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A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year Weekly, monthly discounts available

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Interior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Stephentown, NY
  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Williams College
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Tanglewood Music Center
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk Bed

1 Single Bunk Bed

Cherry

1 Queen Bed

Maple

1 Queen Bed

The Back Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

House

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Maple

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year Weekly, monthly discounts available

Winter (Skiing), Spring (1500 Tulips and Rare Lilies), Summer (It’s the Berkshires), and Fall (Autumn colors on the mountaintop): all you’ve got to do is ask, and you’ll be here. Private and quiet. Hiking, birding, mushrooming lessons. Nearby State Park for swimming. Close to Tanglewood, Mass Moca, Clark Art Inst. 2 bedrooms/$200, 3/$250, 4/$300. Summer Weekends $300 (Entire house.) $25 electric charge per day if AC is used. Discounts available. Excellent kitchen. Art and books in every room. Host lives next door. Welcome home!

Property manager

Robert Goldstein

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No Loud noise after 10 pm
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Turn off heat
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Owner available 8am. - 8pm. Available 24 hours if emergency. $25 per day electric surcharge if AC us used.
Dogs left alone must be crated or put in the comfortable back room w sheets covering furniture. This is a safety factor if I need to enter the house .
RENTAL AGREEMENT: Base price: $200/1 or 2 bedrooms per night. $50 per additional bedroom. EG: $250/3 bedrooms. $300/4bedrooms. .

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Loud noise after 10 pm
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stephentown

Located in Stephentown, this holiday home is in the mountains. Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort and Berkshire Retreat Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Zema's Nursery and Mountain Coaster. Alpine Super Slide and Berkshire Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Stephentown, NY

What's nearby

  • Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - 38 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Williams College - 39 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 43 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Mount Greylock - 59 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

  • Pittsfield Intermodal Transportation Center - 30 min drive
  • Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Norte Azul Cantina - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rocky Hill Country Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gardner's Ice Cream & Coffee Shoppe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Diviner - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪John Harvard's Brew House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year Weekly, monthly discounts available pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year Weekly, monthly discounts available?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year Weekly, monthly discounts available?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is A MAGIC SPOT: Booking all year Weekly, monthly discounts available located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cherry Plain State Park, Zema's Nursery and Taconic Ridge State Forest. Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort and Mountain Coaster are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

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

James Taylor at Tanglewood

We came up from NJ to see James Taylor at Tanglewood and needed someplace to stay with the dog. This property fit the bill.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Fantastic

Great homey house. Owners wonderful!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

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

Service of Fire Apparatus/Troy NY

The owner met us on site. The house was very clean and orderly. Everything about the property screams well maintained. We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Stephentown

Stay for the weekend well visiting family in Troy new york.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Like staying at a friends house

Cute, eclectic house with everything you would ever need. The maple room bed is super comfy and has a huge bathroom. Fresh flowers and shoveled path were a nice welcome on a dark, dreary, snowy day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vyacheslav G.

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

Amazing

We did not go because of the weather. But the manager of the property was very nice to us and understand that. We are really looking forward to book this property again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

We were only here for a short time, host is very kind and gave us all the information needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carl R.

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

Perfect way point

We stopped overnight for a place to sleep between Rochester and Boston. The owner was very friendly and shared some delicious cheese.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Unique property

Enjoyed our stay there while we visited with area families. Saw wildlife all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashok P.

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

Great weekend getaway

We had three adults, a dog, and 6 month old baby for the weekend, and enjoyed our visit. The owners communicated well and very very welcoming and hospitable to all of us, including the dog! Also gave us great food recommendations for the area. Would definitely return in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

Family Ski weekend at Jiminy Peak

Property served our needs very well. Comfortable and well-maintained. Owner lives next door and came to greet and orient us upon arrival and to say goodbye when we left. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mo J.

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

Awesome hideaway in the woods

Robb was a very gracious and sweet host with great info to share about the area and answered all my questions before and after checking in. I loved the house and what it had to offer. Would love to come back. Thank you Robb!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noel V.

