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Doodletown Cabin: Pond—Outdoor Dining—Games Barn!

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Living area
Property grounds
Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ancram, NY
  • Lake Taghkanic State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Lake Taghkanic
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bard College
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Doodletown Cabin: Pond—Outdoor Dining—Games Barn!

New for Summer '23: New marked hiking trails, large outdoor dining table, outside fire pit with seating, Keurig coffee maker, blackout shades and new interior paint

Lakefront vacation home with fireplace and all the amenities

An entertainer’s delight, this luxury log cabin estate offers gracious accommodations and impeccable comfort yet bears an intimate atmosphere and plenty of space for family and guests. Hike on newly marked trails, enjoy the outside fire pit with seating, eat with your family and friends at the large outdoor or indoor dining tables, or head to the entertainment barn which features a pool table, darts and a seating area. The kitchen is equipped with professional Viking appliances: stove, refrigerator and double oven where chefs and bakers alike will feel right at home. Built and designed to feel like a modern rustic log cabin, this lovely air-conditioned country house is year-round getaway that boasts panoramic views of the Catskills and Berkshire Mountains, with all the comforts of a luxury retreat. Exposed oak, beautiful slate floors, a breathtaking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and cathedral ceilings throughout give this home its immense charm. Picture windows in the living/dining room allow for fabulous views to and across the pond. The home also offers a private terrace with a large table for outside dining. Included are top of the line bedding and linens, furniture, lighting and kitchenware plus blackout shades.

Please note there is a 3-night minimum stay and we ask that renters be at least 25 years old.

Looking to venture out for even more to do? Ancram is surrounded by a plethora of area attractions:
10 minutes to Lake Taghkanic State Park
20 minutes to Hudson
25 minutes to Catamount Ski Resort
30 minutes to The Berkshires
2 hours to New York City

Accommodations:
Kitchen
• Viking appliances
• eat-in kitchen
• Six-burner stove
• Two ovens

Living Room
• Floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace
• Wi-Fi
• Entertainment center; Internet TV
• Music center
• Handcrafted oak dining table
• Leather couches
• Spectacular rustic lighting

Private Deck
• Stone patio directly outside living room
• Scenic view of property and pond
• Table seating for 8

Master Bedroom
• King bed
• Walk-in closet
• Private bathroom with steam shower
• Picture windows
• Direct view of the pond
• Stone floor
• Temperature controlled
• Located on main level

Bedroom #2
• Queen bed
• Walk-in closet
• Large picture windows
• Stone floors
• Antique dresser
• Located on main level

Bedroom #3
• Full bed
• Walk-in closet
• Private bathroom
• Large picture windows
• Stone floors
• Dresser
• Located on second floor

Bedroom #4
• 3 Twin beds
• Walk-in closet
• Large picture windows
• Stone floors
• Dresser
• Located on second floor

Laundry Room [washer and dryer]
• Enclosed, adjacent to kitchen

Amenities:
Gazebo
• Screened in gazebo
• Grill
• Card table
• Interior and exterior lighting
• Picnic table & chairs

Fishing Pond
• Paddle boat
• Gazebo with bench swing



Keywords: Skiing, House, Farm, Pond, Trails, Charming, Village, Golf, Fishing, Boating, Bird Watching, Rural, Retreat, farm stands, shopping, hiking, family, celebrations, farm to table dining, private, pets, fire pit, nature, luxury, fall foliage, snowshoeing, canoeing, kayaking, Berkshires, Hudson Valley, wineries, breweries

Property manager

Red Cottage
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Charge may apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Ancram

Ancram is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Taghkanic State Park and New Forge State Forest, while Ancram Opera House and The Stissing Center are cultural highlights.
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Ancram, NY

What's nearby

  • Lake Taghkanic State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Taghkanic - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Taconic State Park - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Bash Bish Falls State Park - 24 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Bard College - 37 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 21 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪West Taghkanic Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Copake Diner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Greens at Copake Country Club - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Jo Jo's Pizza & Soft Ice Cream - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Pond Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Doodletown Cabin: Pond—Outdoor Dining—Games Barn! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Doodletown Cabin: Pond—Outdoor Dining—Games Barn!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Doodletown Cabin: Pond—Outdoor Dining—Games Barn!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Doodletown Cabin: Pond—Outdoor Dining—Games Barn! located?

Situated in Ancram, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Taghkanic State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of New Forge State Forest and Lake Taghkanic. East Beach is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

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

Gorgeous views and home

Celebrating a family birthday for a long weekend this was the perfect place. We used the wood burning fireplace nonstop. We cooked in the gourmet kitchen on the Viking stove, played pool and darts in the barn and hiked around. Property manager responded to questions immediately. We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy K.

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

Cousins Christmas

This was the perfect place for cousins from Long Island and Massachusetts to spend winter break. 4 adults and 5 kids ranging from 8-17 all had a great time. The living room was spacious enough for all of us to hang out. Any questions we had were answered via text message quickly. We enjoyed the games in the barn and the hiking trails. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Winter haven

Great home and property. Best experience we’ve had. Don’t miss the general store in Copake!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garen B.

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

Special Place in Hudson Valley

This is a very nice property that comes "as advertised". It's quiet, set away from a small country road and has a beautiful view looking out from the A-frame windowed front of the main room. The owners and property manager as well as the property point person who responded right away to several small "fixes" were all a pleasure to deal with. My wife and I spent roughly 50% of our 3 week rental period on our own and the rest was balanced with two separate visits by children/grandchildren. The property accommodated all of our needs.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Anniversary weekend

My husband, 4year old son and myself had such amazing and blessed weekend. This place was stunning and truly amazing. The hospitality and upkeep was A plus. Lee and Lisa were just outstanding, amazing and so wonderful. We as a family have been all over at different locations, but this place is definitely the best. We will definitely return again and highly recommend this place. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerry G.

