Soak in the Scenery: Hot Tubs with a View

Plus, Upstate events worth the trip—ice fishing, winter games, and an alpaca meet-and-greet.

February 05, 2025

Soak In The Scenery

Because a well-placed hot tub is the ultimate luxury. From misty mountain perches to sleek forest retreats, these design-forward stays are made for lingering.

Roxbury · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

A cedar sauna overlooking a pond, rolling fields and the mountains. It can’t get better.

Hunter · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Relax in the hot tub after skiing at nearby Hunter Mountain while you soak in the views over the trees.

Fleischmanns · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

A wood burning stove next to the hot tub and mountain views from every room.

Roxbury · 4 bedrooms · 4 baths

A entire spa wing with a salt-water hot tub, large windows and skylights with views of the mountains, balcony doors to the outdoor spa terrace with lounge chairs. Plus, a cedar sauna, a pond and chef’s kitchen.

Margaretville · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Situated on top of a mountain with a hot tub overlooking the hills. This house is perfect for large groups and even has a game room.

Newburgh · 2 bedrooms · 2.5 baths

A gorgeously decorated modern retreat with a cedar hot tub at the very edge of the patio overlooking the Hudson River. Seriously stunning.

Consider this your definitive guide to the most noteworthy happenings Upstate. Each week, we curate a lineup of can’t-miss events worth the journey. Because the best plans aren’t made last minute, we’re thinking ahead, spotlighting experiences weeks (or even months) in advance, so you have plenty of time to rally your crew.

2.14 – 2.16

Winter Weekender at Glen Falls House, Round Top
FIXED and Earth Beat take over the Tavern for two high-energy nights of music. Expect deep cuts, big vibes, and dancing past midnight. Dress accordingly.

2.21 – 2.23

Ice Fishing Weekend at Kenoza Hall, Kenoza Lake
A winter weekend straight out of a vintage sporting magazine—learn the art of ice fishing, set your tip-ups, and warm up with a fireside cookout on the Bluestone Patio. Frostbite never looked so chic.

2.22

The Winter Wonder Games at Spillian, Fleischmanns
Think fire and ice—competitive winter games, snow play, and a feast fit for a woodland king. End the night with bonfires, s’mores, and a toast to your victories. Let the games begin.

3.8

Alpaca Your Bags at The Arnold House, Livingston Manor
Meet, feed, and mingle with Buck Brook’s fluffiest residents before indulging in a curated market, live music, and seasonal eats in The Barn and Greenhouse.  Go for the alpacas, stay for the après.

Ice Fishing at Kenoza Hall

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