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Secluded Cottage With Amazing Views of Whiteface Mountain & High Peaks!

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
TV, fireplace, DVD player, toys
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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  • Fireplace
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  • Dryer
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Jay, NY
  • Popular LocationWilmington Town Beach13 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhiteface Mountain19 min drive
  • Popular LocationMirror Lake31 min drive
  • AirportSaranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)60 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.

Secluded Cottage With Amazing Views of Whiteface Mountain & High Peaks!

Affordable Relaxing Getaway! Beautiful 3 bedroom cottage on 18 acres!

Now with high-speed internet thanks to our newly installed satellite (June 2020).

Super CLEAN. Cleaning lady is doubling her amount of hours of disinfection between stays & we are leaving at least 24 hours between guests.
Thanks!

Come enjoy the peace and quiet of the mountains after these crazy years!

Whiteface Mountain and Santa's Workshop are just 10 miles from house.
Jay covered bridge and swim holes are within walking distance.

OUR HOME: This newly renovated home is located on 18 acres on a peaceful back road in Jay, NY. You won't see another house around. Relax on the deck overlooking the 180 degree views of the Adirondack High Peaks. Walk our trails in the woods behind our house or play in the yard (i.e., baseball and frisbee or sledding down the hill in the winter). Roast marshmallows over the fire in our fire pit in the woods (strict fire safety rules apply & no fires in drought seasons).

PRICE DETAILS (see more descriptions of costs/fees below):
$195 per night. (Discounted during the week for spring to $170/night)

Cleaning fee shown as $100, but $50 is a refundable trash deposit, making sure that guests remove trash and recycling. Sorry there is no curb-side trash pick-up in this beautiful country location.
The other $50 for cleaning can be refunded after your rental if guests bring their own laundry and do basic cleanup (if place not trashed)! The cleaning lady gives me all the details!!

*Holiday weekends have three night minimum.

Additional Homeaway service fee and taxes apply.

Note: If you have a dog, we charge an extra $100 pet fee for the extra deep cleaning required after your stay. We like to keep a low allergen home and don't often accept pets. We like to discourage it, but talk with the owner to see if your one well-behaved dog will be okay. We have rules: no dogs on beds or fleece blankets, no dogs left alone in house unless in a crate, wipe down dogs after being outside (bring old towels or use our older towels), and no dogs on furniture. Clean up after dogs when they are going to the bathroom outside. We have carpet, so please be super careful.

Longer rentals:
Ask about discounts for rentals over 7 days.

MORE HOUSE DETAILS:
Come relax and recharge with the views, that Adirondack smell, and the peace/quiet.
See also the "Unique Benefits" section regarding our response with COVID-19 and your safety.

Front porch and back deck with plenty of outdoor furniture, small & large charcoal grills, lounge chairs. Front log porch is great for a cup of coffee as the sun is rising over the mountain.

INTERNET:
Yes, we have it! Finally, after years of looking for a rural solution. We installed a Viasat Satellite June 24, 2020. It found a good signal, so please don't touch it. It is on a post in the yard, as we could not mount it to the siding or roof. You will have high-speed 5G internet connection throughout the house. Password will be at the house.

BEDS:
Master bedroom with plush-deep queen mattress,
two twins in 2nd bedroom,
double/full size bed in 3rd bedroom.

COMFORTS
include new log porch facing morning sun, with a rain chain that will soothe even if it is a rainy day. Full kitchen with all the amenities, new sofa and power recliner, realistic electric fireplace, powerful Toyotomi heater (new in 11/2019), DVD/VCR player, lots of movies and games, CD/radio doc, dishwasher and Electrolux front loading washer and dryer (new in 8/2019).

Open floor plan between kitchen, dining room, and living room. Dining room table fits at least 6 people.

BABY-PROOFED
house with supplies: plug covers, cabinet locks, Graco travel crib (with bassinet attachment for babies and fits toddlers up to 35 inches tall), high chair, and toddler life-jacket. Kid-friendly house with kids movies, games, toys, sled, beach toys, baseball bats, balls, frisbees and more.

