The Stone House: A Quiet, Sweet, Lakefront Respite

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Stone House, nestled against pristine Star Lake

View entering from the back along a newly laid path and stairs, fully lit

Living room, fireplace, window seat, dining area

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9130.1 sq m

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Fireplace
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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Star Lake, NY

Clifton-Fine Hospital
‪10 min walk‬
St. Lawrence University
‪62 min drive‬
Enchanted Forest Water Safari
‪142 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Sleeping Porch

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom, en suite

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

The Stone House (second floor completely renovated) sets into the side of a hill directly on pristine Star Lake. The house front is a covered terrace directly on the lake. This is a tranquil spot, located on a 40+ acre private wooded point of land over a quarter mile from the main road, where you can relax and get away from it all.

Summers are fantastic. Autumn is beautiful in the Adirondacks. Consider staying for a long weekend, or splurge for an entire week. Enjoy our terrace, the lake, the trees, and our inviting fireplace.

The Stone House property features a private dock with a tied-on floating dock, a fireplace, a car park, a terrace, and a private garage. The Stone House sleeps up to nine —master bedroom with a queen bed; twin bedroom with a double bed, bunk beds, and a loft; sleeping porch with a double and twin ( Casper and Leesa mattresses)—an en suite full master bath, and a full hall bath with new tiled shower. Downstairs features a complete kitchen, living room with a large window seat and warming stone fireplace (stocked from a private wood shed just outside the house), and a private, covered terrace overlooking the lake. Enjoy the quiet, the ducks, the loons, the smell of a good fire.

Enjoy boating on the lake on our two kayaks, canoe, or paddle board, or take the canoe to the Oswegatchie River; lots of local hiking too.

Property manager

Rich Maggiani

Languages

English

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Parking available

Barbecue grill

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Welcome to our quiet cove on iconic Star Lake.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

See our Stone House Handbook for complete details about renting and about the house.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Star Lake

Located in Star Lake, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Silver Hill State Forest and Degrasse State Forest. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Star Lake, NY

What's nearby

Clifton-Fine Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Trout Lake - 35 min drive - 32.3 km
Wild Center - 58 min drive - 67.4 km
Higley Flow State Park - 62 min drive - 68.7 km
St. Lawrence University - 62 min drive - 61.7 km

Restaurants

‪Hillside Diner - ‬5 min drive
‪Coffee Fever - ‬16 min walk
‪Twin Lakes - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Stone House: A Quiet, Sweet, Lakefront Respite pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Stone House: A Quiet, Sweet, Lakefront Respite?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Stone House: A Quiet, Sweet, Lakefront Respite?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Stone House: A Quiet, Sweet, Lakefront Respite located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Clifton-Fine Hospital and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Oswegatchie River. Silver Hill State Forest and Degrasse State Forest are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.8

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Kathy G.

14 Sept 2024

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

Beautiful retreat.

We were looking for a quiet and easy vacation and this was just that. Lovely home, the upstairs was tastefully renovated and the downstairs full of original rustic charm. charm

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William A.

22 Sept 2024

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

A Repeat Stay

This is our second stay at The Stone House. Just like the first stay, the amenities were perfect for our stay. The furnishings inside of the home met all of our needs, and the outdoor amenities were just right. The communication with Rich was convenient and timely. We look forward to another visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary T.

30 Aug 2024

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

Late summer at Star Lake

Our extended family enjoyed our stay at the stone house. Incredible water access that made a great base to some Adk adventures further in the park. The property totally had charm and was very comfortable and private. Bring food and supplies as any stores are far away.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena W.

16 July 2024

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

Fanily Retreat

This amazing house was the perfe t getaway for our family! It had everythi g we needed and more in terms of kitchen, bedding and supplies for lake. My children were out on the water playing the entire stay! It was conveniently located to the general stores. While we were there we booked for the following year! Thank you so much for letting us enjoy your awesome house!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

28 June 2023

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

Great Property

We had a great stay at the Stone House. Its on a perfect location on Star Lake. If its a rainy day, the wood fireplace and large bay window are a fantastic way to relax.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S., Redwood City, Ca

7 July 2023

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

Classic!

