A rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
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Near Cooperstown Dreams Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Deck or patio
Barbecue grill
Internet access
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Milford, NY
Cooperstown Dreams Park
Place, Cooperstown Dreams Park
18 min walk
Brewery Ommegang
Place, Brewery Ommegang
5 min drive
National Baseball Hall of Fame
Place, National Baseball Hall of Fame
10 min drive
Where you'll sleep
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
1/2 Mile from Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village, 5 to Cooperstown
NOTE: OUR RENTAL WILL BE FOLLOWING THE DREAMS PARK SCHEDULE, SAME CHECK ON AND CHECK OUT DATES AS FOLLOWS:
May 27 - June 2 June 2 - June 8 June 8 - June 14 June 14 - June 20 June 20 - June 26 June 26 - July 2 July 2 - July 8 July 8 - July 14 July 14 - July 20 July 20 - July 26 July 26 - August 1 August 1 - August 7 August 7 - August 13 August 13 - August 19 August 19 - August 25 August 25 - August 31
WELCOME to our home located at 4418 St Hwy 28. We would like for you to enjoy and respect it as you would your own. Our goal is to create a wonderful 'experience' for you and look forward to new and past guests alike. Although most of our renters are coming to experience the Ball Parks, we also enjoy our renters who are here to see all that the Cooperstown area has to offer.
Located on 40 acres, (Therefore the name Grandpa's Back 40 - where he used to raise sheep); view the horseshoe shaped pond, beautiful mountains and wildlife while being only .6 tenths of a mile from the Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village and 5 miles south of Cooperstown. It is the perfect location for families going to and fro as we are located South of Dreams park, much easier entrance and exit. This home is available from May - September for many attractions in our area.
Interested in fishing while you are here? But don't know how? Let us know and for a nominal fee we can set you up!
Interested in day trips while you visit? Many breweries and wineries in the area. We are within 1 3/4 hours from Turning Stone (casino); Saratoga Horse Races; SPAC; Albany - visit our capitol - many theatres, museums, music venues, etc. While in Cooperstown visiting the infamous Otesaga Hotel is a must. Looking out over beautiful Otsego Lake enjoy your lunch or a drink at the firebar... make plans to take the tour boat, go fishing, boating, sailing, swimming. There is a boat rental along the lake (fishing boats, canoes, .etc.) and several spots to go swimming. Visit Council Rock, The Stone Bridge, Clark's Tower or take the Brewery Trail featuring local breweries including Brewery Ommegang (several concerts throughout season) and Council Rock Brewery (also known for it's Friday night fish fry). Information and pictures of these sites and more will be available to you in our home.
Bedroom Set Up:
Master bedroom: 1 queen size bed Fireplace bedroom: 1 queen size bed Baseball bedroom: 2 twins.
Living room is large (25 x 14) with ample seating - large sectional and comfortable chaise. Games, puzzles and folding card table available. We are trying to maintain our homey and relaxing atmosphere that past guests have enjoyed. We have renovated our home throughout the last few years including: a completely new kitchen with all new appliances; New washer and dryer in laundry area; All fresh paint on ceilings and walls; New mattresses, towels and linens; and our 480 square foot deck with BBQ!
We also have a deck firewall. There has been a lot of use of our small fishing boat - it can be used for fun or to fish in our stocked pond (for renters only!) Listen to the peepers while watching an awesome sunset. Early risers will enjoy the sunrise with the rolling hills as the backdrop.....you would never guess that you were in the middle of so much to do when you look out at the 40 acres and see wildlife. Sightings so far have been a white crane, heron, beaver, geese, deer, various birds (including bald eagles), frogs (an unwanted snake by the firepit...they leave when the sun goes down!)
NOTE: State taxes and CLEANING FEES ARE INCLUDED. NOTE: we have a travel trailer near our garden so are easily accessible during your stay, but far enough away for your privacy and ours. If you see us going into the basement (our private area - as you have the entire one floor home) it is to get a tool, grab something from the freezer, etc.
We hope you enjoy our home and your visit to Cooperstown.
“New York is divided into more discrete regions than any other state I know of … Cooperstown doesn’t really fall under any of these regional categories. It’s its own stop.” –Henry Cooper
Feel free to contact me at 518 321 3734 if you have any questions!
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Wedding or event that we have discussed prior only
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
We are a recycling state. Please separate all paper/ cans/ plastic from garbage. We also have returnables. There are 4 bins to separate.
