Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY

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9.4

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Galway, NY

Galway Lake1 min walk
Saratoga Performing Arts Center26 min drive
Saratoga Race Course27 min drive
Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)32 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Full Size

1 Double Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Great lake views. Great fishing (smallmouth bass, pickerel, walleye, crappie, perch, sunfish).
No gas motors are allowed. Definitely "kid-friendly."
4 Kayaks, canoe and life jackets available.
25 Minute drive to Downtown Saratoga Springs
Grill, fire pit..

4 Bedrooms
1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Full

There is a wood burning fire place in the living room, a pellet stove in the sun room and a gas fire place in one of the bedrooms and yes we provide wood. Linens are provided. Cable TV and Netflix!

COVID 19 UPDATES: We are here to ensure check in/check out is as smooth as possible. All host and guest interactions will follow state and federal guidelines, face masks will be required during host and guest interactions.

Property manager

Michael

Premier Host

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

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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

Broadalbin

Located in Broadalbin, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Galway Town Hall and Schoharie Crossing are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pioneer Hills Golf Course and Galway Golf Course. Wildlife Sports and Education Museum and Adirondack Animal Land are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Galway, NY

What's nearby

Galway Lake - 1 min walk
Saratoga Performing Arts Center - 26 min drive
Saratoga Race Course - 27 min drive
Saratoga Racetrack - 27 min drive
Saratoga Casino and Raceway - 30 min drive

Getting around

Amsterdam Station - 19 min drive
Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Project 29 Pub & Filling Station - ‬9 min drive
‪C P's Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
‪Cronies - ‬9 min drive
‪Village Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
‪Nicolino's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Retreat on Galway Lake, NY located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Galway Lake and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Galway Town Hall. Galway Park and Galway Public Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

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

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

13 June 2024

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

Galway Gem

We stayed on the property for 4 nights. Wish the weather would have cooperated more but not the properties problem. We cooked breakfast every morning. Everything you needs to make breakfast was available. Will definitely stay at the property in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

31 Aug 2023

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

Spacious home on a beautiful lake

My husband and I stayed with a another couple in this beautiful home on the lake. The main floor has a large kitchen/living room area and a spacious sunroom where we enjoyed our coffee every morning looking out at the great view of the lake. There were several options to have our meals including a large kitchen table, however, because the weather was so nice we chose to eat either at the table in the sunroom or at the one on the deck. The lake is very clean and we took advantage of the kayaks that were at the property to explore the lake. The upstairs bedrooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable. Michael is a great host! He responded quickly to any questions we had. Looking forward to coming back to this home again soon!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard & Shellie S.

30 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful lakefront vacation home

The multiple porches and dock were ideal, and we loved to kayak on the beautiful lake. The communication with the owner was very good.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

7 Aug 2023

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

Lovely

Our family of 5 enjoyed the very roomy, clean and comfortable lake house. Took full advantage, daily, of the kayaks & zero gravity chairs on lakeside dock. The fishing was good right off the dock as well as out in kayak. The house flowed nicely from Kitchen to sunroom. Bedrooms very spacious and we all slept great on comfy beds! Very quiet lake. Our host was very kind. Thank you , again. We hope to visit another time, God willing. M.L.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

1 Aug 2023

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

Lovely lake retreat

We had a wonderful stay at this Galway lake rental. Our host, Michael, was friendly and gracious when we arrived, showing us around and making us comfortable with his home. He even came by when I called with a few questions about lighting and fan controls. The rental itself was everything the pictures depicted. Just beautiful, roomy and relaxing with an amazing view of the lake. We kayaked, walked, had a day at the races and enjoyed fires at night in the outdoor fire pit. We loved being at the lake and hope to come back. Susan Naple

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jill-n T.

20 July 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Shortcomings but overall enjoyable

We rented this property because of it's proximity to Saratoga Springs and it's location on a lake. We did not receive checkin information or a key and sent messages with no response. The house was open when we arrived. There was no key for us to lock the house. The house was tastefully decorated and clean with the exception of cobwebs in all rooms. The cooking pans were aged, and difficult to clean. The AC in the front bedroom facing the lake could not be used because the remote did not work and we did not have a phillips screwdriver or batteries or directions. TV in front sunroom did not work because it could not connect to the internet/wifi. We could not use the wifi until Monday when Michael came to the house with batteries and discovered the paper with wifi password and username were wrong. Linens and mattresses were superior. Towels and toiletries were provided and excellent quality. The phone number we were given was the old property manager number that was listed on the listing. There was no instruction booklet about using appliances or the check-in or check-out process. Michael gave us a key on Monday, the 3rd day of our stay, changed batteries and showed us how to use A/C. The kayaks had to be cleaned as they were covered in slugs, dirt, leaves and debris. The furniture on the decks had to be cleaned with a hose because they were also dirty. The exterior of the house is not as clean as the photos indicate. In spite of these pitfalls, we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizz C.

4 July 2023

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

Fourth of July on the Lake

The house was wonderful. Large enough to host a group of 7 friends comfortably. The kitchen is equipped with everything you need. The lake is beautiful - we sat on the dock surrounded by fish and a family of ducks and watched a bald eagle circling the lake from the kayaks. Would absolutely recommend to anyone traveling as a group or a family.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia F.

3 Sept 2022

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

Great location on peaceful Galway Lake!