Magical week at The Stone House for this Californian family! Huge thank you to the owners for sharing such a gem on the lake. Clean, cozy and comfortable. Morning and evening swims in the lake, canoeing alongside the loons and a crackling fire every evening—we loved every minute of our stay. Looking forward to returning someday. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE R.

23 July 2019

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

Stone House

We enjoyed a wonderful week. We were more than happy with all the provisions at the House. We were pleasantly surprised that the actual space was was greater than the posted pictures indicated. We are looking forward to a second stay next month.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie P., Long Island, NY

7 Oct 2019

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

A little slice of heaven

Just back from a week at The Stone House with its simple charms and beautiful surroundings. Grateful to escape the heat of home, we embraced the cool mornings and enjoyed the delightful afternoons. Every night we had a fire going until we went to bed, sometimes as early as 9 pm. Great place to disconnect from the world (though the wifi worked perfectly when needed). The kitchen had just about everything we needed. My only negative is the lack of big coffee mugs (you need a generous cup of coffee when sitting outside in the morning to help keep you warm) and bowls for soup. Otherwise, we had everything we needed. We did 2 day trips. One up to Ogdensburg (an hour north) to The Frederic Remington Museum. It's a wonderful place in a gorgeous 19th century home. His paintings and sculptures do not disappoint! We also took a longer ridge (2+ hours) down to Old Forge and did a cruise on the Fulton Chain of lakes. Old Forge is a busy town full of shops, restaurants, b&b's, etc. Lots to see and do there if you want to hang out after the 2-hour cruise. The local grocery (Great American) had most of what we needed and we also visited the hardware store. Heading north on route 3 we also visited the bakery (UB's) and Adirondack furniture store where we purchased a few treats to eat and some souvenirs of our visit, all reasonably priced based on what we'd pay at home for the same things. Everyone we met was friendly and helpful to the point where you begin to wonder if you shouldn't just pack up your things and stay there forever. My only negative, is the access to the house from the parking pad. You have to walk down 6-8 steps of stone built into the side of the slope. I have arthritis in both knees so going down the stairs was challenging. I am happy that I thought to bring a trekking pole with me. It gave me more balance and I was more comfortable going downhill. Other than that, I couldn't think of a nicer spot to truly get away from it all and still have everything you need.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

aburito

1 Oct 2022

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

Star lake escape

Good

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

9 Sept 2022

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

Lovely

This is the place for a perfect combination of fun and rest.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

14 July 2022

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

A Place to Unwind

The Stone House is the place to unwind. The lake was right off our commodious patio at the back door. With coffee or cocktails, the view is delightful. Clean and dry inside, good housekeeping, makes coming in from lake activities a pleasure. Warm wood tones with burgundy and navy accents throughout the house add to the peace. We enjoyed the blend of vintage and new to the max inside and out. We brought back old memories and created new ones. Nice people on the lake. No rush - 12 o'clock check out time the best! Julie and Larry

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura o.

2 July 2021

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

Perfection

This home is absolutely perfect in every way. To begin, Rich, answered all my questions prior to the trip quickly and graciously. Once you drive down the road to the Stone House, you immediately feel as though you are the only family on the lake. It is built into a hill and directly on the water. Very private. The beautiful stone path to the door of the house is well lit and has a unique, real wood railing. I opened the door and felt like I had come home. The photos that are shown so not do justice to the interior of the home. The beautiful natural wood throughout the home give it warmth and character. The house was spotless. When Rich said you just need to bring your food and clothes…that is accurate! I was very impressed with the amount of cozy blankets, crisp linens, towels, and more. Now the kitchen…it has a view of the lake from the windows so I never felt that I was missing out on anything when I was inside preparing meals. The kitchen is fully stocked with every size/shape pan/pot/dish! I cannot think of one thing that it needed. They have EVERYTHING you would need! We spent our days and nights on the beautiful stone deck and wooden docks. Rich and Abbie have a cozy, authentic Adirondack Stone House that is truly one of a kind. Do not pass up an opportunity to stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patti J.

