With space for 4 guests, this vacation home features 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It includes 1 hot tub, a roll-in shower, and games. Enjoy lake views from the deck and explore adventure activities like cave exploring, snowboarding, and hiking nearby. The property is situated in the mountains near Otsego Lake and the Susquehanna River.
Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK
Baseball, Mini Golf, Kayaking, fishing, Dream Park 10 min away, and only 6 min to HOF and town. 3 min to world class gym and HOF induction center. So very close to everything but still so private.
PLEASE READ OUR REVIEWS FIRST TO BETTER APPRECIATE OUR HOME
NOTE.... important. WE CAN NOT TAKE GUESTS PLAYING AT THE ALL STAR VILLAGE PARK IN ONEONTA. DO NOT TRY TO BOOK WITH US. DREAMS PARK PLAYERS ONLY THIS SUMMER
THE MINIMUM NIGHTS STAY FROM MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY IS 6 NIGHTS ONLY AND AVAILABLE WEEKS ARE LISTED BELOW
You need to accurately tell us how many true guests will be in your party. There will be a penalty if you show up with more than you originally booked for. Include the boys in the program as guests during your stay as they will sleep here at certain times
Our home is Ideally best for TWO FAMILIES (this is 2 couples sharing a bed) and 5 singles. However, we can comfortably do up to 6 adults, and 3 children, so bring along those grandparents. If necessary. 9 guests in total please.
It is important to us that you have a great stay, so we ask that everyone in the group has a bed to sleep in, no sleeping on a couch, and NO blow-up beds on the floor.
Additionally The Dreams Park is once again on a 6-night stay schedule for 2027 This means we can only do 6- or 12-night stays from May to Sept 1st. Hall of fame week is Friday July 23 to Monday July 25th and this week is at a premium rate.
Unless we have time open before or after your dream park week (ask us when booking) we cannot accommodate guests wanting to come a day early or stay a day later than their DP assigned week. Hope you understand.
If your week is listed below, we will be thrilled to have you come be a guest.
Here are the weeks the Dreams Park are handing out. You must have a guaranteed acceptance before we take you. If the park has guaranteed you one of these weeks, PLEASE BOOK WITH US.
May 27 to June 2 .... June 2 to June 8..... June 8 to June 14 ..... June 14 to June 20...... June 20th to June 26,,,, June 26 to July 2 ,,,,, July 2 to July 8,,,,, July 8 to July 14,,,,, July 14 to July 20..... July 20 to July 26...... July 26 to August 1st .... August 1 to August 13.... August 13 to August 19 August 19 to Aug 25 .... Aug 25 to Aug 31 ....
IF this is your first time at the dreams park, let me tell you that your first day of your stay is just checking in at the Dreams Park. Getting your boys settled in their barracks. Shopping for food. Your real games experience at the park starts on the second day of your arrival.
NOW ABOUT US Put a contemporary twist on luxury detailing and historic architecture, and the result is The Lucky Duck.
Everything has been finished with tradition, style, and comfort in mind. It's hard to imagine a more beautiful setting to rest and relax after a full day of sightseeing or baseball.
THE PROPERTY A stay at The Lucky Duck is more than a vacation rental, it’s where memories are made.
Originally one of the Anheuser Busch Beer estates, our rebuilt barn house sits on fifty-acres including a seven-acre private lake stocked with fish, 4 kayaks for your water fun, trails to hike, Leatherstocking is a not to be missed great golf course to play, and a state of the art gym the Clark Center is 3 min nearby. James Fennimore Cooper, famous author of Last of the Mohicans, the pioneers and many more lived here and his home is a top art Museum 8 min away.
We are in a very safe private area yet so very close to town, HOF, Induction site and Dreams Park.
A quick ten-minute drive to the Dreams Park, six minutes to the Hall of Fame and historic downtown Cooperstown
Three minutes from the house is the world class fitness center, Cooperstown Sports Center, reasonable day/weekly passes available, This is also the site of the famous baseball hall of fame induction ceremonies.
