Pondshire Private Pond Retreat

One private pond retreat, entirely yours. A king-bed geodesic dome and two companion cabins provide three separate sleeping spaces for up to six guests. Enjoy a dockside wood-fired hot tub, heated outdoor shower, watercraft, fishing gear, fire pit, private trails and Starlink Wi-Fi. Choose your dates and guest count to receive live availability and pricing. Pets: Allowed (maximum 2). Smoking: Allowed. Events: Not allowed. Suitable for: children and infants. Additional rules: Children are welcome and count toward total occupancy. Adult supervision is required around the pond, docks, hot tub, fire, and watercraft. Only registered guests are permitted. Parties and unregistered visitors are not allowed. Smoking, including lawful adult cannabis use, is permitted outdoors only. No smoking inside the dome or companion cabins. Pets are limited to two. The fee is $50 per pet per stay. Add both pets on the direct booking page. One private pond retreat. One registered guest group at a time. Pondshire is centered on a king-bed geodesic dome overlooking the water. Two detached companion cabins create three separate sleeping spaces for up to six guests. The dome remains the centerpiece, while the cabins make the retreat work for a couple, couples traveling together, or a quiet family or small group. Created by experienced hosts whose distinctive vacation rentals have been featured by ABC and BuzzFeed. RETREAT HIGHLIGHTS - King-bed geodesic dome with panoramic pond views - Two detached companion cabins for separate sleeping privacy - Wood-burning hot tub at the end of the dock - Heated outdoor shower with hot water and a pond view - Pellet stove, vanity sink, and convenience toilet for urination (#1) only inside the dome - Separate outhouse for bowel movements (#2) - Wood stoves in both companion cabins - Two kayaks, two paddleboats, a rowboat, docks, and pond access - Fire pit, grill, hammocks, lounge chairs, and outdoor seating - Running water, off-grid solar power, and Starlink Wi-Fi - Quality bed linens and bath towels - Paddles for the kayaks and rowboat are supplied. Six life jackets are supplied: one XL, one L and four universal around-neck jackets. Bring correctly sized children's life jackets if needed. - Fishing poles and basic tackle are available for guest use. - Binoculars are provided for pond and wildlife viewing. THE DOME The geodesic dome overlooks your private pond. It includes a king bed with quality linens, broad pond and woodland views, a pellet stove for cooler nights, mood lighting, fans, a mini fridge, a vanity sink with running water, a convenience toilet for urination (#1) only, and a private deck with outdoor seating. Wake to the water outside the dome, spend the afternoon beside the pond, and return at night to the warmth of the pellet stove and the quiet of the surrounding trees. THE MAIN COMPANION CABIN The main companion cabin provides a separate sleeping space for up to two guests. It has a double bed in a loft reached by fold-out stairs, an operational wood stove, fan, warm lighting, and a desk and chairs beside a pond-facing window. This cabin also contains the retreat's kitchen, with a running-water sink, gas stove and oven, compact refrigerator, drinking-water cooler, pots, pans, utensils, cups, wine glasses, coffee mugs and a stovetop espresso maker. There is no microwave or toaster. Firewood is available for the outdoor wood-or-charcoal grill; bring charcoal if you prefer it. THE SECOND COMPANION CABIN The second detached companion cabin provides another separate sleeping space for up to two guests. It includes a double bed, an operational wood stove, warm lighting, and its own running-water sink. The separate sleeping spaces make Pondshire especially useful for couples traveling together, families, and quiet groups who want to share the retreat without sharing one room. AROUND THE POND The wood-burning hot tub sits at the end of the dock overlooking the water. Because it is heated by wood rather than electricity, allow time for it to warm before use. The heated outdoor shower provides hot water with views of the pond and surrounding trees. Guests can use the two kayaks, two paddleboats and rowboat, relax on the docks, gather around the fire pit, grill outdoors, read in the hammocks, or settle into the lounge chairs beside the water. Clear nights can bring excellent stargazing. Wildlife sightings may include loons, ducks, beavers, otters, deer, and other woodland visitors, although wildlife sightings are never guaranteed. CONNECTED SECLUSION Pondshire is off-grid, but it still provides practical comfort. The retreat uses solar power and running water, with Starlink Wi-Fi for internet access. Cell service is limited or unavailable for most carriers, so Wi-Fi is the primary connection. You can stay connected when necessary, then step outside and disconnect whenever you choose. THE NATURAL POND The pond water is clear, with a natural soft or mucky bottom in some areas. It is best enjoyed as a peaceful nature pond for paddling, dock time, wildlife watching, and relaxing beside the water rather than as a sandy swimming lake. PRIVATE TRAILS AND HIDDEN WATERFALL Private hiking trails wind through the Pondshire property and lead to a small, tucked-away waterfall. The trails provide another way to explore the retreat without leaving the property, whether for a quiet morning walk, wildlife watching, or a woodland break between time on the pond and hot tub. Your reservation includes exclusive guest use of the dome, both companion cabins, pond, docks, wood-burning hot tub, heated outdoor shower, included watercraft, private hiking trails leading to the small hidden waterfall, fire pit, grill, hammocks, lounge chairs, and outdoor seating. Paddles for the kayaks and rowboat are supplied. Six life jackets are supplied: one XL, one L and four universal around-neck jackets. Bring correctly sized children's life jackets if needed. Fishing poles, basic tackle, and binoculars are also available. No unrelated guest group stays at Pondshire during your reservation. Enjoy your privacy, with help available by message whenever you need it. Pondshire is set in a quiet, wooded part of Upstate New York, surrounded by pond views, forest, wildlife, and private trails. Come for a secluded stay surrounded by water and woodland. The exact address and complete arrival instructions are provided after booking. Please review these details before booking: - Bathroom setup: The dome has a convenience toilet for urination (#1) only and a vanity sink. A separate outhouse is provided for bowel movements (#2). Bathing is in a separate heated outdoor shower with hot water and a pond view. Pondshire does not have a conventional indoor full bathroom. - The double bed in the kitchen cabin is in a loft reached by fold-out stairs. This sleeping space may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility. - The hot tub is wood-burning rather than electric. It requires heating time and does not warm instantly. - The private hiking trails and small waterfall are natural outdoor areas. Expect uneven ground, roots, mud, wet rocks, and slippery surfaces. Wear suitable footwear and closely supervise children. - Pondshire uses off-grid solar power and running water. Cell service is limited or unavailable for most carriers. Starlink Wi-Fi is the primary connection. - The pond water is clear, but the natural bottom is soft or mucky in some places. It is better suited to paddling, dock time, and nature watching than to a sandy-beach swimming experience. - Maintained dirt roads lead to the retreat. An ordinary passenger vehicle is generally suitable during the operating season under normal conditions, but severe weather can affect access. - Pondshire is seasonal and closed from November 1 to April 1 each year. There is a two-night minimum. - Children require close adult supervision around the pond, docks, watercraft, hot tub, outdoor shower, fire, stoves, trails, and waterfall. - No parties or unregistered visitors. Smoking is not allowed inside any structure. - The exact address and complete arrival instructions are provided after booking.