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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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East Meredith, NY
  • Place, Hanford Mills Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, State University of New York-Oneonta
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Cooperstown All Star Village Fields
    ‪23 min drive‬

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Meredith

Located in Meredith, this vacation home is a 1-minute drive from Hanford Mills Museum and 6 minutes from Davenport Town Hall. .This vacation home is 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Cooperstown All Star Village Fields and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Robert V. Riddell State Park.

What's nearby

  • Hanford Mills Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • State University of New York-Oneonta - 17 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Cooperstown All Star Village Fields - 23 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Cooperstown Dreams Park - 31 min drive - 44.1 km
  • National Baseball Hall of Fame - 40 min drive - 55.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪TK's Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Meredith Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gerster Market and Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Greenane Farms - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cool & Comfy Escape | Family Fun Awaits | Close to the Action

Welcome to Elena’s by the Mill, a family-friendly 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in East Meredith. Sleeps up to 10 guests. Ideal for baseball families and group getaways. Features open living space, a large back deck, spacious yard with frog pond and stream, and central A/C. Just a short walk to Hanford Mills Museum, 22 minutes to All-Star Village, and 30 minutes to Dreams Park.

For distances to local towns, attractions, and venues, please see the Neighborhood section of this listing.

Opening Snapshot
• 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath country home in East Meredith. Sleeps up to 10 guests
• Ideal for baseball families, wedding guests, and group getaways
• Features large yard with frog pond and stream, back deck with BBQ, and multiple living spaces

Sleeping & Bathroom
• Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): Queen bed with en suite bathroom
• Bedroom 2 (Main Floor): Queen bed with desk and yard view
• Bedroom 3 (Upstairs Suite): Queen bed with half bath and kitchenette
• Additional: Air mattresses (1 full, 2 twin) available
• Bathrooms: 2.5 (2 full with walk-in showers, 1 half bath)
• Sleeps: 10

Highlights
• Spacious, family-friendly layout with multiple living areas
• Back deck with dining and BBQ
• Large yard with frog pond and stream
• Cozy den with TV (Apple TV/Roku) and workspace
• Fully equipped kitchen with ample counter space
• Pet-friendly (one dog allowed with approval and fee)
• Walkable to Hanford Mills Museum

The Experience
Spring / Summer
• Enjoy outdoor dining on the deck, relax by the stream, and let kids explore the yard, pond, and surrounding nature

Fall
• Take in crisp air and seasonal color, with peaceful surroundings perfect for a relaxing Catskills escape

Winter
• Cozy up indoors after a day exploring nearby towns, with comfortable spaces for relaxing, movies, and gathering

Location
• 15 miles (22 minutes) to Cooperstown All Star Village
• 23 miles (30 minutes) to Cooperstown Dreams Park
• 20 minutes to Hartwick, 21 minutes to SUNY Delhi and SUNY Oneonta
• Steps to Hanford Mills Museum
• Close to local shops, restaurants, and Catskills attractions

Important Notes
• Guests have access to the entire home except the garage (not available for parking)
• Quiet hours: 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• Rural setting with nearby neighbors
• One dog allowed with approval and fee (no cats)

Good Fit For
• Best suited for families, baseball teams, college student parents and visitors and groups looking for a comfortable, relaxed Catskills stay

Booking Notes
• Calendar is always current — peak weekends and holidays fill quickly
• Payments are securely processed through Stripe, a third-party provider
• All cancellations must follow the stated policy — no exceptions
• Any applicable refund will exclude payment processing fees
• Non-refundable reservations cannot be changed or refunded after the grace period
• Travel insurance is strongly recommended

Before Arrival
• A digital guest guide is provided with directions, home details, and local recommendations
• Guests are responsible for reviewing the guide to understand house rules, amenities, and how to make the most of their stay

Management
• Professionally managed by Stay Catskills for a seamless guest experience

Guest access
Guests have access to all areas of the house except the garage.

We want your stay to be safe, comfortable, and smooth. Here are a few important details to know before and during your visit:

Check-In & Check-Out
• Check-in: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Check-out: 11:00 AM
• No changes to check-in or check-out times during holidays or from Memorial Day through Labor Day
• Early check-in or late check-out may be available outside of these dates with advance notice and approval
• Changes are subject to availability and may include an additional fee

Cell Service & Arrival
• There is limited or no cell service
• Enable WiFi calling before arrival
• Save or screenshot arrival details (address, door code, WiFi, contact info) in advance

Quiet Hours & Neighbor Respect
• Quiet hours: 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• Keep outdoor noise to a minimum, especially at night
• Sound carries in rural areas—please be respectful of neighbors

Guests & Gatherings
• No parties or events
• Guest count must match the reservation
• Daytime visitors require prior approval