Please either cover the boats with covers provided (in basement if not on boat) or flip the boat's over carefully. Bring oars to basement.
Do not throw bottles, cans or glass into the fire pit. There is a garbage can located on the deck.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 334035
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Wedding or event that we have discussed prior only
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Milford
Located in Milford, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. National Baseball Hall of Fame and Heroes of Baseball Wax Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Montezuma Winery and Rookie's Craft House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Clark Sports Center or Doubleday Field. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledding and snowmobiling.
National Baseball Hall of Fame - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
Glimmerglass State Park - 26 min drive - 26.3 km
Cooperstown All Star Village Fields - 35 min drive - 43.3 km
Restaurants
Stewart's Shops - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Doubleday Cafe - 9 min drive
Upstate Bar and Grill - 7 min drive
Brewery Ommegang - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1/2 Mile from Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village, 5 to Cooperstown pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1/2 Mile from Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village, 5 to Cooperstown?
As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1/2 Mile from Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village, 5 to Cooperstown on Sep 5, 2027 start from $422, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1/2 Mile from Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village, 5 to Cooperstown?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1/2 Mile from Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village, 5 to Cooperstown?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1/2 Mile from Dreams Park, 17 miles to All Star Village, 5 to Cooperstown located?
Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bassett Healthcare and Cooperstown Dreams Park. Montezuma Winery and Rookie's Craft House are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
The home was clean and comfortable and the hosts were very friendly. One of the best things about the house was the proximity to Dreams Park. It could not have been more convenient!
We had the best time staying in Milford for my son's baseball tournament at Cooperstown Dreams Park. The location is the absolute best. The view was beautiful and the house fit 5 of us comfortably! The host Darlene went above and beyond and we are so thankful for her. Would definitely recommend for future Cooperstown Dreams Park families. Only wish we had time to go fishing in the pond, but baseball kept us busy.
Our visit was great, couldn’t be more convenient for Dreams Park! The house/property was very relaxing and provided a perfect home base for us during tournament week. The hosts were fantastic and super accommodating, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2026
So happy to have you and your family! Your patience and understanding were much appreciated. 🙏 we hope you return one day to Cooperstown and stay with us again!
Perfect spot for our Cooperstown Dreams Park trip. Property was great for our family and the location is one minute from the park. Relaxing back deck with view. Very communicative and friendly host. Definitely would recommend for any CDP trip and would stay here again. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2026
Thank you! It is always fun to follow the teams progress, it's all about the fun and experience. Thank you for the pin and for taking good care of our home!
Warm regards,
Darlene and Rick
We had a great week at this house! If your kid is playing at Dreams Park it is the place to stay!! It is 2 minutes from the park and about 15 minutes from the hall of fame in Cooperstown. The host was responsive and great to work with!!
Our hosts Darlene and Rick were so great, they made our experience to Dreams Park with our son so memorable. The proximity to the ball fields made it easy to go back and forth for our family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2026
What a pleasure!!! And a thrill to go to one of your games! Love seeing the gracious teams and families. My best to each and every one of you, thank you for including me in your experience! ❤️
Property was great, especially for a family. The pond with the fishing boat was super fun, my boys loved looking for frogs at night. If we had more time, we would’ve loved to fish in the pond as they did see them when we were out on the boat. Host was great to communicate with overall a super easy process and a good way to start our Cooperstown trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2026
Thank you! We love seeing our guests utilize the pond! We hope you return again one day!
Warm regards,
Darlene and Rick
This place was absolutely perfect for our week long stay. So close to Dreams park and nice to come back and relax in between games. Views from the deck are an added bonus!
We had a wonderful time! The weather was perfect and we enjoyed the deck and views every day. It was so easy to get around to baseball games or into town.
We stayed at Darlene's property during my son's baseball tournament at Dreams Park. The property had everything we could have possibly asked for and more. The proximity to the field and comfort of this home made enhanced a great experience at Dreams Park. I would highly recommend this property!
Had a great stay while my son played at Cooperstown Dreams Park. VERY convenient to the park, and had all the amenities we look for when traveling, including a full size fridge, laundry and multiple bathrooms. Thanks for a great stay!
Cooperstown was a memorable trip but what made it the best was staying at home with our host. The home was perfect. We always wanted to go explore the surrounding villages but the boys always wanted to return to play at the house. Thank you for the great memories!
