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A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by dense trees and a clear view of the water. - Relaxing Island Getaway (AuSable Forks)
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a plaid sofa, a television on a stand, and a dining table with chairs. - Relaxing Island Getaway (AuSable Forks)
A deck with a table and chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by greenery and hills. - Relaxing Island Getaway (AuSable Forks)
A wooden cabin interior with a loft bed, a small table, and a bookshelf. - Relaxing Island Getaway (AuSable Forks)
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden floor, a fireplace, a sofa, a red armchair, and a small table. - Relaxing Island Getaway (AuSable Forks)
Relaxing Island Getaway provides a firepit and more. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like boating and kayaking at this cottage.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 779 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

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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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Au Sable Forks, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Macomb Reservation State Park and Chazy Highlands Wild Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Tahawus Cultural Center and Santa's Workshop. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing. Visit our Au Sable Forks travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A multi-tiered waterfall cascading through a rocky gorge surrounded by autumn foliage.
    Ausable Chasm
    30 min drive - 35.1 km
  • A skier in a forested area with snow-covered trees and a clear sky.
    Whiteface Mountain
    31 min drive - 27.5 km
  • A calm lake reflecting a sunset with mountains in the background and a town with buildings along the shore.
    Mirror Lake
    41 min drive - 44.5 km
  • A large convention center with a prominent dome roof and multiple flags.
    Olympic Center
    42 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Fern Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Fan House
    24 min drive
  • Stewart's Shops
    11 min drive
  • River Goose Cafe
    11 min drive
  • The Fancy Cake Box
    11 min drive
  • Guti's Pizza
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Island Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Island Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Island Getaway?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Island Getaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Fern Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Larry Ryan Mountain and Black Brook Town Hall. Tahawus Cultural Center and Ausable Forks Free Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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