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The Guide’s River Cottage • Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town

Riverfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Old Forge, NY
  • Place, View
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Calypso's Cove
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Enchanted Forest Water Safari
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Old Forge

Within a short walk of Town of Webb Historical Association, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of View. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • View - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fulton Chain Craft Brewery - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Calypso's Cove - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Enchanted Forest Water Safari - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • McCauley Mountain Ski Center - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oasis Cafe’ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fulton Chain Craft Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tony Harper's Pizza and Clam Shack - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Slickers - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Blue Line Coffee - ‬2 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.

The Guide’s River Cottage • Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town

. Welcome to The Guide’s River Cottage — a spacious, newly renovated home that blends peaceful riverfront living with the convenience of being just steps from Old Forge’s Main Street. Shops, restaurants, grocery, mini golf, and ice cream are all nearby, while back at the house you’ll feel tucked away in your own Adirondack retreat.

The heart of the home is the super open-concept great room, where the kitchen, dining, and living spaces flow together with beautiful river views. Step outside to enjoy multi-level decks with Adirondack chairs, grill on the gas grill, and gather around the gas fire pit under the stars.

The river is your playground here — launch the three provided kayaks and watch turtles and fish in the water, float to nearby sandbars, or paddle up gentle rapids. Guests often spot wildlife right from the property too: deer, otters, ducks, cranes, songbirds, and squirrels are regular visitors.

Sleeping arrangements are perfect for families and groups with 3 queen beds plus a bunk room for kids. Fresh linens and all essentials are provided.

During your stay you’ll enjoy:
• River adventures: 3 kayaks, sandbars, and light rapids nearby
• Family-friendly touches: toys, board games, high chair, kids’ dishes, and pack-and-play
• WiFi, Smart TV, and a desk setup for remote work
• Off-street parking for multiple vehicles
• Pet-friendly policy ($50 flat fee) so your furry friends can join

What You’ll Love About Your Stay
• Riverfront setting with turtles, fish, and frequent wildlife sightings
• Paddle to sandbars or explore light rapids right from the house
• Spacious open-concept great room with river views
• 3 queen beds + bunk beds — perfect for groups/families
• Multi-level decks, Adirondack seating, gas grill & fire pit
• Peaceful privacy yet walkable to Old Forge’s restaurants, shops & ice cream

At The Guide’s River Cottage, you’ll experience the best of both worlds — peaceful river adventures and wildlife right outside your door, with the fun and convenience of town just a short walk away.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart 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

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: There is a $50 flat rate pet fee per dog

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Being on the river children must be supervised

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
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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Old Forge, a short 15-minute walk from View and also 9 minutes on foot from Town of Webb Historical Association. You'll also find Enchanted Forest Water Safari and Calypso's Cove within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Guide’s River Cottage • Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront cottage include a kitchen and a smart TV along with a garden.

Does The Guide’s River Cottage • Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town have a hot tub?

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

Does this cottage offer 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.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Guide’s River Cottage • Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town?

Yes, every accommodation at The Guide’s River Cottage • Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

The Guide’s River Cottage • Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as described. Awesome location, felt secluded but you could walk to town and restaurants. Loved having the kayaks available. Beautiful scenery, coffee and wine on the dock every day was so relaxing. Highly recommend, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

David B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice that was close to everything in Old Forge. Otherwise, not somewhere I will stay again. There were mice in the kitchen that ate through our food the first night, so we had to throw away a bunch of it. Very sticky floors and very dirty! Towels in bathrooms and everywhere where not even hung up, I had to find them myself in the dryer and hang them up. The outside was messy with deck and surround areas with a bunch of and twigs and leaves on it. Ac upstairs would not work, my brother tried for an hour but couldn’t get it to work. We messaged Jason and he responded in a few words saying to set it to the right mode and temperature (duh we tried that, but that doesn’t help Jason!). To summarize my wide and I dod not feel at home, and always on the edge of while staying here for 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place off the main street but close enough to walk around town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon B.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige C., East Greenbush, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
This home was perfect for the family. It is located on a quiet, dead end street. Four bedrooms and plenty of communal space. Our favorite part was the back deck leading out to Moose River for some great fishing. The kitchen had all essentials and the bathrooms were nicely updated. While there were some new renovations, it still had the old rustic charm we like. The property owner was responsive and friendly. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing stay! Jason was a great host and had the house fully (yes, fully!) stocked with everything we could have needed for a great stay. He provided just about everything necessary for our young children (high chair, outdoor & indoor toys, sleep safe equipment, etc!). The check in/out process was seamless, communication was often & effective and the house itself was beautiful. It is kept nice and could not be in a better location. Just a few minutes walk from the main strip while simultaneously secluded and quiet, right on the water. My husband and son got to feed a momma deer and her baby one evening which just eludes to the calmness of the area. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient location quick walk into the village. The house was clean and well stocked and very beautiful with lovely art work. If you have a little one, everything you need is there (ours is one) so it's a lot less you have to pack. Our six year old nephew LOVED his room with the bunk beds, the kids books and toys. The owners are quick to respond and answer any questions you might have. We had a great time kayaking. Can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Joyce H.

Friends Get Away Weekend

The location was great and convenient to the town of Old Forge. It was beautiful being on the river. The house layout and open concept was perfect. The only issue was the cleanliness that were weren't pleased with
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Old Forge vacation!

