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best lake house around the adirondacks for the price for sure. lots of beds, close to the water and available kayaks. coffee shop is a close walk this place is definitely one of the best air bnbs ive ever been to

I cannot recommend this camp enough! It is a beautiful camp, and super close to the Sand bar! Not to mention, it is spotless! This is a wonderful spot for a week away in the Adirondacks!

Great place. Awesome experience!

Cute, homey, close to the water, lots of little unexpected amenities!

This is a great vacation spot, especially for families. The lake is pristine and the sandbar makes it unique. The availability of kayaks, canoes, toys and floats makes the experience that much more enjoyable. The house is clean and laid out well with lots of outdoor space to enjoy, not just the lake. Perfect spot and great host!

Star Lake is magical - friendly neighbors, lots of lake fun and more stars than you can imagine. Staying at Ben’s was such a lovely weekend. There are 3 bedrooms plus a screened in porch with another bed on the top floor. My friend and I stayed here with 4 kids between us and we were very comfortable. There’s a basic grocery store up the road as well as a gas station and lots of farm stands. Beautiful hikes nearby and lazy lake days - the perfect getaway. There’s an awesome outdoor shower and a fire pit for roasting marshmallows.

Jillian and Ray’s place was perfect for our quick visit to the area. We were sorry to not have been able to enjoy all the outdoor activities they offer due to time and weather. We hope to be able to stay again and take advantage of all they have to offer. It is a beautiful spot!

This cabin is about 30 minutes from St. Lawrence University. After seeing a whole group of people who were sleeping in trailers in the parking lot, I am so glad that we decided to stay a little out of town. My only regret is that we did not spend more time at the cabin as this is a beautiful location with lots of peaceful surroundings.

This is a beautiful & peaceful place! The location is off the beaten path, but close to town. I wish I had booked for a longer stay! My dog was also a big fan!

Jill and Ray went above and beyond in making our stay a memorial experience. The cozy cabin was stocked with every amenity you could imagine and there was so many fun activities on the property. We enjoyed kayaking, cooking outside, and enjoying drinks around a fire (in the ice cold mugs so thoughtfully awaiting us in the freezer). My dogs even had a great time running around with sweet and spunky Roxy. 5 stars isn’t enough for the relaxing get away Jill and Ray made possible for us. My only complaint is that we didn’t stay longer.

My boyfriend and I spent two nights at the dragonfly for our anniversary and loved our experience. We made a fire every night (firewood provided by hosts) and were able to explore the waterfalls nearby during the day. There’s a nice market right on the Main Street in town where we were able to get some food (yummy pizza and mozzarella sticks!) and supplies. On our last day we took the paddle boat out. The water outlet, the bathrooms, and the other cabins are just a short walk away from the dragonfly cabin. It was a relaxing few days and we loved every minute of it, the cabin is so cozy and has everything you’d need for a relaxing glamping experience.

I’m already yearning yo return to Dragonfly @ Rustic Cabins. Everything was fabulous ! Great cabin, comfortable bed, super hot strong shower. I loved the outside areas and the privacy. I especially loved the battered fish and horror movie on the full moon Friday 13th. I’ll be back 3 nights was way too short!

Jillian and Ray are wonderful hosts and it’s obvious that they love having people around on their property. The cabin is lovely and very clean, you get a lot of privacy while also having access to everything around. We would come back in a heartbeat.

Amazing stay at Jillian and Ray's. We particularly enjoyed the kayaks and the rowboat. Ray even lent us his fishing rods. The cottage is rustic but we did not miss anything. Jillian and Ray were very welcoming and the communication was fast and efficient. Impeccable cleanliness. Little magic moment: Sunday morning several species of birds came to feed just in front of the cottage. Hummingbird, woodpecker, tits. It was very pleasant to watch with a good coffee (provided by the hosts :)).

We were looking for a place to ride snowmobiles from the house and this was perfect. The trail is 100' from the house. Enough parking for two trucks and trailers with room to spare. The listing is accurate and Amanda has thought of everything you may need. Fast WiFi, Roku TV, a phone charging station with all types of connectors, deer wandering through the back yard, awesome breakfast right down the road/trail at the Stone Manor, a great experience, this cabin was perfect for what we were looking for.

This house is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. It’s everything you could want for a long or short get away. Highly recommend booking with Amanda. I will absolutely come back!

Our stay was amazing. Everything you need is at this house!

Amanda’s place was perfect! Delightful find. Wonderful warm cabin in a winter wonderland. Spacious great room. Snacks, coffee and hot chocolate were a nice touch. WiFi worked perfectly and the cabin even has a charging station! Well equipped kitchen. My only regret is that we could only stay one night! A great find in the Adirondacks. We’ll be back for a longer stay sometime!

Definitely will be back! All around great experience. Thanks again!

Very nice place would definitely recommend. Would return.

Nice cabin.

This cabin is perfect! We enjoyed our stay and cannot wait to go back. The cabin is cozy and had everything that we needed. It is easy to get to. Check-in was very easy. The caretaker even had the lights and fireplace on for us. Amanda is excellent at communicating and answering questions.

Place is exactly as advertised. Peaceful and secluded, this was the perfect getaway to disconnect from society. Rich was extremely easy to work with. Kayaks and paddle board were a blast.

