Hermanus-on-the-Hudson is convenient to Gore Mountain, Lake George Region, North Creek, Friends Lake, Schroon Lake, Loon Lake, Adirondacks, Americade, World University Games, FISU, with activities of skiing, rafting, biking, and hiking the High Peaks.
Adventurous: Cronin's is the place to go (only about 5 miles away) if you love playing golf - fantastic course and great food! Love their hot dogs! Starting in early Spring, Square Eddy Expeditions has white water rafting. Are you planning on attending a wedding at Friends Lake Inn? Then, staying at Hermanus is just down the road. Revolution Rail is your place if you love recumbent biking along the Hudson. Hermanus-on-the-Hudson is the place to be!
Hermanus is a private estate (25 acres) located on the Hudson River in Chestertown, NY, surrounded by nature. Hermanus has a unique history, so be sure to check out Hermanus' history on our website, www.hermanus-on-the-hudson.com.
The Adirondack Style 2nd-floor Carriage House apartment boasts over 1500 sq. ft. with almost every amenity you desire. Upon entering your private entrance, you will be amazed at the living areas: Open living/dining/kitchen area with a wood-burning stone fireplace that reaches the 16-18 foot ceilings.
At Hermanus, you may walk the many trails, sit in or by the river, fish, walk across the Hudson (when the water is low), snowshoe (not provided), or sit by the fire pits (two on-site). In addition, there are puzzles, games, internet Wi-Fi, and a 75" Smart TV.
Wish to dine in: the kitchen has almost everything from major to small appliances and baking supplies. Have your cup of coffee (k-pods or 12 cups) anytime during the day, a toaster, blender, or crockpot. Plenty of dishes, silverware, pots, pans, and knives make preparing meals easy. Ample cupboards and a large refrigerator offer plenty of storage. Paper and cleaning products, including basic food supplies such as ketchup, relish, mayonnaise, spices, and sugar, are provided. If you forgot an item, ask!
The main bedroom has a king bed and a comfortable chair to read in. The adjacent walk-in closet has plenty of hanging space, a washer/dryer, and a small safe for valuables.
The second bedroom has two twin beds with a closet. In addition, there is a small desk and a trundle bed in the "Crows Nest" (loft). This area overlooks the massive living/dining/kitchen area. Maximum sleeping is 6. There is also a travel crib (Graco Pack 'n-Play Dome LX-Playard).
The private bath has double sinks and a walk-in shower. Additional bathrooms are shared with the Caretakers: 1/2 bath downstairs (through the heated garage) and a full bath (shower) in the heated workshop.
Chestertown is about 5 miles from restaurants, and an exquisite fine-dining restaurant is minutes away. Every town around Hermanus has its unique charm and plenty of activities.
We only accept dogs. If your dog or dogs are over 20 lbs, please email us to let us know what type of breed your dogs are and their weight prior to your booking. So far, we have had dogs up to 125 lbs.