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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 669.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alexandria Bay, NY
  • Scenic View Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Boldt Castle
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Heart Island
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Alexandria Bay, NY (AXB-Maxson Airfield)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Ledges Resort and Marina, Shipwatch

The Shipwatch Cottage is a beautiful two bedroom cottage with a stone fireplace overlooking the river. Each bedroom has a queen size bed. There is a queen size pull out sofa with a memory foam mattress in the living room.. It has a full kitchen with a refrigerator/freezer, farmhouse apron sink, range, dishwasher, coffee maker, tea kettle, and microwave. There is a 39" HDTV with Directv satellite television.
On the outdoor deck there is a grill and dining table with chairs to enjoy summer grilling. There is a firepit with Adirondack chairs for enjoying s'mores with the family.
Luxury shampoo, conditioner, and hand soap are provided by Beekman 1802. The beds are made with fresh linens. Bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths are also provided.
Everything is prepped and ready to make your vacation relaxing and comfortable. Just bring yourself!
- Welcome to The Ledges Resort & Marina! We are located directly on the St. Lawrence River across from Boldt Castle. We have views of the castle, Sunken Rock Lighthouse, and the main shipping channel. We have decks, docks, hammocks, and gazebos across our six-acre property. There are so many great places to relax, read a book, walk, or go fishing. We have a beautiful newly renovated in-ground pool. There are outdoor fire-pits where you can warm up under the stars. We even provide the firewood! There are plenty of open lawn areas to play catch, lawn games, or just take a walk.
The Ledges offers a peaceful getaway with six acres of landscaped grounds along the water. While the grounds provide privacy and lots of space, we are not in a remote location. It’s a quick and easy walk downtown Alexandria Bay. We are close to all of the attractions. At the Ledges you have the best of both worlds, relaxation and convenience!

* IMPORTANT NOTE: Dogs are allowed. There is a $35 PER NIGHT/PER PET fee. Adding pets to your reservation through VRBO does not add the pet fee automatically. The pet fee will be billed separately from the original reservation. Pets must be leashed at all times, cleaned up after, and kept off furniture.

Boat dockage is available with a reservation for $2 per foot/per night. PWC dockage is $20 per night. We also have boat rentals and cruises available on site.

Property manager

Nick & Amy Schaefer
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Alexandria Bay

Located in Alexandria Bay, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cornwall Brothers Museum and The Clayton Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts and Thousand Islands Winery. Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store and Gananoque Boat Line are also worth visiting.
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Alexandria Bay, NY

What's nearby

  • Scenic View Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Thousand Islands Winery - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • St. Lawrence Islands National Park - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Boldt Castle - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Heart Island - 22 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 33 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪JK's Roadhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boldt Castle Food Concession - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Thousand Islands Winery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jreck Subs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Northstar Family Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ledges Resort and Marina, Shipwatch have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Ledges Resort and Marina, Shipwatch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ledges Resort and Marina, Shipwatch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ledges Resort and Marina, Shipwatch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ledges Resort and Marina, Shipwatch located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Saint Lawrence River, Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store and Cornwall Brothers Museum. River Hospital and Scenic View Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tracy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Day trip with the family

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A wonderful place by the water to stay with the family. The kids loved it and we will return for sure in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay!

The property is well cared for with special touches to make you feel right at home. Many amenities makes it easy to come and stay without having to pack alot of extra things. The fire pit was stocked with wood and we noticed that it was replenished. We will definitely return again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Time

We had a wonderful time with Family at the Ledges. Everything was Perfect. Well supplied cottage, clean and comfortable, wood and starter kindling for fit pit and right next door to our fishing charter "Reel Commander". We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

The cottage was clean, had a well-stocked kitchen, and the property/grounds were inviting and decorated so nicely for fall. It was easy to take our Golden Retriever outside to do his business. The firepits are such a nice addition! I can imagine coming back in the summer when the pool is open.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B., UNADILLA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Beautiful, clean, modern cottage. Breathtaking views. Hosts kept us in loop for checking in early, boat and jetski docking, pictures of where turn on water to dock at cottage, easy check out. Nightly fire wood provided for fires. Peaceful grounds. A true gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway!

Absolutely loved the place and location. Quiet but not too quiet. I was so impressed by how lovely the grounds were. So well taken care of and filled with photo opportunities! Being able to have our dog with us was very appreciated otherwise we would not have come. The owners (managers) not sure which They were, were very quick to answer any questions we had. My only suggestions would be for a grab bar in the shower so it would truly be handicap accessible and a larger bed in the master. Not sure if it was a queen but a king would have been fabulous. Will definitely be back!!! Thanks so much
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alba P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such Care!

