Private Pool + Swim + Fish the Lake + Kayak | Waccabuc Lake House

An hour from New York City, the back roads of northern Westchester wind through stone walls and old hardwoods until they reach Waccabuc, a hamlet built around a chain of quiet lakes. Waccabuc Lake House sits right on the water. Swim off the shore, cast a line for the afternoon, or paddle out in the kayak provided with the home (available for use with a signed liability waiver) and watch the sunset color the whole lake.

Back on land, the private pool is ringed with loungers and shade umbrellas, and there are two ways to eat outside: an open-air table on the patio and a light-filled covered dining area with skylights and walls of windows, comfortable even when the weather has other plans. A wide lawn wraps the house, so there's room for lawn games, morning coffee in the grass, and kids running loose.

Inside, the layout stays open and easy. The living room centers on a fireplace, a den lined floor-to-ceiling with bookshelves invites slow mornings, and a dedicated TV room with a big screen and deep sofas handles movie nights. The navy-walled dining room seats the whole group of 10 under a brass chandelier, steps from a kitchen with stainless appliances, marble-look counters, and a blue island made for grazing. A dedicated office keeps remote workdays productive, and a washer and dryer make longer stays simple.

Five bedrooms sleep 10. Three hold queen beds, one holds a double, and the king suite comes with its own fireplace and private entrance. Cribs in two of the bedrooms make traveling with little ones easier.

The surrounding towns are half the charm. Katonah is a short drive west for its walkable village, the Katonah Museum of Art, concerts at Caramoor, and Metro-North trains to Grand Central, while Bedford's historic green, shops, and restaurants are just down the road. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Westchester's largest park, is about 10 minutes away with 40-plus miles of trails, and Ridgefield, Connecticut's boutiques and the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum sit just across the state line.

AvantStay provides a personalized hospitality experience to elevate your stay. With our Concierge Service, guests have access to our tech-enabled services like fridge stocking, private chefs, massages, transportation, special occasion celebrations, baby gear rentals, ski gear, beach gear, and more.

Waccabuc is the kind of place Westchester locals keep to themselves. Often called New York's "secret suburb," this historic hamlet was settled as a family retreat in the late 18th century, and it still feels like one today: stone walls, quiet lanes, and open preserves just an hour north of Manhattan. Days here revolve around the outdoors. Lake Waccabuc is a favorite spot for fishing and boating, and the trails of Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Westchester's largest park, are minutes away in Cross River. When you're ready to venture out, the charming villages of Katonah, Bedford, and Ridgefield deliver farm-to-table dining, galleries, and summer concerts on the lawn at Caramoor. It's classic New England-style countryside without the long drive.

Local Attractions: Lake Waccabuc, Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Old Field Preserve, Waccabuc Country Club, Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, Katonah Museum of Art, John Jay Homestead, Muscoot Farm, Lasdon Park & Arboretum, Westmoreland Sanctuary, The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges, North Star Restaurant, La Vista Ristorante, Farmhouse Tavern, The Benjamin, Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, Katonah village shops, Bedford Village, Cross River Shopping Center.

Home Truths:
- Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Two full-size cribs are available for families traveling with small children.

Parking Details:
- Enjoy on-site parking for up to 10 vehicles.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

As a reminder, we do work with 3rd party vendors to maintain the property, and although we adhere to the strictest CDC guidelines and advise all contractors to wear PPE equipment, we can not always enforce. We strongly advise guests to please deny access if any vendors fail to meet and adhere to these standards.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.