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<2mi to UAlbany+Private Driveway+600MBWFH+SmartHome+Kid-Friendly+Backyard Movies

Holiday home with a fitness centre, near University at Albany

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The living room has an open layout into the dining room.
Private bottom deck & yard-level space including a playground for the kids!
Kitchen equipped with assortment of teas, coffee, and hot chocolate and more.
Master bedroom w. newly renovated bathroom w. bidet & 2 separate closets.
The living room has an open layout into the dining room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, University at Albany
  • Place, Crossgates Mall
  • Place, Colonie Center Mall
  • Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

<2mi to UAlbany+Private Driveway+600MBWFH+SmartHome+Kid-Friendly+Backyard Movies


You’ll love the fast 600MB WiFi throughout—whether working or streaming. Inside, there’s a 75” smart TV, a fully stocked, updated kitchen and bathroom, and work desk with a printer. Outside, the backyard is a favorite w. a 120" projector for movie nights, a grill, and a heated firepit table to gather around.

It's also centrally located: close to just about everything you'll need and want. Just minutes from MVP Arena, malls, restaurants, colleges, hospitals, parks, downtown Albany & more.

The space
Welcome to your spacious, amenity-packed retreat —perfect for families, professionals, or friends traveling together.

Conveniently located near shopping malls, grocery stores, restaurants, hospitals, colleges, parks, the MVP arena, and downtown Albany, this home offers both convenience and comfort in one smart package.

This is one entire private unit, on the first floor and basement, within a 2-family home. You'll have your own private entrance, kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms, living spaces, basement with laundry, driveway, and backyard. The upstairs unit is separately occupied by a long-term tenant. The layout, amenities, and feel make it an ideal space for guests who want peace and privacy with the bonus of a safe, residential neighborhood.

Unwind with endless entertainment options: stream your favorite shows and movies with Netflix, Max, Disney+, Apple TV, and more on the 75” Smart TV—or head outside for an unforgettable movie night under the stars on the 120” projector screen, complete with a heated firepit table and a feast fresh off the Pit Boss pellet smoker smart grill.

Stay productive with a dedicated work area featuring high-speed 600MB internet, a printer, and a paper shredder.

The fully stocked kitchen is ready for anything with a coffee maker, NutriBullet, slow cooker, waffle maker, food processor, and more.

The home comfortably sleeps guests across 4 beds (1 queen, 2 fulls, 1 twin), including a twin-over-full bunk bed in one bedroom. Each room features a mini-split AC unit for personalized climate control.

Enjoy the newly updated master bathroom with a bidet. We also include a few thoughtful extras like a hair dryer, straightener, and curler, some basic office supplies, an iron and ironing board, and fresh linens. In your basement, you'll find an elliptical, some dumbbells and a couple other pieces of fitness equipment along with a washer and dryer.

Outside, your private, fenced backyard oasis awaits—with a children’s playset (swings, slide, and climbing wall).

Driveway parking for up to 4 cars is included.

Your ideal stay awaits—modern, relaxing, and perfectly located.

*A baby changing table and a double stroller are available upon request for your convenience during your stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Backyard playground set is for children 12 and under only AND no more than 200lbs of weight total on the playground set at a time.
Fitness equipment is only for use by adults 18 and older.
Guest/s voluntarily assume all risks associated with using fitness equipment and backyard playground set.

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
This property uses solar energy
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Albany

Buckingham Lake - Crestwood, a neighbourhood in Albany, is home to this holiday home. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Crossgates Mall and Colonie Center Mall. Destroyer Escort Historical Museum and USS Slater are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling, ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Albany, NY

What's nearby

  • University at Albany - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Crossgates Mall - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Albany Medical Center - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Colonie Center Mall - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • MVP Arena - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Albany-Rensselaer Station - 11 min drive
  • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Madison Pourhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Uncommon Grounds Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Allen Street Pub - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is <2mi to UAlbany+Private Driveway+600MBWFH+SmartHome+Kid-Friendly+Backyard Movies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at <2mi to UAlbany+Private Driveway+600MBWFH+SmartHome+Kid-Friendly+Backyard Movies?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at <2mi to UAlbany+Private Driveway+600MBWFH+SmartHome+Kid-Friendly+Backyard Movies?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is <2mi to UAlbany+Private Driveway+600MBWFH+SmartHome+Kid-Friendly+Backyard Movies located?

Located in Buckingham Lake - Crestwood, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Westland Hills Park and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from University at Albany. Albany Institute of History Art and Westgate Plaza are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liked the big tv for movies and big table for games!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was GREAT...The house was perfect!!Everything was as advertised and the owner were very responsive!!. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is visiting the area and wants to stay in a BEAUTIFUL house.Wish I could give it more than 5 STARS!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House as advertised. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this as a one night stop on our way up North and it was such a great experience. It was spacious and comfortable. Very well lit. Very clean. The amenities were great! The back deck was the perfect unwind from a long trip. My 6 yo loved the swingset. The hosts included a lot of really sweet and thoughtful touches. Kids books and magazines in the bunk bed room. Books and puzzles and decks of cards in the living room. A piano which my kids were obsessed with. Free use of streaming services. 10/10 recommend if you’re going to be in Albany.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Liza Powell

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Hello! I’m an Albany (aka Smalbany) native & host just a few houses down from where I grew up—this neighborhood is full of memories & means a lot to me. Albany’s given me so much, so I try to pay it forward by volunteering w. a few local nonprofits that target inner-city kids, while also working in the public health field.

Although I've always lived in Albany, I love exploring new places & learning about different locations' cultures & history.

Why they chose this property

Just minutes from downtown Albany and several shopping malls as well as walking distance to a variety of parks, I love the convenience of this location and family-friendly-nature of this neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

If you're visiting the Albany-area, the LOCATION of this property is prime!

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