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Road Entrance
Driveway Entrance
Right Side of Driveway
Front Door
Front Door to Road

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 15650.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Amsterdam, NY
  • Amsterdam Municipal Golf Course
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Amsterdam Shopping Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • St Mary's Amsterdam
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

First Floor Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

First Floor Master Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

North Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Second Floor North Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor North Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Second Floor South Bedroom5

1 Queen Bed

Second Floor South Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor North Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor South Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Theatre/Rec Room Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Upstate Winter Mansion- Hot Tub, Theatre, Game Room & MORE! Come Ski Upstate!

“The Mansion on University”

Featuring 7 total bedrooms includes 2 first floor master suites. Granite kitchen, dining room, executive office, solarium, 3 fireplaces, hardwood floors, sauna, 3 bars, game & fitness room, 43 seat state of the art streaming movie theater are just for starters. The grounds feature a shallow gunite in ground pool (No Diving), outdoor hot tub, 3 car garage, lighted tennis court, bocce court, gazebos, wood fire-pit for evening gatherings. All this sites on 7.8 beautifully landscaped acres fenced in. Set back from the road private and secure. The home is always professional cleaned and sanitized prior to your arrival. All sheets, towels and linens have been freshly dry cleaned & laundered. Bath towels, hand towels and wash clothes are provided. Basic paper products like toilet and paper towels are provided. We also have a laundry area where an iron, ironing table, basic bleach, soaps and fabric softeners are available for use.

There are two first floor master suites, one with a queen bed and the other has a king bed. There are five bedrooms upstairs. Three of the have queen beds and two of them have queen beds and a twin xl in the same room. One of the bedrooms upstairs has a portable futon. One of the first floor master bedrooms also has a crib that can easily be moved from room to room. There are also 3 cots available at no charge as long as prior notice is given.

Our kitchen area offers a 5 burner electric cooktop, double oven, microwave, fridge with ice/water & dishwasher. There are enough silverware, glassware, serveware and dinnerware for 15+. There's a large amount of frying, sauce and sautee pans as well as cookie sheets and muffin tins for baking. We have a majority of the utensils you will need for cooking and BBQ. Our coffee pot runs on ground coffee or Keurig cups. There is a toaster and blender as well as a basket of freshly laundered pot holders and kitchen towels available for use. Here you will also find a cabinet of cleaning supplies available for use should the need arrive during your stay. (Windex, Clorox wipes, Lysol, etc.)

Our basement features a seat/beanbag movie theatre that has most recently been upgraded with new 4K projector, larger screen and more powerful sound. The system is 100% wireless and allows streaming through apple tv account with easy one remote access. To help celebrate this new addition we've also installed a popcorn machine for your enjoyment. If you decide the current movie selection is not for you you can step into the basement bar/billiards area. This area features a 2nd full size refrigerator/freezer, full size pool table, chalk and sticks. Adjacent to that you will find another gaming area featuring a foosball table and full size ping pong/table tennis table. Lastly you will find a fitness area that features: A treadmill, 2 bicycles, trampoline, fitness bands, and floor mats. There is also a half bathroom that services this area.

Our outdoor pool area features a 5 burner BBQ grill, 2 dining tables that seat 6 each. 2 Lounge chairs, several misc. chairs around the pool & firepit. A new 5 person hot tub that is open year round. There is a screened in gazebo that offers another table and 4 more chairs. Just past the garage is our newly resurfaced bocce court ready for action. Just opposite of that you will find our lighted tennis courts. Please note the pool is shallow and only 5 feet deep. No diving is allowed! For you music fans there's a wireless Sonos system installed that will allow you to stream music around the pool from your smartphone. On the back patio you can find all the toys you may have forgotten at home. Inflatable beach balls, beach towels, floats, tennis rackets, sunscreen, bug spray and the makings for some fun lawn games. (we always suggest bringing a fresh set of tennis balls)The pool is typically open from Memorial day to Labor day.

Were 30 minutes from Saratoga Springs /Albany International Airport/Adirondack Park. As well as area attractions like Howes Caverns, Mohawk Valley Gateway Overlook, Cooperstown Baseball Hall of Fame, Rivers Casino, Herkimer Diamond Mine, Lake Placid, Wineries of the Finger Lakes, Adirondack Animal Land, Apple Orchards, Saratoga Race Track, Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Dozen's of ski resorts, Great Escape - Six Flags, Boldt Castle, Corning Museum of Glass, Boxing Hall of fame, Santa's Workshop, Proctors Theatre as well the MVP Arena. In the home we offer an abundance of information about local attractions and towns as well as a list of recommended restaurants and experiences in the area.

