Blau Haus

We're so glad you chose to stay with us.

Welcome to your home away from home, our perfect escape from city life. Relax and unwind in the peaceful surroundings, enjoying the fresh air and local charm.

Whether you’re here to explore the great outdoors, enjoy family time, or simply relax and rejuvenate, we hope you have a wonderful time. Enjoy your stay and make yourself at home. Feel free to message us if you have any questions or need assistance.

Best wishes,

Justin

• Towels, washcloths, and hand towels
• Bedsheets, comforters
• Pack n' play and high chair
• Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash
• Toilet paper in all bathrooms
• Paper towels in the kitchen area
• Pots/pan
• Glasses (Wine + Water) 
• Plates
• Kitchenware
• Kitchen set: hand towel, dish detergent, sponges
• Coffee and Tea ( Nespresso Original and then automatic drip)
• Salt, pepper, and spices
• Laundry Detergent
• Trash bags
• Smart TV  

 Google Maps Location: 1531 Glasco Turnpike, 12477, NY 12477

To access the property, follow the instructions sent in our pre-arrival message a few days before check-in. Should you have any issues, please send us a message.

Check-in time is 4:00 PM. We can sometimes arrange an early check-in, so please contact us if you plan to arrive early and we'll do our best to accommodate you (unfortunately, we cannot promise this). If you are arriving early, refer to the “local area guide” section and be sure to pick up any groceries or supplies on the way.

If you need to get in touch with us during your stay, the quickest way is via the booking platform message system.

Nestled in the heart of New York’s Hudson Valley, Saugerties blends small-town charm with big-time scenery. Stroll the quaint downtown lined with cafes, boutiques, and galleries, hike to waterfalls at Falling Waters Preserve, or visit the iconic Saugerties Lighthouse for sweeping river views. Art lovers will be wowed by the monumental Opus 40 sculpture park, while foodies can savor farm-fresh fare and the famous Hudson Valley Garlic Festival. Just minutes from Catskills trails, antique markets, and the Hudson River, Saugerties is your perfect base for exploring the region’s beauty and culture.

Network Name: Horatio

Password: 6464300081

Cell service with the major carriers (AT&T, Verizon) is typically pretty good, but feel free to connect to the WiFi and enable WiFi calling.

• The heating is central heat with wall-mounted thermostats.
• Air conditioning is by mini-splits located throughout the house.

There's a TV with streaming. Please log out after you're done

Extra towels and bedding can be found in the hallway and bathroom closets.

We have some personal items and maintenance supplies in bins on shelving in the basement. The basement is not intended for guest use aside from access to trash cans and emergency equipment.

Please place all trash and recycling in the bins located in the garage.

• Bag trash and recycling separately before placing them in their designated bins.
• Please use the correct bin for each type of waste.
• Do not move the bins to the curb. Trash collection takes place weekly, and the service accesses the garage directly through a separate, restricted entrance to empty the bins.
• Before checking out, please make sure any accumulated trash and recycling have been disposed of properly.

The fireplace is fully functional and available for your use. However, it should only be operated by those with prior experience. For your safety and to ensure proper usage, please carefully follow these safety instructions:

1. Check the Flue: Always ensure the flue is open before starting a fire. This allows smoke to escape through the chimney. The flue handle is on the right inside looking up in the fireplace. Ensure the flue is closed upon departure.
2. Use Dry, Seasoned Wood: Only burn dry, seasoned wood to minimize smoke and ensure a clean burn.
3. Avoid Overloading: Do not overload the fireplace with too much wood. A small, controlled fire is safer and more efficient.
4. Never Leave Unattended: Never leave the fireplace unattended while a fire is burning. Always extinguish the fire completely before going to bed or leaving the house.
5. Keep a Safe Distance: Ensure all furniture, decorations, and other flammable items are kept at a safe distance from the fireplace.
6. Use Fireplace Tools: Always use the provided fireplace tools to adjust logs or handle ashes.

If you are unsure about any part of operating the fireplace, please refrain from using it and reach out to us for assistance.

1. Fuel Check

   • Ensure the propane tank is adequately filled. A full 20 lb tank will feel heavy when lifted.

2. Connection Check

   • Make sure the grill hose is securely connected to the propane tank by screwing it on tightly.

3. Safety First

   • Only use the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

   • Keep it away from porches, gazebos, or any covered structure.

   • Do not leave the grill unattended while in use.

1. Open the lid of the grill.

2. Fully open the propane tank valve located on top of the tank (turn it counterclockwise).

3. Light the burners:

   • Turn the first burner knob to the “Light” position.

   • Press the ignitor button until it lights.

   • If the ignitor doesn’t work, use a long BBQ lighter. Insert it through the side access points or directly through the grates to the burners.

   • Important: If the gas doesn’t ignite immediately, turn off the gas and wait for a few minutes to let it dissipate before trying again.

4. Once lit, close the lid and let the grill preheat for 10–15 minutes before cooking.
   
   

You may experience snow flurries and the occasional heavy snow accumulation during winter stays. The driveway is plowed automatically once 2 inches of snow has accumulated. A snow shovel can be found in the basement and rock salt for icy conditions on the deck, walkways, or driveway.

