Upper deck overlooking lake- 60ft deck and peaceful sitting areas.
Location: Red Hook, Hudson Valley, New York, USA (1hr 45min from NYC - 20min from Rhinebeck train station) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Loft, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Lake Front Cottage,- Hudson valley getaway, vacation getaway on lake, Private getaway,
Open all year, a cozy, quiet and serene getaway!!! Relax in our outdoor hot tub overlooking the lake or sit by the Vermont Casting stove inside the cozy cottage..Walk on a meandering blue stone pathway to our charming lake cottage overlooking the lake. The cottage is surrounded by pine and oak trees and lush perennial gardens on our four acre property with 160 feet of private lake front. Enjoy your evenings on the screened porch having dinner and a glass of wine overlooking the lake.
The cottage has an open kitchen, dining, and sitting area with large pine beams , vaulted ceilings and beautiful views of the lake and woods. The kitchen is fully equipped,with dishwasher, small refrigerator -freezer,Jenn-Air stove and oven, flour, sugar, coffee, pancake mix, salt and pepper, cooking oils, plates, silverware, pots and pans and paper towels. The bathroom has a claw foot tub with shower,hair dryer and stack-able washer and dryer. We provide plenty of quality towels for the lake. All of our beds have thick down comforters, (in the winter) or quilts with all quality linens.
The lake front cottage is very inviting and sleeps up to 4 people max although it is ideal for 1 or 2 couples Adults only preferred we will allow well behaved children over the age of 8yrs. . Enjoy a warm fire(in the winter). Relax in the outdoor hot tub overlooking the lake .Enjoy sitting on the cozy window seat over looking the lake , reading a good book or lounging in one of the 2 hammocks with a cold beverage. The window seat can also be used as a twin bed for one.Stairs lead up to a private loft bedroom with a large window overlooking a nearby old, red barn and the cottage garden. It has 2 twin beds that can be made into a king size bed. The bedroom on the main level has a full-size antique bed and sliding French door that goes out to the porch overlooking the lake. There is also a private patio with BBQ, and a great garden with fresh herbs , flowers and vegetables for your use.
Relax and enjoy your own private lake front just steps down from the cottage with a 60-foot private cedar deck,a large lower deck with lounge chairs and a floating dock with 2 kayaks and a canoe . There are table and chairs, picnic table, porch swing and a hammock to enjoy down by the lake. Take a dip or swing from the rope swing into the sparkling clean spring-fed lake,then enjoy a paddle in the canoe or kayak.The lake is about 12 feet deep off the dock, there is no beach area. You may see Painted turtles basking in the sun on fallen logs, Canadian geese or a pair of swans may swim by. If you wake up early, don't be surprised if you see wild turkey, fox, red-tailed hawks or raccoons strolling through the property. We also have a variety of free range chickens strolling through the property . If you would like fresh eggs, just let us know, the girls would be happy to accommodate you!
Nearby are beautiful historical estates along the Hudson River such as Olana, Clermont and the Roosevelt mansions. Take a river cruise down the Hudson River from the Rondout in Kingston. The charming villages of Rhinebeck, Tivoli,and Red Hook are only 10-20 minutes away and offer many choices for wonderful restaurants and shopping. The Culinary Institute of America is only 30 minutes from the cottage with many restaurant choices. The Fisher Center at Bard College is only a 15 minute drive with many musical venues. Our lake front cottage is a wonderful way to enjoy your weekend or several weeks!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Window AC available on request.
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : 2 car parking spot for cottage in front of lamp post with 77 on it.
- Gas Fireplace : Gas wood stove. Feels just like a real wood stove..
- Beds
- King Bed : King bed is in loft. A to code stair case takes you up to private loft area.
- Double Bed : Double bed is in lower bedroom that overlooks lake.
- Twin/Single Bed : The window seat in living area can sleep 1 person..
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Out door hot tub. accommodates 2 adults. Overlooks lake.
- Cable/Satellite TV
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Lakefront : Large private lake front with deck and floating dock.
- Lake View : Cottage overlooks lake. Just steps down to lake.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 2 all terrain bikes, outdoor fire pit, 4 lake floats, 1 canoe, 2 kayak's, lake front lounge chairs, 2 hammocks overlooking lake,
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : 8 years and older welcome. 2 children max with adults..
- Not Suitable for Children : Not suitable for younger children. The lake is very deep off the dock. There is no beach area. There are many steps..
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 21yrs and over.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Absolutely no smoking in cottage. If you must smoke smoke outside and please dispose of your butts..
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Basement game room with ping pong table, Only in summer months.. 2- Kayak's at lake for your use, 2- Bikes for your use, 4 lake floats, Hudson river historic estates nearby, Great hikes nearby, Rafting nearby, Hudson river cruise nearby, Bowling nearby, Antiquing nearby,
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
SUMMER: June 25th,2011-SEP.10TH 2011 ($1,925.week) +$100 cleaning fee
FALL: Sept.11 - Nov 30 $250 every night -
WINTER: Dec. 1 - March 31 $200 weekdays - $250 weekend nights
SPRING: April 1 - June 24 $225 weekday nights $250 per weekend nights
2 NIGHT MINIMUM for 2 guests, $20 EXTRA PER PERSON per night,
Summer rate includes up to 4 guests max.
