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Smart TV, DVD player, offices
Smart TV, DVD player, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Wellesley Island, NY
  • Place, Dewolf Point State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Thousand Islands Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Boldt Yacht House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wellesley Island

This vacation home is located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Saint Lawrence River and within a 10-minute drive of Boldt Castle. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Dewolf Point State Park - 5 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Thousand Islands Winery - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Boldt Yacht House - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Grass Point State Park - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Keewaydin State Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 26 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bonnie Castle Resort & Marina - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Thousand Islands Winery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jreck Subs - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dark Island Spirits - Distillery & Lounge - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old Homestead - ‬13 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.

Tranquil, Secluded, Updated Two-Acre Wellesley Island Waterfront, Drive-To Home

Relax in the relative solitude and prevailing breezes of this magnificent, drive-up, 4-bedroom 2.5-bath home with floating dock in protected water for predictable boating access, safe swimming and water sports. The final approach to this property includes a two-hundred yard forested driveway revealing the renovated, 19th-century farmhouse with large bridge-view deck and screened-in porch. Deer and wild turkey frequently emerge on the expansive lawn. Dramatic views of freighters on their way to and from the Atlantic.

Large queen master suite downstairs opens to deck overlooking Brown’s Bay just off the American Narrows. Original upstairs queen master overlooking the river shares full bath with a third queen and fourth full bedroom. Small bonus room upstairs makes optional office, baby room, or extra sleeping for a teen. Breezy, screened in porch yields a bookworm simultaneous views of the bridge and landscaped lawn and wildlife. Updated kitchen with modern appliances.

We purchased this home in particular because of its prime location on Wellesley Island, its accessibility by car, its majestic views of the River (in particular the bridge and the freighters), and its relative seclusion compared to other properties in the area. We are confident you will enjoy these attributes as well as our guests.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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
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:
Please place trash bin(s) where indicated out on road in front of neighbors’ apple tree. Please contact me to discuss details if unsure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Trash pick up on Mondays. Please bag all trash and place in green Waste Management bins provided. Please keep lids secure with bungee cords provided.
Please keep pets off of screened in porch. Screen and pine floor damage is difficult to repair. Ample room for pets elsewhere.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please avoid damage to screened in porch screens.

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 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: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 30

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 smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Wellesley Island, close to Boldt Castle, Thousand Islands Winery, and Thousand Islands Bridge. You'll also find Saint Lawrence River and Heart Island within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Tranquil, Secluded, Updated Two-Acre Wellesley Island Waterfront, Drive-To Home a good place to stay for couples?

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

Does Tranquil, Secluded, Updated Two-Acre Wellesley Island Waterfront, Drive-To Home have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), which is about 22 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Tranquil, Secluded, Updated Two-Acre Wellesley Island Waterfront, Drive-To Home?

Yes, every accommodation at Tranquil, Secluded, Updated Two-Acre Wellesley Island Waterfront, Drive-To Home comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Tranquil, Secluded, Updated Two-Acre Wellesley Island Waterfront, Drive-To Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fam vaca

Our family felt so comfortable in the space and exceeded our expectations. Modern yet had the cottage feels you want. Great outdoor space and lots of time spent on the dock fishing and enjoying the view. Checked all the boxes
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place on the island great for boating and great fishing. This place has a million view and the nicest porch and deck we ever stayed at. We were so sad that we had to leave also best host ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property with beautiful view

Fourth time staying at this property. It’s a slice of heaven. Home is so well equipped and the location is perfect by boat. Alexandria Bay & Clayton are both very close by boat and car. The view of the 1000’s bridge is spectacular from the property. Thank you for opening your home to our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible Views

This is an awesome place to vacation. The house is quant and relaxing. Amazing large porch to enjoy the water and boat views, with comfortable chairs and table top fire pit. Outside side screened porch is beautiful and great place for dinner and relaxation. Close proximity to downtown Clayton. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara p.

Liked: Cleanliness

3 Generations all together

Wonderful property The pictures do not do this property justice. Very clean, well appointed, lots of outdoor space. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous family vacation

The home was particularly clean, well-stocked, and well-appointed! The amenities, screened porch, deck, dock, and open layout are wonderful for a family vacation. Especially enjoyed the quiet cove setting with views of the bridge and cargo ships. The kids loved playing ball in the yard and splashing in the water. (Swimming is an option but was still a little chilly). The host is always available for questions and concerns. Hope to return!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat

Our family enjoyed another fantastic vacation at this beautiful home. The location and view is outstanding. Look forward to another stay in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L., Barrington, RI

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay!

