| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 26 positive, 0 negative]
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| 09/02/09 |
Positive
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| Lovely home with lots of room made this weekend getaway ideal. We unfortunately had a bit of rain so we played lots of games and watched movies...very relaxing. Took in a concert at Bethel Woods and had a great time! I would definitely book again when we will be in the area. Thanks Owen! |
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Debbi, Staatsburg, NY |
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| 08/11/09 |
Positive
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This home made a wonderful July vacation site for
multigenerations. Smallwood was peaceful,pastoral,
and friendly. The house and hearth were inviting:
ample space, wonderful deck for socializing and
sunning,modern kitchen for convenience. Enough
space for privacy if needed. The lake provided
fishing and nature wonders, swimming and lessons,
and other children. Our experience was joyous. |
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Jocelynn , Poughkeepsie, NY
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| 06/29/09 |
Positive
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| This house fulfilled a wide variety of "wishes" our family of 13 had for our vacation. Biking around the lake was a highlight,but equally enjoyable was the fishing and kyaking. There was lots of room to spread out. Our oldest son was delighted to have wifi available and the children had a great time with all the toys in the basement. |
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Montoro Family, NYC |
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| 03/09/09 |
Positive
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| My family and my sister's family stayed at the house for a week. There was plenty of room and the finished basement was the perfect place for the kids to hang out in. My dog loved the freedom to run around and even made friends with the neighbor's dog. Plenty of space and very peaceful!! The only downside was that the previous guests were not so diligent about leaving the house clean, so we ended up spending our first day at the house cleaning. |
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Anonymous |
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Homeowner Response:
Hi...Owen here...most guests do a terrific job(see all comments!) cleaning..either themselves, or by hiring a local professional...our philosophy that we impart to all guests is that we hope everyone leaves the place 5% better than how they found it..that is usually the way people DO leave it...
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| 02/04/09 |
Positive
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| We spent the first week of January09 at this great house. The view is awesome and the whole experience was just unforgettable. You feel right at home with all the necessary amenities specially the kitchen. We are looking forrward to spend some time during the summer or perhaps spring at this wonderfull property. I recomend it 100%. Wheather you want to relax or have fun you find it all. Definitely would go back. |
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Tita Martinez, San Juan, PR |
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| 01/19/09 |
Positive
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| We loved the place--lots of charm and room. The kitchen was great--nothing was lacking. Felt very cozy during snowstorm with the fireplace going. The beds were comfortable with warm comforters provided. We enjoyed the pool table downstairs and the DVD movies. Was a great week-end getaway. We would love to visit in the summer; must be awesome. Thank you!! |
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Barbara |
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| 01/19/09 |
Positive
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Excellent accommodations for any size family with any age children!
It snowed 8 inches while we were there and the picture windows from every direction let us enjoy the flakes while we stayed cozy by the fire. With woods, lake and seclusion, this was truly a magnificent way to take a vacation without traveling too far. It felt like we were in northern Maine, and it is only two hours from our home in Connecticut. A "must go" for anyone wanting to enjoy quality time with their family! Thank you to owners! |
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Anonymous |
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| 01/19/09 |
Positive
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Owen,
The house was incredible! My husband and I spent
a long weekend there with some friends and had a
wonderful time. There was lots of room and lots to
do to keep busy. There was a selection of dvds and
videos, lots of books, magazines and board games,
wireless internet, a pool table and a great kitchen
to spend time together in and cook. The fireplace
added ambience during the unexpected snowstorm
but being housebound was actually a pleasure. The
down comforters and pillows were incredibly
comfortable.(a perfect touch) The opening up and
closing instructions were very explicit and easy to
follow. It was a great weekend spent with friends
in a great house!! |
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Audrey , Staten Island NY |
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| 12/07/08 |
Positive
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| The house by far is a hidden treasure. The pictures on the site are nothing compared to what the actual house looks like inside . The house is secluded from others giving you privacy, and peace. It also has a finished basement with entertainment, which by far kept us busy. The owner was great to work with, and kept in contact whenever we needed to speak to him. It was a great stay overall. Thanks Owen! |
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Robin, CT/Fairfield County |
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| 11/20/08 |
Positive
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This house is without question a great value. Spent a long (3-day) weekend in mid-November and was fortunate to enjoy fairly mild, snow-free weather. There was plenty of room for the four of us, rooms were clean, good selection of board games, movies, etc., plus billiard table downstairs. Very comfortable place to relax in. We cooked our meals in the full kitchen which was just as good and familiar as being in your own home; would love to visit this place sometime between mid-spring and early fall to take advantage of the outdoor grill on the wrap-around porch surrounded by all those trees.
