from the campsites. Each campsite has a private path down to the waterfall, where you can spend the day swimming, exploring the clay beds and looking for fossils in the 280 million year old gorge. In the evening, make a campfire at your fire pit and fall asleep under the stars listening to the waterfall and the river below. Be aware that the hike is steep and appropriate footwear is required. All hiking is at your own risk. Although your path to the waterfall is private and the waterfall is on private property, there may be other guests or locals that access the waterfall further down the road. There is no glass or alcohol allowed at the falls. Please be aware that you may hear your camping neighbors in the woods. For this reason, we ask that you don’t play amplified music and to keep noise down after 10pm to chillax and enjoy the sounds of frogs, crickets, owls, and night songs of the countryside that makes Schoharie so special. In the big red barn at the entrance to the campsites there is a community room with a charging station, cold water sink, mini fridge, coffee maker, grills, and a port-a-potty for your use. There are also 5 gallon solar shower bags that you can use at your campsite. You are responsible for filling them and putting them in the sun to heat the water. :) This is a leave no trace site. Please take all your trash with you when you leave. And please bring your own biodegradable soap for dishes and toilet paper for the port-a-potty! Firewood is available onsite for $1 per log. The Schoharie Valley is said to be the most fertile valley east of the Mississippi. It is still wild, unspoiled country and there are many local farms with fresh produce and organic meat within 5 miles of the house. There are several farm stands and a general store a few miles away, Scrumpy Ewe Cidery, Panther Creek Arts, and the Sap Bush Country Store and Café just up the hill in West Fulton. Mustang Valley, a wild mustang sanctuary and rescue center, is just down the road. Nearby hikes include Looking Glass Pond and Vroman's Nose, among many others.
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Apple Grove Camp & Sacred Waterfall

96% (13)
Tent site · Sleeps 2
Pitch your tent in a old apple grove just off a country road. The campsite adjoins a meadow filled with fireflies, wildflowers, fruit trees and wild medicines. Across the road, a 15-minute hike leads you to Kahonrakén:ra, a majestic 120' sacred waterfall and hidden swimming cove. Spend the day exploring ancient clay beds and fossil-studded rocks in a 280-million-year-old gorge, then return to your site, make an fire and fall asleep under the stars. Your campsite features sunny and shaded areas, a picnic table, and a fire pit. It's completely private, with just one other site over 200 feet away accessed by a separate trail through the forest. You can park your vehicle in the meadow at the trailhead to your site and you will load in your gear via a short path approx. 10 yards. Another short trail takes you to the community barn across the road, where you’ll find port-a-potties, a cold water sink, refrigerator, charging station, coffee maker, and grills. Firewood is available onsite for $1 per log (cash or Venmo). Please respect this LEAVE NO TRACE site—carry out what you bring in, and bring extra TP for the toilets (please do not bury any onsite). **Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Nearby: local farm stands (including Barber's and Sap Bush Hollow Honor Store), Sap Bush Café (Saturdays), Wild Mustang Sanctuary, and hikes like Vroman’s Nose and Looking Glass Pond.
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Starlight Platform Sacred Waterfall

100% (3)
Tent site · Sleeps 4
Pitch your tent next to a 30' x 30' platform in a quiet meadow of wildflowers and purple thyme. With sweeping Eastern views of the mountains, the campsite is surrounded by apple and pear trees, medicinal plants, butterflies and fireflies. This is a private, peaceful spot to reconnect with the land. Across the road, a 15-minute hike leads you to Kahonrakén:ra, a majestic 120' sacred waterfall and hidden swimming cove. Spend the day exploring ancient clay beds and fossil-studded rocks in a 280-million-year-old gorge, then return to your site, make a fire and fall asleep under the stars. Your campsite features both sunny and shaded areas, a picnic table, a fire pit and a port-a-potty. It's completely private, with just one other site over 200 feet away accessed by a separate trail through the forest. You can pull your vehicle directly up to the site via a private gravel road for easy access. A nice walk or quick drive—takes you to the community barn across the road, where you’ll find additional port-a-potties, a cold water sink, refrigerator, charging station, coffee maker, and grills. Firewood is available onsite for $1 per log (cash or Venmo accepted) Please respect this LEAVE NO TRACE site—carry out what you bring in, and bring extra TP for the toilets (please do not bury any onsite). Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Nearby: Local farm stands (including Barber's and Sap Bush Hollow Honor Store), Sap Bush Café (Saturdays), a Wild Mustang Sanctuary, and hikes like Vroman’s Nose and Looking Glass Pond.
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Wildflower Cabin & Sacred Waterfall

