Gorgeous 6 BR House on the Water

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Exceptional

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Wellesley Island, NY

Boldt Yacht House
3 min drive
Boldt Castle
3 min drive
Heart Island
3 min drive
Alexandria Bay, NY (AXB-Maxson Airfield)
21 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This gorgeous six bedroom cottage is in Westminster Park on Wellesley Island in the Thousand Islands. As one of the larger islands, Wellesley Island is accessible by car.

The house is on one acre, has six bedrooms, two full bathrooms, two large living rooms and an enormous (about 50 feet long) beautiful screened-in porch, which also wraps around the side of the house. The house overlooks the water and is across from Boldt Castle (see photo). There is a small beach in front of the house, a boat house, and dock. The property is in a bay and therefore is great for swimming, fishing, and boating. Alexandria Bay is on the other side of Boldt Castle and an easy trip (five to ten minutes by boat or 15-20 minutes by car).

The kitchen and one bathroom have been significantly upgraded recently. The entire house has also been rewired for safety and convenience.

The house has six bedrooms: One bedroom has a queen, one has a full, one has a king (which could be divided into two singles), two bedrooms each have two single beds in them; and one bedroom has three single beds. Around the corner on the 50-foot long porch is another full sized bed.

The house is also about one mile from the TI Country Club, a beautiful club with 36 holes of great golf, a restaurant, a pool, tennis courts and a reputation for 1000 Islands hospitality that goes back over a hundred years.

Please note that our local manager can provide linens (sheets and bath towels) for a cost of $225. If you are interested, let me know after booking. You will pay her directly for this service.

The dog/fee is $300/dog/stay.

I DO NOT RENT THIS HOUSE THROUGH CRAIGSLIST. DON'T BE SCAMMED!

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Property manager

Randy Neppl

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 9:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Fabulous place for kids!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

We charge a nonrefundable $300/dog.

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Wellesley Island

Located in Wellesley Island, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Boldt Yacht House and Rock Island Lighthouse State Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts and Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wellesley Island, NY

What's nearby

Boldt Castle - 3 min drive
Heart Island - 3 min drive
1000 Islands Tower - 15 min drive
St. Lawrence Islands National Park - 17 min drive
Scenic View Park - 20 min drive

Getting around

Gananoque Station - 32 min drive
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rapid Valley Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
‪JK's Roadhouse - ‬23 min drive
‪Jreck Subs - ‬20 min drive
‪Thousand Islands Winery - ‬13 min drive
‪Boldt Castle Food Concession - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous 6 BR House on the Water pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Gorgeous 6 BR House on the Water ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous 6 BR House on the Water ?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Gorgeous 6 BR House on the Water located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Saint Lawrence River and Boldt Castle. Mary Island State Park and Boldt Yacht House are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

1 Aug 2024

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

Great time

Accommodations are as advertised. Old classic lake house furnished with classic furniture from the era that it was built. Very retro but still comfortable. Large screened porch was our favorite. Awesome views.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

26 June 2023

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

Fishing trip

Had a great stay. The place is like stepping back to 1950 except with modern appliance. Well kept, great view.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck G.

22 Aug 2022

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

Great Vacation

This property is exactly what is expected for a 1000 island vacation. The older home feel but with everything you need on a perfect property right on the river. The home owner is very nice and easy to work with. This was our 2nd time at this property and we will be back

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

11 Aug 2022

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

Great house, great time!

The house was perfect for our group. There were 13 of us and we had a great time being together. The house is also big enough that you just didn't feel like you were on top of each other. The porch and the dock were the best spots for early morning and late night tranquility. Location is perfect, just a short drive or a quick boat ride to A Bay. Would highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

11 July 2022

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

Beautiful Perfect Rental Experience

I can't put into words what a pleasure it was to stay in this classic St. Lawrence home. Staying here felt like going back in time. The screened in front porch was a gem, there was ample boat docking, plenty of parking, wonderful owners, nice neighbors, beautiful river/castle/shipping lane views, just a few minute boat ride to the Alexandria Bay public dock. The only advice I would give to future renters is to bring enough clothes for the week as the washer and dryer are for emergency use only.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

26 June 2022

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

Summer Vacation at its Best

The property is located with a fantastic view of the Bolt Castle and waterways. Day or night it is very relaxing and enjoyable to watch the activities. The distant sounds of the evening dinner cruise boats and horns of large freighters really left our family with a very fond feeling. We will be back next year if there is an opening

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren S.

