About The Black Bear Cottage

A Year-Round Catskills Retreat for Families, Friends & Nature Lovers

Tucked on a quiet three-acre property just outside Livingston Manor, Black Bear Cottage is a thoughtfully restored Catskills vacation home designed for travelers who want comfort, nature, and a bit of magic in every season. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a weekend escape from the city, or a relaxing group stay in Upstate New York, the cottage offers space to gather—and space to breathe.

Inside, the light-filled open layout invites connection. The chef’s kitchen makes cooking together a joy, the dining area is perfect for long meals and late-night conversations, and the cozy living spaces offer room to unwind after days spent exploring nearby hiking trails or the region’s well-known fly-fishing waters. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the cottage comfortably hosts 7–8 guests, making it ideal for families, couples traveling together, or friends looking to escape into the quiet beauty of the Catskills.

Step outside and life slows down. The wrap-around deck is made for morning coffee, the fire pit invites s’mores and stargazing, and the year-round outdoor hot tub has become a guest favorite—whether surrounded by fireflies in summer or fresh snow in winter. The gentle slope behind the house turns into a playful sledding hill in colder months, and the Rail Trail just steps away is perfect for peaceful walks, runs, and wildlife watching.

A few steps from the main house, the tiny house retreat offers a sunlit, private space for yoga, meditation, journaling, or simply a quiet moment with nature. It’s a calming counterbalance to the cottage’s warm, social energy—an unexpected sanctuary that guests love returning to.

No matter the season—spring wildflowers, summer hikes, fall foliage, or cozy winter nights—Black Bear Cottage is a place to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the best of the Catskills in a home that feels both elevated and inviting.

Modern dining room with wooden table, which can comfortably sit 8 guests at this catskills getaway perfect country getaway close from Livingston Manor NY

Renovated chef’s kitchen at Black Bear Cottage – Catskills cabin rental with full gourmet kitchen, a window with natural light, a delight for friends and family who enjoy cooking together- Ideal chefs' retreat in the catskills

Bright dining area at Black Bear Cottage, ideal for family meals and group gatherings in the Catskills. Perfect week-end escape just a few hours from New York and Brooklyn

Cozy modern living room at Black Bear Cottage, Catskills rental home for families and groups - perfect for gatherings with friends or family of 8.

Living room with a wood stove where friends and family can gather to read, play games and relax at The Black Bear Cottage, just a few hours away from Brooklyn and New York city- Perfect for a weekend escape

Comfortable guest bedrooms with queen bed at Black Bear Cottage – 4-bedroom Catskills vacation home for up to 8 guests

A bedroom with two single beds, at Blackbear cottage-Comfortable guest bedrooms at Black Bear Cottage – 4-bedroom Catskills vacation home for up to 8 guests

Comfortable guest bedrooms at Black Bear Cottage – 4-bedroom Catskills vacation home for up to 8 guests

Light-filled primary suite at Black Bear Cottage, Catskills vacation rental with spacious bedrooms-Design deck allows for working remotely

2 modern bathrooms at the Black Bear cottage, a vacation home rental featuring a black and white color scheme, a glass shower, vanity with black fixtures, and patterned floor tiles.

Year-round outdoor hot tub at Black Bear Cottage overlooking the forest in Livingston Manor, Catskills

Outdoor fire pit at Black Bear Cottage – ideal for stargazing and group gatherings in the Catskills