Gilbertsville Fairy Tale Estate - Stay Like Gatsby, 12 Bedrooms, 6 Baths, Sleeps 25

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12 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 25883 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Gilbertsville, NY

Sidney, NY (SXY-Sidney Municipal)25 min drive
Cooperstown All Star Village Fields31 min drive
State University of New York-Oneonta37 min drive
Cooperstown Dreams Park56 min drive

Rooms & beds

12 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Event Fees Maybe Required

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

"See Rental Agreement for Cancellation Policy"

All credit card transaction are subject to a 3% Bank Processing Fee.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gilbertsville

This holiday home is located in Gilbertsville. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cooperstown All Star Village Fields and South Hill State Forest, while Chenango County Historical Society Museum and Bullthistle Model Railroad Society Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gilbertsville, NY

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 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Susquehanna River and 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Guilford Town Hall. Otego Municipal Park and Gilbert Lake State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rene C.

19 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

26 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

1 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

27 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

10 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Albert Geldmacher/Property Manager

We are the first non-heirs to own this property. We purchased the property, several other structures (Butler house, Carriage House, Laundry house, Farm House, Village Farms complex, etc.) and over 550 acres because we are crazy about horses and history. We've tried to maintain the charm of yesteryear while providing updates, also. At Centennial Farms Manor, it's all about enjoying the rewards from a life of working hard. Cheers!

Why they chose this property

Construction began on Centennial Farms Manor in 1914, was placed on hold due to the War, then completed between 1917 and 1920. The widow of Al Bostwick, son of Standard Oil millionaire Jabez Bostwick, remarried attorney Fitch Gilbert, Jr. and they spent summers here, vacationing with her children. One of her children, George Herbert 'Pete' Bostwick, is the most legendary polo player of all time, as well as a tennis champ and a steeplechase winner. We still have the Butler's house, the Carriage house, the laundry house, and the original 'Village Farms' farm-house and barns. We have our Thoroughbred boarding and breeding facility across from the old polo fields. The history of this place is phenomenal. We are the only owners since the Bostwick/Gilbert family to own the place and we have tried to keep the historical charm intact. Please, be our guests!

What makes this property unique

Solitude. If you'd like to dance through the acres of soft green lawn in your jammies, have at it. You will only have to share the serenity with the deer, the birds, and the trickling brook just across the lawn. Enjoy some peace.