We truly are a 4 season destination and would be happy to assist with local reservations or recommendations. As always our caretaker and housekeeping crew are there to handle your every need should they arise. We want your stay to be a comfortable and enjoyable one. We are more than happy to help with special on demand requests. Need flowers delivered? Caterer or private chef for a dinner party? Chauffer or car service for a night on the town? Groceries or liquor delivered prior to your arrival? Just ask we will do our best to make sure all your needs and requests are met.

**We are more than happy to offer discounts on extended stays please just ask when booking.

Property manager

Chad

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is home to this holiday home. Amsterdam Municipal Golf Course and Wolf Hollow Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Strawberry Fields Nature Preserve and Sanders Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Veterans Park and Wildlife Sports and Education Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Amsterdam, NY

What's nearby

  • Amsterdam Municipal Golf Course - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St. Mary's Memorial Health Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Amsterdam Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Carondelet Health Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • St Mary's Amsterdam - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Station - 4 min drive
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bosco's Rest - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Upstate Winter Mansion- Hot Tub, Theatre, Game Room & MORE! Come Ski Upstate! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Upstate Winter Mansion- Hot Tub, Theatre, Game Room & MORE! Come Ski Upstate! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Upstate Winter Mansion- Hot Tub, Theatre, Game Room & MORE! Come Ski Upstate!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upstate Winter Mansion- Hot Tub, Theatre, Game Room & MORE! Come Ski Upstate!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upstate Winter Mansion- Hot Tub, Theatre, Game Room & MORE! Come Ski Upstate! located?

This family-friendly Amsterdam holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Amsterdam Municipal Golf Course, Sanford Farms Shopping Center and Walter Elwood Museum. Veterans Park and Amsterdam Shopping Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 85 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dianne R.

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

The Mansion

Great location and interesting house!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

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

The Mansion lives up hype

Our group had a great time staying at the mansion. Check in and out process were very easy. Host Chad was helpful coordinating chef coming to home, keeping pool open for additional week for us, and providing extra cots for our stay. Highly recommend for big groups!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

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

Great stay at the Mansion

A group of us went down for a bachelor weekend and stayed at the mansion. It's about 40 minutes from the Saratoga race track. Chad was a great host and made sure we were taken care of. Lots of space inside and outside. Also recommended talking to Megan from Megabites catering as she'll make sure you have food and are topped up on supplies during your stay. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Great house

Had an amazing stay had more than enough room for everyone. Easy location to explore the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Samantha C.

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

Great house for a big group

Great house to have a large group of people
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Large property perfect for multiple families

This house was great for the multiple families we had staying here. Plenty of space. The pool and hot tub were great. The kids enjoyed it a lot. There was so much for the kids to do between ping pong, the pool, the tennis courts and the theater room. The only downside was we had trouble with the stove. Tried to make dinner one night and couldn’t get the stove hot enough to boil the water. All and all great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

The best of the best!

We couldn't dream of any better!! Can't wait to to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Abe F.

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

Big House - Outdated

The property was great for our group, but may not be right for everybody. Much of the house and property seems to not be cared for beyond the bare minimum, faulty plumbing and leaks, overgrown grass on what would otherwise be a beautiful lawn, the hottub never got really hot, difficult to operate light switches throughout the house. That said, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

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

JB

Plenty of space for large groups
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

We’ll be back!!

Such a great place to hang out with a large group of friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyx L.

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

Perfect Stay!

My friends and I had been looking forward to our stay at the Mansion since we booked in February - we were so happy that everything completely lived up to our expectations! This property is the perfect escape from NYC in the summer. The property manager was extremely helpful and overall we had the best time. The place looks exactly like the pictures - we got great use out of the pool, movie theater, and new BBQ. We had a great weekend and I highly recommend booking a stay at the mansion!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mahdi S.

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

Great getaway!

We stayed here for 3 days- lovely house filled w/multiple amenities making it hard to leave the house and explore the area as there was much to do at the house (pool, tennis, theater, etc). Hosts were very flexible and nice! checked in to see if we needed anything and were willing to change our dates due to unexpected changes in our schedule. House was clean and fully equipped with linens, towels, etc. Will definitely plan on coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

blair f.

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

Great stay with friends!

8 adults + a toddler and 18 month old, everyone had a blast! The house is huge, plenty of space for all 4 couples and then some. The pool area was a perfect place to spend the hot summer day, with tennis and grilling every night. We absolutely loved our stay and would go back in a heart beat, one small critiques would be a few of the beds aren’t the most comfy and could use a new mattress or mattress cover. Otherwise we can’t wait to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Family trip

My family and I loved staying here for five days! Having a master on the main level was key for my grandparents. We hung by the pool everyday and it was clean with ample outdoor furniture. The house was so spacious and never felt on top of each other. Bedrooms were comfortable and clean. The most bathrooms I’ve seen in a house! Communication with owner was seamless. We’re already thinking about rebooking for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

rex m.

Great time with family...

