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Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house

2.0 star property
Vacation home in Ballston Spa with kitchen

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At Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house

Step into the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort in this beautifully restored 1850s village home. Recently renovated, the space retains original woodwork, a cozy reading nook, and thoughtful details throughout. This home is ideal for couples, solo travelers, or small groups looking for peace, style, and walkable convenience. Whether you’re heading to the historic Saratoga Race Track, SPAC or the breathtaking Adirondacks, you’re never far from the best the region has to offer.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off air conditioners and close any open windows.
Wash dirty dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No commercial photography or filming.
Quiet hours from 11pm to 7am.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
NY, Ballston Spa

What's nearby

  • Brookside Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Saratoga Spa State Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Saratoga Performing Arts Center - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Saratoga Casino and Raceway - 9 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Saratoga Race Course - 10 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Saratoga Springs Station - 17 min drive
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Speckled Pig Brewery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Guadalajara - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Factory Eatery & Spirits - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Real McCoy Beer Company At The Abner Doubleday House - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house located?

Situated in Ballston Spa, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Brookside Museum and within 3 mi (5 km) of Saratoga Spa State Park and Central Bark. Albany Saratoga Speedway and Saratoga Automobile Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for the races at Saratoga and had a great stay! Linnaea is very responsive and accommodating. 10/10 would recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great, well-equipped house. Walkable to shops and restaurants in downtown Ballston Spa. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing. Great communication. This was our first time staying at a Vrbo and we are hooked. Great location. Great size house for our family of 4. Very clean. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025