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Breathtaking Lake and Mountain View 90 Miles From NYC

Breathtaking Lake and Mountain View 90 Miles From NYC

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Front lawn
Property grounds
How do you want to spend your time on the lake?
View from Main House, porch, dining room, master bedroom and more
Lake at the beginning of Fall - great for leaf peepers!

Overview of Breathtaking Lake and Mountain View 90 Miles From NYC

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Pine Plains, NY
  • Popular LocationThompson Pond5 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Taghkanic State Park21 min drive
  • Popular LocationOmega Institute28 min drive
  • AirportHudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Blue Bedroom

Green Bunk Bedroom

Master

Peach Bedroom

Pink Bedroom

Yellow bedroom

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 bathroom first floor

Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom (Green)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3rd floor (Blue)

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3rd floor (Yellow Room)

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Breathtaking Lake and Mountain View 90 Miles From NYC

Our picturesque 100 year old Victorian country home is located in the Hudson Valley all on 11 acres, with a breathtaking view of the 125 acre Stissing Lake at the base of Stissing Mountain.

Stissing Lake House is complete with 6 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths main house, a breathtaking lake and mountain view and super fast 400 mb mesh wifi perfect for working from home. Plus an additional 2 bedroom 2 bath guest cabin (available for rent separately Oct to May).

In 2022, we renovated our lovely property with 36 brand new windows throughout, new appliances, updated bedding, drapes and furnishings. It's a fabulous comfortable, not fancy, historic country home decorated with family heirlooms, a superb kitchen, all with a spectacular view you just can't get enough of.

Jerry Herman, one of the most successful songwriters for the musical theater in his generation, wrote the music and lyrics to Hello, Dolly! here.

Stissing Lake House has personality - this property is all about the outdoors and is perfect for family gatherings, those that enjoy fabulous sunsets, gorgeous views and sitting around a campfire.

Our little slice of heaven is now available for seasonal rental - we rent weekly and monthly and offer longterm rentals. We will also consider a swap for a like property in other parts of the world.

Rental package includes use of a ton of kayaks, a canoe, paddleboat, SUP, swimming platform, dock, and some bikes!

Comfortably sleeps 13 in the main house. Bedroom breakdown:

2nd floor:
Master bedroom: Antique king bed, sitting area, ensuite bathroom with double clawfoot bathtub and separate double marble shower
Pink room: French mahogany double sleigh bed
Peach room: 18th century American four poster spindle bed
Green hall bathroom with shower & tub

3rd floor:
Blue bedroom: Antique spindle queen bed, ensuite bathroom with clawfoot bathtub and hand shower
Yellow bedroom: 19th century wrought iron queen bed & infant crib, ensuite bathroom with shower
Green bunk room: set of bunk beds (double bed bottom, single upper and loft bed for those physically able to climb a ladder).

Our property is in demand, we have repeat visitors every year who find the property worth what we charge. We only offer discounts for stays of one month or longer depending on season as follows:

Weekends Friday/Saturday $3,000 Holiday $4,500
Weekly $4,500 -$8,000
Monthly $18,000 - 28,000

We also offer our Guest Cabin as an additional rental. It is separate and located down the driveway from the main house. The 2 bedroom, 2 bath guest cabin is available depending on time of year from $200 -250/nightly. The rustic guest cabin has hardwood floors, country kitchen, 2 baths (one with claw foot tub). One bedroom has a double bed, the other bedroom has one double and one single bed.

We've hosted many memorable family reunions, special 30th, 40th, 50th and 60th birthdays, wedding anniversaries, movie and music video shoots. Unfortunately we do not host weddings or events greater than 30. It's a fabulous property to share with your friends! You can learn more about us at stissinglakehouse or If9 you1 want7 to6 speak0 please4 put4 the7 numbers4 together4.

