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Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate

Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate

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Property grounds
12 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, music library, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Gilbertsville, NY
  • AirportSidney, NY (SXY-Sidney Municipal)25 min drive
  • Popular LocationCooperstown All Star Village Fields31 min drive
  • Popular LocationState University of New York-Oneonta37 min drive
  • Popular LocationCooperstown Dreams Park56 min drive

Space details

12 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, sleeps 25
883 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Combined shower/bath
Bathroom 3
    Shower
    Bath
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bath

About this property

Entire place

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

Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate

Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate and get away from it all and vacation like a Standard Oil heir at this gorgeous country estate, open to the public for the first time since its pre-WWI war conception.

Steeped in wealthy history, this former vacation home, built in the early 1900s by New York's most famous equestrians (and heirs of a Standard Oil founder and Rockefeller partner), has been meticulously maintained for decades. The view of the surrounding 500 acres overlooking the Butternut Valley provides a peaceful retreat from the city and an amazing backdrop for New York's most grandiose weddings. Whether you're looking to bring your family together for a reunion or to hold the classiest of weddings, Centennial Farms Manor is the most prestigious place in upstate New York to do both.

Each guest suite (part of the sleeping rooms) has a working fireplace, high-thread-count linens, private bathroom and French doors leading to balconies. Other bedrooms have privacy and shared bathrooms. Imagine enjoying a rich cappuccino in the courtyard each morning while the birds sing and the horses graze in pastures as far as the eye can see.

Take a dip in the totally refurbished 20'x40' swimming pool, go for a hike and photograph a number of our property's small waterfalls, play some croquet or lawn games, or roast dinner over an open fire. Peruse the history of the house, enjoy a good book by lamp light, or feast on a gourmet meal prepared in our huge kitchen. When evening embers glow dimmer, you can reflect on a glamorous day in the most beautiful place on Earth with a cocktail in front of one of the 10 fireplaces.

Your room is spacious, inviting and private. Guest suites have private baths and soft, cushy linens to snuggle into. What could be better?

Contact us today and plan your own fairy tale retreat in New York.

Property manager

Albert Geldmacher/Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 12 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Library

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 9500 sq ft (883 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Event Fees Maybe Required
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vacation Like Gatsby This Historic 500-acre Fairy Tale Estate
Vacation Like Gatsby This Historic 500-acre Fairy Tale Estate
Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500 acre Fairy Tale Estate
Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500 acre Fairy Tale Estate

About the area

Gilbertsville

This holiday home is located in Gilbertsville. Chenango County Historical Society Museum and Bullthistle Model Railroad Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Canasawacta Country Club and Blue Stone Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Damaschke Field or Interskate 88. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Cooperstown All Star Village Fields - 31 min drive
  • Hartwick College - 34 min drive
  • Unadilla Motocross - 36 min drive
  • State University of New York-Oneonta - 37 min drive
  • Cooperstown Dreams Park - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Old Mill Restaurant - 14 min drive
  • Rockin River Roadhouse - 15 min drive
  • Korner Stone Restaurant - 12 min drive
  • Empire House Restaurant Bar - 5 min drive
  • The Old Mill - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation Like Gatsby on This Historic 500-Acre Fairy Tale Estate located?

Set in Gilbertsville, this family-friendly holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Susquehanna River, Gilbert Lake State Park and Big Four Bridge. Bullthistle Model Railroad Society Museum and Cooperstown All Star Village Fields are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rene C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
This was a very spacious, comfortable property. It was perfect for our family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ravi P., Amherst

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Historic Mansion
Our large family group of 22 people rented this wonderful property for our annual Thanksgiving reunion. We loved the house with its HUGE & spectacular living and dining rooms which allowed plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen is massive & very well equipped with a professional range, 2 refrigerators and plenty of china & tableware to accommodate a big group. The 12 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms are perfect for a large group. The beds were very comfortable & there were plenty of towels provided. The house itself was surprisingly warm for a house this old & there was plenty of hot water! If you like antique furniture, china, and other collectibles, you will love this place. The wifi is adequate - its strong in the parlor, living room and dining room - but weak elsewhere - a router/transmitter of the 2nd floor would help. The hosts provided a roll of bathroom tissue in every bathroom & a new roll of paper towel in the kitchen - but beyond this we had to purchase our own. Since the town is ~20 min drive, it would be great if additional supplies of these were provided. One small issue we had was that on a couple of days the water in some of the showers ran brown initially, but it cleared up if you ran it for a while. Perhaps the sediment filter in the water line from the well needs to be checked. This is a great house with a LOT of character, located in a peaceful location with wonderful views of the mountains. Albert (host), and Larisa were most helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at the manor
Totally beautiful building, exactly what we were looking for. We had guests stay for a nearby wedding, and they all had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding at the Manor!
Centennial Farm is absolutely gorgeous! We were able to have our micro wedding at the property and some of our guests stayed the weekend! The house is absolutely amazing and the pictures don't do it justice! It is spacious for everyone, the kitchen is stocked with anything you might need and the decor makes you feel like you've gone back in time. Al helped us with everything we needed to make our wedding a success! You'll love it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion weekend
Our family enjoyed staying at Centennial Farm for a long weekend. There were lots of places for small gatherings, conversations, card games as well as a nice large kitchen and dining room for when we all were together. We made use of the pool as well as the fire pit and enjoyed the views across the valley to the farms and fields of golden rod in bloom. For a quiet, serene stay in an interesting and evocative manor house, this place fit the bill!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for large groups
Property is amazing if you like old world charm.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bertram L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for a family get together.
This is a 100 year old very large home. It was a great place for a family get together. The kitchen has every thing you would want in a kitchen. Very large rooms for kitchen, dining and living. Outdoors the view of the valley is really great. There are some maintenance issues mostly due to the age of the building but nothing that will effect your stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great New Years Destination
Several families gathered for games, food, and enjoyed this house! We had a ball!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julianne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Gatsby Mansion
Lovely, historical property with a lot of space! Gorgeous setting with fantastic caretakers. We made so many wonderful memories while our son played in Cooperstown. A magnificent environment to spend time in, in between games!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022