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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 483.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Clinton, NY
  • Hamilton College
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Utica College
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Stanley Theater
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Utica, NY (UCA-Oneida County)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Quaint, 102 year old bungalow nestled in woods-close to amenities.


As part of our 68 acre homestead, The Gift Bungalow has been our labor of love for the past 3 years. Offering guests the feeling of a rustic, country get-a-way while being close to many amenities and activities. Just 2.5 miles from the village of Clinton, NY and less than a 10 minute drive to Hamilton College, our historic 1921 guest house is a step back in time with all the comforts of home. Beautifully decorated and featuring hard-wood floors, period furniture, new state-of-the-art appliances, cascading natural light in every room and flourishing landscaping-this charming homestead is a dream come true for those struck with wanderlust. Curl up with a hot coffee on the front porch and watch the world awaken around you...

INTERESTED IN STAYING IN OUR GUEST HOUSE? ....

To check availability, please message us below with your preferred dates-of-stay, number of guests we should expect, where-abouts you're traveling from and of course, any questions you may have. Please be sure you have reviewed are our listing description and house rules. In addition, please be aware we are repainting the exterior of the bungalow (in between guest stays :)

Property manager

Mary and Kevin Hilsinger
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
*Pets are allowed at our discretion
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
We have wonderful neighbors! Out of respect for them, we ask that you keep noise to a minimum past 10 p.m.
SMOKING is not permitted in the residence.
For safety reasons, hosts must know the number of guests staying. Thank you!!

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Clinton

Located in Clinton, this holiday home is in a rural area. Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art at Hamilton College and Oneida County Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brimfield View Driving Range and Brimfield Farm Winery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at New Hartford Recreation Center or Charles A Gaetano Stadium. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Clinton, NY

What's nearby

  • Hamilton College - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Utica College - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Saranac Brewery - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Stanley Theater - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Utica Zoo - 11 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Utica Station - 14 min drive
  • Rome, NY (RME-Griffiss Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pinz - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bonoms Dari Creme - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint, 102 year old bungalow nestled in woods-close to amenities. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Quaint, 102 year old bungalow nestled in woods-close to amenities.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint, 102 year old bungalow nestled in woods-close to amenities.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint, 102 year old bungalow nestled in woods-close to amenities. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Sangertown Square, Brimfield View Driving Range and Brimfield Farm Winery. Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art at Hamilton College and Hamilton College are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Wonderful bungalow!

Clean, cozy, well stocked…what a great place to stay for a week while in the area on business.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

So cute and amazing!

Mary and Kevin were great hosts and super attentive to details. The house has anything you could need and is super quaint. Will stay again next time I’m in Clinton!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W G.

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

Perfect Autumn weekend spot

We enjoyed our stay and recommend for a cozy getaway. The hosts provided everything we needed for a relaxing visit to the area. The location is great for exploring Clinton and other quaint towns.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

We love staying at the gift bungalow

Everything is thoughtfully considered and provided by the hosts, making the stay very welcoming and comfortable. We love the location and setting for this beautifully restored bungalow. It’s cozy, spotless and very well organized inside. We plan to return again whenever we vist the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cori-lynn S.

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

Sweet little place

I was very comfortable staying here and will stay here in the future! Very accommodating and close to everything! Very clean! Sweetest little place to stay with a pet and a young one!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Wonderful stay

Had a great stay here! The bungalow is very well maintained, and comes with everything you’d need! Mary & Kevin are wonderful hosts and are very easy to communicate with. Close to Hamilton College!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Holiday Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed this lovely and comfortable and quiet home. The kitchen was very well stockedand the bedrooms were adorable 😍! The wildlife and free range chickens are a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

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

Second time is a charm!

This is my second time staying at the Bungalow and, as before, it is a treat. Very thoughtful touches everywhere, immaculate space, fully equipped kitchen (enough to prep Thanksgiving dishes!), quiet and comfortable. The Bungalow is my go-to place for stays in Clinton, Mary is responsive and super helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

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

Charming Bungalow

Very thoughtful hosts. Great property. Wish we had more time to soend there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby L.

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

The perfect getaway

The gift was just perfect! The Inside was very well kept, clean and we felt so welcome, it had everything you could need. The location was perfect close to shops but also nice and quiet. We loved seeing the chickens everyday and the deer as well. Would love to come back and highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

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

Charming, super comfortable, gorgeous setting

Mary and Kevin have created a cozy, comfortable, thoughtfully decorated retreat — I loved my stay. Everything a traveller might need — and more — has been provided, including coffee and breakfast options befitting a high-end country Inn and helpful resources about the area. The bungalow is over 100 years old but the newly renovated kitchen and bath are state of the art — such a great combination of history and modernity!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki f.

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

Birthday Weekend

Our stay was amazing!!!! We can't say enough about the well kept cottage and property! Truly a restful place. We were welcomed with warmth and thoughtfulness which is much needed in this crazy busy world. The host were very accommodating and genuinely care about their visitors. The special touches did not go unnoticed. 5 STARS!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed G.

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

Family visit.

Lovely quiet gem. Hosts have put attention to every detail. I highly recommend. Perfect place to stay visiting a Hamilton student or any other Utica area event
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Wonderful Respite

The Gift was a true gift for our college touring, hotel weary family including our dog who had so much pent up energy that she literally ran in circles upon arrival.As stated in all other reviews, Mary and Kevin are exceptionally attentive, thoughtful, and communicative hosts. They truly have thought of everything necessary to make your stay comfortable, including an incredible coffee/tea setup, breakfast items and snacks, and a basket of toiletries. They even had a dog bed and toy set up for our girl and had filled a dog bowl with ice water.The bungalow is thoughtfully.and beautifully decorated and the kitchen is well stocked with anything that you will need for cooking and brand new appliances. It does not feel like a rental but more like home.The shower is unbelievable and the heated bathroom floors have motivated us to consider putting them in our own house!There is a beautiful trail that we were able to walk the dog on. If ever in the area again, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige R.