TRAILS & ACTIVITIES
Hike, snow shoe or cross-country ski on our trails behind house.
Jay Mountain wilderness trails are close-by (<5 minute drive).

Walking distance to: world-renowned Ausable River for fly-fishing, historic Jay covered bridge, park/playground, swim hole by waterfalls at covered bridge, Jay gazebo where they hold concerts in the park in the summer, and JEMS Theater. (Note: East Branch of the Ausable River is within walking distance, and the West Branch of the Ausable River is a very short drive. Lots of fishing info under TV at house or ask owner).

Only 10 minutes to Wilmington for more swimming at the public beach (town beach at Lake Everest), Whiteface Memorial Highway, Santa's Workshop, and world-class skiing at Whiteface - featuring the largest vertical drop in the Northeast.

Cross-country ski centers (Cascade/ADK and Mount Van Hoevenberg Complex) are a 20 minute drive away, and on our own property. Snow shoeing too.

Lake Placid (home of the 1932 and 1980 Olympics) is less than 25 minutes away.

Drive in the other direction to see the Ausable Chasm (10 minutes) or take a ferry ride across Lake Champlain to Burlington, VT. The Port Kent ferry is only 45 minutes away. Check out Ferries.com.

Foodies will be satisfied: there are lots of new family-run farms in area with cheese, milk, eggs, chicken, beef, sausage, bacon, etc. Keene farmer's market is on Sundays, starting mid-June. I will send you a list of farms and farmer's markets.

WHAT OUR PREVIOUS VACATIONERS HAVE SAID:
'This place is so easy to live in.'
'Splendid home! Wonderful views and tranquility. House is well- equipped and we appreciate all your efforts in providing useful information.'
'Thank you for the wonderful secluded cottage!!!'
'It is so good to be back at your home in the ADKs, and to find so many new amenities, especially the couch.'
'We were in such desperate need of R&R and this house gave us so much peace.'
'The breeze on the porch and lawn is absolutely pacifying and replenishing.'
See reviews also on Homeaway!

FINALLY, I want to be transparent with costs/fees. Here they are again:
-$195 per night. (Spring discount of $170 during week -- Sunday through Thursday nights).
-$50 refundable trash fee, which will be returned to you when we see that you have removed all trash and recycling at the end of your stay. Sorry for no curbside pickup in the wilderness!
-$50 cleaning fee: for use of our linens and for the extra time the cleaning lady needs to do your laundry. I can wave that fee if you are bringing all your own linens, as that is a lot less time for my cleaning lady. But please make sure to leave the house in good-clean condition, as that cleaning fee goes towards her cleaning time too.
-Sorry for the VRBO service fee, as I cannot remove that.
-If you are thinking about bringing a dog, then send me an inquiry and talk with me first. We have to be very careful with allowing dogs to help keep our home low allergen and low scent. (We like to use a scent-free and environmental products to clean.)
There is a $100 pet fee if your pet is allowed to come for the extra deep cleaning that the cleaning lady will have to do.

-Damage Protection:
Homeaway offers a great low cost property damage protection. You pay only $59 dollars for $1500 worth of protection.

I also like to give discounts on additional nights added to a rental last minute (like when you realize you just can't leave). Of course these are per availability.

Discounts for repeat renters and longer renters too (discount for 7+ days and bigger discount for 28+ days)!

When you book, I provide so much info on house and tourist info of area. I am here to help make your trip safe and enjoyable.

Thank you!

Property manager

Karen & David

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Dogs with Owner approval through inquiry only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We have lots of movies, games, outside toys.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jay

Located in Jay, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Whiteface Mountain and River Stone Wellness are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Santa's Workshop and Dartbrook Rustic Goods. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Wilmington Town Beach - 13 min drive
  • Santa's Workshop - 15 min drive
  • Whiteface Mountain - 19 min drive
  • Olympic Center - 31 min drive
  • Mirror Lake - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Kent Station - 36 min drive
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rudy's Scar Bar & Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Adirondack Chocolates - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whitebrook Dairy Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪20 Main - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Cottage With Amazing Views of Whiteface Mountain & High Peaks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage With Amazing Views of Whiteface Mountain & High Peaks!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage With Amazing Views of Whiteface Mountain & High Peaks!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cottage With Amazing Views of Whiteface Mountain & High Peaks! located?

