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BEAUTIFUL ESTATE: POOL, POND, ARCADE, GYM, TRAILS! REDUCED RATE FOR SMALL GROUPS
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms 5 bathrooms Sleeps 16 1114.8 sq m
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Explore the area

Old Chatham, NY
- Place, Shaker Museum and Library7 min drive
- Place, Kinderhook Lake11 min drive
- Place, The Mac-Haydn Theatre12 min drive
- Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 8
1 Queen Bed
Blue Room Spacious Master Ensuite w/floor to ceiling windows
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Key West Room w/ handpainted furniture from Key West artist!
1 Double Bed
Library Suite: beautiful 2 room en-suite fireplace & library
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Penthouse Attic
1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon
Private Ensuite
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Rose Suite: Two room Master Suite w/ fireplace: 1000 sq feet of luxury!
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Sitting Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 5
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
BEAUTIFUL ESTATE: POOL, POND, ARCADE, GYM, TRAILS! REDUCED RATE FOR SMALL GROUPS
Bellavista Country Estate is a one-of-a kind, beautiful, special estate property. Privately located on 60 acres with pool, pond, trails, game room, in-house gym, library & so much more, staying at the estate is a retreat escape to your own private oasis!
BELLAVISTA IS PERFECT FOR FAMILY/FRIEND REUNIONS AND SPECIAL OCCASSIONS!
HURRY, BELLAVISTA COUNTRY ESTATE IS ALREADY BOOKING FOR HOLIDAYS 2025 AND SUMMER 2026!
SHARE THE LOVE OF TOGETHERNESS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
CREATE THOSE SPECIAL MEMORIES & ENJOY SUMMER FUN IN YOUR PRIVATE ESTATE W/ POOL, POND, REC ROOM, LIBRARY, GYM, TRAILS & MORE!
ENJOY CUSTOMIZED PROFESSIONAL CHEF DINNERS FOR UP TO 15 GUESTS WITH YOUR STAY FOR WEEK-LONG STAYS!
CHOOSE YOUR DESIRED DINNER APPETIZERS, ENTREES, SIDES AND DESSERTS FROM OUR CHEF PREPARED MENU FOR YOUR GUESTS AT BOOKING FOR A NOMINAL FEE. OUR PRIVATE CHEF WILL HAVE IT READY FOR YOU UPON CHECK IN! JUST HEAT, ENJOY AND RELAX! NO NEED TO RUSH OUT FOR SHOPPING & PREPARING DINNER AFTER TRAVELING TO THE ESTATE!
Bellavista Country Estate is located in the foothills of the Berkshires within equal distance to the Hudson Valley.
Large, elegant, but comfortable for all ages!
*12,000 sq. ft. beautiful brick Georgian home on 60 private acres
*In ground pool
*Pond
*Miles of riding/hiking trails.
* Fully stocked Kitchen
* Eat-in Kitchen and beautiful Dining Room
*6 -9 bedrooms, two double room suites can convert to 9 total bedrooms.
*5 full bathrooms
*5 fireplaces
*Rec Room with pinball, arcade, air hockey, card table, Home Theater w/ YouTube TV, HBO MAX, NETFLIX
*In- House Gym
*Library with books for all ages and tastes
*Finished Penthouse Attic which can sleep six or more easily. Ping Pong Table, Flat Screen, Games and more! Perfect for kids or an additional Rec Room!
*Fiber Optics Internet
* Full House Generators will cover any weather outages
*Basketball
*Barn with ping pong, darts, foosball, games and bar. The 4,500 square foot barn offers a great additional space to hang out or for events
* Grounds and lawn care, weekly pool maintenance
*New quality mattresses and sofa beds...and so much more!
Three (3) Destinations in One! Minutes to the Hudson River Valley, Berkshires in Massachusetts and New York State Capital District.
Close proximity to ski resorts, cultural destinations, hiking, boating, fishing and so much more!
We've been hosting guests with VRBO (formerly HomeAway since 2011), and we take our role as a Host seriously.
We're here to make your stay extra special!
Please see below for more details about the estate and the area!
Bellavista Country Estate is wonderful for special events, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays etc with private chefs, professional caterers and full event planning available. We'll work with you to design your "perfect memories".
Outdoor Activities Year-Round!
Surrounded by rolling fields, manicured lawns, forest, pastures and miles of hiking trails, you don't really need to leave the property. But if you do decide to go "off-campus", you'll be amazed at how many attractions and destinations are located nearby!
Visit the beautiful 180 acre public land conservancy with its 35 acre pond and beautiful views of the Catskills, only 1 minute drive from the estate. The scenic pond is perfect for fishing or kayaking.
We're also within walking distance to the only indoor tennis facility in the area with three courts -- two hard and one soft Har-Tru.
BBQ and picnic on the brick inlaid patios next to the in-ground L shaped pool, surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens. Relax in the shade of the screened in porch. Hike or ride on the miles of Hunt Club trails, winding through the estate's private 60 acres.
Several fine golf courses, or drop your canoe in many lakes, ponds and rivers all just minutes away. There are five (5) nearby ski resorts which offer year round activities, including skiing, snow tubing, zip lines, rock climbing walls, water slides, miniature golf and more!