20 Oct 2020

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

Great get away

Always a wonderful stay at the Stone House.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S., Danville, PA

24 June 2020

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

Rustic Lakeside Gem

If you are looking for a classic Adirondack cabin experience, you have found the right property. This is a magical little place set directly on the shores of Star Lake. DIRECTLY, it has the amazing feel of a boathouse. We spent four nights there over Father’s Day weekend, and my only sadness with the trip is that we did not have a full week. My husband and I shared the cottage with our two children (13, and 11 years) and my husband’s parents, It was the perfect size for the six of us and had everything we could need, although it turned out that our needs were very little. Although the kitchen could easily support cooking a fancy meal, and the little living room was totally cozy with its reading nook and fireplace, we found ourselves spending the entire time OUTSIDE on the dock. We grilled outside, ate outside, read outside, played outside and laid on the dock at night and watched the Milky Way stretch across the sky. I was eternally jealous of my children who scored the prime bedding on the sleeping porch, but have warned them that when we return, that spot is MINE! Rich was wonderful to work with, responsive to our needs and the information about the cottage was so thorough that we never felt ourselves wondering where something was that we needed. Neighbors are super-friendly, and although the occasional jet ski found its way through the channel, the most common vessel we saw were the puttering dock-boats making their way to the sandbar, and.that just added to the charm of the place. If you are looking for a place to get away from it all, look no further!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

terrence l.

19 June 2020

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

Great respite

Very clean. Clear communication. Great spot to get away

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE R.

25 Aug 2019

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

Stone House

We enjoyed our relaxing stay at Stone House. It is a true gem in NY's Adirondak park. We hope to return in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristina C.

2 July 2019

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

Perfect family getaway!

Stone House is the perfect getaway from all the everyday hustle and bustle! Rich was was a great host. He was attentive to our needs with checking in with us to see if we needed anything. The neighbors and everyone we met in town are so nice and friendly. Stone house gave us great family time together. We fished, swam, hiked and played games! We hope to be back next year!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Swarthmore PA

26 May 2019

Outstanding Lake House - Exactly What We Hoped

The Stone House is a perfect house on a beautiful lake. It is is a true old school Adirondack camp style cabin sitting right on the lake. Our family loved how the original features have been left in place and not marred by misguided attempts at modernization. It has the feel of old fashioned cabin, but with just the right modern conveniences- the water is strong and as hot as you want for showers. The Wi-Fi works well. And the Master BR mattress is perfect. We enjoyed family card games by the fireplace, and some of us slept out on the sleeping porch even on a pretty chilly evening. We enjoyed the sounds of the loons at night. The location is perfect. We visited for our daughter’s graduation from St. Lawrence University, which is only about 40 minutes away, and then stayed for a few days after. We made easy side trips to Lake Placid one day, and just over to Tupper Lake for a casual dinner from the food trucks at the Raquette River brewing company. Our family wants to come again. We highly recommend the Stone House, and Rich was a great host.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

30 Oct 2018

Sthe Stone House is a piece of Heaven

The Stone House is everything that you dream about for a getaway of peace, beauty and connecting with nature. Close enough to drive to Saranac Lake or Lake Placid for shopping, visiting the Olympic Center, or mountain climbing. Bring your comfy clothes, light a fire in the fireplace, and snuggle in.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Sheri L.

23 Oct 2018

Beautiful fall weekend

Such a beautiful setting! The leaves were at their peak, and our stay on the lake was peaceful and serene. A few suggestions for the house...a sofa in the living room, in addition to the loveseat, would be nice, especially for larger groups (we had 7). Also, it is unclear in the Stone House description that the screened in porch does not have windows that can actually be closed. It was too chilly for us to sleep on this time of year. But overall, we really enjoyed staying here, and the house is well stocked.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

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

10/10 Excellent

Janie Y.

25 Oct 2017

Perfect lake getaway if your looking for charm and coziness.

The cabin lies at the end of a long driveway that runs between the banks of Star Lake and an old stone retaining wall. From the time we drove in and realized how beautiful and how private the cabin was, we were already sold on the property. The accommodations were great, and I especially loved the claw foot bathtub (there are actually two.) We had a fantastic two night stay here with our two oldest puppies and it was truly magical. The Stone House was our favorite stay out of all the places we visited over our 11 day trip. The sunrise here is stunning in its beauty and peacefulness. The fog danced on the water and made it even more memorable. We will definitely visit here again when we travel near Star Lake!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

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

8/10 Good

Amy E.

