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Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski

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Front of house
Open-plan living room & kitchen
Private heated saltwater pool
Private heated saltwater pool
Back yard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Den

1 Single Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski

HEATED POOL OPEN MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND TO LABOR DAY WEEK.
Welcome to our family-focused home. The chef's kitchen, dining room, and living room combine for one large open family area. The kitchen is fully equipped with maple cabinets, granite countertops, a huge granite dining center island, and a beautiful large mission style bench seat. There is a half bathroom off the kitchen.

The living room has a sofa and love seat, gas fireplace, and desk/chair. The dining room has a farm table that seats 8 and wrap-around windows and doors to two decks. One deck has a table that seats up to 8 and the other deck has a gas BBQ and chairs overlooking the pool.

The Den has a twin bed, sofa, and two beautiful barrel chairs. There is a TV with Chromecast and a DVD player with plenty of children's videos and games.

The large Main BR has a queen size bed, two closets, TV with Chromecast, and a private bathroom with double sink and walk-in tiled shower.

Upstairs has two huge BRs and a shared full bathroom with tub. One BR has a bunk bed plus a separate full size futon bed. The second BR has one queen and one single bed.

The house has window A/C throughout.

The basement has a ping pong table, two-player basketball arcade game, foosball table, nock hockey, TV area with a sofa, love seat, and exercise bike.

The front yard is set far back far from the road with open views of the large pond across the street in the winter (no access).

The private back yard has a fenced-in, up to 8' deep in-ground heated saltwater pool and connected screened-in gazebo with furniture, radio, and ceiling fan. Ample pool furniture, 4-person dining table, patio umbrellas, and beach towels are provided.

The driveway leads to an outdoor asphalt parking area with a basketball hoop, as well as a large unattached garage for one car. In the garage, we offer some gym equipment (BowFlex), access to several bicycles and helmets, golf clubs, tennis rackets/balls, RipStiks/Waveboards, pogo stick, hula hoop, and other items.

There is hi-speed wifi throughout the house which can easily support work, gaming, and streaming movies (our family had five people working remotely at the same time during the pandemic). Utilities include hot water baseboard heat, gas appliances and fireplace, water softener, whole-house water filter, and instant-on hot water. Separate heating zones for each floor. The house has a burglar alarm system, smoke and carbon dioxide alarms, fire extinguisher, and security cameras (on the outside only). The house has a coded door lock, so no need to carry around a key.

Guest Access

Full access, except for locked basement storage rooms and utility closets.

Interaction with Guests

Access is fully remote. In-person assistance is available, as needed.

The Neighborhood

The house is a 2-hour drive from NYC and 2-1/2 hours from Boston in rural southern Columbia County, NY (just north of Dutchess County, NY and east of Berkshire County, MA).

Birch Hill Road is one of the nicest streets in the area. The house sits across from a large pond (no access). You can walk to Copake Lake, the area's largest lake which has a marina to rent boats, a seasonal café, and a beautiful 18-hole public golf course and scenic restaurant. Catamount Ski (winter) and Adventure Park and Zip Line (spring/summer/fall) is only a 10 minute drive away. Catamount has a weekly adventure camp (M-F) for ages 3-13 during July and August. There is a nearby 9-hole public golf course. The hamlets of Hillsdale and Copake are five minutes away, as is their joint weekly farmers' market (May-November) and large public library with children's reading/play area. The area also includes many great hiking trails and a popular rail trail with bike rentals. The more populous cities of Hudson, NY (considered the Brooklyn of Upstate New York) and Great Barrington, MA (the hub of the Southern Berkshires) have many restaurants, chain and local stores, antiquing, theater, movies, bowling, music, etc. and are each less than a half hour away.

Within an hour are Butternut, Jiminy Peak, and Hunter Mountain ski areas, Tanglewood, Albany, and Saratoga Racetrack. Southern Vermont ski resorts and Gore Mountain are two hours away, so accessible for a day trip.

Getting Around

Closest public transportation is Amtrak station in Hudson (25 minutes by car) and Metro North station in Wassaic (35 minutes).

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Maximum of five children allowed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Owner highly allergic to cats and dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping in the house or by the pool.
Maximum two families

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Craryville

Located in Copake Lake, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Taconic State Park and Mount Washington State Forest, while Ancram Opera House and FASNY Museum of Firefighting are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Stoddard Corner and Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Copake Lake, NY

What's nearby

  • Copake Lake - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • National Shrine of the Divine Mercy - 33 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 37 min drive - 60.0 km
  • Bard College - 39 min drive - 57.4 km
  • Omega Institute - 42 min drive - 59.8 km

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 23 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Martindale Chief Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taconic Wayside Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Little Cat Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hy’s Fried - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski?

