Oakcliff Bed and Breakfast

Name: Oakcliff Bed and Breakfast
Address: 78 Church Hill Road, Halfmoon, us

Location: 78 Church Hill Road, Halfmoon, us

Star Rating: 5 Stars

Property Type: Bed and breakfasts

About this Property

Luxurious Accommodation
Oakcliff Bed and Breakfast, located in a historic building in Halfmoon, offers 5-star accommodation with modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in comfort with bathrobes, slippers, and quality bed linen provided in each unit.

Outdoor Activities
Surrounded by stunning mountain views, guests can indulge in a variety of outdoor activities including skiing, cycling, fishing, and hiking. The property also features a garden and sun terrace, perfect for enjoying the picturesque surroundings.

Convenient Location
Conveniently situated just 16 km from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and with easy access to Albany attractions, Oakcliff Bed and Breakfast offers a peaceful retreat with the convenience of nearby city amenities.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Oakcliff Bed and Breakfast in Halfmoon. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important Information

Please note that after making a reservation, guests are required to call the hotel and provide their Credit Card Address details.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Managed by a private host

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Massage services
Ski storage
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Concierge service
Allergy-free room
Adult only
Entertainment staff
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Physical distancing in dining areas
Process in place to check health of guests
Access to health care professionals
Face masks for guests available
24-hour security
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Ski storage
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Private picnics
Japanese garden
Secured parking
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snow sports gear
Vegetarian menu options available
Paddle boating nearby
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Accessible train station shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

Saratoga Room

1 Double Bed
150-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, porch/lanai with city and hill views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Netflix
Food & Drink - Free bottled water
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, Frette Italian linens, a down duvet, a pillow menu, and blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, bathrobes, and a shower with a hydromassage showerhead
Practical - Yard, laptop workspace, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Yard
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Frette Italian sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
- Pillow menu
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Porch or lanai
- Location - ground floor
- Desk chair
- Printer
Mohawk Room

1 Double Bed
165-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, porch/lanai with river views

Layout - Bedroom, living room, and sitting area
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Netflix
Food & Drink - Free bottled water
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, Frette Italian linens, a down duvet, a pillow menu, and blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Desk, yard, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Yard
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Frette Italian sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
- Pillow menu
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Porch or lanai
- Location - top floor
- Desk chair
- Printer
Double Room with Private Bathroom

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a coffee machine, a dining area, tumble dryer as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Fax
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Video
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Additional toilet
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Tumble dryer
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Mobile hotspot device
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
President Grant Room

1 Double Bed
300-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, porch/lanai with city and hill views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Relax - Indoor private hot tub
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - Netflix
Food & Drink - Free bottled water
Sleep - Pillowtop bed, Frette Italian linens, a down duvet, a pillow menu, and blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, jetted bathtub, and separate shower with a hydromassage showerhead
Practical - Desk, yard, and iron/ironing board (on request)
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bottle of water
- Daily housekeeping
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Jetted bathtub
- Yard
- Premium bedding
- Separate sitting area
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Free WiFi
- Down comforter
- Frette Italian sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
- Pillow menu
- Private spa tub
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Portable fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Local maps
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Electrical adapters/chargers
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Restaurant dining guide
- Porch or lanai
- Location - top floor
- Desk chair
- Printer
Double Room with Lake View

Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a coffee machine, a seating area, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Fax
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Video
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Additional toilet
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Tumble dryer
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Mobile hotspot device
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
Double Room with Private External Bathroom

This double room features a hot tub. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a coffee machine, a seating area, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Fax
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Video
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Dressing room
- Slippers
- Additional toilet
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Mobile hotspot device
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access

