Location: Thousand Island Park, Thousand Islands, New York, USA (I 81 to Exit 51 on Wellesley Island; 30 miles from Watertown) View Map
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Queen Anne style, cottage, waterfront, St. Lawrence River, summer resort, WE LOVE DOGS!
THIS UNIT IS FOR WEEKLY RENTALS ONLY - SATURDAY TO SATURDAY
"BAY VIEW" (which many have dubbed "the jewel of TI Park") is a large, comfortable, 1878 Queen Anne-style Victorian summer home which has been in our family since 1917. With it's high, screened-in porch and exquisite panorama, there's no better place to watch boats and our wonderful sunsets. There's an upper porch off the main bedroom for relaxing and watching the world go by... The cottage is four thousand plus square feet: eat-in kitchen; formal dining room which seats 12 with room for additional tables for more; card or reading room, television room, living room with handsome, original wicker furniture. There are six bedrooms: 1 with a queen-sized bed; 2 with full-sized beds, 1 with a full-sized bed and 2 singles, and a sleeping porch with two single beds (enclosed with windows, but have screens.) All the furniture and beds are original to the cottage which contributes to its charm.
A magnificent wrap-around screened-in porch furnished with original rockers and wicker chairs, which has views of magnificent sunsets and the St. Lawrence River. Freighters and lakers are often seen in the distance as this is part of the main shipping channel to and from the Great Lakes. We feature a large side yard with picnic tables.
Boat docking is available on-site for your own boats (additional fee); free launching facilities nearby; boat rentals available at Clayton or Alexandria Bay; golf cart rentals in TIP, public shallow to deep swimming cove with swim-to raft.
Airports: Watertown, New York, half an hour; Syracuse, New York one and a half hours.
PRINT OUT THESE DIRECTIONS:
Take Interstate Route #81 NORTH, get off exit 51, (the first exit on Wellesley Island,) TURN RIGHT AT THE END OF THE RAMP, TAKE THE NEXT RIGHT and go under the bridge,(coming from Canada, make just ONE right turn) then, HEADING SOUTH/WEST, follow the signs on County Rte 100 STRAIGHT THROUGH to 1000 Island Park. Do not make any turns. Go left at the next stop sign - main corner at 1000 Island Park, then turn left towards the water and Pavilion, follow the coast until you get to Island Ave., which forks to the right; take that right fork to the first house on the left (large side yard, yellow house, green pipe fence surrounding.) There you'll find our two driveways at the back of the house, the upper one with a handy "loading dock" (back porch) which fits two cars, the lower driveway is meant for one car.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided : Sheets are provided for your convenience. One set per bed. Towels are also provided, 2 sets per person.
- Off Street Parking : We have two driveways accommodating up to 3 cars. Two in the upper driveway and one below. No parking is allowed on the street. If you have a trailer, TI Park has an area for trailers only. Please check with the Office when you get your parking stickers.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : This feature is provided by TI Park at a special area designated for Boat Trailers ONLY. You must get a permit from the TI Park Corporation Office to park your boat trailer.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : There is one queen bed in the front master bedroom.
- Double Bed (3) : These beds are original to the cottage. They are considered "full" sized. They are a bit narrower than a normal "double" size.
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : These single beds are original to the cottage. They have the original springs and updated mattresses.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Basic CABLE television available. No satellite.
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Cheery eat-in kitchen with a large round oak table and chairs. Electric stove and oven.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : All the convenient utensils for extensive cooking skills.
- Refrigerator (2) : Side-by-side refrigerator in the kitchen;there's a second refrigerator in the breezeway.
- Dishwasher : ***there is a garbage disposer.
- Microwave : Basic microwave, medium wattage for basic reheating food, popcorn, etc.
- Catering Available : Contact the Wellesley Hotel at T.I.Park. Be sure to check the Thousand Islands Sun weekly insert. The Thousand Islands Club at the other end of the Island also does catering.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : 3 burner gas grill with light and cover. You can get tanks refilled at the Fineview Minimart, corner of Cross Island Road and County Rte 100 on Wellesley Island, about 2 miles from our house.
- Deck/Patio : There is a back deck which is just outside the kitchen. With the early morning sun, it's a wonderful spot to have your first cup of coffee.
- Balcony : Large balcony off the master bedroom, upstairs, overlooking Crystal Bay on the St. Lawrence River. A wonderful place to lay back and enjoy a book or just watch the world go by...
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details : Down in front of the house we have a large dock where you can rent space for your own boats or swim in deep water.
- Water View : Our large, screened-in porch holds a sensational view of the River and seaway.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : We have wireless cable internet (password will be provided upon arrival) and basic cable television.
