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"Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment

Cooperstown apartment with kitchen

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Smart TV, fireplace
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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cooperstown, NY
  • Place, Barnyard Swing Miniature Golf
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Montezuma Winery
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cooperstown Dreams Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cooperstown

In Cooperstown .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Cooperstown apartment, you'll find Cooperstown Dreams Park and Barnyard Swing Miniature Golf. Rookie's Craft House and Montezuma Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Barnyard Swing Miniature Golf - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Montezuma Winery - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Rookie's Craft House - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Cooperstown Dreams Park - 12 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • National Baseball Hall of Fame - 15 min drive - 9.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪New York Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hawkeye Bar & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive

About this property

"Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment

"Keep Life Simple" – Blue Door Basement Apartment
Cooperstown Getaway | Peaceful Country Stay

Just 6 miles to Cooperstown Dreams Park | 16 miles to Oneonta All Star Village

Whether you're in town for baseball, a countryside escape, or just passing through, our “Keep Life Simple” Blue Door apartment offers the perfect place to unwind and recharge.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Otsego County, this cozy 1-bedroom apartment is located in the basement of a single-family home, with its own private entrance through the blue door at the back of the house.

Enjoy simple pleasures: wake up to birdsong, sip your morning coffee as a distant rooster greets the day, and wind down with a front-row seat to the firefly show in the evening. It's a peaceful place to reset, yet just 15 minutes from local restaurants and attractions.

Perfect for:

Extended family members supporting their little slugger at Dreams Park or All Star Village

Friends and family celebrating a graduate from SUNY Oneonta or Hartwick College

Couples or solo travelers seeking a quiet, scenic stopover

Baseball fans visiting the Hall of Fame in nearby Cooperstown



The Space:

1 Bedroom with Queen Bed

Sofa that folds into a daybed

Foldable Cot available

The entire apartment sleeps 2 comfortably. (up to 4 max)


Distances:

6 mi to Cooperstown Dreams Park

8 mi to Cooperstown / National Baseball Hall of Fame

16 mi to Oneonta All Star Village

17 mi to SUNY Oneonta & Hartwick College

Need more space? The upstairs single-family home is also available to rent.
https://www.vrbo.com/en-ca/cottage-rental/p2977501vb

Follow your inner arrow and explore the HeART(wick) of Otsego County. We’d love to host you!

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Farming classes
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We rent the upstairs home as well, please be mindful of your noise level.
Do not flush anything except for toilet paper. Not even "flushable" products.
Please use the humidifier and fan while showering—it's a basement apartment, so this helps reduce moisture and keeps the space fresh.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Does "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How much does it cost to stay at "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment?

As of May 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment on May 28, 2026 start from $365, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is "Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment to downtown Cooperstown?

This apartment is 5.7 mi away from Cooperstown.

"Keep Life Simple" -Blue Door- Basement Apartment Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Could hear footsteps and everything from upstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect place to stay if you're in town for Cooperstown tournaments or need a break from city life. Pet friendly, very quiet and serene with a beautiful backdrop of gardens, flowers and mountains. The wifi signal was strong and definitely the icing on the cake, in case you need to work remotely. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cooperstown Getaway

Apartment had everything we could possibly need for a quick getaway while in town for a baseball tournament. Very conveniently located: 10 minutes from Dreams Park, 10 minutes into downtown Cooperstown and so pleasantly tucked away for quiet evenings. Vanessa & Colton were amazing hosts - 10/10 would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karla P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Time at Cooperstown

The location was great. The host was very kind, attended to the issue to repair the washing machine.Suggestions--Remind the upstairs renters that other guests are in the apt below--it is very noisy and it seemed like both sets of upstairs guests used the washer/dryer all of the time at all hours. The washer/dryer is right next to the bedroom/bathroom of the downstairs apt and all conversations, etc can be heard. Also there is only a sheer curtain on the bedroom window--so while it is in the county, when the upstairs guests come down to do laundry they could see in the bedroom. The place is decorated nice and the plants are a great added touch. It would be nice if another vehicle could fit in the drive--as our kids wanted to stop by to eat together one afternoon, but there is not a place for another vehicle to park. --Just some suggestions,
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert b.

