Located within a 5-minute walk of Friends Lake, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of Hudson River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.
Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Friends Lake Inn - 5 min drive
Main Street Ice Cream Parlor - 8 min drive
The Hub - 13 min drive
Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course - 18 min drive
The Bullhouse - 8 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.
Big single-level house with firepit & spacious yard - lake access nearby
Pine's Way Camp
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Come visit this contemporary, one-level home with lake rights on the eastern shore of Friends Lake. It's perfect for a small group, offering Adirondack style and easy walking distance to the lake. The open living area provides ample space for a game night. Sink into the plush seating and enjoy a movie on the flatscreen TV. Offering stainless steel appliances and ample meal prep space, the open layout kitchen is the perfect spot for conversation and great cooking. Custom blinds and wood beam ceilings give you a sense of coziness throughout the home. As the day winds down, enjoy your private firepit for evening campfires right outside your back door. Let the kids play catch in the large backyard, or take a walk to the beach and watch the loons. Walk down to the shared sandy beach with a swim raft and amazing sunset views.
Things to Know This is a quiet lake. Neighbors are particularly sensitive to loud noises. Many will immediately call the state police if guests are loud or intrusive. Please respect these neighbors. Please note that there is no public boat launch on Friend's Lake and no boat launch at this location. You are not allowed to bring your own boats to this lake. This includes kayaks, canoes, and other small personal watercraft. Trash service is not available at this property. This property is located in an area administered by the Adirondack Park Commission. As with many remote homes in the Adirondack Park, this is a carry-in, carry-out location. Please take trash to the Chestertown Landfill/Transfer Station . We recommend calling early in your stay to find out fees and open days. This property is managed by Vacasa New York LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles. This rental is located on floor 1.
Dock details:
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Vacasa of New York
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Garden
Unit size: 2,021 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
This property doesn't allow pets
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 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: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Chestertown within a short 4-minute walk of Friends Lake. You'll also find Hudson River and Loon Lake within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Big single-level house with firepit & spacious yard - lake access nearby a good place to stay for couples?
At this historic vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Big single-level house with firepit & spacious yard - lake access nearby?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial), which is 28.2 mi away (44 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Big single-level house with firepit & spacious yard - lake access nearby?
No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Big single-level house with firepit & spacious yard - lake access nearby.
Big single-level house with firepit & spacious yard - lake access nearby Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 32 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews
8 - Good
11
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 32 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Rosemary B.
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Gore mountain vacation
Loved the big livingroom and its oversized couch. Nice time relaxing with family.
Rosemary B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
JOANNE W.
Dec 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot -peaceful and quiet
We went to stay for the Warrensburgh yard sale. It was perfect and not far from all the fun. Thank you
JOANNE W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jul 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake George VRBO
Overall a very good time. Fun house for friends to hang out and relax. I'd consider installing A/C. Very hot in there and the humidity is destryoing all the nice woodwork. No real complaints though.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Brandin A.
Jan 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Gore Mountain
Everything 5 stars besides the people in town. They are rude to foreigners.
Brandin A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
4/10 Poor
Katarzyna K.
Jan 8, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Would not stay there again...
Good evening,
Just returned today from our trip. For the most part we enjoyed out stay. There were few cons to our stay which I would you to point out.
The most disappointing part was that the house had mouse infestation. Mouse excrements were in the kitchen drawers and cabinets. Unfortunately we used utensils and then we noticed mouse excrements in the drawers. Looks like cleaning service did not notice that, so I want you to make aware of that issue. I hoped you are able to waive the cleaning fee due to this problem as well.
In attachment please find the pictures .
In addition coffee maker (black one) is not working. The power is on but water doesn't flow to the pot.
We were most of the day out (skiing) and only returned in the evening and only 2 people were able to shower in the hot water afterwards hot water was gone and we had to wait like another 2 hours for the hot water to be back .
I emailed the owner in private message 5 days ago with no response and again 2 days ago... After I did not receive the response I am posting on public forum so people are aware what sanitary conditions are up for. I was trying to attach pictures but there was no option. If you guide me how to attach pictures I will gladly provide evidence.
Katarzyna K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dale F.
