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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Lake Clear, NY
  • Place, Saint Regis Canoe Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Upper Saranac Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Saranac Inn Golf and Country Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lake Clear

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Saint Regis Canoe Area, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Upper Saranac Lake. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Saint Regis Canoe Area - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Upper Saranac Lake - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Saranac Inn Golf and Country Club - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Upper Saint Regis Lake - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Hoel Pond - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joan Weill Student Center - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bobcat Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Fox Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Donnelly's Ice Cream - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lake Clear Lodge - ‬4 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.

Private Cottage with Waterfront

We invite you to stay in our newly remodeled camp with a huge new screened in room. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers the best of all Adirondack worlds: a great mix of evergreen and hardwoods, ultimate privacy on nine acres of land, 972 feet of waterfront on Lake Clear Outlet giving you access to Lake Clear and Mill Pond.

It is a short drive to The Wild Center and Paul Smith’s interpretive center. It is just a quick 10 miles to Saranac Lake, 5 miles to upper Saranac Lake, and 20 to the Olympic Village of Lake Placid.

Two canoes and two Kayaks are provided for you to enjoy the St. Regis Canoe area and the many connecting ponds and lakes. There is outstanding bass and pike fishing on our waterfront, Mill Pond, and Lake Clear, and the High Peaks trails are close by. It’s just a short paddle, motor (20hp max) boat ride, or a beautiful easy hike to an awesome private, sandy beach on NYS land! Enjoy the shops and restaurants in Saranac Lake and Lake Placid or get away from everything at our camp near the end of a private road.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: life jackets, games, boats

Events

No events allowed
Visitors are OK

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
Note from host: Visitors are OK
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 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: 25

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.
  • Note from host: Visitors are OK
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Private With Waterfront Clear
Private Cottage With Waterfront Cottage
Private Cottage With Waterfront Lake Clear
Private Cottage With Waterfront Cottage Lake Clear

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Lake Clear, close to Saint Regis Canoe Area, Hoel Pond, and Birch Island. Upper Saranac Lake is also within a driving distance of 3.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage adjacent to 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.

Is Private Cottage with Waterfront good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Private Cottage with Waterfront?

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

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

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

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional), which is 4.3 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lake Placid, NY (LKP), which is located 21.2 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Private Cottage with Waterfront?

Yes, every accommodation at Private Cottage with Waterfront comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Private Cottage with Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john q., port jervis

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very clean and well stocked. You can tell they take pride in the house and property. Plenty of room for groups of several people. Screened in porch is very spacious compared to other properties in the area we've stayed at. Access to the water was easy and canoes and kayaks were available for use. Location is only a few minutes from town, many lakes, ponds, and hikes. Host was very nice and prompt answering any questions we had. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

great house!

great place and the water and access to kayaks, SUP, canoe made it absolute paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin, the screened in porch was a cozy family spot! The kitchen had everything needed to fix a great meal. Convenient location to Saranac.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private and peaceful

We loved the privacy! It was the most stocked ( spices, etc) vrbo we have stayed at
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harm S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Biking paddling hiking and enjoying

Great stay at camp JOAL. We used the canoes to paddle out to lake clear, where there's a nice swimming spot right at the entry of the lake. The bike trail to Saranac Lake and beyond to Lake Placid just opened, it's fantastic, you can hop on the trail right from the house and bike to Saranac Lake (for ice cream!). So bring your bikes! Great hikes in the vicinity, we did 3 mountains. We paddled the seven carries, shout-out to MAC Canoe Livery less than half mile from the house. What a great vacation place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Home Base for Exploring the Area or Just Relaxing

This home is in a great location for exploring the Saranac lakes and high peaks areas. The home is very comfortable and very well equipped for a relaxing family vacation. Having canoes and kayaks available is especially nice. We enjoy the easy access to either Lake Clear or the Mill Pond. We have now stayed here three different times. Hopefully that speaks for itself -- we really like this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia N., Las Vegas, NV USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer “Camp Grandma”

Beautiful spot on Lake Clear Outlet. The 20 month old loved the child’s rocker & the older kids participated in kayak races. We all had a lovely time.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B., Rochester, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Stay

This was our second time staying at this property. We love the quiet location, the paddling and fishing on the outlet, and the beautiful house. Our family enjoyed the fire pit and the large screened porch. The house is very clean and well-stocked with anything you might need. The towns of Tupper Lake and Saranac Lake are nearby and we went into both for dinner and to shop.We'll probably book again as we like it so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful camp!

