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Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY

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A two-story house with a balcony, a front porch, and a statue.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, a stove, and a window with a view of trees.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a chandelier, and a large stained glass window.
A wooden deck with a glass-top table and floral chairs, an umbrella, and a door to a house.
A staircase with a white railing, a wooden floor, and a red patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Cue up the fun

    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Sleepy Hollow Lake
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Athens, NY
  • Place, Sleepy Hollow Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Olana State Historic Site
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Hunter Mountain
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY

Beautiful modern Swiss cottage that comfortably sleeps 8. Located in the Private Sleepy Hollow Lake community in Athens, NY.

Spacious house featuring spectacular Catskill and Berkshire mountain views. Semi secluded, with all comforts and amenities to make it a first class offering.

Whatever the occasion, our ultimate goal is to provide a home away from home. Whether it's family, friends or business, we hope you're able to create beautiful, long lasting memories.

The first floor consists of a living room, office area, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a sun/recreational room.

The second floor consists of an open living room and dining area with a central 3-sided marble fireplace, a fully equip kitchen & a master bedroom/bathroom. (two patios on this level)

The third floor consists of a loft area over looking living space that has a bedroom, 2 sitting areas, and a half bathroom.

Entire home will be available for each booking.

Other things to note

Property is located in the Hudson River Valley 2.5 hours north of New York City. Sleepy Hollow Lake is a 2200 acre private community surrounding a 2 1/2 mile lake.

Guests will have access to all Sleepy Hollow amenities including, beach access, pools, tennis courts, basketball courts and dog beach/park.


The town of Hudson is 15 mins away from the property which is famous for restaurants, art galleries and antic shops. Albany, New York is a half hour away from property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

10pm max

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4314190
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: 10pm max
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 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

Athens

Located in Athens, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Catskill Golf Club and Whitecliff Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Greene County Council on the Arts and Lumberyard Contemporary Performing Arts. Basilica Hudson and Omi International Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Athens, NY

What's nearby

  • Sleepy Hollow Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Olana State Historic Site - 17 min drive - 19.1 km
  • University at Albany - 43 min drive - 57.2 km
  • Kaaterskill Falls - 43 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Hunter Mountain - 48 min drive - 60.3 km

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 21 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Plaza Diner - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Hot-Digg-ity Pizza - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Modern Swiss Cottage in Athens, NY located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1 km) from Sleepy Hollow Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hudson River Islands State Park and Hudson River. Coxsackie Village Hall and Mcquade 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you so much for hosting my family for the week of the July 4th hoiday. Thomas's house was inviting and fun. He is an excellent host and responds right away to any question. You can see right away that he wants his guests to be happy and satisfied. He met us after we checked in to show us all the nuances of the wonderful house and even had the dining room table set in such a sweet way and was available throughout our stay for any questions. He loves dogs! That was a major plus for us. The community is great with a pool, beach, and even a doggie beach, tennis courts and more. We could not be happier with our stay at Thomas's house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host welcomed us personally and his house was cozy, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Girls Trip

Very accommodating host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thomas and Joan were very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We had a great time in this house!

Spacious home in a beautiful area. Lots of room for a large family or joint family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Thanks very much you are welcome any time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time, kind host

Host was very kind had no issues with stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

In Great Hands with Tomas

In looking through the pictures & reading the reviews, my girlfriend and I decided to take a relaxing weekend away. The house was very unique and easily one of my favorite stays. It's conveniently located next to Hudson, Catskill and other quaint cities and the drives are picturesque in the fall. Tomas (the owner) was incredibly accommodating and extremely kind. He gave us a great breakdown of the property, the house, and helped make the stay very comfortable. We will definitely be back and I highly recommend others to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
We loved having you! Thank you for this wonderful review. We look forward to you coming back! You were the perfect guest. You’re welcome anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house itself has eclectic decor but is expansive and was spacious enough for myself, my husband, 17 year old daughter and my parents. We wach had our own bedroom and bathroom with bedrooms and bathrooms to spare. My parents brought their shih tzu and everyone was more than comfortable. The kitchen was on the 2nd floor which was a little strange but was nice when we grilled and ate on the porch with lovely views. At night we watched the fireflies. During the day we drove into Hudson and spent time at the community pool and lake. We had a lovely weekend. Tom let us check out late which was generous of him. The house had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This is a wondrous house!!!!

The minute you walk in the door, the stress just melts away. I must say the host, Thomas, is a truly incredible human being. We arrived and he had put so much heart and work into making our stay feel special. He absolutely gives you your privacy , but he is also a fountain of information and warmth. We felt so welcomed, so cared for, and because of this the 4 of us has a magnificent weekend in this truly majestic house. I can not recommend it enough. Between the views, the giant ceilings, the large open layout — its in incredible: but on too of that to have an owner who cares SO much - it was like having a Concerige at a 5 star hotel at all times. This home is not to be missed, I can guarantee we will be back not only in winter, spring and summer too. WHAT A FIND!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review, I appreciate it so much. My house will always be open for you! My experience at the plaza hotel for 50 years gave me plenty of training in hospitality, which has helped me to be a good host for people who visit my house. I'll be waiting for you to come back in the spring or summer. You are your friends were such wonderful guests! :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Most unique house I've ever stayed in.

