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Hilltop Home on 10 acres w/ hot tub, fire-pit + solar

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hilltop Home on 10 acres w/ hot tub, fire-pit + solar

Welcome to our secluded country hideaway, located near the charming Dutchess County towns of Amenia, Millerton and Millbrook. We sit up on a hill overlooking a farm pasture, surrounded by woods and a grassy expanse on 10 very private acres. Our home has 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, sleeps 9, a spiral staircase into a kids loft, a media room, hot tub, firepit, BBQ grill, parking and much more. We installed a new solar array in 2022 that powers the entire home.

Our home has 3 bedrooms, sleeps 9, a media room, an open kitchen, dining and living room areas, 3 full bathrooms, 2 king beds, a queen bed, bunkbeds, a sleeper sofa and two large decks with nice views. We have radiant floor heating throughout the house, and wall A/C units in all of the bedrooms and living room areas so it stays nice and cool in the summer months. Our large main deck has a gas BBQ grill and table and chairs that are perfect for outside dining. The other, more secluded deck has a hot tub, outside shower and chaise deck chairs. There is a very big side yard for yard games and endless, safe kid entertainment plus a tree swing. We also just installed a large gas generator, just in case the power goes out, so you would not be affected, if it did. Plus a high grade HEPA air purifier to help those with seasonal allergies.

Exterior Cameras: please note that we have an exterior Arlo doorbell camera on the front door, which we use for package deliveries and security, as well as an exterior camera 200 feet from the home up our hill above the solar panels to monitor the home condition (eg - tree fall, snow on roof, etc.)

* NOTE: Our family is allergic to pet hair so we have a 1-pet maximum policy, a pet fee for the additional wear and tear, and ask that all pets come with their own bed and linens.

Property manager

Mark Jackson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 9
Note from host: inquiry before
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number H21-017

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Secluded Dutchess County Hideaway 10 acres sleeps 9 pets!

