The Yarra

Hotels
9.4 (55 reviews)
2012 Old Route 17 , Roscoe , US
+1 (516) 301-1134
[email protected]

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Facilities

Free Wi-Fi throughout the inn
Free on-site parking
Light continental breakfast each morning
Coffee and tea available 24/7 in guest kitchenette
Guest kitchenette with full-size refrigerator and ice
Private bathrooms in every room
Plush bedding and premium towels
Iron and ironing board; extra blanket
Central heating and air conditioning
J.M. Generals hand soap and body wash
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent, varied continental breakfast (homemade items, locally sourced)
Warm, responsive and thoughtful host/staff
Clean, cozy and well-appointed rooms
Convenient, walkable location near shops and Bethel Woods
Nespresso and well-stocked bathroom amenities
Easy parking and peaceful small-property atmosphere
Books and comfortable common areas; emphasis on sustainability
Cons:
Rooms are small for some guests
Price perceived as a bit high relative to room size/location
Stairs can be a challenge for older guests
Some limited in-room features (no shelf for personal items, pillows considered firm)
Policy restricting outside food/drink in common areas at certain times

Categories

Cleanliness
9.6
Multiple reviewers praised cleanliness (clean, well-appointed rooms and comfortable beds); rooms and common areas described as neat and tidy.
Service
9.8
Hosts and on-site staff repeatedly described as wonderful, friendly and responsive (quick responses before booking, thoughtful host interaction).
Location
9.6
Location noted as excellent and convenient (walking distance to eateries, shops and close to Bethel Woods; 'perfect location' mentioned).
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms described as cozy and comfortable but small for some guests; comments about hard pillows, lack of a small shelf and compact room layout.
Amenities
9.6
Strong amenities cited: upscale self-serve continental breakfast, Nespresso, toiletries provided, books in lounge, easy parking and thoughtful in-room supplies.
Value for Money
8.2
Several guests felt price was a bit high for the location/room size despite excellent service and amenities.
Food and Beverage
9.8
Food repeatedly praised: excellent breakfast selection (homemade items, locally sourced bagels/pastries), dinner club praised by guests.
Overall Experience
10
Overall sentiment is outstanding — guests called it quintessential Catskills B&B, 'one of the best places', and stated they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-10-30 20:47

Property Description

The Yarra is a calm, design-forward four-room boutique inn in the heart of the Catskills, in Roscoe, New York — just over two hours from New York City. Set in a restored 1890s home, it is an intimate, food-forward retreat with only four beautifully composed guest rooms, each with a private bath, luxury linens and curated in-room amenities. Guests enjoy a light continental breakfast each morning, coffee and tea available 24/7 in the guest kitchenette, a Saturday Supper Club dinner, private dining, and a quiet porch and shared spaces for lingering. Roscoe — "Trout Town USA" — sits where the Willowemoc and Beaverkill meet, with legendary fly-fishing waters, forest hikes, swimming holes and village strolls minutes away. The Yarra is proud to be selected in the MICHELIN Guide 2026.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Check-in / check-out

    Check-in from 15:00:00, check-out until 11:00:00.

  • Minimum age

    Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed.

  • Payment

    Payment: pay at the property, pay online later, pay online now.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 55 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.6
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 9.6
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 9.8
Overall Experience: 10
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Elizabeth • couple • us
10
Great stay in the Catskills!
Pros:

Lovely property, thoughtful amenities, easy parking and wonderful host!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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steve • couple • us
10
Pros:

Saturday night dinner club was excellent! Breakfast nook great idea. Very comfortable

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Sohrab • solo_traveller • us
10
One of the best places I have ever stayed - and I've stayed at a lot of places.
Pros:

I cannot recommend The Yarra higher. Sonya and the property truly made me feel at home. The room was just gorgeous and the house so cozy. This is the quintessential Catskills B&B. If you are ever in the area, do yourself a favor and stay here.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Gretchen • couple • us
10
We really enjoyed our time and would certainly stay here again for future events at Bethel Woods.
Pros:

The Yarra is a charming boutique hotel featuring a great elevated continental breakfast, complete with homemade egg croquettes, locally sourced bagels and pastries, fresh fruit, a variety of coffee and tea, juice, organic milk, and granola.

