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Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse

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Interior
Living area
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Marlboro, NY
  • Benmarl Vineyards and Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mount Saint Mary's College Newburgh
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Resorts World Hudson Valley
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (POU-Dutchess County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse

This is a 2 BR/2.5 bath Orchard Keeper's Apartment that occupies the entire second floor of the Marlboro Farmhouse that was built in 1873. We have lovingly renovated this property to provide a relaxing Hudson Valley getaway for your group.

We’re centrally located between Beacon, New Paltz, Kingston, and West Point, and close to many local farms, wineries, and some of the best hiking in the Hudson Valley. If you would like to book both 1st and 2nd floor units together please contact us directly.

Our farmhouse was built in 1873 on part of the original George Weigand homestead, settled in 1744. Nestled at the base of the Marlboro Mountains, the house is well set back from the road, with expansive lawns, a pond and meandering stream that flows through a mature birch grove.

We are lovingly restoring the landscape and gardens at the heart of this historic estate, which includes wetlands hosting many different species of native bird life, and a large reservoir where migrating Canadian geese, cranes, hawks, and other birds are commonly seen.

This completely private second floor apartment is filled with antiques, original details such as French doors, Bay Windows, and wide plank floorboards. We have lovingly curated several book collections so that you may sit in any of several sun-drenched spaces to read, relax, or enjoy conversation.

The open-concept kitchen is fully stocked for your stay at the farmhouse including coffee, spices, and cook books.

The master bedroom has been updated with a few modern touches and features the original floor boards, a queen bed, writing desk, vintage train trunk and fully renovated en-suite bathroom.

The double bedroom, complete with its own en-suite, has one king and one queen bed - great for families, kids, slumber parties, girls weekend getaways, (or the snoring couples of the bunch)...

There is plenty of outdoor space for grilling, picnicking, and entertainment. We have croquet, horseshoes, badminton and plenty of space for other lawn games.

Please Note: This second floor unit is not pet friendly - if you want to bring your dog or a need to accommodate larger groups, the first floor is also available to book and is listed on VRBO #1258065. The third floor is reserved for owner use.

*If you would like to book both 1st and 2nd floor units together please contact us with requested dates.

The base nightly rate includes two guests; each additional guest is $35/person/night. We chose this pricing structure to accommodate parties of all sizes.

Property manager

Mark&Whitney

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is NOT childproofed.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Marlboro

Marlboro is home to this apartment. Benmarl Vineyards and Winery and Quartz Rock Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Franny Reese State Park and Hudson Highlands State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dutchess Stadium or McCann Ice Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marlboro, NY

What's nearby

  • Benmarl Vineyards and Winery - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Mount Saint Mary's College Newburgh - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Resorts World Hudson Valley - 15 min drive - 15.4 km
  • SplashDown Beach - 21 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Vassar College - 24 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Poughkeepsie Station - 20 min drive
  • Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mary Jane's Dairy Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Benmarl Winery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lawrence Farms Orchards - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Ortega - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Maya - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Orchard Keeper's Private Apt. - Entire Second Floor of 1873 Marlboro Farmhouse located?

Situated in Marlboro, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Benmarl Vineyards and Winery, Live At The falcon and Quartz Rock Vineyard. Marlboro Free Library and Hudson River are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason and Kirsten H.

Great place for a family weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Farmhouse. Everything was beautifully decorated inside and worked great for our family of five. It is also centrally located for day trips to Hyde Park and hiking. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

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

Wonderful!

Whitney and Mark are amazing hosts. They made everything easy for us, including making themselves available. We loved the upstairs - it was comfortable and had everything we needed to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gordon F., Remsen, NY USA

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

Outstanding Experience

Whitney & John were excellent hosts. The property was extremely spacious and very comfortable. We loved the location and found the neighborhood quiet. I can’t recommend this property highly enough!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

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

Art workshop at Riverside

Excellent! Such a beautiful spot. Whitney and Mark were wonderful hosts. Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn S.

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

Loved our time at the farmhouse

Every detail for a comfortable stay has been carefully considered. The hosts were very welcoming, and available to answer all our questions about the surrounding area. We felt at home at the farmhouse. Thank you Whitney, we enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Fabulous Farmhouse

This experience exceeded our expectations in every way. The apartment was lovely and very convenient to everything we wanted to do during our Hudson Valley vacation. The kitchen, living space, and bedrooms were comfortable and charming. Whitney and Mark were so attentive and gracious in answering our (many) questions. We cannot recommend this more enthusiastically.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

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

Lovely getaway

Our family had a great week! The kitchen is very well-provisioned, and Whitney and Mark are great hosts. With hot weather the AC in the bedrooms was a lifesaver. And we loved the vegetable patch and hunting for frogs in the pond. Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Marlboro Farmhouse

We absolutely loved the Farmhouse - it was decorated so beautifully, there was plenty of space, bedrooms were very comfortable, bathrooms, kitchen and living areas were prefect as well. Mark and Whitney were great hosts. We would recommend to anyone visiting the area - 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daphne P.