Pets
• One dog allowed with prior approval and fee
• No cats

Water Use & Septic
• Property is on a private well and septic system
• No outdoor hoses, sprinklers, slip and slides, or kiddie pools
• Flush toilet paper only (no wipes or paper products)
• Please use water conservatively

Pond Use
• Pond is natural and not treated, not for swimming
• Supervise children at all times around bodies of water

Wildlife Awareness
• Located in a rural Catskills setting with active wildlife
• Common sightings may include deer, raccoons, foxes, and coyotes
• Insects and occasional rodents are part of the natural environment in rural areas
• While the home is professionally cleaned and maintained, sightings of ants, insects, or signs of wildlife may occur, especially seasonally
• Do not leave food or trash outside or unattended indoors

Winter Travel (October–April)
• Rural, mountainous roads can be unpredictable
• AWD, FWD, or 4WD recommended
• All-weather tires with good tread required
• Avoid rear-wheel drive vehicles in snow or ice
• Driveway is plowed and shoveled every 3–4 inches of snow
• Shovel provided for guest use
• Salt is not provided—guests are advised to bring some if needed
• Host and service providers cannot provide roadside assistance or tow services

Cancellation Policy and Refunds
• All reservations are subject to the platform’s cancellation policy
• No refunds will be issued outside of these terms, regardless of reason
• Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect against unexpected changes
Please Read Before Booking

By booking, you agree to follow all house rules. These are strictly enforced to protect the home, neighbors, and your stay.

The Basics
• Check-in: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
• No time changes during Memorial Day–Labor Day or holidays
• Outside those dates, adjustments may be possible with at least 24 hours’ notice and may include a fee

Guests & Use
• Maximum occupancy must match the reservation
• No parties or events
• Day visitors require prior approval

Quiet + Respect
• Quiet hours: 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• This is a rural, residential area—sound travels, please be respectful of neighbors

Smoking & Pets
• No smoking indoors
• One dog allowed with prior approval and additional fee (no cats)

Not Allowed
• No ATVs or snowmobiles
• No fireworks or firearms
• No hunting

Cancellations & Refunds
• All reservations are subject to the platform’s cancellation policy
• No refunds will be issued outside of these terms, regardless of reason
• Travel insurance is strongly recommended
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

114101

Cool & Comfy Escape | Family Fun Awaits | Close to the Action Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stafford E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was great! Well stocked kitchen and very comfortable in a beautiful setting
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and property, slightly off the beaten path with a fantastic kitchen, yard, sleep and bath facilities. Very unique property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Great home!

Very comfortable and spacious home on wonderful peaceful property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was wonderful and a perfect retreat during Cooperstown all star village experience!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and updated. The deck was a great space. When the boys visited us from All Star Village they loved the creek behind the house. Four stars because of smell of water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus V., Highland USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace and quite

We stayed for a baseball tournament and had a blast. About 20 mins from the field. Beautiful house, better than we expected. The house was well stocked and very clean. We had plenty of room and everyone had their own area. The back porch was great to relax at the end of the day. Only suggested improvement would be to have a physical folder explaining house rules and do’s and don’t.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Baseball weekend getaway

Everything was great! We would stay there again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Molly D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Away with Friends

We choose the home due to its spacious layout and proximity to Oneonta. We were not disappointed by these features. The yard was perfect for our 13 year old cocker spaniel and the layout meant that 5 people could each have space. The porch was perfect for hanging out and the kitchen made preparing meals a breeze. We did note that the property overall could use a little renovation. I emailed the property managers as soon as I arrived with some things I was noticing and they mentioned that a renovation was in the cards for Spring. This would be great. The house is overall wonderful just needs some sprucing up from peeling wall paper, rusty shower doors and stuck doors. There are lots of warnings about the sulfur water smell in the listing. They are not wrong. While not ideal, it was fine. Just bring bottled water and use it for all drinking and cooking needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise C., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful CASV Retreat

We really enjoyed our stay during our son’s week at CASV. The house is just as described, was comfortable, and had everything we needed for a break from the tournament. It was very hot the week we visited (temps in mid to upper 90s with high humidity) so the central AC was a huge bonus for the main floor. We were glad my son was staying at the village with his team and we didn’t need the upstairs bedroom except for one night. That bedroom is not tied to the central AC and has a mini split set up. We tried to cool it down and used the small fan located in the bedroom but it just didn’t work out. We ended up setting up one of the air mattresses in the living/dining room by the end of the evening for him to use that one night. It was simple to set up and put away the next morning. A bigger box fan and shades on the windows in that space may help to keep the bedroom cooler when the rare week of extreme heat occurs. My family thoroughly enjoyed the large yard and pond. We saw some deer in the evenings but weren’t at the property all that much to take advantage of the lovely outdoor space as much as we would have liked. There absolutely is no cell service (we use Verizon) so make sure to note directions to and from the house until you get more familiar with the location. While the location may seem far from CASV it really only took roughly 20 minutes and it wasn’t a difficult drive. The communication with our host was top notch. Thank you for sharing this lovely home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Week Stay for baseball at CASV

