5 Br Private Vacation Home Vacation Rental In Hillsdale, New York

Escape to the 1850s Bell House, a historic 5BR/4.5BA estate in Hillsdale NY, once home to the prominent Bell family. Set on 3.6 acres, this fully restored gem blends period charm with modern luxuries like central A/C, heating & WiFi. Enjoy a large private swimming pool, cozy patio & ample space for the whole family. Walk to town for dining, galleries, boutiques & farmers markets. Perfect for unforgettable family getaways in a timeless countryside setting. Additional 2 person studio available.

Our home sleeps up to 10 guests.

★★ Luxurious Bedrooms for Every Guest ★★
➤ Master Bedroom Suite (1st Floor): Spacious main-level suite with a queen bed, large windows, and patio doors that open to the backyard. Includes a private en suite bathroom with a custom-tiled stand-up shower.

➤ North East Bedroom (2nd Floor): Bright front-facing bedroom on the 2nd floor with a queen bed, three windows and a closet. Enjoy natural light and views of the front and side yards.

➤ North West Bedroom (2nd Floor): Quiet 2nd floor queen bedroom with backyard views and direct access to a private en suite bathroom featuring a full bathtub.

➤ South East Bedroom (2nd Floor): Cozy corner 2nd floor bedroom with a full size bed, two windows and access to a full "Jack and Jill" bathroom with a stand-up shower. Overlooks the front and side yards.

➤ South West Bedroom (2nd Floor): Tucked toward the back of the home, this full bed room features two windows with side and backyard views, plus access to a full "Jack and Jill" bathroom with a stand-up shower.

★★ Spacious Living & Entertainment Areas ★★
➤ Living Room: Expansive and inviting, this sun-drenched living room features a large sectional sofa, additional seating, floor-to-ceiling windows and a big-screen Roku TV - perfect for relaxing or gathering with the whole family.

➤ Gourmet Kitchen: This oversized kitchen comes fully stocked with stainless steel appliances, an island for prep or conversation and all the cookware you need. Includes a cozy breakfast table for casual meals.

➤ Elegant Dining: Host unforgettable dinners at the custom-built solid wood dining table with comfortable seating for 10 or more guests.

★★ Outdoor Amenities ★★
➤ Private Pool: Take a dip in your own oversized swimming pool - perfect for cooling off or enjoying long summer days (open seasonally May to September)

➤ Back Patio: Spacious gravel patio accessible from the kitchen, laundry room and master bedroom. Includes an outdoor dining set and overlooks the backyard and private pool.

➤ Propane Grill: Fire up the 4-burner propane grill for laid-back BBQs and outdoor feasts.

➤ Grassy Lawn: Expansive, shaded lawn - ideal for lounging, playing, or picnicking under the trees.

➤ Front Porch: Welcoming and covered, the spacious wrap around front porch features classic Adirondack chairs - perfect for morning coffee or relaxing with a good book.

★★ Local Attractions & Approximate Driving Times ★★
★ Family Fun ★
➤ Hillsdale General Store - 1 min
➤ Nobletown Fiber Works - 1 min
➤ Catamount Aerial Adventure Park - 5 min
➤ Hornets Nest Xtreme Paintball - 20 min
➤ Columbia County Fair Grounds - 25 min
➤ Lebanon Valley Speedway - 35 min
➤ Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo - 37 min
➤ Ramblewild Aerial Adventure Park - 43 min
➤ Zoom Flume Water Park - 53 min

★ Historical / Cultural ★
➤ LABspace Gallery - 1 min
➤ Copake Iron Works Historic Site - 8 min
➤ Rodgers Book Barn - 9 min
➤ Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center - 17 min
➤ Crandell Theatre - 23 min
➤ FASNY Museum of Firefighting - 24 min
➤ Art Omi Sculpture Park - 27 min
➤ Norman Rockwell Museum - 29 min
➤ The Unicorn Theatre - 30 min
➤ Olana State Historic Site - 31 min
➤ Naumkeag Gardens - 31 min
➤ Tanglewood Music Center - 31 min
➤ Hancock Shaker Village - 32 min
➤ Animagic Museum of Animation Special Effects & Art - 32 min
➤ The Mount | Edith Wharton's Home - 34 min
➤ Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome - 40 min
➤ Jacob's Pillow - 44 min

★ Hiking & Nature ★
➤ Roeliff Jansen Park - 2 min
➤ Taconic State Park - 7 min
➤ Rheinstrom Hill Audubon Sanctuary - 9 min
➤ Bash Bish Falls State Park - 10 min
➤ Race Brook Falls - 16 min
➤ High Falls Conservation Area - 17 min
➤ Guilder Pond - 21 min
➤ Housatonic Flats Reserve - 21 min
➤ Monument Mountain Reservation - 24 min
➤ Bartholomew's Cobble Reservation - 24 min

★ Water Sports ★
➤ Copake Lake Boat & Ski - 8 min
➤ Mickey's Marina - 9 min
➤ Lake Taghkanic State Park Beach & Boat Rental - 24 min
➤ O'Hara's Landing Marina - 29 min
➤ Screaming Eagle Outdoor Adventures - 37 min

★ Ski Resorts ★
➤ Catamount Mountain Ski Resort - 5 min
➤ Ski Butternut - 24 min
➤ Bousquet Mountain Ski Area - 35 min

★ Food & Beverage ★
➤ Sweet Peas Country Diner - 1 min
➤ Hillsdale House - 1 min
➤ Cook & Larder - 1 min
➤ Roe Jan Brewing Co. - 2 min
➤ Twisted Sisters Coffee House - 2 min
➤ Four Brothers Pizza Inn - 3 min
➤ Zinnia’s Dinette - 4 min
➤ Little Apple Cidery - 5 min
➤ Little Cat Lodge - 5 min
➤ Hy's Fried - 5 min
➤ Copake General Store & Deli - 8 min
➤ Dad's Copake Diner - 8 min
➤ Mom's Country Cafe - 9 min
➤ The Mill - 9 min
➤ The Greens at Copake Country Club - 10 min

★ Convenience / Grocery Stores ★
➤ Stewart's Shops - 1 min
➤ Gulf Express - 1 min
➤ Freshtown - 2 min
➤ Hillsdale Fine Wine & Spirits - 2 min

★ Farm Fresh ★
➤ Copake Hillsdale Farmers Market - 2 min
➤ Vine Gate Lavender Floral Farm - 2 min
➤ Hawthorne Valley Farm Store - 13 min
➤ Philmont Cooperative - 15 min
➤ Thompson-Finch Farm - 16 min
➤ Guido's Fresh Marketplace - 16 min
➤ Berkshire Food Co-op - 17 min
➤ Hudson Farmers Market - 21 min
➤ Hilltop Orchards - 26 min

Located in Hillsdale, this vacation home is in the city center. Great Barrington Historical Society & Museum and Ancram Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Catamount Aerial Adventure Park and Catamount Ski Area. Consider Roe Jan Brewing Co. for a night out or Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center if you're traveling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.