This house has an incredibly eclectic collection of artwork and statues as well as very interesting grounds with lots of seating areas and decks to sit on to enjoy the views. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the property manager was very attentive. The layout of the house was very unique, but there are a few drawbacks to the house. We stayed on the third floor which was only accessible by a narrow spiral staircase and it was quite a challenge to get the suitcases up the staircase. The bathroom on the third floor didn't have a functional shower and is very outdated and needs maintenance. There are lots of free-standing statues and busts all around the house which was fine for us but I would worry about small children or dogs running into them and knocking them over. The porches on the house were lovely they have nice outdoor furniture on them and had lovely views. We enjoyed having coffee out on the deck in the morning.The problem is they really need maintenance The deck boards are splintering and the railings are in bad shape. It had a great location since we were going to a wedding in Coxsackie and it was only an 8-minute drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2024
Thank you for your review/feedback! We will be repairing the deck this season. If you come back again I would be more than happy to help you carry anything up the stairs :) Any statues are easily removed if anyone feels worried! Please come back anytime and thank you for leaving the house in such beautiful shape. -Thomas
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous hub for family get-together

We were a family of 6 adults, generally willing to go with the flow but also vocal and opinionated about the places we stay. Everyone in the group LOVED our stay here, for a host of reasons: 1) Host: Incredibly responsive and communicative. Above and beyond. After I mentioned the family had suffered a loss during Covid and we were hoping to lift mom's spirits on Mother's Day, we arrived to a house filled with Mother's Day balloons. It made her smile with surprise and happiness. Priceless. A left-behind item was sent to us with uncanny speed. He supplied local recommendations. In sum, just a swell and caring host. 2) House: Quirky and delightful. We loved finding and chatting about the art on every wall. It's not museum-like, though, it's super comfortable. Literally more space than we could use over our long weekend – whole rooms we hardly entered but which could be a life-saver for larger family gatherings that need space for privacy and separate interests. The living room was a great place to sprawl. The spaces pictured on the listing are exactly as shown (the upstairs suite has its own bathroom and feels very private despite its position as a loft). But there are even more sitting areas and hang-out spaces than pictured, and an office. Plus, the deck was a terrific spot to lounge – and much more outdoor space we didn't get a chance to use. So much space! An incredible value. 3) Packing: We had to buy some travel-size hand soap mid-way through the visit but apart from food and books, that was it. Leave everything else behind, because it's here. Beds were comfortable and linens provided so no need to tote those or mattress pads. 4) Hanging out: Remarkably for us (we're big device and TV users) we never once turned on the TV, spending time talking, doing a jigsaw, cooking, eating and visiting local towns & sites. 5) Location: Hudson's just 15 min away and you could easily spend multiple days poking into the shops and restaurants there. Coxsackie had just a tiny handful but we managed to spend a solid hour or two in them because of thoughtful curation, plus the waterfront park is charming. Catskill had enough shops and cafes for a day or crammed afternoon. Just the tip of the iceberg, though. Fab sight-seeing. A long weekend not nearly enough time. We spend a LONG time choosing a home base for family trips, comparing descriptions and reviewing comments of dozens and dozens of possible homes here on VRBO. This exceeded expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Betsy, thank you for leaving such a beautiful, detailed review! We enjoy hosting our house to such lovely guests and making sure they feel like it’s a home away from home is our top priority! We do whatever we can to have the few days you and your family spend feel as special as possible. It’s our pleasure. Thank YOU! We hope you come back to stay again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome weekend .......

Great property, Tomas is a superb host, perfect central location for family gathering, very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Large and Comfortable House in Greene County

This large three floor house accommodated our five family members with a well stocked kitchen, comfortable furniture and beds. There was a multitude of art everywhere you looked. Thomas was very a terrific host who took great care with our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique house and quaint location

Very unique house, especially the decor. Spacious. Two wonderful patios, one with a fantastic view of the mountains. Tomas was a fantastic host, even offering to drive us around a few times. We had a nice experience talking to him over breakfast and hearing some of his old stories.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best place I’ve stayed at

It’s a great home, and the host went above and beyond. He was so nice, welcoming, accommodating, considerate, made sure we knew everything we could in order to have the best stay, & even left a gift for my friend for their birthday (that was the reason we went). Would love to stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable stay to attend wedding

Owner is nice,helpful and responsive Place is spacious, most of the time we stayed on 2nd floor where kitchen and comfy leather furniture is located. Can't comment on community facilities since we did not use them,but they looked good when we walked by Hope this helps
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place

Tons of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay was wonderful. We enjoyed the space the home had to offer and the kids loved playing pool!

The owner Thomas was very accommodating and responded in a timely manner when contacted. He even went to the store to buy us coffee and milk when he found out we didn’t have these items. Late check out was provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house, amazing break.

Tom Garcia is the most gracious host I've ever dealt with in the vrbo universe. He is kind, generous, welcoming and...just like the tomatoes he left for us...sweet. The house was perfect...lots of space for everyone to do their own thing. And we all collected at the end of the day to make dinner in the kitchen and on eat grill and hang in the public space. Fabulous house; great vibe. The pool and lake are great. We used both every day. Looking forward to the next time.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Relaxing stay in Sleepy Hollow

When we arrived at the house we were pleasantly surprised that it was exactly as pictured and very large. We are a family of 8 including 2 young grandchildren. We enjoyed the eclectic decor and Thomas was very responsive when we had questions or needed anything. The house was extremely clean as well. We also really enjoyed the multiple decks and view. The pool and beach are around a mile / short drive from the house and they were fantastic! We also took advantage of exploring some of the nice towns along the Hudson. In addition, we explored Olana which is a beautiful home and property overlooking the Hudson River built by artist Frederic Church in the 1800’s. It is now run by New York State and we were free to explore the 250 acre property- entering the house requires a pay-for tour. The only reason we are giving the house 4 stars instead of 5 is there are some things that need attention such as some plumbing and electrical issues (lights and outlets not working, one shower out of order, etc) but they didn’t hinder our experience. We were told a recent visitor/ child caused the issues but we aren’t so sure about that. Despite this we would definitely stay here again and Thomas was the perfect host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend in Sleepy Hollow Lake

We had a great time. House is kind of quirky and interesting. From reading the reviews I knew that there were 3 floors and that the top floor was up a spiral staircase but did not appreciate that it was open to the second floor so not as private. But the kids stayed up there and loved it. They felt like they had a tree house! There is a bathroom on every floor which is nice. My 80 year old mother stayed on the second floor so her bedroom was on the same floor as the kitchen and dining and living room which was convenient. The central air worked great and we were there during a 90+ degree heat wave. Thomas our host was so lovely. He was there when we arrived and welcomed us in and showed me how to use all of the keys and walked us through the entire house. He even opened cabinets and drawers in the kitchen so we would know where everything was kept. Beds were comfy and we had everything we needed in the kitchen for cooking. I loved that the dining room table was set for a fancy dinner party, but that the plates that were set out were still dishwasher friendly. We used the pool and lake in the development. All of the decks and balcony spaces were great and the kids loved the room with the pool table. There is so much interesting art work to look at and I loved the stained glass on the top floor. Lots of great little nooks for reading and chilling.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house within a beautiful shared lakefront community

We had a wonderful time staying at Mr. Garcia's house. It is a lovely house with great balconies and central air conditioning. The pool and lakefront with beach and swimming area are well maintained. There is a dog beach as well, which was great for our dog to swim at. It’s a 4-5 min drive and it’s not walkable for kids or if you’re towing a lot of gear and picnic. We knew that going in but it’s helpful to know. Probably a great easy bike ride. There is a large assortment of board games for people to play as well. Very considerate hosts. Kitchen has more equipment and tools than anywhere I’ve stayed in a while. Fantastic flatware and dinnerware too. Very clean. Central air works well. We were very comfortable. We had a great time and we would go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Eclectic with easy pool and lake access

As others reviews mention, the decor is really standout here. Maximalist all the way! Yet surprisingly child friendly if you’re kids aren’t super rambunctious or early walkers. My daughters are 6 months and 4 years old. The baby wasn’t mobile enough to do any damage and the 4yo is way past the stage of pulling on furniture or putting things in her mouth. We just had to be very vigilant on the spiral staircase to third floor (even adults need to mind their steps there.) The pool and lakefront with beach and swimming area are well maintained. It’s a 4-5 min drive and it’s not walkable for kids or if you’re towing a lot of gear and picnic. We knew that going in but it’s helpful to know. Probably a great easy bike ride. Very considerate hosts. Kitchen has more equipment and tools than anywhere I’ve stayed in a while. Fantastic flatware and dinnerware too. Very clean. A few patio and shower doors need attention but everything is in good condition. Central air works well. We were very comfortable. A memorable stay for sure; I certainly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake with great amenities

Our second year renting this nice and very spacious home with lots of character. Beautiful Catskill Mountain View’s. Our host Thomas, as always, very nice and super attentive. Looking forward to next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Wedding

I saw Thomas house on line. Great big over the top wonderful place perfect for our family. We were met by Thomas a gracious gentleman who worked at the Plaza Hotel , Palm Room for 50 years. Thomas treated us as valued clients and regaled us with stories of his time at the Plaza and the people he met while waiting there. A great experence.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

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Hosted by Thomas Garcia

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