7904 Ny-23 Highway, East Windham

An Opportunity for Elevated Food & Beverage in the Catskills

Discover a once-in-a-generation chance to secure a commanding hospitality venue perched atop one of the most scenic elevations in the Northern Catskills. Welcome to The Perch Hotel — a property that transcends.

The Pinnacle of Presence: Where Hospitality Meets the Horizon

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of five-state mountain views, The Perch Hotel Food & Beverage Lease opportunity offers more than just a location — it offers a destination. This 4,850± SF restaurant-and-bar-ready space will come to life within a storied lodge perched along Route 23, minutes from Windham Mountain Resort and the thriving Hudson Valley and Catskills region culinary scene. The panoramic views, accessible terrace space, and generous floor plan invite visionary operators to build an iconic dining or event concept tailored for a discerning clientele.

A Market on the Rise: Tourism & Affluence Converge in Windham

The Northern Catskills have emerged as one of the Northeast's most dynamic boutique hospitality markets, driven by:
Proximity to NYC (~2.5 hours)
Four-season tourism (skiing, hiking, fall foliage)
Influx of high-net-worth weekenders and second-home owners
Growth of demand for experiential and signature restaurant concepts

''Windham is charting an exclusive path to growth, focusing on enhancing its appeal as a four-season destination.'' — Travel Weekly, February 2025

''It is an exciting time at Windham and we look forward to expanding our season to feature robust year-round experiences.'' — Chip Seamans, President, Windham Mountain Resort | January 2025

''The median sale price of a home in Windham was ... up 37.5pp since last year.'' — Redfin Market Report, March 2025

Presented by Four Seasons Sotheby's International Realty: Elevate Your Brand at The Perch Hotel

This is a canvas for a bold operator to blend history, design, and hospitality into a flagship experience. The Perch's panoramic draw and flexible use potential offer enduring appeal — with the ability to host both casual and formal dining, curated events, or a branded culinary retreat.

Legacy Meets Potential: Re-imagine a Historic Catskills Icon

Originally developed as a mountaintop lodge, and redeveloped with a bold hospitality vision, this 14-room boutique property offers flexible lease term and conditions for this exceptional F&B space:

Exceptional panoramic view from all service areas of the lease space

Private parking and highway visibility

Expansive interior volume for custom build-outs:

Wrap-around 20+ seat porch and deck with pass-through service windows (approx 850 sq ft)

40+ seat dining room with expansive mountain views (approx 950 sq ft)

Shared lobby/lounge accessible for cocktail/food service (approx 1,600 sq ft)

Full-service bar with large island seating 15+ (approx 225 sq ft)

Professional-grade, sparkling clean commercial kitchen and back of house (approx 1,230 sq ft)

Professionally landscaped outdoor beer garden and wedding gazebo with expansive views

Shared signage, marketing, and PR opportunities through owner with deep market reach

High demand for banquets and catering business

Existing infrastructure for food and beverage service - FF&E, OS&E, Kitchen Equipment, including:

Walk-in Cooler

Professional-grade range, flat top, salamander, fryers, and ovens

Ecolab ES200 dishwasher

Refrigerated cold line station

Kegerator, Beer Coolers, Mini-Fridge, Ice Maker

Meat Slicers, Rolling Racks, and much more existing OS&E

This is more than a lease — it's a calling to craft an iconic identity; the kind of place that becomes synonymous with a view, a memory, a season, and a story told again and again.