Liked: Cleanliness

cooperstown

GREAT place off the beaten path
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed. Great accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Father's Day

Awesome location, peaceful as advertised and just a great way to celebrate Father's Day with my mom and Dad. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Totally Sufficient.

It won’t blow you away, but it gets the job done.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Davina A.

Noise level above

The property in its self was nice. The guest that stayed above me was very noisy. After asking for consideration nothing changed. The noice (running, jumping, dragging of furniture) took place from morning to night. I found that to be very inconsiderate and rude.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cooperstown Dreams Park Visit

Nice place in a beautiful spot. The hosts were friendly and responded to my questions quickly. We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness

As Advertised, perfect

Stayed for sons baseball tourney at Dreams Park. Place was great for my purpose. Early July, weather was very humid, a dehumidifier would have been good to have. But the place was very comfortable (has a floor fan and AC).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful setting, convenient to downtown Cooperstown

Peaceful and beautiful setting outside of Cooperstown. Convenient location to restaurants and The Baseball Hall of Fame. Owners were very friendly and responsive. The fire flies were amazing to see!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what we needed

Small, convinent and just what we needed for a place to stay for a wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dreams Park

Nice place…good location to Dreams Park!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely gorgeous surroundings

I stayed here for a few days while my son played baseball. It’s about 10 minutes from the Dream Park fields. I would definitely recommend for 1 to 3 people, possibly looking for a less expensive place to stay. The area is very serene and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Bear & Teresa S., Curwensville, PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

We won't be back...

Vanessa & Colton were VERY nice, and the place was clean. However, at the time of our booking, the description didn't say that they lived upstairs. Our first night there I got very little sleep due to all the noise coming from upstairs. Most of the evening we could hear a scraping noise ( I think they were redoing a room), and some loud talking-which didn't bother us at first. At 10:30 pm they decided to run the vacuum cleaner, from 11:00 pm-12:00 am they were stomping on the floor, and in the wee hours of the morning there were more scraping sounds. I was so exhausted the next day that I became ill, and we had to return to the apt. much sooner than planned. If it wouldn't have been for the fact that we couldn't get a refund, we would have left that day! When we first arrived, there were no towels, no "welcome packet" as shown in the pictures, no info on local businesses, attractions, etc. The shower is so tiny that I practically had my face against the wall and the shower head wasn't adjustable...and the sulfur smell was so overwhelming that we could smell it in our hair when we got home!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Lori W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

2 day stay

Was pretty clean, but the corners were not. The beds were extremely uncomfortable and load every time we moved or rolled over. The one thing most people want when staying away from home is a comfortable bed and decent sheets. Shower head was entirely too big for the size of the shower and shower floor was slippery. If some of these things were corrected, I would stay there again. Host was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place.

Nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cooperstown Dream Parks

It was perfect for what I needed for a stay in Cooperstown while my son played at Dreams Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for what we needed.

We needed a pet friendly place to stay while while our son played at Dreamspark. This was perfect for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Shirley

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to hold up for the weekend. Recommendation: If you bring a digital antenna to use the television in the bedroom to watch local channel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cooperstown week

Wonderful stay. Apartment was clean and had everything that you could need. Outdoor was equipped with fire pit, BBQ and chairs. Very nice would definitely stay again. Great communication with home owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

It was exactly what we were looking for.

This was a great rental. Close to town and the rental process was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T., Vallejo, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Hartwick and Cooperstown area flat

A small basement apartment. Comfortable and cozy for one person or a couple. A quite serene location good a a base for visits to the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend at Cooperstown.

Apartment was nice. Nice stay for a weekend of baseball.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022