A Peaceful Bucolic Retreat by the Water at the Gateway of Hudson Valley

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 20.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Holmes, NY

Lake Dutchess
‪9 min drive‬
Whaley Lake
‪9 min drive‬
Thunder Ridge Ski Resort
‪11 min drive‬
Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Let yourself unwind in our secluded, peaceful 22-acre Zen paradise. Stay in a newly remodeled guest house with all new modern amenities and views of your private 2-acre pond and lush landscape from every room.

Sip your coffee by the pond, stroll the surrounding hiking paths, say hello to the blue heron, turkeys or deer that may cross your way, relax and breath in the fresh air.

Even though it may seem far from civilization, it is surprisingly only 60 miles north of NYC, in Hudson Valley.

Property manager

John Cheng

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holmes

Located in Holmes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Richter Arts Center and Stonecrop Gardens are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Stormville Airport Antique Show & Flea Market and Elephant's Trunk Flea Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Holmes, NY

What's nearby

Lake Dutchess - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
Whaley Lake - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
Thunder Ridge Ski Resort - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
Stormville Airport Antique Show & Flea Market - 16 min drive - 14.6 km
Candlewood Lake - 31 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

Brewster Train Station - 15 min drive
Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
‪Gappy's - ‬4 min drive
‪Putnam Diner & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
‪La Famiglia Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪Deli Land - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Peaceful Bucolic Retreat by the Water at the Gateway of Hudson Valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Peaceful Bucolic Retreat by the Water at the Gateway of Hudson Valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Peaceful Bucolic Retreat by the Water at the Gateway of Hudson Valley?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A Peaceful Bucolic Retreat by the Water at the Gateway of Hudson Valley located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Wonder Lake State Park and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Lake Dutchess. Whaley Lake and Thunder Ridge Ski Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Scott K., Palo Alto

23 Sept 2020

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

A Perfect Stay

Our ten-day stay was everything we hoped for -- and more. Our small house was tastefully appointed and in perfect condition. We were surrounded by woods and enjoyed a charming view of a pond out the main windows. Interesting and peaceful walks along quiet roads were easily accessible. The owners of the property, who lived next door, were always available and responded quickly to any questions we had. We cannot recommend this property highly enough.

Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

2 Nov 2022

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

Peaceful relaxing home

I loved staying at John’s place. It is exactly as advertised and better! I felt safe and relaxed there. There’s plenty of wildlife outside the window and very close to major roads for an easy commute. I will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

21 Oct 2020

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

October Visit

We stayed at John's guest house in early October, just as the leaves were changing. It was gorgeous. John provided five-star service akin to what you'd expect at a nice hotel. The space was clean and well-appointed, and the kitchen had everything we needed for plenty of cooking. There are lots of nice hikes/walks nearby--as well as several good restaurants within 30 minutes--that we enjoyed, all of which were suggested by John, who was happy to answer any questions we had. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

ben c.

11 Aug 2020

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

A Great Escape

A beautifully located modern house, overlooking a large pond from both rooms. The owners are really friendly, and were very helpful whenever I had questions.

Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaux M.

1 July 2020

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

Lovely lakeside retreat for couple

My partner and I loved staying in this guesthouse - it's perfect for two people and you feel immersed in the surrounding nature thanks to plenty of windows everywhere, all with impeccable screens. The cabin has all modern amenities, and the best compact-sized oven I've seen in a while. John is also a very good host, always communicative and helpful, and insisted we enjoyed the herb garden and fresh peonies that were in season. For stuff to do, I recommend pick-your-own at Fishkill farms (who also sell plenty of farm produce and excellent pies), hike the Appalachian trail, shop a one of the many farmer's markets, and also if you need a good organic grocery store, there is a Whole Foods barely 20mn away in Danbury.

10/10 Excellent

Z A.

8 Aug 2019

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

Great secluded spot

We were looking for a quiet spot with a calming view, and this secluded guest house with a large pond surrounded by trees and frequented by wildlife more than fit the bill. And it didn’t hurt that John’s a great host who built an amazing, warm guest house.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by John Cheng

Languages:

English

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master

1 bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

About this property