Title: Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33547021&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift ## Photo gallery for Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift ![Exterior - Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift (Old Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547100/33547021/3c9924d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/748f486b-ac4e-4783-9b41-5fb82ab199fb-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Outdoor pool - Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift (Old Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547100/33547021/8dd4e40c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player - Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift (Old Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547100/33547021/w1500h919x0y0-4acf17da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor banquet area - Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift (Old Chatham)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33550000/33547100/33547021/d18a944f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the foothills of the Berkshires, Bellavista Country Estate offers a tranquil retreat with an in-ground pool, pond, and miles of riding/hiking trails. Relax with family and friends by enjoying customized professional chef dinners for up to 15 guests or unwind at the library or game room. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 1612000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift Book a summer week-long stay & receive a beautiful custom made Gift Basket for your family! Bellavista Country Estate is a one-of-a kind, beautiful, special estate property. Privately located on 60 acres with pool, pond, trails, game room, in-house gym, library & so much more, staying at the estate is a retreat escape to your own private oasis! BELLAVISTA IS PERFECT FOR FAMILY/FRIEND REUNIONS AND SPECIAL OCCASSIONS, AND IS ALREADY ALMOST FULLY BOOKED FOR SUMMER 2026! SHARE THE LOVE OF TOGETHERNESS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS! CREATE THOSE SPECIAL MEMORIES & ENJOY SUMMER FUN IN YOUR PRIVATE ESTATE W/ POOL, POND, REC ROOM, LIBRARY, GYM, TRAILS & MORE! Bellavista Country Estate is located in the foothills of the Berkshires within equal distance to the Hudson Valley. Large, elegant, but comfortable for all ages! \*12,000 sq. ft. beautiful brick Georgian home on 60 private acres \*In ground pool \*Pond \*Miles of riding/hiking trails. \* Fully stocked Kitchen \* Eat-in Kitchen and beautiful Dining Room \*6 -9 bedrooms, two double room suites can convert to 9 total bedrooms. \*5 full bathrooms \*5 fireplaces \*Rec Room with pinball, arcade, air hockey, card table, Home Theater w/ YouTube TV, HBO MAX, NETFLIX \*In- House Gym \*Library with hundreds of books for all ages and tastes \*Finished Penthouse Attic which can sleep six or more easily. Ping Pong Table, Flat Screen, Games and more! Perfect for kids or an additional Rec Room! \*Fiber Optics Internet \* Full House Generators will cover any weather outages \*Basketball \*Barn with ping pong, darts, foosball, games and bar. The 4,500 square foot barn offers a great additional space to hang out or for events \* Grounds and lawn care, weekly pool maintenance \*New quality mattresses and sofa beds...and so much more! Three (3) Destinations in One! Minutes to the Hudson River Valley, Berkshires in Massachusetts and New York State Capital District. Close proximity to ski resorts, cultural destinations, hiking, boating, fishing and so much more! We've been hosting guests with VRBO (formerly HomeAway since 2011), and we take our role of "Host" seriously. We're here to make your stay extra special! Please see below for more details about the estate and the area! Bellavista Country Estate is wonderful for special events, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays etc with private chefs, professional caterers and full event planning available. We'll work with you to design your "perfect memories". \*(Please note that events do incur additional fees, and due to liability and town/property regulations, all event details must be discussed separately. Only overnight stays are booked via VRBO, not events of any size. Thank you for understanding.) Outdoor Activities Year-Round! Surrounded by rolling fields, manicured lawns, forest, pastures and miles of hiking trails, you don't really need to leave the property. But if you do decide to go "off-campus", you'll be amazed at how many attractions and destinations are located nearby! Visit the beautiful 180 acre public land conservancy with its 35 acre pond and beautiful views of the Catskills, only 1 minute drive from the estate. The scenic pond is perfect for fishing or kayaking. We're also within walking distance to the only indoor tennis facility in the area with three courts -- two hard and one soft Har-Tru. BBQ and picnic on the brick inlaid patios next to the in-ground L shaped pool, surrounded by beautiful perennial gardens. Relax in the shade of the screened in porch. Hike or ride on the miles of Hunt Club trails, winding through the estate's private 60 acres. Several fine golf courses, or drop your canoe in many lakes, ponds and rivers all just minutes away. There are five (5) nearby ski resorts which offer year round activities, including skiing, snow tubing, zip lines, rock climbing walls, water slides, miniature golf and more! Culture Vultures & Pamper Too! The Berkshires and the Hudson River Valley are cultural destinations..so much to see and do! Here's a small sampling: Tanglewood (summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra), Shakespeare & Co., Berkshire Theatre Festival...see the worlds finest dance troupes at Jacobs PIllow. Let's not forget the renowned Canyon Ranch, Kripalu Yoga Center and the Miraval Resort & Spa in Lenox...all just minutes away. Excellent restaurants, Antiques and Art Galleries