Guest Reviews

Alexander (10/5): Incredibly cosy and unique experience. - Everything was amazing! The place, the food, the host, and the nostalgic, wonderful feeling of the place!
Carrie (10/5): The Inn was comfy and beautiful. Innkeepers were friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was a delicious ending to our stay. - The house was beautiful. The location was close to everything and the view out back was spectacular. Nothing at all.
John (10/5): - Historical B&B in a beautiful location on the Mohawk River, we had a great stay here. The place is filled with awesome antiques acquired by proprietors John and Pam over 30 years. The inn dates back to the 1800's and four U.S. Presidents have stayed here. Located 22 minutes from Saratoga Racetrack and 45 minutes from Lake George, we loved being able to explore the area and return to this quiet inn. Breakfast was delicious and John & Pam were gracious hosts who provided great tips for exploring the area. Loved our stay and can't wait to return !
Loretta (10/5): Fantastic - Beautiful B&B with excellent hosts. Delicious breakfast prepared by John and Pam who made you feel at home.
Lynn (10/5): - Such a fun stay. Great breakfast and lovely property. The owners are super sweet and we really enjoyed ourselves!
Brittany (10/5): - We came to Saratoga for an overnight stay to attend a concert at SPAC. We were welcomed by John as soon as we arrived. He gave us a tour of the downstairs as well as a brief history of the B&B. The grounds are beautiful right on the river and a quick 20 minute drive to Saratoga. They served a beautiful made to order breakfast before we checked out the following day. Would recommend!
Pierfrancesco (10/5): Exceptional -
Steve (10/5): Perfect location with perfect hosts. - The Oakcliff is a beautiful building that is furnished impeccably. John and Pam are the perfect hosts and made me feel welcomed as a friend rather than a guest. They were always happy to help with suggestions for places to visit, eateries and even travel around the area. As I was visiting over Fathers Day, I was even privileged to meet their family and be invited to join them in the fabulous garden. In my opinion, the best place I have ever stayed and I will be returning! There is literally nothing to dislike about the hotel!
Christopher (10/5): Peaceful and beautful retreat with outstanding hospitality from owners. - Beautiful location, gracious and welcoming host, delicious food, home steeped in history.
P (10/5): A Fantastic place to rest and to enjoy while visiting the area! - This is a hidden gem of The Capital District! Great location - a quick drive to everywhere we needed to go! The owners are incredible! They put so much love and care into this house and into the experiences of their guests! An antique lover’s dream with all modern conveniences! Super clean and quiet. The breakfast is magnificent!!! Everything homemade with tremendous love and care! And they serve use proper china & place settings! There was nothing we didn’t like. We travel a lot and this is truly one of the best stays we’ve had. We hope to stay here again.
Dingle1963 (10/5): Stunning colonial home on the banks of the Mohawk River. - A beautifully restored colonial property filled with antiques and beautiful paintings The hosts were very friendly, but not intrusive and, quite rightly, proud of their home. I believe there are just 3 or 4 letting rooms all sympathetically decorated in keeping with the age of the property. It was our first B&B and we enjoyed good conversation at breakfast with our fellow guests and Farm Aid 2024 goers. We were offered a lovely choice for breakfast, served at a beautifully set table. John's pancakes 🥞 were just perfect on Sunday morning. Gorgeous views of the Mohawk River from our bedroom window. Great location for visiting Saratoga Performing Arts Centre which was about 20 minutes drive away.
David (9/5): Superb -
April (9/5): Superb - The house was so beautiful! The view was amazing and the inn keepers were very nice! Breakfast was great as well. There was no TV in the room, but we used the wifi and brought a laptop for a nighttime movie. (So it really wasn't a big deal)
Douglas (9/5): After spending the prior 8 days bike touring the ECT, this was a perfect place to rest and relax. John was so helpful i - Beautiful home built in the 1800s filled with amazing furniture and an exceptional collection of art. Also, amazing view of the Mohawk River from our room Nothing
Steve (10/5): Historical Experience. - It is a magnificent historical property full of antiques and on lovely grounds overlooking the river. The hosts are lovely. The breakfast is delicious and classy. No television (which is somewhat understandable in a property of this type).
