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Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage by Rail Trail

Cottage in New Paltz with kitchen and patio

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Living room with TV
Exterior
Exterior
Loft with TV
Loft

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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New Paltz, NY
  • Place, State University of New York-New Paltz
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1/Loft

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2/Forest room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3/Sun room

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage by Rail Trail

Enjoy our spacious 3-bedroom home, just outside of town but close to New Paltz’s vibrant Main Street, filled with restaurants and shops. A bike rental is only a 3-minute walk away, and you’re minutes from the rail trail, an apple orchard, and cidery.

Explore local wineries, antique shops, and beautiful hiking trails with a short drive or Uber ride. History buffs will love the Huguenot Historic District and High Falls towpath.

Your perfect New Paltz getaway awaits!

The space
Our house has a quaint Bavarian cottage-vibe with modern eclectic touches. We have views into the forest to the north and one neighbor just to the south as you head to town. The yard offers a small deck and a fire pit in the back where you can enjoy nature and some roasted marshmallows.

Downstairs there is one bedroom to the east with side deck-access where you can use the charcoal grill in the summer as long as NY State is not under a drought watch. Towards the front of the house is a smaller bedroom with a sleeper-couch and a small desk. There is one loft-like master bedroom upstairs with a slanted “under the eaves” roof style and skylights. It has a large desk, tv and enough floor space for a work out, yoga session or child's play area.

The living room offers a comfy sofa, tv and easy chair and opens to a fully stocked kitchen that has everything you need to cook and enjoy your stay.

You can sit on the front porch facing S. Ohioville road to watch the sunset. We are not totally "in the country," but rather on the "outskirts of town," though it's pretty quiet here at night. During the day you can spot rabbits and wild turkey, depending on the season.

Guest access

You have the whole house to yourself
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not childproof-e.g. no outlet-covers.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash the dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
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
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
Property Registration Number 12230
Property # 4459168vb

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

New Paltz

New Paltz is home to this cottage. Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art and G. Steve Jordan Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Historic Huguenot Street and Huguenot Street Historic District. Mid-Hudson Children's Museum and McCann Ice Arena are also worth visiting.
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New Paltz, NY

What's nearby

  • State University of New York-New Paltz - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center - 10 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Mohonk Lake - 16 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - 31 min drive - 62.5 km
  • LEGOLAND® New York - 38 min drive - 75.3 km

Getting around

  • Poughkeepsie Station - 19 min drive
  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Rino's Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sunoco - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Village Grind - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage by Rail Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage by Rail Trail?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage by Rail Trail?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage by Rail Trail?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cheerful 3 Bedroom Cottage by Rail Trail located?

Situated in New Paltz, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, State University of New York-New Paltz and Historic Huguenot Street. G. Steve Jordan Gallery and Huguenot Street Historic District are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable space. Great location, close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage close to the best of New Paltz! Such a cozy place to stay with everything you need to feel at home. We stayed 3 nights and thoroughly enjoyed it. We would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home for an upstate retreat! Wished it was a less chilly time of year to enjoy the yard more which looked quite inviting. The upstairs workspace was convenient and the loft itself was a nice cozy space. Would definitely look for again if in the area.
Outside
Living room
Kitchen/dining
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was great. The kitchen was well equipped. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. The living room was nicely furnished. It was a handy location for all of our outings. The hosts were quite helpful before and during our stay. If we were in the area again, we'd stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house with good access to New Paltz, wineries and some lovely hiking areas! The inside is clean and well appointed. We enjoyed the cute front porch with comfortable chairs although the road out front is a busy one. The hosts were helpful and communicative.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farrah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There are so many positive aspects of this house. It's ADORABLE, it's homey, it has a warm, cozy vibe, it comfortably accommodated my family of 4 adults, the kitchen and bath are well stocked, the hot water never ran out, it's kept very clean, the hosts give ideas for activities in the area, the location is ideal as it's only .25 miles from the thruway, the bonus space in the loft was a favorite for the kids...nothing but positive things to say!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK M.

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

Great Location - Simple and Easy!

Its hard to find good set ups for New Paltz. This unit was great! Communication with owners easy and effective. Close to downtown, expressway, and all the wonderful things to do within a 50 mile radius. House is private and spacious. If you have landed on this review do not hesitate, just book it. You will be completely satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica R.

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

Quick Visit

My daughter and I came to visit my son, who attends SUNY New Paltz. The house was very clean, comfortable and the location was accessible. We had thought it was farther out, but it does sit near the road and a busy intersection. This turned out to be just fine. We used the kitchen for some meals, it was well equipped. There were many ants, but as its spring, they were probably just waking up and hungry! We enjoyed playing a full game of Life! Overall a very nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying the weekend for a lacrosse tournament nearby. Place was great..a little noisy on a busy street but overall a clean and comfortable place to stay the weekend. We left a cord and communication was slow to get it back but it seems owners will return in end so since our fault for not double checking and that’s the only complaint I would recommend overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean, and spacious. Hosts were very accessible in the days leading up to our stay. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul N.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Janet Thompson

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Languages:

German