in Hudson on Warren Street in Hudson, NY and Great Barrington, MA. Our local, historical village of Chatham, founded in 1795, is charming, with its own award winning craft beer brewery, a gourmet cheese shop, landmarked movie theater with first run films, bookshop, fun, eclectic gift shop and good restaurants, cafes, bakeries and more. Wonderful healthy, fresh berry, vegetable and fruit at the many nearby farms throughout the area. Pick your own, or purchase at local farm stands. Farmer's Markets are plentiful! Special Events... Create a perfect weekend for that special event whether its a wedding, birthday anniversary, vow renewal etc... Affiliated with the estate are professional caterers, great chefs and party planners...Events within the barn, house or a white tent affair on the 10 acre front lawn. Events are booked separately from the overnight stay, which is booked on VRBO. Let us help you create your "Special Memory". You really can have it ALL at Bellavista Country Estate! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Optional ski privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Library - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - No elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Outside, in designated areas only ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake ### Things to do - Air hockey - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Foosball table - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Optional ski privileges - Snow sports gear - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 12,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76300000/76297700/76297618/3d64e1fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Berkshires Untold Lenox - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 867 reviews CA $111 CA $125 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=76297618&PinnedHotelID=76297618&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1066500/1066423/db44d375.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vacation Village in the Berkshires Williamstown - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 2,283 reviews CA $131 CA $161 total includes taxes & fees Mar 8 - Mar 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=1066423&PinnedHotelID=1066423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1460000/1457800/1457797/4092a889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Central Downtown Inn & Suites Pittsfield - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 358 reviews CA $148 CA $165 total includes taxes & fees Mar 8 - Mar 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-08&endDate=2026-03-09&selected=1457797&PinnedHotelID=1457797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100110000/100100400/100100371/ed80eced.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic New Lebanon Hideaway on 33 Private Acres! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 387726 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Beautiful Estate for your Family/Friend Getaway! Holidays with your Family/Friends at Beautiful Estate! SAVE $1000! BEAUTIFUL ESTATE W/ POOL POND BARN ARCADE GYM MORE! Escape the city to Beautiful Country Estate for a month or more! ## About the area Located in Old Chatham, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Shaker Museum and Library and The Mac-Haydn Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Van Alen House and Martin Van Buren National Historic Site. Traveling with kids? Consider Omi International Arts Center and Art Omi International Arts Center - Fields Sculpture Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Old Chatham travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Old-Chatham.dx6190671) [View more Vacation homes in Old Chatham](https://www.expedia.ca/Old-Chatham-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6190671-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.41704%2C-73.59607&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qyzIMNw3TWQbTFn0kWue2imsrTQ=) Old Chatham, NY ### What's nearby - Shaker Museum and Library 6 min drive \- 6.4 km - Valatie Free Library 7 min drive \- 9.7 km - Kinderhook Lake 8 min drive \- 11.3 km - Valatie Family Care 8 min drive \- 10.7 km - Van Alen House 11 min drive \- 14.6 km ### Getting around - Albany-Rensselaer Station 31 min drive - Hudson, NY (HCC-Columbia County) 20 min drive ### Restaurants - Dunkin' 11 min drive - McDonald's 11 min drive - Cumberland Farms 9 min drive - Stewart's Shops 10 min drive - Chatham Chinese Restaurant 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift have a pool? ### Is Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift? ### Where is Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful Estate: Pool, Pond, Gym, Trails, Library, Arcade, Barn, Theatre & Gift Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 82 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith L. Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The home was very comfortable and accommodated nine of us and allowed us to easily get read for a wedding at the same time with the five bathrooms. You could find a quiet space if you needed it. Laurie the owner and the host was wonderful. ##### Keith L. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel R. May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friend weekend in upstate What a lovely property. Laurie was so kind and helpful checking us in, and the house was so fun. Would absolutely stay here again. ##### Daniel R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daisy H. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation with friends The house was very clean and well stocked. There were so many fun things to do - swimming pool, ping pong, darts, air hockey, gym, pinball, basketball hoop, foosball, etc. it was a great house for 4 families. The owner was very communicative and responded quickly to questions about the neighborhood, it was also very well located. Highly recommend! ##### Daisy H. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### V V. Oct 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The owner is super nice and friendly and a pleasure to interact with. Was a nice relaxing quiet spot to unwind with family and close friends. ##### V V. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob F. Aug 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good family time This large home has many comfortable bedrooms, some very large suites. The kitchen is very well stocked. Our family had a wonderful stay. The pool was great, and a center of our enjoyment. Kids also enjoyed the game room. ##### Bob F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori M. Nov 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving We had fun! Game room great! Spacious and comfortable. Never got to enjoy outdoors, so maybe another trip in the future! ##### Lori M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff H. May 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Weekend Getaway We had an incredible stay at this property! The house was just as described—clean, spacious, and extremely well kept. It easily accommodated our group of 11 adults without ever feeling crowded. Every room was thoughtfully prepared, and all the amenities were in great condition.What really made our stay exceptional was the host. Communication was prompt, clear, and genuinely welcoming from the very beginning. They went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed, and helped us arrange for a private chef for Saturday night. Was a very comfortable and memorable stay. Laurie even brought us a basketball after discovering one on site was deflated - just excellent service. Highly recommend! ##### Jeff H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sanjit A. Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend away with extended family Laurie's property was absolutely perfect for our large group of 6 families, including 11 little kids. The playroom upstairs and downstairs are great, as is the outdoor playground, barn and pool. The bedroom layout is a little quirky but easy to manage. Kitchen is incredibly well stocked and easy to cook in. Laurie is very easy and quick to communicate with and helped to answer any questions we had about our trip. Would highly recommend for large groups! ##### Sanjit A. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn P. Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Home & Great for a Group We loved our stay over Memorial Day weekend. We were three families and fit well in the home with 6 adults, 8 teens and 1 child. Kids loved the pool (it's on the cool side with no heater). The landscaping on the property is so gorgeous. The home itself is very comfortable with many places to spend time together - our favorite is the screened in porch. The two master suites is neat with each having two bedroom spaces per suite. It would be great with a family who wants to have young children close by at night. Good hiking nearby. Great access to the Berkshires. ##### Carolyn P. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle M. Nov 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding weekend We had a wonderful weekend at Bellavista estate! The house is very comfortable and well stocked. Laurie does a good job tailoring the set up to your needs. My kids had a blast exploring the huge yard and loved the playground and playroom. It’s very close to amazing restaurants and multiple town main streets. We also had a rehearsal brunch in the barn which was beautiful! It was a pleasure to work with everyone to create a special day. I highly recommend the property for large groups! ##### Danielle M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret P. Aug 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chatham Estate This house had the most fully stocked kitchen of any house I have rented for any of my summer family reunions in the past . You can cook or bake and everything you will need is there. The pool was a real plus and enjoyed by everyone as my grandchildren were ages 9-22 years. I loved the living room with no giant screen TV so we could read and relax. Plenty of TVs in the rest of the house. ##### Margaret P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian A. Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We just got back from staying at Bellavista for a week, and be "we", I mean a very large family including infants, toddlers, kids, teenagers, uncles, aunts, and even grandma. In fact, we probably were slightly above the stated capacity of the house, but our hostess Laurie was very communicative and responsive. It was easy to work out with her ahead of time that the property could accommodate us. We had an absolute blast at this property. The pool / patio / screened in porch area is an ideal hang out for groups of just about any size, and we spent a lot of time there. But there is just so much to do at this house. Even on a rainy August day, we were easily able to fill the day with activities that kept the kids entertained and kept everybody having fun all day long: there was a ping pong tournament in the barn, a movie screening in the downstairs theatre, a talent show in the huge living room, the whole-house game of sardines, family board game in the rec room... We have so many memories already from this one week at Bellavista (glow-in-the-dark capture the flag gets a special shout out) that everybody is asking when we can go back. Highly recommend this house to a large group or family with a LOT of different ages and interests. ![Barn games...](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ac7378e2-0339-4eba-93b5-30ee2f2e9a8a-1756171534854.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christian A. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheri R. Nov 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving weekend 2023 We had 4 families and grandparents all stay together for an unforgettable weekend at Bellavista. The house had enough space for us to hang out together playing charades in the great room, ping pong tournaments in the finished attic playroom, and making holiday ornaments at the large dining room table. There were also spaces to have quiet moments when you needed it...and we even enjoyed a beautiful hike at a nearby conservation area that Laurie recommended. The house was extremely clean, fully functioning, and well appointed with everything we needed...including making dinner on multiple nights for our large party. The process for booking the house was more than I had ever experienced with rentals at VRBO (listing names and ages of all overnight guests for an insurance policy), but don't be scared off. Laurie is a great host who is very clear at communicating. One thing to note that wasn't in the VRBO posting, but Laurie did communicate before we arrived was the two arcade games require .50 cents to play. The money is donated to a good cause. ##### Sheri R. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Eric B. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Nice property but not recommended due to the host Stayed here with a large group of adults and kids for 2 nights in June. The property was large, clean & comfortable & we especially liked the outside area & screened-in porch. Note: 1) the pool is unheated so chilly in the AM, 2) only 1 bathroom is unconnected to a bedroom & 3) two games in the game room require 50 cents per play. Would not recommend staying here due to the high-maintenance host. She requires a 25 minute check-in tour to go over lots of little rules & property quirks. She also required our cell number and interrupted our already brief stay with nags and even tried to add an extra cleaning chore via text only the night before. There was zero flexibility about the 10am checkout while also demanding the property be left in "same or better condition", so we all woke up 7am to tidy up as much as possible, despite the deposit including sizable cleaning fees. Property also has an onerous garbage requirement (rather than being able to leave bags in a shed or garage connected to the house, bags must all be driven to the end of the long driveway on checkout day and if they don't all fit in the bins, extra fees are incurred). Do yourself a favor & book your gathering at a property with a host who actually wants guests to relax and enjoy themselves! ##### Eric B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erik C. Oct 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a lovely spot for an anniversary gathering! ##### Erik C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leicia S. Sep 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was a perfect location for our 20 person college reunion. The premises were clean and Laurie was very accommodating and responsive to all my emails and requests. Thank you for sharing the estate with us. ##### Leicia S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alisha D. Jan 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent for group of families with young children We so enjoyed our stay and hope to return one day. ##### Alisha D. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Barry G. Jul 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Our group had a great time. The place is a bit dated but has room for plenty of people. ##### Barry G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene Z., Brooklyn NY Sep 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great estate Everything guests could ask for ##### Irene Z. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia T. Jun 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful + Relaxing Stay This property is beautiful and relaxing and had no shortage of amenities on-site and nearby to keep us entertained all weekend. The pool was wonderful to have, and the house is spacious, beautiful and well-maintained. Communication with the owners was excellent and they provided excellent recommendations for activities in surrounding areas as well. ##### Cynthia T. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa M. Sep 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Vacation Great house and beautiful property. Teens were entertained with the pool, ping pong, and game room. Kitchen well equipped for large family meals. Great communication - easy check in and check out. We had a lovely stay! ##### Melissa M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vincent C. Jul 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at Bellavista! Property was as advertised on VRBO. Host was excellent. Very responsive and available for communication. ##### Vincent C. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill F. Mar 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place. Very, very nice. Had three generations there and everyone enjoyed it. Lots of room, both indoors and out. Had a wonderful time and are hoping to come back in warmer months when the pool is open. Would definitely recommend this place. ##### Bill F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ujjwal D. Jun 21, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, great host, pleasant experience Laurie was great, she took care of our requests and even got us floaties for the pool for our kids. The home is beautiful surrounded by green, and we also spotted some deer on the property! ##### Ujjwal D. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth P. Jun 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful oasis We were blessed to stay for four days, and the home had so many wonderful amenities for multiple ages. The gorgeous property, prime location, swimming pool.... it was all fantastic! Thank you! ##### Beth P. 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