House in AuSable Forks, NY

Relaxing Island Getaway

Relaxing Island Getaway

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Overview of Relaxing Island Getaway

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 779 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view
  • Barbecue grill

Check out the area

AuSable Forks, NY
  • Popular LocationSolar Eclipse 20241 min walk
  • Popular LocationFern Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationRiver Stone Wellness22 min drive
  • AirportSaranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Relaxing Island Getaway

Set on beautiful Fern Lake with amazing views of the Adirondack Mountains, this vacation cottage is the only one on a private 1.5 acre island located about 800 feet from shore. The rental Includes use of the island, cottage, boats, and mainland driveway with lake access and boat launching capability. A rowboat with electric motor, canoe, and three kayaks are available for transportation to the island and recreation.

Sleeps 7 comfortably with 3 double beds, 1 single bed. Wood stove, electric oven/stove, microwave, refrigerator, running lake water, bottled drinking water required, kitchen sink, bathroom sink, very clean outhouse toilets (2), indoor toilet for emergency only, tub/shower, bedroom sink, outdoor gas grill, outdoor fire pit.

Bring your own towels and bedding or sleeping bags. Take food and garbage out with you or to nearby transfer station or place in garbage bin on shore for $7. No smoking inside cabin. Please leave place clean like you found it.

Weekly rentals are available (7 nights). Minimum 3 night stay.

Cats unfortunately are not allowed due to allergies, but dogs are welcome.

Our 7 person limit is to help preserve the facilities, the island's habitat, and it's infrastructure. For any special requests regarding group size, please contact us directly.

Activities allowed on Fern Lake and Nearby Attractions:
Kayaking, canoeing, sailing, motor boating, skiing, tubing, fishing, swimming, hiking, relaxing, High Peaks nearby, Ausable Chasm 30 minutes away, Whiteface Mountain 20 minutes away, Lake Placid and shopping 30 minutes away, Plattsburgh 30 minutes away, Canada 45 minutes away, Montreal 1 hr 30 minutes away.

Property manager

Steve

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bring your own towels and bedding or sleeping bags. Take food and garbage with you, to transfer station, or place in bin for garbage pickup for $7.
No smoking in cabin. Respect neighbors on the lake by limiting noise after 11 p.m. Please leave place clean like you found it.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Au Sable Forks

Located in Au Sable Forks, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Macomb Reservation State Park and Fern Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Solar Eclipse April 8th 2024 and Santa's Workshop. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.

What's nearby

  • Solar Eclipse 2024 - 1 min walk
  • Fern Lake - 1 min walk
  • River Stone Wellness - 22 min drive
  • Wilmington Town Beach - 23 min drive
  • Santa's Workshop - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Kent Station - 35 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • 20 Main - 12 min drive
  • Mad River Pizza - 12 min drive
  • The River Goose Cafe - 11 min drive
  • 20 Main Tavern - 11 min drive
  • M & M Diner - 11 min drive

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Island Getaway
My family had a fabulous stay at this cozy camp, which was exactly as advertised! Steve was very communicative and answered my questions before I even asked! The island was amazing! We spent time on the various docks, swimming and kayaking. Watching the loons, an eagle, a beaver, and chipmunks was so much fun. The water was clean and clear and refreshing. The fire pit was a hit as well! The camp had everything we needed! The beds were comfortable, and the tv and dvd player and board games came in handy on rainy days. The outhouses were clean and well lit. The use of the Whaler made our comings and goings very enjoyable. It was reliable and had plenty of room for us and our stuff. Lastly, I highly recommend this camp for the location. It’s close to so many wonderful hiking trails and Lake Placid.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Homer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unplugged
We loved the privacy, the quiet, the ability for our dog to roam off leash, the ease of swimming and boating, the cheerily lit pathways, the cozy cottage. It was just what we'd hoped for.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Eric V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Unique Stay
What a special place. It's not every day that you need to take a boat to get from the car to your rental. The only thing to keep in mind is that the pontoon is not included.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect , secluded getaway
Place was awesome! Very peaceful and serene. Enjoyed swimming right off the deck, boating fishing etc. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Away from the grind!!
This is the perfect place to unwind from all of life's craziness. Superior communication from owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Steve

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This island has been in the family since 1983 and we have protected and cherished this place since then. In 2018 we expanded parts of the island to incorporate a wedding venue which has now added to the island an additional lakefront viewing platform, a large 30x50 ft open area for tenting or outdoor games, a scenic fire pit area, beautiful string lights throughout the island, and an additional luxurious outhouse with outdoor sink. Soon we hope to also have an outdoor shower installed.

Why they chose this property

A unique opportunity to enjoy a relaxing experience on an island

What makes this property unique

You have the entire 1.5 acre island to yourself with the sounds of loons, beavers, and bull frogs, the sites of bald eagles in the trees above, loons swimming in front, ducks doing their thing, beavers swimming and flapping their tails and various fish all over. The serenity of no adjacent neighbors and the gorgeous site of the rising sun is also a unique feeling.

Languages:

English
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