STRANGE HQ SPACES ☻
STRANGE HQ SPACES
STRANGE HQ SPACES
STRANGE HQ SPACES
STRANGE HQ SPACES
Strange HQ is a riverside mini compound directly abutting the forever-wild Catskill State Park Forest, approximately 2.5 hours north of NYC. Magically situated near the end of a winding dirt road, our property contains our main house, where we live, and two guest cabins, where we host residents. Each cabin has its own inspiring vibe and full set of amenities. The entire property has high-speed wifi, abundant natural light, lots of plants, art, and books, and plentiful reading/laptopping nooks. The land is bountifully dotted with gardens, and coming in 2025, we'll even be cultivating a mini flower farm here. Read on to learn more about each space at Strange HQ.
THE PROPERTY
Set on 17 mountainous acres in West Shokan, NY, Strange HQ is a mini compound situated around a spring-fed pond. Water flows off the mountain, into the pond, and then under the dirt road into the river that wraps around and serenades the whole property. This river—known as Wittenberg Brook—flows into the nearby Ashokan Reservoir, where about half of NYC's drinking water comes from. Guests are welcome to take a refreshing dip in the pond, explore around the river, and wander up into the forested mountainside—or, for more ambitious residents, there is a hiking trail on state land just up the road from our house.
We are close by car to Phoenicia (15 mins), Woodstock (25 mins), and Kingston (35 mins)—all of which have tasty restaurants and cafes, great book stores, plenty of antique shops, and other points of interest to explore. There are dozens of great hiking and swimming locations nearby, as well as ski slopes, trout fishing spots, spas, meditation centers, and more.
STUDIO HOUSE
Our smallest cabin, Studio House was once a stone garage, which is evident in certain features—such as the interior stone work and wide front french doors. It is now set up to be an ideal workspace for one or two people. The first floor has a cozy living area with a woodstove, table, a full kitchen, a large pull-out sofa, and a bathroom with spa shower. Upstairs is a lofted sleeping area with a queen bed, accessed by a spiral staircase.
LILY CABIN
Our larger cabin, "Lily of the Valley" was the original home on the property, built over 100 years ago. It's a chestnut post-and-beam hunting lodge with original stonework and an ample wrap-around porch. Inside there is an open-style living and dining area with a gas fireplace, a kitchen, and an airy bathroom with claw-foot tub and laundry. Upstairs is an open, light-filled bedroom with large skylights, a library, a desk, and views of the pond, forest, and mountains.
THE BARN — OUR HOME
THE BARN — OUR HOME
Our renovated post-and-beam barn dates back to the early 19th century, and features a three-story facade of antique windows. We used to host residents here, but now we use it as private space (though we do host events and dinners here from time to time!).
Our renovated post-and-beam barn dates back to the early 19th century, and features a three-story facade of antique windows. We used to host residents here, but now that we have a kid, we use it as private space (though we do host events and dinners here from time to time!).
STRANGE HQ GARDENS
Willa (who runs The Strange) is an avid gardener. Since moving to the Catskills in 2018, she's been working with her husband, Daniel, to expand the gardens all around Strange HQ. In 2025, she's hoping to establish a mini flower farm on the property. Residents coming in the spring, summer, and fall are sure to enjoy ample blooms, and an offering of whatever food and flowers are in season. <3 Residents are also welcome to help out with gardening tasks, as digging in the dirt can be an especially enjoyable diversion while on retreat!
Willa (who runs The Strange) is an avid gardener. Since moving to the Catskills in 2018, she's been working with her husband, Daniel, to expand the gardens all around Strange HQ. In 2025, she's hoping to establish a mini flower farm on the property. Residents coming in the spring, summer, and fall are sure to enjoy ample blooms, and an offering of whatever food, flowers, and medicinal herbs are in season. Residents are also welcome to help out with gardening tasks, as digging in the dirt can be an especially enjoyable diversion while on retreat! <3
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