9 Sept 2021

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

Perfect getaway

The house and property were great! Location was perfect. Spent mornings watching sunrise and activity on the river, boating in the afternoons and then either a short drive to the bay for dinner or we all gathered around the table and just enjoyed our time together. The house was idyllic and the owner quick to respond. 5 stars, Would definitely recommend for a large group.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Q.

19 Sept 2020

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

Wonderful week!

We had a wonderful time! We loved the rustic feel of the camp and had the week of a lifetime! The views of the St. Lawrence River and Boldt Castle were amazing. We spent beautiful nights on the wonderful dock watching the moon rise on the river. Can’t wait to return next summer!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon C.

15 Sept 2020

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

Family get-away

This home is clean, spacious, in a park-like setting with a very large screened-in, wrap-around porch and plenty of parking. It comes with an average sized dock, with easy in/out access for your boat. The kitchen is workable but a bit small. Plenty of bedroom options. Most of your time will be spent on the porch if the weather allows. One challenge is no steps down to the dock, just a few well-beaten foot paths. We would recommend this home for your next family reunion:)

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

24 Aug 2020

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

Location is perfect — room for everyone

This property has a perfect location!! The screened porch is magnificent—spent quite some time there watching the water Kitchen is well stocked. Although this is an older home and needs a little work in some places—it was perfect for us and Randy couldn’t have been more accommodating. Thank you for allowing us to stay the week during this pandemic. It was just what we all needed!! Stay well everyone!😀

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

alene j.

9 Aug 2020

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

Wonderful place for large groups and families

What a lovely location-with views of Boldt Castle and its Boat House. The house is vast and spacious, with plenty of bedrooms for all. The massive dining table easily fit our group of 11. My favorite part is the screened porch, where the cool breezes and lack of bugs gave us a wonderful place to spend our evenings. We even slept in the bed on this porch a few nights. The kitchen is well-stocked and there is a good grill and oven. Plenty of room to spread out as a group or gather. Surrounding area is great for walks, biking or jogging and the island has so much to offer. The owner is easily accessible as well. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bradd D., Columbus, NJ!

18 July 2020

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

1000 Islands Fishing Trip 2020

We had an excellent time here. It was everything we needed. We were 6 adults and one 17 year old that came to fish the St. Lawrence for a week. Our annual guys fishing trip and my sons first trip. The house and the fishing were both excellent. We will definitely stay here again, so much history in the area as well. Just a great time at a great place.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

26 Sept 2019

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

Heaven

Loved our time here....ages 2 to 70! Beautiful porch with all sorts of boats going by. Lovely sunrises and sunsets. Many thanks!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Peggy V.

14 Sept 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Wellesley Island

Setting was lovely. House big and roomy. While it was neat the baseboards and windows were filthy. Every corner and baseboard covered with dirt. The kitchen counters, sinks and showers were clean. We loved the big screen porch with plenty of seating. The views were terrific. If we go again I would request a thorough cleaning first. My dealing with the owner was great. He was very accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

26 Aug 2019

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

Fantastic River House

This is a fantastic, spacious river house. The location is great -- near Boldt Castle and the Boathouse. If you are not all that familiar with the 1,000 islands you don't have to worry about getting lost. Just find the castle and you can see your vacation home. The home itself is wonderful -- tall ceilings, a cook's kitchen, large bedrooms, and an oversized dining room table so your group can enjoy meals together. The owner (Randy) and local manager (Autumn) are accessible and 100% helpful. And for us, the highlight was spending evenings on the oversized screened in porch. The views, size, and comfort were amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Joan N.

