Frequently Asked Questions
Planning a Catskills vacation? Review some of our most frequently asked questions to see if Winter Clove Inn is the perfect Catskills Resort for you.
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Winter Clove Inn is a down-to-earth, family-friendly Catskill Mountain Resort that has welcomed guests to Upstate New York since 1838. We take great pride in being a property where everyone is welcome and always greeted with friendly fun hospitality. Whether you prefer hiking boots or flip-flops, ski pants or swim trunks, we’re sure you’ll love your stay at Winter Clove. We don’t judge and expect our guests to extend this same courtesy to each other.
Yes, Winter Clove Inn is one of the most family-friendly resorts in the Catskills. Kids of all ages love the playground, swimming in the pools, nature walks, lawn and board games, bowling, and more.
Yes, Winter Clove Inn is one of the few Catskill Mountain resorts that is open year-round. Every season is a great time to visit Upstate New York!
We are in the Northern Catskill Mountains of Upstate New York. Our address is 557 Winter Clove Rd. (PO Box 67), Round Top, NY 12473.
Winter Clove Inn has been single-family-owned and operated since originally opening in 1838. This makes us one of the oldest resorts in the Catskills.
No, being a historic resort there is no elevator.
No, we do not offer any type of shuttle service or public transit.
Yes, complimentary parking is available for all overnight guests.
No, we do not allow pets. Service animals that meet the ADA requirements are welcome. For pet boarding, we recommend Catskill Mountain Bed & Biscuit but are not affiliated in any way.
For the most part, the resort’s grounds and amenities are only available for overnight guests of Winter Clove Inn & Resort. Hiking trails, the bowling alley, and The Escarpment Bar are sometimes open to the general public. Please, contact our front desk staff to inquire.
All buildings at Winter Clove Inn, including guest rooms, are non-smoking. While smoking is permitted outside and away from the buildings, it is not permitted on any porch or deck, and we ask that you be conscious of your surroundings and other guests.
Winter Clove Inn & Resort offers a full bar onsite. Outside alcoholic beverages that guests bring to the resort must be kept in the privacy of their bedroom and are never permitted in the dining room, bar, or other common areas.
There are 49 guest rooms, split between the three buildings, The Main Lodge, The Oaks Lodge, and The Carriage House.
Yes, all the guest rooms have air conditioning during the warmer months.
Yes, all our guest rooms have private bathrooms.
Yes, all rooms are equipped with linens, towels, and basic toiletries such as hand/body soap, shampoo, conditioner, and lotion.
No, our guest rooms do not have refrigerators. If guests have items that need to be refrigerated the front desk staff can place them in one of the kitchen refrigerators, we can also provide ice for coolers.
All our guest rooms are TV free. We believe a Catskills vacation should be spent reconnecting with nature, spending time with family, and enjoying all the Catskill Mountains have to offer. There is complimentary WiFi throughout the buildings, including the bedrooms, and a few TVs in the resort’s common areas.
Winter Clove Inn offers three meals a day, an indoor and outdoor pool, bowling alley, game room, full bar, fitness room, hiking trails, playground, sports courts, 9-hole golf course, and more. While most of the amenities are included, bowling, alcoholic beverages, and onsite purchases are available for an additional charge.
The indoor pool is heated and maintained at 81 degrees. The outdoor pool is seasonal and solar heated, so the temperature has slight variations.
We do not take tee times for the golf course. The course is only open to guest meaning tee times are not necessary.
Yes, we have a selection of complimentary sports equipment that is available for guests to use on their vacation. This includes tennis rackets, golf clubs, basketballs, pickleball paddles, frisbees, footballs, volleyballs, etc. We recommend bringing your own tennis and golf balls.
No, Winter Clove Inn does not have any laundry facilities or services on site.
Our standard rates include three meals daily for each night you stay. However, some of our specials, packages, and event rates do not include all meals. Please contact our front desk staff if you have any questions.
Breakfast is served 8:00 – 9:00 AM, lunch from 12:30 – 1:30 PM, and dinner from 6:00 – 7:00 PM. We simply ask that guest please arrive in the dining room anytime during this one hour period. Meal times may vary for holidays and events.
Yes, we can accommodate most dietary needs and restrictions such as allergies, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. Please let us know at the time of booking.
Check-in is 3:00PM and check-out is 11:00AM. Guests arriving before the 3:00PM check-in time are welcome to enjoy the grounds and amenities after registering with the front desk, but we cannot guarantee you access to the room before 3:00PM. On your day of departure, you are welcome to stay on site and use the amenities after vacating your room. Complimentary early check-in and late check-out are offered when availability allows but cannot be guaranteed.
