Location: Lake Owassa, Skylands Region, New Jersey, USA (Frankford Township, near Branchville, NJ, NYC 90 min)
Accommodations: Lakeside Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 7-8)
Welcome to our charming rustic lakeside cottage on Lake Owassa in Northwest New Jersey. The cottage (The Woodbine) dates back to 1921. You need not drive far from New York City to find a great vacation spot. On the other hand, we are no more than 1 1/2 hours from the city. (We often go into the city for shows and Yankee games!)
The Woodbine is lake front and directly connected to the dock, only 30 feet from the front porch, by a shaded wooden path. Enjoy swimming, canoeing, kayaking or rowing in the boats at the cottage. There is a great screened-in wrap-around porch with a large dining area, an indoor dining room for more intimate dinners and an eat-in kitchen. Each of the bedrooms has vaulted ceilings and can comfortably accommodate two guests. One of the bedrooms actually has three single beds. The view across the lake is of the Kittatinny Mountains and the Appalachian Trail. It is wonderful to enjoy dinner on the porch overlooking the lake as the sun sets on the ridge.
We have vacationed around the country in homes and condos and know what kinds of things are important to renters. Plenty of dishes and mugs for meals, towels for the lake, extra linens and blankets, listings of local restaurants, shops for "antiquing", rainy day activities list for adults or kids (including lots of games and videos/DVDs in the cupboard). The house is also child-friendly, with plenty of room on the porches for playing. Fishing is also good at the lake as people often pull out good sized bass and pickerel.
There are many festivals and the New Jersey State Fair (you can visit their website to check out the dates) that are held at the Sussex County Fairgrounds each year which is only 5 miles from the cottage. Some of the more popular are the Crawfish Festival (Hugely popular with wonderful food and music!), Garden Shows, AKC shows, horse shows and of course, the state fair.
The cottage is heated and available as a 3-season rental, from April 15th-October 31st, on a weekly basis. We cannot rent for only one night. Spring is a lovely time to be at the lake. Summer is warm and the sunsets can't be beat, but the Fall with all of the leaves changing colors is nothing short of spectacular! Sorry, no pets allowed.
We are now taking reservations for the Spring and summer of 2009. See below for pricing information. Rates for 2009 are the SAME as our 2008 rates if you reserve your weeks prior to January 31, 2009. Returning guest discount available, multiple week discount available.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (5) : Three in one room two in another.
- Convertible Bed: Day bed on sleeping porch. Porch is enclosed with windows and screens. New double size sofa bed in living room.
- Crib: We can arrange for a crib rental for your stay.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library (3)
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Wrap around screened porch across front and side of cottage for dining as well as relaxing on couches and chairs.
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Cottage is connected to the dock by a private shaded wooden walkway of about 25 feet in length.
- Communications
- Telephone: No long distance. Cell coverage is good in this area.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible: Handicapped accessible shower in bathroom.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Rental contract must be signed by an adult 25 years or older. Signer must present payment for the rental. This adult must be at the cottage during the stay with groups under the age of 21.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Fitness Center and Curves, Minor league baseball team in town!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 5, 2009-May 30, 2009 .. $850/wk (Return guest discount available anytime.)
May 30, 2009-Sept. 5, 2009 ..... $1075/wk,$995/wk for 2 or more consecutive wks
Post Sept. 8, Special! $130/ night with minimum of 3 nights! Weekdays or weekends!
Sept 12,-Nov 1, 2009........ $850/wk
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- View north from the dock shows half of the lake, Culver's Gap. - Lake Owassa, NJ Private Lakeside Cottage Rental
- A cozy seating area on the porch. - Lake Owassa, NJ Private Lakeside Cottage Rental
- This bedroom actually has 3 single beds, Windows on left open to lakeside porch. - Lake Owassa, NJ Private Lakeside Cottage Rental
- Kitchen comes supplied w/ pots, dishes, utensils, spices, large refrig. & stove.
- Path from the lake dock to the cottage.
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We were at Woodbine recently. The cottage is lovely - very quiet, and the amenities are great. We enjoyed the lake, the canoe, and the kayak. The screened porch is fantastic! We went to NYC. The trip was wonderful. I would recommend The Woodbine! We had 8 adults in our party, and plenty of room for all! Great vacation!
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Nigel Gray , Brede, East Sussex, UK