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A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year. A perfect, private, quiet mountaintop location.

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A living room with a sofa, a fireplace, a dining area with a table set for two, and a kitchen in the background.
A living room with a brown sofa, a patterned armchair, and a small round table with a decorative rug.
A house with a front porch, a satellite dish, and a garden with flowers and ferns.
A bookshelf with various books and a small figurine.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a vase with flowers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
With a hot tub, this vacation home offers a relaxing retreat. It has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. The property includes 1 hot tub and features a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Adventure seekers can enjoy nearby skiing, snowboarding, and birdwatching, as well as attractions like Zema's Nursery and Cherry Plain State Park. Pets are welcome.

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Internet
  • Toys
  • Dog-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Stephentown, NY
  • Place, Zema's Nursery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Crooked Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Cherry

1 Queen Bed

Maple

1 Queen Bed

The Back Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

House

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Maple

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year. A perfect, private, quiet mountaintop location.

Year round beauty at The Magic Spot! Very private and quiet. You're in the woods, with birds, critters, tulips (1200), lilacs and lots of rare lilies. Perfect for families. Art and books in every room. The excellent kitchen makes the chefs smile. The Magic Spot is on a mountaintop, with cool mountain breezes, even in the hottest weather. Outdoor hot tub available. Good guitars available too - if you need one. An excellent, comfortable, vacation house.

Hiking/birding/guided mushrooming. Nearby State Park for swimming. Near Tanglewood, Mass Moca, Clark Art Inst.

IMPORTANT: Weekday BASE PRICE $200 for 2 bedrooms. Additional bedrooms $50 per room . Summer weekends $300/entire house. Discounts available. Electric surcharge $25/day if you use AC. (Sorry, but it can't be helped.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No Loud noise after 10 pm
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 453 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Unattended dogs MUST be crated.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Turn off heat
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Owner available 8am. - 8pm. Available 24 hours if emergency. $25 per day electric surcharge if AC us used.
Dogs left alone must be crated or put in the comfortable back room w sheets covering furniture. This is a safety factor if I need to enter the house .
RENTAL AGREEMENT: Base price: $200/1 or 2 bedrooms per night. $50 per additional bedroom. EG: $250/3 bedrooms. $300/4bedrooms. .

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1844338vb
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
Note from host: No Loud noise after 10 pm
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Stephentown

Located in Stephentown, this holiday home is in the mountains. Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort and Berkshire Retreat Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Zema's Nursery and Mountain Coaster. Alpine Super Slide and Sand Lake Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Stephentown, NY

What's nearby

  • Zema's Nursery - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Crooked Lake - 10 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Cherry Plain State Park - 10 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Glass Lake - 11 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 30 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Norte Azul Cantina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪17 Cherry Plain Square - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bluebird & Co. - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' Donuts - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year. A perfect, private, quiet mountaintop location. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year. A perfect, private, quiet mountaintop location.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year. A perfect, private, quiet mountaintop location.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year. A perfect, private, quiet mountaintop location.?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year. A perfect, private, quiet mountaintop location. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cherry Plain State Park, Zema's Nursery and Taconic Ridge State Forest. Crooked Lake and Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would recommend this place to any friend or family! Was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic property away from the hustle and bustle. Host was very nice and accommodating with recommendations in the area of things to do or places to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures and description do not do it justice! The hosts were so kind and hospitable, sat and talked with us on arrival and departure about anything and everything, sent us home with some AMAZING local cheese and homemade cookies, and just made our stay feel welcome and warm. We only stayed for a night but we plan to come back for a longer stay at some point. The house was so clean and homey and the area was quiet and beautiful. Also we brought our pups with us and they were spoiled rotten with treats and love. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house with lots of character!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time exploring the local area and shops and visiting Mass MoCA. Robert was friendly and welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect country oasis
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house had a ton of beautiful antiques and lots of rooms. The book collection was also really fun and unique. Robb was so sweet leaving us some local cheese and vegetables. While it was pet friendly we didn't know that dogs unattended needed to be crated and put in the back room. It would have been helpful and should be in the "about this property" section and on the sheet that is left in the house for instructions. It's listed at the very bottom of the check out instructions. The wi-fi was spotty but we didn't spend too much time at the house. Overall it was a good stay for what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
These were wonderful guests. But I have to add; it does say that about the dogs in the house rules : "Dogs left alone must be crated or put in the comfortable back room w sheets covering furniture. This is a safety factor if I need to enter the house ." Advise to all guests: read the house rules. Advice to Vrbo - find a way to insure guests read house rules. By the way, in this case the dogs were not at all problematic. Gentle and well behaved.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We had a great time watching the birds and playing outside! I'd definitely recommend this property after the flowers bloom because I can only imagine how much prettier it is. Host was responsive and checked in daily. We were a little shocked by the extra cost for bedrooms but if you read the description it is in there!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

