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Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house

2.0 star property
Ballston Spa vacation home with kitchen

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Dining
Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ballston Spa, NY
  • Place, Saratoga Performing Arts Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Saratoga Casino and Raceway
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Saratoga Race Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballston Spa

In Ballston Spa .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Brookside Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Saratoga Spa State Park with a stay here. Also, Central Bark is within 3 miles (5 km) and Albany Saratoga Speedway is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Saratoga Performing Arts Center - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Saratoga Casino and Raceway - 9 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Saratoga Race Course - 11 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Saratoga Racetrack - 11 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Saratoga Springs City Center - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Saratoga Springs Station - 17 min drive
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Speckled Pig Brewery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Guadalajara - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Factory Eatery & Spirits - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Planet - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house

Step into the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully restored 1850s village home. Recently renovated, the space retains original woodwork, a cozy reading nook, and thoughtful details throughout. This home is ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small groups looking for peace, style, and walkable convenience. Whether you’re heading to the historic Saratoga Race Track, SPAC or the breathtaking Adirondacks, you’re never far from the best the region has to offer.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking 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
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off air conditioners and close any open windows.
Wash dirty dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No commercial photography or filming.
Quiet hours from 11pm to 7am.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house to the airport?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (24-min drive) away from the Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house to the beach?

This vacation home is 6 mi (10-min drive) from Brown's Beach.

Does Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house to downtown Ballston Spa?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Ballston Spa.

Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was amazing. Great communication. This was our first time staying at a Vrbo and we are hooked. Great location. Great size house for our family of 4. Very clean. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really great, well-equipped house. Walkable to shops and restaurants in downtown Ballston Spa. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were in town for the races at Saratoga and had a great stay! Linnaea is very responsive and accommodating. 10/10 would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025