Alissa (10/5): Exceptional -
Vincent (10/5): - This fine house is a livable museum. The owners are personable and helpful to guests. This property was a lucky find for us!
Taylor (10/5): Exceptional - This was a beautiful home, we truly enjoyed our stay! We loved the well maintained atmosphere of the home, and the owner's knowledge that he shared. Playing the player piano for us was a delight. Our bathroom was very nice, it had a great shower. Breakfast was so delicious! The bed and side chair in the room was uncomfortable, which made relaxing in the room not very doable.
Loubser (10/5): Exceptional - Beutiful property...located close to road...amazing hosts and breakfast yummie Nothing
Claudia (10/5): - In a tourist region where even two-star inns were ridiculously overpriced, we found a rare gem. Our host welcomed us at dusk into this magnificent ancestral home. And time stood still to the sound of that intriguing player piano in the museum-like living room. Everything was perfect, from arrival to the room to the exquisite breakfast. We remember thinking that no other place in the region could have offered us such a warm and welcoming experience. Many thanks to our hosts. Claudia & Marc-André
Daniel (10/5): Very comfortable way to travel in time! - Staying here is like traveling back in time. An amazing experience, a touch of history. 4 US presidents, including Grant, stayed or visited the Oakcliff house in the 19th century, and you get a glimpse into their world. Everything in the house works, everything is high quality and high touch! Breakfast is wonderful. Attention to detail is incredible. John and Pam are marvelous hosts and great conversation companions! We loved it! Our stay was too short!
Todd (5/5): Passable - History
Steven (8/5): - Wonderful furnishings, great breakfast and very helpful and interesting innkeeper.
Todd (10/5): Exceptional -
John (10/5): a beautiful historic home close to Saratoga National Battlefield Park - amazing location overlooking the Mohawk River and exceptional cooked-to-order breakfast. nothing
Daniel (10/5): - This place is phenomenal. Highest possible recommendation.
Verified traveler (10/5): - The property is in an amazing location great view of the Mohawk River
NMK (2/5): - Arrived to the property at night and was too scared to enter. Decided to spend the night else where. Owner refused to refund my money.
Verified traveler (10/5): - We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful and historic house. It is located in an extremely quiet area and within comfortable distance from Albany, Saratoga and Lake George. The interior of the house is very tastefully decorated and furnished with antiques throughout. Our stay at the Oakcliff Bed and Breakfast was like stepping back in time, while still keeping all the modern comforts. John and Pam are excellent hosts. They made us feel very welcome. Also, the views of the Mohawk River from behind the house are spectacular.
Verified traveler (10/5): - lovely- you will sleep like a baby- John is a terrific host!
Verified traveler (8/5): - Tremendous historical property , good views and very nice owners Our room was small with no end tables however overall a pleasant experience
john (10/5): Pleasant Stay - My wife and I went to the Tug Boat Rally in Waterford. We took a chance at a bed and breakfast and pick Oakcliff. Great experience! House is a restored from the 1800's. Lots of history. John and Pam are great hosts, will give you a tour of their home and cook you a made to order breakfast. I will stay here again when I come up next year for the Rally.
Mary B (10/5): Totally Fabulous - This is a gorgeous historic home with a beautiful view of the Mohawk River. The host has been working on the home for 30 years, and he is a perfectionist. Every piece of furniture is an antique. (Not a place to take small children.) Breakfast was delicious, with great coffee. Not your typical B&B!
janice (10/5): Not to be missed, outstanding house accomodation - Beautiful riverside setting, wonderful house with museum-level furniture, piano and art, outstanding personal care and breakfast!
Verified traveler (10/5): - Beautiful rooms and lovely antiques. The front porch has a lovely view of the river. Room small but exquisite.
Verified traveler (10/5): - John and Jan are awesome hosts. I felt welcomed and cared for. John maintains an impressive collection of unique pieces of art and furniture. He also makes a delicious and generously-portioned morning meal. The coffee is, sincerely, the best coffee I’ve ever had (and I’m an old woman with a coffee obsession!) I recommend having a cup on the verandah overlooking Lake Mohawk. //swoon//
