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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchenette
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Cooperstown, NY
Otsego Lake
Place, Otsego Lake
2 min walk
Glimmerglass Festival
Place, Glimmerglass Festival
3 min drive
National Baseball Hall of Fame
Place, National Baseball Hall of Fame
9 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Loft sleeping room
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
one bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park
(Please Note,...6 night min/max June July August . We follow the Dreamspark schedule. Towards the end of summer the 6 night minimum is no longer required. We will not accept reservations for more than 6 nights. )
The Nest is a relaxing cottage directly on Lake Otsego; an easy stay with direct lake access "lakeside". No road to cross. Safe for the family. The Nest has a new kitchenette and fresh finishes while maintaining its classic lake soul. This home is part of a lake front compound of 2 individual homes. Explore lake Otsego in a kayaks or on paddle boards!! Lounge on the floating swim dock! Enjoy spending down time on the lake away from the crowds of the Park and town!! This is a quiet lakeside community and we ask that the guests are respectful of the neighbors. These Camps are the classic Otsego Lake experience; Only 6 miles to Cooperstown and a 15 min. drive to DP . Please note...there is a path down a hill with some steps that leads to the dock. If you are older and not certain of your footing, the access may not be good for you....please look at pics :). ***For liability purposes, no more than the number of people on your reservation at the property. Discounts offered for 2 week stays or longer.
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Children have to be with an adult while at the water. Only the number of people on your reservation allowed to use the property and lake amenities.
Motorboats are not allowed at the property.
This is a small family community. Quiet after 9 pm
Important information
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Property # 1413641vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Cooperstown
Located in Cooperstown, this cottage is on a lake. Otsego Golf Club and Meadow Links Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit National Baseball Hall of Fame and Barnyard Swing Miniature Golf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Doubleday Field or Clark Sports Center.
National Baseball Hall of Fame - 9 min drive - 11.3 km
Glimmerglass State Park - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
Cooperstown Dreams Park - 16 min drive - 20.5 km
Restaurants
Hawkeye Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
Mel's at 22 - 10 min drive
Stagecoach Coffee - 10 min drive
Lake House Restaurant and Lodge - 17 min drive
Doubleday Cafe - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park on 31 May 2026 start from AU$444, 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.
How much is parking at Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful spot on the lake...10 miles to Dreams Park located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Otsego Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Glimmerglass Festival and Otsego Golf Club. Meadow Links Golf Course and Fenimore Art Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had the best weekend, a last hurrah of summer sort of thing, planned last minute. Roberta answered all questions right away and was super nice. The property is right on the lake and there are provided water toys like kayaks and SUP and floats. Cooperstown is about a 10 minute drive away so it’s the best of both worlds
I stayed at The Nest with my husband and two sons (8 and 9) while our other son was at DreamsPark. The Nest was the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the baseball fields. This location allowed us to give our sons a vacation while our other son enjoyed baseball with his team. We enjoyed swimming and fishing off the dock before and after heading over to DreamsPark. Evening bonfire and smores on the dock was everyone's favorite. A perfect little spot and we hope to return!
Leah N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thank you Leah for your kind review...glad is was a fun trip for all of the boys!
Gorgeous property right on glimmerglass lake. The cottage was perfect for our Cooperstown Dream Park vacation. Kitchen was well equipped and the beds very comfortable. Space only has a window unit for AC (common for this area to not have central) which can be a little warmer than used to if visiting from the south. Downtown Cooperstown is 8-10 min drive along the lake. Dreams Park is an additional 8-10 out of town. Location is fantastic!
Ryne R.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thank you Ryne. I'm so glad you and your family had a great stay at the Nest.
It's a beautiful spot and Roberta couldn't have been more helpful and welcoming to us. Kids loved it. Perfect spot to swim, fish, cookout, relax, and enjoy the lake.
Just 15 min from Cooperstown Dreams Park! Perfect for me and my husband for the week with just one day with my son! We enjoyed the water activities and the beds were amazing! Host is awesome! Sad we had to leave!
Amanda m.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Thank you so much of Amanda for your kind review. I'm glad you had a great time at the cottage and enjoyed your stay. 🙂 Best to you and your family.
