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TV
TV
Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clayton, NY
  • Place, Antique Boat Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Thousand Islands Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Clayton

This cottage places you next to Lake Ontario and Antique Boat Museum. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Antique Boat Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Thousand Islands Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Clayton Opera House - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Clayton Marina - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 36 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boat Yard at French Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Island Bay Pier House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cedar Point General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪O'Briens Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Wood Boat Brewery - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Morning Star Cottage

Charming cottage nestled in the heart of Clayton Ny, in the Thousand Islands. Voted one of the coolest small towns in North America, the cottage is now open for your vacationing pleasure.

Just one block from the majestic St.Lawrence river and walking distance from the Antique Boat Museum. There are many shops, restaurants and marinas to choose from. By the way, Clayton is located between scenic Cape Vincent and Alexandria Bay.

If you get tired of shopping, the fishing is great as well--, located near French creek and Frink park where you can fish from the wall or bring your boat and use the ramp by the Antique Boat Museum. Why not see a performance at the Clayton Opera House while you're in Clayton.

A Clayton Vacation Rental
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please leave cottage keys on the kitchen table & leave kitchen door unlocked.
No need to remove the sheets- this is your vacation!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Single cot available for more than 4 guests

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: pets considered

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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: 11:30 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.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Clayton, just steps from Lake Ontario and Antique Boat Museum, and within a short walk of 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese. You'll also find The Clayton Opera House and Clayton Marina less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Morning Star Cottage?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Morning Star Cottage have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), which is 20.2 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers), which is around 25.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Morning Star Cottage?

Yes, every accommodation at Morning Star Cottage comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Morning Star Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan W., Near Rochester NY

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a quaint older home in an excellent location in Clayton. You can actually see the Antique Boat Museum from the front yard. Off street parking. The host was responsive and easy to work with. Home had everything essential we needed for our 4 day stay. Appreciated laundry, 2 bedrooms, cleanliness, tissues, chairs in bedrooms, comfy sheets, etc etc. Pet friendly !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and well maintained. Everything you need is provided. Location is perfect for walking to downtown Clayton.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary Beth W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not up to my standards of cleanliness with the exception of the bathroom which was very clean. No dishwasher so kitchen ware was iffy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kathy was very nice and friendly to deal with. The cottage is as described and is definitely within walking distance to shops and restaurants.We would stay again if the opportunity arise. We truly enjoyed our stay.Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique F.

Liked: Cleanliness
The photos are accurate as far as descriptions but cottage is much larger than it appears in photos. It was immaculate kitchen well equipped even had extras such as spices coffee honey etc which I ve never seen in past units I have booked Bedrooms roomy additional linen available AC which was a blessing. Washer and dryer available but we didn’t use owner Kathy is a gem. Her home is on property but she is unobtrusive. Thoroughly enjoyed the front porch table with umbrella. Travelled with pets and when Kathy noticed I was trying to barricade them on porch she nicely provided a gate. Location is within walking distance to shops etc great brewery steps away Check in was a breeze as we received instructions prior to our arrival Of note if you need to have use of pullout couch there is an extra fee Wi-Fi and roku tv perfect. You will not be disappointed if you book this units
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Granite W.

Liked: Cleanliness

fishing fool

great little place to stay close to town and a block away from boat launch. Plenty of room for 2 trucks with bass boats.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location great little house

Not on the water but you can see the bay from the front yard Everything in downtown is a nice short walk.Great visit, the coffee shop(Lyric) is right down the street.Great little house, the owner was very easy to deal with
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet cottage in a fantastic location. Kathy (host) was very responsive any time we reached out. We appreciated the cleaning lady coming halfway through our stay as well. Recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

paula d.

Disliked: Cleanliness
It’s a cute house the host was very nice not as clean as I’d expected the step in tub is very high and very hard to get in to I’m 5’1” and the side of the tub was well past my knees
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Good location for a stay in Clayton NY. Stayed there from a week of fishing and it is conveniently located walking distance from the municipal boat ramp that has no parking. The host was awesome and made the stay very enjoyable. Will stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

Wonderful location, great place, fantastic host. You can walk to all of Clayton’s major attractions and Alexandria Bay is a short drive away. Everything was amazing! We’ll keep coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Clayton Getaway

We very much enjoyed our stay in Kathy's cottage. The location was perfect, we could see the river right from the yard, and the property is within easy walking distance to restaurants, the shops, the riverside parks and the boat museum. The property is clean and nicely appointed. The furnishings were charming and we enjoyed the porch with the umbrella table. The kitchen is stocked with the necessary utensils, dishes and pots. Kathy is a warm and welcoming host who gave us our privacy. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very pleased!

Nice sunny cottage with deck & plenty of space & supplies. 5 minute walk to a lovely downtown with boardwalk. Would go again! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Morningstar cottage

Location was perfect. Everything was exactly as describe. It made are vacation great. Hope to go back again next year. Thank you very much Kathy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage experience!

Morningstar Cottage is a lovely little spot both near the water and Clayton shops. It was very clean, comfortable and welcoming - would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent and location location

Wonderful cute cottage and even better location. Walking distance to so much in Clayton and short drive to Alexandria Bay. Clean and well stocked. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clayton

Home was perfect location for exploring town . Close to everything, very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., New York City

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

Great little cottage located within easy walking distance to everything in Clayton. Beautiful sunset views from the pier just a block away and lovely views of bunnies hopping about in the garden from the kitchen window! Host is warm and welcoming. We hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clayton Cottage Charm

Morning Star Cottage was just what we needed for a long term stay. I have to say that the bathtub was wonderful! The location is perfect being an easy walk to the Antique Wooden Boat Museum and downtown Clayton. Our host was attentive to just the right degree. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 41 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything you need in a quiet friendly neighborhood.

This quaint and welcoming cottage, comfortably situated within easy reach of Clayton's attractions, boasts two bedrooms, laundry facilities, a living room, a kitchen, and a charming porch. My stay here was truly delightful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Darling

Best way to describe this cozy little place. We've stayed before & will book, again, next time we travel to Clayton. In fact, we won't travel to Clayton unless we can stay here. It's completely charming, close to the Boat Museum, an easy walk to the central shopping/eating area, and a long stone's throw to The River. Communication with the landlady is easy & thorough. Parking is a breeze. All photos posted are accurate & true. It's a charmer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice chill spot

Cute cozy cottage behind the main house, private driveway, very safe and secure area. Walking distance to most places, can hear a pin drop outside after 7pm. Owner and neighbors very pleasant :-) would stay again next year
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable place

Everything was very nice. Many things within walking distance. Area is beautiful. Be aware if you need 3 beds, as it says it sleeps 5, the last one is a cot.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Comfortable and cleanly, great location. Cute and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation Cottage

This is the second time I have stayed at Morning Star Cottage and it was perfect for my needs. Very clean and spacious. It is close to the town dock, so very convenient for boaters.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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