Marvel At The Wonders Of Margaretville

Margaretville is where nature and pleasure meet. Located in the Eastern Delaware County within the Catskill Mountain region, Margaretville appeals to those who love nature and relaxation. It boasts of many hiking trails, swimming holes, waterfalls, reservoirs, and trout streams. Indeed this is what every urban dweller would like to have as a respite from the rigors of daily urban living.

Margaretville is located on the northwest of Catskill Park. Those who love nature have plenty of things to do here. First one can hike. Summer in this area is mostly spent just bringing along riding boots, hiking shoes, compass, and big spray. And to those who are tired of pools will be happy to learn that dips of choice here in Margaretville are ponds.

Guests can also spend their time trout fishing, and floating down the Eposus Creek, or hurtling down at Plattekill. In case the urge to go to the beach is still there, then going go the man made lake located at the bottom area of Belleayre Mountain is a good option. At night, the Belleayre Summer Music Fest is an event held at the ski slopes that no one should miss out especially those who visit in the months of July and August.

However do not think even for a moment that Margaretville is all about nature. It also has its share of cosmopolitan life. There’s an Italian grocery store located at the Main Street while talks are ripe for the development of two golf courses in the area. So there’s excitement building up in the area which should appeal to those who like a cosmopolitan lifestyle. Also another one of the main scenes of social gatherings would be the nights at Margaretville’s Village Pub or at the Round Barn farmers’ market.

As for real estate, properties are also selling fast in Margaretville, proof of the continued development in the area. Houses sell at a maximum of $400,000 while many home owners are settling for second homes. Rent is typically at $1000 in a month, while a 220-acre property located in Bovina goes four times of the said rent. For the affluent guest a home around the Belleayre-Margaretville-Andes locale comes with a swimming pool which can be rented for $10,000 for the entire summer.

For those visiting Margaretville on weekends should try the Andes Hotel. While it is not the most stylish of places to stay, this hotel however is heavy on specialty dishes like Bovina beef and the Esopus trout as well as dishes that use other delectable local ingredients. If you are searching for the most spectacular and breathtaking view, you may want to go for the Margaretville Mountain Inn, which is just a couple of minutes away from town.