Enjoyed our stay at the house which worked out great for 5 adults and 2 children ages 8 and 10 while other sibling was staying at All Star Village for a week of baseball. Trip to CASV is a 18-20 minute drive through nice countryside roads and traffic was never an issue. Saw lighting bugs for the first time at night, also saw a fox cross the property and kids caught frogs and a small snake. Wifi worked great and needed since no service at property. House had most everything we needed with no issues, and host communication was great. Would stay again and recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Place was great!

We went up for the Cooperstown tournament and had a great time! Everything was awesome! Rooms we comfy and kitchen was great to cook in.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kristopher W., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Cooperstown Baseball Tournament

Great place, very clean. Yard and deck are great, water smells like sulfur but that might just be the area. Bring bottle water. Everything else was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Property

I rented this house because my son played at All Star Village. The house was fully stocked, clean and comfortable. It was the perfect place for my family and me.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not ideal for Cooperstown!

We appreciated having the linens and towels included. Having the starter paper products, high-quality soaps, and cleaning supplies was convenient. Inside was decorated nicely and had lots of open space for our family to move around. It definitely has charm and is quiet. Our dog loved the yard. Our family chose this property largely based on a review citing its convenience to Cooperstown Dreams Park. The 31 minute one-way drive got tiring after a day or two of back and forth. The property title itself is misleading, indicating it's near "baseball" (be aware that All-Star Village is not the same as Dreams Park--our bad!!). We did not expect the well-water to smell as bad as it did and it made cooking and basic hygiene inconvenient. Thank goodness for the Dollar General down the road for bottled water! The kitchen lacked a toaster oven and only had one outlet for additional appliances. We had some issues with the remote controls for the Apple TV and Bose stereo. We believe the batteries were dead. The upstairs suite had no window coverings whatsoever. Some of the windows in the house lacked screens or did not open fully. We did not find any local eating or shopping. The primary shower was newly renovated and nicely done. However, the other bathroom shower was small. Overall, this is a nice country home but not an ideal place for anyone traveling to visit Dreams Park for a week of baseball in Cooperstown.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness

All star village

Great property to stay at. Short drive to all star village.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect House for Cooperstown

I couldn’t be happier of our choice of residence for our Cooperstown experience! The location is perfect - far enough away to feel remote but close enough to quickly get to the fields. Pre-arrival communication was perfect - I knew exactly what I needed - where it was - how to access - and a bunch of helpful items to consider while we were there. The Wi-Fi was perfect - the house has been remodeled with everything our family needed. When we arrived - there was a tiny issue - we contacted the manager and it was sorted in a way that many business no longer operate - it just validated we’d picked the right place. I even contacted the manager a few weeks after our stay - again - communication quick and perfect. We saw so much wildlife and while I was working in the office area on a call - enjoyed watching a beaver come down onto the property and swim around in the lake. We made s’mores on the fire pit one night - my wife loved the expensive water purifier - I loved the Roku…a perfect place to stay if you’re visiting the area. So glad I listened to my wife and cancelled the local Marriott for this.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine L., Lakeland, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property

The house was very nice and comfortable. Was in a good location, very quiet. Loved hearing the bullfrogs in the pond.. lots of space outside and we appreciated our small dog could join us. Easy access to town and surrounding area.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and setting. Beds were very comfortable. Home was spotless.

We had an amazing time. Would definitely come back .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home!

We enjoyed our stay! The home was equipped with everything you would need!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

House was perfect for the five of us. Nice decor and very comfortable beds. Sitting out on the back porch was relaxing. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Property

Loved the property, home was nice as well. Beds were very comfortable. Manager was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Murray, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful, picturesque and perfect!

This property was exactly as described and accurate photos. It worked out perfectly for our family of 3 teenagers and 2 parents for some Cooperstown All Star Village baseball. It was great waking up in the morning and wandering around the property with a cup of coffee. The pond was very active with frogs and salamanders and we even had a crane come visit one morning. The second night we were there were came back from the ballpark at dusk and got to witness the fireflies aka lightening bugs. We come from out west so that was a first for us. I will be looking for any reason to come back out and stay at this house. There is also a perfect stream running through the property that was calling for a fly rod. Can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019