This family-friendly Jay cottage is located on the riverfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Adirondack Park and Ausable River. Wells Memorial Library and Hurricane Mountain Wilderness are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Secluded Cottage With Amazing Views of Whiteface Mountain & High Peaks! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deron G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded and quiet!
We loved our stay for the 2024 total eclipse! The house is on a hill with beautiful mountains all around, and it is very quiet - it's like you have the mountains to yourself. The house itself is one of the most comfortable my family of 4 has rented and not cramped like many rentals. The living room is huge with plenty of seats, there is room around the table to easily seat 6, and the kitchen is big enough for multiple cooks. Even the bedrooms are big - not just big enough to fit a bed, but instead have plenty of room for bags, dressers, big closets, etc. For the price this is a bargain! You will not be disappointed staying here to hike, ski, or bike in the region. And to top it off, the hosts are excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

ppatterson4 P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mountain View’s, very quiet and private.
The Maples is clean and has all that you need for a comfortable stay. The Mountain View’s in 3 directions from the living room are outstanding!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifu weekend
Great location! Stunning views and easy drive to trail heads, restaurants. Enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escape
Another great stay, peaceful, comfortable and the views are spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob and Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet country home
Enjoyed spending time on the covered porch. There was a lot of rain (3 inches in one day) so we were unable to take advantage of the fire pit and trails. Because of the heavy rains, we were able to take awesome pics of covered bridge with rushing water as well as rushing water at other locations on day 3. Many good restaurant’s in area (Hungary Trout and R F McDougall’s). Short drive to beautiful Ausable is a must. Lake Placid is close by. Home was comfortable. We chose to use our own towels, linens, etc. The driveway is hidden so we took owners tip to honk when backing onto road. We also rolled our car windows down to listen for oncoming vehicles. The only change I would suggest is brighter lighting in the home. Our stay was perfect, quiet, and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Leaf Peeping Basecamp
Last minute trip to ADK’s and our favorite area. The Maples was a great place to stay with our friends for the weekend. Everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy adirondack home with beautiful views
We came for a 4 day weekend for my wifes birthday. The place was perfectly located with magnificent views of the Adirondack mountains. The 3 bedrooms were perfect for our family and they had everything we needed for a nice relaxing stay. We were within half an hour of Ausable Chasm, Cascade Mountain and High Falls Gorge, all of which were amazing! We also loved the trails out back of the property. We highly recommended and cant wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
My stay was everything I hoped it would be: quiet, lovely views, the joy of sunrise, sunset, even the super moon right outside my door, and Whiteface in the background. The house was very comfortable and very well equipped for an enjoyable two week stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A quick weekend in the Adirondacks
Property was furnished as described and very comfortable. Our stay was brief so we didn’t take advantage of the grill or fire pit. Moon Valley Farm and Ausable Brewing were fun stops. We hiked Mt Marcy Saturday. Not for the timid!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Jay
My husband and I wanted to explore the Adirondack region, our first trip there, and this home was a good base to drive to Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Whiteface Mountain. Nice hiking trails around. Covered bridge in Jay was good site for photos. The home is on a quiet street with nice back porch to have meals, read a book, or just ponder. The kitchen was amply supplied, though we took advantage of trying local restaurants for dinners. The Hungry Trout was our favorite. Although the house is small, there was plenty of room of us. The owners provided excellent and detailed information about the area, sites to see, places to shop, and driving directions. We were concerned about the home having no air conditioning, but it was very pleasant weather and ac was never needed. The windows have good screens and we used these to capture breezes. Glad we visited the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home with magnificent views
We love staying at Karen and David's place! The house is clean and comfortably furnished; the kitchen is well-equipped. We love eating dinner on the deck. The location is perfect for those who like to be a bit off the beaten track, while still having easy access to a wide range of hikes, swimming spots and places to canoe or kayak. There are stunning views of the Jay and Wilmington ranges from every window in the house. Hosts are quick to communicate, and provide lots of helpful information about household equipment, local groceries and farmers' markets, etc. Our whole family finds this a profoundly relaxing place to be, and a great launching spot for our Adirondack adventures.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We had a wonderful stay! The house totally met our expectations. Definitely felt like a home away home! Plenty of space to relax and enjoy each others company.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 generations visit New York mountains
After a few days in New York City our three generation family cam north to Jay. With two teenagers and a day and a half of rain we were extremely grateful for access to high speed internet! The house was great. Three good sized bedrooms a dining room kitchen and good sized living room with good seating. There was also a nice deck where we at dinner two evenings. Directions were good. The location is close to Whiteface Mountain and Lake Placid. We also found two local art galleries that we very much enjoyed. Loved finding the covered bridge and following the Ausable river as it wended its way through our surroundings. And we also liked coming back to our very private setting with beautiful views of nearby mountains. Note: grandparents enjoyed early morning walks in and around the property. Wildflowers and wildlife abound. I’d definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week!
The house was an excellent place for a family of four, with plenty of hiking and adventure opportunities for young kids. With daily thunderstorms, we got to visit but not jump into the swimming hole, although the backyard trails were a perfect relief for we needed to get outside between the raindrops.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Time
The cottage was a great place to stay for our Adirondack adventure. There was plenty of room for the five people in our group. It was secluded with lots of things to do nearby. The owners were very helpful and easy to work with. We all enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hazen hooray!
Beautiful facility and location. Love its convenience to many great spots. Terrific view - especially with sun coming through living room windows! Hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean with everything we needed
We had a great trip. It was me, my brother, and my two boys. We were all very comfortable and the place was very clean. I was able to cook breakfast and dinner and it had a full kitchen. The beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels for all of us. The owner was very helpful and responsive. Any questions I had she answered quickly and she had every detail thought of in her information provided and even sticky notes throughout the place so you knew where everything was. We stayed in the winter and came up to ski, it was a 15 minute drive to Whiteface, but the house was less than 5 minute drive to the main roads in Jay and all the roads were plowed nicely. We came the day after a 10” storm and the driveway parking are was plowed nicely for us, no problems there. There was even a little hill the kids could have sledded on had we had time. I would definitely rent there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Margot L., Syosset