ACTIVITIES Included for your complete enjoyment are: 4 kayaks.....outdoor lawn games.....indoor you have a1970's pinball machine, a professional poker table, checkers, backgammon, trivial pursuit and more.
Come and enjoy one of the best small town America's Main Streets. Discover unique shops, restaurants, and great small-town hospitality. As the birthplace of baseball, Cooperstown is also home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Double Day field, and several other notable landmarks that pay tribute to America’s favorite pastime. Located in a breathtaking location on a quiet country lane in Cooperstown, The Lucky Duck awaits you with five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and generous entertaining spaces. Enjoy the gourmet kitchen, stocked with everything you need to create your masterpiece. Serve dinner in the open dining room for up to ten guests. The family room includes a large smart tv, game table, and multiple couches and chairs to find the perfect place to unwind. The barn has several peaceful corners for relaxing in the sunshine or shade, with magnificent views of our private lake and rolling acreage. Lots of acres to run and play on.
BEDROOMS We have FIVE beautiful clean comfortable bedrooms and four bathrooms. TWO KING MASTER SUITES, each with its own private bathroom. One suite is located up a private staircase for your secluded retreat, while the other master suite, located on the other side of the house has a wonderful view of the lake.
ONE QUEEN BEDROOM and ONE BUNK BEDROOM with 2 twin beds These rooms share large 5 pc bathroom Jack and Jill style.
ONE TWIN BED HANDICAP ROOM on the first floor with private full handicap bathroom lowered sink, roll in shower.
OUR HOME IS TOTALLY WHEELCHAIR ACCESABLE No stairs to enter the house. Wide door to bedroom and easy to move around to stay evolved and be part of all that is going on. ALSO GREAT HELP FOR UNLOADING YOUR CAR OF GROCERIES AND SUITCASES
OUTDOOR SPACE AMAZING THAT WE ARE SO PRIVATE YET SO CLOSE TO EVERYTHING. Enjoy the great outdoors at The Lucky Duck. An outdoor kitchen with gourmet grill, fire pit, and dining table makes the outdoors as beautiful as the indoors.
HOW YOUR WEEK WILL GO You will check in to the Lucky Duck on the Dreams Park time period they have assigned you. Your son will check into the park and his barracks that first day.
Next day will be for meet ups, team photos, opening ceremonies and skill challenges. After this your son will have games until the last day. He will check out of the barracks and sleep with you at the Lucky Duck on his last evening. Then is closing ceremonies, fireworks and rush back to the Lucky Duck to clean up and pack for your trip home first thing in the morning.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU Our house comes with all your bed linens purchased new at the start of every season. All your soaps, laundry detergent, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and hair dryers in every bathroom. All your paper products, paper towels, toilet paper, coffee filters.
JUST BRING YOUR CLOTHES, FOOD, LAUGHTER SMILES, A GREAT ATTITUDE AND A WINNING TEAM. TAKE HOME WONDERFUL LIFELONG MEMORIES OF A GREAT HOLIDAY AT THE DREAMS PARK AND THE LUCKY DUCK IN COOPERSTOWN.
SPECIAL NOTE Our home is just for YOU the vacationer. We do not personally live it during the year and move out when you arrive. Neither do we rent it out cheap to someone for 9 months in the off season as many of the houses up here do, then move them out just prior to the in seasons start. Please appreciate this and look after it like it was your own.
We have Spectrum 5g internet The 70 inch smart TV is new so all you Netflix lovers will be happy. AT&T is the chosen cell service, but version will work in certain areas.
NO reason to hold back on renting the Lucky Duck. YOU WILL LOVE IT HERE AND WE WILL LOVE HAVING YOU.
