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Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse

Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse

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Overview of Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Marlboro, NY
  • Popular LocationBenmarl Vineyards and Winery5 min drive
  • Popular LocationDia Beacon17 min drive
  • Popular LocationSplashDown Beach21 min drive
  • AirportMontgomery, NY (MGJ-Orange County)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse

This is a 2 BR/2.5 bath Orchard Keeper's Apartment that occupies the entire second floor of the Marlboro Farmhouse that was built in 1873. We have lovingly renovated this property to provide a relaxing Hudson Valley getaway for your group.

We’re centrally located between Beacon, New Paltz, Kingston, and West Point, and close to many local farms, wineries, and some of the best hiking in the Hudson Valley. If you would like to book both 1st and 2nd floor units together please contact us directly.

Our farmhouse was built in 1873 on part of the original George Weigand homestead, settled in 1744. Nestled at the base of the Marlboro Mountains, the house is well set back from the road, with expansive lawns, a pond and meandering stream that flows through a mature birch grove.

We are lovingly restoring the landscape and gardens at the heart of this historic estate, which includes wetlands hosting many different species of native bird life, and a large reservoir where migrating Canadian geese, cranes, hawks, and other birds are commonly seen.

This completely private second floor apartment is filled with antiques, original details such as French doors, Bay Windows, and wide plank floorboards. We have lovingly curated several book collections so that you may sit in any of several sun-drenched spaces to read, relax, or enjoy conversation.

The open-concept kitchen is fully stocked for your stay at the farmhouse including coffee, spices, and cook books.

The master bedroom has been updated with a few modern touches and features the original floor boards, a queen bed, writing desk, vintage train trunk and fully renovated en-suite bathroom.

The double bedroom, complete with its own en-suite, has one king and one queen bed - great for families, kids, slumber parties, girls weekend getaways, (or the snoring couples of the bunch)...

There is plenty of outdoor space for grilling, picnicking, and entertainment. We have croquet, horseshoes, badminton and plenty of space for other lawn games.

Please Note: This second floor unit is not pet friendly - if you want to bring your dog or a need to accommodate larger groups, the first floor is also available to book and is listed on VRBO #1258065. The third floor is reserved for owner use.

*If you would like to book both 1st and 2nd floor units together please contact us with requested dates.

The base nightly rate includes two guests; each additional guest is $35/person/night. We chose this pricing structure to accommodate parties of all sizes.

Property manager

Mark&Whitney

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Living area
Cozy 1890's Hopewell Jct. NY Charmer
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, (5 reviews)
Cozy 1890's Hopewell Jct. NY Charmer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
House is NOT childproofed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Marlboro

This apartment is located in Marlboro. Benmarl Vineyards and Winery and Quartz Rock Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Orange County Choppers and Poughkeepsie Galleria. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dutchess Stadium or McCann Ice Arena. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marlboro, NY

What's nearby

  • Benmarl Vineyards and Winery - 5 min drive
  • Dia Beacon - 17 min drive
  • Marist College - 20 min drive
  • SplashDown Beach - 21 min drive
  • Vassar College - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Poughkeepsie Station - 20 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lawrence Farms Orchards - 9 min drive
  • China Rose - 4 min drive
  • Domenico's Pizzeria - 12 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 5 min drive
  • Casa Ortega - 25 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Art workshop at Riverside
Excellent! Such a beautiful spot. Whitney and Mark were wonderful hosts. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gordon F., Remsen, NY USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Experience
Whitney & John were excellent hosts. The property was extremely spacious and very comfortable. We loved the location and found the neighborhood quiet. I can’t recommend this property highly enough!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our time at the farmhouse
Every detail for a comfortable stay has been carefully considered. The hosts were very welcoming, and available to answer all our questions about the surrounding area. We felt at home at the farmhouse. Thank you Whitney, we enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Whitney and Mark are amazing hosts. They made everything easy for us, including making themselves available. We loved the upstairs - it was comfortable and had everything we needed to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Farmhouse
This experience exceeded our expectations in every way. The apartment was lovely and very convenient to everything we wanted to do during our Hudson Valley vacation. The kitchen, living space, and bedrooms were comfortable and charming. Whitney and Mark were so attentive and gracious in answering our (many) questions. We cannot recommend this more enthusiastically.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mark&Whitney

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We fell in love with the Hudson River Valley and everything it has to offer including the abundance of wineries, farms, orchards, hiking trails and museums. We love the artistic community in this area and often frequent DI: Beacon, Storm King Art Center, and local galleries and festivals. We have lived across the United States from California, Chicago, Florida, North Carolina, New York City and have now decided to make the Hudson Valley our home. This area provides a coziness and certain slowness that we indulge in as city transplants.

When we found the farmhouse we instantly felt a connection and a duty to restore her to her former glory. The house and property were in quite disarray and we have/are slowly and methodically renovating our way through the house. The house boasts over 7,000 square feet of unique spaces and the grounds have an abundance of cypress trees, meandering grape vines, two ponds and a beautiful stream.

We keep the third floor apartment for ourselves and our two loving dogs; we may be on site during your stay to tend to the gardens and maintenance of the house. If you need assistance with anything we are available 24/7 either through Airbnb or direct text to help make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Why they chose this property

Marlboro is a wonderful little gem of a town. The little downtown has Franks Deli, Brix Gastropub, The Falcon Music Venue, The Raccoon Saloon... what more do you really need?

For those seeking to explore the rich local heritage of art & history during your stay, there are many institutions within a short drive from the house:

DIA: Beacon is a renowned contemporary art museum directly across the river.

Storm King Art Center is an open-air museum with the largest collection of contemporary outdoor sculptures in the U.S.

Washington’s Headquarters
The Vanderbilt Estate
The Roosevelt Estates
U.S. Military Academy at West Point
Culinary Institute of America
(The brief list here is just some of our favorites; we'd be happy to guide you to many more if that is what interests you)

We are close to the Walkway Over the Hudson and the Hudson Valley Rail Trail, and not far from Lake Minnewaska and Bear Mountain. We are on the Shawangunk Wine trail which includes the following Marlboro wineries: Benmarl, Glorie Farm Winery, Stoutridge Vinyard, Magnanini Winery and Nostrano Vineyards.

A few breweries in the area are Weed Orchards, Bad Seed Cider, Newburgh Brewing Company, Hudson Ale Works, Mill House Brewing Company, The Gluten Free Brewery, Weed Orchards, Blue Collar Brewery, North River Hops and Brewing, Obercreek Brewing Company, 2 Way Brewing Company, Hudson Valley Brewery, and Keegan Ales.

Attractions for families include the Children’s Museum in Poughkeepsie, the historic Gomez Mill House Museum, Rocking Horse Ranch, SSplashdown Beach Waterpark, Stony Kill Farm and Environmental Education Center

What makes this property unique

At night, there is almost no light pollution, and the stars in the sky overhead are stunning... You will hear: frogs in the pond, roosters from the farms down the road, coyotes up on the mountainside, owls in the grove of birch trees, tractors driving past, the orchard horn at noon, Canadian Geese flying overhead... and at night: silence (punctuated softly once in a while by the train whistle from across the river.
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