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

Two Weeks in mid July 2020

A comfortable, country get-away with all the conveniences of home. The kitchen was well stocked. Robert is a very generous and attentive host. Stephentown proved to be an undiscovered (to us, at least) gem.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Cozy and comfy

Perfect for our family. In town fort a grad party. Robb was fantastic to communicate with. Very helpful. Next time I'm booking for the Fall up here
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret B., Connecticut

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

Remote and comfortable

We stayed for a weekend to go to Tanglewood which was about a 30 minute drive. Listing is on point. Beds were comfortable. House was comfortable and clean. It is a bit remote but don't be intimidated. The owner was very helpful and responsive to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE B.

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

Mountain top retreat

Comfortable accommodations in an out of the way location. By far, the best part was the owner. We enjoyed every conversation that we had with Robb, a Renaissance man in the true sense. Chatted with him about his music, art, wine, books, travels and a friend's cookbooks (Dede Wilson)!! We may just have to return. If you like a good conversationalist with a colorful legacy, we recommend a visit to Stephentown with Robb as your host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn D.

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

Cozy and comfortable

My husband and I had a relaxing stay at this tucked-away home. Robb met us upon arrival and gave us an overview of the house. He was gracious and friendly, intent on making our visit as pleasant as possible. The house was fully stocked with anything we needed and, while this is the rural spot we wanted, there was plenty for us to do in the area. Nearby restaurants and markets, with Albany, Troy, and the Berkshires within 30 minutes. Robb was happy to make recommendations for anything we might need. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramachandran B.

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

A wonderful host, a cozy house, a unique experience!

I highly recommend this property! It is perfectly located: far enough away from the bustle of our suburban home, immersed in the local wildlife, and yet provides easy access to many attractions. My family absolutely loved our stay. The house is so spacious, charming, comfortable and well-stocked that we had a hard time leaving it to visit the museums. We made a new friend in our host Robb. He was very responsive on e-mail and on the phone, and he gave us detailed directions/instructions. He met us at the house and gave us a tour, provided great recommendations for visits and food, and made us feel welcomed. He also provided a wheel of award-winning local cheese that was an immediate hit with everyone. The absolute highlights of our stay were the musical jam session we had with the multi-talented Robb, the constant parade of birds at the feeders right outside the bay window, and the easy conversations we had with Robb on a variety of topics including art, music, culture and history. We will surely be back! And hopefully, we'll see some bears next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi B.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Laura O.

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

Great value and nice host.

Robb was a wonderful host. We appreciated his flexibility with check in time and the local cheese he provided for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Rural Getaway

Had a lovely time at Robert’s place. In the woods with flora and fauna everywhere. Plenty of space indoors and out for shared or private space. Very accessible and responsive owner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

greg t.

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

Excellent locale for Jiminy Peak

Close to mountain, accurate listing, well worth cost, helpful owner right next door😀
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hal W.

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

Rensselaer visit

Beautiful setting, secluded, clean and comfortable. Would like to return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monika G.

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

Friendly visit, great coffee

Robb doesn't just rent you a place; he hosts your visit. He showed us how essential things worked in the house, and was happy to offer any information we requested about where to go/ how to find things. The couches are super comfy -- so you could fall asleep there -- but the bed was great, too. I'm no coffee expert, but the coffee he left for us at the house was so good, I'm still thinking about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

House was perfect for our needs.

Everything went very smoothly. We would rent again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Robert Goldstein

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Retired musician/arts educator. Gourmet cook. Friendly. Easy going. Glad to converse or give you all the privacy you desire.

Why they chose this property

This is a beautiful and extremely private spot. In the woods on the very top of the mountain. GREAT WATER. Plenty of room outdoors to roam. The spring is exhilarating, the summer is lush, and the winter - my favorite time on the mountain..

For a private get-away, or a family gathering, it is a perfect place. Woofers welcome!

What makes this property unique

Dirt road - ten(?) cars a day and that is a busy day for traffic.
Big fire pit in the lower yard. Mountaintop air. Virtually no noise here. Your host loves to pick delicious wild mushrooms - which are abundant up here. In season I can bring you chanterelles, porcini + many others - or if you'd like, take you can join me for a mushroom walk.

My favorite benefit - nothing fancy here, just a lot of put your feet up and relax furnishings. Comfortable and cozy.

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English
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