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None Closer to the Water's Edge. One of a kind BOATHOUSE

None Closer to the Water's Edge. One of a kind BOATHOUSE

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Exterior
Beach
Lake
Interior
A great day fishing on Rainbow Lake.

Overview of None Closer to the Water's Edge. One of a kind BOATHOUSE

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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Rainbow Lake, NY
  • Popular LocationPaul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center10 min drive
  • AirportSaranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)14 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Flower23 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaranac Inn Golf and Country Club24 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4/Master Bedroom

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

None Closer to the Water's Edge. One of a kind BOATHOUSE

If you want a fun and unique experience then come and stay in our one of a kind large converted boathouse resting in a quiet cove on private Rainbow Lake. Newly extensively renovated . You cannot get closer to the waters edge, your partially over the water. Over 300 feet of shoreline, 2+ acres of wooded and grassy grounds. Enjoy 25 miles of interconnecting waterways (Lake Kushaqua, Clear Pond, Buck Pond, and of course Rainbow Lake) bordering forever wild state lands. Wildlife sanctuary to eagles, loons, blue heron, osprey, beaver, otter and several species of ducks. Enjoy some of the best fishing in the Adirondacks (bass, northern pike, walleye to name a few). Many small coves and islands allow for very intimate kayak and canoe exploring. Swimming right of the docks and private beach, and a private float rests just off the shore. Breathtaking views of the lake and gorgeous sunsets from the wrap around deck/dock and point. Loads of sunshine! Views of the lake from just about every room in the house. Horseshoe Pits on property. At night gather around the Large fire pit with chairs right on the waters edge, cook dinner over an open wood flame or just reflect on the days events.. Excellent golf courses nearby. Easy drive to hiking, numerous trails, high peaks region, Olympic venues, shopping, visitors interpretive center, and fabulous local restaurants. 25 minute drive to Lake Placid, 15 minute drive to Saranac Lake. Jotul propane stove in living room, stone fireplace in living room. Sleeps 8 comfortably. Several different bed configurations. . Fully equipped and applianced kitchen. Screened in porch. Ample parking. All linens provided. Non-smokers only.

Come enjoy the lake in the springtime and experience the lake coming alive, the wildlife, the waterfowl, and the great fishing. Take advantage of the reduced rates. Some of the best fishing is in the springtime and early summer before the summer rush comes. This is a great fisherman's getaway. If you would like to bring your own boat let us know and we can arrange for you to use our private launch. (call for details and restrictions). Come join us in the fall for the foliage, campfires and cool crisp nights.

Come enjoy a winter wonderland. There are numerous opportunities for cross country skiing right out your door step. If snowmobiling is your thing, we also have numerous trails and actually are only a couple hundred feet from a major snowmobiling trail. You can go downhill skiing at whiteface mountain or enjoy all the Olympic venues in Lake Placid. Don't forget ice fishing.

We do not accept reservations for more than two (2) weeks.
Only dogs accepted/no other pets permitted.

Property manager

John Prescott

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Add'l. Fee for ninth & tenth person. Contact owner.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Rainbow Lake

Located in Rainbow Lake, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The Waterhole and Adirondack Artists Guild are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mount Pisgah Ski Area and Dewey Mountain Recreation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rainbow Lake, NY

What's nearby

  • Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center - 10 min drive
  • Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 19 min drive
  • Bartok Cabin - 23 min drive
  • Lake Flower - 23 min drive
  • Saranac Inn Golf and Country Club - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Donnelly's Ice Cream - 12 min drive
  • Hex & Hop - 17 min drive
  • Adk Cavu Cafe - 17 min drive
  • The Shamrock Bar & Grill - 9 min drive
  • Grub's Pub & Grill - 16 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bonnie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Overall, the boat house was lovely and on the water was a plus. The outside property was well maintained. I would have liked to have a different coffee maker as the one provided was confusing and took some learning. I would also have liked elimination of fleas on the bottom of the sliding door. Finally, I would have preferred to have kayaks provided rather than having to spend hundreds of dollars more to have them provided and delivered.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view!
Lovely visit. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kay C., SPENCERPORT, NY. US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waters Edge
We stayed for two weeks and had up and down weather. A lot of rain fell over our two weeks. Never a day that was a complete wash out but close to it. The lake was beautiful and we had fun kayaking. The furniture in the living area is not very comfortable and with the rain we had to stay indoors more than we would have liked. Also doing laundry was a bit of a challenge with the stipulations. Just took longer. All in all we would stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
Great spot to enjoy the ADK's from! Despite hitting a rainy week, we were out hiking and kayaking every day, sometimes for most of the day. It is particularly nice to be able to kayak right from your house to "the outback" - that is places without motorboats, houses, etc. Spacious place with big kitchen with table and lots of spots to settle down in a comfortable spot with views of the lake. Very comfortable bed, too :).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T., Niagara Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better than expected
What a gem! The pictures really don't do it justice, Right on the water, easy access for launching kayaks, canoes or just going for a swim. The beds are so comfortable and loved the ensuite bathroom in the master bedroom. We had 8 adults and stayed for a wonderful week. Weather was good every day except 1 but Lake Placid is only 30 minutes so it's easy to escape a rainy day. Loved hearing and seeing the loons every day, so many loons!! Overall great place. Highly recomended, just wish it was a shorter drive for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by John Prescott

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Co-owners for 11 years. We lived in our sweet home for 4 years prior to a major renovation to the house itself. We took our home to a year-round rental in July, 2009 and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and learning about our yearly new and returning renters. Currently we reside year round in New Hampshire with the exception of the few weeks we enjoy at our house during the various seasons. It is our respite, our quiet, tranquil, relaxing get away from the hustle & bustle of suburban life. We love it here & we know you will too!

Why they chose this property

Quiet, peaceful private lake.

What makes this property unique

What we truly love about our home is the sunsets from our waterfront deck or walking out to our point on our 3.75 acres for conversation, a beverage, the breeze, and the sun set!
On a crisp morning, the steam arising off the lake is breath-taking.
No sunset or early morning sunrise is ever the same. The northern lights are incredible. A starry night lying on the deck to watch the shooting stars is a show in itself.
And lest we forget to mention the waterfowl, the baby ducklings in the spring, the beavers, the otters, and the incredible loons with their eerie calls. We've been fortunate enough to see a baby loon with his very protective parents; it was beautiful!!
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