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'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY

'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY

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Overview of 'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY

8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Woodstock, NY
  • Popular LocationWoodstock Music Shop2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSweetHeart Gallery3 min walk
  • Popular LocationWoodstock Public Library5 min walk
  • Popular LocationWoodstock Golf Club10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY

This is a charming 'Camping Cabin' in the woods on more than 23 acres of woodlands overlooking a 1 1/2 acre lake. [Some would call it a pond, but it is 10 feet deep with a thermocline, by definition, a lake - more on that below]
This tiny cabin has a maximum occupancy of 2 adults, or two adults and a child. There is a queen size mattress in the sleeping loft, and the bench on the first floor has a 6 inch thick foam seat that is the size of a single bed. If you are considering more than two, there is a Sioux Tipi on the 20 acres that has two beds. It can be rented separately or together with the cabin.
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You don’t need a car to come to this wonderful 23 acre paradise!  From NewYork City, there is a bus to Saugerties New York.  The bus stop is 5 miles from the property, so the taxi fare is modest.   Search for “Stagecoach Taxi” and you’ll find the phone number. If you prefer, you can take the train to Rhinecliff, New York, but the taxi will cost more, as that is 20 miles.  There is a small deli / market within walking distance – 1 mile.  The market on Tuesdays offers Pakistani dinners that we recommend.  Some days they prepare Mango Lassi, highly recommended!
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This property has one other retreat on the 23 acres, A Sioux Tipi, but it cannot be seen from this cabin. [As the crow flies, it is about 200 feet away] Chloe's Cabin is insulated and is heated. There is a sleeping loft with a queen size mattress accessed by a ladder. Chloe's Cabin is 8 feet by 10 feet, and 13 feet high, plus a covered porch. The cabin does not having running water inside. There is a water well with a solar powered pump [see below]. The cabin is not connected to the electric grid - that's what 'camping cabin' refers to. We have installed a small solar electric system. This provides 12 V DC to operate a lamp in the cabin and the pump at the well. The Tipi Room has electricity and can be used to charge electronics.
There is a Kevlar canoe for your use. Lake has lots of fish - bass, sunnies, and carp. The forest has lots of wildlife, deer, fox, bear, wild turkeys, owls, etc. For cooking there is a 2 burner Coleman camp stove, and outside, a fireplace with a grill. It is an idyllic getaway for those who appreciate nature.
In 2018, we plumbed and electrified a small outbuilding [the "Tipi Room"] that is about 200 feet from the cabin. The Tipi Room has hot and cold running water, a toilet, sink, outdoor shower, a microwave oven, and a small refrigerator. As it is not a heated building, the water must be shut off and drained in late October or early November, and is not turned on again until April. [Otherwise, the plumbing would freeze and break]. The Tipi Room and the facilities are shared with the guests, if any, staying at a Sioux Tipi, which is the only other structure on the 23 acre property. Year around, it has electricity, if you need to run an appliance or charge a device. In winter, when the water at the Tipi Room must be shut off, there is a well near the cabin with water that operates all year around.
There is a floating dock at the edge of the lake. The canoe and the floating dock are shared with guests of the tipi. The dock has a ladder, which is the best way to access the lake to swim.
About the area: Saugerties is about 3 miles away, a sweet village with numerous antique shops. The center of Woodstock is 8 miles from the property. The equestrian 'HITS' is nearby. This is at the edge of the Catskill Mountains, with fishing, hiking, tubing, and other outdoor activities nearby. For the past 32 years, this has been one of our favorite retreats, starting in 2011 we began to share it with like-minded people.
In the summer months the lake has watermeal, tiny pinhead size leaves that float on the surface. When it's breezy, the lake surface is clear of it, when it's totally calm the leaves spread out on the lake. When cold weather comes, they're gone. Our favorite times there are October through May. The cold weather makes the water clear, lake-like, in summer, it looks more like a pond.
A guest has suggested we caution that getting into the sleeping loft requires climbing a ladder, and, if one is not physically fit, old, or overweight, it could be a problem. I am 80 years old, though, and it's still easy for me. As this is a safety issue, please err on the side of caution -- if in doubt, please do not book this cabin. We request anyone much over 200 pounds not book the cabin because of the loft ladder.
