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Whimsical Carriage House & Private Courtyard
Welcome to your boutique retreat in the heart of downtown Troy! This cozy second-floor studio, designed by a local artist, is tucked away in a standalone Carriage House with a private entrance next to a whimsical mural by local artist Kayla Ek, and a lush New Orleans-inspired courtyard. Just steps from Troy’s best dining, art, nightlife, and wedding venues—and less than a block from the RPI approach—this gem is perfect for a romantic getaway, solo escape, or stylish stay while visiting the area.

Barn Stay at Shadowbrook Farm
Welcome to the Shadowbrook Farm Stay. Tucked in the hills of upstate New York, this 1700's Shaker barn has been restored into a beautiful guest house. It sits upon a two hundred acre working pasture raised meat farm. This barn was used to hold, and milk cows for two hundred and fifty years. Guests will have access to portions of the farm lands which are highlighted on the maps provided in the Farm Stay manual. If you follow the farm road, you are able to meet every farm animal on the property!

The Writer's Cottage
The Writer's Cottage is a tiny white house on a country road; vintage, complete, and inspiring. Built in the nineteenth century, it's perfect for a solo traveler or a pair of travelers exploring the Berkshires and the Hudson Valley. If you like rustic buildings, you'll be a fan of the cottage; it's an incredibly cozy time warp. Queen bed and living quarters downstairs; airy loft up a narrow set of enclosed stairs. There's an orchard and lawn with grill, hammock and ironwork table.

Elegant, spacious studio apt in historic mansion
Welcome to the Plaza Suite, a newly renovated studio condo in an historic Center Square mansion. Enter through a grand reception hall/art gallery and climb the oak staircase to the sunny and spacious second floor apartment. There's a nice view of State Street and the Empire State Plaza. Features include: a new fully equipped kitchen, comfy lounge area, dining /work table, renovated vintage bathroom, walk-in closet and new queen bed. Feel free to enjoy a glass of wine in the art gallery.

Sunny Troy Private Deck Parking Wi-Fi Top Floor
Sunny top (3rd) floor 1 bedroom, hardwood floors, high ceilings, deck with gas grill and dining furniture, big kitchen, air conditioning and free off street parking. South Central Troy (Washington Park Neighborhood) quiet street, just 1 block to Carmen's Cafe, 3 blocks to Russell Sage, within walking distance to quaint shops, dining, nightlife and everything else Downtown Troy has to offer. Close to RPI, HVCC and Emma Willard. Complimentary laundry area available upon scheduled request.

The Lodge at June Farms
Enjoy a 3rd night for FREE when you book 2 nights! The Lodge at June Farms is a stunning, rustic, open-floor-plan retreat. The screened-in front porch looks down onto our beautiful horse pasture. This main cabin is our most romantic cabin on the property. Our gigantic rain shower in the bathroom has an 8'x5' wall mirror and a French door that opens out to the forest. If you are a cook, this cabin is a chef's dream. Please check the availability for our other luxury cabins if booked!

The Beer Diviner Brewery Apartment
The apartment is entire upstairs of back of our farm brewery & taproom. Open space includes living/dining/work space & bedroom; bathroom has small claw foot tub with shower. Queen-sized memory foam bed; twin day bed (extra twin mattress beneath). HD TV, wifi, private deck, kitchenette with mini fridge, microwave, toaster oven, hot tea kettle and k-cup coffeemaker. Complimentary pint of craft beer in taproom. Located in a private setting in a hollow in the Taconic Mountains.

Adorable Apartment - Near Emma Willard, RPI, Troy
Welcome to Cheri's house! You'll enjoy a private 1 bedroom apartment including a full size bed in the bedroom, living room with pull-out sofa and smart TV, full kitchen, bathroom and bonus work space or dining room. Off street parking, free WiFi and breakfast included. My home is a quick 5 min walk to Emma Willard School, 1.5 miles to RPI, and 2 miles to Russell Sage College. The unit is on the 2nd floor of an owner-occupied house. Please ask me any questions!

Stunning studio in the heart of Troy: Raven's Den
Raven's Den is a large studio apartment with a queen sized bed, full kitchen, and an extra-deep bathtub. It is an open plan room that can be configured as needed, featuring two "aerial silk" hammocks that double as swings. It's in the heart of Downtown Troy, close to RPI, EMPAC, The Troy Music Hall, The Farmers Market, and the Takk House. Whether you need a cozy romantic getaway or simply a clean, fresh, place to lay your head, Raven's Den could be for you.

Airbnb @ Sweet & Savory Farmette
Welcome to the AirBnB situated on a small working farm. You are welcome to tour the grounds to say hello to all the animals. This place is for the birds! No really you will enjoy watching chickens, ducks, emus, geese, guinea fowl, and peafowl. The farm is also home to a herd of beautiful alpaca and resident llama, curious goats, and barn cats. There are working livestock guardian dogs who watch over the herd who will greet you from behind the fence.

Empire Plaza Apartment
Welcome to our garden apartment, nestled in a walkable neighborhood filled with diverse restaurants, cozy pubs, and the picturesque Washington Park. The apartment features a sound-dampened bedroom, ensuring a serene and peaceful retreat. Just steps away, you'll find the New York State Capitol, Empire State Plaza, The Egg, and the New York State Museum, making this location ideal for both relaxation and exploration.

Design Lover’s Blue Cabin
Blue Cabin is a cozy, design-forward retreat between the Capital Region and the Berkshires. Enjoy vaulted wood ceilings, a forest-green kitchen, and a spa-style bath. Outside, unwind in the covered lounge with U-shaped sectional, charcoal grill, and TV—or explore the backyard, where a creek runs through and a seasonal flower garden blooms. Peaceful, private, and perfectly located for both rest and adventure.
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- Hunter Mountain
- Stratton Mountain
- Saratoga Race Course
- Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
- Stratton Mountain Resort
- Berkshire East Mountain Resort
- Windham Mountain
- Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Water park
- John Boyd Thacher State Park
- Howe Caverns
- Bash Bish Falls State Park
- Mount Greylock Ski Club
- Zoom Flume
- Catamount Mountain Ski Resort
- West Mountain Ski Resort
- Saratoga Spa State Park
- Norman Rockwell Museum
- Taconic State Park
- Mount Snow Ski Resort
- Bousquet Mountain Ski Area
- Opus 40
- Beartown State Forest
- Hunter Mountain Resort
- Albany Center Gallery
