Aquarian Exposition

Aquarian Exposition: New York

People had a lot of fun at Woodstock back in the day (although the music festival actually took place on a farm in Bethel, 40 miles from actual Woodstock, but let's not allow facts to get in the way of a good intro). Just a seven-minute drive from the centre of town, it's in a serene, wooded area with numerous places to hike nearby (and just a forty-minute drive from ski resorts in the winter). Perfect for a group of friends or an extended family, it's got lots to do without stepping foot off the property. Swim in the outdoor pool, relax in the hot tub on the deck or chill out in the games room – there's even a special play area for small children and a baby room complete with a cot. Inside, big windows and high ceilings make for a light-filled space, with a sociable flow to the open-plan living space and a great kitchen for whipping up those special meals.

Home truths:
*While it's very child-friendly, with a cot, high chair, changing table, games and a dedicated play space and baby room, it's not entirely child-proofed
*The pool is closed off in the winter, from mid-October to mid-May
*There's private parking
*You'll have laptop-friendly workspace
*There's a private entrance
*There is a fence around the pool for child safety but the host will require you to sign a waiver
*Dogs will be considered on a case-by-case basis (sorry, no cats)
*There are security cameras on the property
*There's a baby room with a cot and monitor provided
*The host has fitted new Roku TVs in all the bedrooms