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Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court

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Private dock on Upper Rhoda Pond
Pool in back of house
View from Kitchen II
Dock with kayaks and canoe.
Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Copake, NY
  • Place, Copake Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ancram Town Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Copake Town Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 Ensuite bathroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 with Ensuite bathroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 inside Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1 ensuite

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

Bathroom 2 ensuite

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court

Welcome to your Hudson Valley lakefront escape on Upper Rhoda Pond —where space, nature, and thoughtful amenities come together for an unforgettable stay.

This large home offers everything you need for a true getaway, starting with its stunning double-height great room. Anchored by a beautiful stone wood-burning fireplace and filled with natural light, it’s a warm and inviting place to gather. Two sets of double doors open out to a wraparound deck overlooking the pool and offering glimpses toward the lake, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living.

The outdoor setup is what truly sets this home apart. Spend your days lounging by the pool, grilling and dining on the deck, or relaxing in the screened-in porch. Just a short walk away, cross a private bridge over a charming stream to reach the lakefront—complete with a private dock, boats, kayaks, and a shared floating swim dock in the middle of the lake for endless summer fun.

Inside, the home is designed with groups in mind. The open kitchen features generous counter space and an eating bar, perfect for casual meals and gathering while cooking. A separate dining room offers space for larger meals together, while multiple living areas ensure everyone has room to unwind.

Downstairs, the expansive recreation room is a destination of its own—complete with a sectional sofa, TV, ping pong table, and a mini bar/partial kitchen. With direct access to the outdoors and pool area, it’s ideal for kids, teens, or late-night hangouts.

Additional features include five comfortable bedrooms, two wood-burning fireplaces, central air conditioning and heat, and access to a nearby shared tennis court with our own 7 properties.

Located just minutes from your other properties and within easy reach of Hudson Valley favorites:
• 15 minutes to Hudson
• 15 minutes to Hillsdale & Catamount
• 30 minutes to Great Barrington

Whether you're planning a summer lake trip, a cozy winter gathering, or a long weekend with friends, this home offers the space and setting to do it all.

Highlights & Amenities

• Lakefront access with private dock, kayaks, canoe, shared floating swim dock in middle of lake
• Private bridge over stream to lake
• Large in-ground pool
• Double-height great room with stone fireplace
• Expansive recreation room with ping pong, TV & mini bar
• Screened-in porch + wraparound deck
• Outdoor dining + BBQ grill
• Open kitchen with eating bar
• Separate dining room
• 5 bedrooms (great for groups)
• 2 wood-burning fireplaces
• Central AC + heat
• Access to nearby tennis court & gym
• Fast WiFi

Perfect For

• Large families and multi-family stays
• Group getaways with built-in entertainment
• Lake lovers looking for easy water access
• Guests wanting both pool + lake experience
• Year-round stays with space to gather indoors and out

From lake days to fireside nights, this home is built for memorable stays in every season. Book your stay and enjoy the best of Columbia County from your own private retreat.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Sm-Med non-shedding dogs w/ owner pre-approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 479715vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Ancram

Located in Ancram, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite and Scoville Memorial Library are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Stissing Center and Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Copake, NY

What's nearby

  • Copake Lake - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ancram Town Hall - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Copake Town Hall - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ancram Opera House - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Copake Town Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 37 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zinnia’s Dinette - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Church St Deli & Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taconic Wayside Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Copake Country Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Clock Tower Pub & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court on 11 May 2026 start from £625, 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 Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront retreat with pool, private dock and tennis court located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Copake Town Hall, Copake Town Park, and Copake Lake. Mosquito Island and New Forge State Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

SANCHIT B.

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

Nice getaway for summers

We stayed during spring break but it is good vacation places for summer. During spring break most of the places around are closed. Nice property though good for staycation at this very peaceful and quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nirali B.

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

Friends reunion for fall trip

we had an incredible stay at this house. We hiked, hung out at the lake, cooked big group dinners, and overall just enjoyed the beautiful scenery and comfortable, clean amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for family’s

Everyone was pleased with the house beds are comfortable and the beauty of the property and location on a lake was perfect I stayed in November so we able to use the lake or pool. But the stay was still wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger F.