- Being a smaller family-owned resort, cancellations have a significant impact on our business. Therefore, if you need to cancel your reservation, or make any changes to the number of nights, number of rooms, or number of guests you must do so at least two weeks (14 days) before your arrival date. Cancellations made 14 days or more before the scheduled arrival date will receive a full refund of their deposit. Any cancellations made less than 14 days prior to arrival will result in forfeiture of your deposit. Reservations that are canceled less than 24 hours before the scheduled arrival date, and no-show reservations, will be charged for the full duration of the stay to the credit card on file.
- For last minute bookings in which you make the reservation less than 14 days before your arrival date, you must cancel within 24 hours of booking to receive a refund. Cancellation after 24 hours will result in forfeiture of your deposit.
- Our cancellation policy may vary for group reservations, room blocks or reservations of five or more rooms. If this applies to you, please contact our reservation desk directly for cancellation information.
Each reservation must be confirmed with a valid credit card at the time of booking. The card’s expiration date must be after your scheduled departure date. At the time of booking, a deposit of $50.00 per room per night will be charged to the credit card. The remaining balance for your stay is due upon check-out. Please note, deposits are non-transferable, e.g. a deposit is tied to a specific room and will be applied to that room’s final bill. Any refunded deposits or payments must be refunded to the same card to which they were originally charged. Deposit policy may vary for group reservations.
All rates are subject to 8% NYS sales tax. Gratuities are not included in the rate but always appreciated by our staff.
Requests for specific rooms cannot be guaranteed. However, we will make every reasonable attempt to satisfy your request. Please call our reservation desk directly to discuss the available options when booking.
We are a family-friendly resort and welcome children of all ages. However, to make a reservation or check-in we require the guest to be 21 years of age or older.
Absolutely! We regularly host family reunions, retreats, corporate off-sites, weddings, and other events in the Catskills. Please contact our reservation desk directly to learn more about bringing your group to our Catskill Mountain resort.
The Hudson, NY train station (HUD) is approximately a 30-minute drive and is serviced by Amtrak.
Albany International Airport is approximately 1 hour north of us by car. Stewart International Airport is approximately 1 hour south by car. The NYC airports are approximately 2.5 – 3 hours south by car.
Absolutely! While the activities and feel of the region may change from season to season, the Catskills are always worth the trip.
The Catskills are a great place to visit during the winter months. Downhill skiing is available at nearby Windham Mountain Club and Hunter Mountain Resort, while Winter Clove Inn offers cross-country skiing on site. The towns of Catskill, Saugerties, and Hudson are nearby with vibrant and lively main streets all year long. Plus, there is still plenty to do at Winter Clove Inn with the indoor pool, bowling alley, bonfires, game room, bar, and more.
While it is impossible to predict exactly and peak color varies slightly from year to year, we generally recommend visiting in mid-October for the best chance to experience peak fall foliage in the Catskills. Located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, Winter Clove Inn is one of the best fall foliage resorts in Upstate New York. Surrounded by thousands of acres of undisturbed nature, our mountain setting offers spectacular autumn scenery and one of the longest foliage seasons in the region. Because leaves at the higher elevations in the mountains behind the resort begin changing before those directly around the resort, guests often enjoy beautiful fall colors over an extended period.
Winter Clove Inn is conveniently located within 15-45 minutes of many of the Catskills’ most popular attractions, including Kaaterskill Falls, North-South Lake, Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain Club, Hudson, Woodstock, Olana State Historic Site, Thomas Cole National Historic Site, Mountain Top Arboretum, and the Hudson River Skywalk. Whether you’re interested in hiking, waterfalls, scenic drives, shopping, art, or family-friendly activities, there are countless things to do within a short drive of our historic Catskill Mountain resort.
The Catskill Mountains are home to many charming small towns, each offering its own unique character and attractions. Some of our favorite nearby towns include Hudson, known for its antique shops, art galleries, and excellent dining; Tannersville, the colorful “Painted Village in the Sky” with local boutiques and mountain charm; Woodstock, famous for its arts community, live music, and eclectic shops; and Catskill, a picturesque Hudson River village with historic architecture, main street shops, and waterfront parks. Whether you’re interested in shopping, art, history, scenic views, or simply strolling through a quaint Main Street, these Catskills towns make wonderful day trips during your stay at Winter Clove Inn.
Browse the antique shops, bookstores, art galleries, and restaurants in nearby Hudson, Saugerties, or Catskill. Visit a local brewery, winery, or coffee shop, and explore the exhibits at local museums like the Thomas Cole National Historic Site. Of course, some of our guests’ favorite rainy-day memories happen right here at Winter Clove Inn. Take a swim in our indoor pool, enjoy a game of bowling, relax with a book on our front porch, play board games with family and friends, or simply unwind and enjoy the slower pace that a rainy day in the Catskill Mountains provides.