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Paul's Cottage, A Charming Retreat in Saratoga Springs.

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Saratoga Racetrack
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Saratoga Springs, NY
  • Place, Saratoga Racetrack
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Congress Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Saratoga Springs City Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Paul's Cottage, A Charming Retreat in Saratoga Springs.

Paul’s Cottage: Charming Retreat in Saratoga Springs, 4 minute walk to Clubhouse Entrance
Welcome to Paul’s Cottage, where charm and comfort meet in the heart of Saratoga Springs. This cozy retreat is the perfect home base for your Summer and Fall getaway. Just steps from the Saratoga Race Course and only a 4-minute walk to the clubhouse entrance on Frank Sullivan Place. Take a leisurely 15-minute walk to downtown through Victorian neighborhoods, where you can explore Saratoga’s fantastic restaurants, unique shopping, and the picturesque Congress Park. Whether you are hiking, biking, enjoying local museums or catching a world-class performance at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center or the famous Cafe Lena, Paul’s Cottage provides the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Additionally, with nearby golf courses, lakes for boating, apple picking, leaf peeping, popular ski resorts and endless seasonal activities, your stay promises to be as memorable as it is comfortable here at Paul’s Cottage.

Sleeps 6 Comfortably: With a king-size bed, a queen-size bed, and a trundle that converts to a king-size bed, our cottage is designed for restful stays. Two full bathrooms. One bath fully renovated. Both baths have modern fixtures. Fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining area, large 4K Roku TV and quaint private outdoor space.
Guest access
Entire house with private deck and patio. Parking for up to 3 cars, with additional street parking.
Other things to note
Keyless front and back door locks.

Experience Saratoga Springs like a local at Paul’s Cottage—where every stay feels like coming home.
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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4171929
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Saratoga Springs

Saratoga Springs is home to this vacation home. Saratoga Performing Arts Center and National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Saratoga Farmers Market and Hannaford Plaza Shopping Center. Ready for a night out? Consider Saratoga Springs Public Library and Putnam Den. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and hiking nearby.
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Saratoga Springs, NY

What's nearby

  • Saratoga Racetrack - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Congress Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Canfield Casino - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Saratoga Springs City Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Saratoga Casino and Raceway - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Saratoga Springs Station - 10 min drive
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pennell's Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Paul's Cottage, A Charming Retreat in Saratoga Springs. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Paul's Cottage, A Charming Retreat in Saratoga Springs.?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Paul's Cottage, A Charming Retreat in Saratoga Springs. on Jun 28, 2026 start from $583, 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.

Where is Paul's Cottage, A Charming Retreat in Saratoga Springs. located?

Situated in Saratoga Springs, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Saratoga Racetrack, Saratoga Casino and Raceway, and Saratoga Springs City Center. Saratoga Performing Arts Center is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caeli C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely place very clean and hosts are always welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 31, 2026
It was a pleasure to host you and your friends a second year in a row. Happy u enjoyed our newly renovated bathroom and the convenient location to town. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful girls weekend and enjoyed our stay! The house was beautiful and comfortable. When we had some downtime, we enjoyed watching a movie.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 12, 2026
It was lovely to host you and your guests. Happy the house was in a good location to your weekend event and you were able to come home and find relaxation in our cottage. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is cozy, well appointed, easy to access and situated in a nice neighborhood. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janel s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean, Beds were comfortable. Excellent communication from the rental staff - very clear and easy check in and check out information. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2025
It was a pleasure to host you and your family. Happy the early check in worked out for both of us and you had a comfortable rest. Thank you for leaving the house tidy and cleaned up. You all are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy communication with host. This is our 2nd stay at this property and everything was as wonderful as before. Great neighborhood and lots of space to spread out for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 20, 2025
Always a pleasure to host with easy communication. Happy our home was able to accommodate our guest and her family with its perfect location to town. They left the house in great condition. They are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caeli C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and very cozy!