See you soon. Kate Sullivan
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
If you can start a load of towels for us as the towels are our bottleneck
You can leave all unopened food as we will take it to the food bank, but any food other than this please dispose of
When your week is done, we will rate you as a guest, we always have the best guests, and will ask you to do a review for us. We want a guest as good as you coming back again thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If more than a normal cleaning required, pictures will be sent and a min charge of $195 charge to u
Rental agreement is for EXACT number of guests contracted for. NO additional will be approved. If ignored a penalty of $250 per night will be charged.
You are 100% responsible for yours and your guest's safety. We, the Sullivans nor our staff, can be held liable for any loss, injury, or damage.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 164444vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Weddings considered. Team parties not
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Cooperstown
Located in Cooperstown, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. National Baseball Hall of Fame and Heroes of Baseball Wax Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Barnyard Swing Miniature Golf and Rookie's Craft House. Travelling with kids? Consider Rail Explorers Cooperstown, or check out an event or a game at Clark Sports Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
National Baseball Hall of Fame - 11 min drive - 8.6 km
Doubleday Field - 12 min drive - 8.9 km
Leatherstocking Golf Course - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
Glimmerglass State Park - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
Restaurants
Stewart's Shops - 12 min drive
Hawkeye Bar & Grill - 13 min drive
Doubleday Cafe - 12 min drive
Upstate Bar and Grill - 12 min drive
Mel's at 22 - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK?
As of 4 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK on 14 Jun 2027 start from £5,476, 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 at L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is L U C K Y ...When you are here ... you are In LUCK! ... SO, choose LUCK located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Susquehanna River, National Baseball Hall of Fame, and Otsego Lake. Betty and Wilbur Davis State Park and Glimmerglass State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The Lucky Duck was the perfect place for our stay while our son played at Dreams Park! This included our children along with grandparents. We all felt that the home was spacious and provided room for everyone. Mike and Kate were incredible hosts, who checked in on us and made us feel welcomed! The property is beautiful, perfect for kayaking and fishing in your spare time. Close to the fields and downtown. My only regret was not finding the time to walk around the pond and trails! We can't wait to return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
Heather, I wanna thank you for being a wonderful guest. We thoroughly enjoyed having you and all others in your party for the week.
You left the house so clean my girls said you were a five star guest. I hope we see you again. Please tell the incoming team for 2027 all about us. Thank you.
Great property, great hosts. We spent about 3 hours fishing the pond and caught over 50 fish. The hosts checked in on us from time to time to be sure we were comfortable. The house was stocked with everything that is needed and clean. The house is very spacious. My kids already said we must stay here again if we get back to Cooperstown. This is a great location about 6 minutes from the Hall of Fame and 13 minutes from Dreams Park. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
James and his family were wonderful guests. Respected our property and left the house in perfect condition. We welcome back anytime . Thanks for staying with us
What a wonderful place and host! We had 3 generations of family staying there and it was perfect for all! Close to the park/town and Kate was a terrific host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Lovely people and really wonderful guests
Please come back anytime
thanks
kate
Two families stayed during our trip to the Cooperstown little league tourney. The place was perfect. Comfortable beds, fully stocked kitchen, fishing pond and a lot of pinball. Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Thanks for your review and being such a wonderful renter/
we are hoping all will be as great as you
We enjoyed the lake, kayaking and the wildlife. There is a brand new flattop grill that made cooking for the whole family delicious and easy. Owners are very kind and helpful!
