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Cozy, peaceful "camp" in Hollywood Hills, just north of the town of Old Forge

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Springtime
Moose River, minutes from home
Wintertime
Common room
Common room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 594.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Old Forge, NY
  • Calypso's Cove
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Enchanted Forest Water Safari
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • View
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom (2nd)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom (Master)

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom (2nd)

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom (Master)

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy, peaceful "camp" in Hollywood Hills, just north of the town of Old Forge

Welcome to our simple, peaceful home, minutes from the quaint village of Old Forge and perfectly located near all the fun and beauty of the Southern Adirondacks. Enjoy four seasons of outdoor wonder and allow us to do our best to help you feel at home at our "Pawnee Reverie."

Our home provides guests with easy access to lakes, streams, paddling sites, mountains (to climb, bike, ski, gaze from) walking trails, cross-country trails, snowmobiling fun, and so much more.

More specifically, being in Old Forge, you are near First Lake (of the Fulton Chain Lakes), Moose River, the TOBIE Trail, golfing at the Thendara Golf Club, the Adirondack Scenic Railroad, McCauley Mountain, Fulton Chain Brewery, swimming in Old Forge Pond or at the private beach for Hollywood Hills association members (where you can also launch a boat). For family fun, there's a movie theater dating back to the 1920s that shows current blockbusters, an arcade, an arts center, miniature golf, and the Enchanted Forest Water Safari. In the village of Old Forge, there are many restaurants & pizzerias, fun places to shop, and a full grocery store to supply you with all the food you need for your stay.

For those who love to snowmobile, we have direct access to Trail 4 and are close to other popular trails as well.
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ABOUT THE SPACE IN HOME

The home has 2 full bedrooms and 2 full baths - plenty of space for a family or for a single couple or two.

The master bedroom includes a king-sized bed, a giant TV, a walk-in closet, and an attached bathroom.

The second bedroom includes a queen-sized bed and another giant TV and a bathroom across the hall.

We have a fully-equipped kitchen for guests to enjoy with new appliances and a dining table in the kitchen nook.

The living room has two comfy couches, a big-screen TV, a bar, and peaceful views that often include ADK wildlife. If you have a 5th person, the one living room couch can also serve as a pull-out bed, which would be most comfortable for a younger guest.

Outside the house, you can enjoy our yard, wrap-around deck, and a side fire pit with tandem rocking chairs.

Parking is on-site in the driveway or in front of the house.

Guests staying 7 days or more receive a 10% discount. (VRBO doesn't build this discount into the reservation process. Please contact hosts before booking to apply the discount.)
For seasonal stays, please contact hosts.

Seasonal winter rates are available leading into the winter up until Nov. 1.

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Abbreviated Welcome Guide

WINTER GUESTS IMPORTANT INFO
Our driveway is plowed and accessible for parking, however, the driveway is steep and a 4WD or AWD vehicle is best in icy or snowy conditions. Regarding accessing the side door, we will have a path shoveled to the entrance. If it snows during your stay, please, for your safety, use the shovel and ice melt in the container below the stairs. Winter conditions in Old Forge and throughout the region require extra caution.

BEAR SAFETY
Carry in/carry out. Leave no trash or food remains at the camp. Bears follow the scent of food and can turn a property upside down as a result of food left behind.

INFO ON BRINGING ALONG A DOG
One dog, non-shedding, and under 25 pounds will be considered with documentation of up-to-date vaccination records. We would ask that the dog always be attended to in the house or crated and that he/she be kept off the furniture. If a crate is needed to accommodate rules (keeping your sweet pup off the furniture), we can provide one with sufficient time to plan. An additional cleaning fee of $35 per day up to $120 a stay will be assessed in advance of your stay to cover costs for additional cleaning.

Regarding sheets: The two bedrooms will have clean sheets on the beds for guests when they arrive. If guests wish to bring their sheets, they will need king sheets for the master bedroom and queen sheets for the second bedroom. The pullout couch has a queen mattress and there will be a set of queen sheets in the closet for guests using the sofa bed.

Regarding towels: We have house towels but not beach towels. Summer guests are kindly asked to bring their own beach towels.

Regarding drinking water: Our well water contains natural minerals that have a taste and smell that, although safe to drink, is not preferred in its unfiltered state. Owners refill our 5-gallon water cooler (in our kitchen) in town using the spigot on the side of the Old Forge Tourist Center building. We also drink from cold water run through a Britta filter pitcher stored in the fridge at the house. We suggest either for our guests.