While the bedroom was small, it was comfortable for a short stay. The bathroom was stocked with thoughtful personal accessories, including toothbrushes, shaving kits, deodorant and hair ties. Additionally, the location is very convenient and within walking distance of local eateries, a distillery, numerous shops and only about a 30-minute drive to the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Proberts2911 • family_with_children • us
8
Convenient, quick stay
Pros:

Self-serve breakfast from the fridge had a good selection of items. Staff on-site were friendly and explained the property well. Small property size made for a quiet, peaceful stay.

Cons:

Rooms were efficient but on the small side. Price felt high for the location.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Céline • extended_group • fr
10
Troisième fois au Yara. Nous aimons toujours autant cet endroit !
Pros:

Tout !

Cons:

Rien !

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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lois • couple • us
8
It was a great stay in a beautiful bed and breakfast ambience
Pros:

It was upscale continental breakfast laid out beautifully, Nespresso coffee. The location was perfect

Cons:

The pillows were hard but that was my fault in not asking the hostess/proprietor to change them which I'm sure they would have.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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vanessa • couple • us
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
9
Pros:

It was excellent. There were a number of choices available. Everything was clearly labeled and organized. Appreciated the emphasis on sustainability.

Cons:

For us being older the stairs were something we had to be careful using. There were railings which was important. Otherwise everything was great well thought out.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Aviva • couple • us
7
Pleasant place for a short stay.
Pros:

The bed was comfortable and I liked the cleanliness of the room . The eating area was pleasant. For an overnight stay the Yarra met our needs and we would return.
I appreciated the quick responses of the host to our inquiries before we booked.

Cons:

The breakfast offered ample options, however, I believe that the bagels were put out the evening before, so although wrapped well in plastic, they were not the bagels I am accustomed to. I would have liked a whole wheat or multigrain option.
The room and bathroom needed a small shelf on which to place personal items.
Overall we felt the price was a little high for what we got.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Jerry • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Aileen • couple • us
9
Great place, will definitely go back!
Pros:

Clean, well-appointed, great location. Good coffee, and easy check in and out. Parking also easy. No TV in the room, which was really nice - made for a relaxing weekend. They had a lot of books available in the lounge.

Cons:

No outside food or drink allowed in the common areas. This was understandable when the inn was serving dinner but on other days and at other times it was limiting, as our room was quite small, and the only place to sit was the bed. I would’ve liked to be able to eat or drink my wine on the porch.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • us
10
Great stay near little town and was perfect for a wedding we attended nearby.
Pros:

Very cozy and clean.

Cons:

Liked everything!

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
8
Pros:

Breakfast was nice. Location was good for our needs.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Céline • couple • fr
10
Refuge aux Catskillls
Pros:

C’est la deuxième fois que nous venons au Yarra. Nous adorons l’ambiance et l’élégance discrète du lieu. Un refuge apaisant après quelques jours à NY !

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Naya • couple • us
9
Highly recommend
Pros:

It is centrally located. The town has its own charm. The management gave us the opportunity to check in early to work. Everything was really good. The place is clean and quiet.

Cons:

Maybe a place to hang a dress that is not in the bathroom would be an added value to the room we stayed.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Charles • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • us
10
Pros:

Cutest hotel ever! Brittany and Sonia were warm and welcoming plus they made great referrals for local restaurants where we could take our pup. Everything was spotless and the breakfast was a delicious and fresh start to the day.

2025-11-24 • via Nuitee
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Troy • couple • us
9
Beautiful, warm, charming inn with great little snack options.
Pros:

Clean and full of character. Awesome breakfast bites for no extra cost.

Cons:

The neighborhood is a bit quiet, but that could also be the point for some folks.

2025-10-27 • via Nuitee