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Hook, Wine and Sinker!
Cozy Lakefront Cottage, situated between Albany, the Berkshires, & Columbia County! Explore quaint towns, nearby ski resorts & local eateries. Enjoy skating on the lake, ice fishing, or cross country skiing the Empire State, Albany Rail Trail. Create memories around our cozy firepit. Snuggle with comfy blankets, fuzzy slippers & witness magnificent sunsets from the comfort of our sunroom. You might catch a glimpse of our resident Swan or the Bald Eagles, making your stay truly unforgettable!

Cozy Canal-Side Apartment
Charming 2-bedroom upstairs unit of a duplex apartment. Ideal for RPI Visits-just a short 15-minute drive away. WI-FI: download 500mbps/ upload 20mbps Escape to our spacious getaway by the water in Waterford, New York, and indulge in the perfect combination of natural beauty, historical significance, modern comforts, and convenient access to local amenities. Located one block from the canal and Hudson River, this apartment offers a delightful blend of comfort, convenience, and local charm.

The Writer's Cottage
The Writer's Cottage is a tiny white house on a country road; vintage, complete, and inspiring. Built in the nineteenth century, it's perfect for a solo traveler or a pair of travelers exploring the Berkshires and the Hudson Valley. If you like rustic buildings, you'll be a fan of the cottage; it's an incredibly cozy time warp. Queen bed and living quarters downstairs; airy loft up a narrow set of enclosed stairs. There's an orchard and lawn with grill, hammock and ironwork table.

Lakefront escape w/ Breathtaking Bald Eagle Views
Wake up to bald eagles soaring past floor-to-ceiling windows in the lakefront great room. Relax by the fireplace or unwind in the cozy TV room. A spacious kitchen makes cooking easy. Upstairs: 4 bedrooms (2 king, 2 queen, all w/ desks) + 4 full baths (3 w/ showers, 1 w/ tub). Enjoy fast Wi-Fi, seasonal lake access, dock, and deck. Swim or kayak at your own risk (no guest boats at dock per insurance). Your lakeside getaway awaits! Airbnb has a strict NO Events policy which we follow.

Tiny Escape • Swimmable Pond • WiFi • Pets OK
Where City Stress Fades and Country Calm Begins Welcome to our charming lakefront tiny cottage—just 2 hours from NYC and Boston, yet worlds away in peace and simplicity. Nestled on a private peninsula with a sandy shoreline, this pet-friendly retreat offers everything you need for a cozy weekend or extended stay. Please note: Screens previously shown on the patio have been removed to maintain a pet-friendly environment. The space remains perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks.

Glass Lake Cottage
Escape to our cozy Glass Lake cottage in Averill Park—your all-season retreat. Spend the day on the water or relax in the outdoor space with stunning lake views. Just 25 minutes from the Albany Amtrak station and 50 minutes from Saratoga, explore nearby Berkshires leaf-peeping, Jiminy Peak skiing, drive-in movies, and charming towns like Chatham and Hudson. Our family has long loved this lake, and we’re excited to share it with you—whether for a weekend getaway or a longer stay.

Lake House in Averill Park, NY (age 30+ excl kids)
Our lake house is on Glass Lake in Averill Park, NY. In case you want to venture off, it is close to Saratoga (race season!), the Berkshires MA, Albany NY, and Vermont. Incredibly private with spacious property. Our lake house is great for families with kids and couples, and handicap accessible. It is great for any season (leaves, skiing, fishing, swimming). Kayaks, row boat.....and the lake!! Age requirement of at least 30 years old for guests (except kids).

Charming Riverfront 4BR Flat
This four bedroom apartment is in an historic Hudson riverfront colonial mansion built by oilcloth baron and philanthropist Deborah Ball Powers in the early 19th century. The apartment has a full kitchen and dining are downstairs and upstairs four bedrooms. It sits on 2 acres of Hudson river waterfront - comes with shared use of canoes, croquet or badminton and other games for the lawn. NO PARTIES: please see the listing for the whole house to host parties.

Calf's Lakeside Cottage
Comfy Cottage retreat is located on 2nd Burden Lake. Offering a charming two bedroom home set back from the road & nestled on a treed lot. Come rain or shine. The cottage has an enclosed porch and inviting patio with view of the 2nd Burden lake. (Note: cottage has lakeview only)Located just around the corner from Kay's pizza and water activities! Conveniently located to wedding events & dining at Old Daley Inn on Crooked Lake, June Farm, Troy, & more.

Cozy Lakefront 2BR Retreat w/ King bed & Fireplace
Slow down at our peaceful waterfront getaway. Wake up to lake views, sip coffee on the deck and launch the free kayaks right from the yard. * 2 comfy bedrooms, luxe linens & blackout shades * Indoor fireplace, air-conditioning & fast Wi-Fi * Fully equipped kitchen, BBQ grill & outdoor dining * Board games, streaming TV & private boat slip * Minutes to hiking, ski resorts( Jiminy Peak, Bousquet Mountain),wineries and quaint towns—book your retreat today!

Waterfront Cabin • Cedar Hot Tub & Sauna
Welcome to our COZY RIVERFRONT CABIN! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath escape sits right on the water and sleeps up to 8. LOADED with amenities! enjoy a cedar wood sauna, custom wood-burning hot tub, private movie theater, a crackling fire pit, riverside hammock, and a fishing dock overlooking the river. Discover the unique specialties that every season has to offer with family and friends to unwind, reconnect, and soak in peaceful, unforgettable moments.

Winter Cabin Hideaway - Views + Fire Pit + Hot Tub
Escape to your cozy mountain retreat—perfect for winter getaways! Just 15 mins to Jiminy Peak and close to Tanglewood, MASS MoCA & The Clark. Enjoy skiing and nights under the stars in the wood-fired hot tub. Warm up by the Breeo fire pit or inside with radiant floors, cook festive meals, and unwind in total privacy. With EV charging and a peaceful workspace, it’s the perfect spot to celebrate the Holidays and enjoy the winter season.
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Crooked Lake Escape Near Skiing, Farms & Festivals

Nana's Place on The Lake

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Waterfront Paradise, Near Saratoga, Pet friendly

Berkshire Mountain home views, pool, Queechy Lake

Lake House Onota Lake

Lakefront cottage on burden lake in Averill park
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Airy apartment at the old boarding house

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House on the Lake

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Charming Lakeview Cottage in the Berkshires

Cozy Cottage in the Clouds With Mountain Views
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- Hunter Mountain
- Stratton Mountain
- Saratoga Race Course
- Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
- Stratton Mountain Resort
- Berkshire East Mountain Resort
- Windham Mountain
- John Boyd Thacher State Park
- Howe Caverns
- Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Water park
- Bash Bish Falls State Park
- Mount Greylock Ski Club
- Catamount Mountain Ski Resort
- Zoom Flume
- West Mountain Ski Resort
- Saratoga Spa State Park
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- Norman Rockwell Museum
- Mount Snow Ski Resort
- Bousquet Mountain Ski Area
- Hunter Mountain Resort
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