Below is the outline of a plan we started with in summer 2011, to share it in a way that is reasonably priced without putting too many demands on our time. So far, it has worked out really well, and almost all the more than 300 guests over the past few years have enjoyed their stay.
When we started thinking about the possibility of sharing it, the question was, how can we do it? The question we faced was, how to make it reasonable in cost, and at the same time, deal with cleaning and housekeeping that goes with having a rental. Our goal was to be able to keep this charming spot, not as a profitable business, but at least have the expenses and taxes covered. After we retired, owning and maintaining a $500,000. property just to camp a few weekends a year became extravagant.
To make sharing the cabin work, we decided to ask guests to bring their own sleeping bags and towels, and that they “leave it as they found it” This has worked well, it seems that guests who are interested in this type of retreat are respectful of the property and of the next guest. Most all guests have left the cabin in good shape and clean - this has exceeded our expectations and has been gratifying.. If you're not prepared to leave the cabin clean and tidy, with all the dishes and utensils washed, please don't book this cabin.
Every month or so we check out the cabin to restock supplies and fix deficiencies, if any. We have at the cabin plates, glasses, utensils, toilet paper, paper towels, candles, a Coleman 2 burner propane stove for cooking, and fuel for it. As it is camping, we ask that you bring sleeping bags, a flashlight, matches, etc. - what you would for any camping trip. If you don't have sleeping bags, you can bring queen size sheets, there are quilts and pillows at the cabin.
In front of the cabin there's a fireplace with a grill. The woods are full of kindling. We supply seasoned and split firewood. IN DRY SEASON BE SURE NO COMBUSTIBLES ARE NEAR THE FIRE PIT WHEN YOU MAKE A FIRE, AND DON'T LEAVE AN UNATTENDED FIRE. There is a maul for splitting the seasoned firewood. In 2019, we purchased a “kindling cracker” for the cabin, a really cool device for making kindling from firewood.. We send a photo of it, plus a "campfire primer" to guests after booking.
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Following are notes sent to us by guests who spent a week at the cabin in 2014, with information about getting to the cabin if you don't have a car, and about the [then] new well:
'- For anyone without a car, the bus from NYC to Saugerties is excellent, the Saugerties Stagecoach taxi to the cabin was not costly.. We brought enough food for 7 days in our backpacks, no problem. [Host’s note: If you don't bring all the food you need with you, there's a market one mile away that's shown on the topo map we send]
- We drank the well water - it was perfect. . .
Spam heads up:
If you don’t receive an email from us with maps and key information shortly after you book, let us know, sometimes our emails to guests go into their spam folder.
A recent inquiry asked some questions and we copy them and our reply below:
1) Is it safe there? (I mean, are there any strangers and/or any dangerous animals around?)
2) Is the lake swimmable?
3) How far is the lake from the cabin?
Answers
It is safe around here. No dangerous animals. We have seen bears a few times on the property, but they are not dangerous. We did have to buy a “bear-proof” trash can. Lots of wildlife, we have seen over the years wild turkey, great blue heron, geese, green heron, ducks, foxes, deer, and now there's a resident beaver family. The lake has sunnies and bass. You may see our enormous grass carp, nearly 3 feet, we introduced years ago to eat algae - it is vegetarian, so you can't catch it with bait. It is advisable not to leave food or anything outside that would attract bears. In addition to fishing in the lake, we often see people fishing in the nearby reservoir from the bridge [see the topo map for location].
> The cabin is about 75 feet from the lake, on a little hill overlooking it.
Is it swimmable? For us, it is swimmable, whenever the water is warm enough. We often use flotation devices [little inner tubes or rafts one can buy for a few dollars]. In the fall through spring, up until some time in June or so, it is clear and "lake-like." Sometime starting in June, watermeal grows. Watermeal is a plant like a tiny pinhead size leaf. It floats on the surface of the water. When there’s a breeze, it blows to the edge of the lake and the surface is clear of it. If there is no wind, it spreads over the lake. Also, the water gets more pond-like in summer.- some people wouldn't choose to swim in it, but we do. The lake maintains a thermocline all summer - the surface water gets warm, and the deeper water, several inches below the surface, stays cool - having a thermocline is one of the differences that distinguishes a lake from a pond.

