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Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6

Ancram vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ancram, NY
  • Place, Ancram Town Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ancram Opera House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Copake Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ancram

In Ancram .At this Ancram vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Ancram Town Hall and 6 miles (10 km) of Ancram Opera House. Copake Town Hall and Robinson Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ancram Town Hall - 4 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Ancram Opera House - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Copake Lake - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Copake Town Hall - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Copake Town Park - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hudson Station - 28 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dad's Copake Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Copake Country Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Greens at Copake Country Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hillrock Estate Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taconic Wayside Inn - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6

Tucked away on a quiet private road, this 4-season home offers a sunlit living space with double height ceilings. In addition there are three lovely bedrooms and two bathrooms. This home sleeps a maximum of 6 people – no more than 5 adults. Recently renovated and restored for maximum comfort with central air conditioning and heat. Wonderful corner kitchen with granite counters and additional breakfast counter. The kitchen opens to a large deck in the woods with barbecue grill in the summer. A separate dining room is off the kitchen. There is also a washer and dryer for your convenience. Additional large front deck is perfect for relaxing on a warm summer day. The deck is accessed from the living room or front yard.
A short walk across the street leads to the lake, where kayaking, boating, swimming and fishing are all activity options.
This is a lovely home for a peaceful and serene get-together with friends or family.
In Winter, Skiing is just 15 minutes at Catamount Ski Resort.
In Spring, relaxation and antiquing is available in nearby Hudson, NY (30 mins) and Great Barrington, MA (30 mins).
In Summer, kayaking, rowing or swimming and fishing (with license) on the lake across the street
In Fall, view gorgeous Fall foliage and pick apples at nearby orchards.
*Please note that this home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Loud noise that disturbs neighbors will not be permitted.


- Located within 7 minutes of Copake Lake with rental motor boats and water skiing.
- In the summer, Catamount Ski Resort a fun challenging ropes and Zip line course..
- Great farm to table restaurants within a 7-20 minute drive.
- Excellent hiking and farm stands and 'pick your own' farms within a short distance.
- Located in a quaint rural area at the foothills of the Berkshires.
- Excellent golfing at the Copake Country Club less than 10 minutes away by car.
- Great lake swimming (no beach area or wading in) with an entry off the dock. Fishing with license which is easily obtained.

30 minutes from Great Barrington, MA, and Hudson, NY. 20 minutes from the charming town of Millerton, NY. 40-45 minutes to Lenox, MA, Tanglewood or Rhinebeck, NY with the famed Dutchess County Fairgrounds and the Old Rhinebeck Aerodome.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • 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

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Modern Country Cottage Close to Ski/snowboard. Retreat Relax
Modern Country Cottage close to ski/snowboard. Retreat Relax.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.9 mi (30-min drive) away from the Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.7 mi (9-min drive) from Lake Taghkanic State Park and 8.4 mi (13-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 to downtown Ancram?

This vacation home is 2.8 mi away from Ancram.

Tucked Away in the Hudson Valley - Lake Access & Wooded Retreat - Sleeps 6 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanett Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very cozy. Property manager was super responsive to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean, everything was just as expected. Close to town, close to the slopes. Not luxe, but everything was just as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed her several times. Charming. Clean. Comfortable. Nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Great location and all the amenities

We had a wonderful stay. The house is warm and welcoming, lots of space and water access for summer fun. Highly recommend. Excellent communication from the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TRUMAN B.

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

Best Vrbo Rental Ever!

It rained our entire stay, we needed quite time and we got it. A very short stroll to the on the lake.
Sitting on the dock, reading just before the downpour.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous cottage. The host is very communicative and it was the cleanest rental I have ever stayed out. It’s a perfect 3 bedroom with excellent amenities and a private back yard and deck. It’s the perfect place to rest and relax with many adventures nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J F.

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

Cozy Christmas stay

We’ve stayed her a few times. Always clean. Nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

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

A very pleasant weekend!

My family and I had a lovely time staying at this cottage in Ancram. The setting was pretty and the towns nearby were charming. It was what we needed for a quiet weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia W.

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

Terrific!

Lovely base for our visit to the Sheep & Wool Festival at Rhinebeck!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

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

Memorial Day Get away

Overall very comfortable stay and convenient location. House was clean and not overly cluttered. Jen the property manager was very responsive and helpful. Pond fishing was decent and location was quiet. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Awesome

The house was clean and spacious. The lake was beautiful. The host was gracious.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Comfortable home with great amenities

We had a wonderful time at this home. The house abuts a working barn and we watched the horses and goats while having morning coffee. Also the lake right across the road is beautiful and we enjoyed kayaking there. Perfect for a family of 4!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marge B.

