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Vintage Country Home with Games, Fireplace & 20 Min to Hudson

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a green armchair, a grey sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A kitchen with green cabinets, a dishwasher, and a window with a view of trees.
A dining area with a table set for four, a large bowl, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a wooden ceiling beam.
A room with a wooden floor, a coat rack, a console table with a lamp, a framed picture, and a staircase with wooden railings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Cue up the fun

    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Lake Taghkanic State Park
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ancram, NY
  • Place, Lake Taghkanic State Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bard College
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Culinary Institute of America
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vintage Country Home with Games, Fireplace & 20 Min to Hudson

Escape to Ancram Aviary this season! Nestled in Hudson Valley's scenic splendor, our cozy 1950s Dutch Colonial offers a tranquil retreat 90 minutes from NYC. Enjoy 2,500 sq ft of warm, inviting space on 5 acres of private woodlands - perfect for families with kids, and pets!

⭐️ Amenities Highlight ⭐️

✅ Vintage brick fireplace
✅ 65’ smart TV
✅ Pool table
✅ Cozy attic reading room
✅ Dedicated workspace
✅ Lightning-fast 1-GB fiber optic WiFi
✅ Kids supplies (crib, high chair, mattress)
✅ Pet bowls
✅ Board games & corn cob ring toss
✅ Firepit
✅ Charcoal BBQ grill

⭐️ Modern Cottage ⭐️

1️⃣ Pet friendly (up to 2 dogs allowed | pet fee)
2️⃣ Kid-friendly
3️⃣ 2-bed, 2.5 bath
4️⃣ In-unit washer & dryer
5️⃣ Modern appliances (dishwasher, coffee maker, oven, microwave)
6️⃣ Modern decor, vintage art, chic aesthetic
7️⃣ Fully equipped kitchen
8️⃣ Central heat & AC | Mini-split
9️⃣ 5-acre private woodlands | mature trees
🔟 2 outdoor patios (including dining tables)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3705302vb
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

About the area

Elizaville

Located in Elizaville, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The Clermont Mansion and Clermont State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Taghkanic State Park and Hornets Nest Paintball. Consider Roe Jan Brewing Co. for a night out or The Stissing Center if you're travelling with kids. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, rock climbing and cycling nearby.
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Ancram, NY

What's nearby

  • Lake Taghkanic State Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bard College - 33 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Omega Institute - 37 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Culinary Institute of America - 52 min drive - 67.5 km
  • Kaaterskill Falls - 57 min drive - 69.9 km

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 23 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doves Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪West Taghkanic Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪JoJo's Pizza Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dutch's Spirits - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Upstate BBQ - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Country Home with Games, Fireplace & 20 Min to Hudson pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Vintage Country Home with Games, Fireplace & 20 Min to Hudson?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vintage Country Home with Games, Fireplace & 20 Min to Hudson?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Country Home with Games, Fireplace & 20 Min to Hudson?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Country Home with Games, Fireplace & 20 Min to Hudson located?

This family-friendly Elizaville cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Taghkanic State Park, New Forge State Forest and Lake Taghkanic. East Beach and West Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An adorable country cottage. It was spotlessly clean, so comfortable, and had everything you could think of needing. Probably the best Vrbo experience any of us ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Hudson Valley Getaway

My partner and I spent 5 wonderfully relaxing days exploring the small towns in the area, grilling out and enjoying being surrounded by so much natural beauty. The home is very clean and well equipped to make any stay comfortable. We are very much looking forward to planning our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2025
Michael, thanks for a glowing review! We’d be glad to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Time to Unwind

Absolutely beautiful location. Lots of hiking nearby. Countless places, towns, attractions, etc. to check out. The house was better than the pictures suggest. We are already making plans to return in the Spring / Summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 January 2024
Keith, so glad to hear you enjoyed the cottage! It would be our pleasure to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More than we wxpected

My family of four stayed at this house for a wedding in the area. The house was more than we expected. Very comfortable, good feel, and just an overall good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Isha

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Brooklyn based artist. Love traveling, meeting new people and creating amazing experiences for guests!

Why they chose this property

Rolling hills, amazing farms, beautiful nature scenery and fantastic arts & cultured

What makes this property unique

Great for families with kids, pet friendly, perfect for remote workers with super-fast WiFi. Amenities like massive family room, pool table, BBQ, and fireplace

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