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

Feels like home

The farmhouse was super charming, roomy, clean, with everything you would need. Comfortable beds, great kitchen, and baths. Close to enough to everything but just far enough to feel relaxing and quiet. Thank you Mark and Whitney for your hard work on the renovations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Love this home!

This second floor apartment is well layed out, spacious, very comfortable. Everything you need for a short or long term stay. Kitchen well equipped. Decor is lovely, just perfect for 150 year old farm house. Very clean throughout. About a half hour drive to Poughkeepsie, Marist and Vassar.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tina B.

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

Would stay here again

Great place to stay. The owners are so very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Bachelorette Weekend

We were up in Marlboro for a bachelorette weekend at the wineries. This house was perfect for what we needed. Extremely clean and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annie S.

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

Spacious renovated farmhouse

Spacious, comfortable home with lots of nice details. Well equipped kitchen. Owners were easy to communicate with. We enjoyed our stay!

8/10 Good

Rodney S.

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

Spacious, comfortable, quiet, remote

There is lots of space for four adults — with 2-bdrms, 2-1/2 baths, living room and spacious kitchen / dining area, there’s room to spread out and find a bit of privacy. The farmhouse is 2 miles from the hamlet of Marlboro, so we made a few excursions for supplies (once via bicycle, but be warned that it is all uphill returning to the farmhouse). If you’re into hiking/biking, note that it is 16 minutes (north) to the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park. 30 minutes (south) to the Breakneck Ridge Trail in Cold Spring, and 30-55 minutes (northwest or west, respectively) to hiking trails in Minnewaska State Park Preserve.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Donna G.

Cozy

Very cozy and lots of space to move around. Plenty of room for a family getaway

10/10 Excellent

Ellicott W.

Great spot, friendly hosts!

We really loved our weekend in Marlboro. Mark and Whitney were wonderful hosts, very friendly and responsive. And the property was just what we were looking for. Awesome selection of art and food books, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Mark&Whitney

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We fell in love with the Hudson River Valley and everything it has to offer including the abundance of wineries, farms, orchards, hiking trails and museums. We love the artistic community in this area and often frequent DI: Beacon, Storm King Art Center, and local galleries and festivals. We have lived across the United States from California, Chicago, Florida, North Carolina, New York City and have now decided to make the Hudson Valley our home. This area provides a coziness and certain slowness that we indulge in as city transplants.

When we found the farmhouse we instantly felt a connection and a duty to restore her to her former glory. The house and property were in quite disarray and we have/are slowly and methodically renovating our way through the house. The house boasts over 7,000 square feet of unique spaces and the grounds have an abundance of cypress trees, meandering grape vines, two ponds and a beautiful stream.

We keep the third floor apartment for ourselves and our two loving dogs; we may be on site during your stay to tend to the gardens and maintenance of the house. If you need assistance with anything we are available 24/7 either through Airbnb or direct text to help make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Why they chose this property

Marlboro is a wonderful little gem of a town. The little downtown has Franks Deli, Brix Gastropub, The Falcon Music Venue, The Raccoon Saloon... what more do you really need?

For those seeking to explore the rich local heritage of art & history during your stay, there are many institutions within a short drive from the house:

DIA: Beacon is a renowned contemporary art museum directly across the river.

Storm King Art Center is an open-air museum with the largest collection of contemporary outdoor sculptures in the U.S.

Washington’s Headquarters
The Vanderbilt Estate
The Roosevelt Estates
U.S. Military Academy at West Point
Culinary Institute of America
(The brief list here is just some of our favorites; we'd be happy to guide you to many more if that is what interests you)

We are close to the Walkway Over the Hudson and the Hudson Valley Rail Trail, and not far from Lake Minnewaska and Bear Mountain. We are on the Shawangunk Wine trail which includes the following Marlboro wineries: Benmarl, Glorie Farm Winery, Stoutridge Vinyard, Magnanini Winery and Nostrano Vineyards.

A few breweries in the area are Weed Orchards, Bad Seed Cider, Newburgh Brewing Company, Hudson Ale Works, Mill House Brewing Company, The Gluten Free Brewery, Weed Orchards, Blue Collar Brewery, North River Hops and Brewing, Obercreek Brewing Company, 2 Way Brewing Company, Hudson Valley Brewery, and Keegan Ales.

Attractions for families include the Children’s Museum in Poughkeepsie, the historic Gomez Mill House Museum, Rocking Horse Ranch, SSplashdown Beach Waterpark, Stony Kill Farm and Environmental Education Center

What makes this property unique

At night, there is almost no light pollution, and the stars in the sky overhead are stunning... You will hear: frogs in the pond, roosters from the farms down the road, coyotes up on the mountainside, owls in the grove of birch trees, tractors driving past, the orchard horn at noon, Canadian Geese flying overhead... and at night: silence (punctuated softly once in a while by the train whistle from across the river.

Languages:

English