If you are looking for a nice house with great views and want to be close to Dreams Park, this is the place to stay. We had two families staying at this house and it was perfect. It is literally 1 minute from Dreams Park which made it super convenient to go back and forth to the park and for other places such as the local grocery store, local restaurants, and downtown Cooperstown. Darlene, the owner, was fantastic to work with. You won't regret staying here if you need a place to stay for one of the Cooperstown Dreams Park Tournaments!
We had a lovely time at the house! Enviably close to the Dreams Park. Great back deck and critical AC made the house worth it! Easy working with the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2023
Thanks so much! We are glad you kept cool on those super hot days!! Hope for your return one day - you were great guests!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
tracy v.
Jul 29, 2017
Clean close and convenient
Very clean home and so close to the dreamspark. Darlene was such a nice person to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2023
Thank you so much. It was a pleasure having you. I'm happy you enjoyed the pond and caught some fish! And thank you for watering the flowers!
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
E B.
Aug 27, 2018
Property is beautiful, home is very clean & the owner is a delight!
We had a wonderful stay! Darlene takes great pride in this home and it shows. The house was very clean and the property is beautiful. Our boys had a great time playing in the yard and on the lake. We had the pleasure of meeting Darlene - she is lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2023
Thank you ever so much Beth! It was a pleasure to meet you and your family. I am so happy you all enjoyed despite the week priors “antics”. And I appreciate your help and understanding. Can’t wait for your return in 3 years! My best to you and yours.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
eugene m.
Jun 11, 2012
Perfect home close to Cooperstown Dreams Park
We stayed at Grandpa's Back 40 for thr first week of 2012 Cooperstown baseball. The home is perfect. It's close to the baseball field, has everything you might need for a home away from home, and has been lovingly cared for by Darlene and her family. We'll absolutely stay here again if we make it back to Cooperstown!
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2023
Thank you for your kind review. As you witnessed, we are working weekly on improving even the little things. We hope you will return when it is not pouring rain and get to enjoy the pond and firepit! Your gift of the expresso machine was very kind and I am sure our future guests will enjoy it as well.
We stayed the week of August 6th as our son was playing at Dreams Park. Being 2 minutes away from the park was huge especially with 2 long rain delays. The large fishing pond in the back was amazing and our son spent hours back there! We are so happy with our stay and can't recommend it enough!
Darlene and Rick are awesome!
The view off the back patio is better then any picture!
2min from the ball fields.
When my 10yr old has a chance to play in Cooperstown, we will stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2023
We thank you so much! The next time we will make that bon fire together happen. Look forward to your return! Rick and Dar
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aug 31, 2011
Home away from home!
I miss it already!
Thank you for renting your home to us last week. This home is very spacious and warm and welcoming. It made our trip to Cooperstown that much more memorable. The location made it very convenient to get to the ball fields quick while getting a family of 5 ready for those early games. :-)
Looking forward to staying here again.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy that you enjoyed our home and, I too, am looking forward to your return! Our goal is to make our home welcoming and relaxing....not the "party house". I have so enjoyed all of our guests this summer and am looking forward to see what the off season brings, and next summer of course! See you for your Girls Getaway!
About the host
Hosted by Darlene
I am the grand-daughter of the original owner of this home. Grandpa built the home in 1963 and it has remained in the family since. I grew up on this property and am a graduate of Cooperstown Central School. My Mom passed in 2018 and we returned to the home in 2020. We decided to continue to rent so, after sleeping in a yurt one rental season, we purchased a travel trailer and put in away from the house. Life is good now during rental season! Cooperstown and it's surroundings are near and dear to my heart. I am a retired esthetician and take care of elderly now. Rick is a semi-retired carpenter/contractor. I have 2 sons who, along with us, wish to maintain this house as a place for more memories as well as for you!
Why they chose this property
We have decided to share our home with vacationers because of it's great location, and easy access - it is located on St. Rt. 28, a 5 mile trek directly into Cooperstown. We enjoy looking out at and walking through the fields and watching the wildlife.
There is so much to see and do in the area that you could visit every season and find something else exciting!
What makes this property unique
The beavers have decided to take up residence as well - so we have an additional 'wildlife refuge' on the property. We are close to the Cooperstown Railroad train ride - goes right through the center of our property! Most major attractions are within 20 minutes of our house.
Languages:
English
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