Oct 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little house
The house was roomy and open and so very clean and accommodating with everything we needed
Dale F.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Jul 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
good value, some inconsistencies
Overall, this place is a good value for the money -- three adult bedrooms and a kids' room with four solid bunk beds, two bathrooms with showers. The area is very quiet, in the woods but only 8 minutes from a small town. The backyard is nice. There are neighbors on all four sides, but it still felt private. There were some inconsistencies in the listing, though, that made it a little less than perfect stay. The listing made it seem like we would be in a very isolated area and need to bring in all groceries on arrival, as well as taking our trash to the town landfill before leaving. However, like I said above, the house is 8 minutes from a Tops grocery store and has regular trash pickup, so you can just use the outdoor trash bins. The booking said that Google maps lists the address wrong and to follow directions in the booking, but it did not include directions; it took three attempts to get a response from the property manager, who did send directions a few days before our trip, but it turned out that the Google map was actually correct after all. The listing did not include a grill but did include a pantry; there was a small charcoal grill alongside the fire pit (a nice option to know about), but there were zero pantry items, not even salt or pepper, and no trash bags. Finally -- and I say this as someone who grew up in a very rural area and dealt with a lot of critters -- there were an inordinate amount of spiders in the house, enough that they built webs in several places along the hallway at night.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
antonio g.
Sep 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and very clean, highly recommend
This is a great house, very spacious, comfortable and clean. Booking process was very simple and well organized. I highly recommend this house for a great location and lake near by. Will book again in the future.
antonio g.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Marc M.
Apr 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Family Getaway
Our family wanted to getaway to Lake George for the weekend and ended up renting for an additional day.
The house was very clean and spacious. I appreciated the extra towels and linens found in the bathrooms. I loved the open floor plan and high ceilings. There were some areas that were in need of repair (ceiling in one of the bedrooms had a hole where it looked like someone tried to tape a seam but failed to finish). There was a short walk behind house to a private lake. Neighbors seemed friendly. The back yard was small but cozy and we especially loved the firepit and charcoal grill.
Some suggestions for management to improve the property:
-Install a dishwasher:
We wanted to be on vacation from doing household chores.
-Fix the hot water:
Our family of 5 had to take short 5 minute showers because
the hot water was constantly running out.
-Add more seating:
We are a family of 5 but there were only 4 chairs at the
kitchen table. It is probably a good idea to add some bar
stools around island and adding two more chairs to the
dinner table for extra guests.
Some suggestions for guests:
Purchase all necessary items (food, wood, charcoal, etc) before you arrive. The house is located in a rural area and stores are quite a distance away and close early.
Check to see when the local landfill is open. We cleaned the house after our stay and when we were leaving we were surprised to learn that the Chestertown Landfill was closed on a Tuesday morning.
Important to note: Lake George is about a half hour drive away from this house.
Special thanks to management:
Thank you so much for making our family feel at home! The special memories we created during our stay will not soon be forgotten.
Marc M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Julie V.
Apr 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a stay in the Adirondacks
This house was very nice and clean. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. It was a great stay!
Julie V.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Steven Y.
Jan 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
We had a nice stay. The house was clean and as advertised.
Steven Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Joe O.
Oct 4, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Quick weekend with my son and some friends. Great location. Enough room for all. Had trouble with the Tv and was fix within 24 hrs. Great communication with property management. Great place. Would stay again.
Joe O.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Robert G.
Sep 5, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Enjoyed the stay. Close to chestertown and the amenities. The only downside to the property was the mattresses. Overall a great place to go.
Robert G.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
6/10 Okay
Anna K.
Jun 28, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Not as listed
The property was very clean.
There is NO dishwasher as listed.
There is NO air condition as listed.
Fridge leaked entire time. Called manager and said they know it happens and that was the end of conversation.
Hot water was scarce.
The neighbors are Right next to you so be aware. The main photo of house does not show how close they are.
The grill listed is a gas grill and states they will bring a propane tank. The grill is a tiny charcoal grill with no charcoal.
It is a clean property and was nice to stay in but it lists things that are not there and it inconvenience our trip with a couple runs to the store.
Anna K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
8/10 Good
Clark M.
Mar 30, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
The rental property is nice and very large. The kitchen was nice and the amenities were adiquite. The only thing that was a disappointment was the Roku remote was no where to be found until we found it cleaning up to leave. I did reach out and no one returned my message.
Clark M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
8/10 Good
Michelle C.
Oct 12, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Spacious, Quiet
Amazing just like the pictures it’s very open and spacious. We did realize like others said there was missing light bulbs in all the rooms. A heads up the road to get to the house is pretty dark and there is no outside lights when you get to the property/door. I would recommend flash lights because it is very dark. Regarding the shower situation, there was 2 spacious bathrooms. I was with 9 people we all had to take 10 min showers so that we didn’t run out of hot water. Over all the stay was amazing we didn’t have any real complaints besides what I stated above. Thank you so much for having us!!
Michelle C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
10/10 Excellent
Keith C.
Aug 27, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family
Very clean and spacious! Amenities were nice. Located within 30min of many fun adventurous places
Keith C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Renee R.
Aug 10, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside house Chestertown NY
House was perfect size for 10 people, very roomy, clean. Lake was beautiful. Negatives... hot water runs out after 3 showers, neighbors dogs bark all hours of night, not all lights had bulbs that worked. No cable to TV.