Osprey at The Mill-1

Summary:

The Mill in Westport, New York is an 11,000 square foot former grain mill that was originally constructed in 1952 as the Champlain Valley Seed Cooperative. In 2021 the building was purchased with the intent of restoring it into an extraordinary new home for innovative cultural experiences. The building houses a curated art exhibition program of world class contemporary art, a speakeasy The Knock, and a cathedral-like performance space.



The Space:

A private entrance through the former loading dock houses three beautifully renovated apartments in what was once the sifting tower. Their clean, minimalist design tastefully highlights details of the building’s historic past, incorporating original exposed beams and epically tall ceilings.



Each unit is fully furnished with luxury amenities and original artworks from The Mill’s collection to allow guests to experience a unique Adirondack vacation: the comfort of a sophisticated urban dwelling in a rural destination. Each apartment is filled with natural light and designed to feel spacious and calming, embracing the views of Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains to the east.



Ospreys are a global species of fishing birds which are known for their adaptability, often creatively building their nests atop utility poles and cell towers.



This unit has an expansive lower floor with a large chef’s kitchen which is perfect for festive gatherings, and which offers a cozy adjacent living area with a day bed for an extra guest. There is a half-bathroom on the ground floor, and upstairs are two cozy bedrooms with a shared full bathroom.



Two Queen Bedrooms with black out shades

One Day bed with black out shades for an extra guest.

One bathroom with bathtub and one 1/2 bath

Air mattress available for upon request

Fully equipped chef’s kitchen

Nespresso machine

Washer/dryer

EV charging

1032 sq ft



Guest Access:

Make yourself at home! You’re welcome to use the entire apartment.



Access & Stairs



Please note that access to the apartment involves multiple flights of stairs. There is an exterior set of stairs to enter the building, followed by a flight of interior stairs to reach the main living area of the apartment. The bedrooms and full bathroom are located up an additional interior flight of stairs.



This layout is part of the historic character of The Mill and may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations or those who prefer step-free access.



The Neighborhood:

Westport, NY is a rural, coastal town located on Lake Champlain with a year round population of 1200 residents. Since the late 1800s, Westport can be reached by train (now known as Amtrak’s Adirondack Route), allowing urban tourists access to the fresh air and premium mountain spring water that Theodore Roosevelt had delivered to the White House. The proprietor of the bottling company, Thomas Lee, also designed the Westport Chair around 1904; the adapted design is now commonly known as the Adirondack Chair. Since 2009, Champlain Area Trails has worked with landowners to create over 100 miles of trails in the Champlain Valley that are accessible to all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. At the center of town Ballard Park offers landscaped picnic areas with sweeping views of the lake, public access to a monitored swimming beach during the summer months and an epic sledding hill and ice skating rink in the winter season. The Depot Theatre, an Actor’s Equity theatre located in the historic and still functioning 1876 train station, hosts plays and musicals on its main stage during the summer months. The Mill is a few minute walk from the train station, making it accessible to all travelers.



Getting Around:

Getting around from The Mill is a breeze. The Westport train station is a short walk away, offering convenient access to the Amtrak Adirondack line, making it easy to explore the region or arrive from further afield. Free on-site parking is available for guests who prefer to drive. For those flying in, Burlington International Airport (BTV) is about an hour away via a short ferry ride across Lake Champlain or a scenic drive around the Crown Point Bridge, both of which add to the charm of the journey. Albany International Airport (ALB) is approximately a two-hour drive from Westport. With easy access to rail, highways, and nearby airports, your trip gets off to a smooth and stress-free start.



Other Things to Note:

Please be sure to visit our website to review open hours and happenings during your stay. In the event that The Mill is closed during your booking, please check with our host about the possibility of a private tour of the galleries, private Knocktail workshops and private yoga classes.



Mid-Stay Refresh for Extended Stays



To maintain the quality of our apartments, reservations longer than 7 nights require a Mid-Stay Refresh every seven days. The service includes trash removal, replenishment of amenities, a light cleaning, and a general inspection of the apartment. Because each apartment is equipped with an in-suite washer and dryer, linens and towels are not exchanged during this service.



A $100 Mid-Stay Refresh fee applies for each required service.



No Pets Allowed

Air Mattresses available upon request



Communication

All booking details and check-in instructions will be sent after confirmation.

Guests may contact us directly for special requests or questions.



Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in: 4:00 PM

Standard check-out: 10:00 AM

Early check-in or late check-out may be available upon request.



Receipts & Agreements

A booking confirmation or receipt can be provided upon request.

Guests may be asked to agree to house rules before arrival.



Essex County Short-Term Rental Registration No.:OCC-000099



Interaction with Guests:

I'm available to assist you during your stay. Please feel free to contact me via the messaging system. I will respond to your messages within 45 minutes. If you have any urgent needs, please use the same messaging system. I'm happy to help with any questions or needs you may have during your stay at our apartment in Westport, New York.