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Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat

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Built in the early twentieth century by a local farmer.
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Hartwick, NY
  • Place, Cooperstown Dreams Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Rail Explorers Cooperstown
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Brewery Ommegang
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Main floor living room

1 Double Futon

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat

Located atop local mountains and across from a state forest, Arnold's Lake has been a haven for families for well over 100 years. Our 2 bedroom cabin sleeps 5 comfortably and is all original. One of the first on the lake. The lake is clear, the view unreal, and the peace just what most of us are looking for.

This house is much as it was in the early twentieth century. It still has a quaint simple feel from an era long gone. There is a large porch to rock on, a great dock to sit and share coffee or a swim, a grill, a firepit (lots of wood provided), and the closeness to nature (lovely outdoor shower) that will linger long on your mind and soul.

If you are looking for something out of the ordinary from a more straightforward day and time, you have found it. Bring your binoculars and enjoy the Osprey, Bald Eagles, and fabulous fishing!

Both Baseball parks are within a 15-minute drive.

Note: One owner is a licensed real estate agent
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Please leave the keys in the door at checkout.
Take a few minutes to sit and enjoy the quiet one more time.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
The beauty of a small mountain lake is the quiet. Your voices carry. We ask that you be respectful of the history and community by managing noise.
We provide bath towels and lake towels. Please help us keep things in good shape by not using the bath towels for lake towels.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 225048vb
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 not indicated whether there is a 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Milford

Located in Milford, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Rail Explorers Cooperstown and Farmers' Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cooperstown Brewing Company and Bear Pond Winery. Check out an event or a game at Cooperstown All Star Village Fields, and consider making time for National Baseball Hall of Fame, a top attraction not to be missed. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Hartwick, NY

What's nearby

  • Cooperstown Dreams Park - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Rail Explorers Cooperstown - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Cooperstown Brewing Company - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Brewery Ommegang - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Barnyard Swing Miniature Golf - 15 min drive - 10.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪J & D’s Wagon Wheel - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Jive Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Brewery Ommegang - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cooperstown Brewing Company, Cooperstown Dreams Park and Rail Explorers Cooperstown. Goodyear Lake and Susquehanna River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and peaceful property! Hope to be back one day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin, the location , the lake were all wonderful.One of the most relaxing places I have been to. It was a gift.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Wonderful family vacation!

Very cute cabin on a absolutely beautiful lake! Made some amazing gamy memories❤️
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Patti P.

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

Quick trip

Beautiful peaceful setting
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2023
Thank you Patti for your thoughts on the stay you booked for your husband. We noticed all of your reviews for our place and our service was 5 star. Thank you. We work hard to be sure our little slice of heaven is as good as it can gets. However, it appears your overall review was 4 star. I know you were not at the house, but we would love to know what we can improve from your husbands perspective. Thank you The Fraziers
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very nice cabin. Everything you expect with a rustic cabin. The little heater was useful on the chilly nights and mornings. We enjoyed canoeing on the lake. Very quiet and peaceful. The hosts are great and communicated effectively. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty D.

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

Super relaxing stay

Beautiful, picturesque setting. perfect place to unwind, relax and rejuvenate. Owners were super accessible and even came and helped us with the grill and getting another boat out for us to enjoy The house is stacked with anything you may need Perfect spot to attend cooperstown baseball tournaments. We could have stayed in the rocking chairs on the porch all day and night. Thank you for the wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara D.

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

Classic lake cabin retreat

Classic little cabin for a lake getaway. Covered porch with lake view perfect for morning coffee and dinner. Just-right sized lake to do a circuit in the kayaks—we saw loons and a bald eagle—and walk the lake loop road. We stayed cool even during a heatwave. Nice welcoming touches and great communication and suggestions. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

A real camp

It brought us back in time to when we spent childhood summers in a real camp. This had many thoughtful touches and was preserved in the original as much as possible. Loved everything about this historic gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dave g.

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

Peaceful

The cabin is very clean, with a nice porch on the lake. Coffee in the morning on the lake was quite nice. There is an outdoor shower which is private and the hot water comes on quickly. The water inside is not potable, and there are obvious signs not to drink it. The hosts provide drinking water. They also provide lots of snacks/coffee/toothbrushes and other amenities you may need. Electric outlets are somewhat sparse but manageable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2023
Thank you David, we work hard to make this simple place a special place to stay. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

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

Baseball Hall of Fame Tournament Stay

While others in the Baseball Tournament mostly stayed in Cooperstown area hotels, we felt extremely blessed to enjoy this idyllic property. Rustic, yes, but very comfortable and warm inside for this time of year. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

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

Beautiful Setting!