- Other Amenities
- We have a large side yard which is perfect for badminton, kickball, etc. No smoking in the house, on the grounds or on the dock, no refunds. Bring passports if going to the Casino or shopping in Canada (and letters of permission from parents of under age guests.) Should you bring guest children, don't forget their medical insurance info! We rent dock space to seasonal people. We don't provide boats, kayaks, sailboats or canoes but they can be rented from the T I Park Yacht Club - their web page is: www.tipyc.org
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : We love our labradors and other dogs, and we welcome them. Please call with information about your pet and we will decide if our cottage is the right place to bring your pet. Extra fee for pets. No cats please.
- Kid Friendly : T.I.Park is a great place for kids: there is a playground; weekdays there is supervised softball and soccer; swimming cove with sandy area for play.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Those who sign the lease must be at least 35 years old. The person(s) who sign the lease are responsible for their guests. We welcome families and have plenty of room and games available.
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking in the house ,on the grounds or on the docks.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- TI Park has Full-time Security on duty, a fully equipped Fire Dept. with certified paramedics and ambulance service Great bass and pike fishing. There is a playground with swings, slides and sandboxes. Supervised softball is available every Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Tuesday & Thursday supervised soccer. There is an age limit, so please check with Supervisor; Tabernacle: Church on Sundays, Movies 4 nights a week; Main Dock: swimming, ice, snacks and boat gas; Wellesley Hotel: wonderful menu, elegant atmosphere, Pub & Music, Antiques & Specialty Shops; Library, Story Hours for kids; Grocery; Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop; US Post Office; Museum; Yacht Club: caters to kids, teaches Water Safety, Canoeing, Sailing (with races); Nearby: Great Golf Courses, Boat Rentals, Fishing Guides, Nature Center, Go Carts, Auto & Horse Racing, General Shopping, Many Hotels & Restaurants with Fine Dining; Drive-in Movies, Sightseeing Boat, Plane & Helicopter Tours, Wineries with tours and tasting.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$4000/week; ($3,500 off-season - after Labor Day)
To Reserve: 50% of rent + $500 security payable ASAP
Other fees due with balance:
TI Park fee: $150/wk; TI Park trailer parking:$35/wk
Dock space for boats up to 23 feet including swim platform & bowsprit:
$150 per boat per week; $50 extra for boats longer than 23'
Cleaning & laundry $300; pet fee:$50/pet
BALANCE IS DUE 45 DAYS BEFORE OCCUPANCY.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Victorian Waterfront Cottage - Dock Space Available
Year Purchased: 1917
Why the Owner Chose Thousand Island Park
This property has been in the family since 1917. Not only is the River beautiful to look at, it has a "magic" about it that can't be explained. I personally think it's the people who make the River what it is... they come from all walks of life... some rich, some not -- it doesn't matter because we all have one thing in common -- the great St. Lawrence River... People gather at the River for all sorts of reasons: fishing, swimming, boating, yachting, sailing, and any other thing one can think of having to do with water, and especially the friendships which form.
SCUBA DIVERS -- be sure to visit the local dive shop to get a map of the wrecks nearby.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Don't forget your PASSPORTS! You may want to visit the casino in Gananoque, go shopping in Kingston, take a tour of Old Fort Henry - a strategic fort from the Civil War era - (they also have ghost walks). The waterfront area of Kingston is a delightful mix of students from Queen's University, boaters and business people. There are lots of unique restaurants, pubs, and a fascinating history of the area. Who knows? You might even see Bill Murray who has been known to visit Kingston!
We are located on the water in a small bay called Crystal Bay where the water is warm and out of the boat traffic.
- as it's been known since it's inception as an old-time ice cream parlor. It still has a wonderful selection of ice cream, as well as a penny candy counter. An abbreviated lunch menu is also available.
The hotel boasts four-star dining and rooms to let. During the season, reservations are suggested. The Hotel also has a quaint "Pub" which holds Trivia Night every Thursday. - Also within the Hotel is a number of gift shops which boast unique items of interest.
Outdoor church and movie theatre. Check the schedule in front for times.
Swimming and sunning are enjoyed on the dock, while up in the pavilion is a panoramic view up and down the River. There is also a public gas dock in the marina, which also sells some bait (worms). Check for hours of availability.
Public swimming cove with shallow, sandy bottom. Trucked-in sand for playing. There's a raft which can be used for sunning or swimming.