CLEANING FEE -$75-weekend,$100- weekly TAXES - 12.125% (hotel-4%, sales- 8.125%)
Holidays-Thanksgiving,Christmas,New Year, Easter,Bard Grad.Wknd $250 per night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Painted Turtle Lake Cottage - Private Lake Dock
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Red Hook
The location of our lake cottage is ideal for a getaway from the stress and fast pace of the city. The privacy and tranquility of the lake and cottage is so inviting and peaceful. We see wild life almost daily, such as deer, turkey or geese ,fox, rabbits , hawks, heron, swans and an occasional eagle. The wild life is abundant in the area.
Great U-pick farm throughout the summer. Gigi market is a good bike ride from the cottage for a great gourmet skizza pizza and salad.
Owner's Map of Red Hook
Our family moved to the New York Hudson Valley area in 2000 from the west coast. Deanna has been a flight attendant for 26 years and enjoys both flying and being home . Our daughter Olivia is in high schooland has enjoyed the country life and Red Hook's wonderful school system. Bruce worked in hotel management on the west coast for 20 years and decided a different lifestyle was needed. We had only planned on staying here for a couple of years but fell in love with the area and community and decided to stay. We built a vacation rental on our lake property to give Bruce a project and combining Bruce's knowledge of the hotel business and Deanna's bed and breakfast background from Napa Valley , California, the lake cottage has evolved into a wonderful full time business. We are grateful to our many repeat guests and our new guests for making it such a success.
Property Photos
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- Upper deck overlooking lake- 60ft deck and peaceful sitting areas. - Hudson Valley/Red Hook, NY - New York Charming Cottage Accommodations - Better Than a Hotel!
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- Steps to lower dock. Lounge in the sun,swim.Canoe and kayaks are yours to enjoy. - Hudson Valley/Red Hook, NY - New York Charming Cottage Accommodations - Better Than a Hotel!
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- Hot tub. Step off the porch into your own hot spa and RELAX. Open all year.. - Hudson Valley/Red Hook, NY - New York Charming Cottage Accommodations - Better Than a Hotel!
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- outside patio w/BBQ and out door shower off screened in porch.
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- Lake front Cottage. Screened in porch,overlooking lake. Private BBQ off porch.
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- View inside lake cottage of daybed, dining table, door out to screened porch.
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- Lake front cottage kitchen, open living space. Stairs to private loft.
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- Take the kayak for a paddle.The lake is very calm and peaceful..
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- Bathroom, claw foot tub and shower,quality soaps,washer and dryer,heated floor.
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- Private loft with king size bed looking out over garden.
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- side view of cottage. Beautiful lawn and perennial gardens.
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- Blue stone path to cottage and lake.
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- view of perennial gardens and red shed.
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- View from lake looking at cottage tucked into the lush foliage.
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- The cottage is a Great winter getaway. Open all winter.All roads are kept plowed
Traveler Reviews (41)
Fantastic Getaway
Guest: JB22
(New York City)
Date of Stay: 12/24/09
Review Submitted: 01/05/10
I can only echo what all of the other reviews have said. This is a wonderful cottage away from it all. It is kept in meticulous condition and you want for nothing. I debated writing a review as to keep this place a secret but decided it was o.k to share it! We spent time in there over Christmas so when we entered the house to the warm fireplace going, and the adorable Christmas tree we knew it was going to be magical. And it was. Can't wait to visit again. Thanks Bruce and Deanna!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.
Painted Turtle Cottage Review- 12/23-12/26
Guest: nonickname
(NY)
Date of Stay: 12/23/11
Review Submitted: 01/02/12
The cottage experience was a perfect little place to get away for a few days...It was clean, what Deanna and Bruce said it would be,and in a perfect location... The lake is beautiful, the house is updated and I coudn't have asked for any more than what we experienced! A great, and quick little get away from the NY metro area.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Perfect Getaway
Guest: Sarah F.