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

Family Get Together

This was a wonderful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect location!

Don’t let the 1980s decor fool you, the place is immaculate. We were a family of 8 and all the kids had their own rooms. The property is huge and very private. The owner took care of a minor issue via a very nice caretaker who arrived within 10 minutes and asked us what else we might need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marylee Raymond D.

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

Wonderful 3 generation family vacation

The house and grounds were so wonderful and homey. Kitchen well equipped tho we grilled most of our meals. Beds were comfortable. There was plenty to do — books, puzzles, ping pong, tv & movies. All three families vowed to come back. Peaceful, enjoyable weekend getaway/ family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

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

Thanksgiving with family

We rented this home to be near our family on Copake Lake. It was exactly what we needed with ample space and privacy for my family of 5 plus in laws. The house was well stocked with kitchenware, bedding, games / activities for all. We stayed in November but I bet this place is even more fun in the summer with the in ground pool and easy lake access. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A week of fun to kick off summer!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Plenty of space to spread out (the kids loved hanging out in the basement). All of us enjoyed splashing and floating in the pool. We took day trips to Bish Bash Falls as well as Catamount to check out their ropes course. This is an excellent property for multiple families with children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

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

Beautiful property

My family and I rented two of Jennifer’s properties for the weekend. They were fantastic as we could get back and forth between over a foot bridge by the water. She was a fantastic host, the house was spotless and had everything you could ever need for a fun vacation on the water including any game you could dream up to help pass a rainy evening! We’ve already talked about booking these houses again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

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

Serenity

The house was very roomy. plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms. Recreation room, sitting room off of dining room and kitchen, all had TVs. Outside deck, lanai, small dock and bench at the pond, fenced in pool. It was great for us since we just wanted to relax! We will be back next year ! Thank you Jennifer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

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

Perfect house for family reunion

We had a multi-generational family gathering and the house worked out perfectly for us. The two sides of the house provided separation, spacious living room was great for adult socializing, while basement was a favorite entertainment space for teenagers. Nice kitchen and big dining table were perfect for us. The house was very clean and comfortable. The house is located close to excellent hiking trails and other outdoor activities. The owner responded quickly to all messages and accomdated all our requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

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

Annual Family Reunion

It was an awesome vacation. We will definitely be back!! There is no need to leave the property. There is a private pool, lake access, a gym in walking distance, and a nice private yard for the kids to play soccer and the dogs to run around. However, if you must leave the grocery store is only 15 min away (and has everything you need). Also, Taconic State Park is not far either and has a beach with a snack bar, which is great for the kids. We had movie night every night in the spacious living room. There are two full refrigerators that were very helpful. The screened in porch was so relaxing and useful. We look forward to another great vacation at this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

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

House is great

The house is even nicer than pictured. Very private yard. Everything was extremely clean, including the pool. Wonderful deck and screened porch. There isn't too much around, but that was fine with us. The pond is a little scummy by the dock - you have to paddle to a floating dock to swim. And it was challenging to get the kayaks/canoe into the water for us. No handles on the kayaks, canoe is heavy, have to carry them down steps to a moving dock, and we are all over 60. Communication with the owner was poor both before and after we were there, but very good while we were there. We let her know that a drawer was broken, and someone was there to fix it that day. Overall it was great and we already booked for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

4/10 Poor

Judy A.

