Unwind at Ancram Aviary this summer. Tucked in the beautiful Hudson Valley, our sunlit 1950s Dutch Colonial is a peaceful family escape just 90 minutes from NYC. Enjoy 2,500 sq ft of sunlit charm on 5 private wooded acres, perfect for kids, pets, and enjoying the outdoors. Lounge in the attic nook, fire up the BBQ, play catch in the big yard, or take a day-trip to Hudson & Catskills for markets and riverside strolls. Your base for hiking, antiquing, and soaking up the nature! The space ⭐️ Amenities Highlight ⭐️ ✅ Board games & corn cob ring toss ✅ 65’ smart TV ✅ Pool table ✅ Dedicated workspace ✅ Lightning-fast fiber optic WiFi ✅ Kids supplies (2x pack n play crib, high chair) ✅ Pet bowls ✅ Charcoal BBQ grill ✅ Vintage brick fireplace ✅ Firepit ✅ Cozy attic reading room ⭐️ Modern Cottage ⭐️ 1️⃣ Pet friendly (up to 2 dogs allowed | pet fee) 2️⃣ Kid-friendly (2 pack n play cribs + high chair) 3️⃣ 2-bed, 2.5 bath 4️⃣ In-unit washer & dryer 5️⃣ Modern appliances (dishwasher, coffee maker, oven, microwave) 6️⃣ Modern decor, vintage art, chic aesthetic 7️⃣ Fully equipped kitchen 8️⃣ Central heat & AC | Mini-split 9️⃣ 5-acre private woodlands | mature trees 🔟 2 outdoor patios (with al fresco seating) Guest access Entire house and surrounding 5-acre cottage grounds Other things to note Ancram Aviary is the ideal summer getaway in the Hudson Valley. Take in the peaceful vibes and gorgeous views while staying just minutes from charming towns like Hudson (20 min), Catskill (20 min), Rhinebeck (30 min), and Germantown (15 min), home to farmers’ markets, cozy cafés, and antique shops. Nature lovers will enjoy nearby hikes through vibrant forests at Lake Taghkanic (10 min) and Copake Falls (20 min). The cottage sleeps 5 comfortably with queen beds in 2 bedrooms and a single bed in the upstairs reading nook/workspace. Cell service can be spotty in and around the cottage (up to about half a mile), but our high-speed fiber Wi-Fi ensures a strong, reliable connection while you’re inside the cottage. Please note that we don’t supply firewood/coal, guests typically bring their own supplies or buy some from the nearby Hannaford grocery store (10 min drive from the cottage).