My son and I had a wonderful stay in the quaint cottage. The owner was very accommodating with my schedule since we were here for a baseball tournament. Location was PERFECT!!! 10 minutes from Main Street in Cooperstown and then another 10 minutes to Dreams Park Fields. If we came back I would definitely stay here again.
The Nest was a wonderful break from the busy days at Dream Park. The home was well-equipped with everything we needed for the week. Roberta was so kind and welcoming. My younger son loved kayaking on the lake - what a treat! We definitely recommend booking!
Great cozy cottage to return to, during the hustle and bustle of a busy week back and forth to Cooperstown Dreams Park. It had everything we needed for the week. Beds were extremely comfortable and the air conditioner cooled the cottage nicely. My son’s enjoyed swimming in the lake and using the kayaks! Thank you so much Roberta and we hope to stay again the future!
Jess D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2023
Thank you so much Jess! You and your family were so pleasant to host...an A+ guest.
Please come back again and enjoy a discount as a returning guest.
Best, Roberta
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Nest was great! It was clean and tidy, and stocked with kitchen and bath items. We enjoyed our time on the lake with kayaks and paddleboards. Wish we would've had more time! Roberta was quick to respond to any questions we had. Wifi was appreciated too!
Our 5-year-old granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area around the dock while collecting clam shells. We kayaked on one of the sit-on-top kayaks - which is large enough for a 5-year-old to sit in front of a grandfather while he paddles. We also caught a fish which we cleaned, cooked and ate. All were wonderful experiences for both the granddaughter and grandparents. We had a wonderful time.
We stayed here for two nights in mid-September while visiting the Baseball Hall of Fame, in Cooperstown. We purposely came after Labor Day so there would be less people. The Nest is the perfect little place on Lake Otsego. We did not use any of the lakeside equipment, like the kayaks or fire pit, but did visit the dock and it looked like fun. The weather was cool and rainy for our stay. The path to the lake was a bit tricky due to the damp conditions. It’s a cute, cozy cabin!
A small, very efficient cottage with a small, well-equipped kitchen and a very comfortable king-size bed in the loft above. There's a very nice little deck area outside with comfortable furniture. The path to the lake is a bit steep--study the pictures in the listing, they give a good idea. It was fine for us, but if you have trouble on slippery surfaces, be warned. Once you get down to the lake, though, it is a beautiful place to read or kayak. We enjoyed our stay very much and the host was friendly and helpful. A couple of tiny niggles: it could use a better frying pan and a comfortable indoor chair. Also, arriving, we had been given the wrong street number, so we missed it at first. Watch for the "Nest" sign.
Karin C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you Karen for the lovely review. I'm glad you had an enjoyable stay. I appreciate your suggestion and the frying pan has been replaced!
Thank you !
I had a really, really enjoyable time staying at The Nest! My 12 year old was at Dreams Park for the week, and i was looking for a nice place for my 10 year old son and I to stay that wasnt too far away from the park. The house was very inviting the minute we walked into the door. Roberta, who is everything you could ever want in a host, takes alot of time to make sure everything in the house is clean and orderly before anyone walks in the door. I instantly knew i had made the right choice. The beds are very comfortable; we slept great the whole trip. There is plenty of privacy too, which I loved. We had our own dock with kayaks and paddle boards to use on Lake Otsego, which is truly breathtaking in its own right. We swam multiple times and enjoyed fishing too. There is also a firepit that we used as well. The last night of the trip, my son and I headed down to the dock and watched about a dozen shooting stars during a meteor shower. It was the perfect ending. The boys and I had a blast, we will definitely be back
The wife will be going too! Thanks Roberta!
Thomas R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2024
Wow....I'm so glad you had a great stay at the Nest Thomas... And thank you for your kind review. I love that you and your son shared some special moments under the shooting stars. You are terrific people to host. Looking forward to having you and your family back very soon!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Charles T.
13 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Disappointed Stay
Had no idea of the sharp drop off from road to cottage and cottage to lake. 100 steps from dock to cottage at a 60 - 70 degree angle. No canoe was available as shown. Had to dump water out of heavy fire pit and was told dry wood was in or near shed by the cottage. I mentioned it was a long way to have to carry logs and was told, “others do it.” There were light & light switch issues in the cottage. The bulb for the stairs light was missing and no replacement found. Only two bath towels left for the week. Had to call for more. All kinds of warnings about water and septic system issues. Constantly concerned about using to much water or having plumbing problems. There was a hole in the screen of the screen door. The porch/deck entering the door was partially covered by tree leaves & plant debris. No attempt was made to clean this off before our arrival, and no broom left to sweep it. Plants around the deck & cottage were over grown.
