Wellness Retreat - Ski and Sauna

Come enjoy swimming, kayaking, hiking, and cycling in summer, or skiing and relaxing in the outdoor sauna in winter. This home offers a healthy, active, and joyful lifestyle where kids can play freely, adults can recharge, and families can enjoy effortless time together. Previously our private weekend home, it’s now open to guests seeking space, privacy, and outdoor adventure in a small, quiet lake community — perfect for families, couples, or multi-generational stays. The space Come enjoy summer swimming, kayaking, hiking, cycling, and peaceful relaxation — and in winter, skiing and unwinding in a hot outdoor sauna surrounded by nature. This home offers a lifestyle centered on health, movement, fresh air, and joy. Whether you’re paddling on the lake, exploring forest trails, skiing at Catamount, or warming up in the outdoor sauna, it’s a place that feels almost like heaven. Kids can play freely, adults can recharge, and families can enjoy time together in a way that feels effortless and nourishing. Our family weekend home, previously enjoyed only by us, is now available for guests who appreciate space, privacy, and unique outdoor amenities. Nestled in a small private lake community shared by only a few families, this is a rare retreat for those seeking both adventure and tranquility — with activities suited for children, parents, and multi-generational stays. The Space Located in Ancramdale between Hudson and Great Barrington, and just 15 minutes from charming Millerton, the area offers wonderful restaurants, cafés, shops, farm stands, galleries, and scenic places to discover together. We love swimming and kayaking on our lake, skiing at Catamount, and biking along the Harlem Valley Rail Trail. These activities are healthy, fun, and suitable for kids as well as adults. The outdoor sauna on a chilly morning or evening is deeply relaxing and restorative — a ritual that feels like a little piece of heaven. A nearby bike shop offers rentals for all ages, and we provide guests with a curated list of family-friendly outings, museums, nature spots, and rainy-day ideas. The house is designed for relaxing, playing, or working from home. It features: 3 bedrooms 2 living rooms Fully equipped kitchen + dining area Shared toys, books, art supplies, and outdoor gear for kids Full bathroom with dual sinks, outdoor shower, and half bath in basement It’s a wonderful fit for a small family, a couple, or two couples — comfortably hosting 4–6 adults plus children. The basement is a versatile space — a home office with WiFi and an external monitor, or a fun play zone for kids, complete with a bounce house. Guest access Guests can enjoy exclusive access to a private lake during their stay, just a 5-minute walk from our home. For added convenience, we provide a wagon to easily transport belongings to and from the lake. We also offer two kayaks for your use. (Please note: these can only be used on our lake.) Guests will have access to most areas in the house except our garage. Other things to note We live in a small private community area. We maintain a respectful relationship with our lovely neighbors and kindly ask that guests also be considerate of them during their stay. The community beach area has rules that are very normal and reasonable, such as protecting against harmful water animals, no fishing on the dock when others are present, no BBQ grills or fire-related equipment on the premises, and taking your trash back home. We believe these rules are all reasonable and hope to avoid any misunderstandings if your expectations differ.