30 July 2019

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

Family vacation

The property provided easy access to the river for boating, kayaking, and fishing. Sitting in the large screened in porch, you could enjoy the majestic view of the river, little islands and Boldt Castle. It was dog friendly so we were able to bring the family pets. The owner was very responsive to our needs and responded quickly to our communications.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

16 July 2019

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

Great house and location

We had a great family vacation at the property with 6 adults and 6 teenagers ages between 16 and 13. Beautiful views of the castle and the big ships from the unbelieveable screened in porch and the dock. Even with the high water, we had 2 inches of dry dock where we were able to rig some cushions to protect both the dock and boat from the high water. The property manager was awesome in showing us around and Randy the owner was great at keeping in touch with us throughout the process. Much appreciated and enjoy the rest of your summer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

24 July 2017

Great tie!

Had a great time! Great screened in porch! A lot of space.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John V.

20 July 2017

Great location, fantastic place for 2 families

The fireworks on July 4 were amazing, best spot on the river to watch them

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Brian C., gettysburg pa

28 June 2017

Great Home

Great house across the way from Alexandria Bay. Very comfortable with a great screened in porch. Would like it better with some upgrades to the bathrooms. Claw foot tub/shower in main bath was clean but shower needs to be updated it's a big step in and out for older people..also maybe some more lighting in the kitchen. Otherwise a great rental for a large family or group. Brand new dock with room for three boats...Wonderful views of ABAY and Boldt castle. Would rent again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

26 June 2017

Beautiful scenery

The property itself was amazing. I was truly blown away when I arrived

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

26 Oct 2016

Wonderful Waterfront Cottage with old school feel!

We enjoyed this cottage over a long weekend in October. It was perfect. This cottage is a step back in time to what a cottage should be. We knew we were not in a city house. The large wrap around porch with the swinging seat was perfect to enjoy the view of the boats going by and even the sunrise. We enjoyed the roaring fire in the big stone fireplace and kids enjoyed fishing for weeds off the dock! The road in was rich in the colors of fall and often shared with deer or rafters of wild turkeys. The fall nights were cool... but there are a few heaters in the cottage ! It just added to the experience. Kitchen is nicely modernized. Remember this is off season so restaurants on the island were closed ! Cant wait to go back! Randy was great to deal with and very responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

5 Dec 2015

Lovely charming home

We recently had a wonderful long weekend with my parents and some extended family and I must say, even though this home is not as modern as a lot of vacation rentals, it was perfect! Completely complimented the charm and feeling of the surrounding area and castle just across the river. A true like home away from home experience. We can't wait to go back! Just a little side note, the water in the downstairs bathroom is touchy and gets very hot.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

6 Feb 2015

Perfect!

My extended family has rented this house for multiple years. It's perfect! The view is beautiful and this rustic house has all the charm imaginable. In response to one review, the entire electrical system in the house was replaced and upgraded. The kitchen and one bathroom have been gutted and redone (although I thought the old kitchen was quite charming, the newer one does have all of the modern day conveniences and is beautiful). This place is simply perfect for our family!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

30 Sept 2011

beautiful rustic home! perfect thousand islands experience!

We had a wonderful experience in this Huge rustic home. The owner and house manager were very friendly and attentive to any of our needs. There was a small beach that was perfect for the our 4 toddlers. The view was AMAZING! This was a perfect house for our fall vacation!

About the host

Hosted by Randy Neppl

My grandparents bought this house 49 years ago. As a child, my cousins and I lived here all summer. During the days, we caught fish, frogs, snakes, and insects. We made forts in the woods and skied in our bay and beyond. We swam and boated daily. In the cool months, we sat by the fire roasting marshmallows as one Aunt played her guitar. We went to the movies in the tabernacle at TI Park, visited the local library and spent hours laughing on our extra large screened in porch overlooking the River and Boldt Castle. When I "grew up", I lived in Washington, D.C. and couldn't spend significant time there. So for about 10 years, I served on the Board of Save The River, which kept me connected to the River throughout the year.

When my grandparents died, the house was left to my father and his siblings. A few years later, my husband and I also became partial owners, and I have since managed it for our extended family. We are lucky to enjoy it with our children, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and second cousins a couple weeks each year now. This is my favorite place on earth – and we are happy to share it with you.