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

The Gift was everything we needed and more

We loved our stay in Clinton! The guest house was stocked with all of the toiletries and snacks we needed and even more. The hosts definitely thought of everything! We enjoyed sitting outside and watching the chickens and enjoyed trying some of their eggs too. We would definitely stay here again next time we’re back in Clinton.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois M.

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

Wonderful experience

Kevin and Mary are excellent hosts! They both have a splendid eye for details as hosts. The redo on the home is phenomenal and so cozy. We enjoyed every aspect of our stay for the people to The Girls to the deer. Thanks, Kevin and Mary!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great place to stay

We loved the bungalow, particularly the location and spacious yard with roaming chickens and daffodils blooming everywhere. The house was very well stocked with anything we might have forgotten to bring from home and they generously provided milk, fresh eggs, coffee, snacks, etc. It was very comfortable and cozy and we won’t hesitate to stay again. The owners were easy to communicate with and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don H.

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

Simply Perfect

The Gift Bungalow is a great place to stay. Mary and Kevin make you feel completely comfortable. Their hospitality and thoughtfulness was exceptional. All conveniences are high quality and they anticipate your every need.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige M.

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

One of the best VRBO's!

Not only was the property lovely, but the extras from the host were very thoughtful and appreciated! We didn't get a chance to try the fresh eggs from the beautiful chickens, but we will definitely be back! I have to admit, being a city dweller, I was a little worried about the chickens, but they were great! It was so nice when they came to say hello!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joline T.

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

Perfect for Hamilton Graduation Weekend

This is my second weekend at The Gift. It’s the perfect location for Hamilton Families. The house is clean, cute, convenient, and close to town and campus. Kevin and Mary are wonderful hosts and think of everything. Thank you so much and don’t hesitate to book this great home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine P.

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

Why would we ever stay anywhere else!?!

Everything was perfection! Mary and Kevin have literally thought of every possible thing that anyone would need or want in the amazing bungalow tucked in nature! We regularly book on VRBO and have never had hosts provide this level of service - truly unmatched! We have family in the area and have stayed in hotels for decades when coming for gatherings. We’re so happy to have found this “gift” and look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard and Linda E.

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

The Gift

Very satisfying treat at this quaint bungalow. The owners were very accurate on the amenities and comfort level. We were greeted with kindness and a very satisfied 2 weeks. The area was very quiet and comfortable. We would like to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

New Place to Stay

We decided to get a rental instead of staying with friends as we had the baby and all his stuff with us. The rental was absolutely perfect. Close to everything and everyone. The hosts thought of everything from the pack-n-play to the high chair. They even left little goodies for us when we checked in. Definitely plan on coming back and staying here for future trips!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate J.

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

Great Stay at the Gift

My family had a wonderful weekend stay at the Gift Bungalow. The house had everything we needed and more. Location was great, updates are lovely, and the hospitality was unmatched. Arriving late in the evening, we especially appreciated the snacks and breakfast items waiting for us. So nice not to have to run out to the store right away. And our daughter, a prospective Hamilton student, enjoyed seeing the Hamilton garden flag and encouraging notes left by Mary. We hope she chooses Hamilton so we have excuses to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome Visit

We had a wonderful weekend stay at The Gift in Clinton. We were up visiting our daughter in college nearby and thoroughly enjoyed our downtime in Mary and Kevin’s bungalow. The property is set back from the road and has a lovely front porch and a back yard with an expansive view. Fresh eggs from “The Girls” made for a delicious omelette following an excellent nights sleep in extremely comfortable beds. Mary is super friendly and gave us chicken scratch so we could feed the birds- a real treat for us city folks! Would love to come back. Thank you Mary and Kevin!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mary and Kevin Hilsinger

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We both have lived in the area for more than 12 years and have always loved the village: there's a beautiful historical park in the center of town surrounded by a wide variety of shops-many have been operating for many years. One of our favorite places to visit in the fall is Clinton Cider Mill: the donuts are amazing (made daily throughout the day) We live in the ranch next door with our two fur babies. 4 of our 5 children live locally along with one grandchild so we are blessed to be able to spend time with them!
We were intrigued to find out that the property belonged to a family for close to 200 years-the Bungalow is 102 years old and there other home on the property is over 55 years old. During the early 1900's, a local Trolley ran for over 30 years about 100 ft in front of the Bungalow. The line ran between Clinton, New Hartford and Utica.
There's also an old barn with a fairy large meadow that we garden on each Summer-it's been a true learning curve but so worth it: there's nothing like picking your own veggies and flowers! The remainder of the property is wooded. There are several old trails that were here when we purchased the property back in 2019 --we are hopeful to make them available for guests to enjoy: its beautiful up there!
During our first tour of the property, we fell in love with Bungalow-we knew immediately that it would be a perfect guest house: the charm and character were the shinning stars despite needing a total rehab.
We invite you to stay and enjoy our little piece of paradise ....

Why they chose this property

We chose the property for the location: close to many amenities yet in a country setting with acreage to enjoy the wildlife, trails and the ability to garden. The village of Clinton is just minutes away.

What makes this property unique

When we first saw the property, we knew we had found a hidden gem! The charm of the original front windows and lovely front porch sold us! If you are in search of a country setting...Come sit awhile, and enjoy!

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