Property manager

andrew peck

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Boating on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby

General

  • Unit size: 80 sq ft (7 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Woodstock

Located in Woodstock, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. SweetHeart Gallery and Bethel Woods Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hudson Valley Mall and Vinnie's Farm Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dietz Stadium, or consider a night out at Byrdcliffe Barn. Water tubing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby.

What's nearby

  • Woodstock Music Shop - 2 min walk
  • Woodstock Public Library - 5 min walk
  • Woodstock Golf Club - 10 min walk
  • Bethel Woods Museum - 7 min drive
  • Overlook Mountain Trailhead - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhinecliff-Kingston Station - 27 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Colony - 2 min walk
  • Steve's Pizza & Deli - 10 min drive
  • Silvia - 3 min walk
  • Catskill Mountain Pizza - 3 min walk
  • Hickory - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at 'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY on 30 Mar 2024 start from £118.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at 'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 'A Place in the Woods' - Cabin on Chloe's Lake on 23 acres near Woodstock, NY located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps away from Woodstock Music Shop and SweetHeart Gallery. Woodstock Public Library and Woodstock Artists Cemetery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 36 reviews" "

6.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique!
Great stay for the night. Off the grid living. We’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

I could not find it showed up after dark and did not see any cabin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Julisse C.

Very Rustic
A bit overpriced for what was available. Very rustic, no bathroom, dirty sheets.. it needs to be cleaned more often. Lake was filthy.. An AC would be nice in 95 degrees.. this would be a great place for a hunter...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

William

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Drove in drove out
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Anki K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Overpriced cabin, but nature was nice
The cabin is much overpriced. A decent price should be about $65-$80 a night. It is smelly and needs a new a new sleeping mattress as well as a new mattress for the downstairs seating. I could not even sit on it for the smell. There was also a lack of large mugs and bowls for cooking. But the view and the nature with deer, beavers, herons, turkeys and a snake (cottonmouth at the edge of the lake) were wonderful and I enjoyed sitting at the fire pit in the evenings. There is a 10 minute walk (or two minute paddle across in the canoe) to the tipi room with the toilet and the outdoor shower (which is surrounded by broken glass and is viewable from the road). Luckily there was no one in the tipi across the lake other than one night and when we were both sitting at the lake/pond in the evening we were looking right at each other which is a little strange. I did not find the lake/pond swimmable, the deck was falling apart and the ladder was not attached. There was also something in the lake that ate a big bird one evening, so I stayed on shore. So nature is a plus while the accommodations could use some updating and improvement.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

2/10 Terrible

Dean S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Place was filthy, smelly , unkept .Dirty underwear left on bed
Never again

2/10 Terrible

jenny b.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Gross and smelly
we did not stay because it was disgusting .*

10/10 Excellent

Danny A.

Simple and calm
Nice land, very pretty and calm. Cabin was adorable and cozy. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was exactly what is was supposed to be. Quaint, quiet, and relaxing. Previous guests leave behind small food items and supplies, as we did as well. It was a rustic outing without being completly without. It wasnt an issue sharing with the tipi group either. Just a couple of recommendations... shower curtain for outdoor shower, pathway around shower to keep feet clean. Update of locations to go for hiking and water holes. We found a couple that were listed are no longer active. Other than that. No complaints and we are definitely going back. Wanted to actually rent both the cabin and tipi for Father's day weekend but wasnt available. Thank you for sharing this beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin stay
Cozy small cabin with a great view of the lake. A trip you should be well prepared for in a sense of camping materials. We also like to be overly prepared. Our 2 small dogs came along and had so much fun roaming around. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Woodstock
Structure Type
Cabin