Local roads are plowed regularly, roads may be impassable for a few hours during storms. If you don’t have winter driving experience, please take extra care at night and in below-freezing conditions. 

Be careful walking on the decks and walkways in icy conditions.

When booking a house in the countryside, surrounded by lush nature and a nearby national wildlife reserve, it’s important to be prepared for encounters with various wildlife. In the evenings, you may notice an abundance of insects, some of which occasionally find their way indoors. Be cautious with open windows and doors. Additionally, food smells often attract black bears and are known for their curiosity. It’s best to avoid leaving food unattended on decks, porches, or grills, as bears have been known to investigate and even open unlocked cars in search of snacks.

We're delighted to offer you the hot tub. It's serviced regularly, so it should be warm and ready when you arrive.

Safety and Etiquette

• Maximum 4 people in the hot tub at one time.
• Age Restrictions: Children under 16 must be supervised at all times. Infants and toddlers are not allowed in the hot tub.
• No Diving or Jumping: For everyone's safety, no diving, jumping, or standing on the edge of the hot tub.
• Nothing in the Water: Please don't add soap, bubble bath, oils, lotions, or anything else to the water. This requires a full drain and refill, billed at $550.
• Cover When Not in Use: Kindly ensure the cover is put back on when the hot tub is not in use to keep the water warm and clean.
• Shower Before Use: Please rinse off before entering to keep water clean and reduce the need for extra chemicals.
• Use Hot Tub Towels: Chlorine can stain bath towels and blankets. Please only use the provided hot tub towels.
• Limit Time in the Hot Tub: Please limit your time to 15-20 minutes per session to avoid overheating.
• No Food or Alcohol: Avoid food and limit alcohol consumption in the hot tub for safety reasons.
• No Glass: Glass is not permitted in or around the hot tub.

1. Please no smoking of any kind inside the house.
2. Please confine any open fires to the fire pit provided for your enjoyment, per NYS burning regulations. Please ensure that a fire is never left unattended and any fire is fully extinguished.
3. Enjoy grilling, but clean grill after user
4. Please do not play loud music outside after 9 pm as sound can travel and disturb neighbors.
5. Due to fire risk, please no EV charging.
6. Please do not rearrange furniture in the house.

Please do not play loud music outside after 9 pm as sound can travel and disturb neighbors.

Please no smoking of any kind inside the house, including vaping.

We understand that sometimes accidents happen! Should you break anything please let us know immediately so we can replace it for the next guest. Thank you!

In case of a fire

• Exit the property as quickly as possible
• Ensure that all persons are accounted for
• Dial 911

For emergency services, call 911. Do not delay if you feel an emergency situation has arisen. State your location as 1531 Glasco Turnpike.

Drugstore chain selling a variety of beauty & health products, plus some grocery & household items.

Drugstore chain with health & beauty aids, prescriptions & photo services, plus mini-mart basics.

The Hudson Valley & Catskill region offers fantastic hiking & outdoor adventures, but it's important to be aware of ticks. Here's how to enjoy the outdoors safely:

Before You Hit the Trails:

• Dress Smart: Wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and closed-toe shoes. Tuck your pants into socks for an extra barrier.
• Repel Ticks: Choose an EPA-registered insect repellent containing DEET (20% or higher for adults, 10% or lower for children) and follow directions carefully.
• Be Tick-Savvy: Learn about tick habitats and avoid brushing against tall grass and brush where ticks are more common.

While You Hike:

• Stay on the Path: Sticking to the trail reduces your contact with tick-infested areas.
• Do Quick Checks: Throughout your hike, take a moment to scan your clothes and exposed skin for ticks.

After Your Adventure:

• Shower ASAP: A hot shower within 2 hours of being outdoors can help wash away unattached ticks.
• Full Body Check: Carefully examine yourself, children, and pets for ticks, paying close attention to warm, moist areas.

Day Trips in the Hudson Valley & Catskills by Hudson Valley Magazine

Hudson Valley Magazine Event Calendar

Woodland preserve in verdant, peaceful environs known for its picturesque locale & hiking trails.

Riverfront, day-use park with trails, grassy fields & a waterfall, plus remains of an old icehouse.

Located on the Shawangunk Mountain ridge is one of the most unique and beautiful parks in New York State. It features numerous waterfalls, lakes, and stunning cliff-edge views.

Amenities

• Boat Launches
• Bridle Path
• Food
• Museum/Visitors Center * Nature Center
• Picnic Tables
• Swimming Beach

Activities

• Biking * HELMETS REQUIRED FOR ALL USERS.
• Hiking
• Hunting
• Recreation Programs
• Snowshoeing Trails
• X-Country Skiing

The Overlook Mountain Wild Forest offers a unique combination: a historic fire tower, mountain house ruins, and impressive views of the Hudson River Valley and the central Catskills all within an under five-mile hike.

