Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat

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Built in the early twentieth century by a local farmer.

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Amenities
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Location
Host

2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 584 sq m

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Lake view

Explore the area

Hartwick, NY

Brewery Ommegang15 min drive
Cooperstown Dreams Park20 min drive
National Baseball Hall of Fame22 min drive
Sidney, NY (SXY-Sidney Municipal)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Main floor living room

1 Double Futon

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Located atop local mountains and across from a state forest, Arnold's Lake has been a haven for families for well over 100 years. Our 2 bedroom cabin sleeps 5 comfortably and is all original. One of the first on the lake. The lake is clear, the view unreal, and the peace just what most of us are looking for.

This house is much as it was in the early twentieth century. It still has a quaint simple feel from an era long gone. There is a large porch to rock on, a great dock to sit and share coffee or a swim, a grill, a firepit (lots of wood provided), and the closeness to nature (lovely outdoor shower) that will linger long on your mind and soul.

If you are looking for something out of the ordinary from a more straightforward day and time, you have found it. Bring your binoculars and enjoy the Osprey, Bald Eagles, and fabulous fishing!

Both Baseball parks are within a 15-minute drive.

Note: One owner is a licensed real estate agent
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Property manager

Steve Roese

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Lake view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The beauty of a small mountain lake is the quiet. Your voices carry. We ask that you be respectful of the history and community by managing noise.

We provide bath towels and lake towels. Please help us keep things in good shape by not using the bath towels for lake towels.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Milford

Located in Milford, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. National Baseball Hall of Fame is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cooperstown Dreams Park and Cooperstown All Star Village Fields. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Clark Sports Center or Doubleday Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hartwick, NY

What's nearby

Brewery Ommegang - 15 min drive
Bassett Hospital - 16 min drive
Cooperstown Dreams Park - 20 min drive
Doubleday Field - 22 min drive
National Baseball Hall of Fame - 22 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 20 min drive
Brewery Ommegang - 20 min drive
Tops Friendly Markets - 20 min drive
Cooperstown Brewing Company - 14 min drive
Council Rock Brewery - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 100-Year-Old Lake House on Pristine Mountain Lake -Your Perfect Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cooperstown Brewing Company, Cooperstown Dreams Park and Rail Explorers Cooperstown. Goodyear Lake and Susquehanna River are also within 9 miles (15 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

dave g.

12 Apr 2024

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

Peaceful

The cabin is very clean, with a nice porch on the lake. Coffee in the morning on the lake was quite nice. There is an outdoor shower which is private and the hot water comes on quickly. The water inside is not potable, and there are obvious signs not to drink it. The hosts provide drinking water. They also provide lots of snacks/coffee/toothbrushes and other amenities you may need. Electric outlets are somewhat sparse but manageable.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Patti P.

24 Sept 2023

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

Quick trip

Beautiful peaceful setting

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty D.

14 Jun 2023

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

Super relaxing stay

Beautiful, picturesque setting. perfect place to unwind, relax and rejuvenate. Owners were super accessible and even came and helped us with the grill and getting another boat out for us to enjoy The house is stacked with anything you may need Perfect spot to attend cooperstown baseball tournaments. We could have stayed in the rocking chairs on the porch all day and night. Thank you for the wonderful stay

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

11 Oct 2022

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

Baseball Hall of Fame Tournament Stay

While others in the Baseball Tournament mostly stayed in Cooperstown area hotels, we felt extremely blessed to enjoy this idyllic property. Rustic, yes, but very comfortable and warm inside for this time of year. Would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

27 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful Setting!

If you're in for a super relaxing vibe in a semi-rustic cabin by a lake, there couldn't be a better place! The outdoor shower was a huge plus.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Steve Roese

We are a local family of five siblings that own the lake home together. The place has been in the family for more than 30 years. As diverse as can be, we are a business owner, construction manager, a farmer, a pastor and a professor. We have 10 children between us. We are fortunate to spend many summer days together cooking, fishing, hiking, and rocking on the porch.

Why they chose this property

The lake house was originally purchased by our mother as a place where we could all come together in the summers. Her dream was to make this cabin a place where many memories were made, and that would be passed down for generations to come. We are working on both the memory-making and the passing down for generations.

What makes this property unique

Simple, connected to the land and the lake. This is what most of us dream of when we think about a Northeast lake place. We happen to be fortunate to own it and love sharing with others.

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