The house was the perfect place to lay our heads and enjoy a night at Tanglewood before continuing on our road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Great homey house. Owners wonderful!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value and nice host.

Robb was a wonderful host. We appreciated his flexibility with check in time and the local cheese he provided for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique property

Enjoyed our stay there while we visited with area families. Saw wildlife all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was just what we needed - a dog friendly home with enough beds for our group of 8 to lay our heads after a nighttime show at Tanglewood. The house is a quiet retreat well off the beaten path. Robb is a kind and thorough host with excellent knowledge of local shops, vendors, and places to visit (try the cheeses!!).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Stephentown

Stay for the weekend well visiting family in Troy new york.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect way point

We stopped overnight for a place to sleep between Rochester and Boston. The owner was very friendly and shared some delicious cheese.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

We had three adults, a dog, and 6 month old baby for the weekend, and enjoyed our visit. The owners communicated well and very very welcoming and hospitable to all of us, including the dog! Also gave us great food recommendations for the area. Would definitely return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

James Taylor at Tanglewood

We came up from NJ to see James Taylor at Tanglewood and needed someplace to stay with the dog. This property fit the bill.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

We were only here for a short time, host is very kind and gave us all the information needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Like staying at a friends house

Cute, eclectic house with everything you would ever need. The maple room bed is super comfy and has a huge bathroom. Fresh flowers and shoveled path were a nice welcome on a dark, dreary, snowy day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome hideaway in the woods

Robb was a very gracious and sweet host with great info to share about the area and answered all my questions before and after checking in. I loved the house and what it had to offer. Would love to come back. Thank you Robb!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Service of Fire Apparatus/Troy NY

The owner met us on site. The house was very clean and orderly. Everything about the property screams well maintained. We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We did not go because of the weather. But the manager of the property was very nice to us and understand that. We are really looking forward to book this property again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two Weeks in mid July 2020

A comfortable, country get-away with all the conveniences of home. The kitchen was well stocked. Robert is a very generous and attentive host. Stephentown proved to be an undiscovered (to us, at least) gem.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2020
Noel, Linda and the dogs were perfect guests. I truly enjoyed our interactions. No one has ever left the house cleaner! They have my highest recommendation, at least 10 stars!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and comfy

Perfect for our family. In town fort a grad party. Robb was fantastic to communicate with. Very helpful. Next time I'm booking for the Fall up here
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert Goldstein

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Retired musician/arts educator. Gourmet cook. Friendly. Easy going. Glad to converse or give you all the privacy you desire.

Why they chose this property

This is a beautiful and extremely private spot. In the woods on the very top of the mountain. GREAT WATER. Plenty of room outdoors to roam. The spring is exhilarating, the summer is lush, and the winter - my favorite time on the mountain..

For a private get-away, or a family gathering, it is a perfect place. Woofers welcome!

What makes this property unique

Dirt road - ten(?) cars a day and that is a busy day for traffic.
Big fire pit in the lower yard. Mountaintop air. Virtually no noise here. Your host loves to pick delicious wild mushrooms - which are abundant up here. In season I can bring you chanterelles, porcini + many others - or if you'd like, take you can join me for a mushroom walk.

My favorite benefit - nothing fancy here, just a lot of put your feet up and relax furnishings. Comfortable and cozy.

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