We had a lovely time at the Stone House over Labor Day weekend. We spent our days kayaking, cooking, relaxing and enjoying the scenery and wildlife (herons, loons, mergansers and a cormorant.) The house is well built, designed to fully utilize the space with little cubbies and storage and built ins throughout. It's rustic, a true ADK lake house, but with all the amenities you would need. The pictures accurately depict the spaces. There aren't pictures of the bathrooms but they are perfectly adequate. I especially loved the bathroom off of the twin room--super clawfoot tub! We had both sunny and rainy days during our stay and the house allowed us to enjoy both types of weather. Dock, kayaks and terrace for sunny days--porch with comfy beds for reading, and lower level game table, window seat and fireplace for rainy days. There are 2 bedrooms on the upper level--each with an attached bathroom. The sleeping porch--which can be accessed from either of these bedrooms--is lovely. I do think it's important to note that the sleeping porch counts as the 3rd bedroom and in order to exit the porch to get downstairs and/or to the bathroom, you must go through one of the 2 bedrooms. This was not an issue for us at all but it could be if you had 3 separate couples. We will be back to the Stone House, I'm certain.

We absolutely loved the house. This is the second time we came here because we couldn’t get enough of the views. It’s right on the lake.

This gorgeous little place was awesome! It was right on the water, the views were incredible. Loons visited us all day, it was so relaxing to sit outside under the shade of the house, and just enjoy the sights. The house was fully stocked so we felt right at home. I hope to return someday soon!

Great place to get away. My wife and I spent a few days at the stone house for our honeymoon in October and had a great time. The view of the sunrise was outstanding. Rich was very hospitable and very responsive.

Absolutely gorgeous beautiful home ... beautiful views, peaceful surroundings...exactly as the pictures show ... Rich is always their via a phone call to answer your questions... thank you for being a incredible host Rich .. can’t wait to go back !!!!

This is a great property that is well maintained and has everything you need. Rich is a great host and the view is GORGEOUS! Nothing beats waking up at sunrise with a cup of coffee listening to the sounds of Loons and the other wildlife. If you’re looking for time away to a peaceful place, this is exactly what you need!

Beautiful house and beautiful land, my family and I had a wonderful time, we’ll definitely be coming back!

Just got back from our stay at Treetop, and it was a wonderful time. As an intergenerational group, we really appreciated having two bedrooms on the first floor for our older family members, and plenty of bathrooms for all! The clawfoot bathtubs were a real treat. The kitchen was well-equipped with anything you might needs, and the dining room table had plenty of space for the seven of us. The community of Star Lake was warm and friendly, and the lake itself is perfect for swimming and kayaking. Great place to relax and unplug!

We had a fantastic vacation and loved the location to the sand bar. So happy we found this beautiful house last minute and Carol was amazing about being so responsive with such short notice!

Great place to stay at Star Lake, it has a great sandy beach for children along with an dock for jumping into the lake. The house is very nice , extremely well kept. Each room with its own private bathroom is awesome. We highly recommend this house as a great family vacation!!

My family and I had an absolutely wonderful time at Treetop. There was a plentiful amount of canoes, kayaks, floaties, etc. The clean and beautiful house was formerly part of an inn so each bedroom had character and was quaint with its own bathroom. Some of the doors still had room numbers on them. There was plenty of board games. My husband and I enjoyed evenings on the screened porch off of the master bedroom. The house does not face the lake but it was not a problem for us. It was a short trip to the lake. There is a fairly large area to hang out in around the fire pit. We made a lot of memories this past week. There was also a grill and outdoor picnic table. The lake was incredibly beautiful and the house sits in a small bay. We are a family of six and the house was large. We never ever felt cramped. The house was very clean and everything worked. We would rent again.

Loved the Adirondack charm and the many bathrooms. We have three children and it was a great place to stay for the week without being to cramped. Great place! I would stay here again!

Overall, our stay at Treetop Lakehouse was great. Our trip included my Dad’s funeral, so our stay was about celebrating his life and love of Star Lake - which we did quite wonderfully. My Dad actually worked at the Star Lake Inn when he was a teen. We learned that Treetop was an overflow for the inn and that made our stay even more special. The cottage location was a short walk to village amenities and parking was easy. Treetop was comfortable, VERY clean and well equipped. There are new blankets, pillows and mattress covers provided for all four full size beds. Additionally, the kitchen has recent updates including coffee maker, toaster, pot/pans/bakeware and more. A gas grill is included. We very much enjoyed our stay at Treetop Lakehouse. Thank you for sharing your family cottage with us. Cons: Only one shower/clawfoot tub combination; front porch overlooks a busy business; no lake views from cottage; dock/beach is shared with another cottage; no motorized raft; no wifi.

Comfy, rustic cabin in a beautiful woodsy setting.

Kathy went above and beyond to make sure my stay was perfect. I highly recommend this lovely home to any and all travelers.

We loved our time there! The cabin is great and the location was perfect for some real family time. We enjoyed our stay and hope to book again when we come back to the area! Thank you again Kathy!!!

Beautiful house near Sucker lake. Kathy’s house had everything you would need for a nice stay in the Adirondacks. Look forward to booking again in the future!

Great value, great location and above all great people to do business with. The cabin was stocked with everything that was needed for an enjoyable stay.

Very nice, better in person. All 3 bedrooms are equally nice and comfortable. Although if you NEED CONSTANT phone or Internet, T-Mobile was horrible in that area! BUT this was a blessing in retrospect for me. Great fire pit outside, great location and great touches inside with DVD movies, books and games! Very clean and relaxing.