Culture Vultures & Pamper Too!
The Berkshires and the Hudson River Valley are cultural destinations..so much to see and do!
Here's a small sampling:
Tanglewood (summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra), Shakespeare & Co., Berkshire Theatre Festival...see the worlds finest dance troupes at Jacobs PIllow. Let's not forget the renowned Canyon Ranch, Kripalu Yoga Center and the Miraval Resort & Spa in Lenox...all just minutes away.
Excellent restaurants, Antiques and Art Galleries in Hudson on Warren Street in Hudson, NY and Great Barrington, MA.
Our local, historical village of Chatham, founded in 1795, is charming, with its own award winning craft beer brewery, a gourmet cheese shop, landmarked movie theater with first run films, bookshop, fun, eclectic gift shop and good restaurants, cafes, bakeries and more.
Wonderful healthy, fresh berry, vegetable and fruit at the many nearby farms throughout the area. Pick your own, or purchase at local farm stands. Farmer's Markets are plentiful!
Special Events... Create a perfect weekend for that special event whether its a wedding, birthday anniversary, vow renewal etc...
Affiliated with the estate are professional caterers, great chefs and party planners...Events within the barn, house or a white tent affair on the 10 acre front lawn.
Events are booked separately from the overnight stay, which is booked on VRBO. Let us help you create your "Special Memory".
You really can have it ALL at Bellavista Country Estate!
BELLAVISTA IS PERFECT FOR FAMILY/FRIEND REUNIONS AND SPECIAL OCCASSIONS!
HURRY, BELLAVISTA COUNTRY ESTATE IS ALREADY BOOKING FOR HOLIDAYS 2025 AND SUMMER 2026!
SHARE THE LOVE OF TOGETHERNESS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
CREATE THOSE SPECIAL MEMORIES & ENJOY SUMMER FUN IN YOUR PRIVATE ESTATE W/ POOL, POND, REC ROOM, LIBRARY, GYM, TRAILS & MORE!
ENJOY CUSTOMIZED PROFESSIONAL CHEF DINNERS FOR UP TO 15 GUESTS WITH YOUR STAY FOR WEEK-LONG STAYS!
CHOOSE YOUR DESIRED DINNER APPETIZERS, ENTREES, SIDES AND DESSERTS FROM OUR CHEF PREPARED MENU FOR YOUR GUESTS AT BOOKING FOR A NOMINAL FEE. OUR PRIVATE CHEF WILL HAVE IT READY FOR YOU UPON CHECK IN! JUST HEAT, ENJOY AND RELAX! NO NEED TO RUSH OUT FOR SHOPPING & PREPARING DINNER AFTER TRAVELING TO THE ESTATE!
Bellavista Country Estate is located in the foothills of the Berkshires within equal distance to the Hudson Valley.
Large, elegant, but comfortable for all ages!
*12,000 sq. ft. beautiful brick Georgian home on 60 private acres
*In ground pool
*Pond
*Miles of riding/hiking trails.
* Fully stocked Kitchen
* Eat-in Kitchen and beautiful Dining Room
*6 -9 bedrooms, two double room suites can convert to 9 total bedrooms.
*5 full bathrooms
*5 fireplaces
*Rec Room with pinball, arcade, air hockey, card table, Home Theater w/ YouTube TV, HBO MAX, NETFLIX
*In- House Gym
*Library with books for all ages and tastes
*Finished Penthouse Attic which can sleep six or more easily. Ping Pong Table, Flat Screen, Games and more! Perfect for kids or an additional Rec Room!
*Fiber Optics Internet
* Full House Generators will cover any weather outages
*Basketball
*Barn with ping pong, darts, foosball, games and bar. The 4,500 square foot barn offers a great additional space to hang out or for events
* Grounds and lawn care, weekly pool maintenance
*New quality mattresses and sofa beds...and so much more!
Three (3) Destinations in One! Minutes to the Hudson River Valley, Berkshires in Massachusetts and New York State Capital District.
Close proximity to ski resorts, cultural destinations, hiking, boating, fishing and so much more!
We've been hosting guests with VRBO (formerly HomeAway since 2011), and we take our role as a Host seriously.
We're here to make your stay extra special!
Please see below for more details about the estate and the area!
Bellavista Country Estate is wonderful for special events, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays etc with private chefs, professional caterers and full event planning available. We'll work with you to design your "perfect memories".
Outdoor Activities Year-Round!
Surrounded by rolling fields, manicured lawns, forest, pastures and miles of hiking trails, you don't really need to leave the property. But if you do decide to go "off-campus", you'll be amazed at how many attractions and destinations are located nearby!
Visit the beautiful 180 acre public land conservancy with its 35 acre pond and beautiful views of the Catskills, only 1 minute drive from the estate. The scenic pond is perfect for fishing or kayaking.
We're also within walking distance to the only indoor tennis facility in the area with three courts -- two hard and one soft Har-Tru.
BBQ and picnic on the brick inlaid patios next to the in-ground L shaped pool, surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens. Relax in the shade of the screened in porch. Hike or ride on the miles of Hunt Club trails, winding through the estate's private 60 acres.