The house was immaculate for everything you could need and is the cleanest rental I have ever been in. The glassware was gleaming, no dust, floors were beating clean. There is so much to keep you entertained with games, poker, pinball and the outside fishing and kayaking. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Perfect Home and Location for Cooperstown Experience
Cooperstown Dreampark was an amazing experience for our son and the entire family. The Lucky Duck home was the perfect setting and set up to accommodate extended family. It was also an easy drive to the baseball complex and downtown area. Highly recommend this home for families.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Thanks Stacy Loved having you stay with us and taking such good care of our home
Welcome back anytime
We were LUCKY to have chosen this beautiful home to stay in for our week at Dreams Park watching our grandson play baseball!The house was just as described and was even more spacious than what the photos portray. Kitchen well stocked. We appreciated the nice shampoo, conditioner and body wash in all the showers and the well stocked toilet paper and paper towels.The beds all very comfortable in large rooms. Kate and Mike are the most gracious and fun hosts. Great communication before and during our stay.Unfortunately the washing machine in the large laundry room broke while we were there. Kate had a new washer and dryer installed the next day! Another bonus of this great home is the brand new washer and dryer that is much needed if you have kids playing in the baseball tournament!Their property on the pond is breathtaking. We enjoyed walking around the pond and my husband was able to use a kayak as well. The upper deck was a lovely spot to relax in the morning and evening between games.Cooperstown is the cutest town. We went to a lot of the restaurants that Kate recommended.We loved our stay here and would stay again! You should stay here as well! Thanks Kate and Mike!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you for the lovely review. We were blessed to have wonderful guests such as yourselves this year and appreciated you patience while we were able to go to lowes and purchase a new lg washing machine.
you and your family were just wonderful, and we welcome you back anytime.
thanks again
Kate and Mike
What a cool property! We had space to spread out in the very cool modern farmhouse. We enjoyed walks around the pond. It was convenient to downtown Cooperstown and Dreams Park.
We loved staying here! Gorgeous property. Excellent location only about 12 min from Cooperstown Dreams park. Had everything we needed for two families. We used the fire pit, kayaked on the lake and played whiffle ball on the expansive, beautiful grounds. Would highly recommend this property.
Great Family House minutes from Downtown Cooperstown
Well kept farmhouse was great for multi-family stay near Cooperstown. Plenty of room for all. We had a great time fishing on the private lake and it was only 15 mins to Dream Park where we were back and forth to multiple times daily. Would recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
Josh we were thrilled to have you and your family with us for the week.
Thanks for treating our home respectfully.
Hope you have a great rest of your summer.
We stayed at this property, called the Lucky Duck, while in Cooperstown for a 12U baseball tournament. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this home. The house was clean, well furnished and the host has thought of everything you could need. The setting is beautiful and perfect for some quiet time after all the excitement at the baseball park. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2024
Margaret
thank you for the lovely review. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us.
You are welcome back anytime
kate
Great stay for our family visiting the area for Cooperstown! We had the best time and the barn was perfect and very clean. My hubby and I work in the hospitality industry and are very particular when it comes to accomodations! This place is a gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2023
Just reading your review that you wrote on VRBO of our house and your stay this past August.
Thank you for taking the time to do this and thanks for all your kind words. We are looking forward to this year’s Deam Parkers so please remember to mention us to any groups you know that will be heading our way.
You were such a great guest we would love to have more like you.
Our listing number is #164444 and phone number 551-427-8108
Thanks, and have a great 2024
Big, open, CLEAN, wonderful accommodations. We loved the yard, lake, kayaks, etc. We used the grill, kitchen, laundry, etc. It was perfect for our multi-family stay for Cooperstown Dreams Park. Host was excellent. HIGHLY recommend!
Our son was playing at Cooperstown Dreams Park and we enjoyed our stay. Location is wonderful and beautiful, and we were only 10 minutes from Dreams Park. So nice to have multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Plenty of room for everyone. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
HI thanks for the review and choosing us for your Cooperstown visit
You and your family were wonderful guest who took very good care of our property. We would like to invite you and any of your friends to come back and stay with us when you are in the area.
Thanks again
Kate
This house is absolutely perfect. Kate may be the best host we have ever had when staying in a VRBO. The layout of the home is perfect and our kids loved to fish and kayak. I will say if you get hot easily the three upstairs bedrooms got warm. There are fans in there but if you like it cold when you sleep you may want to bring an extra fan. Would stay here anytime!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2024
Thankyou so much for coming and staying with us. Your week was one of the hottest week we have ever had in Cooperstown. Hitting in the 90-s. What a scorcher.