As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski on 11 April 2026 start from NZ$921, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vacation Home w/Private Heated Pool on 6 Acres Near Copake Lake / Catamount Ski located?

This family-friendly Copake Lake holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Copake Lake and Mosquito Island. Copake Town Park and Hillsdale Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 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. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host is proactive and very responsive. Kitchen is very well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was as advertised and exceeded our expectations. The open floor plan and large kitchen made it very welcoming for our group. The bedrooms were well maintained and comfortable. The bathrooms are updated and in great condition. The heat was on a timer so even though we got in late on a Friday in the winter, the house was warm and ready for us. The basement game room was fun for the kids and the adults too. It was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice house with attentive and thoughtful owners. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is made available, with comfortable beds, linens, and cooking accessories. The pool is great, and our entire family, including the kids enjoyed it every day. We explored the local area which is quite beautiful, and this house is a great base to work from. We would definitely stay here again. Next time we’re in the area I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe O.

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

Relaxing getaway

Nice secluded getaway not to far. Great to explore local area. Beautiful lake to enjoy. Relaxing environment and friendly locals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fanny C.

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

Great

Great property and location
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

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

Very Responsive Hosts

Lots of room and great pool!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shara N.

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed staying at the house. It was clean and very organized. Easy to work with the owners. The pool is beautiful. Enjoyed our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

al W.

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

Great Location

Close to Bash Bish Falls and Great Barrington. This home was perfect for a family gathering with many amenities and a large modern kitchen with center island seating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Quiet country stay

The Shiffs have a lovely home and it is as described in the listing. The pool was so nicely tended to -and the salt water great. We cooked a lot at the house -and they have everything you need plus. The area is kind of private but we met the next door neighbor and tried some of their delicious dumplings. I would definitely recommend and rent again if staying in this area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

quiet vacation

It was a relaxing week to decompress. The owners were great in recommending activities for us to look at. We ended up going to a concert at Tanglewood for my birthday. Even though it rained alot during our stay we were able to use the pool on several days and enjoyed exploring the surrounding areas. Also enjoyed the games in the basement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joel w.

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

Perfect Vacation Home

Wonderful home, fantastic pool, great place to relax and enjoy the company of friends or family. The house is perfectly stocked with all necessities. First VRBO rental that I can recall where we didn't have a single problem to deal with. Jay was super helpful and accommodating. A pleasure to deal with. Will definitely return. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson S.

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

Just Perfect

This house has everything you could want and more. I spent one week here, along with my husband and two young adult children. We thoroughly enjoyed the salt water pool and well appointed kitchen and game room in the basement. The house is ideally located between Great Barrington, MA and Hudson, NY. It is close to Catamount mountain which offers a fun aerial adventure park. There’s a brewery nearby called Roe Jan which I highly recommend. The hosts provided lots of useful information about the area and were very receptive to questions. We would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debora T.

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

Great Week

We had a great stay with our family. Our son and his fiancee and our other son, his wife, and two children stayed with us for several days out of the week. The house was very comfortable for the 8 of us both inside and out. The kitchen was amazingly well stocked, although we ended up not doing much cooking. We have gone to Stockbridge every summer for at least 10 years, and this was the first time we stayed outside that area. Nevertheless, there was plenty to do near the house (hiking, restaurants) and it wasn't a long drive to Great Barrington and Lenox. We went to theater in Pittsfield one evening, and the trip was less than an hour. The hosts were very helpful in answering questions and suggesting restaurants. Also, as mentioned by other reviewers, the basement was well stocked with games such as ping pong, foos ball, knock hockey, and a basketball game. Our grandchildren spent most of their time in the swimming pool. We enjoyed having coffee each morning in the gazebo which provided shelter from bugs but the ability to be outdoors. It was a very enjoyable week and the house was everything we hoped for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alefiya A.

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

Spacious home in a beautiful setting!

Our extended family (5 adults and 2 kids) spent a comfortable week at this spacious home. The saltwater pool was lovely and very private - a great treat on a warm summer afternoon or at the end of a busy day of fun in the Berkshires!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Beautiful Fall Weekend in Craryville

We had a lovely time in this home! It was exactly as described with tons of kitchen supplies, cozy beds, and beautiful fall foliage! The kids especially enjoyed playing basketball in the driveway (an unexpected plus!)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Beautiful!

Had a great experience at this home in Copake, NY. With a heated pool and basement game room we didn’t even have to leave to entertain our two young kids (2 and 5). Plenty of room to spread out as well and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuela A.

