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Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!

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1 bedroom, desk, Internet, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 560 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Caroga Lake, New York
  • Popular LocationWheelerville Bike Trails Access3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCanada Lake4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoint Breeze6 min drive
  • AirportSchenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County)57 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!

Enjoy the slower pace of lake life at this Caroga Lake vacation rental! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cabin with a loft features easy access to the lake for days filled with fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Explore the natural beauty of the Adirondacks from the trails in the Ferris Lake Wild Forest. In the evenings, warm up around the fire pit with campfire stories and s’mores. From here you're just a short drive from Royal Mountain Ski Area, snowmobiling, and top-tier cross-country skiing!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | 2 Smart TVs | Fire Pit w/ Seating | Gas Grill

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Loft: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

CABIN FEATURES: Beach towels, deck, yard, private lake access, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Electric stove/oven, refrigerator, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, Keurig, toaster, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Electric heating, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, keyless entry
FAQ: 2 exterior stairs required for access, 1st-floor bedroom & bathroom, limited cell service, no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR RECREATION: Caroga Lake (0.4 miles), Kane Mountain (3.9 miles), Canada Lake (4.7 miles), Peck Lake (5.4 miles), Willie Wildlife Marsh (7.8 miles), Shaker Mountain (10.8 miles), Ferris Lake Wild Forest (19.5 miles), Great Sacandaga Lake (22.9 miles), Mosher Marsh Preserve (26.9 miles), Wild Waters Outdoor Center Sacandaga Base (51.9)
WINTER FUN: Royal Mountain Ski Area (4.8 miles), Lapland Lake Cross-Country Ski Center (14.0 miles), West Mountain (54.9 miles), Gore Mountain (59.0 miles), snowshoeing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing
ATTRACTIONS: Sherman's Amusement Park (0.3 miles), Caroga Historical Association Museum (0.8 miles), Fulton County Museum (10.1 miles), Johnson Hall State Historic Site (12.1 miles), The Knox Mansion (13.4 miles), Adirondack Animal Land (16.8 miles), The Fort Plain Museum & Historical Park (20.7 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Saratoga Springs (40.9 miles), Albany (59.0 miles), Syracuse (98.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Albany International Airport (54.2 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 650 sq ft (60 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

472361

About the area

Caroga Lake

Located in Caroga Lake, this cottage is near the beach. Fort Johnstown and Johnson Hall State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wheelerville Bike Trails Access and Royal Mountain. Adirondack Animal Land and Wildlife Sports and Education Museum are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.

What's nearby

  • Wheelerville Bike Trails Access - 3 min drive
  • Canada Lake - 4 min drive
  • Kane Mountain Fire Tower - 5 min drive
  • Royal Mountain - 5 min drive
  • Point Breeze - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Station - 29 min drive
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Vrooman S Hotel - 8 min walk
  • Dick & Peg's Northward Inn - 6 min drive
  • Outlet - 2 min drive
  • Rockwood Tavern - 8 min drive
  • Coffee Shop - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Adirondack Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Wheelerville Bike Trails Access and Point Breeze. Canada Lake and Kane Mountain Fire Tower are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kacie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
I had a last minute family emergency and needed a place to stay, quick! This Caroga Lake location was available and it worked out wonderfully. The location was great and the size was perfect. Communication with the host was wonderful. I accidentally locked myself out (whoops 😂) and the issue was resolved within a reasonable time. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Danielle S.

Weekend getaway
Adorable cabin. Very quaint. Cleanliness could have been a little better. (Cobwebs everywhere). The bathroom door needs to be replaced and the light for the porch did not work (kind of dangerous for the porch steps at night) other than that had a wonderful time. Thank you! Danielle
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Tom A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice people but the property needs updates
First, the welcome basket and smores supplies were great; our granddaughter loved that. However, the property itself was noticeably run down. We rent properties in the Adirondacks several times every year, And this was one of the most rundown properties we have stayed at in several years. The bark trim around the doorways and windows was a problem - if you bumped or tapped it all the wood dust came falling out. And there was no vacuum to clean it up. The kitchen table looked handmade and was so old that even after cleaning it, it was still sticky. The dishes in the cupboards had to be washed before they could be used. The cupboards were dirty and there were cobwebs everywhere. For the cleaning fee that was charged, we definitely would expect more attention to detail there. The wood pellet grill on the back deck had no instructions so we had no idea how to work it. I downloaded the user manual and the app and we still weren’t able to grill steaks on it because it never achieved a high enough heat. The online reviews for that particular grill were terrible by the way. Overall, I would say that this property is extremely rundown and needs a lot of updates. Sorry, I have to be honest here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022