10/10 Excellent
Shannon V.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway!
Shannon V.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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Adirondack Cottage - Four Season, Pet-Friendly, Cozy & Beautiful. Read reviews!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m
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Explore the area
Lowville, NY
- Brantingham Lake61 min drive
- Fourth Lake86 min drive
- Enchanted Forest Water Safari92 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Living room
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Adirondack Cottage - Four Season, Pet-Friendly, Cozy & Beautiful. Read reviews!
Forest Pond Cottage is located in the Adirondack Park in Northern New York. Pets are welcome for a small fee per stay/per pet. Access to snowmobile & ATV trails are right from the cottage. It is situated on the edge of a seven acre beaver pond and surrounded by 115 acres of beautiful forest. The cottage is the only dwelling at the end of a town road which allows for easy year-round access yet ensures privacy. With every season there is a whole new variety of outdoor activities to enjoy.
THE COTTAGE
The cottage is an oasis from everyday living with all the comforts of home to recreate from within. There are endless trails for hikers, bikers, cross country skiing, ATVs and snowmobiles. Lakes, streams, rivers, mountains and thousands of acres of State land that is yours to enjoy. We have had everything there from weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, family reunions to private getaways. It's a great place for individuals to share time & space with loved ones. The owners live only two miles up Number Four Rd; close enough to always be available if & when needed.
INDOOR AMENITIES
All linens for bed, bath & kitchen are provided as well as a fully equipped kitchen. Just some of the amenities include:
Fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerator,full size gas stove, microwave, coffee pot, all kitchenware and cookware, crockpot, blender, toaster, spices, table and chairs in kitchen.
One bathroom with all linens, shower stall, toilet, sink & very clean.
Living Room features gas heating stove, 3 recliners, an Ethan Allen couch that folds out to a queen size bed, very nice mattress pad in living room closet for fold out mattress (again, all linens provided & very nice). TV, VCR, DVD, DISH satellite, BOSE music system, variety of DVD movies & VHS tapes, games, cards, round table to seat minimum of 4.
Enclosed, screened porch the length of the cottage to enjoy your morning coffee and the wild life as you look out onto the pond. There are tables, chairs & a swing chair for your relaxation. Just down the stairs from the porch is the patio. Nice outdoor furnishings provided.
Upstairs features a queen bed as well as two twin beds in one large room. The linens are very nice and the beds very comfortable. Air conditioning. Off from the bedroom is the balcony. If there is a 'little one' staying, there is a crib that can be provided as well as a high chair.
OUTDOOR AMENITIES
There is a canoe to use on the pond, picnic table & outdoor furniture. Life preservers are there also for canoe ventures. A newly built deck has been added to the pond. A bonfire site for stargazing at night is always fun. There is an outdoor grill for BBQ.
THE COTTAGE
The cottage is an oasis from everyday living with all the comforts of home to recreate from within. There are endless trails for hikers, bikers, cross country skiing, ATVs and snowmobiles. Lakes, streams, rivers, mountains and thousands of acres of State land that is yours to enjoy. We have had everything there from weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, family reunions to private getaways. It's a great place for individuals to share time & space with loved ones. The owners live only two miles up Number Four Rd; close enough to always be available if & when needed.
INDOOR AMENITIES
All linens for bed, bath & kitchen are provided as well as a fully equipped kitchen. Just some of the amenities include:
Fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerator,full size gas stove, microwave, coffee pot, all kitchenware and cookware, crockpot, blender, toaster, spices, table and chairs in kitchen.
One bathroom with all linens, shower stall, toilet, sink & very clean.
Living Room features gas heating stove, 3 recliners, an Ethan Allen couch that folds out to a queen size bed, very nice mattress pad in living room closet for fold out mattress (again, all linens provided & very nice). TV, VCR, DVD, DISH satellite, BOSE music system, variety of DVD movies & VHS tapes, games, cards, round table to seat minimum of 4.
Enclosed, screened porch the length of the cottage to enjoy your morning coffee and the wild life as you look out onto the pond. There are tables, chairs & a swing chair for your relaxation. Just down the stairs from the porch is the patio. Nice outdoor furnishings provided.
Upstairs features a queen bed as well as two twin beds in one large room. The linens are very nice and the beds very comfortable. Air conditioning. Off from the bedroom is the balcony. If there is a 'little one' staying, there is a crib that can be provided as well as a high chair.
OUTDOOR AMENITIES
There is a canoe to use on the pond, picnic table & outdoor furniture. Life preservers are there also for canoe ventures. A newly built deck has been added to the pond. A bonfire site for stargazing at night is always fun. There is an outdoor grill for BBQ.