Thank you to Camp JoAl for having us during our stay!! The camp was absolutely beautiful and well stocked with everything we needed. The furniture was so nice and the screened in porch was the perfect place to enjoy the evenings. The location is wonderful - a short kayak ride takes you to a small beach opening on Lake Clear. You are very close to Saranac Lake (which our family preferred over Lake Placid because of the better restaurant scene). But still extremely secluded and peaceful. The layout of the house is perfect and bedrooms are separated so no one felt on top of one another. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B., Rochester, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely, well-maintained camp. The house has everything we needed for our stay and is beautifully decorated. The setting is private and peaceful.The outlet is calm and ideal for paddling and fishing. We loved relaxing on the large, enclosed porch and having campfires at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

August visit to Lake Clear

This is a terrific property in my family's favorite part of the Adirondacks. This was our second time staying in the house, and we enjoyed it every bit as much this year as we did last year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blissful Week with family in this Spacious Cabin

This was such a great cabin we could not think of much to improve on. In fact this might be the cabin we now compare others to! There was lots of space (so many beds to choose from and spread out), ultimate privacy from other camps, everything we could possibly need to cook, play and just enjoy time together. Hiked and explored by day, paddled (loved not having to rent small craft or bring our own) to the sand bar on Lake Clear and swam in the evening, fire pit memories (nicely seasoned wood), wonderful screen porch (can not say enough) best place ever to sleep, owner and caregivers took care of needs that arose due to unforeseen circumstances from weather without missing a beat. Beds were super comfortable, lots of box fans for warm days, ample parking was also a plus. Visited Lake Clear Beach, The Wild, Whiteface, Saranac Lake and several Mt and Lake/Pond Trails without spending alot of travel time to do it. Great Location! We would love to come back. This is a true gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M., Newtown, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Adirondack Getaway!

The cottage, lakes, and sports equipment were all exactly as pictured/described. We stayed one week and saw very few people on the water. My husband and son fished and caught northern pike, perch, and large mouth bass. We saw lots of turtles, including a monster snapping turtle, muskrat, deer, a family of wild turkeys, lots of hummingbirds, kingfisher, and loons. The scenery while on the water is gorgeous! The house has everything you need for cooking and lots of games and books. We found the WiFi to be very reliable, which was a surprise since the house feels so remote. We made a few trips to explore the area. We enjoyed the Fish Hatchery; Paul Smith's VIC; the Wild Center; and seeing a movie, having dinner at Well Dressed Food, and desert at Skyline Ice Cream in Tupper Lake. JoAnne's cottage is a great place to find peace on the water!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

E Hervey E., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness

Clear Lake 62 Norton Road

The home was spectacular and very well equipped for our group of four. We spend most of our time on the water and hanging out on the enormous screened in porch! Canoeing and kayaking are the best here, with access on a very shallow passage to Clear lake and back into the flowage by the house. It was enormously private and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ted B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin

The owner made sure that the place was stocked with everything we needed. It's a located in a private and beautiful area near Lake Clear. Beside the terrible weather, my only complaint is with the absolutely terrible water pressure. Seriously, the worst pressure you can imagine for showers or rinsing off dishes.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

a spacious & gracious location for relaxation!

This was the site fir this year’s family reunion. Year 8! This location offered us privacy yet fabulous accessibility to all things Adirondack! With the outlet in our frontyard, we paddled in each direction each day. There was great fishing, daily heron sightings and trips to the State beach. Yes, we paddled a couple of times to the sandbar! Oh and 3 trips to Donnelly’s for their flavor of the day, yum! Weather cooperated (tho’ we were looking forward to rain & games on the amazing screened porch. Fabulous week, totally relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Clear Outlet

Very comfortable house in a nice location. House was well stocked with everything we needed to enjoy a week of hiking and paddling.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing ADK home

We had a great time, again, this year. House is very clean and well maintained and had everything we needed for the week. Loved having lots of options for the lake too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy S., Hamburg

Liked: Cleanliness

Second time is a charm!

