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BBQ Ready: Lakeside Milford Home w/ Paddleboat

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A dock with two Adirondack chairs facing a calm lake, surrounded by forested hills.
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the front door, a red barn in the background, and a flagpole with an American flag.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a fireplace, a television, a large window with a lake view, and a comfortable seating area.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a kitchen area.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with red cushions, a colorful rug, a kitchen area with a wood stove, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
At the lakefront, this 1-bedroom cottage accommodates 6 guests and includes 1 bathroom. Enjoy water activities with a private boat dock and explore hiking or biking nearby. The outdoor entertainment area, yard, and balcony provide ample space for relaxation. Visit attractions like the Susquehanna River and Cooperstown Dreams Park.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor entertainment area
    A rare find — gather and enjoy the dedicated outdoor entertainment space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Milford, NY
  • Place, Cooperstown Dreams Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Rail Explorers Cooperstown
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Brewery Ommegang
    ‪11 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom

+1
2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

BBQ Ready: Lakeside Milford Home w/ Paddleboat

Lakefront Porch | WFH Friendly | Paddleboards | 6 Mi to Rail Explorers USA

Looking for endless fun for the whole group? This 1-bedroom, 1-bath Milford vacation rental sits along Arnold Lake and boasts ample outdoor entertainment, including a dock and watercrafts. If your group is seeking more adventure, head into Cooperstown to visit the Baseball Hall of Fame, check out local wineries and breweries in the area, or enjoy a day trip to explore the stunning Catskill and Adirondack Mountains!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 king bed, 2 full beds, 2 twin beds
- Living Room: 1 futon

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, under-counter refrigerator, microwave
- Keurig coffee maker, toaster, water dispenser, spices
- Cooking basics, trash bags/paper towels, dishware & flatware

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV, wood-burning stove (wood provided)
- Office space
- Kitchen table & coffee table (created from fallen property trees)
- Stereo, telephone

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Lake dock w/ lounge chairs
- Lakefront porch, hammock
- Fire pit, gas grill, large yard
- Paddleboat, tubes, stand-up paddleboards
- Picnic table, horse hitch, horseshoe pit

GENERAL
- Central heating
- Linens/towels, hair dryer
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry

FAQ
- Shallow lake access
- Sensitive septic system
- No A/C

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, exterior steps to enter
- Staircase to access water

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)

ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional studio for 5 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- 2 miles to Arnold Lake State Forest
- 10 miles to Gilbert Lake State Park
- 9 miles to Cooperstown: National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, Otsego Lake, Fenimore Art Museum
- 76 miles to Greater Binghamton Airport & 83 miles to Albany Int'l Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- The home is located on the shallow side of the lake, perfect for young children
- The property does not offer A/C
- This property runs on a sensitive septic system, thus no items (feminine products, floss, food, toys, etc) other than toilet paper are to be flushed down the toilet

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Important information

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Property # 9575548
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

Milford

Located in Milford, this cottage is on a lake. Rail Explorers Cooperstown and Farmers' Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Montezuma Winery and Rookie's Craft House. 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. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Cooperstown Dreams Park - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Rail Explorers Cooperstown - 10 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Cooperstown Brewing Company - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Brewery Ommegang - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • National Baseball Hall of Fame - 19 min drive - 16.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Brewery Ommegang - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Bison - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jive Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BBQ Ready: Lakeside Milford Home w/ Paddleboat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BBQ Ready: Lakeside Milford Home w/ Paddleboat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BBQ Ready: Lakeside Milford Home w/ Paddleboat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BBQ Ready: Lakeside Milford Home w/ Paddleboat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BBQ Ready: Lakeside Milford Home w/ Paddleboat located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Cooperstown Dreams Park, Montezuma Winery and Rail Explorers Cooperstown. Bassett Healthcare and Rookie's Craft House are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and well equipped cottage with beautiful views!We are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the Lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place!

This was my 5th stay. The host is a wonderful person, the property is amazing, its kid friendly, truely a rare gem. You wont be disappointed no matter what time of year you go!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Cabin

We had a wonderful stay. The cabin is very cozy and is well equipped, and the views are stunning. We are looking forward to a return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

Wonderful lake house, clean and well stocked!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing family getaway

Such a great time, this is our thrid year at this property. It never disappoints 😀 Can barely keep the kids out of the lake, best time to connect with eachother.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely lakeside location leisurely enjoyed

The cottage was cozy and the surroundings were quiet and peaceful. Although it rained most of our visit we were able to enjoy a trip to The Baseball Hall of Fame and Cooperstown.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cooperstown Trip

Our family stayed at this cottage while my son was playing baseball at Cooperstown Dreams Park. Beautiful property, great communication with the host, close to the park. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Slice of heaven year round

Yet another stay at this amazing cabin. Owned and operated by a wonderful family. In the 4 or 5 times I've been there has never been a problem. You can't go wrong with this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot for a long weekend at Cooperstown…

We loved, loved this lake home for our family. My children were able to fish from the dock each day and take out the paddle boat and paddle boards. It was the perfect getaway for our family of 5.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cooperstown Tournament

We were very happy with the house, the amenities, and of course the lake. The house was as advertised and we enjoyed the paddle boards and dock. We were in and out due to a baseball tournament, but we were all very happy with the house!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Lake Home

Quiet lake home close to Cooperstown. The home was well organized and well stocked. Outside porch area was really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another amazing stay with the kids

The weather didn't cooperate and even with that we all had a BLAST! The kids were in and out of the lake all day and we booked for next year an even longer stay. This place really is a hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Buck list trip