This cottage was very clean, comfortable, and QUIET:)

Great place for our family of 5! We had an amazing time staying the weekend. Kathy stocked the space as of her own family would be staying. Our hi lights were no internet not tv and no cell service made for great quality family time! My 7 year old also thinks the best s’mores are made at this cabin!

The stay at the little house was amazing. Very clean and cozy. Plan on returning this summer :)

June and Justin went above and beyond to make our stay the best that it could be! Their place is sparkling clean and we had everything we needed to cook a nice dinner. The little snacks and water were so thoughtful, and they have ample knowledge of the area and gave us great advice for restaurants and things to do. They are wonderful hosts!

Ms June is a wonderful hostess. Extra little touches like complimentary snacks & waters were above and beyond our expectations. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay and will be back again. 5-stars isn’t enough. Need six stars for this stay. The house was immaculate, warm and quite cozy. Do not hesitate to book!!

The little house is much more than it looks. A small and cozy space on a private road with good privacy. The extra attention to detail was good on June’s part. Would recommend for anyone looking to have a weekend away!

The cabin was a great! The bed was very comfortable and the kitchen was very clean and has almost everything you need. The privacy was appreciated and June makes the stay a simple process and enjoyable, a place that I would recommend to anyone.

Cozy, homey, warm cabin hosted by very accommodating host! Would visit again!

Stayed at jenny’s House for 5 nights/ 6days and it was outstanding, everything we hoped for and more. We loved being able to walk out the front door to the beach with the kids everyday and being able to use the kayaks and canoe was a fantastic bonus. The view is amazing, the pictures do not do it justice. We had breakfast/coffee and dinner out on the porch everyday and soaked in the view as much as possible. And Jenny was a terrific host, very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions. It was an amazing week and I hope we can return next year!

Very nice private location beautiful clean lake great for a private getaway

Turtle Bay Chalet was more then we had expected. We had an amazing time with family & friends. The beach was perfect for the kids, and the deck over looking the lake was great for morning coffee. We will definitely be back again :)

Really enjoyed the place! Our second time staying there

Our stay in Jenny's cottage exceeded expectations. Although as described, it was more comfortable and beautifully situated than we could have hoped for. Though late in the season, the weather was perfect and the foliage beautiful. The location of Jenny's home on the lake provides a picturesque view of Star Lake. The availability of a canoe and kayaks allowed for lovely evening tours of this beautiful area. The relaxation we experienced both on the water, on the deck and in the comfortable cabin was much needed and much appreciated. We hiked every day on NYS trails near Wanakena. We are no longer mountain climbers, but found the trails to be just the immersion in the outdoors that we needed. The companionship of our two dogs enhanced the experience, both lakeside and in the woods. We were grateful that they could be with us and that they,too, had a true vacation experience from their city lives. I would highly recommend this rental and, even more so, would recommend Jenny as the ideal host.

Had a great experience working with Jenny-she responded to a million questions from me quickly and with accuracy and the property managers met all of our needs during the actual stay. LOVED this place-perfect for our family with young kids. The pictures don't do it justice-beautiful shore line and shallow swimming lake front, spacious kitchen and rooms. The cabin house has more room than I expected but we didn't need to use it. The shower is great overlooking the lake. Beds were comfy and house was very clean. Fans in the bedrooms and living room and the lake breeze kept the house a comfortable temp. We ate dinner inside and out and both were very enjoyable with views of the lake and afternoon sun and sunsets. The grill was great with propane provided. The canoe, kayaks, and paddle boat were great and there were a ton of life jackets for all of us. We had 6 adults and 5 young/infant children (3.5, 2.5, 2, 10mth, 5 mth)and there were outdoor sand toys, gates, a pack-n-play, puzzles, indoor games, play dough, crayons, and a complete dress up drawer for little girls. The playset was great to keep the kids occupied too! I had no concerns with the young kids by the water and dock as it was shallow and so safe. We enjoyed bonfires at night with the wood provided. We canoed over to the sand bar where you can get out and hang out in the shallow water and also enjoyed jumping off the floating dock. Would recommend bringing a motor so you can take the dock out on the lake! Great fishing for kids off the dock-can catch something with every cast! Grocery store and gas station are very close and its a nice 4 miles around the lake if you enjoy running. Were referred to Lampson falls and Rainbow falls for easy hikes to waterfalls and also hiked Bear mtn at Cranberry Lake state park with a beautiful view of that lake. Love this area and loved the home and lake!

Spent a wonderful two weeks kayaking on and looking at the lake, loved the time there more than I hoped! House and furnishings were comfortable, kitchen had necessary basics, good wifi, and you simply cannot beat the views or peacefulness of gliding around the lake.

This was a nice place. It had three bedrooms, one with a queen size bed, one with a full size bed, and another with a bunk bed (full/queen on bottom, twin on top). There was also a futon in the living room that folded down into a bed, plus a full-sized couch. The kitchen was well-stocked with all of the necessary utensils. The apartment was clean. We did not take advantage much of the beautiful lake setting, but this would be very nice in the summer. There was no problem checking in and out when we liked. The wifi was fast. Heat and hot water worked great. Good communication from the host.

Molly's place is a a great getaway. It's right along the lake, as the pictures show, and we had a great time. The house is old so be there are minor annoyances like not being able use the tap water for brushing but the location makes up for it. This is a great place if you are looking for a quiet getaway, far from the hustle bustle.