This is our second time staying at this property, this time for two weeks because we liked it so much last year! One of the things we love about the house is it is secluded but yet conveniently located to many hiking trails. The house is fully stocked and the screened in back porch is huge. We loved listening to the loons in the evening. Kayaking on the lake was so peaceful! A really special place.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect house for canoeing

The house was just what we wanted. It was well equipped, cozy, wooded, private and with canoe access. We loved spending time outdoors grilling and at the fire pit. Beds were comfortable even the one in the screened in porch. We would love to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Lake House

We had a lovely visit at this beautiful lake house. The house is even better than the pictures. It is decorated tastefully in true Adirondack style and was lovely. We loved the very large screened-in porch and ate most of our meals out there as well as relaxed on the very comfy furniture. We never got around to having a fire but they had a very inviting fire pit space with plenty of chairs for a large group to sit around. Our favorite activity was kayaking and canoeing and fishing. We went out several times each day either to Mill Pond( smaller) or Lake Clear ( larger) both equally beautiful places to explore. We saw and heard loons on Lake Clear each time we visited! The coolest thing we did was to load up the canoe with happy hour drinks and snacks and chairs and went to a tiny beach that is just to the right as you enter Lake Clear from the outlet. There is a sand bar there so you have to go out into the lake a bit and go around to the other side of the beach and come back in so as not to beach the canoe on the sandbar. It was not warm enough to go swimming but would have been a fun place to wade and swim. There is also a swimming beach at the top of Lake Clear that you can get to from Rt 30. It was not marked as the sign must have fallen down but it is an NYS beach and is quite beautiful and large. A must-visit place if you like to hike is the Paul Smiths VIC land about 10 minutes away. The hiking trails are beautiful and well marked and the views are amazing. You can get a map in the Interpretive Center. We had the best vacation at Joal Camp and can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

We had a wonderful time! Perfect location and lots of privacy! The canoes, paddle board, kayaks and pedal board enabled us to all be on the water together. Loved the screened in porch. Hope to be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lenette Curtis W., Birdsboro

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Vacation

We stayed at this camp in late June. It was fabulous. The house is very comfortable, clean and supplied including spices, beach towels and a great collection of good books. The open floor plan is welcoming and the large screened in porch is where we spent much of our time. It is like an outdoor living room with a collection of fun bird print pillows on the comfortable sofa and chairs. We enjoyed morning coffee watching the birds and looking at the trees and water. We ate dinner and played several games of monopoly at the large table. You really feel like you are outside. We really enjoyed using the kayak and canoe to paddle to the beach on Lake Clear. The water and sandy bottom is refreshing and beautiful. We drove around to another beach on the other side of the lake several times. It is also close to Paul Smith conservation center which we went hiking on their lovely trails several time. Enjoyed being in the quiet but near amenities in Saranac Lake. A highly recommended rental.

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

Camp Joal is a beautiful vacation home with all of the amenities and comforts of home. The house and linens were immaculate. There is enough space to separate and retreat from the group and enough space for all to gather together to eat or socialize. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal (we made prime rib one night). It was so handy to have a washer and dryer right there as well. The caregiver lives down the road and was very helpful with any questions we had. There are kayaks and canoes to go out on the water which is beautiful. You can not really swim right there at the property but there is a lovely beach 8 minutes away with sand and sun or shade to choose lounging around in. 8 minutes in the other direction is Upper Saranac Lake which has a fantastic boat launch that we brought our Jetboat to several times and still didn't see the whole thing! We had a rainy forecast for the week but we made the most of every day. There is a seasonal greatroom that is screened in which was beautiful to sit out in when the rain did come. It would be hard not to enjoy your stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021