Enchanting retreat in Historic Rensselaerville BnB

Room in Town of Rensselaerville, New York

  1. 2 double beds
  2. Private attached bathroom
Stay with Ellen
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

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Peace and quiet

This home is in a quiet area.

Room in a bed and breakfast

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
Colorful and cozy 2nd floor room with 2 full beds, linen sheets, blackout shades and spacious private bathroom. The bathroom is adjoining and features a claw foot tub and wow wallpaper for a modern vintage vibe.
You'll love exploring the picturesque town, Huyck Preserve trails and Lake Myotosis or just relaxing at the house. Coffee and tea are available on the landing early morning and breakfast is served downstairs in the morning room.

The space
Located in the center of the historic hamlet of Rensselaerville, the Catalpa House dates from 1806 and boasts a long history of hospitality, operating as a boarding house continuously from the 1920's to 70's. Lovingly refurbished with vintage fixtures to maintain the historic charm, fresh updates feature designer wallpaper and enveloping colors to evoke a modern Shangri-La. It is our pleasure to open our home to travelers looking for a restful retreat as well as the friends' and family of our own colorful community.

Guest access
You are welcome to enjoy the landing, living rooms, library and outdoor spaces at any time. Please contact us about reserving private space for video calls or if you are looking for a contactless stay.
The gym is available by appointment for use by up to 2 people at a time.

During your stay
We are around the property and also available by phone or text during your stay.

Other things to note
We are following CDC guidelines in regards to the pandemic. Please reschedule your visit if you are having symptoms of any communicable illness.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Wifi
Free parking on premises
Bathtub
Shared backyard – Not fully fenced
Indoor fireplace: gas, pellet stove
Unavailable: Lock on bedroom door

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 42 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Town of Rensselaerville, New York, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

The former mill town, established around 1780, hugs the banks of Ten Mile creek in the Helderberg Hills, 40 minutes northwest of the Hudson Amtrak station. The hamlet is a registered historic district with well kept examples of period architecture, a quaint library and historical society museum housed in the old mill. It is a few steps from the mill to the arresting Rensselaerville Falls and an entry point to the Huyck Preserve and biological research station. Follow the miles of well maintained, gently rising trails that take you around Lake Myosotis and into the forest preserve or park at the beach and enjoy the sun setting over the water.

Meet your hosts

Where I went to school: Atlantic Theater Company
My work: (Website hidden by Airbnb)
I spend too much time: checking the weather
What makes my home unique: The creative vibe in a historic setting.
What's for breakfast: Delicious, decadent, gluten free.
My partner Ed and I are honored to be welcoming guests to our home at the historic Catalpa House bed and breakfast. With loving attention to every surface we have conceived the storied inn as a whimsical travelers refuge in a magical hamlet. Our aim is to provide an experience for old friends and new, that both soothes the soul and sparks the imagination. We look forward to getting to know you both here and on our travels!
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Things to know

House rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Checkout before 12:00 PM
2 guests maximum

Safety & property

Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for children and infants

Cancellation policy