Stissing Lake House | Hudson Valley Lake Front | House in Pine Plains

Picture yourself lying in the hammock or with a glass of wine on the porch. Jump into the lake for a refreshing swim, or sunbath on the dock. This property is all about being outdoors. Enjoy 11 blissful acres at the base of Stissing mountain. Swim, ski, hike the Appalachian trail.
Located just 90 Miles From NYC in the Hudson Valley. 2022 renovated picturesque 100 yr old Victorian country estate is surrounded by a breathtaking lake & mountain view.
Longterm rentals available
At Stissing Lake House, the heart of your magical retreat is an awe-inspiring view – an uninterrupted panorama of majestic mountains and the tranquil lake that will leave you spellbound.
Echoes of musical history fill the air as you stroll through the same spaces where the legendary composer Jerry Herman crafted the score for Hello, Dolly!
This historic country home, adorned with cherished family heirlooms, boasts a fabulous professional chefs kitchen with any tool you might want, all while offering a view that’s positively addicting.
In 2022, we gave our beloved property a fresh makeover, with 36 new windows, updated appliances, and stylish bedding and drapes, ensuring your stay is as cozy as it is picturesque.
Stissing Lake House features a 6-bedroom, 4.5-bath main house with a jaw-dropping lake and mountain view. Plus, for those who can’t miss a beat while working remotely, we’ve got blazing fast 400 mb mesh wifi.
With room for 14 guests in the main house (plus crib), here’s a glimpse of our bedroom setup:
🛏️ 2nd floor:
• Master bedroom: 19th Century Parisian Rococo by George Guerin carved walnut KING BED, fireplace & sitting area, ensuite bathroom with double clawfoot Marie Antoinette bathtub and separate double marble steam shower, Toto toilet and bidet with view of the lake
• Pink room: 19th Century French Louis XIV Rosewood double bed, and view of grounds
• Peach room: 18th century period American Cannonball four-poster spindle bed
• Green hall marble bathroom with shower & tub with view of sunken garden. Antique French silver faucet
🛏️ 3rd floor:
• Blue bedroom: Antique spindle queen bed, skylight, ensuite bath with clawfoot tub & hand shower
• Yellow bedroom: 19th century wrought iron queen bed & infant crib, ensuite bath with shower and skylight and view of the lake
• Green bunk room: Set of bunk beds (double bottom, single upper), trundle single and a loft bed for the agile explorer.
Book your stay at Stissing Lake House to soak in the creative vibes where musical history was made, and enjoy the perfect blend of history, comfort, and those unforgettable lake views.
125 acre swimming lake (motorized boats not allowed), breathtaking view, acres of green grass dotted with 100 year old sugar maple and oak trees!
Rental package includes use of bikes, fire pit, gigantic 37' Weber Kettle grill, boats lots of boats which can include kayaks, canoe, paddleboard.
Fully stocked fabulous restaurant kitchen with 6 burner Jade Range, 24" grill, two ovens, incredible selection of cookware, appliances galore including vitaprep, slow cooker, pancake griddle, coffee maker, microwave, and more!
Kids and adult bikes
Internet
The property is equipped with googl mesh network and outdoor WiFi is also provided. We’ve taken great pains to provide the best internet experience possible in our location.
We have two separate services that create a whole property 400 mbs WiFi system - the highest available in the area.
Homeowner and property manager are available for questions and information about the local area.
Stissing Lake offers an ideal place to relax, lots of room to roam and indulge in the magic of nature. Enjoy spring blossoms, summer fun in the water or the gorgeous fall foliage. Hike Stissing Mountain, picnic on the lawn, kayak or paddle boat around Stissing Lake, swim without the distraction of motorized boats, fish for Bass, watch the swans and turtles on the lake or birdwatch at Thomson Nature Preserve. Hudson Valley is home to artisan distillers, breweries, dairies, farmers markets, historic mansion tours, horseback riding, antiquing, and much more!
Trains from NYC, Amtrak to Rhinebeck (25 mins away) and less expensive Metro North to Poughkeepsie (45 mins away) and Wassiac (which is the closest about 20 minutes away).
Once at the house it's quite easy to get around town walking or by bike. A car would allow exploring the Hudson Valley.
We are very selective of who we rent to and have minimum stay of one week. We welcome monthly rentals.
WHAT AMENITIES ARE PROVIDED:
We provide all bedding and towels, initial roll of paper towels and toilet paper as well as shampoo & soap.
DO YOU ALLOW PETS:
We have a strict NO PETS policy. My children are allergic.
DO YOU OFFER DISCOUNTS:
At this time we do not offer a senior or military discount but do over discounts for stays of one month or longer. Deep discount for 6 months.
ARE WEDDINGS, EVENTS, MOVIE LOCATION PERMITTED:
Please be advised that hosting events or conducting commercial filming on the property requires prior permission from the host. We do NOT host weddings or large events greater than 30 guests on property. Events carry an additional fee and require event insurance. No guests outside of your reservation are permitted on the premises during your booking as per Airbnb guidelines.
Kindly reach out to us with your event details or filming inquiries, and we will be more than happy to assist you in the process.
WHAT IS THE CLOSET STORE:
In town (a mile from the property) you will find a delightful country grocery store called Pecks with a decent selection of local produce, meats and dairy. There is also a local pharmacy, wine shop, and bank in town. All have “country hours” so please check before you go .
WHAT ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE CLOSE BY?
Hiking the Thompson Pond nature conservancy, Stissing Mountain walking distance from the house and the Appalachian Trail not too far away
Horseback Riding at Millbrook Stables
Hudson Valley Historic Homes tour
Wineries
Breweries
Irving Coffee Roaster in Millerton
Chaseholm Farms, Coach Farms, Ronnybrook and many other Hudson Valley artisan cheese makers and dairies.
Antiquing! Shop after antique shop in each of the neighboring towns of Millerton, Rhinebeck, and Hudson.
Upstate Films in Rhinebeck - the place for indie films
Farmers Markets (Millerton, Rhinebeck, Millbrook, Pawling and Hudson)
Woodstock!
Golf in Amenia
Rafting and canoeing down the Housatonic River
And much much more!

Stissing Lake House | Hudson Valley Lake Front is located in Pine Plains. Stissing Lake House | Hudson Valley Lake Front provides accommodation, featuring Parking, TV, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Parking, TV, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Stissing Lake House | Hudson Valley Lake Front has 6 Bedrooms , 4 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 15 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Pine Plains has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Pine Plains, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.