Several fine golf courses, or drop your canoe in many lakes, ponds and rivers all just minutes away. There are five (5) nearby ski resorts which offer year round activities, including skiing, snow tubing, zip lines, rock climbing walls, water slides, miniature golf and more!
Culture Vultures & Pamper Too!
The Berkshires and the Hudson River Valley are cultural destinations..so much to see and do!
Here's a small sampling:
Tanglewood (summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra), Shakespeare & Co., Berkshire Theatre Festival...see the worlds finest dance troupes at Jacobs PIllow. Let's not forget the renowned Canyon Ranch, Kripalu Yoga Center and the Miraval Resort & Spa in Lenox...all just minutes away.
Excellent restaurants, Antiques and Art Galleries in Hudson on Warren Street in Hudson, NY and Great Barrington, MA.
Our local, historical village of Chatham, founded in 1795, is charming, with its own award winning craft beer brewery, a gourmet cheese shop, landmarked movie theater with first run films, bookshop, fun, eclectic gift shop and good restaurants, cafes, bakeries and more.
Wonderful healthy, fresh berry, vegetable and fruit at the many nearby farms throughout the area. Pick your own, or purchase at local farm stands. Farmer's Markets are plentiful!
Special Events... Create a perfect weekend for that special event whether its a wedding, birthday anniversary, vow renewal etc...
Affiliated with the estate are professional caterers, great chefs and party planners...Events within the barn, house or a white tent affair on the 10 acre front lawn.
Events are booked separately from the overnight stay, which is booked on VRBO. Let us help you create your "Special Memory".
You really can have it ALL at Bellavista Country Estate!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Parties/events must be discussed prior to booking
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside, in designated areas only
Important information
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Parties/events must be discussed prior to booking
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 387726
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About the area
Old Chatham
Located in Old Chatham, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Shaker Museum and Library and The Mac-Haydn Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Van Alen House and Martin Van Buren National Historic Site. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Old Chatham, NY
What's nearby
- Shaker Museum and Library - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Kinderhook Lake - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
- The Mac-Haydn Theatre - 12 min drive - 11.4 km
- Martin Van Buren National Historic Site - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
- Tanglewood Music Center - 34 min drive - 42.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cumberland Farms - 9 min drive
- Stewart's Shops - 10 min drive
- Jackson's Old Chatham House - 6 min drive
- Yiannis - 9 min drive
- Charrons Chatham - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Laurie Sherman Graff

Greetings!
I'm Laurie!
For the past 18 years, I have been running a small, high profile non profit in New York City that helps children in foster care find adoptive families. We have also worked to empower and better the lives of homeless individuals. A portion of your rental fee will be donated to Heart Gallery NYC, which is exempt from federal income tax under section 501 © (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
I love to travel, and have been fortunate to have traveled extensively and lived in Europe for 10 years, primarily in Italy.
I love the beauty of the Berkshires and am happy to share this lovely part of the world with guests.
Please know that when you visit the Bellavista Country Estate, I am available to answer any questions and offer suggestions for "must sees" in the area.
I'm Laurie!
For the past 18 years, I have been running a small, high profile non profit in New York City that helps children in foster care find adoptive families. We have also worked to empower and better the lives of homeless individuals. A portion of your rental fee will be donated to Heart Gallery NYC, which is exempt from federal income tax under section 501 © (3) of the Internal Revenue Code, and your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
I love to travel, and have been fortunate to have traveled extensively and lived in Europe for 10 years, primarily in Italy.
I love the beauty of the Berkshires and am happy to share this lovely part of the world with guests.
Please know that when you visit the Bellavista Country Estate, I am available to answer any questions and offer suggestions for "must sees" in the area.
Why they chose this property
Private, luxury, yet family friendly estate, Bellavista Country Estate is a wonderful destination for all ages, whether you are looking for cultural activities, hiking /nature experiences or just great "chill" time with family and friends. I have been hosting guests at Bellavista Country Estate since 201, so I do understand what guests appreciate at a vacation rental home. We are always updating and adding new amenities for our many returning and new guests to enjoy!
What makes this property unique
The estate is located on 60 acres with a 10 acre front lawn and 1/8 mile driveway set far back from the country road.
You can relax in the beautiful in ground pool with no neighbors in sight, hike on the miles of trails, hang out in the 4500 square foot party barn for late night ping pong, foosball or dart tournaments...an additional entertainment level in the main house offers pinball, air hockey, indoor gym or movies. Shoot basketball or play volleyball, play-set for the kids...or just relax in the hammock while listening to the sounds of nature. Feed the fish and bullfrogs in the pond. In winter, there are the 5 nearby ski resorts, ice skating and snowshoeing. Enjoy this year round camp for all ages and if you want to leave "campus", there's excellent restaurants, art galleries, antiques, theater, dance performances, museums and more!
So much to do in the area, and if you can find the time, it's a short trip to Saratoga Springs or Cooperstown. We guarantee you won't be bored unless you want to be, and in that case, we'll provide the wine and hammock. Enjoy!!!
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