Location: Red Hook, Hudson Valley, New York, USA (90 Minutes from Nyc; 1/2 Mile from the Taconic State Parkway)
Accommodations: Single Family House, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 4 Baths (Sleeps 8-12)
A bucolic retreat, this completely secluded property, nestled on 65 acres offers activities for every season. Heated pool, tennis court, basketball, bocce, horseshoes, nature walks and hiking and cross country skiing on marked trails. Enjoy the tranquility overlooking the stocked pond from the gazebo, or use the rowboat and fishing equipment. There is not a neighbor in sight.
The sun filled, roomy farmhouse offers every modern convenience yet retains the charm of yesteryear with stone fireplaces (indoors and out) and a wood burning stove. Traditionally furnished with a combination of antiques and classic pieces, it is comfortable and attractive with plenty of room to gather together yet plenty of room for separate activities and solace.
The fully equipped chef’s kitchen offers a professional gas cook top with griddle and warming lamps- perfect for big country breakfasts, double ovens, two dishwashers, a separate beverage refrigerator and an antique farm table- for preparation, or for dining and this room is adjacent to a classic screened in porch- for dining or for just relaxing. There is barbeque equipment- gas grill, charcoal grill and smoker off the rear bluestone patio.
After dinner sit in front of the outdoor stone fireplace, under the stars or listen to the wildlife from the front porch.
The library/media room has a stone fireplace, flat screen TV with Direct TV service, a VCR, DVD, video games, computer and wireless internet service.
The sitting room has an upright Steinway piano and is separated from the dining room by a wood burning stove.
Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom has a queen bed, ensuite bath with heated floor, soaking tub and separate shower.
One guest bedroom has a queen bed and another has two twins. These two bedrooms share a large hall bath with spa tub and separate shower...
Another guest bedroom, on the ground floor has a queen bed, ensuite bath and a double size pull out sofa.
There is a double pull out sofa in the library/media room and a 4th bathroom with shower nearby.
The property is centrally located in the Hudson Valley, close to the Berkshires; less than 1/2 hour to Catamount for Skiing and 15 minutes to the Duchess County Fairgrounds for Antique and Craft shows as well as farms for picking apples and berries and other fall festivals. It is just off the Taconic Parkway (less than 1/2 mile) at the Jackson Corners Road exit, 90 minutes from NYC.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Fine linens, down comforters and pillows
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace: one in library and one outdoors
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Extensive
- Video Game Console: play station 2
- Video Games
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Pool: heated, fenced with views
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: charcoal grill and smoker
- Deck/Patio
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details: pond, fishing
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance: limited
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Bocce; horseshoes.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: pets considered for monthly rentals
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed: Comfortable to smoke on screened in porch and front porch.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sep-Jun .. From $500/night .. $3,000/week .. contact for monthly
Jul-Aug ..................... $4,000/week .. $14,000/month
Refundable security deposit and cleaning fee are additional.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- House- front view - Red Hook Waterfront Vacation House in the Hudson Valley of New York with a Private Pool
- Pond and Gazebo - Red Hook Waterfront Vacation House in the Hudson Valley of New York with a Private Pool
- Pool - Red Hook Waterfront Vacation House in the Hudson Valley of New York with a Private Pool
- Tennis and Basketball
- Outdoor Fireplace on Side Patio
- Kitchen
- Dining Room
- Library/Media Room
- Living/Sitting Room view from dining room
- Master Bedroom
- Master Bath
- Upstairs Guest Room-Queen
- Upstairs Guest-Twins
- Main Floor Guest room-Queen bed with ensuite bath (plus pull out sofabed)
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #261525
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