Verified traveler (8/5): - Beutiful old house , good service,friendly hosts and delicious breakfast, We highly recommend this place.
Verified traveler (10/5): - Exquisite furnishings, extremely clean, and a gracious host. Very memorable visit - wonderful view, delicous breakfast, too much to fully describe. Don't miss this gem- it's a place you'll talk about for years!
Verified traveler (8/5): - John is very nice and wants to be sure your stay a good one. The home is beautiful and immaculate. I felt like I was staying in a museum as all the furniture and fixtures are period pieces. The breakfast was made to order and several options were given, served on china. We stayed in the first floor bedroom. The sheets were super soft. The bathroom was marble and towels were very soft too. The only thing not perfect was the bedroom, though very lovely is quite small with very little room for luggage.
Verified traveler (10/5): - It was a wonderful place - very calm and relaxing. John and Pam are excellent hosts catering to our every need - including making us a dinner reservation on the first night.
Jessica (6/5): ok... - The proprietor was very kind and accommodating, and quite proud of the restoration he had done at the historic Inn - but he was very uptight about not touching the antiques, not putting glasses down with out coasters, not putting bags on furniture, etc. It was a little uncomfortable to get comfortable!
Verified traveler (10/5): - The house is amazing and the view of the Mohawk River is spectacular. I'm very fond of older homes and was also glad there was NO TV in the room---that would have spoiled the ambiance. Our host John was extremely accommodating and served a wonderful breakfast ;-)
Verified traveler (8/5): - John was a wonderful host, the breakfast was delicious and the location was relaxing. The facilities were a bit old and needed some restoration but we were quite happy with the bedroom and private bathroom. Would stay here again.
Walker (10/5): - Very clean and pristine. Beautiful setting. The service and the breakfast were perfect. I would absolutely stay there again. Well done!!!
Verified traveler (8/5): Secluded B&B - Stayed here to attend concerts at the SPAC. The house is historic (Victorian) full of antiques and set on a quiet road with a water view off the beaten track. It is however near to several tourist sites. This is a B&B and although it has wi-fi does not offer in-room amenities such as coffee/tea or tv. Owner was not available at check in, but had called us to give instructions about arrival. The owner, John was very friendly, as was his friend Pam and gave useful info about sites/restaurants to visit. Breakfast was cooked to order, selection was made from a menu the previous evening. Times for breakfast were a little early (especially on Sunday), but that may be my preference.
Verified traveler (10/5): Beautiful Inn - The bedroom was very nice and comfortable bed. Delicious breakfast.
Sue (10/5): Get away weekend - Wonderfully preserved and maintained 1830 mansion overlooking the Hudson. John, our host, was extremely helpful. Breakfast made to order was excellent. Good central location. Easy off n easy inn access to 87. Would definitely stay again.
claudia (10/5): A true gem!! - We truly enjoyed our stay! Such a beautiful B & B. John is a very gracious host and made us feel like family. Breakfast was excellent! We really enjoyed the grounds and when John played the baby grand piano for us:) We will most definitely return!
Roman (10/5): perfect B & B - all was great. highly recommend this historic home.
Verified traveler (10/5): Clean , elegant and beautiful . - Staff went out of their way to make us happy . Breakfast was elegant. Check in and check out very fast .
Verified traveler (10/5): Beautiful B&B - Our stay was absolutely amazing. Beautiful room ( Mohawk Room), extremely comfortable, clean and very nice. John, the owner made a delicious breakfast,we felt as if we were in a resort. It was a perfect stay, we would definitely go back.
Verified traveler (10/5): Wonderful - Lovely hotel and John, the manager there, took good care of us. The B&B is easy to miss but look for the historical marker. the house is old but the rooms are done up. We were at the Mohawk room and it was big and bright with an attached private big bath. there is nothing close by, which is a great thing, but wonderful restaurants not 10 mins away.
Casey (10/5): Great B&B - Beautiful and historic home. Immaculately clean with super friendly owners. My stay was very relaxing. Also, great breakfast!