This place is tons of fun. We didn’t try all the boats, but had a great time with the canoe and paddle boat. The decks and screened in porch were beautiful for meals. Make sure to read all Molly’s instructions as this listing is not for those seeking a luxury vacation. This is a quaint cottage experience with everything you need in a lakeside retreat! Fire pit, grill, welcoming lake community, and easy access to Thousand Islands area, Alexandria Bay, Watertown, and Saranac Lake. We’d stay here again.

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay right in the snowmobile trail!! Will definitely use this summer too!

Perfect base camp for a weekend snowmobile trip. Plenty of space and very clean and private. Have a whole 2-3 bedroom house for the price of a single hotel room!

Super clean and great location. Was a great place to stay and will be booking again.

Everything was perfect for our weekend get away. It was very nice meeting Erin and Dave. We will be back! Thank you

Was a wonderful stay at this cabin. Cozy and comfortable. Had some board games to play and some DVDs to put on if needed, but the wifi connection was good enough to watch shows or movies via the internet. The heating was great and no issues with any plumbing either. All in all not much to complain about! Would recommend. The host, Erin also was very helpful with local tips and provided a very thorough guide. Erin (& family) even left some delicious zucchini bread for us, which was so thoughtful! :) Would definitely come again if I ever find myself back in the area for a short trip!

Perfect cabin retreat to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Me, my boyfriend, and our pup thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and plan on coming back in the summer time for more adventures. Erin has been more than accommodating and really just a gem, it was a great experience.

The pictures do not do this place justice! The home was so cozy and well furnished. A wide variety of pots, pans, silverware all provided. I will be staying here again and so will some of my close friends!

Very Clean and well stocked

A runic retreat in beautiful setting with modern amenities. Great experience!

Great!

Beautiful location, very well kept house! We loved our stay. Thank you!

A wonderful spot! Central to everything - cool inside on those hot days and really well appointed! We will definitely be back.

Wonderful cabin! Great area get away and relax. Lots of nearby hiking and swimming! Eileen and all the neighbours were very welcoming!

We had such a lovely stay and really felt like the little cabin was home while we were there. Everything was clean and comfortable and the location is a great base for visiting the area. We will be back!

This cabin had everything we needed! The kitchen is fully functioning, and great location for access to Cranberry Lake and surrounding hikes. Definitely enjoyed our stay.

This was a perfect weekend get away!! We absolutely loved The Boathouse; perfect accommodations, so many nice homey touches and amazing views. My early mornings were spent sitting on the porch over the water, sipping my coffee, watching the sunrise and listening to the loons. Seriously, this was a little piece of Heaven. Lisa was THE best host I've encounter!!! We will be back!!

Just the right place to relax. Even though there are a lot of camps nearby, the neighborhood is very quiet. Coffee at anytime day or night on the deck is great. Especially with the moon rising over the water. Our second visit this year and will be back next year!!

Awesome quiet place on a beautiful lake.

What a great place to stay! If you’re looking for a way to unplug and reconnect with those you love, this is the place!!

Great cabin floating on water Really nice place

Had a great time. Wonderful place to unwind for a couple days. Place better than described. Will stay again!!

A wonderful family retreat!

Lisa’s cottage was absolutely flawless!! Lia greeted us upon arrival with a bottle of wine and a plate of cookies that were incredible. She showed us around the property and then let us be to enjoy the absolute beauty of lake Bonaparte. She had also let us use her kayak for the weekend to explore the lake and fish. I suggest bringing all your food and necessities with you because you are not going to want to leave this place for anything!! The only time we left was to take a quick trip around to the east side of the lake to a bar/restaurant called the Bonaparte’s retreat which she recommended. Some of the nicest people you could meet and the black Betty wings were outstanding!!

This is a sweet and cozy cabin overlooking Big Moose Lake. Spectacular views of sunset from the dock, great swimming, lots of good places on the lake to paddle to, and many good hikes in the area to choose from. And —fantastic place for seeing and hearing loons. A real get-away-from-it-all peaceful, beautiful spot.

This lovely cabin and location offers the quintessential Adirondack experience: beautiful views of the lake, sunsets, and stars on clear nights. The stairs to and from the lake are a challenge but gets one right back into shape for any challenging hike to follow. The fireplace adds the perfect touch for chilly nights or mornings after a pre-breakfast swim. Thank you Richard!

We so enjoyed our stay at this lovely camp! It was clean, stylishly and comfortably appointed, in a beautiful location, with a great host. We enjoyed sunsets and fishing from the dock in good weather and reading from the cabin’s little library when it rained. If you love Big Moose Lake, or would enjoy a quiet respite in beautiful, natural surroundings, you will not go wrong with this charming camp.

The cabin is wonderfully private! Just you, the fireplace and the loons! We had beautiful weather all week- a bit early for the full color of the leaves, but it was good. Accommodations at the cabin are fine - everything you need to cook, grill and stay warm is there. Richard was very friendly and resourceful.

I was looking for a place to unwind and Richard’s place delivered. View of big moose lake from deck and dock, the sunsets and star gazing amazing. Enjoyed swims on lake big moose, canoeing and fishing. Towns near by we enjoyed food as well as a last night of summer music in inlet park, fireworks in old Forge and a beautiful cruise on Raquette Lake. Perfect place for us.

