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Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history!

Family-friendly holiday home in Glenwood with a water park

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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! (Glenwood)
Interior - Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! (Glenwood)
Interior - Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! (Glenwood)
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Experience the charm of a restored Grist Mill in the picturesque Appalachian Trail, just 50 miles from NYC. Enjoy luxurious comforts like gas fireplaces, open patios, and spacious bathrooms with six-foot tubs amidst lush greenery. With safety features like sprinklered systems and proximity to attractions like Vernon Valley water park and ski center, this home offers an unforgettable retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history!

Perfectly restored Grist Mill with waterfall and barn setting. Most picturesque place in area. 50 miles from heart of NYC. Plenty of parking. Period antiques and articles of a bygone era. This house has everything. 5 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms many with 6 ft tubs, gas fireplaces throughout home, open patios, lush greenery, commercial refrigerator and freezer and stove. Safety with house being completely sprinklered. This place has to be seen to be believed. All two miles from Vernon Valley water park and ski center. 8 miles from Warwick NY and along the Appalachian Trail in Waywayanda Park. Horses, petting zoos, country stores, nurseries, wineries, breweries and restaurants in abundance. Located in the black dirt region of NY and NJ where farms abound with Apple, peach and pumpkin picking just minutes from house. Plenty of off street parking and plenty of room to enjoy everything. Located within two miles of two wedding venues, the inn is your base camp for everything the Atlantic Highlands region offers.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

While the waterfall is beautiful to look at no swimming is allowed by falls or in streams.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Glenwood, NJ

What's nearby

  • Wawayanda State Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Mountain Creek Ski Resort - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Mountain Creek Waterpark - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • LEGOLAND® New York - 25 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - 35 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Harriman Station - 39 min drive
  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Crystal Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! located?

This family-friendly Glenwood holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wawayanda State Park and Scenic Farms Golf Course. Mountain Creek Waterpark and Mountain Creek Ski Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Ski, hike or just relax. Historic grist mill sleeps 12. Stay in history! Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property..we enjoyed our stay immensely and loved the close proximity to the little store down the road. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauri K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love it! It’s an old mill so has a lot of character and charm.Bedrooms with private bath huge bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway location for big group

The property was amazing, with a large commercial stove, perfect for cooking for a large group, and there were plenty of beds for all, with each listed bedroom having its own bathroom. The waterfall and outdoor seating/recreation area was truly unique.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family President’s Day weekend

House and property is beautiful. House is very spacious and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ed H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Weekend

Good place for a family gathering. Plenty of sleeping accommodations and bathrooms. Very clean and charming
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at the Glenwood Gristmill. The outdoor part is amazing with the waterfall and all the landscaping! Beautiful flowers and birdsongs! The setting was extraordinary and it was a real treat to spend time outdoors and enjoy the lovely setting.The inside was perfect for our family group of 13, 4 bedrooms with bathrooms and 2 rooms with a total of 6 single beds. It worked out perfectly! Kevin was awesome and responded within minutes when texted. This is a unique historic and wonderfully comfortable place to stay, with an outstanding helpful manager. Slept exceptionally well. If you have an opportunity to stay at this location; do not miss it!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Holiday

We had a lovely holiday at the mill. Great pics with the waterfall in the background.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Our family vacation was wonderful. We loved this property and will recommend to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Evette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Large house with many bathrooms. Beautiful fire pit overlooking waterfall. Host was easy to contact and listing was accurate.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful holiday weekend!

The pictures do not do the house justice—so full of history and charm! And our host was excellent—accessible and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving reunion

Our family has been celebrating an early Thanksgiving/reunion at the Gristmill for the last four years. It has everything we need for a large (31 people) gathering. The out of towners stay overnight (14), the rest come in from nearby for the day. As usual, a great time was had by all.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House

We stayed for a wedding at crystal springs resort. It was absolutely perfect. The rooms are huge, and have huge in suite bathrooms. Able to get around easy, and the area is beautiful. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S., Callahan, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Warwick

Loved everything about this place. Everyone loved having their personal bathrooms, very clean, comfortable, historic but all the modern touches. This is our second time staying at the mill and we plan to come back. Kevin is very responsive and a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place

Gorgeous property with its own waterfall. While there are lots of stairs, the views from each of the 5 bedrooms are beautiful. Not far from a wedding venue and a small town with a major grocery store. I got lots of kudos from the family for this selection.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend Time

Our weekend at your property was perfect. We had 4 couples who spend one weekend a year together to catch up and be together. It was just perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Thanksgiving

Our large extended family has an early Thanksgiving every year (all beds usually filled with longer distance folks, up to 35 for dinner on Saturday). This is our third year at the Gristmill and it continues to satisfy everyone. We've already booked for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for Family Event

