Located in Melrose, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Westland Hills Park and Albany Institute of History Art. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a sofa bed.
Albany International Airport Station - 12 min drive
Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
The Gateway Diner - 3 min drive
Juniors - 10 min walk
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 3 min drive
Madison Pour House - 9 min walk
Jack's Diner - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Albany Retreat ~ 3 Mi to Downtown!
Experience the capital city of New York up close and personal when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental located just 3 miles away from downtown Albany! Boasting a bright and cozy interior, a well-equipped kitchen, and an unbeatable location, this quaint home is the perfect place to kick off your upcoming adventure to the Empire State. Spend your days exploring the surrounding parks and iconic historic attractions before heading back to this retreat for a relaxing night in.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Free WiFi | Enclosed Porch | ~6 Mi to Albany International Airport
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, toaster, coffee maker, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, fireplace, dining table, office space GENERAL: Linens, towels, window A/C unit, central heating, ceiling fans, hair dryer, iron/board, keyless entry FAQ: Stairs required to access, bedroom & bathroom on main floor PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking
-- THE LOCATION --
ALBANY ATTRACTIONS (~3 miles): Buckingham Lake Park, New York State Capitol, New York State Museum, The Egg, Washington Park EMBRACE NATURE: Six Mile Waterworks Park (4 miles), Albany Pine Bush Preserve (6 miles), Vischer Ferry Nature & Historic Preserve (18 miles) THINGS TO SEE & DO: miSci | Museum of Innovation & Science (16 miles), Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady (17 miles), Empire State Aerosciences Museum (20 miles), Howe Caverns (36 miles), Secret Caverns (38 miles) AIRPORT: Albany International Airport (6 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
486044
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is situated in Melrose within a short 16-minute walk of Westland Hills Park. You'll also find MVP Arena and Colonie Center Mall within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Charming Albany Retreat ~ 3 Mi to Downtown!?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.
Does Charming Albany Retreat ~ 3 Mi to Downtown! have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Albany Intl. Airport (ALB), which is 7.7 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County), which is located 18 mi away (25-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Charming Albany Retreat ~ 3 Mi to Downtown!?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Charming Albany Retreat ~ 3 Mi to Downtown!.
Charming Albany Retreat ~ 3 Mi to Downtown! Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Brenda M.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation
It was a good place to stay.
Brenda M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Meg R.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy family space
We needed a place for a 3 day lacrosse tournament, close to the venue but not a hotel. This rental fit the bill perfectly, lots of space, quiet neighborhood, the property management was very responsive and sent check in procedure and property details immediately. Would use again if in the area.
Meg R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
maureen p.
May 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Okay
Property was big. Overall clean .some issues. Advertised ac and even though it’s spring, it was intolerably hot at night and no ac. Bathroom shower has issues and the floor got soaked with every use. Carpet remnants next to shower in front of toilet remained wet for the entire visit. Went to use the stove and it was filthy and smelled awful when I turned it on. That’s all the bad stuff. It was very spacious. Everything else was clean and pretty.enjoyed dining room table to eat and play cards on. Overall not bad. Been in better. Been in worse.
maureen p.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather J. M.
Mar 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Was perfect for our needs.
Heather J. M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
2/10 Terrible
Mary W.
Jun 20, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
There was a terrible issue with the smell
We have tried to get satisfaction with us, but now no one is answering us. We did not check into the place. It smelled so bad.
Mary W.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justin B.
Apr 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Location was awesome, very good price for the size. Place was very clean. Only hiccups were that the check in code wasn’t right and we didn’t have any extra toilet paper, but the host answered right away and sorted it out immediately
The host is very friendly and accessible and h would definitely stay here again.
Justin B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joseph E.
Mar 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good value, responsive communications
Stayed with two friends for a long weekend. Property manager was easy to communicate with and timely to respond. Property was clean and easy to get to downtown Albany within 10-15 minutes. Reasonably priced so wasn't expecting many bells and whistles. Main downside was the comfort of the twin beds in the 3rd bedroom (mattresses were quite thin in that bedroom, other bedrooms were fine).