(Brooklyn, NY)
Date of Stay: 06/19/11
Review Submitted: 07/24/11
We (an NYC couple) enjoyed a delightful getaway at the Painted Turtle last month. The house is perfect -- cozy and spotless, with lots of nooks for reading, a great kitchen to cook in, and comfy beds for restful sleep. We spent our days watching colorful birds from the porch, talking to the free-range chickens (and enjoying their eggs), paddling and floating around the lake, taking walks on the country road, cooking and grilling gourmet meals and reading for hours and hours. At night, we enjoyed sunsets on the dock, curled up to DVDs, and went for softserve in town. In short, the perfect getaway. We can't wait to go back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
"A wonderful antidote to the madness of the city"
Guest: Nic
(England)
Date of Stay: 03/13/11
Review Submitted: 04/05/11
We stayed in this idyllic setting the “Painted Turtle Cottage” for four days in March 2011 and the only problem now is, when would be the best time to return? Spring, summer or autumn (fall)? We would imagine that every season would have its own particular charm and that a stay in this wonderful cottage would be magical whatever time of year one chose.??However, back to our particular stay. We were looking for a romantic getaway to spend the last four days of a two week holiday in New York City. We had heard that apartment rentals in the city should be avoided because of the local regulations as well as the fact that there are an awful lot of scams out there to trap the unwary. Consequently, we were a little nervous at booking through Vrbo but we needn’t have been concerned for a second.??The owners (Bruce and Deanna) were helpful and accommodating right from day one and put up with our constant questions and changes of date with the utmost patience. No question was too silly and, when I realized that we would be arriving on a Sunday – a day when all the car rental agencies are closed, Bruce immediately offered to pick us up from the nearest train station as well as suggesting that he could organize for Enterprise to come and collect us on the Monday morning.??As it turned out, we arrived at Rhinebeck station at lunch time on the allotted Sunday hardly speaking after an ‘altercation’ the previous night. However, once we arrived at the cottage and saw the welcoming log fire and bottle of wine which they had thoughtfully provided, relations started to thaw. Bruce even suggested that there was no need to cook as he was doing Mexican that night and we were very welcome to share. By the time we had washed down the last of the tacos with the delicious red wine, things were back to normal and we decided to sleep in the loft bedroom where the bed was every bit as comfortable as the one in the Kimberly Hotel where we had been staying.??We decided to spend our first day exploring the area around our cabin as well as shopping for food essentials and, again, Bruce couldn’t have been more helpful. He dropped us off at the nearby supermarket then came back to pick us up a little while later. He found us still shopping and suggested that, as he needed to buy one or two items, we should go out to the car when we were ready as he had left it unlocked. Apparently, they don’t feel the need to lock their doors as it is such a neighborly community.??I’m afraid I’m rambling b
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Beautiful Winter Getaway
Guest: Napalvr
(Essex County, NJ)
Date of Stay: 01/27/11
Review Submitted: 01/30/11
Our plan was to get a couple of relaxing nights away and we got exactly what we wanted. This is a peaceful and immaculate cottage. We enjoyed sitting in the hot tub surrounded by the snow and quiet in the evening. The cottage has everything that you need for a nice getaway.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Even in the rain, spectacular
Guest: Karen
(Brooklyn)
Date of Stay: 12/01/10
Review Submitted: 12/05/10
This cabin is so lovely, and Bruce and Deanna are outstanding hosts. It is warm, cozy, clean, and luxurious. The bathtub is very spa-like, and even in a light rain the hot tub was perfect. The dock is private, and it is so easy to take the canoe for a spin! Also, I left my hard drive in the cabin and Bruce and Deanna were so amazing and accommodating about sending it back to me immediately, without a hitch. The small community of houses there are peaceful, wooded, and safe. And the king size bed upstairs is so comfortable! It's low to the ground and has a very natural, zen-like feel to it. We slept so peacefully, and were not wanting for anything. Also, very easy to cook whatever we wanted in the kitchen (although if you are a picky chef, you may want to bring your own knife). We were there in late November, and found this to be a perfect off-season sneak from the city. Highly recommended!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
Well worth the trip
Guest: jaime & carol
(NY, NY)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10
Review Submitted: 09/29/10
My mom and I came up here for a weekend get-a-way and the Painted Turtle Cottage provided this just perfectly. The place is adorable and so comfortable - so many special amenities have been considered (more than even listed or expected). Thank you so much for a lovely stay, we will be back.
Recommended for:
A True Gem!
Guest: Gretchen11
(Lockport, NY)
Date of Stay: 05/17/10
Review Submitted: 05/22/10
Bruce and Deanna know how to make a guest feel at home! The cottage was as described and then some. The photos really don't do it justice, despite their lovliness. The cottage is spotlessly clean and very well appointed. The grounds are park-like. The house and it's hosts are very welcoming. We enjoyed our stay so much we booked another one before leaving! Kudos, Bruce!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect Fall Get-Away
Guest: IrishFrau
(Ewing, NJ)
Date of Stay: 10/11/09
Review Submitted: 10/27/09
We have stayed in many homeaway locations, this was by far the absolute BEST! The cottage was immaculate with personal touches like a personalized welcome letter,fresh flowers, organic coffee and well stocked kitchen. Fluffy down comforters, lovely linens and a heated bathroom floor!! My husband and I celebrated our fifth wedding anniversary and both our birthdays during our three night stay. Paddled in the canoe, walked in the woods, lounged on the decks and screened porch and snuggled by the outdoor fire-pit! Quiet and remote setting. Enjoyed watching the birds feed at the feeder and the fattest chip munks ever frolic in the woods. Visited Hyde Park and Vanderbilt Mansion, great eateries in Rhinebeck (close by) Would definitely go back and have already recommended it to many friends..easy drive from NJ, NYC or PA. thanks Bruce and Deanna!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
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