Abner's Pondside Retreat

A Beautiful Country Getaway with Stunning Views in a Private Setting

Abner's Retreat Queen Master Bedroom B
Abner's Retreat Handicapped Accessible Bathroom A
Abner's Retreat Kitchen Living Room B
Welcome to Abner's Pondside Retreat, a newly transformed horse barn nestled on fifty acres of scenic upstate New York hillside. Breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside include a working grassfed beef farm and a pond with Canadian geese. A relaxing outdoor patio overlooks the valley just minutes from downtown Oneonta and Cooperstown. Enjoy the expansive, manicured lawn where there is warmth in the summer, but almost always a breeze and the leaves in the fall are gorgeous. This spotless and uniquely delightful property is available spring, summer and fall . . . call 607-431-9438 now to make reservations. 
Abner's is separated into two adjoining suites, "A" and "B." Both are similar in style, but have their own unique qualities. For instance, "A" has a handicapped accessible shower and  offers a pullout sleeper sofa for the fourth person. They are designed for four or fewer people, but can both be rented together to sleep up to eight. An adjoining door remains locked when both units are not rented together.  Stay in touch with excellent cell phone and wifi - and watch local news and weather on smart tvs with cable access. Click the box above to see a full list of the amenities provided.
Abner's Retreat Pondside View Exterior
Contact us via email or by telephone to verify availability, check pricing and make reservations.  Our standard summer rentals are for one week from Friday to Friday to accomodate visitors to the baseball camps, but we will consider other stays depending on our availability. Discounts sometimes apply so please feel free to ask.

We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover cards, cashier's check, money order or cash. All reservations must be made in advance and a security deposit is applicable.

Availability, Reservations and Policies:


  • No smoking indoors
  • No pets please
  • No more than four people per reservation, unless prior arrangements have been made or you are booking both units
  • No team parties/barbecues
  • Minimum 7 night stay during summer
  • Check in between 3-5 pm
  • Check out by 10 am
  • Extra charges may apply for late day check outs
  • A refundable damage deposit applies.
  • Reservations cancelled 60 or more days in advance will be refunded, less a $100 cancellation fee.
  • Reservations cancelled less than 60 days in advance will only be refunded, less the cancellation fee, if the space is re-rented for the same days.

Booking Now for:
Summer Baseball Camp Season 

Contact us now for rates/availability:
Phone: 607-431-9438 or
Email: abnersretreat@stny.rr.com

Baseball is big here, but it's not the only entertainment by far!