The place was very clean and cozy, and a short walking distance from downtown! Would definitely recommend to others and would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 2, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review Caeli! I am glad you and your guests enjoyed the cozy and clean space, and that the location was convenient for you. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and I truly appreciate how well you took care of the cottage. I welcome you back anytime and look forward to your next stay! Best, Heidi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tremendous stay!

Heidi, our host, made our stay great from beginning to end. The communication was one of the best I've experienced through VRBO. The home's location is a 10/10 and the updates to the house give it a lot of character. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2025
It was a pleasure to host Rob and his friends. Happy they were able to have my cottage which was a perfect location for them to enjoy the track and the downtown. I would recommend Rob to other hosts and welcome him back anytime.
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice little house! Very clean and she even had coffee with creamers, waters and packaged cookies on the counter. Convenient to Saratoga and the city center.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2025
Susan and her family were a pleasure to host. They left the cottage in perfect condition! Happy the amenities offered and the location worked out for them. I would be happy to have them back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I and our two kids and their spouses were in town for a wedding at the Adelphi Hotel and Paul's Cottage was perfect for us! Only a 5 minute drive to the hotel, we each had our own room with comfortable beds and plenty of space. A pretty house on a quiet street, it was well appointed and perfect for our needs. Our communications with the host were prompt. We would absolutely stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Saratoga

Great location and nice neighborhood to walk in. Property was very clean and check in was easy. Easy walk to downtown or the track. There’s also a great bakery within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2025
Glad to hear Danielle and her guests enjoyed our location and cottage near Saratoga Race Course and downtown Saratoga. We are located centrally to many fantastic restaurants, unique shops, and parks making their stay memorable. We welcome Danielle and her guests back anytime as they left the house in good order.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and comfortable.

Very clean house with comfortable accomodations. Coffee and snacks were nice to see. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 22, 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the little touches like coffee and snacks. We strive to provide a clean and comfortable experience for all our guests. We welcome you back anytime, and hope future guests will find it just as enjoyable!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paul’s cute cottage wins!

We had a great stay. We loved being so close to the track and a short walk to town. I could really tell the owner put a lot of thought into this home. I felt like I could have stayed weeks. There was everything we needed - the beds were comfy, The shower was hot and great water pressure. The air-conditioning was cold. We were very comfortable. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2025
Thank you for being respectful to our home. I am happy to hear you and your family enjoyed a comfortable stay in our cottage. Being a perfect location for your track days and a short walk to town for our fantastic restaurants; I welcome you and your family back to my home anytime. You were perfect guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teal B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a charming, remodeled older home in a quiet neighborhood. Very clean with plenty of towels for our group of 5. The kitchen was well furnished and we enjoyed a few meals there. We were in Saratoga Springs for a wedding and it was centrally located. Also, close to grocery stores. We all enjoyed the upstairs rainfall shower. Only 30 minutes from Lake George. Easy communication with the owner. Would definitely stay there again if we are ever in Saratoga Springs. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 7, 2025
It was a pleasure hosting this wonderful group of adults. I am glad my location was convenient for their wedding event and other necessities. It is great to hear they enjoyed our recently renovated bathroom as well. Communication was easy and smooth throughout the stay. They are welcome back to my cottage anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Saratoga Springs

Great location for our event. Clean house. Had everything we needed. Heidi did a nice job with the communication. Would certainly stay here again in the future...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 14, 2024
Frederick and his guests were a pleasure to host. They left cottage clean & neat, just as they found it. Happy our good location worked out for their event. Would be happy to host them all again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Race weekend

Overall a great house in terms of location especially if visiting for a race at track. Didn't get to use outdoor space due to rain. Inside is not a ton of space for "hanging out" as a group but we spent very little time in the house. Host was very responsive when needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2025
Thank you for your review. I am glad you enjoyed the location and found communication smooth throughout your stay. I appreciate your feedback about the indoor space. We are currently investing in additional seating in the living room to better accommodate group gatherings. You and your guests are welcome back anytime, hopefully with better weather so you can enjoy the outdoor area too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skidmore Parents Weekend

