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Charming 2 Bed backyard guesthouse close to Peekskill, WestPoint, & trails.

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Aerial view
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming 2 Bed backyard guesthouse close to Peekskill, WestPoint, & trails.

Newly remodeled 2 bed/1 bath backyard guesthouse with a patio, small porch, and yard. It includes a patio table that gets lots of sun (umbrella included), a small play area for young children, and a full-sized picnic table in the yard that sits under some trees.

Two TVs with Prime, HBO max, Disney, and Netflix, as well as games, books, and puzzles for your enjoyment. Close to Peekskill, West Point, Bear Mtn, Harriman, Appalachian Trail, & Hudson & Croton Rivers.

The Cottage is a separate dwelling that sits in our backyard in a residential neighborhood that is in a suburb of the greater NYC area. Living on the property enables us to quickly manage issues that may arise and try to make ourselves available for any questions about the area, etc. To allow our guests as much privacy as possible, a privacy wall was added.

Please be aware that we have a poochon who likes to let guests know that he is there. Although we keep him on a leash or in a gated area, at times he has gotten out. He's very friendly with kids, and kids typically love him.

Also, one of our neighbor's chicks grew into a rooster. We have no control over the animals of our neighbors. To counter the noise he might make while guests are trying to sleep (and to help promote sleep for our guests), each bedroom has a white noise machine or fan that should drown out the majority of any noise. If you are very sensitive to noise, however, please consider bringing earplugs.

Property manager

Patricia Sayre

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Bring a gate for young children.

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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Cortlandt Manor, NY

What's nearby

  • New York - Presbyterian / Hudson Valley Hospital - 3 min drive
  • NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Paramount Hudson Valley Theater - 4 min drive
  • Bear Mountain State Park - 17 min drive
  • Michie Stadium - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Peekskill - 8 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nonna's Brick Oven Pizzeria & Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dog Haus - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2 Bed backyard guesthouse close to Peekskill, WestPoint, & trails. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming 2 Bed backyard guesthouse close to Peekskill, WestPoint, & trails.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2 Bed backyard guesthouse close to Peekskill, WestPoint, & trails.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2 Bed backyard guesthouse close to Peekskill, WestPoint, & trails. located?

This family-friendly Cortlandt vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of New York - Presbyterian / Hudson Valley Hospital, Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital. Lincoln Depot Museum and Paramount Hudson Valley Theater are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Charming 2 Bed backyard guesthouse close to Peekskill, WestPoint, & trails. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathryn S., Westminster maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
West a point visit
The home was very clean and had everything we needed - snacks games and a cute patio. The internet was iffy and never worked to stream on the bedroom tv. They came and checked it , but it didn’t improve. The host was very responsive and offered to ship an item our daughter left. We would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Stay was absolutely wonderful, property was lovely and super easy to get to and from sleepy hollow. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Army moms and daughters
Loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaunna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet neighborhood close to local attractions. Plenty of room for our family of four. Very clean. Very nice outdoor space. Everything we needed in the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage
Great place to stay. Very accessible to any shopping needs and to West Point. There is limited space for 4 to sit if it’s raining outside. Overall, great spot to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful house, cozy and clean. A quiet and safe place where you can relax from the hustle and bustle of the big city. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We had a wonderful rest!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H., Yardley, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hudson Valley Nest
We enjoyed staying in this neat cottage with many clever custom features. It convenient to West Point, the spectacular Croton Gorge damn, and many amazing views. A very large supermarket is a short drive away as well as many restaurants. The owners provide many thoughtful small amenities. We thought the neighbor's rooster was very charming and not much louder than a crow or other wild birds. You can't hear it over the air conditioning during the day and it is quiet at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Geri W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not the best
The inside lights flicker constantly if water is turned on. Owner was aware. The house is comfortable for 2 people. Amenities have restrictions, just be aware. We had clothes to wash but our 5 day stay did not qualify for us to use it. Many instruction posted throughout the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
West Point Graduation
We had a wonderful stay. The property was exactly as advertised and the location was great. Instructions throughout the home were clear and we had no issues with our stay. Thank you for making the weekend smooth and easy!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina H., Naples Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked well for me and my spouse.
All was well. Fast communication response.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay here again-perfect!
Clean, organized, wonderful booklet filled with great recommendations on what to do and see in the area. Felt like home away from home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay at the cabin
The property was clean, excellent condition, and up to date. Had everything we needed for our stay. Including shampoo, soap, plates, snack, and so much more. They thought of all the things someone would need if they forgot anything. It was cute little cottage and was perfect for my families stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tiny but just enough
We spent 2 nites for graduation weekend at West Point. It turned to be a convenient location. The cottage had everything we needed. 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S., Park Ridge