We had a wonderful stay at the Grist Mill for our family event. It is larger than the pictures portray. The kitchen has a commercial stove and hood that made cooking for our large group very easy. And there is a great game room that provided extra space for the "kids' to segregate to. We will definitely consider renting the Grist Mill for future family gatherings.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Gathering

A truly unique property - complete with fire pit, stream and its own waterfall! We had plenty of space for eight of us to have room to spare and celebrate the life of one of our beloved friends who passed away two years ago. We were also pleasantly surprised by the nearby places to eat, golf, get supplies, etc. A very special weekend for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C., Great Meadows, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Huge Home, with lots of room in each bedroom with personal Bathrooms. So much room in this House, was on Old B&B so everyone has as much privacy as they want. The beautiful setting sitting by the streams and waterfalls was unbelievable, We slept with our windows open to listen to the "white noise" of the water. Perfect for our Bachelorette Party. Loved it and visited the Wineries in area too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Amazing Place

This was the best place for group! We had 4 families (14 of us all together) with kids ages ranging from 9 to 16. We were all able to have our own room with attached bathrooms. There was a game room that all the kids loved hanging out in. There was plenty of outdoor sitting to be able to hang out outside as well. Kevin was a very attentive host and quickly fix any issues we had. I would definitely recommend this place if you are traveling with a large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical

Our family stay was amazing. The host was very accommodating and helpful down to recommending restaurants. The house was intriguing and comfortable. Very rarely do you get to sleep in history that is not a refurbished house. The grist mill and the pats remained commended with the decor was a perfect combination of history and the best of modern comfort. The outdoor space was wonderful for the kids to go to the waterfall and use their imaginations to play while the adults could sit in one of the many outdoor seating spaces watching them. All of the people in our party commented on the size of the rooms, the cleanliness and how so close to many places to hike, shop and dine. We all intend on staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful old grist mill

This is a beautiful four story mill that was converted into a gorgeous home. There are plenty of original mill workings in every room. The bedrooms are large and each has en suite bathrooms. There is a secluded back yard with a beautiful private waterfall and creek. If you like historical homes, privacy, and waterfalls, you won’t be disappointed. And if you like walking and hiking, there is plenty of that nearby. We had a small problem when we arrived, but Kevin was quick to respond and sort it out. We would definitely stay here again. It was perfect for our family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Saddness turned to comfort

Gathering for a family funeral we came from many directions.. Tennessee/ North Carolina/ Arizona / Albany/NJ/ Savannah/ The house was warm and welcoming with lots of space and choices.. the setting allowed us to be together with space. INTERNET. WONDERFUL KITCHEN AND A WATERFALL ....fireplaces were wonderful- it was the perfect spot for 12 of us to be together in an amazing home at a very sad time. It was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay at the Glenwood Mill

Our family gathered at this location as we were in town to celebrate a wedding. It turned out to be so much more than just a place to stay – it was an unforgettable experience. The historic charm of the property, with its scattered traces of history, added a unique touch to our stay. The thoughtful updates made throughout the home enhanced our overall experience. While there were a few minor issues, such as some worn and broken outdoor furniture by the waterfall, a missing remote in one of the bedrooms (we searched through all 65+ drawers, cubbies, and shelves in that room!), non-functioning lights, and the AC struggling with the intense heat, these did not detract from our enjoyment. Despite these minor inconveniences, our stay was nothing short of a 5-star experience. I would highly recommend this place to anyone seeking a special getaway and I am already planning a return visit with family members from France who would also appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of this property. The house itself is truly incredible, the surroundings are picturesque, and the overall experience is one to remember.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

First for the good. This house was a joy to stay at. It fit our group of 16 with room to spare. The grounds are breathtaking and the little town it is in is ridiculously charming. The house does have its quirks but has so much character to make up for it. Now the not so good.the kitchen was not well set up. There weren’t very many normal drinking glasses or coffee mugs and what was there was somewhat dirty with dried on food on multiple of them which was gross. There was a Keurig and a drip coffee pot, both of which worked good but there was no crockpot. There also was a lack of towels and blankets for that amount of people and we had to request them after we got there and realized there wasn’t enough but the manager was responsive and we got them later that same day. I wasn’t pleased with the fact that as our group was heading out one morning, pest control came by and let themselves into the house without any warning. I felt that a heads up should have been warranted. We also didn’t have enough garbage bags. It felt like the bare minimum of basic household things were supplied which has not been a problem at any of the other VRBO homes I have stayed at. Overall, it was a good experience and we had a great time but there were some very fixable things that I would like to see changed before I would consider rebooking this house.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024