House in Greenwood Lake, NY

A romantic cottage and artist's retreat looking down over an enchanted lake

A romantic cottage and artist's retreat looking down over an enchanted lake

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Stunning views
The Little House sign, and the view beyond.
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Garden!
Kitchen with all the necessities!

Overview of A romantic cottage and artist's retreat looking down over an enchanted lake

4.7 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 360 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Greenwood Lake, NY
  • Popular LocationContinental Road Trailhead8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSterling Forest State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWawayanda State Park10 min drive
  • AirportMontgomery, NY (MGJ-Orange County)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

A romantic cottage and artist's retreat looking down over an enchanted lake

The Little House is a 650 square foot cottage ideal for a couple or as a solo artist's/writer's retreat. It is a lovingly decorated country cottage. There is one large bedroom, one bathroom, and a book-lined living room complete with a fold-out futon for an extra guest. The bedroom is shaded by trees and is perfect for cool late-afternoon naps. The room has a vanity table and a large closet. The living room has wicker chairs, a gas fireplace, and a dvd player. The seven-mile lake can be seen from all windows. And the sliding door leads directly from the living room out to a large deck - a true highlight of the little house, as the view is breathtaking in all seasons!
The kitchen offers all the basic amenities including a microwave, washing machine, and a separate walk-in pantry complete with storage shelves and a washer and dryer.
On the property, there is a garden, a large garden shed, and an outdoor seating area. The entire property is bordered by rocks, trees, and such perennial plants as mint, sage, and tiger-lilies. Parking is available in the front of the house, and there is space for two cars.
A small private beach ('B beach'), shared with other residents of our Indian Park neighborhood, is a 10 minute down-hill walk away, or a 2 minute drive in the car. You also have access to the larger public beach in the village (a five minute drive). Bus transportation to and from New York City is at the bottom of our neighborhood -- again, a ten-minute walk down hill. Express and local buses on the New Jersey Transit System.
Finally, the Little House backs up against the Appalachian Trail so wonderful hikes abound. You can find a trail head (if courageous) on the upper roads of Indian Park, or enjoy other hiking opportunities in nearby Sterling Forest and Harriman State Park. Along with hiking, wineries, crafts, festivals and fairs can be found in the nearby towns of Warwick, Sugar Loaf, and Monroe, NY. -- The Little House has it all; come for the quiet, the peace, and the beauty of the lake, mountains, and sky.

Property manager

Julia Morris
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
There is a futon in the living room.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Greenwood Lake

Located in Greenwood Lake, this cottage is on a lake. Strazza Art Gallery and Frederick Franck's Pacem in Terris are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include LEGOLAND® New York and Skylands New Jersey Botanical Gardens. Castle Fun Center and Suffern Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Continental Road Trailhead - 8 min drive
  • Sterling Forest State Park - 8 min drive
  • Wawayanda State Park - 10 min drive
  • Mount Peter Ski Area - 10 min drive
  • Long Pond Ironworks State Park - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Harriman Station - 27 min drive
  • Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bellvale Farms Creamery - 8 min drive
  • Opa Greek Grill - 16 min drive
  • Emerald Point Restaurant - 6 min drive
  • Bagel Time - 17 min drive
  • The Bridge Inn - 5 min drive

Reviews

4.7

Exceptional

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4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.0/5

Property conditions & facilities

4.9/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

4.7/5

Location

4.7/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/5 Good

Joleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pretty view
Cute and comfortable place with most of what you need. A drive to grab groceries so would recommend bringing with you anything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

5/5 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
We were fortunate enough to spend a month at this lovely cottage- and it did not disappoint! The cottage retreat is even better than the pics- clean, well stocked- gorgeous lake view and super helpful owner (thanks Julia)! We loved it so much we are booking another month! We give the place a 10/10!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Magdiel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful area and place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/5 Good

Mellissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
The view from this cottage was breathe taking. Wish we could have stayed longer! Hosts are very kind and responsive!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

5/5 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway
Had a great time at the little house. House was clean and location was beautiful with views of the lake right off the deck. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a getaway on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julia Morris

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My name is Julia, and I live in Williamsburg, Brooklyn with my husband, Fred. We love the Little House so much. And ever since I bought it in 2008, it has been a wonderful retreat for us away from the craziness of the city. I grew up in St. Louis, Missouri and have always lived in old houses. But this cottage -- my first of my own--was built on its footprint in 2008 and all its fixtures are new! I so love the bamboo floors and the sliding glass doors that lead out to the view from the deck. I wrote my dissertation for my doctorate in this special retreat; it has always been a house made for reading, painting, and writing. And as a St. Louisan, I love to see the cardinals fly by!

Why they chose this property

I was driving a friend around to look at possible houses she might purchase. We got connected with an amazing real estate broker and, at the end of the day, she showed us the house I now own! It was just being re-built on its footprint; there was not even a roof yet. But I knew...I just knew! I am going to live here! My friend never ended up buying anything but I did! And have never regretted it for a second. It has always been called 'The Little House' and it is a true cottage all my own. Can't wait to share it with you!!

What makes this property unique

The view from the deck was what initially drew me. But then, once the bedroom was built and came to life, I've loved the shady sanctuary of being surrounded by rocks and trees that this room provides. Great for afternoon summer naps with the ceiling fans gently bringing more coolness.
The owners built the Little House with a true artist's touch and included tiles and other creative fixtures. The bamboo floors and the gas fireplace are unique aspects which I so also love.

Languages:

English, French

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