Rustic, Waterfront Wood Cabin with Forest Views in Upstate New York

Saranac Lake, New York (United States)
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1 unit
7 guest capacity

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Accommodation Description

· Kid-friendly · Pets allowed · Barbecue

This rustic, waterfront cabin is ideal for a group getaway, with forest views and a peaceful lake, Upstate New York has never been so attractive. The cabin can sleep up to seven people as it features two bedrooms, one has two double-size beds and the other with one double-size bed. All beds come with mattress covers and pillows, but guests must bring their own linens, blankets, and towels, unless it’s winter, in which case linens can be provided upon request. The bathroom has a toilet, a sink, and a shower, and guests also have the use of an outhouse as a second bathroom.

The living room and dining room are combined and have three large windows that face the lake, providing excellent views from dawn until dusk. They also have a wood-burning stove and an electric heater to keep the accommodation cozy. A sofa bed, a dresser, and a large table with chairs are also all provided for extra comfort and space. In the kitchen, there is a gas stove and oven, a refrigerator, a coffeemaker, a toaster, a sink, cooking utensils, flatware and dishes. There is also a dock and a deck and the cabin is pet-friendly. Read More

Accommodation Features

  • Bathroom
  • Private Lounge/Living room
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Electricity
  • Running water
  • Sink
  • Double bed
  • Coffeemaker
  • Oven
  • Kitchen equipment
  • Fridge
  • Deck/Patio
  • Shared Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Heating
  • Shared Barbecue
  • Fireplace
  • Dining table

All of the cabins are located on Lake Kiwassa and Kiwassa Outlet surrounded by more than 20 acres of woodlands.

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Guest Services

There are various additional services that are available at this glamping site. Pets are not allowed at the cabins on their own. However, pet sitting can be arranged, meaning guests can enjoy a gourmet meal and not worry about their furry friend.

All the cabins apart from Camp Melissa and Camp Marine have their own dock, and boats can be rented at the site, leading to various different activities. Read More

Location + Surroundings

  • Museums

Made up of parts of three different towns, Saranac Lake, located in upstate New York, is comprised of Harrietstown, St. Armand, and North Elba. The area is technically a part of Adirondack Park and is surrounded by lakes, aside from being only seven miles from Lake Placid, too. Great minds and writers of many years past, such as Mark Twain and Albert Einstein, vacationed in Saranac Lake in their respective times. Guests are drawn to the area for its tranquility, though it’s also a popular place for many outdoor activities, both in summer and winter. Read More

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Bird watching
  • Boating/Sailing
  • Yoga
  • Wine tasting
  • Horseback riding
  • Biking
  • Kayaking/Canoeing
  • Water sports
  • Winter sports
  • Climbing

In summertime, glampers can go mountain climbing, hiking, canoeing, and boating. There are also free concerts in Riverside Park and Berkeley Green Park in the summer in Saranac Lake. All types of skiing and cold-weather sports are popular in upstate New York in the winter—downhill and cross country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and ice skating. There’s even a local winter carnival to celebrate the colder months of the year with a different theme every year.

From Cochran's Adirondack Cabins, guests are able to travel from Kiwassa Lake, by boat, to the Village of Saranac Lake, via the Saranac Lake Chain of Lakes. The popular Adirondack route from Kiwassa Lake will take glampers through Oseetah Lake into the Village of Saranac Lake where the Saranac River begins. Guests may also enjoy a waterway trip 40 miles through scenic Adirondack lakes, ponds, rivers, streams and go through New York State lock systems into the Adirondack State Preserve.

After, during or part of a stay, take a canoe/camping trip. Park the car at the glamping site and the hosts will then drop glampers off with their gear, including canoe/kayak, at Lower or Middle Saranac Lake. Paddle back the same day and enjoy the Adirondack island. The Adirondack Mountain region offers 689 lakes and ponds. and the glamping site is located on Kiwassa Lake, which has access to the Saranac Lake Chain.

There are 46 High Peaks in the Adirondack Mountain region with many experienced hiking opportunities. If in search for something simpler, local hike, Mt. Baker may be a good start. Approximately one mile up and one mile down, the base is minutes from the cabins and the summit offers views of the Village of Saranac Lake.

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Accommodation Rules

  • Infants allowed Under 2 years old
  • Children allowed 2-12 years old
  • Pets allowed additional charge
  • No parties
  • Some spaces are shared

Cancellation policy

  • As long as you cancel at least 30 days before check-in, you will receive a 50% refund.
  • If you cancel within 30 days of check-in, the host does not offer a refund.
  • If you cancel after check-in, any refund will be at the host's discretion.
  • Refund does not include Glamping Hub service fee.
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Additional Information

All daily cabin rates are listed for double occupancy, and the cabins have a minimum weekly stay requirement during the summer. Please contact the host about a list of things to bring along to this glamping site.

During the summer guests must rent Saturday to Saturday.

A security deposit is required, upon arrival and the amount is $250.

If guests are flying into the area to go to the glamping property and cannot bring their own linens and towels, please ask the host if linens may be available for an extra fee.

There is no cleaning fee at this property, because guests are expected to leave the accommodation exactly as they found it. If these standards are not met, the security deposit will be forfeited.

Pets must be kept on a leash when outside the property. Read more

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