Such a lovely property! We had a total of 7 adult family members for our first get-together since COVID and really enjoyed our stay. The lake was beautiful and so peaceful, and we loved relaxing on the anti-gravity chairs on the dock. We kayaked, cooked in the large kitchen, made smores by the fire outside, and enjoyed spending time together in the bright, comfy sunroom. The two upstairs bedrooms were huge. The upstairs bathroom was also big and had plenty of towels. The two downstairs bedrooms were small and one of those bedrooms only had a twin bed and did not have a door, but it worked out fine for us since we had 7 people and not 8. The location was only 30 minutes from downtown Saratoga Springs, which was super convenient for those of us who went to the track. We appreciated that Michael stopped by on the second day to give us the lay of the land. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ofelia B.

27 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful setting

We loved the outdoors. The lake is beautiful and we swam and used the boat and kayaks. The house was very well decorated and had a terrific family room. The only issue with the house was that there was a one step up to enter eachbedroom in the second floor. So if you are older or don’t see well, it would be easy to fall. Our host, Michael, was very nice and treated us to a couple if pay per view movies. I would stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jane H.

13 Aug 2022

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

Great fishing!

Nice and quiet, beautiful view of the lake, loved the sunroom and deck to sit and look out over the lake. Nice dock with chairs for fishing. Used kayaks almost everyday. Caught lots of fish from dock and from kayaks out on the lake. House was well equipped. Michael was very responsive when we had questions. We would go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

30 July 2022

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

Galway

Great

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kim P.

28 July 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing vacation

Galway lake is a small quiet lake. The house was nice, well equipped with a beautiful view from the sunroom. Beds were comfortable and neighbors were quiet. The house was not cleaned to our standards upon arrival but Michael came to the house quickly to discuss the issue and rectified the situation to our satisfaction. We enjoyed the kayaks but unfortunately there was too much seaweed in the lake for us to comfortably swim from the dock, which was a little disappointing for our teenager.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula Z.

18 July 2022

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

We had a great time.

The new dock with the recline chairs were perfect for watching amazing sunrises. The kitchen was fully stocked with anything you could need. Would definitely come back!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc U.

11 Sept 2021

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

Exactly as Advertised

The Lake House is exactly as shown in the pictures. The interior spaces are all extremely comfortable. We spent most of our mornings in the sunroom, which is wonderful. After dinner drinks on the deck overlooking the lake were perfect. I definitely recommend this property and Michael and his property manager Veronica. Both are top flight.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie B.

18 July 2021

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

Galway Vacay

First time staying at a VRBO. Location was perfect. Lakeside and 20 minutes from everything. Enough space for all to spread out.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paulina K.

15 Oct 2020

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

Wonderful, relaxing vacation!

The house was spacious, clean, comfortable and beautifully maintained. We enjoyed kayaking and building fires, but spent most of the time on the deck and in the "sun room” – the waterfront location and view were beautiful. Overall the stay felt like visiting a friend’s house, rather than renting one.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

14 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful lake house

My friends and I had a wonderful time cooking for each other, building fires, and using the lake. It was a relaxing space to be in, and you can tell the owners put a lot of care into setting it up. We had a lot of people (6 at a time) working from the house, and the wifi was not great at times. Would work well if there were less demand on it.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

James P.

14 Sept 2020

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

Beautiful Lake / Relaxing Vacation

The property is exactly as described, but Galway lake is even more beautiful than the pictures. The house is extremely well-equipped and the bedrooms are very comfortable. Views from the sitting room and deck are fantastic. The lake is picturesque, quiet and (at least for us) not at all crowded. We would definitely stay there again and recommend the property.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yifat T.

8 Sept 2020

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

Great Labor Day weekend at the lake

We had a great weekend at the lake house. In spite of a few housekeeping issues to start, the house manager addressed them and both her and the owner were very responsive and helpful. The kitchen is well suited for cooking dinners and the house with the view of the lake leaves you no choice but to relax and slow down. Teens Kayaked while adults relaxed at the waterfront, nightly fires , s’mores and nice neighbors. We will definitely try and come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

11 Aug 2020

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

Best Vacation Ever!

We couldn't recommend this house, and the owner Michael, highly enough. Both were exceptional. The house is exactly as pictured so the location is outstanding. The house itself extremely well-stocked for a vacation home with tons of helpful amenities. Of course, with the lake on your doorstep, we made full use of the kayaks and canoes and had a really fabulous time. On top of all that, there's Michael, super helpful and friendly and nothing was too much trouble for him. Do yourself a favor and book Michael's place you will not regret the views, the amenities, or your host! The family voted it our best vacation ever! Thank you Michael.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

a k.

20 June 2020

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

Beautiful lake front

Nice place with lots of space. Everything we needed there. Bed was comfortable in master bedroom facing road. Champagne for us on arrival.was kind. We went out-in tandem kayak for a tour of the lake. It was nice without gas powered boats around. Lots of bird/duck/goose watching. We saw a Bald eagle each day we were there. Neighbors were friendly and not loud.. the only thing I would suggest is a book/or guide for/at the house letting the renters know some things about the house ( garbage removal, info on locks/keys, is there a garbage disposal, witch kayaks outside are ok to use... etc.). We have found this to be helpful at other rentals. Thank you .

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020