We had 11 adults, 3 teens and one baby.Enjoyed the pool, tennis, ping pong and basketball - there is so much room in this house! It is clean and had everything we needed - (including a baby crib!). We never left the property (except to play golf at the nearby Trent Jones golf course (and a quick run to Duncan Donuts...). Enjoyed the pool, tennis court, ping pong, etc. The caretakers, Joe and Else are terrific - super easy to work with and are a phone call away if you need something or have a question. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Fiona S.

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

Huge property perfect for our family outing

The house was great at accommodating all of us. All amenities were there and kept pretty clean. The owner did reach out to mention that there would be work done on the exterior of the home and to pardon the look. If I had known that the pool was going to be dirty(not algae) I think just dust from the work going on we may have reconsidered staying here as the pool was a big deciding factor. We had fun but it felt like more than the exterior needed an update. The kitchen was smaller than expected but usable. The bedrooms were large and there were a lot of seating areas. However, the price was lower for a house this large so I think we got what we paid for but I probably wouldn't stay here again unless many more things were updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Laurie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY

We accepted this home after viewing online and reading the reviews. Immediately upon our arrive is when we discovered we were "sold a bill of goods". The grass was overgrown, lights leading to the residence were broken with some toppled, the fountain in front was in total disrepair. Weeds were growing in the bocci court and the so called tennis court had not been kept up. Upon entering we discovered the advertised sauna did not work. Upon contacting the property manager, Chad, a service provider came over to advise it could not be repaired. So scratch the sauna with a sign on the adjacent hot tub in the room with a sign that it was not operable. Trying to make the best of it, the grandchildren went to the pool only to have one granddaughter cut her toe on a pipe which was protruding about 6 inches above the pool deck. we took pictures of the pipe...We should add the skimmer was not working due to, according to the cleaning service that was still on site when we arrive, that the water level was high but not to worry as the water level will be okay as there is a "small" crack in the pool that will allow the water to drain and we should monitor it to add water from a hose, if necessary..In the evening after giving the grandchildren a bath the stopper would not release allowing the water to drain. This resulted in our bailing the water out of the tub. More to write but ran out of characters...DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY...OVERPRICED AND DISAPPOINTING
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

great house!

Chad was very nice and accommodating from helping us with recommendations for a private chef and transportation. The house is big enough for large groups, we had 15 people stay and it did not feel crowded at all. we enjoyed the outside very much - using the pool, hot tub and fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Amsterdam mansion

We reserved this space for our rather large family (5 kids) and also had family visitors. The property was amazingly spacious, had great amenities. It was thoroughly relaxing and in a central location for all invited. Would go back again. Considering making this a regular trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tavis F.

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

Perfect for friends and family get away

House is enormous with plenty of room for our group, all the amemities we wanted, and driving distance to a bunch of fun things; Howe Caverns, Baseball Hall of Fame, six flag, saratoga, the list goes on. Owner is super friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ted S., Canada

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

Wonderful stay

A fantastic place to stay with all the amenities you could ask for. Very nice & responsive host as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

The Mansion

Chad was a great host. His responsiveness and great recommendations of things to do in the area were exceptional. I would highly recommend staying at the mansion. Thanks, Chad!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abhisheka J.

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

Super amazing vacation palace

Loved, loved, loved our stay here. We were a large group and the 7 bedrooms had sleeping space for 20+ people. The mansion has many bathrooms and our stay was super comfortable. Ample towels, both near the pool and inside each bathroom were provided. We loved playing on the tennis court (not in the best shape but we played both in the day and at night under the lights and it was quite enjoyable). Pool and hot tub were amazing with tons of outdoor furniture around to lay down and drink wine/relax. We had campfire almost every night and there were ample chairs and a nice pit. There were so many fun activities to do here to keep everyone engaged. Kids had a lot of fun watching movie in the basement theater. Ping pong table is nice. The Foos ball and Pool table are not in the best condition but this property had so much going for it, that it didn't matter. The property is spread over 8 flat acres and kids had fun running around and playing various outdoor sports. The only drawback with this Vrbo is that Amsterdam, the city, in itself doesn't have much to offer. If you are looking for a comfortable space for a large group and are mainly interested in enjoying the facilities that this mansion has to offer, then nothing can beat this place. We will absolutely return to this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Great house for a big group

"The Mansion" is a unique home that fit our group's needs perfectly. The amenities were key, including the hot tub, tennis court, movie room, ping pong/pool table and the huge yard (the pool was out of season for our visit). The house is a little outdated, and some things could use some sprucing up (back door difficult to open/close, tennis court has seen better days) but still a great trip with no issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Reagan W.

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

Great experience

Very friendly host, helpful during check in and then left us alone but was available if needed. Very easy process and a beautiful and spacious house that accommodates large groups comfortably. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chad

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Languages:

English