This is the 3rd time we have stayed at this property and have loved it each time and this year was no exception. The house, grounds and dock are super and perfect for our family and friends to get away and enjoy all that the St. Lawrence River has to offer. Thank you Michael for your hospitality!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and property!!!

We had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful home last week. From the moment we arrived the property, we were impressed, not only by the well manicured property, but the cleanliness of the property and the home. The home's decor is very welcoming. We felt right at home. Our sons & grandson enjoyed fishing on the dock and mostly relaxing in the beautiful home and on the property. We do have one comment and one mishap. The comment is the home is a great place under normal circumstances where you wouldn’t need A.C., but when the air is still, as it was the last two days/nights, it was getting very warm in the house. The one mishap was I accidentally spilled ½ glass of Rose wine on the living room carpet. We tried to clean it the best we could, but please, if it’s not to the owner's satisfaction, we will be happy to reimburse him for the cleaning. It honestly doesn’t look bad, but the owner needs to be satisfied that it is clean enough. We loved renting this beautiful home and property on the St. Lawrence River. Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for a memorable family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing view, beautiful home.

This was our second stay at this property. It was just as wonderful as the first. The home is very comfortable. Plenty of room for our party of 8 and our pup. Love the huge front deck that overlooks Brown Bay. Beautiful view of the 1000 Island Bridge. We look forward to staying here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shayna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing TI Vacation

My extended family and I stayed in this beautiful house for a week. Everything in the house was exactly as pictured and described. The location was even more beautiful than expected! Coffee on the deck was a wonderful way to start the day and a book on the screened-in porch was a relaxing way to end it. We can't wait to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L., Barrington, RI

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay!

This is the second time we have stayed at this property and it is stunning. The views of the water, bridge, ships and boats are spectacular. The house itself is very comfortable and clean and has everything you need from washer/dryer to dishwasher. The owner communicates quickly as well which is really nice. We enjoyed our stay and hope to be able to book again next August.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation Perfection

We've been renting in the area for over 20 years and we are always looking for the same things - a great location with magnificent views, a spot to swim with clear waters, a functional dock for our boat and property, a little privacy and finally, a per-friendly location. This rental hits all the marks and then some. The house is spacious and beautiful, comfortably decorated. The photos DO NOT do it justice. The deck is the perfect spot for morning coffee and evening cocktails with plenty of comfortable seating. We loved the screened in porch for our BBQ's dinners. My sister-in-law is not outdoorsy and she loved the TV with Netflix, prime video, Hulu and more. The piece of property on the river is secluded. We never saw our neighbors. This is the home run of rentals - truly PERFECTION.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

james m., Doylestown

Liked: Cleanliness

A Treasure

It was a first for the whole family. Together we swam, fished, shopped, ate, traveled and explored by boat. A vacation of a life time.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot inside & out, with spectacular view.

Plenty of space for our party of 8. All of the amenities of home. Amazing view of the 1000 islands bridge from the living room & deck. Beautiful grounds with 2 different areas with fire pits. This was a perfect location for our family. We hope to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly - even better than advertised! Pictures don’t really do the property justice!!

Very beautiful and well set-up for the vacationing traveler.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L., Barrington, RI

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home on the River!

We spent one week at this property and loved every moment. The house is beautiful, very comfortable and is as described in the overview. It accommodated our party of 6 and 2 dogs very well. The outdoor space is the best with all the porches, screened porch, yard and docks. We rented a boat and having a dock on the property was very convenient. The home owner was very gracious and checked in on us to make sure everything was as expected. We plan to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

Our family had a great 5 night stay at Michael and Laura's Brown's bay cottage. The house was clean and very well taken care of. We especially enjoyed the option of entertaining on the deck or the screened in porch with an amazing view of the TI Bridge and the main shipping channel of the St. Lawrence river. We leave been renting in the Clayton/Alex bay area for many years and this cottage is easily our favorite!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful house on the river

Our family has spent a lot of time up on the St. Lawrence River and this property has to be one of our favorite locations so far. It was our first time staying on Wellesley Island and hopefully not the last. The house was very clean & updated, with all the amenities we needed for the week. The yard was large and private. The fact that it was pet friendly was a definite plus for us as our daughter's German Shepherd had just as much fun as we did. Would not think twice about renting here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

Everything about this property was perfect for us. The amazing view of bridge was a bonus. Owner/host is very nice/helpful. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021