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Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Popular LocationMountain Creek Ski Resort8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMountain Creek Waterpark10 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrystal Springs Golf Resort18 min drive
  • AirportNewark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.)64 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!

The quaint, lake town cottage is just a few short minutes from several private community beaches and sits on a quiet lot off the main country road.

The house was originally put up as a single room summer escape. In 2021, we finished a complete gut renovation. The finished house was recently featured in Dwell magazine.

We've provided modern luxuries for our oasis in the woods while maintaining its quaint feeling!

Summer Guests enjoy several beaches with lake access in the community. Guests can have access for a small fee required by the HOA. Surrounded by forest, there is plenty of hiking in the area as well.

Winter guests enjoy lots of skiing & tube activities nearby:

6 min - Winter 4 Kids
10 min - Mountain Creek Resort
20 min - Mount Peter
32 min - High Point Cross Country Ski

Property manager

Douglas Segulja

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets must be pre-approved.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Contemporary Cottage Less Than an Hour From Nyc! Highland Lakes

About the neighborhood

Highland Lakes

Located in Highland Lakes, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mountain Creek Waterpark is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Mountain Creek Ski Resort and Crystal Springs Golf Resort are worth checking out. Traveling with kids? Consider Franklin Mineral Museum, or check out an event or a game at Zoom Ziplines. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Highland Lakes Beach 7 - 6 min drive
  • Mountain Creek Ski Resort - 8 min drive
  • Mountain Creek Waterpark - 10 min drive
  • South Peak Express - 12 min drive
  • Crystal Springs Golf Resort - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Boonton Station - 39 min drive
  • Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • Crystal Springs Country Club - 18 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 29 min drive
  • Pizza Station - 8 min drive
  • Kites Restaurant - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC! located?

This family-friendly Highland Lakes vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Wawayanda State Park and Lake Wanda. Highland Lakes Beach 2 and Highland Lakes Beach 1 are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Near our family in NJ. Close to the city, very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara F., Montclair, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value, location, style and host!
A group of five ladies rented the cottage for a girls' weekend and I don't know why anyone would pay crazy $$$ to stay at one of the big nearby resorts and eat out when you can stay here, spread out comfortably, and do everything the area has to offer. We had spa treatments at Crystal Springs and visited wineries in the Warwick Valley during the day and came back to the cottage to relax in front of the fireplace in the evenings. If you're someone who cares about interior design--I do--the cottage is designed nicely and layed out well. With five adults we had to share rooms but everyone had her own bed, and two full bathrooms was plenty. The kitchen had enough dishware and cookware to meet all our needs and a huge table for dining and playing games. The host, Doug, was so friendly and communicative, I'm only sorry we didn't get to meet so I could thank him in person for sharing his lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Analia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This is our second summer returning to this lovely home in Highland Lakes. It’s perfect for us. My son, his wife and one year old and my daughter and her two year old, and us the parents/grandparents. We cooked in, ate out, participated in the clubhouse activities and went to the lake almost everyday. We can’t wait to return again. Communication is great, home is well kept and modern, and it’s not far from the city - so the drive back and forth is easy, if you need to.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandie L., Ludington

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
A Very nice and comfortable play to stay away from home. Very well appointed and close enough to the city to make trips in effortlessly. Would definitely come back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend getaway
The house was cozy and perfect for a family winter weekend getaway in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views!
My husband and I enjoyed staying at this property. The owner was very responsive, the kitchen well-stocked, the view outside the back was lovely. Whoever remodeled this home really knew how to use natural light. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highland Lakes Trip
Nice house very clean and modern.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marina E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect summer getaway!
Amazingly clean and modern house in perfect neibourhood with few beaches and very warm and clean lakes. We stayed second summer already, my children asked to come again:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Great host
Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

mihai alin d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a quick gateway
Left the city during the recent snow storm to enjoy some skiing at Mountain Creek. Doug was very accommodating and communication was great. The house is located conveniently and has all the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. Will definitely revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022