If you are looking for an all inclusive luxury resort and spa retreat then this is an absolute must. You will have the best service, the best food and if you follow the suggested workouts you will lose weight, and not just a pound. You will leave feeling grounded, refreshed and positive. Once home I was able to easily incorporate new and better eating habits and because of the workouts at the spa, I was also energized enough to want to continue exercising!!! This was an excellent experience and I can't wait to go back. Lee Anna, Hudson, QC.

My 5 girlfriends and I just enjoyed our 4th winter weekend at the Copperhood Inn and Spa and we are definitely coming back next year. The coziness of the living room and dining room, the comfort of the guest rooms, and the up-to-date decor and varied offerings of the spa, fitness and pool areas provide the perfect setting for a few days of relaxation, togetherness and fitness. We all love the incredibly delicious and healthful meals, planned with our individual preferences in mind. In the past we have enjoyed outdoor winter sports but this weekend it rained a lot so we stayed indoors and were never bored. We always appreciate the massages we get at Copperhood, but best of all is the warm personal attention from Elizabeth and all the staff. We are welcomed as old friends and valued guests and know that all our needs and preferences will be attended to. The level of interaction between guests and staff is just right -- not intrusive. You won't be disappointed!

I dont understand all the good reviews for this spa. It was terrible. I have gone to almost all of the destination spas from SpaFinder and loved them - each for a different reason. Copperhood Spa was a horrible experience. It is NOTHING like described. It makes me think that the good reviews are from relatives!

This was my second visit and the place felt like coming home, like the way I would like home to be, relaxing, healthy, comfortable and filled with peace and joy. The food is delicious, the service is charming and the rooms are cozy. You could be romantic, hang with friends or find your own space. Yoga classes are great and the studio is filled with light.Rad still gives the best massages and the location is an oasis.

I had never been to a spa before coming to the Copperhood. This experience was a gift from a friend (who likely thought I needed some "improving"). I got a generous share of that! This place is quite large and elegant, yet feels welcoming and warm. Elizabeth and her staff certainly made me feel that. A three day "Juicing and Detox" was on the menu for me. Along with that, classes in meditation, yoga, pilates, water aerobics followed by more juicing, hikes and a soothing massage (ask for "Rad"). "Wheat Grass" juice was part of the reccommended regimen and, though it can be unpleasant, by day 3, I was OK with it and after reading up on it in a book Elizabeth loaned me, I understood why it is so important. Don't turn down the wheat grass!! The last day there I was served a raw, vegetarian meal. What Elizabeth's husband, Lechezk creates in the kitchen there will blow your mind away... The food looks splendid and tastes really good! I went home feeling refreshed, more energetic and 12 pounds lighter! I have been online looking up raw diet recipies to include in my weekly meal planning, though I have not started growing my own wheat grass (yet...) I highly reccommend this place for those of you looking for the best experience in a fully equipped and friendly Catskills retreat. This place isn't crowded with tourists.... Sitting out on the deck overlloking the river and socializing with other guests and staff (yeah.... they spend time with you) was really enjoyable. Thank You, Elizabeth.

I've been battling blood pressure and diabetes in connection with sloth and weight now for a couple of years. Shedding pounds is always a challenge. A friend suggested I try the Copperhood and learn some new techinques. So I visited twice, first time on a total juice/detox fast and second time on a total raw diet for a full week. I just have to tell you that I was amazed by the results. By the end of the second visit I'd shed 18 pounds and both my BP and sugar levels were normal. Now I know this ain't a panacea, but it sure has opened my eyes to the possible. And I'm convinced that a major part of the success was the beauty, tranquility and peacefulness of the place, and the many activities and treatments offered and taken advantage of. The setting is spectacular, the facilities are luxurious and the staff is friendly and go out of their way to assist. Combine the lessons in diet, the lessons in living and the total relaxation and enjoyment the place imbues and you have a no failure formula for success. Will I be going back? DEFINATELY! Do I recommend it? To answer that question all I have to indicate is the numbers of friends and others that I've already raved about the place to.

I took the trip up to Windam when I was pregnant and decided to take the drive here while others skied. I was 100% blown away by the pregnancy massage, and I have had many. The facilities are beautiful and will make it a point to stay here next trip up.

My husband and I recently stayed at Copperhood for a two and a half day mini-vacation and found it the most enjoyable and rejuvenating vacation we have ever had. The facilities are wonderful: the setting is idealic, the gym is state of the art, the spa is luxurious and the inn is charming. What could be better than starting off and ending the day in a sunfilled meditation/yoga/workout glass enclosed room overlooking a fast running creek, with snow covered trees, fields and mountains as the backdrop. During the day, the choices were many; snowshoeing, cross country skiing, swimming, working out , having a massage, a personal trainer, a facial, and eating three healthy, but delicious meals. The spa is overseen by its owner, who's graciousness and warmth made our stay truly perfect. She took a personal interest in each and every guests' needs and interests. We left with a promise to the owner and to ourselves that we would certainly be returning for many more visits.

