Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT
8 / 10
Excellent(10 Ratings)
$$$$
Villa in Hudson Valley, NY
16 guests · 10 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
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Reviews
2 / 10
I rented this home for my wedding weekend so my family and wedding party could get ready together. Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing and added unnecessary stress to what should have been one of the happiest weekends of my life.The biggest issue was the overwhelming musty and mildew odor throughout the home (photo evidence). It was so strong that I developed a constant post-nasal drip during our stay that lasted throughout my honeymoon, and one family member became so ill they had to leave the property. The air conditioning was also inadequate. The house was about 90F when we arrived, and the portable AC units were undersized and improperly sealed (photo evidence), making several bedrooms and the upstairs projector room essentially unusable. My family even brought three additional portable AC units just to make parts of the home tolerable.Communication from the host was equally frustrating. Despite repeatedly asking whether our shuttle bus could safely access the driveway, I never received an answer. On my wedding night, the shuttle couldn't make it up the driveway, forcing my wedding party—including a pregnant guest and a young child—to walk up the steep hill in formal attire. After giving the host an opportunity to address these concerns, I still received no response. Had we been given accurate information about the driveway, air conditioning, and condition of the home, we would have made other arrangements
4 / 10
The communication with the property manager was terrific. However the property was very disappointing. We would not stay there again.
10 / 10
What a fantastic house and kitchen! We absolutely loved it. It's the perfect spot for family gatherings, and we had such a wonderful time together. The kids had a blast with all the play areas and the grounds. This house is truly a mirage, so well-planned! We hope to visit again soon. 🥳
10 / 10
Communication:Travis was very responsive and helpful with any communications, from beginning to end.Amenities:The pictures don’t really illustrate well enough the features of this house. The game room is excellent, with a beautiful pool table, a poker table with chips, a nice foosball table and a nice TV. There is a small volleyball court outside, cornhole boards, and other small touches. The main deck is HUGE (about 30ftx30ft). The great room is beautiful, and open layout from great room to dining to bar to kitchen is excellent for large groups. The upstairs gathering room was big enough to play cornhole indoors during bad weather. There is a very nice smart projector in the room also. The only problem with the layout is the number of bathrooms.Kitchen:The kitchen is vast, and the cooking units and refrigerator are awesome. If you are into cooking, you will love the kitchen, but might bring your own large skillets (they just weren't big enough for large groups) and baking pans.Cleanliness and condition:This was the only real problem with the house. The maintenance crew really is not getting it done here. We had to clean several of the A/C filters just to get them running properly. One of the units did cool at all. The remote for the projector had nonfunctional buttons, so we could not use it. The door to the off-kitchen bathroom is a pocket door, and almost impossible to slide. The carpets could use a deep cleaning. We were a golf trip group, so these things were not
What a fantastic house and kitchen! We absolutely loved it. It's the perfect spot for family gatherings, and we had such a wonderful time together. The kids had a blast with all the play areas and the grounds. This house is truly a mirage, so well-planned! We hope to visit again soon. 🥳
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Communication:Travis was very responsive and helpful with any communications, from beginning to end.Amenities:The pictures don’t really illustrate well enough the features of this house. The game room is excellent, with a beautiful pool table, a poker table with chips, a nice foosball table and a nice TV. There is a small volleyball court outside, cornhole boards, and other small touches. The main deck is HUGE (about 30ftx30ft). The great room is beautiful, and open layout from great room to dining to bar to kitchen is excellent for large groups. The upstairs gathering room was big enough to play cornhole indoors during bad weather. There is a very nice smart projector in the room also. The only problem with the layout is the number of bathrooms.Kitchen:The kitchen is vast, and the cooking units and refrigerator are awesome. If you are into cooking, you will love the kitchen, but might bring your own large skillets (they just weren't big enough for large groups) and baking pans.Cleanliness and condition:This was the only real problem with the house. The maintenance crew really is not getting it done here. We had to clean several of the A/C filters just to get them running properly. One of the units did cool at all. The remote for the projector had nonfunctional buttons, so we could not use it. The door to the off-kitchen bathroom is a pocket door, and almost impossible to slide. The carpets could use a deep cleaning. We were a golf trip group, so these things were not
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
We had a meditation retreat at this home. The home is large- and is a charming house that seemed to go on forever. Two huge communal rooms- both we large enough for both yoga and meditation. The community is quiet and off the beaten path which it a very special location - this is the second time we rented this place from Travis. He was always in communication and was a great host. Very accommodating and responsive to any our needs.i highly recommend this home. Thank you again.
6 / 10Average·Aug 2024
This house was large as advertised and has a very nice communal kitchen/dining area/living room for everyone to spend time together. The host was also responsive throughout, though our concerns weren’t quick fixes so we didn’t flag. We had a few cleanliness issues, namely tied to leftover food items in the fridge along with the pool which hadn’t been properly cleaned (kids used it, but nobody was too keen to go in). We also weren’t confident the fridge was working as it should and had to throw out warm food (though freezer was all good). While there are some individual AC units, they were not in every room (which was called out in the listing). It was extremely hot and people couldn’t sleep so we purchased our own fans. This also made it so we were unable to use one of the loft common areas as it was sweltering during the day. Overall, this group has done a similar trip for 15 years and we often repeat locations, but this is one we wouldn’t return to without updates.
