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Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA

Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA

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Front of house, driveway on left.
Patio at back of house with Fire Pit for summer lounging enjoyment.
Some concrete yard-art.
View across the road in summer.
Driveway

Overview of Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA

Reviews
4.5 out of 5 Wonderful
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Craryville, NY
  • Popular LocationCatamount Ski Area11 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaconic State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationBash Bish Falls State Park14 min drive
  • AirportHudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)17 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Dining Area

About this property

Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA

1791 farmhouse/cottage located just 3 miles East of the Taconic.

A diamond in the rough. Peaceful farmland setting. Simple old fashioned 1940's-style kitchen. Spacious & comfortable home with living room, dining room. Sleeps 7 in 4 rooms: One small twin bedroom downstairs; 2 available double-bed bedrooms upstairs, plus sofabed on upstairs landing.
Internet. Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon w/BritBox, Acorn, CBS, Masterpiece.
Phone for local calls only.
Your cellular will work well, especially in the front of the house. 2 bathrooms. One shower/tub.
Simple and charming. Quiet and peaceful. In nature yet 4 miles from Hillsdale; and equidistant from Hudson, NY & Gt Barrington, MA.
Local things nearby are Tangelwood, Lenox, Stockbridge and all things Berkshire as well as skiing at Catamount (6mi), Butternut and Jiminy Peak. Hiking abundant in Taconics and Western Berkshires. Bash Bish Falls a popular favorite in nearby Copake Falls, NY.
Wonderful restaurants in Gt Barrington, Hudson, Hillsdale, Copake, Chatham, and our favorite for a special meal: the John Andrews restaurant between Hillsdale and So. Egremont on Rt23.

House rules manual in welcome basket in kitchen, as well as local maps and activities pamphlets,etc. Soapstone Fireplace Stove may only be used if you agree to follow the owners rules for lighting and maintaining the fireplace. Instructions on fireplace mantle.
Local tap water is tested safe for drinking, but we provide bottled drinking water if you prefer. It is located throughout the kitchen. Coffee/tea provided.

It’s an old house, with old house charm!!! It can have a musty smell when first entering if house has been unused for awhile. Please open windows to air out. The “must” will dissipate in short order. 3 Air-purifiers are located in kitchen, upstairs and living room.
There are fans for summer, although the evenings can be cool and often chilly so you may not need them.
A Firepit is on the patio for your perusal. Instructions and cooking grate and poker are in the mudroom next to the rakes. (Please clean cooking grate after use). Wood and kindling outside as well as in the mudroom.
The evening holds the cacophony of nature: pond frogs, birds, crickets and an occasional coyote howling in the distance. Deer can wander through the yard along with bunnies, red squirrels, groundhogs & chipmunks. It’s a perfect renewal for the soul.

Entire home available for rental except locked bedroom and closets of the owner.
Artist-size grand piano available in separate music room for an extra charge.

Property manager

Delana Thomsen

Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Many small treasures from life r thru-out our home

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Pets can be allowed with written request.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking. No pets. No parties. Note: in kitchen, ONLY 1 appliance on at a time. Fireplace and Firepit available if you agree to follow the rules.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Craryville

Located in Craryville, this holiday home is in a rural area. Taconic State Park and Bash Bish Falls State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Stoddard Corner and Hornets Nest Paintball. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

What's nearby

  • Catamount Aerial Adventure Park - 10 min drive
  • Catamount Ski Area - 11 min drive
  • Taconic State Park - 12 min drive
  • Bash Bish Falls State Park - 14 min drive
  • Lake Taghkanic State Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 22 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • High Falls Pizzeria - 12 min drive
  • Vanderbilt Lakeside Bar Room & Guesthouse - 11 min drive
  • Martindale Chief Diner - 4 min drive
  • The Greens at Copake Country Club - 8 min drive
  • Main Street Public House - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Family friendly. In nature & all things Berkshire. Equidistant Hudson/GtBarr,MA located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Catamount Aerial Adventure Park, Callan Family Care and Catamount Ski Area. Taconic State Park and Claverack Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

4.5

Wonderful

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4.5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just as described!
Everything was just as described in the property description the house was perfect for our weekend getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

5/5 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful paradise
The house is utterly charming, cozy, and comfortable. The country surroundings are very scenic and serene. The ample backyard provides a lot of privacy for contemplation, reading, conversation, or whatever you prefer. Since we are history buffs, we liked the fact that the original part of the house was built in 1791, yet the house provided the modern conveniences that we wanted.The owner was very helpful in answering our questions. We had a very refreshing and rejeuvenating stay!

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful old world charm! We really enjoyed our stay!
The house was very comfortable and very clean. It can accommodate quite a few people with room to spare. Communication with Delana was excellent and she went to great lengths to make sure we had what we needed before our stay. Thank You Delana! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/5 Good

Joseph T.

Cozy and family friendly close to skiing
A very comfortable colonial farmhouse conveniently close to skiing. House was clean and owner was attentive and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

4/5 Good

Jennifer M.

quaint and great location
As described. Perfect getaway spot for Taconic Park walk and Berkshires. Great wood-burning stove.

About the host

Hosted by Delana Thomsen

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My late husband and I purchased this property as a vacation home 12 years ago. We closed on Valentine's Day 2005. I got married late in life, at age 50, my first marriage, his second. We are both professional classical musicians. This property was a special retreat from the city for us where we could unwind, relax and practice our musical instruments in peaceful surroundings. Since his death 2 years ago I've tried to think of ways for extra income. A friend suggested Home Away.

Why they chose this property

We wanted a place that was close enough to the city that we could easily get away for a couple days per week. I had spent some time in this area in years past, so we began our search in Columbia County. It was the third house we saw. We loved the name of the road, which has a bit of local history from an 1812 War battle, plus that the railroad tracks used to run in back of the property. A former owner used to come up every weekend on the train, and talk the conductor into slowing down so he could hop off right at the base of the driveway! The catcher for us was that there is a private room with a private entrance where I could have my piano studio; and my husband could have his bassoon studio in the back bedroom on the second floor. We never had a lot of money to upgrade the place, but enjoyed the quirkiness of the uneven floors, the 1791 cellar that is carved-out-with-a-spoon (one of the original sections of the house, and originally outside) and of course the beautiful grounds that are totally in nature, yet close proximity to the road, and very near Hudson and Gt. Barrington where live all amenities.

What makes this property unique

This property, as we were told, had always been a family home. It's very comfortable. There's room for privacy, and room to come together. There's a peacefulness to the property that I have always found comforting.
In the old days there used to be an artisan well in the backyard. The pond was put in before we bought it. The cattails have currently claimed it, but in April when all the frogs return it is the most sublime cacophony of sound all night long!
I love looking out onto the field across the way in the morning light, seeing the starry sky so clearly in the back yard at night, and catching glimpses of wildlife enjoy the property as well: bunnies, turkeys, and occasional deer, especially to feed at the apple tree.
I hope you will enjoy your visit to "our" home as much as we have and embrace it's uniqueness, warmth, and charm.
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