Cabin was great! Well equipped and a beautiful, secluded view. Long stairs down to dock through the woods were lovely. Separate sleeping cabin with electricity down by the water was very fun. Richard was very responsible and quick to respond to our communications. Would highly recommend! Thanks!

Great way to get away from it all and have a true Adirondack experience. Home is clean and well laid out. Dock is great for swimming, with Adirondack chairs to relax and enjoy the view. The lake is quiet-with the exception of the loons!! We fished right off the dock and caught good sized bass. Beautiful sunsets! It was great!!!

We enjoyed two weeks atRichard’s house and it was great!!!!!! We were fortunate to be blessed with great weather. We were hoping to see a lot of stars and we were not disappointed!!!!! Another great experience were the loons! I have heard loons before but never like one of the nights we were there!!!! It was amazing and we recorded the sound and sent it to friends!!!! It was a true Adirondack experience!!!! Thank you!!!!!

Very clean with many helpful amenities. The waterfront location is very scenic and quiet. The owners are very attentive and helpful and quick with communications. This is a very pleasant, nice and quiet area.

Our stay at Sandra’s lake house was a wonderful experience, we enjoyed the motor boat, canoe and kayaks. We made use of the screened in porch, the picnic table and the fire pit. The lake front and dock were relaxing and enjoyable. Every aspect of our stay was enjoyable!

Very nice place to spend a vacation with family and friends.

House is very nice, everything was perfect. Great host.

Beautiful and clean. Wonderful layout with comfortable seating. ATTN WINTER LODGERS: the general store in town was closed (for the season) which means the nearest place to get anything is over a half hour away in tupper.

This home is absolutely gorgeous! It’s beautifully furnished, tastefully decorated, equipped with modern appliances and is sparkling clean. Everything about it is warm, welcoming and convenient. My husband and I cooked a few meals, and the kitchen is well-stocked and easy to use. We enjoyed cozying up on the couch in front of the fireplace, which was prepped and ready to light. There were so many thoughtful details, from the binder stocked with current, local brochures, to the basket of spare toiletries should we have forgotten anything. Paul was quick with his responses and very accommodating. It was a fantastic stay!

We highly recommend saying here. The camp is very clean! The hosts are very accommodating and they make your stay easy and enjoyable with all the amenities. Being able to use the wood stove is warming and cozy. It's like a home away from home.

Great place and so quiet. You will not be disappointed

Amazing house in a great and quiet area. Perfect place to relax away from the city.

Absolutely recommend staying in Camp Tucked Away. The moment we walked into the cabin it smelled delicious. It was very clean and well organized. Paul and Amy are great hosts and very responsive. They provided us with the essentials such as toothbrush, paste, soap, tea, coffee, chocolate, etc and I found that to be very thoughtful. It was my first time staying in an airbnb and this experience was wonderful. Paul also provided a guidebook as to where to go and what to do around town. The cabin is as gorgeous as you see in the photos. Highly recommend staying here. Enjoy!

This lovely cottage is perfectly situated on the water in Wanakena and made for an excellent first visit to the Adirondacks. The cottage is very comfortable and the enclosed front porch was our favorite spot to relax after full days of hiking, kayaking and swimming. There is so much to do in the area and Elaine and David provided helpful tips and advice for enjoying the best outings. They are great hosts and easy to communicate with. We kayaked out to Joe Indian Island and camped overnight. But the best paddling was from Inlet to High Rock along the winding bends of the Oswegatchie River. We'd stay here again in a heartbeat!

The cottage is in an absolutely beautiful setting and couldn't be homier. David and Elaine were present and available, but not intrusive. One thing to remember, though, as I didn't realize how much a relied on phone service, is that although the cottage has wifi, in the area around Wanakena, there is no cell service (at least not with AT&T). So you have to plan ahead a little when you go out for hikes, etc. I highly recommend staying here.

David and Elaine's little cottage by the water is a wonderful getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Our stay exceeded expectations! Wanakena is a picturesque quiet little community. David and Elaine made us feel completely welcome, as did the other locals. Great swimming right off the font dock and ample canoes and kayaks to explore the area. Also amazing hikes just down the road through pristine forest. My six year old son had fun exploring the small town at night by flashlight on "toad patrol." There is also a great public beach for younger children at Cranberry Lake, just ten minutes away (with amazing food and ice-cream just across the street). Definitely also visit the Wild Center in nearby Tupper Lake. The cottage is simply.....beautiful. They have done a lot to preserve the character of this 100 year old cottage, but it is also updated enough to be very comfortable. Lovely original floors and ceilings and phenomenal enclosed open view of the water from the front porch. Lots of cross-ventilation, it never felt stuffy. It has a very open feeling to it, especially in the living room and kitchen. We had a full house, yet were very, very comfortable. Excellent kitchen stocked with whatever you may need. Elaine even was kind enough to even bring us produce from her garden. We didn't want to leave! We look forward to coming back again.

We (me, my husband, our 3 year old and 9 month old) had such a wonderful time at the cottage. Elaine and David were very helpful during our stay and even let us borrow a baby pool, pool toys, and toddler/infant life jackets. The house was in waking distance to a playground, hiking trails, and the town center. Our 3 year old really enjoyed taking the kayak across the flow to the town beach and swimming even right off the dock ( with a life jacket). During nap time my husband or I were able to sneak out for a kayak ride or hike or just relax on the screened in porch overlooking the beautiful water. We had daily ice cream at the cranberry lake manor and loved the wild center in Tupper Lake. We also really loved Coffe Fever in Star Lake. They have an amazing children's play room upstairs. The cottage is beautiful, clean, and perfect for a family. We will definitely be back!