Escape to this massive villa with pool, game room and fitness center. Perfect for family reunions and corporate retreats
This sprawling hillside hideout is tucked away on six private acres with a rich history dating back to the original construction when it was featured for the August 1928 edition of House Beautiful. The home was designed by Ilonka Karasz, iconic artist of 200 New Yorker covers and co-founder of MOMA. The original homesite has been expanded to provide more space for guests to enjoy this natural sanctuary.
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
FAQs
Is parking included with this villa?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT?
We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and pets allowed.
Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT
Top rated by guests
8Excellent
(10 Ratings)
"What a fantastic house and kitchen! We absolutely loved it. It's the perfect spot for family gatherings, and we had such a wonderful time together. The kids had a blast with all the play areas and the..."
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
About this villa rental
Escape to this massive villa with pool, game room and fitness center. Perfect for family reunions and corporate retreats
This sprawling hillside hideout is tucked away on six private acres with a rich history dating back to the original construction when it was featured for the August 1928 edition of House Beautiful. The home was designed by Ilonka Karasz, iconic artist of 200 New Yorker covers and co-founder of MOMA. The original homesite has been expanded to provide more space for guests to enjoy this natural sanctuary.
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Hudson Valley, NY
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10
Excellent(10 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
What a fantastic house and kitchen! We absolutely loved it. It's the perfect spot for family gatherings, and we had such a wonderful time together. The kids had a blast with all the play areas and the grounds. This house is truly a mirage, so well-planned! We hope to visit again soon. 🥳
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Communication:Travis was very responsive and helpful with any communications, from beginning to end.Amenities:The pictures don’t really illustrate well enough the features of this house. The game room is excellent, with a beautiful pool table, a poker table with chips, a nice foosball table and a nice TV. There is a small volleyball court outside, cornhole boards, and other small touches. The main deck is HUGE (about 30ftx30ft). The great room is beautiful, and open layout from great room to dining to bar to kitchen is excellent for large groups. The upstairs gathering room was big enough to play cornhole indoors during bad weather. There is a very nice smart projector in the room also. The only problem with the layout is the number of bathrooms.Kitchen:The kitchen is vast, and the cooking units and refrigerator are awesome. If you are into cooking, you will love the kitchen, but might bring your own large skillets (they just weren't big enough for large groups) and baking pans.Cleanliness and condition:This was the only real problem with the house. The maintenance crew really is not getting it done here. We had to clean several of the A/C filters just to get them running properly. One of the units did cool at all. The remote for the projector had nonfunctional buttons, so we could not use it. The door to the off-kitchen bathroom is a pocket door, and almost impossible to slide. The carpets could use a deep cleaning. We were a golf trip group, so these things were not
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
We had a meditation retreat at this home. The home is large- and is a charming house that seemed to go on forever. Two huge communal rooms- both we large enough for both yoga and meditation. The community is quiet and off the beaten path which it a very special location - this is the second time we rented this place from Travis. He was always in communication and was a great host. Very accommodating and responsive to any our needs.i highly recommend this home. Thank you again.
6 / 10Average·Aug 2024
This house was large as advertised and has a very nice communal kitchen/dining area/living room for everyone to spend time together. The host was also responsive throughout, though our concerns weren’t quick fixes so we didn’t flag. We had a few cleanliness issues, namely tied to leftover food items in the fridge along with the pool which hadn’t been properly cleaned (kids used it, but nobody was too keen to go in). We also weren’t confident the fridge was working as it should and had to throw out warm food (though freezer was all good). While there are some individual AC units, they were not in every room (which was called out in the listing). It was extremely hot and people couldn’t sleep so we purchased our own fans. This also made it so we were unable to use one of the loft common areas as it was sweltering during the day. Overall, this group has done a similar trip for 15 years and we often repeat locations, but this is one we wouldn’t return to without updates.
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Top rated by guests
8Excellent
(10 Ratings)
"What a fantastic house and kitchen! We absolutely loved it. It's the perfect spot for family gatherings, and we had such a wonderful time together. The kids had a blast with all the play areas and the..."
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental
Map of Hudson Valley, NY
About this villa rental
Escape to this massive villa with pool, game room and fitness center. Perfect for family reunions and corporate retreats
This sprawling hillside hideout is tucked away on six private acres with a rich history dating back to the original construction when it was featured for the August 1928 edition of House Beautiful. The home was designed by Ilonka Karasz, iconic artist of 200 New Yorker covers and co-founder of MOMA. The original homesite has been expanded to provide more space for guests to enjoy this natural sanctuary.
Amenities
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
FAQs
Is parking included with this villa?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Upstate Historical Artist Villa w/ firepit, pool and close to Candlewood Lake CT?
We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and pets allowed.
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