Liked: Cleanliness
Good crashing pad
We rented the house to stay for Ski Jumping Championship in Lake Placid. The value of this rental is great so dont expect (I didn't) luxury villa, but it suited the purpose. We recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ice Climbing Trip
we entered our rental and found the caretaker raised the temperature , very welcome coming from minus 12 degrees outside ! Nice open floor plan . We will plan on returning . Also one of the few rentals that allows a two night stay as opposed to three night minimum .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay in lovely setting
We visited to take advantage of cross country skiing in the area. This house is in proximity to many XC ski options and also plenty of great hikes. Clean, comfortable, well stocked and wonderfully cozy to return to each day. Owner was very communicative and helpful with latest conditions and facilities prior to the trip and while we were there. Would most definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great out of the way property
This property is just outside of town on a quiet street. Easy drive to Lake Placid and Plattsburgh for the sherry to Vermont . Property was nice and had trails through the woods to walk and snowshoe. The owner was great and very communicative throughout the entire booking process to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and quiet
We loved staying at this property! It is secluded with an absolutely gorgeous view. Not on a busy road, so it is amazingly quiet. We loved the trails on the property and it was a great home base for hiking and exploring the area. The house has everything you need and is nice and warm and clean. It has a full kitchen including a dishwasher. There are a few things you should expect to do yourself that are normally taken care of- making beds, getting rid of trash, etc, but nothing difficult or time consuming and there’s nothing that’s a surprised if you read the listing thoroughly. It was a great place for kids. They enjoyed playing Yahtzee and some games we brought, learning to draw different animals from a drawing book they found in their bedroom, playing in the yard, and watching old Muppet show dvds. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picture Perfect
Great stay in a beautiful setting overlooking the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in Jay.
Beautiful property. Clean comfortable accommodations. Close to many activities yet the home is located in a private quite country setting with awesome views. We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was fantastic the house was clean and had everything we needed
Woundful place we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022