Now renting individual rooms Monday - Thursday

ESCAPE THE CITY AND EXPLORE AN ABANDONED WORLD GONE BY

Due to improvements being made, only guests staying at The Old Game Farm have access to explore the property.

Experience a Unique & Secluded Getaway

Once considered America's greatest zoo, The Catskill Game Farm housed over 2,000 animals with tens of millions of people having visited during its 73 year history. Today you can stay on the abandoned property and explore what remains.

The zoo housed thousands of animals such as lions, rhinos, elephants, giraffes and kangaroos. It even had a pen to feed the animals.

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The Catskill Game Farm opened in 1933 and was the first privately owned zoo in America and later became the largest.

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Relive Old Memories and Make New Ones

200+ acres, 3.5 miles of the original paved walkways and over 100 buildings of the old animal shelters are still in tact for you to explore. Today you can stay at The Old Catskill Game Farm to experience a truly unique getaway.

Experience The Old Game Farm Like Never Before

You have two options for your visit. You can spend a night under the stars at one of our private upscale campsites. Or you can stay at our 9,000 square foot mansion on 200+ acres.

The Old Catskill Game Farm Estate

A 9,000 square foot mansion that was renovated from the old giraffe house. Gather your family, friends or colleagues for a unique getaway.

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Private Upscale Campsites

We're partnered with Tentrr to provide all of the camping essentials you need. The perfect campsite getaway without the hassle of setting your own gear.

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FREE WIFI

PET FRIENDLY

COVID COMPLIANT

FLEXIBLE CANCELLATION

Whether you choose to stay at the mansion or camp in the woods, you have full access to over 200 acres of what was once America's largest privately owned zoo in the beautiful Catskill Mountains of upstate New York.

STAY ON A UNIQUE PROPERTY

Stay at what was once America's largest privately owned zoo. Abandoned since 2006, The Catskill Game Farm once housed over 2,000 animals with many of the old animal shelters, pens and items earily unmoved.

ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES FOR YOU TO EXPLORE

There's over 100 buildings of old animal shelters on 200+ acres of an abandoned zoo. You have full access to explore this historic landmark as well as the 20+ miles of hiking trails in our backyard.

JUST FAR ENOUGH AWAY

Located less than two hours from NYC. Whether you want to escape the city, revisit a childhood memory or experience adventure. The Old Catskill Game Farm is the perfect destination.

PLENTY TO DO, EAT & DRINK

Explore the abandoned zoo and indulge at local restaurants, breweries and cafes just minutes away. Breweries, wineries, horseback riding, ziplining, swimming and countless other activities await you.

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TESTIMONIALS

"It was close enough to go for a few days but unique enough that we felt like we had been on vacation. The Inn is charming and loved all the memorabilia from it's time as a zoo. The abandoned cages on the grounds were so interesting and overgrown, but the pathways were well kept for ease of walking."

VICKI

"We had an amazing time. The Inn is really special. Beautifully restored and very comfortable. We had everything we needed yet had total privacy.The grounds are a blast to explore, and the surrounding area is amazing for hiking, fishing, etc. If you're looking for something unique and nostalgic this is it."

ADAM

"The room is absolutely beautifully decorated and the bed was the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. The sheets were beyond soft. The public spaces are beautifully decorated and so clean. Everything is self service but clearly marked... A clean kitchen, fresh brewed coffee in the morning."

ALLYSON

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