Escape to a serene lakefront home in a quiet residential neighborhood. Enjoy tennis on the private court, outdoor decks, and docks for kayaking or rowing on the peaceful non-motor boat lake. Savor time with friends and family around the wood burning fireplace, grill up some dinner outside or explore nearby attractions like Catamount Ski area.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Welcome to your spacious lakeside escape in Copake, NY — a private home on Upper Rhoda Pond with direct lake access (shared dock) and a private tennis court, offering plenty of room to spread out while still gathering together.
Inside, you’ll find bright, welcoming living spaces with water views, comfortable bedrooms, and thoughtful touches throughout. Everything is designed to feel effortless, relaxing, and inviting — from morning coffee overlooking the lake to cozy evenings indoors after a day of exploring.
Start slow mornings with coffee on the shore or paddle right from your doorstep. Spend afternoons swimming, kayaking, or enjoying a friendly match on your private tennis court. Explore scenic Hudson Valley hiking trails, charming nearby towns, and local farms, then return to unwind with a fire pit night or a leisurely game in the yard.
This is boutique hospitality with heart — professionally managed and well-stocked so you can focus on connecting, relaxing, and making lasting memories.
With space for up to 8 guests across four bedrooms, this home is ideal for families, couples, and small groups.
OUTDOOR LIVING AT ITS BEST • Direct lake access for swimming and paddling (this home has a private dock and lake access but is shared by 2 other properties that are across the street) • Waterfront setting with space to lounge • Private tennis court — perfect for active fun • Fire pit for sunset gatherings under the stars • Lawn and outdoor space for yard games and relaxation • Easy access to nature, trails, and scenic views
INSIDE, ENJOY: • Fully equipped kitchen for shared meals • Comfortable living areas for movie nights and conversation • Plush beds and thoughtful linens for restful sleep • Clean, welcoming spaces with boutique touches
When adventure calls, you’re close to hiking, kayaking, local farms, breweries, and charming Hudson Valley towns — plus seasonal outdoor activities year-round. This is the perfect home base for exploring, relaxing, or doing both.
Perfect For: • Weekend getaway travelers seeking peaceful escape • Families and multi-generational retreats • Couples and friends looking to reconnect • Guests who want outdoor space, comfort, and thoughtful hosting
Ready to Unwind?
Lakefront weekends go fast — especially in the Hudson Valley. Secure your dates now and start looking forward to slow mornings, sunset fires, and effortless time together. Your relaxing retreat is waiting.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Gym
Kayak
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Canoeing nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Copake, this holiday home is on the waterfront. W.E.B. Du Bois Boyhood Homesite and Scoville Memorial Library are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forge State Forest and Taconic State Park. The Stissing Center and Harney and Sons Tea Tasting Room are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating. Visit our Copake travel guide
How much is parking at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat - Private Tennis Court - Sleeps 8?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat - Private Tennis Court - Sleeps 8?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful Lakefront Retreat - Private Tennis Court - Sleeps 8?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peaceful Lakefront Retreat - Private Tennis Court - Sleeps 8 located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Copake Town Hall, Copake Town Park and Callan Family Care. Ancram Town Hall and Copake Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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The cabin was very spacious, clean and cozy. Kitchen was well-equipped and there was even a gym within walking distance. The host was very responsive and addressed all our questions promptly. Would definitely recommend to anyone who's looking for getaway in the area.
Stayed at this wonderful place for a family weekend. It had everything we needed including marshmallow sticks for the fire pit. The lake/pond is great to swim in as well as taking the kayaks out. Jenifer was quick to respond when I messaged about the BBQ propane tank being empty.
We had a lovely stay. Very responsive property manager. Kids had a blast. The home is all one floor--no upstairs--which worked nicely for us. Most of the rooms had good window treatments which was appreciated.
Rachel L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Rory G.
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Lovely Lakeside Home
This is a very comfortable house on a pristine lake in upstate NY. We were traveling with two kids (4 and 1) and found the flat layout of the home to be suitable. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was spacious and well equipped. Despite our stay being in December, we can imagine that this would also be a great place to stay over the summer months given the tennis court, large lawn area, patio, and lake access.
Property was clean, charming, and spacious. Nice kitchen for cooking. Beds were comfy. The outdoors areas were the star - big lawn, beautiful trees full of birds with pretty songs, and a wonderful lake that was just the right temperature for swimming. We don't play tennis, but the tennis court looked great and I suspect it would have been awesome if we did play tennis.
The property is beautiful with away from other homes giving you enough privacy to hang out without feel like you bother others. We had two kids with us and they had tons of fun using the paddle boats and the tennis/basketball court (which is on the property). Great living arrangement and all cooking items needed. We came to regroup from city life and escape the noise. We spend every night doing bonfires and watching the starts.