Great stay in Saratoga Springs. Close to town. As a fellow VRBO operator I can attest that a stay at this property offers a very nice experience for a family of 4-5. Home was clean. Kitchen was well stocked with all that is needed for dining in. Outdoor area was great for getting together with a couple families. Heidi was very accommodating and responsive to our needs..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2024
Glad I was able to accommodate Rob and his guests providing a great stay! He was very considerate of my cottage and left things in great order after enjoying a night of BBQing and hosting his guests in our private outdoor area.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Centrally located in a neighborhood; Close to everything we needed to see

This is a restored 1875 house with a fully outfitted kitchen, large room to gather, comfortable beds. Heidi, our host, was easy to reach and went out of her way to answer all my questions and requests. For seniors, stairs are understandably steeper and narrow and floors aren't always level due to the age of the house. Wood is beautifully refinished. We enjoyed our stay. upstairs full bath was very clean and I liked the original style closets and trims. Downstairs very small bathroom with shower was also very clean. This house reflects some charming features due to its history.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 6, 2024
Ellen and her family were a pleasure to host. Happy to hear our fully-equipped kitchen and comfy beds were enjoyed. I pride myself in the ability to give recommendations to the area and happy to do so. I would be more than happy to have Ellen back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I (for the full week) and two daughters and son-in-law (for second half of week) with their infant son stayed at Paul’s Cottage. We traveled to Saratoga Springs primarily to go to the horse track, so the 4-minute walk to the track was important to us. But the house is also within walking distance to many other things (especially when the weather is nice)—restaurants, a park, and the Broadway shopping strip (a little less than a mile). And the cottage itself was comfortable and well stocked with a bunch of sweet, attention-to-detail amenities, such as kitchen necessities (a bit of olive oil and salt and pepper and cinnamon), paper products, a few waters and some “uncommon grounds” coffee (there is a coffee pot) to get us started, and some back-up toiletries in case we forgot something. And Heidi (owner) lives right behind the house and is there to help with anything a renter may need. The most wonderful thing she did was borrow a bassinet and pack-n-play for us to use for our five-month-old grandson (so my daughter didn’t have to lug these things). The house, built in 1875, has been renovated, and the work is well done. We probably maxed out occupancy at 5 and 1/2 people, but we were comfortable. I would highly recommend this property if you are visiting Saratoga!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! It was a true pleasure hosting you and your family @ Paul’s Cottage. I’m so glad to hear the location worked well for your visit to the track and that you were able to enjoy all that Saratoga Springs has to offer within walking distance. It’s wonderful to know the amenities and little touches helped make your stay more comfortable-we try to anticipate our guests’ needs and I’m especially happy the bassinet and pack n’ play made things a bit easier for your daughter and grandson. Thank you again for being such considerate guests. You are welcome back anytime. Warm regards, Heidi

About the host

Hosted by Heidi Donohoe

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Heidi’s journey in the world of design began at art school, practicing fashion design. After her education she specialized in concept creation and development of surface textiles through the use of color and print for the apparel and lingerie industry. As a leader of a influential creative team she had the privilege of guiding projects and witnessing the magic of collaboration unfold.

Heidi has been fortunate to travel the world for inspiration celebrating her career through the allure of exploration, creativity and life’s experiences. As a design leader for more than 30 years, Heidi has honed her skills and contributed to the ever-evolving landscape of the retail fashion market while juggling her responsibilities as a wife and mother of two boys.

Heidi is passionate about photography as a means of capturing the beauty that surrounds her. Utilizing her talent and experience with color, texture and pattern, Heidi tells stories that captivate the viewer with her pictures.

Additionally, Heidi’s love for curating extends beyond her professional domain. She has a talent for transforming spaces, and finds joy in applying her design talent and experience to craft a home and garden space that truly reflects her personal style.She takes pleasure in setting an ambiance that speaks to the occasion for entertaining family and friends in her Saratoga Springs, New York home.


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