The Atala is a cozy home nestled in a quiet neighborhood close to the city's excitement and attractions. Warm up by the fireplace in the living room while watching your favorite shows on a 75” flat screen TV, or brew a cup of coffee in our convenient coffee bar. Enjoy an inviting bedroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Our backyard with furniture, fire pit, and gas grill, is perfect for relaxing. The space Unwind in our spacious living room equipped with two accent chairs & sofa. Wall mounted 75" Flat screen tv with streaming capabilities over a gorgeous original 1940's fireplace. This room gets the most natural light. Dining room area also gets a lot of natural light. Enjoy a romantic dinner for two in our eat in kitchen area equipped with romantic lighting or sit & enjoy a breakfast meal with some coffee from our complimentary coffee bar. Plenty of counter space will make meal preparation a breeze. Loads of storage space in the cabinets & drawers, which is where you will find utensils, dishes, cookware, etc. Stainless steel appliances throughout. Excellent view of backyard where wildlife such as Deer, Rabbits & local Birds frequently visit. Full private bath on the first floor includes towels, toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner and bodywash. Sleep comfortably on a comfy queen sized bed with plenty of pillows. Enjoy the convenience of our laundry room located in the basement with limited supply of complimentary detergent. Guest access Guests will have access to the entire first floor which includes your own private bedroom with a queen sized bed, fully stocked private bathroom, livingroom, diningroom, kitchen, backyard and laundry room. Bedroom door has a keypad door lock that can be utilized when you are out. I also live in the home and my bedroom and my personal bathroom are on the second floor. Therefore, there is no second floor access for guests. Due to my work schedule I may or may not be on the property during your stay. But I, as well as my co-host Alan, are readily available for questions or requests before and during your stay. Our goal is to make your stay as comfortable as possible so please don't hesitate to reach out to us. During your stay We are available through the airbnb messenger board for any questions before or during your stay. Other things to note The Atala is conveniently located & just minutes away from most major attractions in the Mid-Hudson Valley region such as: Locust Grove Estate 6 min (2mi) Bardavon Opera House 7 min (1.8mi) Majed J Nesheiwat (MJN) Convention Center 8 min (1.9mi) Overlook Drive-in Theatre 9 min (3.5mi) Shadows on the Hudson (Weddings / Ceremonies Events) 9 min (2.2mi) Hudson Valley Regional Airport 10 min (5.3mi) Poughkeepsie Galleria Mall 11 min (5.2mi) Walkway over the Hudson 11 min (2.7mi) Mid Hudson Discovery (Children's) Museum 11 min (2.8mi) Splashdown Beach Waterpark 23 min (11mi) Hyde Park Drive-in Theatre 16 min (8.5mi) Hyde Park Roller Magic (roller skating) 17 min (8.8mi) Rocking Horse Ranch Resort 19 min (8mi) Notable mentions: Fishkill Farms 30 min (16mi) Millbrook Vineyards & Winery 30 min (18mi) Fahnestock State Park (hiking, swimming, camping, kayaking) 32 min (23mi) Resorts World Hudson Valley Casino 35 min (19mi) Minnewaska State Park Preserve (hiking, swimming, camping, kayaking) 40 min (21mi) Legoland 58 min (44mi) The Castle Fun Center 59 min (46mi) Colleges / Universities: Vassar College 2 min (0.6mi) Marist College 9 min (4.7mi) The Culinary Institute of America 12 min (6.5mi) Dutchess Community College (main campus) 10 min (3mi) Local Hospitals: Vassar Brothers Medical Center 6 min (1.8mi) Mid Hudson Regional Hospital 11 min (3.2 mi) Public Transportation: M-line Poughkeepsie transit bus 1 min (0.1mi) Amtrak / Metro-North Poughkeepsie station 9 min (2.5mi) Bedroom is equipped with keypad locking door knob for an added measure of privacy / security depending on your preference. In summer months grass will be treated with bug repellent to make sunbathing / outdoor relaxation more comfortable. Citronella torches will be available as well upon request prior to check-in. EV charging is not permitted at this time. There are two LED spotlights mounted on the garage that are equipped with motion sensors. The motion sensors have a blinking red light which makes them appear as if they are recording devices, they are not. They do not have recording capabilities whatsoever. The security doorbell cameras capture a 180 degree angle video of the driveway & front of house. They record audio as well & are motion activated. So while they are equipped to record 24 hours a day they only record when motion is detected. There are no other recording devices on the premises. Self check-in allows for minimal interaction between guests & hosts. Complimentary Netflix account for all guests to enjoy during their stay.