When you enter this charming inn, you are instantly trasported into a calm like no other. From the fantastic spa cuisine, the luxurious spa treatments and the plentiful ameneties(pool, sauna, jacuzzi, etc. etc.) this is the perfect location to visit alone to "get away from it all" or as a couple to celebrate some "us" time. The staff is amazing and no detail is missed. Every member is repectful of your time and space without making you feel like you are alone. Proprietess Elizabeth makes sure every aspect of your stay has a personal touch - plus she is a fantastic tour guide. I highly recommend that any spa lover check out this gem of the Catskills!

For my birthday in January, my partner asked me, "Where in the world would you like to spend your birthday?" and without hesitation I answered, "The Copperhood Inn and Spa in Shandanken, New York." I had been there a few times over the last few years and wanted him to experience the beauty and charm that is Copperhood that I always came home and raved about. We arrived late afternoon on a Friday and were warmly greeted by Elizabeth. I was pleasantly surprised to see all the renovations that she had done to the place. The reception area was now warmed by a fireplace, and a beautifully decorated Christmas tree stood near a plush couch. Nearby a coffee table had a lovely bowl of fresh fruit and the server had a variety of teas, juices, water and coffee that were available whenever one needed a quick pick-me-up. Her assistant Radek, immediately took our bags and showed us to our suite which was private, immaculate, and had a glorious view of Mount Sheridan. It was just as I remembered. Also as part of Copperhood is a small island visible outside our window. Surrounding the small island is a lovely rolling stream and on the island is the small barn where Elizabeth's goat and sheep graze freely. (A site I so appreciate coming from Manhattan.) I rested awhile and then decided to take the late afternoon yoga class. Not being in tip-top shape, the class was geared to low impact and I found it just right for me being in the shape that I am in. No pressure, just relaxing with lots of breathing in of clean air and a view of the rolling stream as you worked out. (Again unlike Manhattan.) I always look forward to the meals at Copperhood as they are homemade, nutritious and very tasty. The vegetable soups are delicious and served with my favorite, the homemade bread. What I enjoy most about the food at this spa is that you are served real food and real coffee made from a French press at your table. At Copperhood you're not served meager little portions of non-tasty foods that other spas are famous for. The entrees, whether chicken or fish, are always cooked to perfection and not overly saucy. And, after dinner, always fresh fruit and berries or if you're not on a diet, a wonderful homemade dessert. When I woke up the next morning, I was happy to go out on my terrace and breath the clean beautiful air. As it was winter, the grounds were not brimming with lush green foliage as they were on a prior visit in the spring, but it was still glorious to see the tree-lined mountains and the rushing water of the rolling stream. I remember when I was here last the snow was steep and I had a wonderful time snowshoeing around the island with a group of other guests. One of the highpoints of our stay was the hike up Mount Garfield. This is a somewhat challenging hike but I managed to stay with the group and make it to the top of the mountain. Once I reached the top, Elizabeth handed me a small stone and said, "Make a wish and place this stone on top of this mound of stones where other guests have placed their stones and made their wishes." My wish was that I made it down the mountain without a hitch, a stumble or fall, or better yet, that my shoes stayed intact. Last time I attempted Mount Garfield, my hiking boots fell apart but was able to get down the mountain on sheer determination and a faulty boot. All in all, the hike was one that I will always remember and even can laugh about to this day. Once I got down the mountain, I said to myself, "Good food, beautiful surroundings, what more could I ask for?" Massages and pampering, of course. My partner and I had massages scheduled. On Saturday, I got the European Body Treatment (which I think is the best deal for the money) and on Sunday, I also experienced a hot stone massage where I almost melted (in a good way, of course). I had two expert and very professional masseuses. By the time I got off the table, I felt like a noodle and was totally relaxed. In my book, the mark of a successful massage. On the day we were to leave, we were asked if we were interested in a water aerobics class. I, of course, said yes. The pool was warm and clean and the class was fun and invigorating. (I think I even broke a real sweat.) I left the pool and immediately got into the hot tub where I unwound and finished my stay until it was time to leave. If you're looking for a scene...not for you... If you're looking for action...definitely not for you. If you're looking for a tension-free, relaxing, no-stress atmosphere, where you are well taken care of and pampered...this is definitely for you! Whether you come with a spouse, significant other or with a friend, this is a sure bet, a real find, and a winner! I have to say that I especially enjoy the privacy of the place when it is not too busy. I feel especially lucky if we're among the only ones there. It's like having a private spa all to ourselves and how often can one say that? We left New York wound "tighter than a drum" and thanks to our trip to Copperhood Inn and Spa, we turned ourselves back into stress- and tension-free humans. And a special shout out to praise the housekeeping staff. I found them to be most helpful and they made sure all our needs were met and our rooms were kept spotless. Thank you to Elizabeth and the entire staff of the Copperhood Inn and Spa in helping make our trip a truly memorable one. We will be returning soon.