Visited the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts (a definite highlight; do not miss it) and enjoyed some good pizza at Benji & Jake's in nearby White Lake.
Thanks again, Owen. This place was exactly what we were looking for and a lot more.
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John, Glen Gardner, NJ |
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| 11/04/08 |
Positive
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| Wonderful location, lots of entertainment. Perfect for families with kids and dogs. We loved every second of our stay in October. The lake is just across the road. The play room downstairs has entertainment for every age group plus additional beds. Communication with owner was VERY helpful and pleasant. Would definitely like to come back some time. |
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Mila, Brooklyn, NY |
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| 10/18/08 |
Positive
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Lovely property with lots of room. It was a great place to get away from it all. My husband, myself and 3 older relatives came together to visit family and friends. We enjoyed the home away from home instead of being stuck in a motel/hotel. The kitchen was exceptional, as was the hot water and water pressure, something we did not expect. Would stay there again for sure.
Marilyn |
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Anonymous |
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| 10/06/08 |
Positive
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| What a find! We came up from the city with our golden retireiver for 5 nights in Septemeber and even with a little rain, it was perfect. House was so well equipped, especially the kitchen. The owner, Owen gave us great insight into the area as well, so dinner out was also a find. |
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Melissa , New York, NY |
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| 09/23/08 |
Positive
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| We had a great weekend getaway in this awesome lake house! Everything you could hope for and more in the house - fire pit, computer, DVDs, and a well-appointed kitchen! The lake is so peaceful and beautiful! Owen is very accommodating and helpful! You can't go wrong with this one. I am counting the days until I can return... |
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Nicole Doudican, New York, NY
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| 09/17/08 |
Positive
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This is a great house ! Very well equipted kitchen and lots of entertainment in- and outside. Nice private yard and large deck. We had a great time !
The communication with the owner was also very good and friendly. We´ll come back !
thanks a lot Owen ! |
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Kirsten Hopstaken, Yorktown Heights |
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| 09/01/08 |
Positive
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We rented this great house for the entire month of August to beat the heat of the city-
It was a terrific escape that suited our needs very well. Two families with a young toddler each shared this house and had room to spare. It's an ideal family rental with a large finished basement for children to run around in, a fire pit for roasting smores, and a large porch for bbque dinners-
The lake amenities were perfect for us- our kids loved the life guarded beach area with swing sets and toys for public use. There were lots of families with other kids to play with. The non-motor boat lake was great for rowing and kayaking- My favorite part of the day was my morning walk around the lake in which I picked my daily wildflower bouquet- so scenic and right across the street from the house!!
This particular region in the Catskills is also undergoing a newfound resurgence due to the Bethel Woods Arts center- a must see on your stop!! The farmers market on Sundays in the fall is wonderful, there are a bunch of new good restaurants to try (Benji & Jakes Pizza!!!), Fiddler's Flea market is also new and notable and don't forget to take a road trip to Callicoon - to check out local potters!
Great house- highly recommended |
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Melissa Birnbaum, New York, NY |
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| 09/01/08 |
Positive
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We totally enjoyed our stay. We rented the house for a month, but could have stayed longer. Very relaxing and comfortable. While my wife and friends enjoyed kayaking, hiking and swimming, I was hobbled by a knee injury and spent the time just kicking back on the great deck. We hope to return soon.