This Cottage is where Swami Vivekananda held his most moving talks which scribes took down and published. His inspired talks - which came to him while on a "rest retreat" from a grueling World Religion Conference circuit - are known world wide by Hindu people from all walks of life. This cottage is a mecca for a number of sects of Hinduism, and 1000 Island Park is known to millions of Hindus worldwide. The Swamis welcome everyone who would like to visit their cottage and are pleased to give a tour and short dissertation about Swami Vivekananda.
New York State Parks nature center, featuring local wildlife exhibits. Also featuring walking and hiking trails to Eel Bay and the "Indian Holes."
This picturesque island is designated as a State Park and can be visited at any time. Check days and hours when the light house is open for viewing and you can walk to the top for a grand view of the River.
Sunken wreck - 100 ft, plus current. For intermediate and advanced divers.
This is the main shipping channel between the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes. Many ocean-going ships,freighters and lakers, of all nationalities, can be seen shipping their goods from our porch and dock.
A beautiful sunset can be seen from the dining room of this local Italian restaurant.
World-class antique boat museum has exquisite old "woodies" to view and speculate of times gone by... The museum hosts a boat show the 2nd through the 3rd weekends in August, with boat races for different class boats.
Built in the 1800s for his wife, George Boldt envisioned this remarkable replica of a typical German castle (built on Heart Island) to exceed the grandeur of any others he had seen. When his wife died suddenly, his despair caused him to lose interest, and he immediately ceased all construction. The castle sat for decades without attention and a haven for vandals. As interest in saving our historic buildings flourished, the island was procured by the Thousand Islands Bridge Authority (TIBA) which began rehabilitating this incredible mansion. Over the years, the TIBA has taken this "fixer-upper" and room by room finished the vision of George Boldt, using Boldt's original floor plans. Incredibly, most of the marble,
One of six wineries in the area, this is just across the bridge, towards Clayton. They have a tasting area, and lots of grape and wine oriented gifts. Be sure to ask about the grapes - a special hybrid that survives the harsh winters in the North Country.
Boaters: Get your charts out and take a leisurely cruise around Wellesley Island -- you'll thrill at the swift water and narrowness of the Rift!
Owner's Map of Thousand Island Park
My grandfather wanted a safe haven to take his wife and boys for the summer, and they landed in Thousand Island Park. He was a surgeon from Syracuse, New York, and he could travel weekends back and forth to "camp." Before the bridge was built, he had to take a ferry to cross the river and drive the rest of the way. Or he could have taken a train to Clayton, NY and boarded a ferry from there.
I am a stay-at-home mom, and my children benefited from growing up in a place that was safe from "the outside world." I love sitting in my lounge chair on the dock, reading a book from the Park library and watching the boats, although the Labradors won't leave me alone until I've thrown the tennis ball into the river until they drop! And of course, it wouldn't be TI Park if the dogs didn't drop the ball at my feet and THEN shake themselves off!
The friends I have at TI Park I consider my true friends -- we had a group of about 15 of us kids who grew up there and we still keep in touch, even if we don't see each other for years. TI Park is my "true" home...
Property Photos
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- South view: Shows the large size of this cottage and yard. - New York Real Estate
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- Relaxing screened-in porch. - New York Real Estate
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- Part of our waterfront and dock as seen from the porch.
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- Eat-in kitchen, workspace & glass-top stove.
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- Dining Room, Seats 12 With Room for More Tables & has a River View
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- Living Room with Fireplace Plus Part of Card Room
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- Back half of house
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- Typical sunset
Traveler Reviews (4)
Warning to Potential Renters
Guest: rk
(NYC)
Date of Stay: 08/21/11
Review Submitted: 01/25/12
This House is a beauty however, there are severe problems. First, a major rodent problem. The linens are NOT new as the owner claims. They appear to be from the 70's. There are hazards through out. Nails and glass in the boathouse and dock areas, nails and falling cabinets in the kitchen. The owner promises many things to get your booking then, only half of what you were promised is there upon arrival. There is also a neighbor who she asks to "look over the place" while you are there. This man yelled at us when we were on the porch just past 10:00 and, even walked through the back door unannounced to yell at us about having a candle (which was perfectly within our right based on the rules we signed). We've rented many other houses.This owner was not helpful in answering our concerns, mostly unavailable, and kept our security deposit when we raised issues with her house. If I had it to do over again, I would not have rented this house. I would also warn others against doing so.