Property manager
Carol or Dan Empie #315 376 4433
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Dogs/$30.00 per pet per stay
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lowville
Located in Lowville, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Brantingham Golf Course and Fulton Chain Craft Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Enchanted Forest Water Safari and Calypso's Cove. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
Lowville, NY
What's nearby
- Tug Hill Vineyards - 52 min drive - 33.6 km
- Brantingham Lake - 61 min drive - 38.2 km
- Moose River - 74 min drive - 44.0 km
- Fourth Lake - 86 min drive - 52.6 km
- Enchanted Forest Water Safari - 92 min drive - 59.5 km
Restaurants
- Rusty P's - 19 min drive
- Gilman - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Skylar Y.
18 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, beautiful pet-friendly stay
Skylar Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gail Q.
13 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Peaceful and clean
Gail Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe T.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We Will Certainly Return!
Joe T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lila W.
12 Jan 2025
Lila W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie R.
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sanctuary
Katie R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patti S.
27 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Wonderland
Patti S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet.
Michael M.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
cortney G.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven
cortney G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Valeri R.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Valeri R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
David T.
5 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy and relaxed guests
David T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Olivia R.
21 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Weekend
Olivia R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deborah Z.
14 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick ADK Getaway!
Deborah Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Time in Nature
Sarah B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Francis P.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation, Wonderful Property, Fabulous Owners
Francis P.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristen R.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property
Kristen R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda T.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday stay
Rhonda T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elegant Cakes B.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful unplugged weekend
Elegant Cakes B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bruce C.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Bruce C.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joshua G.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet location towards the western edge of ADK
Joshua G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mikayla M.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cannot recommend this place enough!
Mikayla M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob K.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful off-grid getaway
Rob K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Renee M.
9 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful
Renee M.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Mike A.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice getaway spot
Mike A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stanley D.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EXCELLENT Stay at the Cottage!!
Stanley D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Carol or Dan Empie #315 376 4433
We live 2 miles up from the cottage on Number Four Rd and have been at that residence for 30 years. Dan is a forester and went to ESF at Syracuse University. He also has his realtor license and works for Timberland Realty. The focus is on listing wooded parcels and some have camps, houses or other structures. To inquire about his listings you can email him at dempie@timberlandrealty.net. Dan,also, does private consulting for forestry & land management.
Carol has been an RN for over 30 years which has led to a very varied set of work skills. She also had a wellness & fitness center in Lowville for 11 years. Currently she is focusing on the cottage, looking into other business ventures and works at a medium security prison as an RN.
Carol has been an RN for over 30 years which has led to a very varied set of work skills. She also had a wellness & fitness center in Lowville for 11 years. Currently she is focusing on the cottage, looking into other business ventures and works at a medium security prison as an RN.
Why they chose this property
We took care of the property for the 'long distant' owner for years before it became available for sale almost to the day of Carol closing her fitness center. There was a 'land developer' that was interested in the property also. Dr Fritelli was the current owner & had purchased the cottage and pond from Minnie Peck previously, who raised 5 children there. Dr Fritelli loved the property & entrusted much of the care, maintenance and management to Carol & Dan. He had it for his own private use. The developer (whom shall remain nameless) offered Dr Fritelli a fair market price for the cottage & land. Since the Empies had 'first refusal' we were able to match his offer to Dr Fritelli. Of course, the developer came back with a much more substantial offer. We could not match that. Dr Fritelli decided to sell the property to us at the first price and refused the developers. As stated earlier, he loved the property & knew we would take good care of it & share it with others without exploiting it. So, love of the land won against development and 'greener (money) pastures. Way to go Dr Fritelli...if only Ethan Allen & other business used you as an example!
We fixed up the cottage to share with others and, also, so we could afford it. We keep the rent very reasonable because we believe everyone should be able to enjoy the serenity of nature.
It was a lot of work but we enjoy work (crazy, huh!). Dr Fritelli would be proud. In our guest book he has a portion dedicated to his saying 'good bye' to his much loved land.
Our belief is to keep it affordable and always give more than what is expected.
We fixed up the cottage to share with others and, also, so we could afford it. We keep the rent very reasonable because we believe everyone should be able to enjoy the serenity of nature.
It was a lot of work but we enjoy work (crazy, huh!). Dr Fritelli would be proud. In our guest book he has a portion dedicated to his saying 'good bye' to his much loved land.
Our belief is to keep it affordable and always give more than what is expected.
What makes this property unique
I think the best way to describe the Forest Pond Cottage experience is to simply and truly experience the calm, penetrating healing of nature. Within all the comforts of home you will feel the relief of everyday stress. The cottage truly becomes your home away from home. The wind blowing through the trees, beavers busy being beavers, sunrises over the pond, fish jumping , frogs and peepers in the spring, little turtles trying to make it to the pond, deer wading in the waters edge, coyotes cackling at times it is all magical. There are several great close by places we share with guests as to how to find them. We call them “ the best kept secrets” in the Adirondacks. Visiting here is like finding yourself~
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