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Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Popular LocationMountain Creek Ski Resort8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMountain Creek Waterpark10 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrystal Springs Golf Resort18 min drive
  • AirportNewark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.)64 min drive

Most relevant reviews

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20/10 Excellent

A group of five ladies rented the cottage for a girls' weekend and I don't know why anyone would pay crazy $$$ to stay a...
Kara F.
Jan 29, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!

The quaint, lake town cottage is just a few short minutes from several private community beaches and sits on a quiet lot off the main country road.

The house was originally put up as a single room summer escape. In 2021, we finished a complete gut renovation. The finished house was recently featured in Dwell magazine.

We've provided modern luxuries for our oasis in the woods while maintaining its quaint feeling!

Summer Guests enjoy several beaches with lake access in the community. Guests can have access for a small fee required by the HOA. Surrounded by forest, there is plenty of hiking in the area as well.

Winter guests enjoy lots of skiing & tube activities nearby:

6 min - Winter 4 Kids
10 min - Mountain Creek Resort
20 min - Mount Peter
32 min - High Point Cross Country Ski

Property manager

Douglas Segulja

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

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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 - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets must be pre-approved.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

Contemporary Cottage Less Than an Hour From Nyc! Highland Lakes

About the area

Highland Lakes

Located in Highland Lakes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mountain Creek Ski Resort and Crystal Springs Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Travelling with kids? Consider Mountain Creek Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Zoom Ziplines. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Mountain Creek Ski Resort - 8 min drive
  • Mountain Creek Waterpark - 10 min drive
  • South Peak Express - 12 min drive
  • Crystal Springs Golf Resort - 18 min drive
  • Upper Greenwood Lake - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Boonton Station - 39 min drive
  • Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin' - 8 min drive
  • Crystal Springs Country Club - 18 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 29 min drive
  • Pizza Station - 8 min drive
  • Kites Restaurant - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC! located?

This family-friendly Highland Lakes holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Wawayanda State Park and Lake Wanda. Highland Lakes Beach 2 and Highland Lakes Beach 1 are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Near our family in NJ. Close to the city, very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara F., Montclair, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value, location, style and host!
A group of five ladies rented the cottage for a girls' weekend and I don't know why anyone would pay crazy $$$ to stay at one of the big nearby resorts and eat out when you can stay here, spread out comfortably, and do everything the area has to offer. We had spa treatments at Crystal Springs and visited wineries in the Warwick Valley during the day and came back to the cottage to relax in front of the fireplace in the evenings. If you're someone who cares about interior design--I do--the cottage is designed nicely and layed out well. With five adults we had to share rooms but everyone had her own bed, and two full bathrooms was plenty. The kitchen had enough dishware and cookware to meet all our needs and a huge table for dining and playing games. The host, Doug, was so friendly and communicative, I'm only sorry we didn't get to meet so I could thank him in person for sharing his lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Analia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This is our second summer returning to this lovely home in Highland Lakes. It’s perfect for us. My son, his wife and one year old and my daughter and her two year old, and us the parents/grandparents. We cooked in, ate out, participated in the clubhouse activities and went to the lake almost everyday. We can’t wait to return again. Communication is great, home is well kept and modern, and it’s not far from the city - so the drive back and forth is easy, if you need to.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandie L., Ludington

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
A Very nice and comfortable play to stay away from home. Very well appointed and close enough to the city to make trips in effortlessly. Would definitely come back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend getaway
The house was cozy and perfect for a family winter weekend getaway in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views!
My husband and I enjoyed staying at this property. The owner was very responsive, the kitchen well-stocked, the view outside the back was lovely. Whoever remodeled this home really knew how to use natural light. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highland Lakes Trip
Nice house very clean and modern.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marina E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect summer getaway!
Amazingly clean and modern house in perfect neibourhood with few beaches and very warm and clean lakes. We stayed second summer already, my children asked to come again:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

Great host
Would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

mihai alin d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a quick gateway
Left the city during the recent snow storm to enjoy some skiing at Mountain Creek. Doug was very accommodating and communication was great. The house is located conveniently and has all the necessary amenities for a pleasant stay. Will definitely revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022