This is a really special property. Lots of land and air-- the property is landscaped and mostly flat and open. Huge expanse of grass would accomodate a heck of a frisbee toss. There's a beautiful tennis court and babbling brook with picturesque Weeping Willows. It's really lovely. The pool and really well appointed pool house set atop a small hill are an amazing spot to relax-- we brought our supplies up there for a great grilled dinner looking at the view.The kitchens (one in the main house and one in the pool house) are really well stocked with knives, cookware, cooking tools of all kinds and ample dishes and cutlery. If you like to cook, you won't need to bring anything with you and won't be hamstrung in the least.Location is quiet and private although since you're on a gravel road, the few cars that pass by can sound like they're pulling into the driveway. We got accustomed to that with little trouble. Convenient to Rhinebeck and the fun Hudson Valley towns, we had an amazing time and will likely be back in the future.
The pictures wowed me in the first place, but to see this property in person is the only way to understand its expansive beauty. With our two 20-something kids (and spouse + friends) based in NYC, we wanted a place to gather that would be a short commute for them. Our host was very responsive and the house caretaker and housekeeper were always nearby to help...and we were greeted with some fresh eggs from the farm's chickens, along with some local produce. Cooking together is our favorite way to reconnect and the farmhouse kitchen is spacious and very well-equipped for anything you want to whip up. The rest of the house (which managed to be both impeccably designed and instantly comfortable at the same time) provided plenty of rooms and sleeping spaces for some work-from-home time and a couple of last minute friend visits. The weather was very warm, but the incredible pool house and pool (situated at a high point in the property for incredible views) offered the perfect spot to cool off. That building, too, was very well outfitted for entertaining...a grill and a fire pit are just off to the side. The hedge-framed tennis court was just beautiful. This was an animal friendly place--our dog had a blast running and exploring the property with us. An organic market was minutes away and the surrounding towns offered interesting shopping and a wonderful farmers market. Needless to say...we highly recommend!
This was our first time using HomeAway. The house was amazing! The property was beautiful; we loved every part of our stay. The owners were great to deal with, we are so glad we picked this location. Very impressed, it was as beautiful as it looks in pics! We intend to return next year.
Stephanie H.
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Designer Love nature -art-tennis-food and wine love my kids and husband love to travel love Argentina love Millbrook! live in NYC
Great nature, amazing beauty. Location is excellent . Only 1hrs 45'from NYC but feels you are away from all.;and if you fancy going to a good restaurant, or to a movie or antiquing you have it all very close by. The best.