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Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, BBQ, & Paddleboat!

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9.8

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 61260 sq ft

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Milford, New York
  • Popular LocationCooperstown Dreams Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationBrewery Ommegang18 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Baseball Hall of Fame20 min drive
  • AirportSidney, NY (SXY-Sidney Municipal)50 min drive

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About this property

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

Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, BBQ, & Paddleboat!

Looking for endless fun for the whole gang? This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom Milford vacation rental sits right on Arnold Lake and boasts plenty of outdoor entertainment, including a fire pit, dock, paddleboat, paddleboards, and a barbecue grill. If your travel group is in need of more adventure, venture into Cooperstown to visit the Baseball Hall of Fame, explore the various wineries and breweries in the area, or enjoy a day trip to explore the stunning Catskill and Adirondack Mountains!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Lakefront Porch | Barbecue Grill | Paddle Boards

Perfect for outdoor lovers - especially families traveling with children - this Arnold Lake home boasts plenty of outdoor fun in a mountainous upstate New York location.

Bedroom: King Bed, 2 Full Beds, Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle Bed | Living Room: Futon

OUTDOOR FUN: Lake dock w/ lounge chairs, lakefront porch, al fresco dining, hammock, fire pit, gas grill, large yard, paddleboat, tubes, stand-up paddleboards, picnic table, horse hitch, horseshoe pit
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, wood-burning stove (wood provided), office space, kitchen table & coffee table (created from fallen property trees), stereo, telephone
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, stove/oven, Keurig, microwave, under-counter refrigerator, toaster, toaster oven, dishware/flatware, pots/pans, water dispenser, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, shower grab rails, contactless check-in
FAQ: Steps required to access the water, shallow lake access, property runs on sensitive septic system
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), no A/C
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional studio for 5 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR REC: Arnold Lake State Forest (1.8 miles), Inglass Blueberry Hill (4.3 miles), Milford State Forest (4.3 miles), Gilbert Lake State Park (10.0 miles), Canadarago Lake (19.2 miles), Wintergreen Park (37.6 miles), Wolf Mountain Nature Center (44.8 miles), Adirondack Mountains (66.3 miles), Catskill Mountains (79.4 miles), Finger Lakes (131 miles), Niagara Falls (256 miles)
COOPERSTOWN (~8.6 miles): National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, The farmers’ Museum, Ostego Lake, Fenimore Art Museum, Glimmerglass State Park, Abner Doubleday Field, Clark Sports Center
ADULT FUN: Council Rock Brewery (4.9 miles), Cooperstown Brewing Company (5.0 miles), Bear Pond Winery & Gourmet Cheese (8.2 miles), Brewery Ommegang (8.2 miles), Cooperstown Distillery (8.4 miles), Red Shed Brewery (8.4 miles), Pail Shop Vineyards (10.5 miles), Butternuts Beer & Ale (15.4 miles), High Burl Brewery (17.7 miles), Rustic Ridge Winery (17.7 miles)
AIRPORTS: Greater Binghamton Airport (75.5 miles), Albany International Airport (82.8 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The home is located on the shallow side of the lake, perfect for young children
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C
- NOTE: This property runs on a sensitive septic system, thus it is absolutely critical no items (feminine products, floss, food, toys, etc) other than toilet paper be flushed down the toilet

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,260 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

New! Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, Bbq, Paddleboat! Milford
New! Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, Bbq, Paddleboat! Cottage
449903

About the neighborhood

Milford

Located in Milford, this cottage is on a lake. 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 Doubleday Field or Clark Sports Center. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Cooperstown Dreams Park - 13 min drive
  • Bassett Hospital - 14 min drive
  • Brewery Ommegang - 18 min drive
  • Doubleday Field - 20 min drive
  • National Baseball Hall of Fame - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • Brewery Ommegang - 18 min drive
  • Tops Friendly Markets - 14 min drive
  • Cooperstown Brewing Company - 12 min drive
  • Council Rock Brewery - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, BBQ, & Paddleboat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, BBQ, & Paddleboat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, BBQ, & Paddleboat!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Retreat: Fire Pit, BBQ, & Paddleboat! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Cooperstown Dreams Park, Bassett Hospital, and Montezuma Winery. Rail Explorers Cooperstown and Bassett Healthcare are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara C., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a long weekend at Cooperstown…
We loved, loved this lake home for our family. My children were able to fish from the dock each day and take out the paddle boat and paddle boards. It was the perfect getaway for our family of 5.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

R V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of heaven year round
Yet another stay at this amazing cabin. Owned and operated by a wonderful family. In the 4 or 5 times I've been there has never been a problem. You can't go wrong with this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Wonderful lake house, clean and well stocked!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Buck list trip
This trip was a Bucket List trip to the Baseball Hall of Fame. My husband is a huge baseball fan but had never gone to Cooperstown. We had a great trip, the house location was perfect and the view was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti N.

Liked: Cleanliness
There's No Place Like Home (plate)
Very relaxing and quiet. House was very clean. We were so happy with our experience that we booked the home for another week the following year. The house does not have a washer and dryer, but if you pack knowing this you will be fine.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

The S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside Cottage
This home is a great little home for a family to enjoy a getaway in the woods. Only 12 minutes from the cooperstown feilds it is perfect for a family needing a place during the tournament. The lake is quiet and clean and a wonderful place to relax. The house is clean and stocked with anything you might need! Enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another amazing stay with the kids
The weather didn't cooperate and even with that we all had a BLAST! The kids were in and out of the lake all day and we booked for next year an even longer stay. This place really is a hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cooperstown baseball trip
I couldn’t be more pleased with our accommodations at this Lakeside Retreat. The place was clean, well stocked, and absolutely perfect. The property manager Lisa made sure we had everything we could possibly need and even threw in extras like ingredients for s’mores, extra propane for the gas grill, and extra firewood for the outdoor pit. We spent our days watching the kids play baseball and our evenings fishing off the dock, boating, and enjoying the outdoor space to the fullest. We already can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Lake Home
Quiet lake home close to Cooperstown. The home was well organized and well stocked. Outside porch area was really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn Lake Vibes near Cooperstown
We traveled to the Cooperstown area as a celebration trip for my husband‘s birthday. He chose the trip destination, the Baseball Hall of Fame, and this was a great location/cottage to use as “home base” for a few days. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the areas of Cooperstown, Milford and Cherry Valley. It was a laid-back time of year to be a tourist in this area. We have used VRBO several times, and give this cottage 4 stars for a couple of reasons. I would highly recommend that you thoroughly read the description of the cottage and acquaint yourself with all of the idiosyncrasies of this rental. I am usually pretty good at doing that but there were a couple of things I missed. The running/tapwater is not potable, however drinking water is provided in a large cooler. Not a huge inconvenience however something to be aware of. We were not informed ahead of time that the dock would be taken out of the water at the time we arrived. My husband is a fisherman as well and was looking forward to sitting on the dock to fish and was not able to do that. Basically all of the outdoor amenities were closed down for the season and we were not informed of that. It was very cold at night low of 29° and the heating was by a woodstove which took us a little while to figure out, no central heat or A/C. Having never operated a woodstove it was a bit of an adventure! Two things I would recommend to the owner are more comfortable seating in the living room - need a new couch and the linens and bed pillows were a bit shabby. That being said, we enjoyed the cottage by the lake, the view is fantastic and the proximity to all attractions in the area worked for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022