Bluestone mined in the area was transported by wagons to Kingston, where it was shipped to cities around the world. Walk the "yellow" trail that loops around part of Onteora Lake for signs of former bluestone quarrying. The yellow-marked woods road/trail starts at the parking lot on Onteora Lake and winds through an undulating forested landscape of hemlocks, pines and oaks. Trail loops winding through the woods to the north are also excellent for short mountain biking tours.

One of America’s ten most iconic rail trails, its 22 miles offers unsurpassed vistas, quiet arbors, ever-chilly caverns and a variety bridges. Spanning rivers and gorges, its bridges enable visitors and daily users to connect with nature, new friends, with our shared history and with a more sustainable future. Passing through orchards, organic farms, lakes, rivers and streams, it also links villages and towns including the Historic Huguenot District in New Paltz, the towns of Gardiner and Rosendale and ending near the historic Stockade District in the City of Kingston. The crown jewel of this 22-mile linear park is the famed Rosendale Trestle, with its 940 foot span over the Rondout Creek and soaring 150 feet above the water’s surface. When first constructed in 1872 it was dubbed the iron wonder and was the highest span bridge in the United States. Often referred to as the Walkway over the Rondout, the trestle offers more intimate views than the Wallkway Over The Hudson, yet no less spectacular views of Joppenburgh Mountain, Main Street
Rosendale and the Rondout Creek.

Water reservoir featuring a paved waterfront trail, views of the Catskills & fishing by permit.

Mountainside choice offering straightforward condos with kitchens & fireplaces, plus a ski school.

Modest ski resort with multiple lifts & terrain parks, plus night riding & equipment rentals.

Popular ski resort provides trails for all levels & a family-friendly park for tubing & skating.

Mountain with over 50 skiing & snowboarding trails & 8 lifts, plus cross-country skiing.

New American eatery in a historic farmhouse offering locally sourced dishes & original cocktails.

Stylish setting for contemporary American cuisine from an open kitchen, plus cocktails & a deck.

Modern Italian fare made from seasonal ingredients & served in a stylish restored farmhouse.

Informal, a lunch-only cafe offering inventive sandwiches, salads & soups for dine-in or takeout.

Upscale American fare made with locally sourced ingredients & served in a restored farmhouse.

Rustic haunt known for New American fare & a streamside setting on the grounds of Bearville Theater.

Rustic haunt known for New American fare & a streamside setting on the grounds of Bearville Theater.

Laid-back establishment for Asian street food, Japanese noodle bowls & cocktails.

Bright Mexican grill known for guacamole made tableside & a broad menu including some American eats.

German restaurant dishing up classic eats like schnitzel & spaetzle, plus a variety of beers.

Krause's Chocolates makes specialty chocolates, candy and chocolate bars since 1929. The original hand-dipping techniques are used today for our best chocolate.

Rustic cafe serving locally sourced American fare in kid-friendly country-comfort surrounds.

Namaste Indian Restaurant Saugerties NY is one of the finest Indian restaurant located at Saugerties, NY. Excellent staff service and reasonable prize.

Hip operation offering artisan breads & pastries, plus sandwiches, coffee & baking supplies.

Meat-free dishes, wine & beer in a space furnished with vintage finds plus seasonal outdoor seating.

Lox of Bagels is the premiere bagel, breakfast, lunch and coffee spot in the Hudson Valley. Eat in or take out daily.

Ohana Cafe brings the island spirit to Saugerties, NY. Offering coffee and full breakfast & lunch menu, including specialty crêpes. Order now (845) 247-7328.

Casual cafe serves eclectic breakfast & lunch fare featuring produce from the owners' organic farm.

Cozy spot with 16 draft beers and a focus on local ingredients inside this restored tavern space.

Microbrewery offering beer on tap & bar bites in an industrial-chic setting with outdoor seating.

Warm, laid-back brewery for in-house micro beers classic American pub fare with an Italian twist.

Windmill Wine & Spirits is a speak-easy inspired merchant and tasting room in Saugerties, NY. Featuring special services such as tasting parties, curbside carry-out, and beverage consultation. A Hudson Valley hometown destination spot.

Founded in Wassaic, New York, Tenmile Distillery is a small, independent distillery returning to the traditional methods of making whisky.

Check-out time is 11 am sharp. If you require a later check-out, we’ll do our best to accommodate it if arranged in advance.

Before your departure, we’d appreciate if you would assist with a few items:

• Beds: It’s ok to leave beds unmade.
• Towels: Leave all used towels in a bathroom.
• Dishes: Please clean up any dirty dishes and start the dishwasher.
• Trash: Please bag any trash and place it in the garbage bins.
• Turn Things off: Ensure you turn off the stove, lights, and TV. Log out of any streaming services on the TV.
• Furniture: Return furniture to the location found.

Thank you for trusting us to host your getaway. We hope your stay was truly memorable. Your feedback is extremely important to us as we continually strive to enhance our hospitality. If there were any concerns or opportunities for improvement during your visit, please let us know. We review all feedback and take action based on your comments.