Owner response:Please be advised that the two reviews that are less than favorable are from the same set of renters. They have used separate names and dates to make people think that they are two separate sets of renters when, in actuality, they are one in the same. Some people are just whiners, and when they break the rules the only recourse they have is to denigrate the owner. When I was first contacted by these people, they wanted to know if I could "do better on the rental rate" if they paid me in "cash." I said that it didn't make a difference, but to be gracious I said I would take off $100. Yes, last summer was the first time I had taken over the rentals, and it was a very steep learning curve for me: the people who ask for special favors or for a break on the price are not the caliber of people I want in my family's summer home. There is nothing misleading in the description of the cottage, and the renters' complaints are unfounded. Only after they left did they contact me to let me know of their complaints: had I known about any problems at the beginning of their vacation, I would have had the opportunity to fix whatever wasn't right. As for chipmunks and mice, again, I stress that I take all necessary measures to keep them out, but since the house is so old, it's almost impossible to keep these creatures out. Mostly they come around when food is left around on the floors and counters. Thousand Island Park is not the place for these people to spend their vacation. I, again, would advise any Landlord who is contacted by them to not accept them.
Recommended for:
Beware! House in Poor Condition and Owner Untrustworthy!
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 01/14/12
We rented this property in August of 2011, and unfortunately found many problems considering how expensive it is. The following should illustrate the condition of this house. While the first floor was cute in a rustic way, the upstairs has not been updated for years. The bedding and sheets were mismatched and threadbare. We were told this house was a 2 bathroom, but the downstairs tub was not hooked up to any water supply, a definite problem for 8 adults staying for a week. Additionally, this house has a serious rodent problem, with mice and chipmunks running freely throughout the house. While the cleaning fee for this property is extremely high, there were cobwebs in virtually every room. Additionally, we were told that we would have the use of 2 kayaks, 1 canoe, and one sailboat. When we got to the house, there were no paddles for the canoe, no sail for the sailboat, and no life jackets to speak of. We were also told there was a hammock on the property & cable TV, in fact it didn't have either. Even though we were told that someone would greet us at the house, nobody did. We never received any keys, and could not lock up when leaving the house. As a final insult at weeks end after several of our guests wanted to find alternate lodging , they kept our security deposit saying that there was evidence of smoking on the property, even though there had been none and there was absolutely no damage at weeks end.....We even did all the dishes, as well as emptying the dishwasher before we left. This was the first rental season for the owner, and it is evident that she does not have any idea how to do this professionally or ethically. Do not rent this house, especially with children, as it is too dangerous for kids considering the debris in the basement and boathouse. There are many other beautiful properties in Thousand Island Park that are properly maintained, safer, cleaner, and cheaper!
Owner response:Our cottage is 134 years old, and, I think, in excellent condition. The living room wicker and the dining room furniture is original to the cottage. I think it adds charm and a sense of history to the cottage. The beds are also original to the cottage, with new mattresses, and the linens are new. I know that some of the plumbing can be improved... plans are to fix it this season. I feel that our cottage is more of a museum than a rental cottage. We didn't move out the good stuff and put in used and/or crummy furniture. Just sitting on the porch at sunset is worth the rental, and if there are people looking for hotel quality accommodations, then this is not the cottage for you. It is a jump back in time...and with the cottage being on the waterfront, it's a perfect cottage for 2 families, not 8 adults. These people would not have been satisfied had they stayed at the most exclusive hotel room in the area. Yes, last summer was my first time at renting the cottage, as my father (who died in March) had taken care of it previously. As for my ethics, I take umbrage with that; these people signed a contract specifically stating that they would adhere to the rules as laid out in the contract. They broke those rules within 15 minutes of arrival, and they have the nerve to question MY ethics. I would advise anyone who gets an inquiry from the above person to question whether it is wise to rent to them.
Recommended for:
Two families with five kids
Guest: Wendy
(Washington, D.C.)
Date of Stay: 08/14/10
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
Spacious cottage with incredible views of the river and great dock right across the street.
Recommended for:Families with young children.
perfect vacation setting
Guest: John
(Syracuse, N.Y.)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11
Review Submitted: 07/02/11
I just left this cottage after spending a gloriious week with our extended family. This large cottage was very accomodating for our large family and had a first floor bedroom that worked out perfect for my aging mother. There seems to be endless bedrooms on the second floor. Although this cottage was huge we spent 90% of our time on the beautiful round screened in front porch overlooking the beautiful Saint Lawrence river. The whole family would meet on the porch or the dock daily for coctails and then would all gather at the huge formal dining room for dinner. Kathy the owner was very accomodating. When we arrived our WiFi service was not working and she returned my call promptly and was genuinely concerned that our stay was as carefree as possible. I must say that this is a 200 year old house, the floors squeek and the windows rattle but it is well maintained and has all the conveniences of a newer house and all the charm you would expect in a 200 year old victorian TI park cottage, As for the location, there is none better at TI park. just steps to the river with a very nice dock for boating and swimming and it also has a side yard for the kids. I would definitely come back to this cottage.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children.
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