17 Sept 2017

Wonderful experience with 3 people. I think4-6 would be the ideal number guests.

The cabin/cottage has bedrooms on the parking level and kithchen/living room on lake level. It is a good set up but no half bath on lake level. Full kitchen has all you need except your food. No outdoor campfire but living room has fireplace giving the room a smoky campfire scent. The sunrise from the sleeping porch is worth sleeping in a cooler environment. Lake is clear, quiet and gorgeous with wonderful kayaks and paddle board!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

David G., Winchester, Virginia, USA

23 July 2017

Classic Adirondack lakefront property on Star Lak

We chose The Stone House for a family reunion of four retired couples -- two sisters, two brothers, and spouses. The property sits right on Star Lake with a lovely floating dock. The property furnishes two kayaks, and we also brought our own canoes, so we spent much of our time exploring the many coves and extensive shoreline of Star Lake. The property does sleep 8, but is probably better suited to a family of 8 due to sleeping configuration: one bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with two single beds, screened in sleeping porch with one double bed and one single bed, and finally a largish window seat with mattress in the first floor living room. Mattresses were a bit lumpy and in need of replacement, but we managed just fine. The kitchen was fitted with new gas stove/oven and refrigerator, and worked very well for our group. Plenty of hot water and good water pressure. Two bathrooms were also great, one with a claw-foot tub, the second with combination claw-foot tub/shower. We had fantastic weather, and took virtually all our meals at the picnic table on the dock. Only real complaint, which we shared with owners, is unfortunate tradition of occasional floating deck parties that roam the lake after dark (9:00-11:00-ish). We endured 3 of these during our 6 night stay, and because the sound carries across the lake, those of us in the sleeping porch were subject to these loud and boisterous parties late into the night. On the flip side, once the parties ended, the occasional calls of loons across the lake filled the air. Quite a contrast! Three off-site trips we recommend included a visit to The Wild Center in Tupper Lake, lunch at The Well Dressed Food Company in downtown Tupper Lake, and the 1-mile hike up to the Mt. Arab fire tower. All in all, can't recommend this property enough. We had a fun-filled, action-packed, and thoroughly relaxing week in the Adirondacks!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

4 July 2017

Wow!

This is a great place to relax. Beautiful, historic, rustic cabin....serene lake...and everything you need to enjoy your stay. Plenty of supplies, games, kayaks, paddle board, and fresh air. The owner is great to work with and is very responsive. I would stay here again and again and again...

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Kyle and Vanessa L.

29 June 2017

Very quiet and peaceful location.

My favorite room in the house was the sleeping porch. It was a great spot to sit and read a book. Having a dock right on the lake was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

About the host

Hosted by Rich Maggiani

Abbie and Rich are your hosts. Abbie grew up in Syracuse, Rich in Boston. We are dedicated to ensuring your stay is wonderful and memorable.

To keep the house available to as many people as possible, weekly rentals generally run from Friday through Friday. Please contact us should you need other accommodations; we are always here to help.

Why they chose this property

The Stone House sits on a 45 acre private point of land. The entire property has been in Abbie's extended family for 100 years. We have owned the Stone House for 15 years, and welcome you to our home in the Adirondacks. We stock the house with basic necessities—condiments, kitchen staples, herbs and spices, paper products, fire wood, and more—to make your stay simpler. The kitchen is fully stocked with a wide array of pots and pans and kitchen utensils. Barbecue on our traditional grill; natural wood briquettes and liter fluid provided. Linens and towels are included in our rates. And a beautiful fireplace in the living room.

What makes this property unique

The Stone House is immediately on Star Lake with a private covered stone terrace and private dock. Staying here gives you a complete break from your day to day lives, a wonderful place to relax, enjoy, and regenerate. Guests tell us they most enjoy the absolute quiet of a daybreak, with the sun rising and reflecting on the smooth-as-glass lake. Enjoy swimming in the lake or just lounging on the dock and terrace; take our kayaks and paddle board out for a spin and be sure to stop at the slightly submerged sand bar just across the way. As we say, a quiet respite.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Master Bedroom

Second bedroom

Sleeping Porch

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Master Bathroom, en suite

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