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Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!!

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A dock with a covered boat, a wooden railing, and a view of a lake with trees and a sunset in the background.
A dining table with a vase of flowers, white chairs, and a view of a deck and trees through the window.
A living room with a sofa, a television on a stand, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with basic appliances, wooden cabinets, and a small window.
A two-story house with a balcony and a fenced deck area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6875 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Valatie, NY
  • Place, Kinderhook Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University at Albany
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Colonie Center Mall
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Albany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Valatie

This cottage places you next to Kinderhook Lake and within a 10-minute drive of Valatie Free Library. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Kinderhook Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • MVP Arena - 30 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • University at Albany - 35 min drive - 29.6 miles
  • Colonie Center Mall - 40 min drive - 33.1 miles
  • Tanglewood Music Center - 44 min drive - 33.9 miles

Getting around

  • Albany-Rensselaer Station - 27 min drive
  • Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪S&S Farm Brewery - ‬13 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.

Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!!

Hello again repeat and new guests! Thank you for a very enjoyable 2024. All of you were great! We are looking forward to another relaxing season and know you are too! Our cottage is offered to those guests who are looking to relax & enjoy peace & quiet. NO LOUD MUSIC or parties! (Which is not allowed) C Yes, we have Wi - Fi so you can do your computer work while being safe and enjoy the beautiful sunset & other views from inside the cottage, indoor or outdoor porch. We are offering our lovely cottage to those who want to relax and enjoy life from May 1st thru November 15th. The docks and outside deck re stained.
To be fair to all our guests, weekly rentals are from Friday - Friday ( Thank you ) Our cottage is right on beautiful Kinderhook lake. Walk down the porch & the lake is 10' away right off lawn & The Empire State Trail is only 200' away for those who like to bike walk or both and see beautiful scenery including pastures, streams horses and horse farms!
There are kayaks for your use or bring your own kayaks canoes or boats & tie them up to one of the two docks. Fishing is great and you could fish off the dock, porch or front lawn if you wanted to! The house has 2 ac units and a forced hot air heater. There is no better way to relax then to have dinner or just a few cold ones and enjoy the view of the lake. BBQ, table with umbrella, seating for 6 & lounges on outside deck. Also has inside porch with dining table, couch, tv & ac. Less than 2 hrs. from NYC about 45 minutes from Albany, Monticello, so everything is close. It is all ready for a week or weekend getaway with your family & friends, (Just bring your own linens, 1 queen & 1 double bed) or a romantic weekend getaway for u & your special someone. It has a full kitchen, complete with 4 burner stove, oven, full size refrigerator, microwave, all needed cookware, dinner plates for 6, utensils & even a new coffee maker. It sleeps 4 comfortably with 2 bedrooms. It has a full bath with a shower. The Hudson River Rail Trail is nearby!! So come and relax and enjoy. Thank you in advance for looking. Just a heads up to our guests that the lake gets lowered around October 15th so fishing, kayaking and swimming will not be available. Don't worry the views are still beautiful and you can still see the water. Thank you again, John
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The cottage also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 875 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Heaven Cant Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Cottage
Heaven Cant Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Valatie
Heaven Cant Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Cottage Valatie

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Valatie, just steps from Kinderhook Lake. You'll also find Shaker Museum and Library and James Vanderpoel House nearby.

Is parking available on site at Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!!?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!!?

At this lakeside cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, a kitchen in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!!?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County), which is 13.4 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Pittsfield, MA (PSF-Pittsfield Municipal), which is located 25.8 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!!?

Yes, every cottage at Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!! comes with a patio.

Heaven Can't Wait, On Beautiful Kinderhook Lake!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was great

Everything was great and as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very easy to get to from the kids house
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot!

Nothing beats spending time between the lake and the empire state trail.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ray Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location!

Perfect location. Breathtaking lake views. The sunsets are the best.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Archival

8/10 Good

Gina R.

Lake Front Rental

We had a wonderful long weekend getaway - The place was clean, weather was perfect, we enjoyed some wonderful sunsets and would love to go back sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect 3 day stay

The property was very clean, comfortable and perfectly situated on the lake. The owner, John, was great to deal with and made check in and everything else very easy. The neighbors are great also. I totally enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARY ANN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stress free.

Lake was beautiful and was relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little lake house

Home our mother's 83rd birthday party cookout at the lake house with a few family members and it was a great day. Everyone loved the house. We enjoyed the stay
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L. H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful pet- friendly rental! We drove from NC to stay on the lake and were very happy with this cute little cottage. Comfortable inside with great views outside. Overall a great space for entertaining family and friends or just chilling out for a bit. And our lab enjoyed herself too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

crystal A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a amazing cute lake front house. I will be staying again!!

Beautiful house right in the lake. Quiet — peaceful — so relaxing watching the sunset at night, or enjoying a nice cup of coffee on the deck in the morning while watching all the activity of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet spot

Such a nice place for our family to spend quality time together. We didn’t even mind the rain. John is a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Relaxing Break from the World

My dad and uncle stayed for a long weekend and enjoyed themselves tremendously. Beautiful view and wonderful little cottage. Thank you John for a wonderful stay. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stacation destiny

We just needed to get away but stay local. The cabin was perfect for us and our senior dog. Peaceful and quiet. I will be going back there again. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and stay!

We are a family with 3 small children and this was a perfect space for us! It was very clean and well put together and had everything we needed! Communication all the way through was great and made the process very easy! I would highly recommend and we would definitely come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wernher T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place. Calm and relaxing.

It was just the getaway that we needed. Very chill place away from suburbs. Great view of the sunset. Everything you'll need besides linens is there. Will recomend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation spot!

Clean and very comfortable cottage at the water's edge. We had a great time kayaking, enjoying the deck and watching the wildlife, visiting Hudson and Chatham and taking walks. Thanks, John!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

My mom and I did a midweek stay. We had a nice time, very relaxing. The place is clean and right near the lake. We would go back again. The owner was easy to work with and the house had the perfect set up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peggy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the sunsets!

Very quiet and relaxing. Enjoyed using the kayaks. The sunsets really are incredible! Great communication from John.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time

Easy in, easy out.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Raymond C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeviee

Relaxing and enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

Very comfortable and clean cottage that had everything we needed. Two of us old friends had an awesome time, enjoying the cottage, the lake and gorgeous surroundings. It was hard to leave!😎😎
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARY ANN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathtaking sunsets from your deck.

Property right on the lake. Peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful condo, gorgeous views

This property matched the listing exactly! It is so beautiful, the lake is peaceful, and the sunsets are stunning. We had a great time staying here. You feel very secluded, but are close to amenities. The owner was very helpful and considerate. I highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful sunsets.

We had a wonderful stay at this lake front home. It was so quiet and peaceful and the sunsets were beautiful. The owner was great to communicate with and so nice and welcoming to us. The only thing I would suggest to future guests is to bring your own water for drinking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

Enjoyed a long weekend with beautiful view of Kinderhook lake. Very comfortable cottage with everything we needed. John was a great host and returned call quickly when I had questions! Will definitely return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023