Verified traveler (10/5): Step back in time. - Gorgeous, restored historical home on a scenic river, very hospitable hosts, wonderful breakfast made to order. We loved our stay!
Maria (10/5): A Must Stay Location - Incredible views, great stay, delicious food - could not have been a better visit!
Jeanne (8/5): Charm, history and a great location! - John was kind enough to comp an upgrade for me which allowed me to have a riverfront view and made it possible to make use of a bathroom on the same floor. He prepared a lovely breakfast and was easy to talk to.
Nina (10/5): A Special Experience - We spent one night at Oakcliff Bed and Breakfast in early spring of 2015. A quiet, clean, and picturesque house with wonderful hosts - a modern interpretation of a late 19'th century outing in the country. John and Susan have many stories to share, yet respect the visitor's privacy. Fans of photography, history, or breakfast will have a memorable and relaxing stay.
Larry (8/5): Oakcliff in the winter - We arrived at 8:00 p.m. in the snow and the front door was locked, so we were unsure which way to go in, the painted porch floor was slippery and there was no railing, so I felt unsafe. That being said, when we walked in, there was a vanilla candle burning and the interior smelled wonderful! The rooms were restored to the time period of the home and really looked beautiful. My favorite room was the library and when I renovate my home, I plan to put an identical one in my house. The hosts were more than willing to be interrupted during their busy schedule for questions, the bed was extremely comfortable and warm with a down comforter. The coffee was delicious. It is worth the money to live in that elegance for a few days, stepping back in time and up in class.
Steven (8/5): One night stay in winter. - It was a nice place filled with history which we learned upon our arrival. The owners were very nice and personable. I would like to see it in another season as the snowy season had the river covered. The room and breakfast were nice. The only thing that we didn't like was that our bathroom was on another level, but understand that is a limitation sometimes with an older home.
john (10/5): History Lesson - John & Susan are super friendly and gave me a wonderful history lesson about the house and area. Breakfast was great.
Elizabeth (10/5): Genuine Hospitality mixed with Unique Hospitality - Oakcliff combines history, rustic setting, & urban convenience w/ genuine hospitality. My boyfriend and I were greeted with a tour of the house & informed of its history. President Grant had been a frequenter of this property! The whole house has been restored to the period (w/ modern touches such as a jet tub in our bathroom). We were then shown our room & given a discount coupon to one of the local restaurants. Breakfast is made to order. There is a full menu of choices: Coffee is pressed. Fruit is fresh. Eggs are hot. The back overlooks a lake & hill landscape; it's perfect fall colors mixed w/ a quiet retreat. I loved that this place was an escape but we could still access downtown Saratoga Springs. Oakcliff is not far off I-87 which leads right into downtown w/ restaurants & shopping. I would say it's about a 15 min drive but worth it for the quiet oasis away from tourist dense downtown. In the morning, our hosts greeted us & we enjoyed conversation at the breakfast table w/ other guests. Our room was clean, had ample space, & the bed was comfortable. I thought I would mind that our bathroom was detached from our room but we were the only ones using it. It's less than ten steps from the bedroom door. The only critique I have is that the house is easy to miss. We drove right past it. Overall, not a big deal. There is only a small historical sign out front. It could use a nice wood sign with "Oakcliff" written on it hanging over the front porch; visible but not intrusive.
thomas (10/5): Gem on the Mohawk River - John and Susan are wonderful hosts. After two days, we felt like they were old friends. The house is a gem and the view of the Mohawk river is world class. We will definitely come back.
Joan and Chris (10/5): Great bed and breakfast! - Wonderful stay. Felt like royalty. We will be back.
Jeff (10/5): Lovely place, lovely hosts - A gorgeous old house, very nicely appointed. The back has a river view, and in fact you can walk down the hill to the river. John and Susan were wonderful hosts, and served a an excellent breakfast to order, even making a grocery run the night before to accommodate a special request. Of course as an old house it has creaky floors, but that's about the worst I can say. If you like bed & breakfasts, you'll love this place. I highly recommend it!