I already submitted my review under the same title, Such Care! Please dio not ask me to review it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location, beautiful property

My husband and I had a great time, the property is at a fantastic location overlooking Boldt Castle. Each cottage has its own fire pit with firewood provided. The property was very clean, virtual check in was easy and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ledges - Shipwatch

Great place to stay. Cabins were very clean and modern. Grounds are kept up well. Location is excellent and only 2 minutes from downtown Alexandria Bay. Communication with owners was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place!

I will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Phyllis G.

A great getaway

We stayed at The Shipwatch for the weekend. Nick and Amy have lovingly created a charming, cozy place by the water in Alexandria Bay. The cottage is so sweet, with all the necessities. The two rooms are sufficient, comfortable queen size bed in each room. The living room and kitchen are not large, but if the weather has been nicer, we would have been outside roaming the beautiful outdoor space with Adirondack chairs, fire pits, and gazebo. Nice touches, such as rain shower, good coffee, cute dishes, nice linens, etc. A lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Great place on the water.

Ledges was convenient with a boat dock in front of the house. Very clean and the property well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angela C., Montclair New Jersey

Great place to stay!

Beautiful cottage. Great design and comfortable for the whole family. Kids loved the pool!

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

Relaxing getaway for a special milestone birthday .

I booked the Shipwatch cabin and was not disappointed . The cabin was decorated beautifully with all the amenities and was very comfortable .I especially loved the rain head shower arm in the bathroom which was a very nice touch and gave me the most relaxing shower. I now have to buy one for my bath... Loved the Adirondack chairs surrounding the Fire Pit ,and thought it was great that fresh wood was provided to make a very nice fire as well.. Also, loved the outdoor pool , and the gazebos on the premises .My guests and I enjoyed the property very much and would love to go back . We couldn't ask for a better weekend. A big thank you to Ainsley for helping me with the TV, and the owners for doing a great job maintaining the property . Cindy T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Misty B.

Chillin by the river

Perfect blend of close to town while still a million miles away! Nicely maintained property with lots of room to roam, firewood delivered nightly to use in your own personal fire pit. The young couple who owned and maintain the grounds make themselves very available for any problems or questions. Our cabin was very cutely decorated and kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Genesis C.

Relaxing stay-helpful staff!!!

It’s the perfect relaxing stay! The pool was so enjoyable! The fire pit was always fully stocked by the staff, which was a pleasant surprise! Anytime we needed anything, help came within 5 minutes! Clean, beautiful house and location! Thank you so much for a fabulous experience! We cannot wait to come again!

8/10 Good

Shawn M.

Incredible !!

We were treated with care and respect by everyone there. The scenery and accommodations on the grounds were perfect. Clean , spacious , and relaxing. Look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

A pleasant surprise

Beautiful clean property. We were supposed to stay in Boathouse 3, but due to circumstances beyond the owners control (Mother Nature decided to flood the river this Spring), we were upgraded to Shipwatch cottage. Cannot say we were dissapointed in any way. We were met by a worker on our arrival who took us to the cottage. Sorry we can't remember her name, but she was extremely pleasant and offered a lot of information about the area. The overall property is clean and well kept, some of the views of Boldt Castle in the evening are spectacular. We met Nick and Amy who are very nice. Nick even came around and put the AC units back in because of the warmer weather for the weekend (much appreciated). We are already planning on returning next year. Thank you for your hospitality. Dave & Lori D
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

Summer Getaway

Nick and Amy were very accommodating last minute reservations for our family. We have young kids and they were entertained with plenty to do between the pool and fires while on the grounds. The cottage was clean and up to date with plenty of space for everyone. We will definitely be back.

About the host

Hosted by Nick & Amy Schaefer

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The Ledges Resort & Marina started with my grandparents Nicholas J Schaefer and his wife Amy. They purchased the property in 1961 and made it their home. In 1963 they built a motel and named it The Ledges. They also opened a German restaurant on the property named The Old World Inn. They closed the restaurant 1982, but continued with the motel. In later years the motel was managed by my parents, Jerome and Deborah Schaefer. They expanded into the marina and cottage rental business. In 2013 after 50 years in business we made a decision as a family to close the business and tear down the motel.

In 2014 my wife and I purchased the property from my parents. We remodeled the old buildings and built brand new cottages from the ground up. We re-opened to guests in the spring of 2015. I was named after my grandfather, Nicholas, and it just so happens that my wife’s name is Amy. So, once again Nick & Amy are your hosts at the Ledges!

Why they chose this property

Located in the Heart of the 1000 Islands!

Languages:

English

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