10/10 Excellent
Helene B.
Jan 15, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Helene B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1400 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Ballston Spa, NY
- Brookside MuseumPlace, Brookside Museum13 min walk
- Saratoga Spa State ParkPlace, Saratoga Spa State Park2 min drive
- Saratoga Performing Arts CenterPlace, Saratoga Performing Arts Center8 min drive
- Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)Airport, Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)18 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Ballston Spa
Located in Ballston Spa, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Saratoga Race Course. .This vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Brookside Museum and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Saratoga Spa State Park.
What's nearby
- Brookside Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Saratoga Spa State Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
- Saratoga Performing Arts Center - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
- Saratoga Casino and Raceway - 9 min drive - 8.5 miles
- Saratoga Race Course - 10 min drive - 10.5 miles
Getting around
- Saratoga Springs Station - 17 min drive
- Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
- Stewart's Shops - 4 min drive
- The Speckled Pig Brewery - 6 min walk
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Stewart's Shops - 2 min drive
- Dunkin' - 2 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.
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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
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
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
Blackbird Retreat - 4-bedrooms • sleeps 6 • full house Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Scott Z.
Oct 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Scott Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Adam R.
Oct 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Adam R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dan W.
Oct 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Really great, well-equipped house. Walkable to shops and restaurants in downtown Ballston Spa. Would definitely return.
Dan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom A.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Tom A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025