Location: Thousand Island Park, Thousand Islands, New York, USA (Take Interstate Route # 81 to Exit 51 on Wellesley Island)
Accommodations: House, 6 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 14)
We recommend that you RESERVE AT ONCE to lock in preferred dates! RESERVE NOW FOR JUNE, JULY, AUGUST or SEPTEMBER, 2010 or 2011 !
Inquiries for available dates have been coming in since August.
"BAYVIEW", the Stephens Cottage, is a Large, Comfortable, 1878 Victorian Summer Home which has been in our family since 1917 (and we love it and live there when it's not rented!) WE THINK IT'S BY FAR AND AWAY THE BEST RENTAL HOME AT THOUSAND ISLAND PARK!
4000 plus square feet: Eat-in Kitchen; Formal Dining Room seats 12 with room for additional tables for many more; Card Room, Reading or Television room, Living Room with handsome wicker furniture. We have 4 bedrooms each with a double bed, one bedroom with a double bed and two single beds and another room with two single beds.
Terrific View from most rooms including bedrooms. DON'T MISS THE FOLLOWING:
Huge Screened Porch with lots of rockers and chairs and views of Magnificent Sunsets and the St. Lawrence River - the BEST Eat-in or Relaxing Porch on 1000 Island Park! Large side yard with picnic tables.
Boat docking rentable on-site for your own boats; Free launching facilities nearby; Boat rentals available at Clayton or Alexandria Bay; Swimming cove for non-expert swimmers nearby.
Gardens, huge Oak and Blue Spruce trees.
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 Route 100 STRAIGHT THROUGH to 1000 Island Park (NOT Wellesley Island State Park!). Go straight through the main corner at 1000 Island Park, then turn left on Island Avenue to the last house on the right. There you'll find our two driveways at the back of the house, the upper one with a handy "loading dock" (back porch). If you will be towing a trailer, please be sure to call me at 315-478-0969 for other directions, to avoid a sharp turn.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: We have two driveways accomodating up to 5 cars. No parking is allowed on the street.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: T.I.Park Corporation maintains a lot for boat trailers and overflow lots for cars for which you can obtain a permit.
- Beds
- Double Bed (5)
- Twin/Single Bed (4)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: We have Satellite TV with lots of movie channels and HBO.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: We have a cheery Eat-in kitchen with a large round Oak table and chairs.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2) : We have a side-by-side refrigerator in the kitchen with ice and water in the door. There is also a second refrigerator and icemaker.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker (2)
- Catering Available: Contact the Wellesley Hotel at T.I.Park or the local Yellow Pages. Be sure to check the Thousand Islands Sun weekly (Wednesday)newspaper.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: 3 burner gas grille with light and cover. You can get tanks refilled at the Fineview Minimart, corner of Cross Island Road and County Route 100 on Wellesley Island, about 2 miles from our house.
- Balcony (2) : We have a small balcony overlooking the back porch and a larger one off the master bedroom, upstairs, overlooking Crystal Bay on the St. Lawrence River
- Lanai: Just off the living room there is a large screened in veranda where you can eat or relax.
- 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.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet: We have a high-speed cable modem for your use.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): We also have Wireless Internet available.
- Other Amenities
- Full Eat-in Kitchen with Chairs & Large Round Oak Table, Glass Top Cooking Range & Oven, 4 slot Bagel Toaster, Deluxe Coffee Maker, Double Door Refrigerator with Freezer, Ice Maker, Ice and Water in the Door, Second Refrigerator with icemaker, Cookware & Utensils, Dishes & Flatware. No smoking in the house, on the grounds or on the dock, no refunds. Satelite Television with many movie channels and HBO. Bring passports if going to the Casino or shopping in Canada (and letters of permission from parents of under age guests)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: While we have Labradors we require that tenants bring no pets. We can refer you to well kept kennels nearby. Advance kennel reservations are suggested.
- Kid Friendly: T.I.Park is a great place for kids: Lots of activities including swings and slides. There is a nearby shallow swimming area with lifeguard for inexperienced swimmers.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Those who sign the lease must be at least 35 years old.
- Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking in the House,on the Grounds or on the Docks.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- At T.I. Park, Security on duty; Well Trained & Equipped Fire & Ambulance Service close to our house; Great Bass, Pike Fishing; Play Area: Swings, Slides,Softball; Private Teens Picnic area; Tabernacle: Church on Sundays, Movies 4 nights a week; Main Dock: Brunch, Evening Fun, Coffee, Ice, Snacks - Boat Gas; Wellesley Hotel: Super Meals, Elegant Atmosphere, Cozy Bar & Music, Antiques & Specialty Shops; Library, Story Hours for kids; Grocery; Ice Cream & Sandwich Shop; 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, Bike Country.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$4000/week,less in June and September..Available now for weeks in 2010 and 2011.
For a party of 8, that's only $71.43 per day, per person!
Plus Advance Fees: Cleaning & Laundry $300 per stay and
T.I.Park Corporation fee: $100 per week
To Reserve:50% of rent+$500 Security payable ASAP; bal. 60 days in advance of occ.
WE SOLD OUT VERY QUICKLY FOR 2009. Please Reserve EARLY for 2010, 2011..
to be certain you get the time slot you want!
$500 additional for weeks including Fourth of July or Labor Day
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1917
Why the Owner Chose Thousand Island Park
My dad bought this property in 1917 and I inherited it. Our whole family stays here when it's not rented because we thoroughly enjoy the house, the location overlooking The River and the general ambience. Down in front of the house we have a boathouse where we keep our boats and other docks where you can rent spaces to keep your own boats. There is excellent deep water swimming and fishing off our large dock. We've caught many good sized bass and great northerns there.
Property Photos
- My son Stevie, caretaker - New York Real Estate
- South view: Shows the large size of this home. - New York Real Estate
- Great Eat-in and Relaxing Porch - New York Real Estate
- Part of our Waterfront and docks
- Eat in Kitchen Table, Workspace & Glass Top Stove
- Dining Room, Seats 12 With Room for More Tables & has a River View
- Living Room with Fireplace Plus Part of Card Room
- Back half of house
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #53716
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