Luxurious Professionally Appointed Retreat in a Historic Home near New York City
- Guest House900 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 4
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min Stay: 14 nights
Fully furnished guest retreat w/ 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and eat in kitchen!
Bedrooms
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
Safety features
- Fire extinguisherKitchen
- Exterior lighting
- Carbon-monoxide detectorLiving Room
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kitBathroom
- Smoke detectorOutside Each Bedroom
General
- Air ConditioningThe guesthouse has a separate air conditioning unit controlled by a Nest smart thermostat.
- HeatingThere's a forced air heating unit w/ a built in UV Air Purifier that kills up to 99% of bacteria, mold & viruses, reduces airborne particulates, and is hospital approved to fight infectious diseases.
- Linens ProvidedThe beds are made up with soft cotton sheets, goose down pillows and goose down comforters. Down alternative bedding is available upon request.
- Washing MachineThere is a washing machine inside the guesthouse for your exclusive use.
- Clothes DryerThere is a front load dryer inside the guesthouse for your exclusive use.
- ParkingThere is parking for one car on the property.
- InternetHigh speed internet and cable tv is provided during your stay.
- Towels ProvidedThe guesthouse is stocked with fluffy Egyptian cotton towels.
- Wireless InternetVerizon High Speed Wireless Internet is included.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomThe guesthouse has a large living room with a very comfortable sofa, 2 chairs and a flat screen television.
Kitchen
- DishwasherThe kitchen is equipped with a Miele dishwasher.
- RefrigeratorDacor french door refrigerator/freezer w/ filtered water and a built in ice maker.
- StoveGas range with 4 burners and an oven.
- OvenGas oven.
- Microwave
- Coffee MakerKitchen is equipped with a Keurig Vue coffee maker.
- Toaster
- Blender
- Ice Maker
- Pantry ItemsWe provide some spices, and cooking oils.
- Dishes & UtensilsKitchen is equipped with a full set of dishes, drinkware, eating and cooking utensils, and plenty of cookware to create a gourmet meal.
- KitchenOur retreat has a full gourmet kitchen with marble countertops, equipped with a gas range, french door refrigerator with filtered water and an ice maker, dishwasher and a microwave.
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningThere is a table that seats 4 in the kitchen and outdoor seating when weather permits.
Entertainment
- TelevisionThere is a flat screen television in the living room and a wall mounted flat screen television in the master bedroom.
- Satellite / CableFios TV
- Games for Kids
- Ping Pong Table
Outside
- Lawn / GardenThere is a large yard complete with a tree swing, trampoline and putting green.
- Deck / PatioYou will have use of a private outdoor European style patio with a table, chairs and umbrella.
- Outdoor Furniture
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 60 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - There's a twin bed & an air mattress (2 children)There's a twin bed & an air mattress (2 children)
No pets
No parties/events
No smoking - Please, no smoking anywhere on the premises.Please, no smoking anywhere on the premises.
Max guests: 4 (sleeps up to 2 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 25
- Government issued photo id required 1 week prior to check in. Cleaning fee is $175 Refundable deposit is $1500
Cleaning practices
Enhanced cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Minimum 1-day vacancy between guest stays
Cleaned with disinfectant
Owner
Lori Gascoyne
- Languages:
- english
About Lori Gascoyne
Owner of Lori Gascoyne Interior Design in Short Hills, NJ, I grew up in the restaurant business and started my career in hotel management working for Hyatt Hotels. I've lived and worked with my husband Rich internationally across Europe, Latin America, and Australia as well domestically including Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago, Austin and Short Hills, NJ. I now run my own interior design business specializing in residential interiors, and my husband Rich and I are slowly building our vacation rental business catering to travelers that appreciate high end amenities. My personal interests include architecture and design, cooking and baking, traveling, and spending time with my wonderful family and friends.
Lori Gascoyne purchased this Guest House in 2001
Why Lori Gascoyne chose Short Hills
Short Hills is a picturesque, historic town, founded by the inventor of the roller shade, Stuart Hartshorn, in the mid 1800's. Our home was built as the original Old Short Hills General Store in 1885 to provide the residents of Short Hills with the finest quality coffees, teas and other various specialty items. The store was managed by a very personable shopkeeper who not only ran the store but lived upstairs as well. The store was the first of its kind to provide delivery, and it has been said that a single delivery could take several hours because many of the local residents were known to invite the couriers inside for tea and sweets upon their arrival! One of the most famous playhouses on the East coast, The Paper Mill Playhouse, is also located in Short Hills, where you can take in a broadway quality show during your stay. Most shows star famous broadway actors, and rival the quality of shows in New York City. The 3000 acre South Mountain Reservation borders our town, and is a wonderful place to go for a hike to enjoy the outdoors and breathtaking views of New York City. The reservation has many varieties of wildlife, a fishing pond, bike trails, beautiful waterfalls, and an old fashioned rope swing. You can even hike to "Washington Rock" where George Washington looked over the valley to monitor the movements of the British troops during the Revolutionary War. If you're a golfer, there are many beautiful courses just minutes away, including the iconic Baltusrol Golf Club where the 2016 PGA Championship was held. And, if you want to work on your short game, we have a large putting green right in the back yard for you to enjoy using while you stay! Additionally, we are surrounded by several quaint towns, most just minutes away by car or train and the famous Short Hills mall is just a 5 minute drive, known for it's exclusive high end shopping experience. Whatever your interests, we are certain that you will enjoy your stay in Short Hills.
What makes this Guest House unique
Bustling downtown Millburn (part of the same town) is just under a mile away and a beautiful walk! Millburn is full of quaint shops, a large variety of dining options, coffee houses, salons and an old fashioned movie theater. During the warmer months many of the amazing restaurants offer outdoor dining, and many have a byob policy with no corking fee!