About the neighborhood

Map
Amenia, NY

What's nearby

  • Millbrook Vineyards and Winery - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Lime Rock Park - 28 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Omega Institute - 31 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Mohawk Mountain Ski Area - 38 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Bard College - 41 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Rhinecliff Station - 39 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fudgy's Ice Cream - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Four Brothers Pizza Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Santo Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Round Tuit - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stissing House - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop Home on 10 acres w/ hot tub, fire-pit + solar pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Home on 10 acres w/ hot tub, fire-pit + solar?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Home on 10 acres w/ hot tub, fire-pit + solar?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hilltop Home on 10 acres w/ hot tub, fire-pit + solar located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Trevor Zoo, Stanford Recreation Park, and Buttercup Farm Audubon Sanctuary. Amenia Free Library and Amenia Town Hall are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Hilltop Home on 10 acres w/ hot tub, fire-pit + solar Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnne J., Pleasantville, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
This unique house atop a hill, surrounded by forest land is completely private, secluded, quiet, and peaceful. When you step outside, all you hear is the sound of birds or squirrels rustling through the leaves. The air is so clean. Such a perfect place. The house itself is comfortable and well equipped. The hosts have thought of everything to make your stay relaxed and easy. The kitchen has everything you need if you enjoy cooking. The bedrooms are just perfect with plenty of room and comfortable bedding. The hot tub is just an added perk. The location is rural and the cow farm across the street is such a delight. The mooing of cows is just the perfect accompaniment to this special area. Eva and Mark are wonderful hosts. This is a place worth visiting to enjoy nature and find serenity.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rikah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a true getaway
We had a fantastic day… The house was very clean and had everything we needed. It was a bit of a different experience for us city girls, but the perfect house to relax and venture into the surrounding areas from. The host communicated very well and responded to any questions we had very quickly. Would highly recommend this house if you truly want to get away from it all. The view from the home was absolutely stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway!!!
Our family had such an amazing time during our stay! The house has a great layout and there’s plenty to do between the hot tub, fire pit and sledding down the hill on the side of the house. The kids are already asking when we are going back! Mark was a very gracious host and checked in regularly to assure we had everything we needed. I highly recommend staying here during any season! We will certainly be back! Thanks again Mark! Jim Carr
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
70 th Birthday Celebration
We enjoyed a beautiful, snow filled weekend in this wonderful home! We spent lots of time playing games, building a snowman and enjoying the homes many amenities. Would highly recommend this property for any occasion. Owners and property manager were very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samira I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and Spacious Upstate Retreat
Seven friends and I were looking for a large space to escape Brooklyn and Queens to spend a long weekend playing board games and enjoying some fresh air, and we could not have chosen a better spot. This home had every possible amenity, and each one of us had comfortable space to spread out and rest. We took advantage of the fire pit, the huge dining space (perfect for our group meals and long game nights!), and all the trails and wonderful recommendations our hosts provided in the area. We also got a total kick out of the records and record player and the surprise view of the highland cattle farm across the way—a huge treat for all the animal lovers in our group. Mark, Eva, and Rudy were very easy to communicate with when a personal emergency popped up and also were so kind to check in with us upon arrival and on our last day checking out. Would easily recommend this stay to anyone looking for an upstate getaway and would gladly stay here again. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving and Birthday celebrations
Hosts were beautifully responsive and open to any suggestions or needs we had. Property is very quiet and beautiful although please be mindful of ticks and take all precautions. We so appreciated their solar panels and their commitment to getting off of fossil fuels as best as they can in their home. All the rooms are wonderful and our granddaughters especially enjoyed going up the winding staircase to the loft which served as a lovely play space for them. The kitchen however is rather small, We were 6 adults who all enjoy cooking so with limited counter space and an abundance of food to prepare, it was a challenge but we of course managed. The hosts provided many games, books and puzzles and we all had great fun with many of them. Thanks Eva and Mark for opening your home and for the delightful bottle of wine. Peace and blessings to you and your family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sheep and Wool Festival stay
Our group of 6 had a lovely stay at Mark and Eva's cabin. The check in process was easy and both the owners and property manager, Rudy, were very responsive to any questions we had. The kitchen was well equipped with anything we needed and we really enjoyed the outdoor space, as the weather allowed. Our only feedback is that the common spaces were a bit lacking in comfortable hang out space for a group of our size. The dining table was really the only place that we could all be together. There's certainly room to set up some sort of living room space with plenty of seating for all. Overall a great stay and excellent location.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

max f., Philadelphia, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
clean, spacious, peaceful, secluded
We enjoyed our stay! The property is so private, set back way off the road with trees all around. There's a substantial yard area where our kids could run around. Across the way from the deck, we could see cows out to pasture on a hillside. Property was both clean and well taken care of with newer and mid/upscale comfy furniture. A couple things worth considering about this place is that it has a single enormous master bedroom that connects to a second deck with the hot tub. The only other way to access the hot tub is to walk outside and around the house. The other two bedrooms are pretty average, so it takes some diplomacy if you're sharing the place with other couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity on a Hill
What a relaxing long weekend away with family - both young ones (1.5 & 4) and grandparents! The home is exactly as advertised - spacious enough for plenty of room to spread out and play on rainy days, and with a luxurious yard for adventures in the beautiful weather. Would also definitely be a great spot for several couples looking to get away together. The location is great - drivable to basic needs (grocery & restaurants), fun times (golf & a drive-in), and classic outings (hikes & hudson valley sights). And both the owners and property manager Rudy are readily available as needed and unobtrusive when not. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madeline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
GORGEOUS!
Where do I begin? Mark, Eva, and Rudy have such a beautiful home and were such wonderful, inviting, accommodating hosts. The 6 of us were looking for peace and quiet in the country over Veteran's Day Weekend and they absolutely delivered on that. We felt totally at peace and welcome and it made our time there that much better. (Bonus points for the hot tub - we spent so much time chatting and stargazing in it!) We are so beyond thankful for everything and definitely can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021