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

Beautiful house near Catamount Mountain

My husband and I and our 3 boys, ages 11, 14 and 17 spent a long weekend at Amy's house 2 weeks ago. The house is very comfortable, very clean, great kitchen, everything was perfect. Amy's instructions were easy to follow and she was very responsive. Great basement with games to keep the boys entertained. The area is lovely too, I recommend the Catamount Mountain Adventure park and Zip line.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

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

The Best Vacation House Ever

Every summer we rent a house and I have to say this was by far the nicest. The owners truly thought of everything and nothing is missing -- they ever have towels for the pool so you don't have to bring your own. The pool itself was amazingly clean and the grounds were incredibly private. They even have bikes to use. It is located about 10 minutes from great hiking and less than 5 minutes from boating and waterskiing. The house has a game room and tons of toys if you have small children. Its really a great vacation spot for families. The house was spotless clean, the beds were very comfortable and the towels were plush. The owners were incredibly nice. We have nothing but good things to say about it and we really look forwrd to going back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith T.

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

Wonderful swimming pool and space for kids.

We loved our stay at your house. We did not do much sightseeing since we were there to rest and recuperate, three adults and a three year old child. Having a pool there just for us, right at the door, was just wonderful and more than made up for the fact that Copake Lake is private unless you rent a motor boat. And the house was well-equipped with what we needed. We would definitely go there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

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

Tranquil Retreat

The house is nestled into the woods and very private. The pool added immensely to our enjoyment. The house is very well equipped and conveniently located to Copake Lake. Great Barrington is about 10 miles away and has much to offer. When we needed to contact the owners, we found them to be very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

"We want to stay here forever"

This was the perfect place to stay for a family get-together with a wide range in children's ages. Good spaces for people to be together in small or large groups or to be alone. Amenities for all, including cooking, pool activities, an incredible basement activity room (for various ages). Nearby interests (for us, a great farmers market, Taconic state park, interesting stores and a great restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Comfy Get Away

This place is great for gatherings and has plenty of space to entertain. The kitchen is large and open ups to the living room with a fireplace. The outside has a great porch and gazebo and lots of places to sit around the heated pool. This place was very relaxing and felt right at home! The owners are friendly and were quick to respond to any questions.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

really just perfect.

We really enjoyed our stay. The game room down stairs was so fun for the kids. The rooms were clean, cute, and the beds were comfortable. Amy (the owner) was very helpful, kind, and was wonderful with responding to my texts. I hope we will be spending more time in this adorable home with fabulous views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

All the comforts of home and more!

Rented this lovely home for my family of 6 adults and it worked out perfectly. The home is as described. Loved the open concept kitchen and living room. Loved that the kitchen was well equipped with basic condiments, pots, pans, cleaning supplies. The game room in the basement was fun as was the salt water pool with floats and towels. The screened gazebo was an attractive feature. The garage had all the sporting equipment you would want including extra sets of golf clubs. Glad the owners' instructions are detailed and complete. Despite no AC in MBR, there was a ceiling fan that helped a lot. The AC in the kitchen cooled off the main living area and the ACs upstairs worked perfectly. The setting is quiet and woodsy but conveniently located to Copake Lake where we rented a pontoon boat. Dined at John Andrews & The Greens. Both were excellent. The Copake Lake Golf Course was challenging. Bash Bish Falls was spectacular as was star gazing in the backyard. (and if you need a hair salon, Ronda's, around the corner on Rt. 23 was perfect) The owners were responsive to texts asking for local recommendations. The damage deposit was refunded within 5 days! It felt like the owners are not just renting you their home, they equip it and help you so you will have a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amarya F.

Amazing property and location for families and adults, and very pleasant to deal with!

Perfect! We stayed with our children of varying ages, and everyone had an incredible time. The house is so clean, comfortable, and pleasant, and is fully stocked with toys, games, and entertainment for a wide spectrum of ages and interests. The pool was clean and warm and we spent several hours a day swimming. The patios, hammocks, and gazebo really create a great setting for outdoor relaxation, and the basement gameroom with pingpong, fusbol, hockey, hoops kept the kids busy. A real highlight was the immediate and wider surroundings. The property has beautiful foliage and privacy, and the nearby lake in view adds to the charm. There are fun and wonderful attractions nearby including stream and waterfall hikes, state parks with boating, and much more. The hosts were wonderful to deal with, and such clear instructions were provided that we didnt even need to reach out for anything, but Amy did periodically email to check if we were good, which was appreciated. I would go again, and I agreed with my children and wife that this was the best home rental experience we ever had. FIVE STARS!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Amy Schiff

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NYC real estate broker at Maxwell Jacobs, Inc. (look me up), wife and mother of three grown children. 30 years vacationing in Columbia County.

Why they chose this property

Copake is a respite from NYC with a laid-back vibe.

What makes this property unique

Warm and inviting house with private heated in-ground pool (most other homes in this price range only offer communal pools).

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