A spectacular location on the Gold Coast of the Adirondack National Park.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10130 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Willsboro, NY

Ausable Chasm27 min drive
Shelburne Museum54 min drive
Shelburne Farms58 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Nestled at the bottom of Willsboro Bay on the Adirondack Gold Coast, where the mountains meet the lake, this home feels perfectly private, yet provides convenient access to Burlington, Plattsburgh, & Lake Placid.
200+ feet of waterfront shoreline creates the perfect setting for water activities such as paddleboarding, kayaking or a relaxing family flotilla. A 60 ft dock and convenient location to the public boat launch expands swimming, fishing and boating possibilities.
On sunny days, enjoy games on the expansive lawn or in the vintage paddle tennis court, which also features a basketball hoop. On rainy afternoons, the home is well appointed with board games puzzles, & cozy nooks designed for curling up with a good book.
This home has all the amenities necessary for preparing meals together and enjoying unplugged family time. The large deck and sunroom are perfect spaces for gathering together. The master bedroom, sleeping porch, & bunk room style attic create the feeling of privacy when you need your own space.
This home has been lovingly renovated with modern conveniences, such as 3 all-new bathrooms, while carefully maintaining vintage details like the 1950s retro-style kitchen and original 1920s field stone fireplace ( we hope to have it functioning in the future, but no indoor fires for now). Cable and internet access are available for checking the modern world, but you won/t really feel like it!
At the end of the day, enjoy western views of Rattlesnake Mountain by the campfire, beautiful sunsets (Yes! Rare sunsets on the NY side of Lake Champlain), and starry nights chasing fireflies. You can even set your watch by the passing 11pm train which charmingly disappears into a tunnel across the bay. The boaters certainly know the legendary beauty of this spot, but you can have the privilege of enjoying it by land.

1hr from Burlington
10 minutes from the Essex Ferry Dock
30 minutes to Lake Placid
20 minutes to Ausable Chasm
Located within the Adirondack National Park

Property manager

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Great for kids, but not completely childproof.

Events

No events allowed

This is a quiet residential area.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING

We hope to have it renovated in the future, but NO FIRES INSIDE THE FIELDSTONE FIREPLACE

Please leave our house as you find it. The welcome letter upon arrival has more detailed information.

Internet service and limited cell service is available. No landline, so we recommend enabling your WiFi Calling or downloading a calling app.

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

Note from host: This is a quiet residential area.

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

Willsboro

Located in Willsboro, this holiday home is on a lake. Lake Champlain and Lake Champlain Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ausable Chasm and Waterfront Park. Vermont Teddy Bears and Gordon H. Paquette Arena at Leddy Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

Willsboro, NY

What's nearby

Ausable Chasm - 27 min drive
Shelburne Museum - 54 min drive
Shelburne Farms - 58 min drive
University of Vermont - 66 min drive
Church Street Marketplace - 66 min drive

Getting around

Port Kent Station - 31 min drive
Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Inn at Shelburne Farms - ‬64 min drive
‪Turtle Island Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪Ethel's Dew Drop Inn - ‬6 min drive
‪Sportsman's Dinette - ‬7 min drive
‪Upper Deck Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A spectacular location on the Gold Coast of the Adirondack National Park. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A spectacular location on the Gold Coast of the Adirondack National Park. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A spectacular location on the Gold Coast of the Adirondack National Park. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A spectacular location on the Gold Coast of the Adirondack National Park. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Adirondack Park and Lake Champlain. 1812 Homestead Museum and Oldham Theater are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

7 July 2022

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

Beautiful location

We loved our time here and could not ask for a more beautiful or relaxing setting. The host was very responsive and helpful, check-in was seamless, and the house was clean and comfortable. Thanks for helping make our vacation so enjoyable!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S., Saratoga Springs, NY

2 July 2022

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

Relaxing

Sitting on the porch looking at the bay was very relaxing. The beds were comfortable, and the bathrooms were new. Cute kitchen. We were able to make day trips to Burlington and Lake Placid. The host was helpful when I emailed and left instructions that were helpful.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Timothy and Katie B.

11 Oct 2021

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

Great early fall getaway

My husband and I stayed here in late September. It was a great base camp for exploring the Adirondack region. The house and location were peaceful and quiet.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracey O.

29 Aug 2021

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

Great place for the family

Beautiful home with amazing views of the lake. I loved sitting on the deck in the morning as the sun was coming up and the beautiful sunsets in the evening over the lake! Our boys absolutely loved their room- what kid wouldn’t love a whole open floor to themselves. Each had their own little nook and they loved the bean bag chairs! The house had everything we needed and was beautifully decorated. We spent a lot of time swimming off the dock and using the paddle boards and kayaks that came with the house. The owner was very helpful and easy to work with. Thanks for a great vacation on Lake Champlain!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

9 Aug 2021

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

Charming!

This home was a wonderful, comfortable summer respite. Everything was as described and communication was great. There was a wonderful notebook that provided very helpful suggestions for activities, restaurants, along with details about the house. I can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

2 Aug 2021

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

Gorgeous Lakefront

Lovingly restored waterfront cottage. Well equipped and full of thoughtful details. Wonderful week despite the not so summery weather.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James P.

12 Aug 2020

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

*****

Great location

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

8 Aug 2019

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

Perfect cottage for our family vacation

Great experience from start to finish. Cottage is lovely and the setting on Willsboro Bay is gorgeous. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

7 Aug 2019

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

We didn't want to leave!

Charming cottage in an idyllic setting. KD was fantastic to work with and we enjoyed an amazing week with family . The only thing to improve upon would be letting guests know how difficult it will be to leave the perfect setting :). We want to go back already! Thanks for sharing your beautiful, well appointed home with us.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Miranda L.

26 Aug 2018

Complete Relaxation

Charming, relaxing, beautifully renovated and tastefully decorated; no detail of Matt and Kelly's lake house has been left untouched! My husband, two children, and I recently spent 8 nights here and have nothing but positive to say! The children fell in love with the upstairs space and quickly took it over. They spent the remainder of their vacation playing tennis, swinging in the hammock, tubing behind our family boat and swimming. I myself instantly went into relaxation mode upon entering the sunroom. The views and sunsets from this property are simply breath taking! This home has everything you could possibly need to completely enjoy the Adirondacks! Don't forget your water shoes as you will most certainly want to swim in the crystal clear waters of Lake Champlain! The campfires under the clear starry skies were certainly a place of relaxation for my husband! Memories that will last a lifetime were made here, and we very much look forward to staying again next summer!

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

25 Aug 2018

A relaxing and charming gem!

This cottage is amazing! Clean and charming with fabulous touches around the home with all the modern amenities. It was hard to decide which comfy place to relax in! Plenty of privacy. Owner was easily accessible and description was accurate. We enjoyed use of the paddle boards and kayaks, as well as jumping off the dock, to access the lake. We enjoyed some local biking and felt safe on the roads. I would highly recommend this property and hope that I can visit here again.