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

Perfect weekend house

The house is even better in person! Absolutely beautiful! We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Family Weekend Getaway

Lisa and Lee are wonderful and responsive hosts! Home is clean and beautiful, grounds are amazing, hiking trail loop by front door Lee described was enjoyed by all. Fun place to stay, everyone had a fantastic time. Rhinebeck downtown shops and restaurants are not far. Lee & Lisa, thank you for sharing your home. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg S.

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

Wonderful home!

We stayed for 2 1/2 weeks in August with our multi-generational family -- a fabulous vacation. The house is well appointed. Fully air conditioned, comfortable beds and linens and a dream kitchen fit for a chef. The house feels very remote but is only 15 min away from a good supermarket and many farmer's markets. The hosts are FANTASTIC. Any questions we had were answered immediately and any minor issues were resolved within hours. I would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

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

Outdoorsy family getaway

Beautiful house, gorgeous setting. Lisa was very responsive, helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick A.

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

Great Family Get Together

We’ve been doing these family vacations for 12 years and this was the prettiest property. The owners were great to work with. The kids loved the fishing pond and had lots of outdoor space to explore. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murray P.

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

Great family vacation property

A fun place to stay for the entire family. The property is just as listed. The hosts are terrific and extremely responsive. 5 Stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla A.

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

Family Togetherness

Great! The location allowed short trips to activities. The grounds are gorgeous with a hike right out the front door. Used the pond for catch and release fishing as well as rowing. Played pool and darts. Spent a lot of time eating and playing games and the kitchen and great room were perfect for both. Comfortable for our group of 10 and 1 dog. The owners were very helpful, responsive and attentive. We plan on returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T., Shelton, CT, USA

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

Amazing property

We had a wonderful 3 night stay at this property. It is absolutely gorgeous -- my only complaint is that it was so amazing I didn't want to leave. My husband and sons had a great time fishing in the pond. There is lots to do in the area -- we enjoyed time at the state park nearby. Lisa, the property manager is a pleasure to deal with -- super responsive and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bethany M.

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

Clean and spacious cabin

The freshly painted cabin was clean and spacious. There were just the right amount of amenities without being cluttered. We had everything we needed to cook dinner in the kitchen, hang out on the patio, roast marshmallows over the fire and play some games in the entertainment barn. The bedding was comfortable and there were plenty of towels and supplies. We definitely recommend this location to a group such as ours (9 people).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric A., Hoboken, NJ USA

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

Beautiful home and property!

This guest house on a ~90 acre property was wonderful for a family getaway. Comfortable beds, a serene pond with rowboat and ample room for the kids to roam. We’d go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

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

Wonderful stay!

Our stay in Ancram was wonderful! The house and land it sits on are beautiful, super comfortable beds, great layout of the house, extremely responsive hosts… We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tommy T.

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

Great stay and property!

Great location on a beautiful property. We were skiing at Catamout which was an easy 20 minute drive. Our kids enjoyed exploring the property and the house was well equipped and had all we needed. Lisa was terrific and we certainly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M., Milan, NY

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

Beautiful location - suggest a few upgrades

The bedroom windows have no curtains or blinds. I suspect most people are like me and need the room to be dark to sleep. Also recommend a Keurig machine.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N., Middletown

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

Family Thanksgiving Gathering

We had a great time. The property was beautiful and the owners were amazing. Communication was great and they were very accommodating. Can't wait to go back... 😍😍 Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Winston L.

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

Our pre-Thanksgiving getaway!

We were extremely impressed with the maintenance of this property. From the moment we entered the driveway and viewed the vast landscape, up to when we opened the doors and entered the rental. Instructions were extremely simple, the staff is attentive and responded to all concerns immediately. The owners must be congratulated for having such a wonderful property for other families to enjoy. This is property builds memories, we drove away planning our return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla W.

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

Wonderful break

The property is lovely and pics really don’t do it justice. The property manager Efraim and the owners were very responsive, we look forward to returning to see what exciting upgrades they have coming!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

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

Country Getaway

This property is a great value compared to Cape Cod or Rhode Island! Plenty of space to spread out inside and out. Family dinners so easy to shop for, prepare and enjoy at the large dining room table. Spectacular views from the house's many windows. So many options for activities depending on what each person likes to do! Our group's activities included hiking, mini golf, waterfalls, swimming at the local state park, window shopping and lunch on Warren Street in Hudson, wine tasting in Rhinebeck at the Milea Estate vineyard and a visit to the the Martin Van Buren homestead in Kinderhook. We'd love visit this property again :)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Honorata Z.

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

Fun Getaway House

A perfect house for a large group of friends to hang out . Kitchen is fantastic (top of the line stove/fridge) and a great fireplace set up. Property is great to walk around too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

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

Beautiful spot for a multi-generational group

The property has acres of beautiful land with some hiking/walking trails. The house has four spacious bedrooms which accommodated our group which included grandparents, parents, and young children. The kitchen has nice counter space and appliances but could use more or updated cooking and serving utensils. There were plenty of towels but could use some new ones. We were there in the snowless winter but still enjoyed the outdoors. Some of the group skied at Catamount which is nearby. I wouldn’t recommend the house for children under two because of the open staircase. It was fine for our almost-three-year-old.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

We had a wonderful time at this country chalet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

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