The cottage was beautiful! Very clean and in very nice shape! The bedrooms and beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was very spacious and we absolutely love the back deck. It had a beautiful view of the river. The cottage was on the end of the street and it was very peaceful and relaxing! The walk into town was about 5 minutes which made it so nice to be able to walk everywhere! We definitely would stay here again! The host communicated in a very timely manner within any questions we had! Definitely a five star place!!! Highly recommend !!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

John D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

High end price for mediocre property

Booked for 7 nights but left early. Place had mice crawling on the counters, ants in the silverware drawer and leaking pipes into downstairs shower. Floating dock was secured with one set of bolts with boards falling off. This property was not what I saw in the pictures. Honestly it looked like it hadn't been kept up for at least a few months, if not longer. When I talked to the owner about the mice his response was, " Is that a problem?" Well yeah, for the price I paid I didn't expect to be scraping up mouse droppings and clearing traps. We were offered a different rental, but its location was not near Old Forge, which was our main point for selecting this property. When we informed the owner we were leaving early because of the problems we asked for a one night refund and were ignored. Anyone considering this property should request updated pictures and a certificate from an exterminator saying the house is clear of mice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Retreat

The location of the cabin was perfect. The back porches overlooked the river making for an enjoyable stay. The kitchen was not very well equipped: missing any mixing bowls, Spatulas, and working can opener. The stand alone AC could not keep up with the need. A few more chairs for the dinning table would be helpful. We had a lot of towels and a good washer/dryer, but no wash cloths or hand towels.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

Comfortable house in a great location

We stayed with our family for a long weekend. The house is in a great location on the river, quiet, and has accommodation to make everyone feel comfortable, including our two year old son and small dog. The sandbox and toys were a big hit with the toddler! The main complaints were that it was pretty dusty in some spots, the high chair was still dirty and the kitchen was lacking a few pieces. Also, the two air conditioners really struggled (outside temps were in the low 80s). The fans helped, though. What did not help was the downstairs radiators for some reason were generating heat even though they were supposedly turned off. Other than that, it was apparent that Jason took care of some of the complaints left by the previous reviewer. In general we had a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robert M., Voorheesville, New York

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Jenna M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location but not as advertised and property in disrepair

Stayed at the property with my 3 kids and in-laws. We were very disappointed in the condition of the house upon our arrival. It did not look like it had been cleaned at all. As soon as we walked in, it smelled like wet dog and there were paw prints on the glass doors. The toilets and tub were filthy and had urine stains on them, and the shower had tiles that were loose and sticking up. The decks and deck furniture were filthy and we had to clean them before we could sit on the chairs. The railing is held up in 2 places by bungee cords because it is loose, and some of the floorboards are rotted and loose on the deck, which I felt was very unsafe. The property is advertised as having air-conditioning, but there are only two units in the house, one of which was in a hallway that did not provide any cooling into the bedrooms. This would’ve been fine if the house also had fans or even screens in the windows so that we could open the windows and get the cool mountain air, but there were no screens or fans. We reached out to Jason and he did bring a couple of screens and fans the following day which did make things a little better. The upstairs toilet kept clogging, and the kitchen faucet in the sink is extremely loose. Overall, the house needs to be maintained much better, especially for what is being charged per night. That being said, the house is in a great location and the view from the decks is lovely. Jason was responsive when I reached out to him and seems very kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We’re booking this place again!

This place is awesome! I feel like the pictures don’t really do it justice. The kitchen is wide open to the family room with a great island and the dining room table sits 8-10 ppl. It’s so close to town, as well, BUT it doesn’t feel like it. The property manager, Jason, was so prompt with my questions, and was a true professional. I HIGHLY recommend this sweet house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful Scenery and walking distance to restaurants and shops in Old Forge!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The cottage worked really well for us - great location, clean, spacious. We really enjoyed the kayaks and easy walk to restaurants. Jason was very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Beverly K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great view/ non responsive host

Cons: Bathrooms were not clean, paid additional for a clean house. There was no toilet paper or paper towels There was no propane for the gas grill so or fire pit. Requested propane the first night we were there (5 night) Jason never brought over the propane. There was no heat. Non responsive host Pros: 4 separate bedrooms Plenty of room Beautiful view of the lake, easy access to kayaks and paddle board. Good location, close to town and walking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Great location for family getaway. 8 adults a baby and 2 dogs. Very comfortable with nice open layout. Beautiful deck and location. Very relaxing. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tess Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect River cabin, great location

Clean, updated, comfortable, perfect for a family getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

The location is perfect being close to the shops, restaurants, and water Safari and yet was private and peaceful along the river. The kids enjoyed the sand pit, the adults enjoyed the kayaks. WiFi was great and the kids could watch all their favorite cartoons. Beds were very comfortable! It was just like being in our own home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giselle Z., Buffalo

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location In Our Favorite Town

Convenient, plenty of room, great dock!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele A., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness

Guides Cottage Stay

The location of this home is within walking distance to Old Forge. We walked downtown a lot. The deck and view of the Big Moose River was enjoyed daily. Many visitors from the river came bye. Snapping turtles floated bye, Ducks, ducklings, geese, a Raccoon, River Otters and many Deer. The living room was big enough for all of us to sit and enjoy movies. If I texted Jason; I had a return text quickly. One day the power went out and he made sure we were fine. Thank goodness for the generator! I’ll miss the mornings at Guides enjoying my cup of coffee with the visitors from the river.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Great space, beautiful decor, would be great for families with children, great location!! Hope to stay again some day and bring the kids!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023