Beyond Baseball: Cooperstown’s Pitch for Remote Workers
When most people hear “Cooperstown,” their minds go straight to baseball. America’s pastime has certainly put this Otsego County village on the map—thanks to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and the iconic Doubleday Field.
But ask any local and they’ll tell you: Cooperstown is so much more than a weekend stop for baseball fans.
Think lakeside views, a walkable Main Street filled with indie shops and cozy cafés, a world-class hospital system (Bassett Healthcare Network), and even a surprisingly awesome gym. It’s equal parts scenic, peaceful, and surprisingly well-equipped for modern life. So it’s no surprise that Cooperstown—and Otsego County as a whole—is becoming a magnet for remote workers looking for a better way to live and work.
And now, there’s a new reason remote workers are falling in love with this village: a vibrant, community-driven coworking space right in the heart of town.
🏡 Welcome to Cooperstown Coworks
Molly & Dan Hernandez
Launched in June 2024 by Dan and Molly Hernandez, Cooperstown Coworks is a 5,000-square-foot shared workspace located at 6 Doubleday Court. It offers everything today’s remote professional needs:
Fast internet
Private offices and phone booths
Shared open workspaces
Conference rooms
Free coffee, tea, seltzer, and snacks
A fully stocked kitchen
Flexible memberships for locals, students, and visitors
But more than that, it’s become a professional community—a space where writers, architects, consultants, developers, and creatives can connect, collaborate, and just enjoy being around other humans again.
“The reception [from the community] has been almost universally, ‘this is what Cooperstown needs,’” said Dan.
☕ Why Coworking in a Small Town Matters
Let’s be honest: working from home isn’t always as dreamy as it sounds. Yes, there’s flexibility. Yes, you can wear slippers. But there’s also:
Constant distractions (laundry, anyone?)
Spotty internet
Isolation and lack of structure
Difficulty separating work and personal life
Cooperstown Coworks was built to solve that.
Dan had used coworking spaces in other cities. Molly, a Cooperstown native, knew what the community needed. Together, they designed a space that works for full-time residents, part-time locals, students, tourists, and just about anyone tired of trying to focus at the kitchen table.
And yes—if you rent a private office, you can even bring your dog. 🐶
🧠 Not Just a Workspace—A Hub for Ideas and Connection
Since opening its doors, Cooperstown Coworks has become more than a place to work:
It’s hosted school board meetings, real estate closings, business workshops, and even baby showers and bridal parties.
Members organize things like “Motivation Monday”, where they set weekly goals together.
The coffee pot has become a low-key networking hub—ideas are pitched, mock presentations are given, and new friendships are made.
There are also regular free community events, like:
Monthly networking nights (often the last Wednesday of the month)
Speed networking events (yes, like speed dating—but way less awkward)
Free “Day Pass Days” where the public can check out the space for free (often the last Friday of the month)
One of the most attractive features of Cooperstown Coworks? The accessibility.
Membership tiers include:
Day passes for visitors and tourists
Month-to-month shared desk memberships starting at $139/month
Student memberships at $99/month (with access until 9 p.m.)
Private offices for those who want a more permanent, pet-friendly setup
They’ve kept pricing realistic, especially for freelancers, students, and small business owners. And nearly every trial member? They end up staying for the long haul.
🌄 Why Cooperstown Is the Perfect Place to Work Remotely
Zooming out, Otsego County is quickly becoming a top destination for people leaving larger cities in search of a better quality of life. Cooperstown is clean, safe, beautiful, and welcoming—offering everything from healthcare and culture to entertainment and nature.
With the rise of remote work, you no longer have to live in a major metro to have a fulfilling career. You just need the right setup—and the right people around you.
Cooperstown Coworks is helping make that possible.
Ready to make a move to Upstate NY? Whether you’re full-time remote, part-time creative, or just tired of your current view—Cooperstown has more than baseball. It has space for you.