Congrats on winning the the whole tournament. We posted your results for all futher guests to see and we hope Joel comes back one day as a hall of famer.
We rented this house for a week while our son played baseball at the Dreams Park. It was incredible! It was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Our other kids loved the canoes and fishing on the pond. The owners were the nicest people too! I am pretty picky and can’t think of one thing I would change about our stay here. 10/10!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2023
Wonderful guest
would welcome back anytime.
they dont come much better than these people
lucky us that they chose to stay with us for their baseball week
Beautiful property! Thoughtfully appointed in every way
We loved our time at Lucky Duck and hope to be back in a few years with our second son when he comes to Cooperstown.
The property is absolutely gorgeous and it is so nice to have the lake and kayaks/ boat available. The boys loved fishing. The house was perfect for our crew and had everything we could have needed: detergent, conditioner, hair dryers, all the little stuff you forget. It’s a beautiful design and so much fun to stay there. We used all the toys: the game table, pinball machine, we grilled out and used the fire pit too. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2024
Heather thanks so much for staying with us. Please tell others in your group who may be headed our way next year to contact us. You were the best guest and we if we would love to have a full season of guest just like you.
thanks again
The property is beautiful beyond words. We had a few minor issues that were addressed immediately. The house was clean and provided with the essentials we needed. The walk in shower on the main floor is great. We were provided with fishing poles, badminton set, darts and a corn hole game. There are also paddle boards and life jackets The hostess came over and spoke with us and she was so kind to my granddaughter and her friend. She made you feel right at home. This is a great place to come back to after a long day at the baseball fields. Thank you Kate for your hospitality
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Sorry for the very late response. You were great guests and we welcome you back anytime.
Our stay at the Lucky Duck was absolutely wonderful and the hosts were very kind and helpful during our visit. The home was great, well stocked kitchen, and had a great layout for our family with plenty of beds for everyone. The property was idyllic and we greatly enjoyed the nature sounds in the evenings and strolls around the lake. This was the perfect little getaway from the hustles of our Cooperstown Dreams Park trip and the location to the fields and downtown Cooperstown were great. Only about 6-8 minutes from downtown Cooperstown and about 15 mins from Dreams Park.
Hopefully our younger will have the opportunity to go back and play and then we can book this property next time too!
Air conditioning was inadequate. Main unit (wall unit) was not functional for most of the stay. Once fixed, it was not sufficient to cool the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2026
Chris you were a miserable guest. You showed up with more guests than you signed up as having and left the house an absolute mess. We had never had a guest complain so much as you will see if you read our other reviews. There is and was nothing wrong with the air conditioning or anything else in the house, yet you daily found something to complain about
we would NEVER want you back as a renter and caution other homeowners to seriously consider not renting their homes to you either.
About the host
Hosted by Kate Sullivan
It is just my husband and I and we still work for a living. However we have the luxury of working from home so can be around for anything you need or want.
Really important for you to know We didnt build this home intending it to be a rental so it is built with quality. We don't sleep or live in there and move out when you want to rent it or pick up some check rental money by renting it out when out of season. It is just truly a vacation rental waiting for you to come and enjoy the area and your time here.
We can comfortably sleep 9 guest in beds 6 pairs and 3 singles and we don't allow blow up beds or sleeping on our sofas
This is why our home is immaculate and we want guest who will appreciate this and keep it this way.
Why they chose this property
WITHOUT QUESTION ONE OF THE NICEST PROPERTIES IN THE AREA.......I WOULD SAY ONE OF THE TOP 3 IN COOPERSTOWN. WELL KNOWN IN THE AREA. ONCE A BUSH (BEER) ESTATE.
What makes this property unique
PEACE, QUIET, LUXUARY, IMMACULATE. WE HAVE WEEKLY STAFF TAKING CARE OF THE HOME AND GARDENS TO MAKE SURE THE MAINTANCE IS KEPT UP AND YOU’RE STAYS WITH US IS THE BEST