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3 Br Cottage on Historic Hudson Valley Estate - Near Bard College

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Cottage
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Main room
wood burning stove and kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Germantown, NY
  • Saugerties Village Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • HITS-on-the-Hudson
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Saugerties Lighthouse
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3 Br Cottage on Historic Hudson Valley Estate - Near Bard College

This beautiful wood-paneled cottage is nestled in the woods on a private 87-acre former Livingston Family Hudson Valley estate. Tastefully furnished and designed for comfort, the one-story cottage has views of the woods, Hudson River, Catskills and historic mansion. Expansive deck has outdoor furniture and a charcoal grill.

There are three bedrooms on the first floor; two with double beds and one single along with full and half bath. Well-behaved pets are welcome and have their own little door. Cottage has essential mud room, cozy wood-burning stove, skylights, marble counters, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and AC.

There is adjacent parking and a full-time caretaker on site.

Pet fee is an additional $100/pet for up to three days, $100 for more than 4 days.

You can opt to purchase Property Damage Protection from VRBO or leave a refundable damage deposit of $400.

Property manager

Dana Perry

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 32
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small children must be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Extra fees apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets must be fully house-trained and not left for long periods of time unsupervised in cottage unless crated. Pet waste must be picked up from yard.
No more than 5 additional day guests permitted without prior approval of owners

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 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Germantown

Located in Germantown, this cottage is in a rural area. The Clermont Mansion and Clermont State Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Catskill State Park and Hudson River. Village Books and Dutchess County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Germantown, NY

What's nearby

  • Bard College - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Esopus Falls - 32 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Saugerties Village Beach - 34 min drive - 32.8 km
  • HITS-on-the-Hudson - 37 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Saugerties Lighthouse - 37 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 21 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Annarella Ristorante - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Buns Burgers - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Village Diner - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Tomo Sushi - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Mickeys Igloo 3 - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 3 Br Cottage on Historic Hudson Valley Estate - Near Bard College have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 3 Br Cottage on Historic Hudson Valley Estate - Near Bard College pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 3 Br Cottage on Historic Hudson Valley Estate - Near Bard College ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Br Cottage on Historic Hudson Valley Estate - Near Bard College ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Br Cottage on Historic Hudson Valley Estate - Near Bard College located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Hudson River and within 3 mi (5 km) of The Clermont Mansion and Clermont State Historic Site. Tivoli Free Library and Village Books are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaya G.

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

Fall Foliage

We visited the area to view the fall foliage. The cottage located on a large estate was very quaint ,cozy and well equipped. The estate is well maintained and the views are truly spectacular. The proximity to historical sites and other points of interest was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate E.

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

Hudson River views

The estate is stunning and quiet enough to hear the crickets all summer long. We had a wonderful time using the pool and checking in on the goats at various times during our stay. The cottage is thoughtful laid out and functional. We had a great stay. Thanks so much.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Outrageously good location on the Hudson

We spent a few days swimming in the pool and taking in the views from different aspects of southwood. The property is stunning! The buildings and grounds convey a feeling of timelessness. It is a truly special place and we thank the hosts for sharing it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Charming and lovely

We had a wonderful stay. The cabin is charming and adorable, the hosts were lovely and welcoming, and the property is beautiful.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

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

Lovely comfortable cabin on Beautiful Property!

We had such a wonderful time at Southwoods. The property was incredibly beautiful, the view, grounds, animals, and especially the pool were just perfect for us to have a relaxing week. The host and groundskeeper Alex were VERY attentive, and any issue we had they would respond right away. (There happened to be a LOT of rain several nights we were there and they proactively came and brought a generator just in case the power went out!) Alex even came to help the kids feed the goats and was always making sure the pool was clean. We had a wonderful time and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy V., Ithaca, NY

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

Quiet Cottage

Top quality - magical location, quiet, easy access to surrounding communities, comfortable accomodations, beautiful view of the Hudson River.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elana K.

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

lovely, peaceful, special stay

The cottage is cozy and well appointed. The property itself is stunning. The views are truly magnificent. We've stayed upstate many times and this was the best view by far. Dana was a responsive and helpful host. In my dream world we can come back and stay in the main house one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Peggy P.

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

Amazing location, gorgeous view of Hudson River + Caskills, pool is dreamy!

Good experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy V., Ithaca, NY

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

Perfect getaway

My daughter and I were truly enchanted by this property! Sipping wine in the gazebo watching the sunset over the Hudson is not to be missed, nor is a visit or two to the goats!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Charming, private and peaceful

Charming, private and peaceful. Out of town location but still close enough to conveniences. Lovely view of the Hudson.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Susan H.