Property manager

Antoinette Bruno
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check out Trash: Please remove garbage from the house and put into trash cans located on the drive way. Recyclables go lose into Orange lid can.
Please close windows when checking out
Utilities for long-term rentals are additional

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Pine Plains

Located in Pine Plains, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Harlem Valley Rail Trail and Lake Taghkanic State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hornets Nest Paintball and Northern Dutchess Botanical Gardens. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pine Plains, NY

What's nearby

  • Thompson Pond - 5 min walk
  • Lake Taghkanic State Park - 21 min drive
  • Dutchess County Fairgrounds - 28 min drive
  • Omega Institute - 28 min drive
  • Bard College - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhinecliff Station - 27 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 14 min drive
  • Moose On The Loose Sandwich Shop - 17 min walk
  • Cider Bros Roadhouse - 15 min drive
  • Jenny's Bar-B-Q - 12 min drive
  • Lia's Moutain View Restaurant - 3 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Autumn weekend by a lake
We were a group of family and friends celebrating our 65th birthdays. Friday evening we grilled salmon on the huge outdoor charcoal grill. The kids rambled on the lawn and hammocks. Everyone loved the ambiance and comfort of the home. The hike to the fire tower on Mt. Stissing was a hit, as was the coconut cream cake at Stissing Lake House restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynda p., nyc, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely week
We celebrated 4 birthdays this week and this Victorian home was lovely for the occasion and well situated on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C., Natick MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stissing Lake- a retreat for the whole family
Stissing Lake home and property were perfect for our family of 12. The grounds were spacious and provided plenty of space for our family games( badminton, croquet, wiffle ball), as well as a wrap around porch overlooking the lake that gave us time for conversation and quiet reflection. There is a Nature Conservancy park just a short walk from the home and we took advantage of the Harlem Bike trail for a family bike day. The beds were very comfortable for all of us. The home is spacious. The host was easy to communicate with and her son was close by for any questions or concerns. Our family is grateful to have been given this chance for a reunion after such a long pandemic year . Thank you Antoinette and Kendrick.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Caitlin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
picturesque summer getaway
Our party (adults and young children) enjoyed our stay at this house and suited a large group well. The house came stocked with cookware, games, and outdoor activities. Each room was unique and charming, and our bed was extremely comfortable. The location was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jon S.

Lake, mountain, bonfire, lots of room for family and friends...what more can you ask for!
Fun on the water! What a great time swimming, kayaking, fishing, etc. We were a group of around 10, including small children and the house easily accommodated everyone. The lovely house is situated right on the lake and could not have been more tranquil. A giant bonfire, BBQ, smores and stargazing at night complemented the daytime activities on the water, the hiking up Mt. Stissing, as well as the excursions to Rhinebeck and environs. Pine Plains is super quaint with some great restaurants and markets and wine shops. Mostly we enjoyed whiling away the days on the porch and the hammock, the cool breeze coming off the lake while the kids played on the lawns and in the water. We cooked up a storm in the commercial-grade kitchen. Do understand that the house is not new and as such lacks certain mod-cons, but to us this only accented the charm. Suggest a deep cleaning throughout before the busy season next summer as there is some accumulation. Otherwise we were smitten and hope to return!

About the host

Hosted by Antoinette Bruno

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You can find me at StarChefs magazine based in Brooklyn, where I'm the Editor-in-Chief, lucky enough to travel the world meeting chefs and tasting their cuisine!

Why they chose this property

With breathtaking views, our little slice of heaven, provides refuge from the rest of life. Enjoy a glass of rose on the porch or swimming dock at dusk to start unwinding. Lie in the hammock, hike Stissing Mountain or the Thompson pond nature reserve, and ride a bike around the lake.

Our property is the perfect venue for an intimate birthday, wedding anniversary or family reunion. We do not host weddings on our property but are happy to host the wedding family.

The Hudson Valley is a fabulous region to explore and we are happy to help you organize hiking trips, antiquing excursions, and/or horseback riding all close by.

What makes this property unique

125 acre swimming lake (motorized boats not allowed), breathtaking view, adult and children's bikes, fire pit, gigantic 37' Weber Kettle grill, fishing rods, boats lots of boats: kayaks, canoe, paddle boat… all included. (Sailboat available for hire separately).

Fully stocked fabulous restaurant kitchen with 6 burner Jade Range, 24" grill, ovens, incredible selection of cookware, appliances galore including vitaprep, rice cooker, slow cooker, pancake griddle, chipshot, coffee maker, microwave, and more!

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