A 70s-Inspired Retreat in the Catskills

A quietly extraordinary 70s chalet tucked among the cedars of Parksville — designed with intention, lived in with care, and open only to those who'll treat it the same way.

The Space

Step inside and the architecture does the talking first. Vaulted ceilings rise above the living room, drawing the eye upward along warm cedar beams. The wood paneling — untouched, perfectly preserved — catches the morning light in soft honey tones. Windows frame the surrounding trees, letting nature inside without ever overwhelming the space.

At the center of it all, a wood-burning stove anchors the room. Behind it, a handmade tile backsplash — delicate, geometric, quietly remarkable — the work of Marcy, an upstate artist who lived in the house for years. Her tiles became so integral to the home's identity that Peter and his wife used them as the basis for their logo, offering a weekend stay in exchange for the right to do so. Past and present, woven together without a seam.

Beyond the main house, an 11×11 studio sits tucked beside the garage — imagined as a moody retreat or secondary sleeping area, a counterpoint to the cedar warmth of the interior. Lake access is a short walk away, with kayaks, swimming, and slow afternoons waiting on the other side of the tree line.

Why Locèlle Loves It

The kind of house that makes you forget to check your phone

One-of-a-kind craftsmanship — The handmade tile behind the stove and in the bathroom is the work of a real upstate artist. It can't be replicated — and it gives the house a soul that most vacation rentals simply don't have.

A creative director's eye, everywhere — Every object, rug, and lighting fixture was chosen by Peter's wife — a creative director whose work shapes campaigns for brands like American Express. The result is a space that feels edited, not decorated.

The 70s, but better — Cedar beams, vaulted ceilings, and warm wood throughout — but elevated with thoughtful modern restraint. This is what that era looked like when it was done well, and cared for since.

Lake life without the fuss — Hunter Lake is a short walk from the front door. Mornings on the deck with coffee, afternoons on the water, evenings by the stove — the rhythm here is genuinely restorative.