The Cottage by the Lake: Hudson Valley Indulgence/1 hr. from NYC/welcome pets!.

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Check out the area

Brewster, NY

Putnam Hospital Center5 min drive
Lake Mahopac11 min drive
Danbury Fair Mall19 min drive
Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)23 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

About this property

ABOUT THE COTTAGE
We welcome guests seeking to get away to a relaxing environment/be surrounded by nature/pets are welcomed. It’s the ideal place for those seeking to work from home.

The Cottage by the Lake is a cozy, secret get-away on the scenic banks of the Croton Watershed. About an hour from NYC, it’s on the property of an 1850 farmhouse. Surrounded by nature, a vegetable garden and big open areas with phenomenal views, the property has a seasonal pool with a lounge area and a Zen garden. Enjoy everything that the Hudson Valley offers including parks, towns, country shops, galleries, antique shops, restaurants and vineyards. Watercolors by the owner are displayed on the walls and available for purchase.
THE SPACE
The Cottage has a fully equipped kitchen & bath, cathedral ceiling, working fireplace & a spiral staircase leading to a cozy sleeping loft for two.
The main floor sofa opens into a full-size bed for a 3rd /4th guest. The private patio offers tranquil views of the lake, fire pit and gas bbq grill, the perfect place to unwind with your favorite beverage. BREAKFAST
The house-made specialty breakfast is included in the price of each Friday & Saturday night's stay and available for an additional cost Sunday thru Thursday -- $16 per day for each adult, $10/day for each child. Food is prepared with fresh seasonal vegetables/fruits and herbs form our garden.
THE LAKE/RESERVOIR
The scenic beauty of the lakeside views are breathtaking in every season. Enjoy a relaxing stroll through our vegetable garden. Amble or jog along Maple Road, which hugs the lake for over 2 miles. Important to know: the water is protected by the town of Southeast, the only recreation permitted is fishing with a permit. On chilly days, warm yourself by the functioning wood-burning stove. There is firewood available. Skewers and the makings of S’mores are provided. The patio offers comfortable Adirondack chairs and a gas fueled bbq grill.
PETS
The Cottage by the Lake welcomes dogs on a case-by-case basis, but never more than two dogs for any reservation. Other pets are also welcome. There is a large fenced-in area around the pool for your friendly canine to run. Scenic Maple Road on which the Cottage is situated is a favorite of dog walkers, joggers and bicycle enthusiasts. Bycicles are available to rent. Please advise us in advance if you plan to bring your dog.
WATERCOLORS
Original watercolor artwork by the owner is on display throughout the Cottage and available for purchase as well as high quality framed reproductions.
POOL/TRAILS
The Cottage is just a short distance from the entrance to Putnam County’s extensive bike trails. The mineral springs swimming pool is available dependent on season, weather and house rules, which allow guest usage of the pool for 6 hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily. For safety, sanitary reasons and integrity of the vinyl liner, pets are not allowed to swim in the pool.
GUEST ACCESS
Any area surrounding the Cottage, including the vegetable garden, pool area.
Other things to note
Washer and dryer facilities are available for a fee for stays of three days or more or on an emergency basis.

Property manager

Orest

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

About the area

Brewster

Located in Brewster, this guesthouse is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Wooster Street Cemetery and John Jay Homestead State Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wonder Lake State Park and Donald J. Trump State Park. Richter Arts Center and Ives Concert Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Brewster, NY

What's nearby

Putnam Hospital Center - 5 min drive
Centennial Golf Club - 9 min drive
Lake Mahopac - 11 min drive
Danbury Fair Mall - 19 min drive
Candlewood Lake - 25 min drive

Getting around

Brewster Train Station - 6 min drive
Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Wendy's - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cottage by the Lake: Hudson Valley Indulgence/1 hr. from NYC/welcome pets!. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Cottage by the Lake: Hudson Valley Indulgence/1 hr. from NYC/welcome pets!. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Cottage by the Lake: Hudson Valley Indulgence/1 hr. from NYC/welcome pets!.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage by the Lake: Hudson Valley Indulgence/1 hr. from NYC/welcome pets!.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage by the Lake: Hudson Valley Indulgence/1 hr. from NYC/welcome pets!. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Putnam Hospital Center and within 6 miles (10 km) of Brewster Public Library and Centennial Golf Club. Lake Mahopac and Matrix Conference and Banquet Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Lily K.

20 Feb 2024

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

Perfect getaway !

We loved everything about our stay here! We stayed for the weekend with our dog and he loved being outside in the fenced in area. We went on hikes and appreciated the breakfast so so much!! Making a fire every night was also a highlight. The host is so sweet and we look forward to staying here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina b.

11 Feb 2024

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

Will book again!

This stay really was so spectacular. The host has the best space that has absolutely everything you need down to the little details. Not only was it clean, but its big bright windows overlooking the lake was a dream to wake up to and drink coffee in front of every morning. Everything was fully stocked including the kitchen and bathroom. The host was so welcoming and available even when i texted him to ask how to make a fire in the fireplace(lol). I will definitely be back again and recommend everyone to give this place a try!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

21 Jan 2024

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

Cute cottage!

We had a great stay while we were going skiing for the weekend. The host made us a beautiful breakfast and made sure everything was comfortable. We plan to come back in the summer!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

norva b.

1 Jan 2024

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

sweet fully stocked cottage

this cottage is perfect in so many ways. the kitchen has all your needs with a convection oven. View is amazing and so is the very kind host. Cant wait to return.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Orest

While trained as a physician, I enjoy art, especially watercolor painting and drawing, a native of the capital of Honduras but consider myself a New Yorker since I lived in NYC and Brewster for half of my life, recently a widower but immensely grateful for 38 yrs. with my husband Johnny, 2 kids and 5 grandkids. Love creating a harmonious and beautiful environment for our love ones and guests & that fulfills my creativity. I’m happy to-cook with ingredients from our garden/sharing family recipes. Welcome to The Cottage by the Lake.

Why they chose this property

I lived in the city for 23 yrs, moved to Brewster to be surrounded by nature, enjoy a vegetable garden and open spaces. Only about one hour from NYC by car or train. Our house, a farm from 1850 offers breathtaking views of the lake in every season, one of my favorite rooms the solarium a magical place for painting and drawing and for celebrations with family and friends.

What makes this property unique

The Cottage located in the property of a 1850 farm oozes with charm and uniqueness since it has great views of the lake and nature, it has a cathedral ceiling and an open loft feeling but also offers a cozy ambiance with a fireplace for those cool days.