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

Beautiful location

We enjoyed staying at this cottage. For us, the best part was the beautiful and interesting historical location which we had to ourselves. The river views, including the resident bald eagle (!), were great. The pool is very beautiful, with river views and a Buddha statue, but we found the pool surface to be unusually rough (it cut our feet) although perhaps this was being repaired. We arrived during a rain storm and the house was damp, but fine. Overall, this is an interesting place to stay, with many nice nearby towns and sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven W., Jericho, NY 11753

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

A Little Piece of Heaven

The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. The pool, overlooking the river and mountains, was terrific. We spent many hours there. The cottage was perfect for our multi-generational family with a full kitchen and a charcoal BBQ. Everything was clean and orderly upon our arrival. The hosts made sure we weren’t lacking for anything. We highly recommend this venue and wouldn’t hesitate to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Barbara H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Location

The cottage is located in a huge estate right on the Hudson. The property is magnificent. The pool overlooking the river is sensational. Unhappily for us, and everyone in the North East this 4th, the weather was terrible. Could have happily spent hours a day swimming and reading by the pool. Dana Perry, the owner, is wonderful. The cottage is very pretty, and the architecture interesting. And there is so much new and interesting going on in the towns around the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann F., Dallas, TX

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

Wonderful family birthday

Lovely place to escape the city! We had fire first night when it was chilly and enjoyed cooking in both nights. Thank you for having grill available! Beautiful spot and so many interesting places close by.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G., Ashland, MA, USA

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

Hudson Valley Getaway

We had a great time here. The cottage was both up-to-date and a little rustic. Lots of light through skylights and windows. So nice to have morning coffee looking out over the Hudson to the Catskills, past the main house, listening to the birds. The goats were adorable, the drive, lawns and paths gave ample opportunity for walking. Close to Tivoli, Rhinebeck, Red Hook. Owners and caretaker live on-site, so easy to contact if needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary R., Beechhurst, NY

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

Amazing & Beautiful Weekend Getaway from the city!

This cute cottage is a perfect getaway from the city. Only a 2 hour drive from Queens. You’d never know this even exist because it’s on a private estate on the Hudson! The views of the Hudson from the gazebo and pool are unreal. Don’t miss both sunrise and sunsets. Our two well behaved dogs loved the property, they ran around everywhere and even stumbled upon a few friendly dogs on the property. There were renters in the mansion, so we could only use the pool during the day until 2 and then anytime after 6 in the evening. We did run into a renter during the day and the owners son during the evening, but it was no big deal. We cannot wait to come back soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

A Peaceful Week

Beautiful pool, grounds and view of the river. The cottage is a bit on the rustic side, but it more than met all of our needs. Easy driving to all the charming little towns in the area helped make for a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marina K., New York City

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

Relaxing Weekend in Nature

We really enjoyed our stay at Dana's property. The grounds are beautiful and well maintained and the view of the Hudson is magical. We had fun meeting the baby goats (the mom's and dad's, too), as well as the horses and Dana's two super friendly dogs. The swimming pool was an added bonus. Dana and her family were very welcoming. Would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth B.

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

Great stay!

Great location. Beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

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

Quiet Weekend Away

My sister, cousin and I had a comfortable and quiet weekend at Southwood Cottage. The estate grounds were beautiful and located along the river. We enjoyed both the privacy and close proximity to Germantown and Tivoli. I will be recommending this property to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan R., Asheville, USA

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

Spectacular setting; wish I didn't have to leave

I can’t begin to describe how beautiful the grounds are. Watching the sun set over the Hudson from the gazebo was a highlight, but also memorable were relaxing on the cottage porch, cooking with our family in the well-equipped kitchen, and visiting the animal pens. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Paradise

This cottage is set in an idyllic, historic, absolutely stunning property. The accommodations are quaint but comfortable, and all the requisite amenities (outdoor furniture, grill, etc) are within arms reach. If the walk to the pool doesn't put you in a state of piece, the view from the pool of the hudson will. What a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth C.

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

Quiet Getaway with a View

We enjoyed our time at Southwood Cottage. The views are quite lovely. Spending time at the pool/pool house was such a treat. The cottage is fully equipped and very comfortable. Dana was very responsive. We would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

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

Fabulous cottage for Bard parents and families

This is a lovely cottage on a truly unique estate that sits directly on and above the east bank of the Hudson River, the preferred side for beautiful sunsets. The owners, who live in the main house across the way, are very warm and and extremely interesting, Dana was kind enough to give us a tour of the house which has a long rich history. It's a very short drive to Tivoli and another mile to Bard College. We attended graduation at Bard this year and it all worked out perfectly. We have stayed in many places in the environs of Bard- I wouldn't look any further than this beautiful cottage and estate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Great stay!

Terrific quiet location, beautiful views, responsive host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

About the host

Hosted by Dana Perry

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We are the second generation to inhabit this magical 87-acre historic riverfront property, purchased in 1969 from descendants of the Livingston family of Clermont. Original Livingston Estate is now Clermont State Park, just 1/2 mile away. We maintain several long and short-term rental houses and host events in the mansion area in addition to raising livestock, operating a wood mill and maintaining several flower and vegetable gardens.

Why they chose this property

Southwood is a convenient two-hour drive from New York City. The surrounding area, which includes Tivoli, Germantown, Rhinebeck, Hudson, Red Hook, Clermont State Park, Bard College & the Omega Institute and Kingston and The Catskills Mountains across the Hudson River, provides a variety of activities that appeal to a wide range of interests for travelers. A sublime relationship to nature, in addition to the historic elements of the estate, is the main attraction. Deer, turkeys, eagles, egrets, heron, hawks, foxes, a wide variety of songbirds and assorted critters share the wooded grounds.

What makes this property unique

Southwood Cottage is tucked in the woods and has spectacular views of the Hudson River and Catskills and the historic 1848 main house. The cottage is newly renovated. Cozy wood-burning stove provides additional heat in the living area in colder months. Skylights provide natural light and treetop views.

Languages:

English
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