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A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by dense trees and a clear view of the water.
A wooden cabin interior with a loft bed, a small table, and a bookshelf.
Outdoor dining
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a plaid sofa, a television on a stand, and a dining table with chairs.
TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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AuSable Forks, NY
  • Place, Fern Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ausable Chasm
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirror Lake
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Au Sable Forks

This cottage places you next to Fern Lake and within a 15-minute drive of Black Brook Town Hall. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Fern Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ausable Chasm - 30 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Whiteface Mountain - 31 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Mirror Lake - 41 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • Olympic Center - 42 min drive - 28.5 miles

Getting around

  • Port Kent Station - 35 min drive
  • Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fan House - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Mad River Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Real 20 Main - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Little Italy Pizzeria - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪River Goose Cafe - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Relaxing Island Getaway

Set on beautiful Fern Lake with amazing views of the Adirondack Mountains, this vacation cottage is the only one on a private 1.5 acre island located about 800 feet from shore. The rental Includes use of the island, cottage, boats, and mainland driveway with lake access and boat launching capability. A rowboat with electric motor, canoe, and three kayaks are available for transportation to the island and recreation.

Sleeps 7 comfortably with 3 double beds, 1 single bed. Wood stove, electric oven/stove, microwave, refrigerator, running lake water, bottled drinking water required, kitchen sink, bathroom sink, very clean outhouse toilets (2), indoor toilet for emergency only, tub/shower, bedroom sink, outdoor gas grill, outdoor fire pit.

Bring your own towels and bedding or sleeping bags. Take food and garbage out with you or to nearby transfer station or place in garbage bin on shore for $7. No smoking inside cabin. Please leave place clean like you found it.

Weekly rentals are available (7 nights). Minimum 3 night stay.

Cats unfortunately are not allowed due to allergies, but dogs are welcome.

Our 7 person limit is to help preserve the facilities, the island's habitat, and it's infrastructure. For any special requests regarding group size, please contact us directly.

Activities allowed on Fern Lake and Nearby Attractions:
Kayaking, canoeing, sailing, motor boating, skiing, tubing, fishing, swimming, hiking, relaxing, High Peaks nearby, Ausable Chasm 30 minutes away, Whiteface Mountain 20 minutes away, Lake Placid and shopping 30 minutes away, Plattsburgh 30 minutes away, Canada 45 minutes away, Montreal 1 hr 30 minutes away.
The cottage features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. The cottage also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Bring your own towels and bedding or sleeping bags. Take food and garbage with you, to transfer station, or place in bin for garbage pickup for $7.
No smoking in cabin. Respect neighbors on the lake by limiting noise after 11 p.m. Please leave place clean like you found it.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Relaxing Island Getaway Cottage
Relaxing Island Getaway Au Sable Forks
Relaxing Island Getaway Cottage Au Sable Forks

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this cottage?

This cottage is located in Au Sable Forks, just steps from Fern Lake. Larry Ryan Mountain is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.

Is parking available on site at Relaxing Island Getaway?

Yes, there is an electric car charging station available.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Relaxing Island Getaway?

At this lakeside cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, a mountain view in some cottage, as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Relaxing Island Getaway?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Relaxing Island Getaway?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.), which is 29.7 mi away (45 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lake Placid, NY (LKP), which is located 23.6 mi away (44-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Relaxing Island Getaway?

Yes, every cottage at Relaxing Island Getaway comes with a patio and some offer mountain and water views.

Relaxing Island Getaway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan P.

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

Secluded Getaway

We loved this cozy island retreat. Hosts were fantastic, easy to get to and once we were there we were all alone one our private island - the dogs loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Perfect , secluded getaway

Place was awesome! Very peaceful and serene. Enjoyed swimming right off the deck, boating fishing etc. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric V.

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

Beautiful and Unique Stay

What a special place. It's not every day that you need to take a boat to get from the car to your rental. The only thing to keep in mind is that the pontoon is not included.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Homer R.

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

Repeat visit

We continue to love this place as the ultimate unplug and recharge experience. Other than upgrading the downstairs bed, there's nothing we would change. And the new boat is a lovely upgrade for sunset cruising. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Homer R.

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

Unplugged

We loved the privacy, the quiet, the ability for our dog to roam off leash, the ease of swimming and boating, the cheerily lit pathways, the cozy cottage. It was just what we'd hoped for.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Beautiful ADK experience

I booked this location for a Father & Son fishing trip. It was perfect! Over the week we caught over 20 fish a day in the pond. Between the boat and the kayaks we explored the entirety of Fern Lake. We also had an opportunity to fly fish one of the best rivers only 20 minutes away. The Camp was in excellent shape. Perfect for our trip or an entire family!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brittany M.

Relaxing!

Great place! Loved kayaking, fishing, and swimming. Did get cell reception with AT&T, but not fast enough for streaming. Only real complaint is that the size boat to come to the island is pretty tiny for having to bring all your food supplies, towels and blankets. With 2 adults and one dog, we had to take 3 round trips to drop our stuff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Peaceful return to nature

Such a wonderful property, with every water toy you could possibly need. So much time and thought has been put into the property to ensure all guests are entertained and taken care of. Aside from the boats listed there are floats galore to enjoy the beautiful water out the front door. A wide selection of games for quieter times. What we enjoyed most was watching the bald eagle perch in the islands treetops and hunt in the rocks outside, so amazing. The loons were a delight to watch and listen to as we sipped coffee in the morning and relaxed in the evening. Simply beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Absolutely wonderful!!!

