Quaint Lakeside Nature Cabin - A Promise to Gaia

A mixture of early attic and cool re-purposed treasures, this quiet, quaint Cabin overlooks our 9 acre lake. Reconnect to the natural world. Wonderful for relaxation, peaceful exploration, fishing, artist writers or nature retreat. Staying at the cabin supports our conservation work! The space We wish to share our Cabin with people that love and respect the Earth, who wish to contribute to a conservation project through their own presence and mindfulness. Our focus and purpose on this land is to provide stewardship and sanctuary for the Natural world to maintain it’s own balance with minimal interference from humans. To remain wild and free. We are a plant, wildlife and butterfly sanctuary. We rent the Cabin to support our not-for-profit land conservation work. (Providing habitat and refuge for animals, insects, birds and more. The reduction of invasive and harmful species. The maintenance and expansion of native and pollinating species of plants. Expanding the area that we steward.) "Trees release chemicals called phytoncides that reduce stress hormones like cortisol, lower blood pressure, and improve immunity. .. Our bodies respond by increasing the number and activity of a type of white blood cell called natural killer cells or NK. .. In one study, increased NK activity from a 3-day, 2-night forest bathing trip lasted for more than 30 days. Japanese researchers are currently exploring whether exposure to forests can help prevent certain kinds of cancer." -WSMTC & NYSDEC This cabin has a glassed in porch overlooking the lake, complete with rocking chairs; loft, open living area and half bath. Bathroom has a composting/camping toilet, there is also an outdoor camping shower available in a privacy tent (seasonal only). Water containers with pumps provide fresh well water in the kitchen and the bathroom for drinking and washing. The cabin is also equipped with a small refrigerator, a toaster oven, electric kettle, a double burner cooktop and French press. This cabin is cute and funky with lots of charm! We grow a lot of plants to maintain and support a variety species. Our property is not highly manicured - if that won't work for you, then another location may be more appropriate. There is a path around the 9 acre lake, and although we have an abundance of wildflowers, there many areas to swim. We have puzzles, games, cards etc for those that like to play; also coloring books, sketch pad, colored pencils for exploring your creative side. We are constantly upgrading and improving our cabin -- new artwork, bedding, general coziness and fun stuff! Please note, this is a cabin in the woods and there are wild creatures that live here. There is always a chance that one of these small beings can find their way into the cabin, if this is a problem for you please do not book the cabin. We have other listings that may be better suited to your needs. Please contact us about them. We do suggest that you put all food and drink away as leaving these items out can attract creatures to the building. The cabin is available year-round, it has a rocket stove mass heater. Please note: We provide wood for heating the cabin, but it must be chopped down to kindling size for use in the rocket stove. We have a special tool for this that we leave for our guests. Be sure to bring whatever gear you need to be comfortable outside while using it. Cabin can accommodate up to 4 people. There’s a queen bed, beanbag bed in the loft and a single futon bed. We use all organic and natural cleaning products and methods in all of our rentals, private and public space. Nearby (2 miles up the road) is a 2500 acre hiking/nature preserve. Guest access Private road to access the Cabin. Parking right in front of the home. Other things to note We do have 3 very friendly dogs that will want to be your best friends. Also sometimes farm animals. There may be farm noises. We are 25 miles SW of Albany and Albany along with the surrounding areas have many events etc going on. There's hiking, biking, nature parks, horse racing, concerts, festivals and events and so much more. Lots to do in the winter as well!