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Cozy Pondside Retreat - near Oneonta & Cooperstown
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10 out of 10
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 27.9 sq m
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East Meredith, NY
- Hartwick College23 min drive
- State University of New York-Oneonta23 min drive
- Cooperstown All Star Village Fields31 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
Cozy Pondside Retreat - near Oneonta & Cooperstown
The pumpkin spice season is upon us! The cool crisp days and changing leaves are just a few short weeks away. NOW is the time to book your experience with us. Come and view the Catskills in the BEST time of the year.
Our Pondside Retreat is a 300 square foot retreat situated along side our 3/4 acre pond. This cabin is a beautiful mix of upscale camping with amenities and a great hotel room with views to remember. The cabin will easily sleep up to four people. There is a double bed and a pull out couch. This would be the ideal getaway for a couple or a couple with children.
If your group needs a bit more space, we also offer a 10'x12' Glamping Tent that can hold two adults and is complete with electricity and most of the same amenities offered at the Pondside Retreat. It is only 100 yards away. Trailside Camp -
https://www.vrbo.com/4631177?dateless=true
Before Arrival - Please let us know if you would like the pull out couch made up as the second double bed for you. If needed, it will make your stay more enjoyable and it is no bother for us.
As you look out the windows or lay in bed looking out the french doors, you will gaze upon the edge of our pond that has an abundance of bass, sunfish, frogs and other aquatic life. It is almost a guarantee that you will see our resident cottontail rabbits that reside in the spruce trees behind the cabin.
Inside the cabin is a kitchenette with all of your basic amenities including a double hotplate, cooking utensils, sink with hot and cold running water. The cabin also offers heat and air conditioning, ceiling fan, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, French press (with coffee, creamer, and sugar), and hair dryer. On the outside of the retreat there is the enclosed shower house with hot and cold water. The toilet (Composting) is also outside in its own private enclosed structure.
Outside Activities - You have access to our full 120 acres via our extensive trail system. The forest is a mix of mature hardwoods, conifers and open fields. You have the opportunity to see and interact with whitetail deer, wild turkey and possible see our resident owls. You can bring your fishing poles and catch your dinner in the pond (limit of two bass per stay) that you can cook on the supplied charcoal grill.
Items to Note - Please be clear in your booking request with the total number of adults, children and pets that you will be bringing. This will allow us to make your stay as comfortable as possible. If you need to change the number of guests/pets that will on site after you have booked, you will need to request that before you arrive. Due to liability/insurance reasons we can not allow more occupancy that what is stated in your confirmed booking contract.
Pets - While we do welcome you to bring your furry friends as we also have our own, please do not leave your pet unaccompanied at any time. A new location for them can be very stressful and cause unexpected damage to occur.
Nearby Attractions -
Cooperstown All Star Village - 21 Minutes
Cooperstown Dreams Park - 31 Minutes
Hanford Mills Museum - 3 Minutes
SUNY Oneonta, Hartwick College, & SUNY Delhi - 20 Minutes
Cooperstown (Baseball Hall of Fame & Museums) - 40 Minutes
SUNY Cobleskill - 44 Minutes
Howe Caverns - 50 Minutes
Our Pondside Retreat is a 300 square foot retreat situated along side our 3/4 acre pond. This cabin is a beautiful mix of upscale camping with amenities and a great hotel room with views to remember. The cabin will easily sleep up to four people. There is a double bed and a pull out couch. This would be the ideal getaway for a couple or a couple with children.
If your group needs a bit more space, we also offer a 10'x12' Glamping Tent that can hold two adults and is complete with electricity and most of the same amenities offered at the Pondside Retreat. It is only 100 yards away. Trailside Camp -
https://www.vrbo.com/4631177?dateless=true
Before Arrival - Please let us know if you would like the pull out couch made up as the second double bed for you. If needed, it will make your stay more enjoyable and it is no bother for us.
As you look out the windows or lay in bed looking out the french doors, you will gaze upon the edge of our pond that has an abundance of bass, sunfish, frogs and other aquatic life. It is almost a guarantee that you will see our resident cottontail rabbits that reside in the spruce trees behind the cabin.
Inside the cabin is a kitchenette with all of your basic amenities including a double hotplate, cooking utensils, sink with hot and cold running water. The cabin also offers heat and air conditioning, ceiling fan, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, French press (with coffee, creamer, and sugar), and hair dryer. On the outside of the retreat there is the enclosed shower house with hot and cold water. The toilet (Composting) is also outside in its own private enclosed structure.
Outside Activities - You have access to our full 120 acres via our extensive trail system. The forest is a mix of mature hardwoods, conifers and open fields. You have the opportunity to see and interact with whitetail deer, wild turkey and possible see our resident owls. You can bring your fishing poles and catch your dinner in the pond (limit of two bass per stay) that you can cook on the supplied charcoal grill.
Items to Note - Please be clear in your booking request with the total number of adults, children and pets that you will be bringing. This will allow us to make your stay as comfortable as possible. If you need to change the number of guests/pets that will on site after you have booked, you will need to request that before you arrive. Due to liability/insurance reasons we can not allow more occupancy that what is stated in your confirmed booking contract.
Pets - While we do welcome you to bring your furry friends as we also have our own, please do not leave your pet unaccompanied at any time. A new location for them can be very stressful and cause unexpected damage to occur.
Nearby Attractions -
Cooperstown All Star Village - 21 Minutes
Cooperstown Dreams Park - 31 Minutes
Hanford Mills Museum - 3 Minutes
SUNY Oneonta, Hartwick College, & SUNY Delhi - 20 Minutes
Cooperstown (Baseball Hall of Fame & Museums) - 40 Minutes
SUNY Cobleskill - 44 Minutes
Howe Caverns - 50 Minutes
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Have your pets on a leash when around the cabin
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and return the keys
When you are ready to depart, just leave the key on the table.
If there is anything that is broken, damaged, or just not working correctly, please let us know so that we can correct it before the next guest arrives.
When you have a chance, please consider giving us a five-star review of your stay. It was our pleasure to host you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Meredith
Located in Meredith, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Robert V. Riddell State Park and West Davenport Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bowl Winkles and Hobart Book Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cooperstown All Star Village Fields or Interskate 88. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

East Meredith, NY
What's nearby
- Interskate 88 - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
- Foothills Performing Arts Center - 22 min drive - 21.5 km
- Hartwick College - 23 min drive - 21.5 km
- State University of New York-Oneonta - 23 min drive - 21.8 km
- Cooperstown All Star Village Fields - 31 min drive - 28.3 km
Restaurants
- TK's Diner - 8 min drive
- Tim Hortons
- Meredith Inn - 13 min drive
- The Ponds Restaurant - 16 min walk
- Joey's Outback Bar an Grill - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Todd M Heyn

Todd and Stacia Heyn are native to Oneonta NY. We grew up along the Susquehanna River with many fond memories. We briefly left the area but came back to raise our son, Noah, so he could enjoy the foothills of the Catskills and all its beauty that upstate New York has to offer.
Why they chose this property
Todd inherited the 120-acre property several years ago. The property is nestled in the Valley of Meredith. In one direction you can see the valley below and in the other direction you can see the ridge tops of beautiful hills of Delaware County.
What makes this property unique
The retreat sits next to a beautiful pond that was built by Todd's father 35 years ago. It is surrounded by conifer's that give it a tranquil and serene feel for the rest and relaxation that you may need. You will enjoy the wildlife that inhabits the woods and fields. These include deer, turkey, geese, rabbits and the occasional eagle. Enjoy a hike through the many marked trails that our property has to offer, do some fishing, or take a dip in the pond.
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