It was a great week! The cottage was wonderful and just what we were looking for! It was truly a home away from home. The living room was great when the temperature drew us inside, but the porch was by far our favorite hang out spot! Elaine & David were great! From creating our customize welcome information packet (great idea!), to being there to answer our questions, we could not have asked for better hosts! The beautiful river was just outside our back porch door. It was an east swim across to the village beach & dock. We had unlimited access to (4) kayaks and used them every day. We would certainly book this cottage again!

Very welcoming, warm and cozy cottage. We loved it!

This was a great little cottage only a 5 minute walk from the Wanakena General Store. It was exactly as advertised in the photos and description. It's a lovely area and Elaine and David were friendly and very helpful. They made sure that we knew the best places to eat and the best hiking trails in the area and even left some muffins for us on the first day. We would definitely stay here again!

When we discovered this warm-hearted cottage last summer, we made the rental our go-to away-from-home refuge and piled up a few months of lovely Adirondack memories. Quintessential Adirondacks without touristy hype. Wanakena is a small, serene village. Grey Cottage, fixed up by old family friends, has old-school woodsy charm. From Inuit art on the walls to cozy wicker and pillows on the porch with views of Cranberry Lake, sunsets and mist rising from the water in the morning. The house, built during the Adirondack era of lumbering, has vintage wood paneling that even covers the ceilings. Porcelain bathtub is the deep, soaking kind. I came here to work on a writing project and to hang out with the family that includes two teenage boys who fished, swam and hiked around taking pictures. I went for runs along forest-shaded hiking trails that wind through bogs and streams. The general store and post office is a five-minute walk away for ice cream, blueberries for pancakes, maple syrup and balsam pillow souvenirs. The house is right on the lake edge. Water is clear and cool and makes for smooth swimming, day and night. The living room has a great flat screen for movie watching. Kitchen is so well equipped I baked muffins for breakfast, made chocolate chip cookies, guacamole and grilled chicken and hamburger dinners. The front porch, our favorite reading spot, has a good table for puzzles and another by the couch where we played Risk on rainy days. The stone dock, steps away, is perfect for sitting with a cup of coffee in the morning and watching that mist rise in wisps from the flat dawn water. The place comes with kayaks for paddling around the lake. We went out to the nearby shallow water and farther to the dock at the Pine Cone restaurant where the burgers are big and the fish fry good and crisp. Go farther, beyond the cottage-dotted shores of the wider lake, over to the narrow neck with rope swing where the boys had a blast splashing into the water. On the other side of the narrows there’s a ranger school and wilderness with spots for pulling in at a wooded beach and tying up at a dock for a hike to see a giant old tree. At night, there’s no light pollution obscuring the stars. We took long walks, roasted marshmallows at the fire pit and thought about coming back again.

The house on Star Lake was an absolute dream. We spent a week there with family (and a few small kiddos) and there were activities to be enjoyed by all - canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, floating, swimming, hiking.. or taking cat naps on the porch with a good book. The lake access was perfect for small kids - a wading area that made it safe and comfortable for everyone to enjoy. We enjoyed long days outside, home-cooked meals around the table (that comfortably seated 12!), and quiet evenings on the porch listening to the loon calls. Check-in and check-out were seamless and the house was stocked with everything we could possibly need - towels, bathroom supplies, kitchen utensils, outdoor grill, fire pit - and so much more. We are already trying to figure out how we can get back!

Everything about the house was more than we expected. The wrap around porch was fantastic for the large family get together and the lakefront was spectacular morning, afternoon and night. We thoroughly enjoyed using the kayaks, stand up paddle boards, canoe and peddleboat and had a blast meeting on the sandbar and swimming in the lake. The kitchen was well equipped to handle a large group and the big barbeque grill held all the food without a problem. Having the store just across the street was very handy and their pizza was a nice treat for the night we didn't want to cook. We used the carriage house a few nights and multiple people took naps and slept overnight in the lean to with the awesome lakeside location. We had bonfires and appreciated the comfortable seating and plentiful amount of wood for burning. Everyone caught fish after fish and the boathouse and dock made a terrific place for the little kids to fish safely and catch little fish each time they dropped their hook. The furnishings were lovely and comfortable with lots of room for our large family. On the warm days, we loved opening the doors to the porch and letting the cool breeze blow through the house. The one evening it was a bit chilly, the house warmed up perfectly and everyone was comfortable tucked in around the large dining room table playing games. I could go on and on but suffice it to say, I would recommend this house to everyone. It was a perfect week in a perfect setting.

This lake house is such a wonderful get away. It has everything you need and if you forget anything, there is a grocery store right across the street. It is decorated so nice and the screened in porch is perfect for keeping the bugs out while still being able to appreciate the beautiful view!

Very nice getaway. Beautiful house.

This was such a wonderful place to stay. We could not have been more pleased. This place exceeded our expectations. The rooms were all so nice, clean and filled will beautiful things. Everything worked great, the kitchen was fully stocked with any gadget we needed! The screened in porch was wonderful! It is such a relaxing place and the scenery is just beautiful! We would definitely stay here again!

Beautiful location with lots of comfortable spaces for a large family reunion. We all wished we could have stayed longer to enjoy the boats, fire pit and lovely screened in porch. This place is your Adirondack lake fantasy come to life!

