1780s Barn, Fire Pit, Great Room | Hudson Retreat

"Walking into this updated and fully renovated 250 year old barn took our breath away. This place was meticulously designed." That's what a guest said about our 1780s barn in Claverack, an upstate escape near Hudson. Your group gathers in our great room under a 40ft stone fireplace and hand-hewn beams. Mornings, coffee over the acreage; nights, fire pit and stargazing. Sleeps ten over three levels: chef's kitchen, media room, library. Tesla charger, 38 acres removed from the hustle and bustle. The space Close to downtown Hudson but removed from the hustle and bustle, our hand-hewn 1780s barn sits on 38 acres of untouched land. We've been Superhosts here for over a decade, a Guest Favourite with dozens of five-star stays from reunions, weddings, and multigenerational holidays. Reimagined across three open levels, the barn pairs historical charm with modern comfort: a chef's kitchen, a great room built for gathering, and acres of upstate wilderness right outside the door. Inside, three open levels center on a great room that flows straight into the chef's kitchen and a formal dining room with a piano and a hidden bar, so the group stays together while someone cooks, and the table extends to seat up to ten. Five bedrooms are spread across the barn: two with king beds, two with queens, and a flexible room with a sofa bed. A library loft of over a thousand books overlooks the great room, and a media room sits just off it for movie nights. Our two third-floor lofts are kept off-limits, so every space you'll use opens off the main levels. The great room is the heart of the barn. A massive internal stone fireplace climbs 40 feet to the roof, framed by hand-hewn beams and a wall of windows onto the acreage, with sliding doors out to the back deck. Eclectic modern furnishings, a blend of local antique, Scandinavian, and Hollywood Regency, fill the open space, and because the kitchen and dining sit right there, cooking, eating, and gathering all happen in one room. When everyone wants to spread out, the media room's big screen handles movie nights and the library wall invites a slow afternoon with a book. It's the room guests remember most, where families spend hours by the fire, laughing and playing games. HIGHLIGHTS • Fully renovated 1780 barn, hand-hewn from local wood, three open levels • Great room with a 40ft internal stone fireplace and hand-hewn beams • 38 acres of private wilderness with deer, rabbits, and birdwatching • Chef's kitchen with high-end appliances, a full spice rack, and coffee bar • Media room with a 77-inch smart TV and its own fireplace • Library loft stocked with over a thousand books • Back deck, BBQ, and fire pit for evenings and stargazing • Tesla charging station on site • Self check-in with a smartlock • Under 5 miles to downtown Hudson and the grocery store, 16 miles to Catamount for skiing, close to wineries, hiking, and Olana SPACE BREAKDOWN Bedrooms (5) Bedroom 1 • King bed • Vintage settee • Nightstands with lamps Bedroom 2 • King bed • Nightstands with lamps Bedroom 3 • Queen bed • Full-length mirror Bedroom 4 • Queen bed • Built-in wardrobe Bedroom 5 • Sofa bed • Lounge sofa and ottoman Bathrooms (3) Bathroom 1 • Tub-shower combo • Double vanity • Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hair dryer, and towels Bathroom 2 • Tub- shower combo • Single vanity with a backlit LED mirror • Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hair dryer, and towels Bathroom 3 • Walk-in rainfall shower • Single vanity • Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hair dryer, and towels Kitchen & Dining • Chef's kitchen with high-end appliances and a marble waterfall island • Coffee and tea bar • Comprehensive spice rack and cooking basics • Indoor seating across the formal dining (up to ten), the island, and an eat-in nook • BBQ on the back deck Living Areas • Open, airy great room that flows into the kitchen and dining, framed by a wall of windows • Eclectic modern design with curated art and antique touches • Seating for the whole group: a sofa, curved swivel chairs, and a leather pouf • Alexa-enabled sound system • Library loft with over a thousand books to borrow • Board games and books for slower days The Media Room • 77-inch smart TV with Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, and Apple TV • Sectional seating for the whole group, set up for movie nights • Cozy, low-lit room with navy walls and its own fireplace for gathering in after dark The Grounds & Fire Pit • 38 acres of private, untouched land with wildlife: deer, rabbits, and birdwatching • Fire pit ringed with Adirondack chairs for chilly evenings and stargazing • Back deck with seating and a BBQ for grilling • Open lawn and treeline, removed from the hustle and bustle Extras • Self check-in with a smartlock, code sent before arrival • Strong WiFi throughout • Free driveway parking on site (up to 4 vehicles) • Pets welcome with a refundable deposit • Built for groups and multigenerational families gathering upstate Guest access You'll have our entire barn to yourselves, all three open levels, the grounds, and the 38 acres. Self check-in is through the smart lock, with the code sent before arrival. The only spaces off-limits are our two third-floor lofts, reachable only by built-in stairs and kept closed for safety, and the unfinished side of the barn, which we use for personal storage. Other things to note House Rules • No smoking or vaping indoors under any circumstances; a fee applies if this rule is broken. Smoking is welcome outdoors and on the grounds. • No outside parties or events. Family celebrations and special occasions are welcome when arranged in advance with the host. • 10 guests maximum • Pets welcome (one pet, refundable deposit); keep them off the furniture, and note the grounds are large and not fenced • Free driveway parking, up to 4 vehicles •EV charger is for Tesla only, 40 amp maximum; a surcharge and repair cost apply above that •Minimum age to book: 25 FAQ’s • Exterior security cameras cover the property's perimeter for safety; there are none inside • Set on 38 acres of wilderness, our barn may see the occasional insect or wildlife sound, especially in warmer months; we professionally clean before every stay and suggest keeping doors and windows closed when not in use • The barn's original built-in stairs and open railings mean we recommend keeping a close eye on young children • The grounds are large and not fenced, and ticks are possible in summer, so please watch pets outdoors • With the barn's soaring ceilings, heating or cooling can take a little longer than in a smaller home, so setting your preferred temperature soon after arrival lets it settle in comfortably • Professionally cleaned before every arrival, with fresh linens and towels