The weather for the week started out very rainy and the days stayed cloudy & cold. This all restricted any outdoor fun near or on the lake and meant we had to stay in the cottage too much. As a result we left early Wednesday instead of Friday. Overall, not a good week.
Charles T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2023
I am always dissapointed when a property does not meet a guests expectation.I try to accomodate any unforseen needs as they arise while a guest is staying at a property.
I saw the guests were packing up early and when I inquired, "Is everyone ok" the guest responded, " Well the weather is not going to be great and it is impossible to carry wood down to the fire pit". This is after a litany of other comments and requests. The first being to have an additional 2 adults stay in the one bedroom home which I agreed to even though my listing states a max of 2 adults. I became aware of the older age of the couple ( several years older than myself) prior to arrival and offered the parking space closest to the house and my private porch stairs for easy access to the dock. Upon arrival I was texted that "3 of the lights did not work, there was no canoe (Not offered in the amenity list), there is a rip in the screen door, a text was not recieved (he did find it ultimately on the vrbo messaging chain), and is there bottled water" Hmmm,,,,okay.
I responded within 8 minutes of recieving his text. I told him I was 1/2 hour away and would come to the house as soon as I got home. When I got home I brought up a gallon of water , a couple of lightbulbs and should them how to turn on the 2 european light fixtures that have never led to any confusion in the past. Indeed a third light bulb was out and I replaced it. I told them there are 2 paddle boards and 2 kayaks but not a canoe but I could probabIy secure one for them up ...which I did thanks to my neighbor but was told that there was "no longer a need for a canoe" due to the weather. They requested more towels...never a problem and I thought they were for their additional guests. I was told otherwise. They were brought up to the guest with the half hour. Additionally...there is a broom just inside the door in the corner.I had just , that morning, trimmed the vine over the door entrance to keep jasmine blooms from falling...really I DID!I hope the pictures clearly represent the property including the access to the dock and water.The Nest was obviously not a good fit for this guest and his wife and I'm always sad for a guest when the weather isn't optimal but I could sense that this was going to be a challenging week from the get go. His last comment, for me, represents the crux of his discontent.The weather was generally rainy for the stay . Sadly that wasnot in my power to change by replacing a light bulb :{
Spent the weekend to get away and it was an awesome spot a few miles from Cooperstown. Roberta was an amazing host and we even had the chance to go out on her boat! Thank you again Roberta for everything and nice chatting with you!
Tyler V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little place for my husband and I while my son stayed at Cooperstown Dreams Park. Right on the lake!
Carrie
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Val
31 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view of the lake
The short ride to Cooperstown
The local state park - Glimmerglass.
The quiet serene atmosphere
Roberta was a lovely host. She was very accommodating and kind.
We had a very relaxing stay. Our every need was met and more. The cabin was so adorable and tastefully done . Everything there just made sense. I would highly recommend this place to all.
Sarah H.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2021
you have a beautiful family and I am glad you enjoyed your stay at the Nest!
We had such a great time! The house was part of our whole experience. The ease of access to the kayaks and paddle boarding was perfect! It got a little warm during the heat wave, but the little a/c cooled it right down, just as we were told it would! Shower was great with hot water too! Everything was better than expected! We would stay here again for sure.
TIFFANY I.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2021
Thank you so much tiffany...hope to have you on the lake again.!! It was lovely to host you.
Nice rustic cottage just up from the shores of the lake. Roughly five miles from downtown. Comfortable bed in the loft. Bathroom on the first floor.
James K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
About the host
Hosted by roberta oneill
About me,...Well, lets see..., architectural designer, painter, ceramicist, builder, visual A lifelong (almost!) resident of the beautiful Cooperstown rolling hills and ...THE LAKE!!!!! My Zen place.
Why they chose this property
The privacy and solitude of the lake are very special. The authentic upstate lake side vernacular is disappearing..... I wanted to preserve this special home and give it a modern freshness .
What makes this property unique
It's peaceful , natural environment and proximity to Cooperstown .
Languages:
English
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