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Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Brookside Museum
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Ballston Spa, NY
  • Place, Brookside Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Saratoga County Fairgrounds & Expo Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Saratoga Performing Arts Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Eastside Double

1 Double Bed

Eastside Queen

1 Queen Bed

Westside Queen

1 Queen Bed

Westside Single

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 (upstairs)

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

Bathroom 2 (downstairs)

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house

Step into the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully restored 1850s village home. Recently renovated, the space retains original woodwork, a cozy reading nook, and thoughtful details throughout. This home is ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small groups looking for peace, style, and walkable convenience. Whether you’re heading to the historic Saratoga Race Track, SPAC or the breathtaking Adirondacks, you’re never far from the best the region has to offer.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off air conditioners and close any open windows.
Wash dirty dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No commercial photography or filming.
Quiet hours from 11pm to 7am.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4742895vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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

Ballston Spa

Ballston Spa is home to this holiday home. Saratoga Lake and Saratoga Spa State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Saratoga Performing Arts Center and TreePaad Fun Center. Stillwater Glen Hallow Park and Saratoga Harness Museum are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking and mountain biking in the area.
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Ballston Spa, NY

What's nearby

  • Brookside Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Saratoga County Fairgrounds & Expo Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Saratoga Performing Arts Center - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Saratoga Racetrack - 13 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Saratoga Springs City Center - 16 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Saratoga Springs Station - 17 min drive
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Speckled Pig Brewery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house located?

Situated in Ballston Spa, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Brookside Museum and The Saratoga County Fairgrounds & Expo Center. Saratoga Spa State Park and Central Bark are also within 3 miles (5 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. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2025
Adam, Thank you so much for choosing to stay at the Blackbird Retreat! It was a pleasure having you and your family. Please know you are welcome back any time.
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location for stay during RPI graduation. We could walk to town for coffee, food, and shopping. Close to Saratoga Springs. We had a concern that the host quickly communicated and resolved, which is ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was awesome, it had snowed and she came out before we arrived and cleared the driveway, very much appreciated!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2026
Thanks for being such a lovely group! I appreciate all the communication, and for treating the space as if it were your own. Please feel free to stay again in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for the races at Saratoga and had a great stay! Linnaea is very responsive and accommodating. 10/10 would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great, well-equipped house. Walkable to shops and restaurants in downtown Ballston Spa. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing. Great communication. This was our first time staying at a Vrbo and we are hooked. Great location. Great size house for our family of 4. Very clean. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Linnaea DiNallo

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