Schenectady County : locations de vacances au bord de l'eau

Beautiful Lake House with Stunning Sunsets

Relax, unwind in this beautiful respite haven on private lake. Enjoy lake views from every room of the house. Swim, kayak or fish right out of backyard or hike scenic waterfall trails nearby. Watch stunning sunsets from screened veranda while dinning or sitting back with a glass of wine. Tranquil and secluded yet only 15 mins to historic Schenectady & Rivers Casino and 45 mins to famous Saratoga Race Course - Thoroughbred horse racing track, the oldest major sporting venue of any kind in the US.

Experience a magical Autumn in a Catskills Lodge

Our modern log home is set up with fine things like Turkish towels, local artisan soaps & the softest sheets. The tasteful decor has an mcm vibe w/industrial touches. Wander outdoors, swim, follow a creek, slip into the forest, hike back, cook dinner in a state of the art kitchen w/ a pantry full of fun gadgets. Relax by the fireplace, sit outside & watch the stars, light a fire. We provide blankets & wood. A welcome basket & a fully stocked coffee bar for the early mornings are waiting for you.

Beautiful Farm Cottage & Majestic Waterfall

The Sparrow House is a beautiful farmhouse with a private trail to a majestic 120' waterfall. With vintage wallpapers, eclectic antiques, a cozy fireplace, an outdoor cedar sauna, a large fenced in yard surrounded by honeysuckle vines and a spectacular mountain view, the house is a perfect getaway spot in unspoiled nature and still-wild forests of the Catskills. The waterfall is a truly magical place and considered a sacred site. The house is not appropriate for loud groups or parties. 🙏🦋🙌

Misty Isle Acres

Our homestead, Misty Isle Acres, is our little imperfect oasis, nestled within the beautiful Helderberg hilltowns of Albany county. Our in-law apartment contains a bedroom, full bathroom, and living room with TV (inc. Netflix & Disney+), DVD player, and futon. There is an enclosed porch and deck, complete with tables, chairs, and grill. We also have a large pond and woods to explore. Please note, this is a working homestead; the grass isn't always mowed and sometimes there are animal smells.

Stockade Apt w/ Garden & River access

Newly renovated historic Stockade apartment offers the best in amenities. Gorgeous hard floors. Plenty of natural light, with stunning views of landscaped yard. Access to Mohawk River (and bike path) via private dock with provided kayaks, canoe, & bikes. Beautiful large yard offers a true oasis in the city with a fire pit, grill, koi pond, and patio. Walking distance to the best of downtown Schenectady, Rivers Casino, and just 1 block to bus line. Easy access to I-890 and Amtrak station.

NiskTalgia by the River

Niskayuna’s nostalgic recent past: Built during the mid-20th Century by Italian Immigrants. It is located in the town of Niskayuna and situated along the Mohawk River. Treat yourself to a “vacation home” with gorgeous views and a tremendous amount of character. It overlooks the river and the rock cliffs of the southern edge of Saratoga County’s town of Clifton Park; part of the Capital District-Albany Area. Ideal for those who wish for a getaway from the usual busy, “city lifestyle”.

Charming studio in riverfront Troy mansion

Delightful studio apartment in a colonial era mansion at the confluence of the Mohawk and Hudson Rivers. Just north of Canal Lock 1 in Troy, this historic home once belonged to oilcloth maker, banker, and philanthropist Deborah Powers, who for a time back in the 1800's was said to be the richest woman in the USA. Enjoy a stroll on the grounds, a canoe on the river, a bike ride to nearby Peebles Island State Park, Cohoes, Waterford, and Troy.

Mapletree Farm's Peaceful Charming Creekside Cabin

Welcome to Mapletree Farm's peaceful, private creekside cabin! Inspired by Thoreau’s one-room cabin, tucked in the woods next to a beautiful creek in a private, quiet corner of our 20 acre property with woods, open fields and streams. Restorative, meditative, and peaceful natural surroundings steps from Altamont Village and minutes from the Helderberg Escarpment, Thatcher State Park, Altamont Fair, and Albany, the capital of New York State!

Artistic Blue Cabin with private creek and forest

Our wood cabin is located in a secluded area on 5 acres of forest and a creek flowing through the property that you see from every room. Newly renovated, our cabin is finished with refined colonial details and decorated with furniture from all over the world. Enjoy a morning coffee with a view of the creek by the wood burning stove or take a hike through our 5 acres of backyard forest. This property is the perfect escape.