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Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD

Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD

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Bird Haven with old Catalpa trees
Kitchen with vintage cabinets, boomerang countertops and stainless appliances
Dining room and kitchen with wood floors
Main floor K/LR/DR hallway
Sauna

Overview of Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Germantown, NY
  • Popular LocationBard College18 min drive
  • AirportHudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)27 min drive
  • Popular LocationHITS-on-the-Hudson31 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaugerties Lighthouse36 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD

Bird Haven is a charming and inviting c.1900 farmhouse set on 3 acres and bordering a 150 acre bird sanctuary and nature preserve with walking and cross country skiing trails, streams, woods and fields. The farmhouse has an open living room, dining room and vintage kitchen with new appliances & attached sunporch. There are two bedrooms, a meditation/yoga room or library, and a cozy den with twin day bed, wood stove, front porch and separate entrance. Full ceramic tile bathroom with vintage porcelain sink and newly glazed tub and a view of the back yard. There are many windows and wood floors throughout. The house is set on three gorgeous rolling acres with plenty of yard space, open meadows, rock outcroppings and an outdoor fire pit. Located on a quiet country road in an area known for great biking and running. 1 mile from center of Germantown & Otto's Market. Close to Bard College, Red Hook, Rhinebeck, and Hudson. Less than 100 miles and 2 hours to NYC. Close to Amtrak in Hudson and Rhinebeck (both $25 via taxi or Uber).

Property manager

Susan Lyne

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Germantown

Located in Germantown, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tousey Winery and Whitecliff Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Village Books and Stoddard Corner. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at HITS-on-the-Hudson or Kiwanis Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Germantown, NY

What's nearby

  • Olana State Historic Site - 16 min drive
  • Bard College - 18 min drive
  • HITS-on-the-Hudson - 31 min drive
  • Esopus Falls - 34 min drive
  • Saugerties Lighthouse - 36 min drive

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 17 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King - 17 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 17 min drive
  • Suarez Family Brewery - 9 min drive
  • Pomodoro's - 18 min drive
  • Village Diner - 33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bird Haven / Farm house retreat in Germantown on 3 acres - near BARD located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Hudson River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tousey Winery and The Clermont Mansion. Clermont State Historic Site and Village Books are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate H., Lakewood, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay for NYSW
We had a lovely stay. It was a spacious house, well kept, great communication with the owner. Will definitely be back next time we go to Rhinebeck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

jana G., Salt Spring Island, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming place
Relaxed, comfy, clean. Great stay.

About the host

Hosted by Susan Lyne

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Bard graduate, Virginia native, vegetarian, retired tri-athlete, real estate broker, semi-retired knitter, loves traveling. Some favorite foods: za'atar, pesto, fresh strawberries - still warm from the garden. Lives in nearby Red Hook with her partner Nobile and son Emmett.

Why they chose this property

I bought my home in 2000. I was looking for something in the country, but not too far off from things with some space where I could start my organic log grown shiitake mushroom and culinary herb farm. The house had been in the owner's family for three generations and I became close to the owner's granddaughter who is now 97. I feel honored to be its steward now. It used to be an apple orchard; I know where the old apple packing shed was, as well as the outhouse and garage for the Model T. I started peeling off layers of astroturf, drop ceiling tiles and linoleum when I bought the house and am still enjoying working on it now. I love my neighbors and the town.

What makes this property unique

I fell in love with the special setting of my house and property. Rolling terrain, a farm house nestled into the side of the hill with rock outcroppings and views of trees or nature from every window.
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