Lakeside Gem: Hot Tub & Game Room in Hancock
Secluded Catskills Estate on 750 Acres | 9BR, 2 Kitchens, Lake Access, Hot Tub & Banquet Space
Designed for large family gatherings, reunions, and unforgettable group getaways, this expansive 9-bedroom, 4-bath lodge offers rare privacy, space, and amenities you simply won’t find anywhere else. Set on 750 private acres near Russell Lake, the property comfortably brings everyone together—while still giving plenty of room to spread out and unwind.
With two full kitchens, multiple living areas, and oversized indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, this home is built for shared meals, celebrations, and quality time. Spend your days swimming, kayaking, or canoeing on the lake, then come back to enjoy the game room, indoor sauna, outdoor hot tub, balcony, and wide-open lawn—perfect for yard games, cookouts, and evening fires under the stars. The property is pet-friendly, with acres of land for your four-legged family members to roam freely.
A True All-Season Group Retreat
Located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, The Lodge at Hilltop Estate delivers sweeping mountain and valley views in every season. Once a thoroughbred horse farm, the estate has been thoughtfully transformed into an upscale rustic retreat that blends comfort with adventure.
Whether your group wants to fish, hike, bird-watch, kayak, play sports, relax in the hot tub, or gather around the fire pit, there’s something here for everyone. Indoors, enjoy a pool table, game table, exercise space, and sauna—ideal for rainy days or winding down after outdoor adventures.
Bonus Banquet Space for Gatherings & Events
What truly sets this property apart is the attached banquet room (not heated), offering a large additional space that’s perfect for reunion dinners, celebrations, group activities, workshops, or creative setups. The possibilities are endless and add a unique flexibility rarely found in vacation rentals.
Easy to Get To, Hard to Leave
8 miles to Hancock, NY
10 miles to Deposit, NY
~2.5 hours from NYC
~3 hours from Philadelphia
~5 hours from Boston or DC
If you’re looking for a place where everyone can come together, make memories, and still enjoy privacy, nature, and comfort, The Lodge at Hilltop Estate is the ideal setting for your next group getaway.
The Space
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
Bedroom 3: 1 full bed
Bedroom 4: 1 full bed
Bedroom 5: 1 full bed
Bedroom 6: 1 full bed
Bedroom 7: 1 queen bed
Bedroom 8: 2 twin bunk beds, 2 twin beds
Bedroom 9: 1 queen bed, 1 full bed, 1 twin bed
Additional: 1 portable crib
Outdoor Fun & Relaxation
- Private hot tub and lake dock
- Furnished balcony and picnic area
- Gas and charcoal grills
- Fire pit with mountain views
- Outdoor dining and lounge seating
- Lawn games: cornhole, horseshoes, volleyball
- Sports equipment provided
- Entertainment room
- 200 yards to lake access with 2 rowboats, 1 canoe, and 1 kayak
- 250 acres to explore
Game Room
- Pool table and backgammon
- Smart TV and wet bar
Indoor Living
- Sauna
- 3 Smart TVs with cable
- Video game console and stereo
- Wood-burning stove
- 2 dining areas and walk-in closet
- Walk-in shower + 3 shower/tub combos
- Board games and books
Kitchen (Main & Upper Level)
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Cooking basics, dishware, and flatware
- Drip coffee maker, coffee grinder, microwave, toaster
General Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Central heating & A/C, window A/C, ceiling fans
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers
- Linens, towels, beach towels, trash bags/paper towels
Accessibility
- Step-free entry
- 1st-floor bedroom and bathroom
- Interior stairs to 2nd-floor bedrooms and bathrooms
Parking
- Driveway fits up to 20 vehicles
- RV/trailer parking available
Guest Access & Safety
- Shared lake access
- Exterior security cameras facing property boundaries
Additional Information
- The lake is shared with Camp Chavivin, a faith-based girls’ camp. Please respect their programs and modesty guidelines while enjoying shared lake space.
- Young children should be supervised around the unfenced lake.