This was our first visit to the area. There are some lovely shops nearby in Copake and Great Barrington is a larger town close by. The ski areas of Catamount and Butternut are were both a short distance from the house. The main bedroom was large and private as it separated from the other 3 bedrooms by the living areas. The home was comfortable and we enjoyed our stay. We did need to thoroughly clean the an suite bathroom as it was not up to our standards.
Summarized..
From beginning to end.
Our property manager was attainable, professional and friendly
The pictures tell a true story of home and property. We enjoyed the tennis courts and lake amenities each day. The property reminds me of a vineyard the trees were so beautiful.
The rooms were so comfortable beds to linens to towels.
Master suite was great
2 other rooms were too. They shared a bathroom which was fine.
Definitely comfortable for 4 adults!!
We will be back.
What an AMAZING place and an AMAZING time we had at this AMAZING house! We were fortunate also to meet the owner, Jenifer, who was lovely and helpful in answering any questions we may have had. This home had everything AND MORE to accomodate our family. Expansive property on the lake with kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding, tennis/basketball, grilling and the fire pit was enjoyed by all! Every room in the house was well-appointed with great attention to detail....the beds were oh so comfortable and the linens/towels were all top quality as was the kitchen supplies. A vast array of books and even toys for the tots was available! Highly recommend this AMAZING getaway!!! Hope to return!!!
Debby B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sandra C.
2 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice but listing is inaccuarate
Positives: Lovely location on the lake with plenty or property to support outside fun. Comfortable sleeping arrangements (with one exception), great indoor space with large dining area and comfortable living room. Close to the Harlem Valley Rail Trail and surrounding by cute towns. Great area.
Negatives: Kitchen was mediocre. It was awkwardly configured with the microwave embedded under a counter and door opening in a way that made access awkward--especially for cleaning. Ditto for refrigerator which swung toward the counter, effectively rendering some prep space and access to the sink impossible when the door was open. While well equipped, all the knives were so dull you couldn't use them--we sharpened them ourselves. The bedroom with trundle bed is very hot--no window treatments on sky lights or upper windows and no a/c in this room, and we had to request a fan.
Our biggest disappointment was the condition of the tennis court compared to the listed description. The net was not installed upon our arrrival. The court is cracked and has large weeds growing up between them. There was leaf and weed debris piled up in the corners and poison ivy encroaching on the court. We are serious tennis players who chose this (more expensive) option for the court which was unplayable. Had we known, we would not have stayed here.
The family loved our stay here. Very relaxing, beds were extremely comfortable, and the lake was readily accessible. Would recommend for groups up to 6-7 people!
We used this house as well as 2 other homes in the neighborhood to meet for a family reunion. All the houses were clean and in close proximity to each other and the pond. What a great stay!
The place is perfect. So comfortable! Well equipped. And right on a lake. Wonderful inside and out on the patio!!! It was perfect for us since the friend we were visiting lives right down the road. Thank you!!!!
Beautiful well appointed home with all the amenities to make our stay comfortable and convenient. The lake view was lovely and peaceful. The weather didn’t cooperate with our visit so we didn’t get a chance to use any of the outdoor activities but everything listed was present and ready for use.
We were looking for peaceful and beautiful place lakefront place to stay for the weekend - and we found it.
The place was better than it looked in the photos - which is generally not the case.
Great property, well kept, easy access to lake with canoes, well stocked kitchen.
Loved it!
Celebrated the New Year properly!
Host was very helpful and the home was great.
Definitely will look to return in the future.
Thank you for everything Jenifer
This property is situated on a large piece of beautifully maintained land on a large pond. The views were lovely and the neighborhood is very peaceful and quiet. The house is well stocked with so many kitchen tool essentials we found it very easy to cook and eat together. (No food or ingredient supplies though, heads up!) The kitchen and dining area are so open, with a great view out the back and exit to the patio, so it made spending time together easy. The bedrooms were comfortable and we mostly were well stocked with towels, although there were only a few washcloths for the 7 of us (plus toddler), so maybe pack some if you need them usually. We loved the kayaks and paddle boat, and the tennis/basketball court (there aresupplies for all of these things in the shed). Also, the on property gym (in a separate little building close to the house) was so nicely equipped! Overall, we had a blast at this comfy and cozy house on the water!Only things to note: the pier going out into the water from the shore is partially broken and a little unsteady. We thought there’d be access off of that into the water, but we realized after arriving and reading the guide in the house that the best bet was to take a kayak out to the floating (shared) dock to swim/float around there, which worked great. The water was very clear once you got out there and an amazing temperature. It was a great place to swim,float, kayak, and paddle boat!