Located in Ballston Spa, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Saratoga Performing Arts Center and Saratoga Springs City Center. .This vacation home is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Saratoga Lake and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Saratoga Race Course.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
Saratoga Springs City Center - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
Saratoga Casino and Raceway - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
Saratoga Race Course - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
Saratoga Racetrack - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
Getting around
Saratoga Springs Station - 14 min drive
Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
The Speckled Pig Brewery - 2 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Henry's Tavern - 2 min drive
Primo Pizzeria - 6 min drive
Factory Eatery - 13 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Cardinals Nest, Charming 4-bedroom house, Historic Village of Ballston Spa.
Discover this adorable 4-bedroom gem in Ballston Spa. This house is the perfect retreat for guests seeking a nice and peaceful getaway. With 1 twin bed and 3 queen beds, there's plenty of space for everyone to unwind. The house features 2 bathrooms equipped with a shower, bathtub, and many amenities. You'll find all the essentials like AC, heating, iron, and a washing machine. Stay connected with WiFi throughout your stay. Kickback, relax, and enjoy everything Ballston Spa and our house has to offer. Centrally located between the Capital and the breathtaking Adirondacks. There is no shortage of things to do! Enjoy all of your favorite activities from hiking and fishing to museums and arts. Located in the beautiful village of Ballston Spa, you will be walking distance from the many great restaurants, breweries, antique shops, boutiques, and even the historic old iron springs! Enjoy concerts in the summer at SPAC Or stay for some of the best skiing New York has to offer in the winter.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned vacation home. The bathroom has a shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
This smoke-free vacation home features snowboarding nearby, sledding nearby, and rock climbing nearby. Recreational activities include cross-country skiing nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Property manager
Dana bush
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Things to do
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Windsurfing 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: 3 Dogs Max, and dogs must be well behaved, and
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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 and a deadbolt lock
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
The Cardinals Nest, Charming 4-bedroom house, Historic Village of Ballston Spa. Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Deanna W.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The location and amenities was perfect for our trip! Hope to return next year.
Deanna W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachel S.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous for Family
Our adult children met us for our stay and it was a great gathering for all. Clean, well organized, and welcoming.
Rachel S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jen K.
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and clean
Thanks for hosting us! The description was exactly as described and perfect for our girls’ weekend. The goodies were a nice welcome! We enjoyed exploring Ballston Spa and Saratoga Springs.
Jen K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
dan b.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
May 3rd 2025
The house was very clean and the check in process was very simple. The host was accommodating with the check in time as well. No issues whatsoever. Great place and location!
dan b.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris N., Brooklyn
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Simple, easy to stay in house, fit us all just fine while visiting nearby family for Christmas. The place was clearly just renovated and decorated with the intent of being a short term rental (probably the owner doesn't ever live there) Glad to see pet friendly places like this still exist!
Chris N.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
John C., Vienna, Virginia
24 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect holiday weekend
We enjoyed the house very much with our family and dog
John C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda R.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect choice!
Extended family get-together, and this home exceeded all expectations. The place was immaculate, and in a great location.
We did have a few questions—and Dana responded quickly on a Saturday evening.
I don’t think I could have made a better choice!
Linda R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
barbara a.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host and perfect location!
Our group of 6 stayed here when we volunteered at Farm
Aid located at SPAC. It was such a short drive and located near so many wonderful dining locations and shops.
The host was so responsive, and the house was immaculate! We would definitely stay here again!
barbara a.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel K.
1 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great place, highly recommend to anyone.
Daniel K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cristina S.
28 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Stay
The house is newly updated and immaculate. Pretty decor and sweet little touches, like freshly cut flowers and Saratoga chips and water - and even a treat for our son’s dog who traveled with us. We were only staying for two nights to see family on Saratoga Lake, but we wished we had more time to be able to relax and enjoy the fire pit and deck. Easy access to downtown and a quick ride down 9P to the lake.
Cristina S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Meredith C.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Horse Show perfect
We came to Saratoga for the last week of the Saratoga horse show and the house was perfect for me and my daughter and our trainer (as well as our horse show dog!). The house was easy to find, meticulously clean, and had everything we needed. We will be back next year!
Meredith C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maureen G.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeds expectations
This is a great place. It is exceptionally clean and comfortable. Little touches like fresh flowers make it very welcoming. Communication with the host was easy and responsive. I’ve rented a lot of places near Saratoga. This is a good one. Next time we’ll book a longer stay.
Maureen G.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Luanne P.
28 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
We stayed at Dana’s place so we could head to the race track. It was extremely convenient to get to Saratoga. The house was perfect for our family of five. The house was spotless and decorated beautifully. They had everything you would need, and so sweet she even left us a bottle of wine. It was a perfect spot and we would go back without question. Thanks for a great stay!!
Luanne P.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alicia S.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway outside Saratoga Springs
Our stay at this VRBO was absolutely amazing! The home was beautifully maintained, spacious, and had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect, making it incredibly easy to get to Saratoga Race Course. Dana was incredibly communicative, ensuring all our needs were met and questions answered promptly. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and look forward to returning!
Alicia S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joelle W.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Saratoga visit
My family and I came up for a quick visit and vacation. This VBRO was adorable and had a spacious kitchen with lovely appliances and was extremely clean. The furniture was new and so comfortable. The four bedrooms have plenty of room, attractive designs and comfortable beds. Dana responded to all of my questions. Great location