We truly enjoyed our time at the cabin. It was an incredibly unique getaway. The boats, kayaks, canoes etc. were great! The cabin is perfect and the island provides a wonderful getaway. The deck and firepit areas were a great way to relax. And don’t be scared about the outhouses. :) Getting back and forth on the boat was easy. The Boston whaler is a nice stable little boat and it’s easy to operate. Plus it’s awesome for fishing. It would be nice if the boat had some lights or maybe a flashlight on it for evening arrival or if you go out to dinner and come back to the island in the dark. We brought flashlights with us so it wasn’t an issue at all. If you like to fish make sure to bring your fishing gear. The fishing was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Amazing Island Getaway

My family had a fabulous stay at this cozy camp, which was exactly as advertised! Steve was very communicative and answered my questions before I even asked! The island was amazing! We spent time on the various docks, swimming and kayaking. Watching the loons, an eagle, a beaver, and chipmunks was so much fun. The water was clean and clear and refreshing. The fire pit was a hit as well! The camp had everything we needed! The beds were comfortable, and the tv and dvd player and board games came in handy on rainy days. The outhouses were clean and well lit. The use of the Whaler made our comings and goings very enjoyable. It was reliable and had plenty of room for us and our stuff. Lastly, I highly recommend this camp for the location. It’s close to so many wonderful hiking trails and Lake Placid.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

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

Perfect Getaway! Awesome Island Camp

We enjoyed every second of this vacation on the island--to the point that we extended our stay! The lake and view is beauitful, the camp is quite comfy--you feel instantly relaxed---and the island itself is a nice retreat to get away from it all! We enjoyed fishing, eating some nice small mouth bass, campfires, boating around the island, watching an Eagle eat his meal right in front of the camp on the rocks, listening to the loons and waking up to the sun rising in the am with a cup of coffee in hand. Accomodations were perfect for us---you will NOT be dissapointed. The camp is clean and well appointed as an ADK camp. We LOVED it! Thanks Steve!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Amazing views with a rustic feel

My family of 6 (2 adults and 4 kids) had an amazing time at the cabin on the island. The sandy swim area was perfect for the smaller kids and there was a huge variety of activities to do. My brother and his family live locally and came over 2 days to spend the days with us and enjoyed it as well. My older 2 kids even took the kayaks out a few times. Along with the kids, my dog enjoyed being able to roam freely. I would recommend this beautiful island getaway to any family.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Away from the grind!!

This is the perfect place to unwind from all of life's craziness. Superior communication from owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

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

Best Vacation ever

We had the absolute best time ever. From the quick responses before we arrived to the above and beyond help from Steve getting to and from the island we couldn't have asked for a better host. The cottage was adorable, super clean and full of everything we could have possibly needed. Our kids loved the freedom to roam as did our dogs. We caught a ton of large mouth bass and they were delicious. The view was amazing but waking up to the sunrise was breathtaking. The kayaks were so fun and the fire pit was a perfect way to end our nights. The outhouses were so clean and it didn't even feel like we were "roughing it". Our kids didn't want to leave and neither did we. We also enjoyed going the ease of a day trip to Lake Placid and whiteface mountain. We literally had the BEST time and can't wait to visit again. Steve was literally the best host going out of his way to make sure our stay was easy and it was with all his help.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janine V.

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

Lovely lake vacation

My family loved staying here. The property is well taken care of. The wooded island pathways are lit up with strings of lights. The cabin and decks give you the experience of being right in nature. We swam, kayaked and hung out on the dock most of the time. We hope to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bella S.

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

Weekend Getaway

My friends and I absolutely loved our stay! It was so nice to getaway for the weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Family vacation during Covid

Very nice place . Rental was clean and well stocked The island was peaceful and was a great for all of us . Fantastic place for our dog .. Didn’t have to leash the dog..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

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

Do we have to go home?

We could not have asked for a better vacation spot. Steve was a pleasure and everything was as described. None of us wanted to leave. The kids (12,10,7,7,5) are all planning our trip back for next year. It was even suggested by several kids that we buy them the island. We loved every minute on the island. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Private Adirondack island!

It really is a beautiful and private spot for a peaceful relaxing escape. You can enjoy the lake right off the dock, with a great view of the mountains on the far shore. But it is just a couple minutes to the dock so you can get out and explore the mountains. The island is charming, with 2 docks, fire pit, boats aplenty, and a fairylit path around it. Be ready for a bit of rustic living, but I was pleased by the lack of internet for forcing me to unwind. It was a great week for my family, I would love to go again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenn S.

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

Relaxing Island Getaway

Exactly as advertised. The island and lake are beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Peaceful getaway

My sons and our dog had the best time. The guys fished each day and had good luck. Perfect for families with a pet. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Steve was super to work with. We will return! Jenn & M&M
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

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

Great Cabin Get Away

Excellent get away for those who want to deplug and enjoy nature and are not high maintenance people requiring all creature comforts. Our family had a terrific time and we took full advantage of the lake and also found time to hike the surrounding hills that dot the lake. Wood burning stove was an awesome amenity for the cooler nights in June..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deacon T.

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

Awesome cabin

Steve’s place is great. Clean, easy check in process, awesome location. As long as you don’t mind using a outhouse, this is an amazing rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

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

Fabulous island retreat. Well stocked kitchen, nice outhouses, wonderfully quiet peacefu lake for sw

Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne D.

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

Family vacation

Had a great time, weather was perfect owner was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019