Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees!
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Quintessential Hudson Valley, just over an hour north of NYC, charming and peaceful renovated-1950s cabin with private lake dock and beach on beautiful Lake Dutchess. This non-motorboat, quiet, peaceful private lake is the perfect setting for the Fall foliage, Winter snowscapes, Spring blooms, and Summer swimming. Take a canoe ride (provided), fish (PLENTY of bass), a summer dip, or sled in the winter.
Immersed in the woods, this cozy log cabin is a perfect mix of rural/rustic charm and updated, modern appeal. Recently gut-renovated, the cabin has an open living room with skylights, huge windows to the lake, and a retro fireplace. Three small bedrooms branch off the living room, two rooms with a queen-size bed each, and one with a bunk bed (kids only). One updated, white bathroom with shower. The kitchen comes fully equipped with new appliances and opens up to the dining room, which has a wall of windows to the lake. From there, you can exit onto the top deck of the house for the grill or relax on the patio furniture, or the porch swing on the lower deck. The house is built on a huge rock which is also great to lay on during the summers, or head down to the lake dock (just a few footsteps away), and hang out there, take a swim, or grab the canoe or paddle board.
Additional amenities provided include AC/Heating system, Wireless WiFi, fishing poles, canoe, kayak, paddleboard (summer) , firelogs (winter), high thread-count sheets, cotton towels, Beekman 1802 Toiletries, outdoor gas grill, washer/dryer, Apple TV with streaming accounts, and most kitchen needs.
The location of the house is perfect. Though quietly nestled in the woods surrounded by nature, it is a mile or two from Interstate-84 which takes you straight to Beacon, Cold Spring, or Kent, CT in 20 minutes. Metro North's Southeast station on the Harlem Line is 10 minutes away so a commute to NYC is very convenient for guests who need to come and go.
The area attractions include great hiking at Wonder Lake, Nuclear Lake (part of the iconic Appalachian Trail), Beacon Reservoir, and Breakneck Ridge (named by Newsweek as one of the 10 Best Hiking Trails in the Country). And great biking on the state-wide Empire Trail, minutes from the cabin!
We are centrally located to some quintessential Hudson Valley towns. Beacon, right on the Hudson River with amazing shops and restaurants, is home to the world-renowned DIA Art Museum. Other nearby Hudson Valley towns worthy of a visit include Cold Spring, Pawling, and Kent (CT).
There is also Splashdown Beach, a water park 15 minutes away. During the winter, besides the frozen lake and beautiful snow-covered surroundings, there is Thunder Ridge Ski Resort 10 minutes away. The Autumn is amazing with the colorful fall foliage every which way and festivals abound. Go apple-picking at the beautiful Fishkill Farms, only ten minutes away. And of course Spring starts us into summer with the snow melting and the leaves and flowers blooming!
Please note, we do not rent to anyone under the age of 25, and have a 4 adult maximum (6 person max, if at least two children are included), as the bunk beds are for children only. This is a peaceful lake community. If you and your guests tend to be on the loud, partying side, this is NOT the house/lake for you.
IMPORTANT!!! During the Winter and early Spring months, four-wheel/all-wheel drive is highly recommended to access the cabin. If there is ice/snow, though it is plowed, you can still get stuck on the final road to the cabin.
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Strictly enforced. This is a quiet lake community.
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Case-by-case, get approval BEFORE booking.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking.
Guests must sign rental contract, provide photo ID (no exceptions) within 48hrs of receiving contract. I don't accept bookings from UNVERIFIED guests.
Noise must be kept at a reasonable level during reasonable hours. No parties and no blasting of music outside.
No outside boats/rafts on lake.
Important information
You need to know
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: Strictly enforced. This is a quiet lake community.
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
About the area
Holmes
Located in Holmes, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Thunder Ridge Ski Resort and Centennial Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SplashDown Beach and Ives Concert Park. Richter Arts Center and Stonecrop Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
United States Military Academy - 32 min drive - 61.6 km
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - 36 min drive - 73.8 km
Culinary Institute of America - 37 min drive - 53.1 km
Getting around
Southeast Station - 15 min drive
Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Sauro's Town Square Pizza Cafe - 10 min drive
Dunkin' - 12 min drive
Karen's Diner - 13 min drive
Gappy's - 3 min drive
Dunkin' - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees!?
As of 9 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees! on 28 May, 2026 start from S$486, 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 Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Log Cabin On A Lake With Private Dock & Beach! One Hour from NYC! No Pet Fees! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Lake Dutchess and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wonder Lake State Park and Whaley Lake. Thunder Ridge Ski Resort and Centennial Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful—super cozy and clean cabin with comfortable beds, big windows overlooking beautiful woods and lake, great fireplace. Peaceful location off of dirt road, but also close to a great grocery store and restaurants. Had a perfect family weekend here!
We loved the house, it was very quiet, the view of the lake was beautiful (even though it was rainy and cloudy). The decoration was really nice and it felt super cozy. The host was also very responsive.
Loved our stay at this cozy lake cabin! It had everything we needed to fish and have fun on the lake and cook our meals. Very clean and comfortable would definitely stay again.
The online reviews and the accuracy of what was advertise pretty spot on. Well stocked, I underestimated the towels provided part lol. We were able to extend our stay since lucky for is there was availability to extend the stay. So cozy, pictures doesn’t really do justice, but the atmosphere was amazing. We had a relaxed enjoyable vacation my children enjoyed it every moment they could. The peace and tranquility, the hammock to porch swing, I mean it was a perfect retreat for our family. Jasons a lovely host, and the property is well maintained, I have ZERO complaints. Thank you Jason,
We can’t say enough good things about this place! The cabin was homey but modern and had a great view. It was the perfect get away from the busy city. The fireplace is super cool. Highly recommend!
This lakeside retreat is a peaceful, serene sanctuary.
We absolutely loved our time here. The views are so gorgeous and the lake was incredible for swimming and kayaking.
We will definitely stay here again. Jason was an awesome host also. So easy to deal with and left us lots of helpful tips for our stay.
This cabin is amazing! We really enjoyed how quiet it was and how it was just steps from the lake, where we enjoyed fishing (10 bass caught!), swimming, and canoeing. Tons of great local hiking and restaurants and Jason was the perfect host. Highly recommend. We’ll certainly be back!
My family spent a week in this beautiful, cozy lake house. We loved swimming in the lake, fishing and canoeing plus exploring the area. Jason is a great host.
What a great long weekend we had! Being on the lake, looking at the lake, bbq-ing with a view of the lake - it was all lake, all the time, which is exactly what we wanted. Plus we got perfect weather. Cabin is adorable and beds are comfortable, too.
This is a perfect house and location on a small beautiful lake in NY. We had a wonderful, relaxing time. Jason is the perfect host!! Very quick to respond. We would love to return sometime.
Carolyn K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jason
I am a Brooklyn-based designer and graphic artist, married to my husband Saar with a small, sweet dog named Annie.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with lakefront cabin life staying with a friend and enjoying all that their lake had to offer. We were looking for a similar weekend getaway and this lovely house just fell from the Gods it seemed.
What makes this property unique
We've often been told that the house works both for someone who wants a rustic, authentic cabin-feel, as well as for someone who may perhaps not want to leave all modern conveniences aside and appreciates art and design. It's comfortable, cozy, tasteful, and can be as adventurous or peaceful as you make it. It seems to please almost every type of person needing a break from city life.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests