Charming country house

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Pool. 4' deep. NOT HEATED.
Open Memorial Day - Labor Day weekend.

Deck. 4 lounge chairs. Six-feet dining table seats 6-8.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81585 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Pool

Explore the area

Dover Plains, NY

Bull's Bridge
‪14 min drive‬
Kent Falls State Park
‪27 min drive‬
Lake Waramaug State Park
‪35 min drive‬
Poughkeepsie, NY (POU-Dutchess County)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sleeping area Basement

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to our home! We offer a lovely country house on almost one-acre of land conveniently located five minutes from the Metro North, Harlem Valley-Wingdale station, or 90-minute drive from NYC. Local ski areas, wineries, adorable Hudson Valley towns (Millbrook, Millerton, Amenia, Kent) are short drives away.

The house is three-bedroom, with a basement sleeping area (each with a queen-size bed). It offers all the conveniences required for a comfortable stay. Sleeps 8 comfortably. Fireplace, Kitchen, two bathrooms.

There is an outdoor above-ground pool available from Memorial Day to Labor Day (the pool is NOT heated).

Property manager

Ileana

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking OUTSIDE okay, never indoors

Any amenities for infants and/or toddlers (i.e., crib) must be brought by guest.

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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dover Plains

Dover Plains is home to this holiday home. John Kane House and Morrison Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Harlem Valley Golf Club and Millbrook Vineyards and Winery. Innisfree Garden and Trevor Zoo are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

Dover Plains, NY

What's nearby

Bull's Bridge - 14 min drive - 13.0 km
Candlewood Lake - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
Kent Falls State Park - 27 min drive - 26.9 km
Vassar College - 35 min drive - 36.3 km
Lake Waramaug State Park - 35 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

Appalachian Trail - 11 min drive
Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪Riverview Tavern - ‬6 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Gaylordsville Diner & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
‪Kelly's Creamery - ‬6 min drive
‪The Old Oak Tavern - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Charming country house have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Charming country house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming country house?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming country house?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming country house located?

Situated in Dover Plains, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Dover Town Hall and within 6 miles (10 km) of Dover Veterans Memorial Library and Dover Plains Stone Church. Olivet University and Harlem Valley Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Eileen P.

8 Oct, 2024

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

Attended Wedding

The listing photos are accurate. The lush view outside the back is lovely. Can easily imagine how pool weather would make a stay here fun. We were there to attend a wedding and wished there was a full length mirror, and drawer space to unpack.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

11 Feb, 2016

Cozy Weekend Away

I spent a tranquil and restorative weekend in front of the cozy sitting room fireplace. Great house for relaxing, cooking and reading. The house is expertly equipped and incredibly clean. I am excited to come back in the summer to experience the pool and the amazing backyard.

10/10 Excellent

Zachary L.

13 Oct, 2024

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

Lovely stay for a local wedding. Fit 6 adults easily.

In town for a local wedding just 5 minutes down the road. House is well furnished with everything you may need. Beds are very comfortable with plenty of bedding. We had a pair of family members who are accessibility challenged and they had an easy time getting in and out of the downstairs area so they did not need to use stairs. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Z.

1 Jun, 2018

Clean & Peaceful

I can not thank Ileana and Erik enough for the use of their home. We had so much fun with our family. We disconnect from the city (Chicago) living embraced, the peace and quite. Their home was warm, comfortable and full of board games that we enjoyed. The kitchen had everything we needed. We were their for my daughter Graduation and having a home to come to made the trip enjoyable. I would recommend this home to anyone who wants to really unplug. Thanks Ileana and Erik

Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

2 Aug, 2021

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

Lovely Dutchess County Getaway

Lovely home. Quiet location. Really enjoyed the pool, the backyard, the flowers & trees. Ileana is a great host. Very responsive!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcie K.

12 Jul, 2019

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

Beautiful gardens, flowers and pool.

Wonderful stay in this home. Beautiful flowers on table upon our arrival. Baby gate available to use on stairs, which was a necessity I hadn’t thought of. My grandsons first experience swimming in the pool, and he loved it! Thank you for letting us stay in your home!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

10 Aug, 2018

Lovely home. We'll be back!

The house was really cozy, and we felt completely at home. They supplied everything we could have needed and more (e.g., provided coffee and tea, assorted spices & condiments, lots of night lights - which were strategically placed throughout the house for safety). The beds and furniture were all very comfortable. Backyard, deck & pool were lovely; it felt very private.The covered porch (with grill) was a really great place to hang out when it rained. Ileana was amazingly fast/responsive to all of our many questions leading up to our stay. She & Erik made sure our 6th Annual Cousins Reunion was a spectacular success. We are hoping/planning to spend #7 there as well! My only suggestion would be perhaps some extra hooks on the downstairs bathroom door and/or in the laundry room for hanging wet towels.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

24 Apr, 2018

Wonderful weekend

My husband and I spent the weekend at this wonderful house to celebrate my birthday. The house is extremely comfortable, cozy, warm and has everything you need. The kitchen is equipped with everything needed to make excellent meals. The rooms are beautiful and well decorated, beds comfortable and smelling sheets carefully stretched and tidy for our comfort. Oh my God and the basement sofas, you can rest like baby! We spent a lot of time in the living room in front of the fireplace taking wine and enjoying every minute. As it was near Christmas the Christmas tree was beautiful in the living room, leaving the house even more cozy. As it was cold we could not enjoy the pool nor the deck. But we used the grill to make a delicious meal. We were very happy this weekend at Ileana's house. I would highly recommend renting this place for sure. We look forward to returning to this house as soon as possible. Ileana is a perfect host, always available for any help. She gave us several tips and made our weekend especial, wonderful and made me very happy! Tks Ileana!!

10/10 Excellent

WiL G., Wilkes barre PA

3 Jan, 2018

Very quiet and Cozy get away for my family

Ileana's home felt so much like a home away during our yearly family trip . Its cozy and everything in the house is simple to operate , clean, spacious enough and comfortable. Ileana was always very resourceful and communicative and let us enjoy the home undisturbed with family while making sure we were ok. Over all it was a grand time and we all felt very appreciative and happy about our stay in the house and around that location (close to many of the Hudson Valley attractions) and the beautiful winter snow. There was plenty of wood to enjoy nice a nice fireplace making the house even more attractive and creating that special ambiance which we all loved and enjoyed every minute of. The rooms are comfortable too, The kitchen had all we needed and more. I even got inspired to buy me a kind of pan I saw there!. The house was heated just right!. The instructions getting in and getting out were simple, few and to the point. I will definitely recommend Ileana's home if you want a get away in a quiet and tranquil vicinity of the Hudson with loved ones.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

20 Oct, 2017

Great house -- communicative owner

My family and I stayed here while we were in town for a wedding. The owner was very communicative before/during/after our stay, making sure all went smoothly. The house itself is represented well in the pictures. Clean, spacious, country style home.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Shandra F., Where do you live?

1 Jul, 2017

Such a beautiful and peaceful home. Our family enjoyed every minute.

My niece said the yards reminded her of the secret garden. That first impression was only enhanced more as we slept well, enjoyed the pool, and the beauty and serene surroundings. I would recommend this home to others. The renters' were extremely hospitable and helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Silvia O.

28 Apr, 2017

Wonderful weekend retreat!

Don't hesitate to book this wonderful house! This home is welcoming and hooks you up from the moment you enter it. It is beautifully decorated and fully equipment to accommodate up to 8 people. It was 4 of us, each in our room with extremely comfortable, warm beds. We spend most of our time in the cozy living room, by the fire, just enjoying some time away from the big, busy city. We could have just spent the weekend in the house (kitchen is fully equipped with a fully stocked supermarket nearby) but we decided to explore one of the nearby hiking routes. It was beautiful! There is more to do nearby the house (there are some brochures available for you) and we are looking forward to returning in the summer do do more and enjoy the pool and wonderful deck! Ileana is a great host! She is considerate, detailed oriented, and although she is not at the house while it is rented, she makes sure everything is prepped and ready for you to have a lovely experience in her home. Don't miss out!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Missy N.

12 Mar, 2017

Great Weekend Getaway!

My husband and I spent a long weekend here and loved it! The house is extremely comfortable and would be great for a family holiday. We explored some of the small towns nearby and did some antiquing, toured a craft distillery, some art galleries and museums, and found some wonderful little restaurants with great food and attentive service. We definitely plan to return to enjoy more of the outdoor activities in the area and to take advantage of local wineries. The owner was very responsive to questions and provided a number of amenities to make our stay enjoyable. I would highly recommend this home to friends looking to explore the Hudson Valley.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

11 Oct, 2016

Perfect getaway

My family and I stayed at this lovely country home at the end of the summer, it was the perfect getaway for our family of four before my eldest started college. Everything about this home leads to peace and relaxation starting with its charming exterior as you pull in the driveway. The kitchen is well stocked for both indoor and outdoor cooking and the deck is a lovely place to have dinner. We loved the pool and spent most of our afternoons and evenings cooling off there. If you're looking for adventures, there are several things to do within in driving distance, don't miss the hike at Stone Church, its truly breathtaking. Also within driving distance is Beacon, NY with a great art museum and quaint main street with lots of dining options, as well as several local restaurants and shops. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and plan to make a reservation for next summer!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

14 Aug, 2016

Clean, very quiet area and relaxing, spacious and very comfortable

This is a lovely house that is the perfect headquarters for the many beautiful sites in the mid-Hudson Valley. We were a multigenerational family of 7, and this house is spacious enough to provide each of us privacy as well as common areas to comfortably allow for meals and together time. The pool was an added bonus for everyone, especially my grandkids. The grounds are beautiful,quiet and well maintained. The house is well supplied with kitchen utensils and pans, as well as linens and towels.Wonderful deck area with great grill too. The owners met us the day we arrived and were very helpful in providing tips for grocery shopping, train service and house maintenance.We all had a terridic stay and I recommend it highly to anyone visiting the area.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jerri M.

10 Aug, 2016

Cozy and Relaxing

We loved sitting by the pool under the large beautiful trees. The yard has beautiful flowers and the neighborhood is very quiet. Perfect for a relaxing getaway!

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

4 Aug, 2016

Peaceful Home in Dover

I needed to get out of the hussel and bussel of NYC for a quick getaway and I got what I needed. A most peaceful envioronment with the security of a beautiful, clean, cozy home. The drive was approximately 90 minutes with no traffic. Nice scenic drive . Arrived at my destination and thought I entered an enchanted forest. The pool sits on a nice deck with comfortable lounge chairs and nice patio dining area. Everything is CLEAN...CLEAN ... CLEAN... The sun shines and you're surrounded by mother nature in all her glory. The house is also very beautiful. It is comfortable to lounge and relax and enjoy the peaceful envioronment. Nice romantic feeling in the living room with the fireplace. Sleeping accommodations extremely comfortable. Kitchen area is spacious and modern and a very desireable area to cook your meals. Oven , stove and dishwasher also clean and immaculate. Laundry facilities downstairs to accommodate cleaning needs also modern and clean. The garden area was in full bloom and took my breath away. Ahhh such a wonderful lil getaway.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

19 Jul, 2016

A fun weekend with friends

This clean and welcoming home is highly recommended! It is a quick drive from NYC (only an hour and a half). The pool is clean and refreshing on a hot summer's day. The sun shines on the pool and deck from about 11 am- 7 pm, which is great for laying out, swimming and having a BBQ with the awesome new grill! The kitchen is fully equipped with all the essentials and more. You just need to provide the food and drinks (smile). The rooms are cozy and comfortable for a great sleep. Whether you are looking for a fun time with friends or just some R&R, this is the perfect getaway home.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

BERTRAND L., Paris, France

11 Jul, 2016

Perfect house, perfect week-end!

We were 4 French couples spending Independence Day week-end at Ileana's home. Everything about the property exceeded our expectations. The house was very cozy and clean, the living room and bedrooms spacious and comfortable, the kitchen very well equipped! We also had a lot of fun in the backyard and swimming pool (the swimming pool is very big, much bigger than it looks on the pictures). Ileana checked us in and made us feel instantaneously at home! Thanks again for everything, we will definitely come back before the Fall. The Frenchies!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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30 Jan, 2016

Great quick weekend jaunt

Six of us spent the long weekend at the house and had a great relaxing time, close but far enough from the city. It is spacious and very clean. We spent the weekend cooking, playing games and watching football. The tv room in the finished basement was a great hang out spot. The kitchen is well stocked to make anything from moose stew to French toast. The beds were comfortable to sleep on and we had plenty of seating to hang out without being on top of each other. The house is close to a Hannaford and a great local BBQ spot. We would totally come back in the summer to try out the pool and local hiking trails. This time, it was just to hang out and get away from the city, only an hour and half drive away.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

17 Jan, 2016

Peaceful

This home was an amazing place to spend New Year's Eve! The house is cozy and had been lovingly decorated, impeccably clean and well stocked. It has a great kitchen with all the needed cooking utensils. We enjoyed our stay very much.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

15 Jan, 2016

A Home Away from Home

This very cozy country nook is only an hour 1/2 from NYC and a home away from home but with a lot more space!! It has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths all beautifully decorated - understated but classic. I stayed there with my family (husband and 2 boys) and felt the stresses of living in the city just melt away. The backyard is also very spacious - my kids easily played a robust game of flag football. I hope to return to take in some skiing as I believe there are 2 lodges nearby. We stayed there during the fall/winter months so we didn't get to try out the inviting swimming pool but we plan to return in the summer to take full advantage. A wonderful getaway treat that I highly recommend. So go an treat yourself!!

About the host

Hosted by Ileana

We live in Manhattan and use this property as our get-outta-town escape on the weekends!

Why they chose this property

It is our weekend getaway from Manhattan that we would love to share with you! This is a part-time rental (MAXIMUM TWO-WEEK RENTAL, no exceptions); the family uses it very frequently.

What makes this property unique

This is a quiet wooded area, close to local amenities, still retaining that country charm. We love the 4 foot pool (NOT HEATED ) in the summer (OPEN from Memorial Day - Labor Day)!