If you're in for a super relaxing vibe in a semi-rustic cabin by a lake, there couldn't be a better place! The outdoor shower was a huge plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marian R.

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

A peaceful weekend with family

We spent a long weekend at this lovely cottage at the end of September and were so happy with our choice. The cottage is simple and rustic, but that is exactly what we were looking for and it was just the perfect size for our family group of my husband and me and our daughter and son-in-law. (There is also a futon and an air mattress, so more people certainly could have stayed too.) It was wonderful to wake up each morning in the front bedroom to the sun rising over the lake and then spend the day on the porch or deck, enjoying the lake, which is absolutely pristine and so quiet. Our daughter and son-in-law enjoyed swimming and paddle boating. The living room has a gas-fired stove, which was nice in the early morning and in the cooler fall temps at night. The kitchen is incredibly well stocked with every pot, pan, utensil you could need for any meal, and a full-size gas stove and oven, roomy full fridge, etc. We used the outdoor grill one evening, and later enjoyed a great fire in the fire pit for several hours. Plenty of firewood available, and complimentary s'mores makings. The outdoor shower was refreshing—plenty of hot water and just steps away from the cottage, very private, under a beautiful tree canopy. We arrived on a very rainy afternoon, and were grateful for Michele's recommendations for places nearby in Oneonta to have a cozy lunch and buy local farm produce. Thanks so much, Michele! We hope to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

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

Relaxing

Close to Cooperstown baseball fields just like we wanted. Right on a beautiful lake. Rustic and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Slice of paradise

This property was amazing. It was peaceful, quiet and had everything needed for a lovely family getaway. Michelle was helpful and came out to make sure we had boats ready for paddling. It is rustic, there is little to no cell service. That was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

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

A beautiful camp

Had an amazing stay at Michele’s property. The camp was everything explained on the listing. Very clean and cozy. Very clean lake with great views. Would high recommend and will be booking again in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2021
Brandon so glad you enjoyed. I know the weather wasn’t the best but often that’s when the great moments happen. We would be happy to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deb b.

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

Our stay

Quiet clean rustic and exactly what we were looking for! Close to ball park and Cooperstown
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family from Cincinnati

We had a fabulous time. Plenty of amenities for fun on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Our new happy place!

From the moment we walked in, we loved it. The cabin was rustic yet quaint with everything we needed. It was nice to disconnect from the hustle and bustle and reconnect with family time; no tv, no internet, no interruptions. We spent hours on the porch enjoying the serenity of the lake, fishing from the dock (our kids caught hundreds throughout the week and the lake is crystal clear), kayaking, row boating and just enjoying nature. The home is fully stocked with dishes and disposable goods, life jackets, fishing rods too. The kitchen has a full size refrigerator, hot plate, microwave, toaster oven all perfect for cooking breakfast and a gas grill. Birds hatched in the outdoor shower, we made friends with the chipmunk who would scamper across the porch, our baseball player and team brought home the championship which topped the cake. Our trip to New York and Arnold Lake is hands down one of our most memorable family vacations to date!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

wonderful cabin on a beautiful little lake. Very peaceful!!

Quaint and very clean cabin on beautiful Arnold Lake. We were very pleased with our stay. The cottage had everything we needed, but be warned that it is minimalistic....and has no internet, TV, and only spotty phone service (which is just what we were looking for!). The entire house was very clean and truly charming. The bedrooms and bathroom are upstairs and are all only separated by partial walls (open at the very top and bottom), so best for folks who are very comfortable with each other. Michelle was an attentive and accommodating hostess, and was very easy to work with. We would highly recommend this cottage, and are already planning our next stay there.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Amazing get-a-way from it all!

This little cabin has the utmost charm of an original 1920's lake cabin. Our host Bobbie, greeted us the day we arrived with all the details of the cabin. The porch was the highlight in the sun, the rain, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Its a quiet area, the lake is clean and fantastic to swim in, fish or paddle on. I had a great stay and would definitely return!

About the host

Hosted by Steve Roese

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We are a local family of five siblings that own the lake home together. The place has been in the family for more than 30 years. As diverse as can be, we are a business owner, construction manager, a farmer, a pastor and a professor. We have 10 children between us. We are fortunate to spend many summer days together cooking, fishing, hiking, and rocking on the porch.

Why they chose this property

The lake house was originally purchased by our mother as a place where we could all come together in the summers. Her dream was to make this cabin a place where many memories were made, and that would be passed down for generations to come. We are working on both the memory-making and the passing down for generations.

What makes this property unique

Simple, connected to the land and the lake. This is what most of us dream of when we think about a Northeast lake place. We happen to be fortunate to own it and love sharing with others.

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