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Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!

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A living room with a sofa, two chairs, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A sandy beach with a bench and a small table, overlooking a calm lake with trees in the background.
A kitchen with wooden flooring, a stainless steel trash bin, and a chandelier.
Dining
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a lamp, a window, and two wall-mounted skis.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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South Salem, NY
  • Place, Truesdale Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Candlewood Lake
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Westchester County Center
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, White Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Downstairs guest suite

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!

Escape from the busy day-to-day at this charming historic hideaway by the lake. The home, circa 1760s, boasts all the storybook charm you could dream of, combined with a functional and tasteful modern touch. Enjoy a fire in the original fireplace, a glass of wine on the oversized patio, a quick walk to the lake for a swim or kayak adventure (just 300 feet away) or explore the area's many attractions and food spots. A true country retreat awaits.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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: limit 3 total
Inquire prior to reservation, pet fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3324290vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

South Salem

South Salem is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Candlewood Lake and Seth Low Pierrepont State Park, while Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center and Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Danbury Ice Arena or Danbury Sports Dome.
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South Salem, NY

What's nearby

  • Truesdale Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Candlewood Lake - 32 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Greenwich Avenue - 42 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Westchester County Center - 42 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Sacred Heart University - 43 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Brewster Train Station - 23 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mannen Japanese Cuisine - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Prime Burger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Planet Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Deborah Ann's Sweet Shoppe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Hideaway with Lake Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Hideaway with Lake Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Hideaway with Lake Access! located?

Situated in South Salem, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Four winds, Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center and Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum. Mamanasco Beach and Ridgefield Playhouse 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome antique cottage…great location!!We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay! Very attentive hosts, nice location for a wedding that brought us to town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We loved this historic home and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, quiet location, convenient to grocery and nearby towns. House has a lot of older charm with good heating and appliance upgrades.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really cool historic house. Beautiful wood throughout. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable beds. Spotlessly clean. Not necessarily the best place for mobility challenged guests as there are steps to navigate but it was just perfect for my family’s visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John p.

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

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

Enjoyable Weekend

The home was clean and the area is beautiful! It was a wonderful experience staying in a historic home and the owners were fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

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

Great spot

We were in town for work for the week and found this site online. Great spot, nice a quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

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

Exactly what we needed

We had a great stay at this fascinating historic house! The house is exactly as described and the hosts were incredibly responsive, even to a last minute request to extend our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diana g.

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

Quaint historical home.

So much character in this home! A lot of room to spread out. Comfy beds too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Timothy M.

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

Thanksgiving 2024

Overall, very nice historic home. Very clean, perfect location for our family holiday, wonderful mattresses on all beds, well stocked kitchen with all cooking necessities. Good communication with owners who promptly helped to rectify a few issues. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay in this area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Fantastic house

We came up to the area to visit family for the weekend and this house was absolutely perfect for our family. Old house but very charming and extremely clean and well kept. Already recommended to family and will definitely stay here again when we visit. Usually very difficult to find a place with our two young boys but this house was extremely spacious and had that rustic vibe with modern upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

natalie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Hideaway was perfect stay while we were in town for a wedding. It is definitely a historic house. We loved it. The bedding was nice and the mattresses in all the rooms appeared newish and were very comfortable. It has large common spaces to gather and visit or watch tv. We did not cook, but the kitchen seemed well-appointed and having coffee and tea available was nice. And an electric corkscrew - who could ask for more!Because it is an old house it has short ceilings and door frames which gave us much enjoyment watching my 6'4" son maneuver through the house - he didn't bonk his head once! I would highly recommend this property if you are in the South Salem area. Our wedding was at Le Chateau, which was less than a 5 minute drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

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

Hidden Gem

We had our daughter’s wedding in the area and needed somewhere for our famiily to stay. The house has alot of charm and is definetly an old house and best for adults. There are definetly 4 bedrooms as described in the house description with accesa to a beach/lake. This was a perfect location for us and a space we could relax between events
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

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

Spotless & Comfortable

The house was very comfortable, extremely clean and extremely well organized. Dan, my host, was easy to communicate with and prompt with his responses. I would highly recommend this home, but then it might be booked next time I wish to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

July 2024

Wonderful property with plenty of historic charm and quirks. All the modern conveniences necessary for me and my husband to work remote while also hosting a few family friends for a reunion.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Christmas House

We had our family Christmas at the house, adults & a 5 year old & 2 year old. The house is a mix of modern & very old and worked very well for us with enough space for games and quiet coloring.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald T.

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

Rustic getaway near civilization

This house is rustic but has all the modern amenities, with 4 true bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. It suited our family nicely. The house has the most ingenious storage nooks and crannies and a "historic" feel, but no cobwebs. It is very well-situated near a lake and 2 minutes from a small diner / store and gas station. We would definitely consider coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Home away from home

What a fantastic stay! A wonderful home with rustic old world charm surrounded by nature, it was quiet/peaceful yet close enough to everything you would need. Immediately upon entering the home the space was so comfortable and inviting!!! The host was amazing in providing clear and concise information for checking in, house rules and what was available in the surrounding area. The communication and responses were immediate. I would recommend this property and would DEFINITELY stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Super charming in south salem!

This was such a unique stay! We weren’t sure what we would find in south salem, but this home was perfect for our long weekend visiting family. It was a little warm outside, so we were a little nervous how comfortable we would be in this historic home; but the hosts prepared ACs for all the bedrooms and living spaces - amazing! The exterior of the property is well lit and spacious, so our dogs were happy. We even saw some deer. The home was stocked with all the basics (the coffee was great!) and overall very cozy. I wish we had time for the lake, but hopefully we will be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was such a fun place to stay with my family who live in the area but we always have a hard time fitting. We all fit comfortably. It is a well maintained antique home with lots of nice features. The kids had a blast playing hide and seek. The house is very clean and plenty of linens and towels. Kitchen is set up well for a rental. Communication was fantastic. Instructions were easy and clear. I would highly recommend this place. Great little markets nearby and a lovely quiet neighborhood. Safe to go for a run around the lake. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gary V.

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

Lovely rental, BUT…..

Upon arrival late Friday afternoon for a 2 night stay, we were confronted with a snow and ice covered stone walkway that was not adequately cleared from a snowfall that occurred 2 days prior. This presented a very dangerous situation since it was a lengthy ( about 100+ foot long ) uneven stone walkway. During our booking process property manager was emailed that we were traveling for a wedding with a 91 year old and an infant. Overnight another snowfall occurred. On Saturday morning, texted property manager inquiring about a snow shovel. Informed that rental had no shovel but there was a store 5 minutes away if I wanted to buy a shovel and would be reimbursed. It is the owners responsibility to provide safe access and egress to their property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GRACE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pre-Revolutionary War house that still has older features, yet equipped with all modern conveniences. The property is kept very clean. It is a few minute walk to the lake and 5 minute drive to vibrant downtown Ridgefield. We enjoyed our three day stay and would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flávia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a find! The house was very spacious with enough bedrooms and bathrooms for the 5 of us plus my 2 dogs! The big table was great for us to play games throughout the holiday and a lot of cute restaurants and bakeries were just 8 min car drive away. Unfortunately it rained the whole holiday, but it would nice, if the weather was good, to enjoy the patio and the nearby beach. Everything was very clean and well explained! Very much recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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