Vacation Rentals by Owner

Awesome Memorial day Wknd!

Guest: Jessie (Queens, NY)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11 Review Submitted: 06/07/11

My boyfriend & I were looking for a relaxing, homey, dog friendly place away from the stress of the city, that is exactly what we found when we arrived at the cottage for Memorial wknd. The living room was so inviting and cozy, every night we would light the fireplace and make s’mores for a perfect movie night. The lake was perfect for fishing and going out on the boat. We loved Ausible Chasm (recommended by Renata) the waterfalls, the trails…just amazing! And after a day of sightseeing, hiking, fishing or just walking the dogs the hot tub was a great place to sit back and relax. Everything we wanted we had and so much more, the washer and dryer were a plus, the fully equipped kitchen and the enclosed porch were divine. The dogs got to relax and also have so much fun outdoors. Thanx again Renata for making everything so simple, providing us with great info on activities, places to eat and things to do, we loved it!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Crystal & Mike
Date of Stay: 01/14/11 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

Renata, Our third time at Pocomoonshine, what a special place. Our hectic ‘life’ goes away as we are secluded and cozy here. We spent most of Sunday on snowshoes enjoying the winter wonderland. We found Cub Mnt. Trail on the other wise of the lake. The views are spectacular in this area. Thank you for sharing your wonderful camp. Crystal & Mike

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Guest: Canucks
Date of Stay: 11/30/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

What a cozy little cottage, a perfect size to heat by fire. We watched a family of bald eagles fish the lake and relaxed by the fire. A little hiking and some great cooking. Thanks again, The Canucks, Toronto, Ontario

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Guest: Lisset & Matt
Date of Stay: 10/12/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

We loved spending our time here, the house is beautiful, full of little details, it’s like a home away from home. The fishing was pretty good, lots of pass and pikes… The hot tub was just perfect after going for a walk to the Ausable Chasm. We’ll definitely be back. Thank you! Lisset & Matt

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Guest: Monica & Todd
Date of Stay: 10/09/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

We enjoyed spending our honeymoon week at Pocomoonshine Camp and found its quiet and rustic charm to be very relaxing. The leaves were beautiful, we had fun fishing and especially enjoyed the wonderful hot tub every night. Monica & Todd Rochester, New York

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Guest: Lynne & Doug
Date of Stay: 09/24/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

We had a wonderfully relaxing time, no TV, E-mail, phone calls. Just enjoyed the simpler things life has to offer, sun setting on the lake, chipmunks playing by the chairs out front. Saw a rather large white tail buck and some does by the hot tub! Hiked Poke-O-Moonshine Mountain. Steep, but the views are fantastic. Lynne & Doug

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Guest: Fiona & Rob
Date of Stay: 09/04/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

What a charming place of retreat you have here, we had lots of fun exploring the countryside around the area. Fishing was a highlight – there is lots of good fishing, what with the lake and the Ausable River so close. Another highlight was ‘Caving’ at the Pottersville Caves. Very fun! Thanks also from our dogs. They had fun too! Fiona & Rob

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Guest: Margaret & Stephan
Date of Stay: 08/12/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

We loved staying in your cozy little house. I love the way you have it decorated. It is a great base of operation to see all of the other sites as well. Sincerely, Margaret & Stephan Michigan

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Guest: Matthew
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

Just gotta say, this house full of its décor is nothing short of a fantasy vacation in the mountains. It was quite an escape. Genuinely, Matthew

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Guest: Arlen, Barb, Becca & Sam
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

Enjoyed our family vacation here on the lake. On the really hot days, we floated off the dock. I think we put our kayaks in the water every day. Day trips included Montreal (the Old City) and Lake Placid. Drove up Whiteface Mountain and went up the ski-jump towers. Very impressive – both of them! Thank you for having us at PocoMoonshine Camp. Arlen, Barb, Becca & Sam Reading, Pennsylvania

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Guest: Ch. Family
Date of Stay: 05/24/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

We were here two years ago, my oldest was pregnant and this year we came back. My grand-daughter, her mother, and my universal daughter who most of the time is travelling, So we got a chance to be together in your cozy cottage and we really enjoyed it, Thank You. My grand-daughter got her first look at the squirrel from up close, thanks to your little cottage, so Juliette says. Thanks and Kisses, Montreal, Canada

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Guest: S. & j.
Date of Stay: 03/06/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

We enjoyed the Hot Tub in the snow, then running inside to the warmth of the wood-burning fireplace. We made some great meals at the BBQ, then dined with candlelight inside. We enjoyed sitting outside and listening to the sounds of the wind rushing through the trees. Hopefully we get to come back in the summer to explore the lake. S. & J., Pennsylvania

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Guest: Jen, Daniel, Shawn
Date of Stay: 02/18/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

Dear Renata, We loved your cabin; it was to die for. We loved your lamps and wood ceilings, We loved the hottub and the lake and the Zebra masks. We will be coming back ? And we loved the Zen candles, we googled it. Definitely will be coming back. Love the 80-degree heat in Feb due to wood stove. Love, Jen, Daniel, Shawn Syracuse, New York

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Guest: Rebecca
Date of Stay: 02/12/10 Review Submitted: 02/19/11

This place is happiness! We’ve adored every moment nook and cranny Pocomoonshine has to offer. We celebrated our first anniversary here and are hard pressed to think of spending every additional one anywhere else. Many Thanks!