This trip was a Bucket List trip to the Baseball Hall of Fame. My husband is a huge baseball fan but had never gone to Cooperstown. We had a great trip, the house location was perfect and the view was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside Cottage

This home is a great little home for a family to enjoy a getaway in the woods. Only 12 minutes from the cooperstown feilds it is perfect for a family needing a place during the tournament. The lake is quiet and clean and a wonderful place to relax. The house is clean and stocked with anything you might need! Enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A slice of heaven

It doesn't matter what season you visit this camp it's always beautiful. The camp has everything you need while still feeling rustic. From wifi to a paddle boat they have you covered. The owner is absolutely awesome to work with, professional and polite. I've gone 4 times now and am already planning a 5th, don't miss out on this place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

There's No Place Like Home (plate)

Very relaxing and quiet. House was very clean. We were so happy with our experience that we booked the home for another week the following year. The house does not have a washer and dryer, but if you pack knowing this you will be fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cooperstown baseball trip

I couldn’t be more pleased with our accommodations at this Lakeside Retreat. The place was clean, well stocked, and absolutely perfect. The property manager Lisa made sure we had everything we could possibly need and even threw in extras like ingredients for s’mores, extra propane for the gas grill, and extra firewood for the outdoor pit. We spent our days watching the kids play baseball and our evenings fishing off the dock, boating, and enjoying the outdoor space to the fullest. We already can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cooperstown Baseball

Last year we loved this property and location so much that we booked it again for this year while my grandson played baseball at Cooperstown. It was a great place for the kids to unwind after their games. The kids enjoyed paddle boarding, fishing, and some hiking. The only recommendation that I would suggest is to list the fact that the property has no washer and dryer so that people would be prepared. We were prepared this year, but we struggled a little last year with minimal clothes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lake Cottage

The place was nice. It was very cold and not enough heat. When we got there we couldn't figure out the tv. I called the management company who advised the property manager would come out. That never happened. That was disappointing but fortunately we figured it out on our own.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay from July 6-11 while our son was playing baseball at Cooperstown All Star Village was perfect. The location is somewhat in the middle between Cooperstown and Oneonta, which works well if you’re going to both cities. It was a scenic 18-minute drive from the Lakeside cottage to the All Star fields by Oneonta (I think it’s even closer to the other baseball complex by Cooperstown).The rustic cottage was perfect for our needs and was comfortable, clean, quiet and relaxing. The lake views are amazing and we enjoyed relaxing on the dock by the water (and my wife and son enjoyed use of the paddle boards on the lake).The owner, Wade, was extremely helpful and responsive throughout our stay, making sure we had everything we needed for a great stay. His restaurant recommendations were all spot-on for what we were looking for. For our family and needs, this was a great place to relax and sleep and enjoy a little downtime between all of the baseball activities that brought us to Cooperstown — highly recommended!
We got to see Eddie, the resident bald eagle
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

This property is in Otsego County not the lake. It is Arnold lake 25 minutes from Cooperstown. There was perishables left in refrigerator and the tv was not working. When attempting to call the host the number was disconnected. Emailed VRBO who contacted someone that got back later that night but we already made other accommodations since no one was available. I was told sorry but host info had never been updated . Now disputing refund over a week
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2022
Hello Maria, thanks for letting us know about your stay. The owner wanted to share the following: - The property is listed accurately as a lakeside property but it does not state the property is on Otsego Lake and we are sorry this impacted your stay. - The items in the refrigerator are left by previous guests. We have not had any complaints from previous guests and guests tend to enjoy them while they are there. - The TV is in working order but not every channel is available to view. This information is provided in the Welcome Book and Guide Book so guests are fully prepared for their stay. We truly go above and beyond for our guests, and we are confident that future guests will have excellent stays!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing view of the lake, perfect weather, and stocked with all sorts of fun stuff like a paddle boat and fishing poles.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Autumn Lake Vibes near Cooperstown

We traveled to the Cooperstown area as a celebration trip for my husband‘s birthday. He chose the trip destination, the Baseball Hall of Fame, and this was a great location/cottage to use as “home base” for a few days. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the areas of Cooperstown, Milford and Cherry Valley. It was a laid-back time of year to be a tourist in this area. We have used VRBO several times, and give this cottage 4 stars for a couple of reasons. I would highly recommend that you thoroughly read the description of the cottage and acquaint yourself with all of the idiosyncrasies of this rental. I am usually pretty good at doing that but there were a couple of things I missed. The running/tapwater is not potable, however drinking water is provided in a large cooler. Not a huge inconvenience however something to be aware of. We were not informed ahead of time that the dock would be taken out of the water at the time we arrived. My husband is a fisherman as well and was looking forward to sitting on the dock to fish and was not able to do that. Basically all of the outdoor amenities were closed down for the season and we were not informed of that. It was very cold at night low of 29° and the heating was by a woodstove which took us a little while to figure out, no central heat or A/C. Having never operated a woodstove it was a bit of an adventure! Two things I would recommend to the owner are more comfortable seating in the living room - need a new couch and the linens and bed pillows were a bit shabby. That being said, we enjoyed the cottage by the lake, the view is fantastic and the proximity to all attractions in the area worked for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene stay

Our time at Arnold Lake is always too brief, but we were delighted this year to find this lovely cottage, which felt like a home away from home. Well-stocked kitchen for all kinds of cooking, beautiful views upstairs and down, cozy with personal touches throughout. We enjoyed reading about the history of the cottage and the family’s love and care for it. The dock was a great place for reading and swimming and just taking in the view for hours. The lake is pristine. On our walks we met welcoming and friendly neighbors. We look forward to returning with our daughter and son-in-law next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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