UPCOMING EVENTS

Catskill Bayou Culinary Experience

New Year, New Dreams
Amaya Guesthouse | Oak Hill, NY

Event Highlights:

  • Curated Culinary Experience featuring seasonal, bayou inspired dishes in an intimate dining setting

  • New Year Intention Toast celebrating fresh starts, creativity, and new dreams

  • Creek-Side Ambiance at the historic Amaya Guesthouse with candlelit and fireside moments

  • Evening Fire Gathering for conversation, reflection, and connection under the Catskills sky

  • Overnight Stay in one of Amaya’s beautifully designed guest rooms

  • Peaceful Morning Option for guests staying overnight to ease into the new year

  • Intentional, Community-Focused Experience centered around food, presence, and meaningful connection

A thoughtfully curated evening to start the new year through flavor, reflection, and shared experience. We look forward to welcoming you to the table.

Please let us know the number of guests in your party and whether you plan to stay overnight—highly recommended for the full Catskill Bayou experience. Each room accommodates up to two guest

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Offerings

Discover curated experiences and intentional add-ons designed to transform your time together. From celebration packages to wellness workshops, each offering is crafted to deepen connections, spark joy, and create moments that resonate long after your stay at Amaya.

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Curated group Experiences

More than activities, these are catalysts for connection. Our thoughtfully designed experiences transform gatherings from ordinary to extraordinary, creating spaces where groups discover deeper levels of understanding, joy, and collective intention. Each experience is an invitation to explore, celebrate, and grow together.

  • Craft a signature group cocktail with professional mixology guidance. Learn techniques, explore flavor profiles, and create a memorable drink that captures your gathering's essence.

    What's Included:

    • Professional bartending instruction

    • Custom cocktail creation

    • Recipe card to take home

    • Tasting experience

  • An intentional session designed to align, reflect, and connect. Explore group dynamics, personal insights, and collective intention-setting.

    What's Included:

    • Facilitated group reflection

    • Personalized intention-setting exercises

    • Guided dialogue techniques

    • Group ritual creation

    • Keepsake intention cards

  • Discover the art of herbal wellness by creating a personalized tea blend tailored to your group's unique needs and intentions.

    What's Included:

    • Herbal knowledge session

    • Group tea blending

    • Understanding of medicinal herb properties

    • Take-home custom tea blend

    • Guided tasting and discussion

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Elevate your gathering with intentional touches that transform ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Each add-on is carefully curated to deepen connection, celebrate milestones, and create lasting memories.

Designed to complement your unique gathering, these experiences invite spontaneity, reflection, and joy. From personalized welcome amenities to thoughtful group activities, these add-ons are the subtle magic that turns a stay into a transformative journey.

Additional Add on’s

  • Celebrate your arrival with a curated champagne experience. Chilled bottles, elegant glassware, and a personalized welcome touch to kickstart your gathering.

  • Everything you need for magical creek-side moments. Includes premium s'mores kit, cozy blankets, and carefully selected ambiance items.

  • Transform your celebration with intentionally designed decor. Custom touches that honor your special moment and create lasting memories.

  • Elevate your culinary experience with a professionally prepared meals. Locally sourced, thoughtfully crafted dining that brings your group together.

  • Capture your gathering's story through intentional, professionally styled images that reveal the deeper moments of your connection.

  • Expert guidance to elevate your wellness experience. Consultation and resources to ensure your retreat flows seamlessly and supports deep transformation.

  • Connect with exceptional Catskills wellness professionals. Personalized recommendations for yoga, massage, meditation, and healing practitioners.

  • Create a serene sanctuary for mindful practice. Mats, cushions, and intentional styling to support your group's wellness journey.

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More than a venue, Amaya is a transformative backdrop for your most meaningful celebrations. Imagine exchanging vows alongside the Catskill Creek, hosting an intimate wedding that honors both joy and depth, or creating a milestone event where every detail serves your story. Our historic 1865 home offers a rare space that seamlessly blends luxurious comfort with intentional design—where your gathering becomes a memory that resonates for years to come.

Wedding + Events

  • Perfect for couples seeking a meaningful, intentional ceremony in a space that honors your unique love story. With lodging for up to 14 guests, your wedding becomes a multi-day experience of joy, reflection, and togetherness.

  • Mark the beginning of your journey together in a space that reflects the depth of your commitment. Capture the magic of your engagement with an intimate celebration that feels both luxurious and deeply personal.

  • More than a venue—a transformative space for innovative gatherings. From brand activations to creative workshops, Amaya offers a unique environment that breaks down traditional barriers. Our intentionally designed spaces, creek-side setting, and multiple gathering areas provide the perfect backdrop for events that spark creativity, foster connection, and elevate your brand experience.

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Committed to
conscious hospitality

At Amaya, our mission is to create spaces that transform how groups gather. We are dedicated to ensuring every detail serves a deeper purpose—from our historic architecture to our intentional design, crafting experiences that connect, celebrate, and inspire.

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  • I arrived stressed and left rejuvenated. This place has a healing vibe that’s hard to describe. Whether you’re traveling solo, with friends or family, or hosting an event, you won’t be disappointed. Absolutely HIGHLY recommend! Go, you wont regret. I will be back!

    – Jehann

  • Amaya’s Guesthouse is an absolute must-stay! What an incredible experience! Johnny is fantastic—he welcomed my wife and me with a huge smile, gave us a warm tour of the house, and shared its fascinating history. The place is full of good energy and great vibes!

    – Felix

  • If you’re thinking about that retreat or celebration, I recommend you booking Amaya before it’s sold out. Good energy attracts good vibes. I hope you will enjoy your experience at Amaya as much as we did!

    – Trang

HISTORIC CHARMS
MEETS INTENTIONAL DESIGN

A sanctuary where modern luxury and 160-year-old stories converge. More than a space to stay, Amaya is an invitation to gather with purpose—creating moments that resonate, connections that deepen, and memories that transform.

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