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A Sweet Escape

Guest: Ms. Giddy (New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 05/22/09 Review Submitted: 06/13/09

My boyfriend and I spent Memorial Day weekend 2009 at Pocomoonshine. It was the perfect getaway for us. My boyfriend is Mr. Outdoors - loves fishing, hiking, camping, the outdoors, etc. I'm the City Mouse to his Country Mouse. I don't much care for the outdoors and don't do camping as I need a certain level of comfort (plumbing, a bed, etc.). Pocomoonshine was the perfect compromise. My boyfriend was able to hike, fish, kayak, etc and I was able to lounge around reading. The communication was great. Renata was really quick with replying to my emails and answering all of my questions. The camp was super adorable, clean & cozy. It was spacious which was nice. The kitchen was completely stocked with cookware, tools & utensils so we were able to cook everything we wanted. The grocery store was a short drive away. The bed was crazy comfy - OMG, we didn't want to get out of bed it was so nice. The armchair was super comfy too - great for reading. It was nice being able to stay inside and just stare out the window at the lake or enjoy the view over a meal. The cabin was very nicely decorated which gave it a nice homey feel. We were especially happy that our dog was welcome to come with us. It's hard going on vacation since we often have to leave him behind so this was a nice treat. He loved going for walks in the woods or staring out the window in the sunroom or at fish in the lake. He had a good time out in the canoe on the lake too! The lake was amazing. It was beautiful and had great fishing. We were especially impressed that we could see fish in the lake from the dock and managed to catch several sunfish and bass from the dock and more out on the lake. We saw the pike but they managed to elude us. The washer & dryer came in handy for cleaning the fish and dirt stained clothes. My boyfriend had a nice nap in the hammock. The description was accurate, the property well-maintained, customer service was great & deposit returned timely. We would recommend Pocomoonshine to anyone. My boyfriend loved it so much he was wondering if we could buy it! LOL. We had a wonderfully relaxing time and are looking forward to returning soon. :-)

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

A wonderful stay at Pocomoonshine Camp

Guest: Gina (Berkeley Heights, New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 07/26/08 Review Submitted: 08/08/08

My husband and I, along with our two teenage children, and our Labrador Retriever, stayed a week at Pocomoonshine Camp and really enjoyed our stay. The house is in a perfect location, close to hiking trails, the ferry to Burlington, Vermont, and Lake Placid. We found a fantastic bread/cookie store in Wadhams (about 20 minutes away) and a wonderful market (with a butcher section) even closer, as we made great use of the kitchen for all of our meals. The house is charming, and across from a lovely lake, which had great fishing. We hope to return soon.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, sightseeing.

Lots of Fun and Great Memories

Guest: Coast2Coast (Irvine, California)
Date of Stay: 06/23/08 Review Submitted: 07/30/08

My wife and I and our 2 teenagers traveled to upstate NY to visit relatives and take a side trip to Augur Lake for 4 nights. Pocomoonshine Camp is an excellent retreat, very clean with many ammenities. The kitchen is well stocked with appliances and cookware so that making meals are a breeze. We especially liked the canoe and used it every day to explore the lake as well as fishing. The fishing was pretty good considering the stormy weather, we caught Northern Pike, Large Mouth Bass, Black Crappie and a variety of sun fish. The lake is very clean and free of weeds which is rare for Adirondak lakes. We visited Ausable Chasam and even hiked up Pocomoonshine mountain and enjoyed the tremendous view. This was also a trip down memory lane for my wife who used to vacation at Augur Lake as a child. Good Times, Wonderful Stay, Great Success!! :-)

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Away from it all

Guest: Silvs (Eastchester, New York)
Date of Stay: 05/23/08 Review Submitted: 06/01/08

We stayed here for a long weekend with our 3 yr old son and loved it - it was so wonderful to be away from everything. The cottage is cosy and homely with everything you need for a vacation. It is just a short walk to the lake and is surrounded by trees, the perfect setting for a quiet getaway but within driving distance of the town and other Adirondack attractions like Ausable Chasm, or the ferry across the lake to Vermont.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Better than we hoped for

Guest: Kathy L. (Rochester, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/14/08 Review Submitted: 04/27/08

Pocomoonshine was inviting from the moment we entered...clean, charming and organized. Friendly little touches were everywhere and made us feel both at home and also far, far away. We'll be back! Kathy

Owner response:Thank you, thank you Kathy! Our goal was accomplished then! We always strive to make our guests feel most Welcome and love it when they come back! Renata and Charly

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.