Regarding the association beach: Directions both for driving and walking to the beach will be available at the camp.

Property manager

Ann and Mark Pickering
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children should be supervised in front yard.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1) Rules in guest manual should be applied - please! 2) No parties. We want to keep the neighbors happy! 3) Reach out with questions (here to help)!

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

About the area

Old Forge

Located in Old Forge, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Fulton Chain Craft Brewery and McCauley Mountain Ski Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Calypso's Cove and Enchanted Forest Water Safari. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Old Forge, NY

What's nearby

  • Calypso's Cove - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Enchanted Forest Water Safari - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Fulton Chain Craft Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • View - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • McCauley Mountain Ski Center - 13 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fulton Chain Craft Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Line Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tony Harper's Pizza and Clam Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daiker's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Slickers Adirondack Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, peaceful "camp" in Hollywood Hills, just north of the town of Old Forge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, peaceful "camp" in Hollywood Hills, just north of the town of Old Forge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, peaceful "camp" in Hollywood Hills, just north of the town of Old Forge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, peaceful "camp" in Hollywood Hills, just north of the town of Old Forge located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Calypso's Cove, Enchanted Forest Water Safari and Fulton Chain Craft Brewery. View and Town of Webb Historical Association are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

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

Great place!

We enjoyed our stay here this winter and would definitely book again! It’s tucked away in the woods in a peaceful neighborhood with snowmobile trail access. The house was clean and accommodated our family well. The hosts were very friendly and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeff b.

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

Quiet country stay

This home was perfect for a quiet country stay in the woods. It was very clean and comfortable. The location was perfect for visiting the Old Forge area attractions. The owners were easy to reach and very helpful. Will definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily Z.

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

Cozy home

We loved this location! Very peaceful and cozy! Perfect for our family! Very clean and accurate listing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie A.

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

Great Place!

We stayed here for a long weekend to visit family. Directions provided were perfect and everything stayed was accurate. The home was a good size, had a full kitchen (though we only used the fridge and coffeemaker), and the sofas and beds were comfy. Ann was wonderful to work with. Thank you so much for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Old Forge getaway

We had a wonderful time snowmobiling and enjoying the wildlife. Directions to the house and check in went flawlessly thanks to Ann’s detailed instructions. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Wonderful little cottage

This “camp” was the perfect place for my family and our friends to stay. The place was very clean and more spacious than anticipated. The hosts were easy to communicate with and very accommodating. The kitchen was very well equipped and the location was perfect for getting to local eateries, shops, and hikes. We are already looking forward to our next trip up!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie J.

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

Beautiful country setting

The home was clean and cozy. Cute decor. Deer in the front yard the entire stay. Country setting but close to attractions. The owners were wonderful and had great communication! Would definitely stay again as we had a great time for our sister's get-away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

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

Old Forge

It was beautiful ..good times with friends...owners were !st Class !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrie A.

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

THCC TOUR

This house was the perfect size for the 3 of us. It was very cute and clean. The hosts were very informative and we found it with no trouble. We had no issues and enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A really pleasant, comfortable place to stay! Ann was very responsive and easy to reach, and the home was clean and well-equipped. I hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

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

Fabulous house

We were very pleased with this house. The host was very gracious. Everything was clean and neat. Plenty of space, great yard and deck. Nice details inside. Would definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John l.

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

Little piece of paradise

Smooth trip lots of fun and would do it again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

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

A fun and relaxing weekend!

We had the best experience! We felt as if it was our own home and loved everything about it! Definitely recommend for a quiet getaway! We’ll definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ann and Mark Pickering

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I married a man, Mark, who grew up camping and skiing in the Adirondacks. When raising our two sons, we made a camping trip to the Adirondacks a summer routine. When the boys left for college (and beyond), we decided to make more of a commitment to the area we love. We bought a "camp" (as the locals call it). Old Forge seemed the best in terms of proximity (we live in PA) and in terms of access to all the beauty and fun of the area. We are blessed to have our camp and would love to share it with you with the hope you love it and the surroundings as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

We love how close our home is to town, yet feels so remote in the woods! Lots of great walking paths in Hollywood Hills, and we love the private beach access!

Languages:

English

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