The place was amazing! A large group of adults spent a sub-zero New Year’s Eve weekend at the house. The cold limited our outside activities but we were able to have an awesome weekend indoors. We kept warm next to one of the two fireplaces, played games around the large dining room table, and had plenty of quiet corners to read books. Even with 12 adults the house never felt cramped.

Absolutely amazing house on a beautiful lake. I highly recommend staying here. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay !

We had a very nice Adirondack experience.

More then we expected for an off the grid stay. Comfy bed, cute breakfast nook and great little stove to make your essential foods. Wonderful communication from the hosts to make sure you arrived safe and didn’t get lost. Would love to come back in the fall and enjoy another long weekend! If you love the quiet simplicity of the woods with a few essentials this is the place. Feels like your the only people in the world in a warm way.

Always a perfect experience

This place is so amazing, your own personal slice of heaven on earth. That you almost don’t want to write a review and “share” this secret place with others. Hahaha. But that wouldn’t be fair to Rick & Maria who have put so much time and effort into making the King Pines a magical place. Our son loves playing in the sand, and we enjoyed bonfires nightly. The balconies are peaceful and you feel like you’re in a tree house. We will be returning, I can’t wait.

Everything we were looking for

Beautiful spot and great hosts!

This home exceeded any expectations we had coming up. We arrived and we realized the pictures don’t do justice. Richard and Maria were amazing hosts. Gave us full reign of the property, we were able to use their kayaks and canoe for the local water areas that they also explained in depth with hand drawn maps. The cabin was very clean and we felt right at home. So much character and many quirks being built by hand themselves! This is the perfect balance between living off the grid while still having the amenities you need. Wonderful stay, we will definitely be back!

5 stars across the board. Myself and my friends really enjoyed staying here! Super relaxing and a beautiful property, thanks for the memories!

This cabin is located really far off the beaten path, but the distance is absolutely worth the stay. The views on the lake: breathtaking at dawn! The cozy feel and features make you feel like you are "roughing it" but not terribly so, and thankfully it doesn't swing the other extreme to "glamping". Here you can commune comfortably with nature and still enjoy a cup of coffee and an eazy chair while reading a book or tossing your fishing line into the pristine waters. Charles is a great host who gives detailed instructions on how to use the amenities; everything works like a champ, but maybe not all at the same time lol. 5 Stars!

A cozy stay on beautiful Trout Lake! The view of the beautiful lake from the charming screened-in deck was spectacular to wake up to every morning. This place is very spacious, was clean upon arrival and you simply cannot beat the quiet, serene location! We will certainly be back again next year! Thank you Charles!

Thank you for allowing us to stay at your place. Great view and peaceful serenity. A++++ Host.

Perfect spot to relax and unwind. This location and home is the ideal place if you are looking to disconnect from the your busy everyday life and reconnect with family, yourself, nature. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The screened in porch is huge and we ate all of our meals out there. The place was spotless and Charles was a great host. We hope we are able to come back again next year.

Charming spot. Plenty of room and we had the use of kayaks, canoe, paddle boat which was so nice. Plenty of room and pet friendly which was so nice for us. Charles was quick with responses and suggestions.

Very nice and quiet. Great for fishing and relaxing.

I would recommend this retreat anytime.plenty to do, everything you could need and an attentive host

This was our second year at Charles' cottage. We loved it! It is a quiet relaxing place situated right on the lake. The cottage is a great size with everything you need. The use of the paddle boat and kayaks was a big hit for the kids. The fishing was great on the lake as well. The cottage is the perfect place for relaxation and being able to unwind. I highly recommend the cottage and Charles has a great place!!

Great location. Great weekend!

Had a wonderful stay at the Big Moose Inn. Mark and Susan are terrific, and the place is beautiful. Classic ADK hotel with everything you would expect and more. A friendly atmosphere with everything you need. Off the beaten path but not remote. Great restaurant! Satisfying Continental breakfast with as much as you like. Fire pit outside with comfortable chairs. Kayaks, porch dining, fantastic view. I'll definitely be back.

Beautiful spot . View of the lake incredible. Lots of touches like a fire outside at night . Very good food! We recommend!

Wonderful hospitality.

Amazing place to stay, right on the water and super close to Eagle Bay and Old Forge

Beautiful location! Great hosts! Very clean! They are on top of the game and always willing to help!

Thank you for the upgrade to the Lake view room and the offer to let us stay and swim a little longer before check out on our quiet weekday getaway. Greatly enjoyed the historic lodge atmosphere, and the loon song!!!! Only wish we could have stayed longer. We’ll be back :)

The Big Moose Inn is a wonderful hotel in a beautiful location. Perfectly located close to old forge and inlet New York it is easy to go hiking, shopping or swimming in the Adirondack park. Our room was on the third floor of the Inn, was spacious and clean. With no AC our room was a little warm by the end of the August day but with the windows open an evening lake breeze eventually cooled it down to a comfortable sleeping temperature. Our dinner at the restaurant located within the Inn was exceptional and should be visited by anyone staying at or near the hotel. The service at the front desk, restaurant and bar was quick and friendly.

Dora's place was very clean and comfortable. And she was very nice and helpful. I would stay there again.

My son and I had a fantastic stay. The house is in the middle of a beautiful 230 acre land. It is very enjoyable to witness the self-sufficient lifestyle Dora and her husband have created there; and they are the perfect hosts. I will be looking for reasons to go back.