Thanks. |
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Jerry Piasecki, White Plains, NY |
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| 06/23/08 |
Positive
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| My brothers and I had a great stay at your place. We enjoyed the firepit and just relaxing around the house and deck. Great place to get away and enjoy some peace and quiet. Thanks again. |
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Paul, Rochester NY
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| 06/09/08 |
Positive
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| My friends and I had a fantastic stay. The property is right off the road but feels very secluded. The lake is literally yards off the driveway and the dock is just a short walk away. Almost everythign you may need is here. Fire pit, pool table, nice kitchen with modern appliances, great water pressure, plenty of hot water, boardgames, covered outdoor eating area, deck, etc etc. We never felt like there was nothing to do and there were plenty of opportunities to relax and just do nothing. And the owner is great to deal with. Thanks! |
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Elyas, Brooklyn, NY |
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| 05/27/08 |
Positive
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| This was a perfect meeting place for a family get-together. The pictures on the website do not do the house justice; it is a beautiful house with all the comforts of home. Although there are cottages all around the small lake, all are set back in the woods so you feel that you are alone. Just bring a bunch of food, and you're all set for a purely relaxing experience! |
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Frank and Ellen Vella, Syracuse, NY |
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| 04/22/08 |
Positive
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An uplifting experience – in every sense of the word
My uncle has a house in the Catskills to which my family planned to go to celebrate Passover- when we arrived at the house we discovered that due to a mixup there were people there!!! Can you imagine an entire family, in the middle of the Catskill forest, on Passover eve, homeless???... I'm sure you can't- then a MIRACLE happened – we opened VRBO and found this house. We called- the owner couldn't be nicer and totally understood our situation. He arranged for us to get the key on the spot and helped us with all our needs on a very short notice. This was already a Passover miracle for us, but then we arrived at the house and what a pleasant surprise. Being from New York we thought that if the owner was so nice, and if we managed to get the house on a holiday, there must be a catch... well, did I say a miracle? The house was beautiful, in a peaceful wooded area, it just had the right “feel” to it. Everything was clean and inviting – we celebrated the “Seder” and truly felt blessed.
Thank you for an unforgettable experience! |
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Sharon, NYC, NY |
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| 03/18/08 |
Positive
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The house was outstanding. The owner of the house was very accomodating to our needs even though the rental was on a very short notice. The house was well furnished with plenty of space. Fire place was beautiful and the high ceiling was a plus. Basement had more than enough entertainment to keep us occupied for the whole weekend. It was a shame that my group only had a weekend spend at the house. Will most definitely visit again.
Thank you Owen! |
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Yong, NYC, NY |
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| 03/14/08 |
Positive
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We rented the house only for weekend, but I wish we could stay much longer. The house is big, clean, there's a pool table, fireplace. The mood of this place and surrounding area is great.
Thanks Owen
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marcin, NYC
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| 03/03/08 |
Positive
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For starters the house is beauitful.. The area is breathtaking in the snow, fireplace, pooltable, dartboard all great things included in the house which were great!! I will definately be returning to the house!! Thanks Owen
Chris
Freeport, Long Island |
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Chris , Freeport NY
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| 02/22/08 |
Positive
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Smallwood is a great get away for a couple or small group. My fiancee and I had a wonderful weekend their, the lake was frozen and it was snowing. The fireplace kept us warm and the kitchen was great for preparing large meals.I recommend this place to anyone A++++.
There is also a pool table(awesome). |
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Eric, Manhattan New York |
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| 01/02/08 |
Positive
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This was a great experience. The house exceeded our (already high) expectations. The vicinity is peaceful and magical. Not even a minute of our stay there was wasted or boring.
Contact with the owner was very friendly, pleasant and professional. We will visit again.
Thank you! |
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Jacek |
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