Liked: Cleanliness
The great review is in details
They thought of everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little getaway
A lot of nice touches with food, lighting, and overall a cool tiny home to use as a base for exploring the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Strategic location
Our stay at the cottage filled the bill for a comfortable and convenient home base for exploring the lower Hudson Valley. The hosts were efficient and responsive. The cottage is compact but well laid out for four people. Little touches like ambient lighting in the main room were nice touches.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

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Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully updated cottage
The cottage itself is adorable with a lot of attention to detail. The upstairs is a little tricky—spiral staircase is very steep and not for the faint of heart and ceiling is very low (I’m 5’10” and banged my head several times in search of an extra blanket). The property is in very close proximity to owner’s house as well as neighbors’. Outdoor party going on my second night which I was warned about only after my arrival. Even with windows and bedroom door closed it was noisy (music, party fun, motorcycle engines, etc.) even though music kindly stopped around 10 or so. There is also a rooster (I love roosters) who definitely believes early bird gets the worm by 5:30. Not a problem if you know in advance but I didn’t. Lots of thoughtful notes around to help you navigate house rules and find things. Froze my first night because I didn’t know thermostat could be changed. Could use a note there on how to operate. No bedside lamp for reading, just overhead. No place to walk a dog or stretch your legs. Not at all private, but again, a beautiful cottage. VRBO app wasn’t working properly (not the fault of property owners) which made for some miscommunications by text. I think the pix on VRBO are really nice and accurate about the interior, but the exterior isn’t well represented. The location is great because hiking is easily in reach, but again, you can’t walk anywhere. Road is too busy, no sidewalks, etc. Again, as a fan of tiny houses and architecture I thoroughly appreciated the elegant, simple beauty of the cottage itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Anila S., Queens NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing experience
Review When we arrived on the property we were very horrified and disappointed to find that we were deceived regarding the actual circumstances of the property. The photos were strategically taken and words deceptively used to describe a lone property when in fact it was a tiny guest cottage that was actually located tightly behind the owner’s property snug between parked vehicles and a work shed. The space was cluttered and less than ideal to spend a paid vacation. The shed itself was renovated with modern amenities featuring a two level space equipped with two bedrooms. The upstairs bedroom is only accessible by a narrow unsecured staircase which was was pointed out by the owner as unsafe yet unfixed as we rented the property. The bannister leading upstairs was extremely shaky and I would only advise use at your own risk. Unfortunately we were unable to utilize the upstairs bedroom due to safety concerns The owners were very active on the property leaving us very little privacy and extreme discomfort. They advertised the availability of a grill onsite but later disclosed privately that there was a fee of $15 to utilize the grill. The availability of appropriate grill utensils were also lacking. The area where the grill is located is very close to the owners property and very uncomfortable to hang out if that was the intention of the trip. The owners were also very loud interrupting our stay with loud music in backyard. Bottom line, the cottage is cute and nicely renovated but extremely inconvenient if you plan to have any experience other than sleeping there. I would definitely not recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay
The property outside of the apartment was an absolute mess. The cottage - needs to be represented that way, was extremely clean inside and well stocked but with 4 adults it was way too small inside. Luckily, we had nice weather so could be outside. It was incredibly expensive and was upset that we were asked to pay $15 PER USE of the grill. I think out of everything that upset me the most. We paid (after fees and taxes) just under $700 for two nights and we didn’t get use of the grill for no extra charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Alyson S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
2 night trip
The property manager could not have been any nicer, communicated effectively, provided her cell phone number, provided a high chair, and even provided a ride on toy for my son. The only reason this wasn’t a 5-star rating is I felt the listing does not appropriately show what you are renting as far as the location. The listing shows a cottage that seems to not be in close distant to any other property, however, the cottage is in the backyard of another house, there’s an active business on the property, people walking around all day, and miscellaneous broken down items and tools throughout the surrounding property. The cottage itself and absolutely beautiful, however, I would have liked to know fully what we were renting as we were really looking for a quiet somewhat private getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M., Rockville, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, clean, and comfy
The cottage was quite new, with a well-appointed kitchen in a compact space. The living area was cozy and comfortable as was the bedroom. We didn’t use the second bedroom upstairs, although we went up there and it was quite roomy. (It would be difficult to bring luggage up the spiral staircase.) The cottage has a cute front porch, and there is a patio seating area just off the porch for sitting or dining. Great location—quiet and also close to shopping, restaurants, Bear Mountain Parkway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Westminster Dog Show
We drove in from Michigan for the Westminster dog show . This listings worked great with stores and restaurants close by and easy access to Hwy for traveling . We plan to return and next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peekskill cottage
My friend and I had a wonderful stay in the cottage! It had everything we needed and was so cozy. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022