Misrepresented it's a Pond not a Lake

This house is on a Pond not a Lake, it's a total misrepresentation. The pool area was in desperate need of weeding there were weeds growing through the stones The house was nice clean plenty of pool toys linens and furnishings. But three of the bedrooms have very large beautiful windows but there were no window coverings so those rooms had no privacy and my children wouldn't even sleep in two of them because they felt uncomfortable so they slept on the couch. Also the neighbors had no problem letting us know that they are not fond of the home being a rental the because "they were making to much noise" I also had a neighbor ask me about the procedure for renting the home because there seems to be some controversy with the town and this rental this created a little bit of a stressful situation
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2023
Dear Judy - We are so sorry that you had a less than exceptional time at our home. I wish you had contacted our manager Jenifer regarding the windows as we had indicated to you that they were just replaced and that the window treatments weren't in and also let you know that we would have been happy to provide something temporary. We just didn't know that, after you were there, you were unhappy with that. We have permanent window blinds on the way as I write! So sorry! As for the weeds, we lost our gardener early summer and found one that wanted to weed while you were there but we didn’t want them intruding on your time with your family. The area is now totally weed free with upkeep ...thankfully! As for the Pond.....The house is located on Upper Rhoda Lake (in fact there is a sign saying as such on route 7A) which is technically called Upper Rhoda Pond. It is 70+ acres in area. Most people think that a pond would indicate a much smaller body of water. When most guests of ours see this home, they feel that the size is that of a lake. And in my research, I found that there is really no standardization of lake sizes. Some sources claim lakes are bodies of water larger than 2 acres. In Montana, the minimum water surface area of a lake is 20 acres. There are some differences however and perhaps you are referring to those differences. I welcome your comments so that I can accurately reflect the name of the body of water. As for the neighbor, we are near the end of working with the town regarding home rentals. This is an issue all over the country and we are doing what we should be doing to make it 100% legal in our area. We have tried to work with her and the resolution is pending within 4-6 weeks. So we apologize for this. We expect that this issue will be resolved shortly and then we will have no additional issues subsequent to that resolution. Thank you again for your comments. We welcome them and are happy to resolve whatever we can to make a guest's stay be the best possible experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

Spacious, comfortable home

We loved this place, hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristy M.

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

Hoping to return

Great property, worked well for our group of middle-aged bikers/hikers. Very comfortable and clean. Excellent view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

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

We had an amazing stay at the lake house

The house was just as described, the pool was amazing, the lake was fun and a 2 minute walk away. We had an amazing time. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill E.

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

Super relaxing getaway

A beautiful and serene setting. We loved it and especially enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salavat A.

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

Thank you!

Good home! We had a good vacation!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

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

Family trip

We had a great vacation for an extended family trip. Beautiful area of NY. Outside areas of the house are lovely with lots of yard, a well maintained and private pool area, nice firepit and plenty of outdoor furniture. If you are not satisfied to stay at the property there are activities in the area. We spent several evenings at the fire pit and many hours in the pool. The bushes outside the deck and around the pool would benefit from a trim and the downstairs area needs some updating. Aside from those minor comments the property is as represented and the manager is responsive. We really enjoyed our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina L.

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

Great stay

We stayed for 4 nights and we really enjoyed the entire property: tennis court, canoeing in the lake, garden, pool,…! It was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary ann c.

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

Hudson Valley Home

Our family had a wonderful time during our stay in this Copake home. We enjoyed kayaking, and the tennis courts. We saw eagles fishing in the waters and flying over the house. There is a lovely patio with a gas grill. We had a small problem with a broken coffee carafe on our first day, that Jennifer remedied right away. She also made sure that we had wood for a fire in the fireplace, access to the kayaks and tennis equipment. We enjoyed visiting the small towns nearby and the many local diners in the area. A hike to nearby Bash Bish falls was icing on the cake.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Great location

Beautiful place to visit in the fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefano P.

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

Amazing property!

We spent a long weekend at this beautiful property with a group of friends. The house is spacious and comfortable, extremely clean and with an amazing view on the lake. It’s actually much nicer than the pictures and there is a tennis court (shared with a few other houses) + canoe and kayak to enjoy the lake! Very smooth communication with Jenifer who was kind enough to give us a very late checkout on Sunday night. We are looking forward to returning to this house and I can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

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

Lake, tennis, basketball, ping pong

We had a great time cooking in the open kitchen, relaxing by the lake and fire pit, taking out the canoe and kayak, playing tennis and basketball. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Shaw

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We are a family that has a vacation home 5 minutes from this home. We have been in the area for 9 years and love it. We hope you do as well. We can share all the fun places to visit when you are here

Why they chose this property

We love the drama of the double height open living room with the focal point the stone fireplace. Add to that the large open kitchen with a long eating bar/countertop. The bedrooms are nicely split up for privacy and there is access to the deck from 3 places. The pool is a wonderful feature for use 4 months of the year.

What makes this property unique

Pool, waterfront and lake access to pristine Upper
Rhoda Lake.
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