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

Perfect Location

I rented the house for my married son and his wife and my daughter and her husband
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Summer in the Berkshires - What a delight!

We just completed our second stay in this property and it was exactly as described. The cottage is roomy, clean, comfortable, located on a lake (we swam several times), and near other Berkshire towns and Upstate NY towns. We went to farmer's markets, biked, and hiked. I highly recommend it for couples and families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Did the trick

We had to stay in the area for a family wedding and this did the trick. Comfortable enough. Beautiful lake on property which made it extra special. Our little girls enjoying rolling down the big hill by the water :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lada B.

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

Cozy house in the woods

Very cozy and clean house in the beautiful environment. Short drive to both Hudson and Great Barrington. The only negative was no heating during the night and the extra soft mattress, which was bas for my back. I imagine staying here in spring and summer is really enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

Great winter break vacation in Berkshires!

This property more than met our expectations. It was clean, spacious, and comfortable. We were able to access two different areas for skiing and snowboarding while also enjoying downtime in the cottage. Great Barrington was a 30-minute drive and fun for shopping. I would recommend this property and would stay again any time of year. Thank you, Jenifer, for creating such a welcoming and comfortable cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tar B.

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

Sitting on the dock... and nothing but clear skies.

This property was exactly what we were looking for, offering both peace and privacy. We were greeted by the sounds of goats and birds chirping, creating a tranquil atmosphere. A few feet away, across a dirt road, we enjoyed a leisurely walk through the grassy hillside to the dock by the lake. The tennis courts were just a convenient quarter-mile ride down the road, where we also discovered a well-equipped gym with all the exercise equipment one could ever need. It all combined to make this a fantastic weekend getaway destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The Good: the host was responsive and brought coffee filters and answered questions promptly via text. The home was warm during a chilly November weekend.The Not-so-Good: the listing was not totally accurate - the deck furniture had presumably been stored for the season and we unfortunately were looking forward to using it. Also the rowboat started taking on water shortly after we paddled from shore, leaving us to frantically row back a heavy, water-logged boat on what would have been a very serene outing. Also, the online listing and in-home guide varied with instructions such as check-out time and amenities (see boat comment above).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

laurie b.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointing

For a home charging over $300 per night, I expected much better bathrooms and a sink faucet that more than a dribble comes out. The cheap plastic shower with no grab bar and just placed in the corner of the main bathroom was less than ideal to use. Refrigerator needs to be replaced. Rusty and ancient. Some towels had large holes in them. Not a four star property by any means!! Also needs bushes cut along the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Trudy C.

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

Peaceful October Getaway

Home was immaculate and floor plan well thought out for a party of four adult friends. Lovely comfortable furniture, quiet neighborhood. The porches were perfect for relaxing, grilling and enjoying the fall foliage and goat farm next door. A few issues need attention, however. Back porch steps were broken upon our arrival, making it quite precarious unloading our car as we are in our 80s. We couldn't get dishwasher to work so had to wash the few dishes there by hand with no drying rack. We like to cook most meals at home and were disappointed in lack of small amenities to make that easier such as a cookie sheet or two, spatula, decent can opener, newer saute pans. Also, back right stove burner needs attention - flame kept going out while burner was on. The code to access boathouse didn't work for us. If those minor things are addressed, we'd stay here again in a minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff f.

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

Very Cosy cottage

Tastefully decorated (we liked the interior colors a lot), clean, pet friendly. Nice owner. Easy in/out. We have family we visit in area a couple of times a year. This is our second stay here and would do so again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Girls’ Getaway

The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE O.

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

Must see the sunrise

Nice clean home only a short walk to a lake/pond with incredible sunrise over the water. Not sure if it’s 365 days but we stayed Labor Day weekend. Very quiet location that’s a short drive to neighboring towns.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

In the Ancram Woods.

The house was wonderful and cozy. Peaceful surroundings- with the occasional happy cheering from the local camp on the lake in the background. AC worked great during the oh so hot days of August. Walking our dog was a morning delight of deers and bunnies passing through to the lake. The neighbors were friendly. Jenifer was responsive when power went for a few hours and when cable was not working. I was traveling with my mom who uses a walker my note to anyone in that situation - it’s an older house where the doorways to the bathroom were too narrow to accommodate a walker. A little challenging at first but we made it work. Who knew?? My only suggestion to Jenifer is to get the lease and release to guests at the moment a reservation is made so it can be read thru and signed - and questions asked if needed. It’s a lengthy lease. We have rented many other places and this long lease was a first. We loved taking drives through the pastoral surroundings exploring and found local places - Copake General Store, Dad’s Diner and The Greens Restaurant great finds! Oh and The Taconic Sculpture Park (near Austerlitz) is amazing. We miss Ancram!!
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2022