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Cabin · Sleeps 4
Nestled in an enchanted forest above Kahonrakén:ra—a 120-foot sacred waterfall—this tiny cabin offers an unforgettable off-grid escape. Follow a trail past wildflowers and medicinal plants below the red barn silo to your peaceful forest retreat. Take a 10-minute hike to spend the day swimming beneath the falls, exploring 380-million-year-old fossil beds, and wandering the clay gorge. At night, light a fire, listen to the river below, and fall asleep under the stars. 🦋 The Space: The Wildflower Tiny Cabin comes with a queen bed, memory foam floor mattress, and 3 pillows provided (**bring your own sheets, pillowcases, towels, and blankets), a picnic table, fire pit, flat tenting area onsite for extra guests, one electrical outlet, and an electric heater. No plumbing or Wi-Fi. There are no standing showers. Solar shower bags are available to fill, heat in the sun, and hang on a tree to use. Shared Amenities at the Community Barn: port-a-potties, cold water sink, fridge, charging station, coffee maker, grills, firewood for sale ($1/log – cash or Venmo), hammocks and pop-up tents available to rent. Important Notes: QUIET site — no parties or loud music. No amplified sound. Quiet hours after 10pm. While your site is private, you may hear others nearby. This is a LEAVE NO TRACE site —you must pack out all trash with you. The waterfall is a shared space — NO GLASS OR ALCOHOL AT THE FALLS. 🙏 **Nov 1 – Apr 1: no running water available — bring your own drinking/washing water. **Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Hiking is at your own risk. Come ready to unplug, reconnect, and experience the healing power of nature. 🌿
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Forest Cabin & Sacred Waterfall

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Cabin · Sleeps 4
Nestled in an enchanted hemlock forest, the Tiny Forest Cabin offers an unforgettable escape above Kahonrakén:ra—a 120-foot sacred waterfall in a majestic slate-rock gorge. A 10-minute hike from your cabin brings you to Panther Creek, where you can spend the day swimming beneath the falls, exploring 380-million-year-old fossil beds, wandering the river and playing in the natural clay deposits. At night, light a fire, listen to the river below, and fall asleep under the stars. Heaven! 🦋 The Space: The Tiny Forest Cabin is insulated with hemp, comes with a queen bed, 2 single memory foam floor mattress stored under the bed and 3 pillows. ***Bring your own sheets, pillowcases, towels, and blankets*** The Tiny Forest Cabin is 10 x 14, has electric lights, several wall outlets, a work desk, double pane Anderson crank out windows, and a large deck, At the site there is also a picnic table, fire pit, and a large flat tenting area for extra camping guests, There is no plumbing or Wi-Fi. Solar shower bags are available T the community barn to fill, heat in the sun, and hang on a tree in the solar shower stall behind your cabin. Shared Amenities at the Community Barn: port-a-potties cold water sink fridge charging station coffee maker grills firewood for sale ($1/log – cash or Venmo), Important Notes: This is a QUIET site — no parties or loud music. No amplified sound. Quiet hours after 10pm. While your site is private, you may hear others nearby. This is a LEAVE NO TRACE site —you must pack out all trash with you. The waterfall is a shared space — NO GLASS OR ALCOHOL AT THE FALLS. 🙏 **Nov 1 – Apr 1: no running water available — bring your own drinking/washing water. **Due to the rugged and wild nature of the land—including steep paths and water crossings—we recommend this campsite for guests who are comfortable navigating natural, unguarded terrain. It is not childproof or toddler-friendly. Hiking is at your own risk. Come ready to unplug, reconnect, and experience the healing power of nature and the waterfall. 🌿 🦋🌿
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Sparrow Cottage & Sacred Waterall

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Vacation rental · Sleeps 7
The Sparrow House is a beautiful Catskills farmhouse with a private trail to a breathtaking 120' sacred waterfall. Bordering a rock gorge and unspoiled forest, it is a peaceful retreat with a cozy wood stove, outdoor sauna and sweeping views of the mountains. Ideal for couples, families, and small groups of nature lovers, the house is not appropriate for loud parties. Camping on the lawn is permitted. Events require pre-approval. 🙏🦋🙏 The Space The Sparrow House can sleep up to 7 guests (including 2 extra single mattresses for flexible sleeping). The master bedroom has a queen bed; the second bedroom a full; and the downstairs living room an oversized single daybed which can be a flex 3rd bedroom. Perfect sleeping by the fire or lounging around, the living room has a wall of sliding doors that open to the patio, backyard, fire pit, and forest. The Sparrow House has a full kitchen, dining room, sitting room, outdoor sauna, 2 full bathrooms (one with tub, one with walk-in shower), central heat, washer/dryer, and high-speed WiFi. There are two window AC units upstairs, though the house stays pretty cool on its own. Two large flat panel TVs (HDMI only) are available. There is no cable or network TV. Outdoors Relax on the back patio, on the side porch or under the trees in a hammock. The large fenced yard is bordered by honeysuckle vines, with hummingbird feeders, a firepit, and space to run around. Dogs are welcome (fee: $75/dog), but please keep them off beds and furniture. The Waterfall Kahonrakén:ra is magical. A sacred site revered for its powerful energy, it cascades into a secluded pool before flowing into emerald swimming holes and clay riverbeds. This is a deeply restorative space. Please treat it—and the land—with care and reverence. Local Attractions The house is close to Middleburgh, Cobleskill, and West Fulton, home to the delightful Sap Bush Café and Panther Creek Arts. Nearby you'll also find cideries, wine and general stores, hiking trails (like Vroman's Nose), farmers markets, antique shops, the Zoom Flume Water Park, Howe’s Caverns, and more. Whether you're looking to soak up the quiet, explore nature or watch a double rainbow over the wildflower fields, The Sparrow House is a perfect upstate retreat any time of year.
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96% Recommend174 ratings · 134 reviews

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Middleburgh, Schoharie, New York, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Amy W.

Joined in May 2022

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