Lakefront refuge, 20 minutes from Saratoga Springs, NY | House in Middle Grove

10.0 (30 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Middle Grove House | Lakefront refuge, 20 minutes from Saratoga Springs, NY

4 Bedroom House in Middle Grove

The best of many worlds is here for you at Lake Desolation! Relax and take in the view of the picture-postcard lake from the huge windows while being warmed by a fire in the stove. In winter, it's a snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling paradise- just head out the door and go for miles in the pristine woods. Downhill skiing is just minutes away at West Mountain and a bit farther at Gore. In summer, take out a paddleboard and paddle around the glassy water, or sit on the dock and read in the sun. Cook dinner in the open kitchen with the latest upgrades or grill dinner out back while you sit in the screened-in gazebo. Hang out at the fire pit and look up at the stars. Soak in the whirlpool tub while you watch the moon rise. It's the ultimate in relaxation.
If you prefer activity, Saratoga Springs is just 10 miles away, and you will find shops, excellent restaurants, premium concerts at the SPAC, skiing at West Mountain and Gore, Skidmore College, the famed Saratoga Race Track and much more. This is a 4-season area so you can enjoy the beauty all year round.

Lakefront refuge, 20 minutes from Saratoga Springs, NY is located in Middle Grove. Lakefront refuge, 20 minutes from Saratoga Springs, NY provides accommodation, featuring Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Wellness Facilities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lakefront refuge, 20 minutes from Saratoga Springs, NY has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 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 Middle Grove has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Middle Grove, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • 1+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Toaster
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Boat on site
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1795 sq ft (167 sq m)
  • English
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront
  • On the lake
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 pm
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total pets note from host: pets must be well-behaved and housebroken. pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Anna C.
Aug 26, 2025 05:11:50 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Even better than the photos! We all loved our stay. The owners were very responsive to our questions and really lovely people. It was very peaceful on the lake and in the woods. Tinney's Tavern is a few minutes away, which we went to many times, one day on the rowboat. We kayaked and had an amazing time. The house is on a long gravel, private road which we walked almost every day. We loved the Great Room with an unobstructed lake view where everyone hung out and enjoyed a glass of wine (or two). We were in Saratoga almost every day either for dinner or meeting up with friends. It usually took 18 minutes to downtown. Loved the Village Pizzaria which has great steak, fish, pasta, etc. besides pizza and also the Marina Grill right on Sacandaga Lake. The country roads have lots of deer, which we enjoyed spotting. If your navigation system can't find it, just put in Tinney's Tavern and follow directions from there. Wifi is spotty on the roads but great in Il Refugio! Thank you Diana and Dave. We all had a fabulous time and would love to go back. Diana & Dave's place is at the top of the North end, safe and gorgeous inside and out. It's the best part of the lake. Here are drone shots. You can see a couple of docks at the bottom, with their floating dock.
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