Beautiful location and they make you feel like family! Dora was so welcoming and friendly. Her place super clean and check in was so easy. Would definitely stay again if we were back in the area!

Super accommodating and very friendly. They had no problem with us showing up at midnight and we’re more than happy to see us.

We had a great stay at the Backwoods retreat. Dora was super helpful and accommodating. Thanks Dora!

Dora was an amazing host and so incredibly sweet! Her house is clean and very quiet. She welcomed my large dog in with no issues, which was amazing!

This is an amazing getaway! The owners are extremely generous and helpful! Definitely recommend and will be staying again eventually!

like a 5 star hotel with great hospitality

Best place I've ever stayed!

Marcia's place is WONDERFUL. It has absolutely everything you could want. We arrived very late at night and it was a perfect treat to find it easy to get to, food in the fridge for our first morning there, muffins on the counter. This is everything you could need- BEST stay and a great value. We will certainly be coming back!!!

Roomy, peaceful and many nice touches including milk, juice, breakfast items, and a full kitchen.

This place is very welcoming. I regret not being able to spend time there relaxing.

The service was amazing and the residence far outmatched expectations

Perfect location, fantastic hosts, and cozy atmosphere

I hope to visit often for many years to come, great jumping off spot for ADK adventures , and perfectly relaxing if you want to stay put and watch the river flow by.

This is a great getaway in the Adirondack region. The cabins are great for a couple or a family. The cabin has everything you need and is next to a beautiful river where you can swim, kayak, fish, or take a boat. Great hosts in a lovely spot - would definitely come back!

Such an awesome weekend trip here. The River Rat was the perfect getaway for my boyfriend, our dog and I. We loved hanging around the cabin, going on a kayak and playing the yard games they had available. The place is very clean and has everything that you’ll need to be comfortable. Make sure to read the book inside the cabin with suggestions of things to do around the area from other travelers. We got lots of great tips.

Can’t say enough good things about Jillian and Ray and the little oasis they’ve created. This is our second time staying here and it won’t be our last. They’ve thought of everything and the place is so great, with tons of things to do. Thank guys and shoutout to Roxy!

Jillian and Ray's property and cabins are so special! This was our second stay--this time using both cabins for our family. We had a great time kayaking and using their paddle boat before dinner. It was just as relaxing, peaceful and private as we remember from our previous visit. We appreciate the sparkling clean bathrooms and quiet cabins to rest. Thank you for your hospitality!

Exceptional! William and Ray are so welcoming !! The cottage was perfectly clean and located in a beautiful setting near the lake ... superb !!!

Beautiful, peaceful location along the river. Hosts are friendly and welcoming and have kayaks for your use and other outdoor game activities. Outdoor movie night was fun. Cabins are rustic but comfortable and well equipped, including a grill,picnic table and fire pit. We plan to return.

The views are absolutely breathtaking. The kitchen is fully equipped. We would definitely stay again.

S’more Fun Camp was the perfect fit for our two families. Four adults and four kids had fun and made great memories. The location was great. We did have a question for Ken and reached out to him and he responded immediately and we were so grateful. Definitely give this cabin a try!

This house was perfect for a serene getaway with our friends. The screened in porch was perfect for enjoying the early fall air without the bugs, and the house was a short walk away from Big Moose Lake. We had access to the dock and grassy area where the boys could fish and my girlfriends and I could sit and chat. All in all, I loved it. It was such a great end to our summer.

We really enjoyed our stay at Smore Fun . The cabin was clean and well maintained. There were 6 of us but the cabin can sleep 9 people. The pictures are accurate in showing the property. The enclosed back porch is very nice and would be wonderful for a family gathering. We were not disappointed with our stay.

Awesome location. We enjoyed boating and swimming in big moose lake. Hiking at several trails nearby. Campfires outside.

Super cute cabin in a nice relaxing environment.

A perfect ADK cabin with more space than you'd expect! Views of Big Moose Lake just out the front door. We were pleasantly surprised by a great bar/restaurant The Glenmore at the end of the road. Stop in and enjoy an amazing view of the lake and let the littles use up some energy on the play area outside

This cabin is very comfortable and welcoming. My group and I had a wonderful stay. Definitely recommend 👌

This was the perfect location for a long weekend getaway! My family loved it and found it convenient to the adk wilderness we love.

Dynamite view on a quiet lake. The cabin is well equipped with kitchen appliances, pots, pans, dishes, and so forth. The decks are terrific too!

We had a fantastic stay. Everything from reserving, adding another night, to any questions, the hosts were kind and quick. This cottage is super cozy, the bathroom is amazing and we were all comfortable. The view is amazing, the grill was wonderful and the fire pit was an added bonus. You wont go wrong staying here!

Absolutely beautiful place for our wedding ceremony❤️

My friends and I stayed for 2 nights and the cabin was perfect. We loved eating our meals on the large deck and loved swimming in the lake. The cabin was very clean and the bathroom was nice and updated.

Fantastic place! We had a great time relaxing in the water and eating meals on the deck overlooking the water. The house was super clean and adorable. The hosts were VERY responsive when I had questions. Definitely recommend!

Great place to stay.

Beautiful spot overlooking the lake!

Adorable place that makes you feel at home. Spacious cabin with an adorable loft. The porch and the view make it worth every penny!