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#4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming!

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Sunset over Loon Lake
Cottage #4 picnic and grilling space. View from top of Cottage #5
Birchwood 'fishing dock'
Birchwood's beach view from the lake
Cottage #4 picnic table area with charcoal grill

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chestertown, NY
  • Place, Loon Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gore Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Six Flags Great Escape
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Left Bedroom

1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Right Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Left Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Right Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

#4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming!

This is a weekly rental (Saturday to Saturday, 7 nights) during the summer season (June 15-Sept 1). Shorter length stays available on the shoulders and off-season (2 night min). Cottages available May 1 till Oct 31. Lodge available all year.

Linens, towels and paper goods NOT provided. Garbage to be taken to onsite dumpster. Recycling must be taken to local landfill.

The Loon Lookout cottage at Birchwood Cottages on Loon Lake, Chestertown NY is a two bedroom cottage (one queen, a bunk bed – twin over full, and a day bed on porch) and will accommodate up to five people. There are two small bathrooms – one off of each bedroom each with stall showers. Includes a small kitchen, dining and living area. The Loon Lookout has a screened porch and is a wonderful place to fully enjoy all that the Adirondacks have to offer!

We offer plenty of private parking for vehicles, boats and their trailers, cable television, wifi, campfire pit, and charcoal grill. Swim area with floating dock, 25'long deep water boat dock, and sandy beach are available for no additional charge between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Enjoy fishing, swimming, boating and picnicking on beautiful Loon Lake or the many other Adirondack Lakes nearby. Visit Lake George's famous attractions just a short 25 minute drive away. Spend time at neighboring fun spots including Frontier Town, Schroon Lake, Natural Stone Bridge and Caves, Scenic Gore Mountain -- gondola rides, and Ausable Chasm! Horseback riding and golfing are also available nearby!

All well behaved pets are welcome at Birchwood! Small pet fee is extra. We do ask that they remain leashed at all times while on our property. Please pick up after your pets indoors and outdoors. We prefer that they remain downstairs if staying in the Lodge and off the beds/furniture in all units (as to help keep allergens to a minimum).
Due to NYS Department of Health regulations, dogs are not allowed at the beach, in the designated swim area. We do however, have plenty of lakefront shoreline for dogs to enjoy, docks to jump from and some shallow exit areas as well. If you are using Birchwood as a base for a day trip, we ask that you take your pet with you. If that's not possible, we'd be more than happy to recommend a local "pet day care". Leaving your pet behind without supervision is not permitted. We don't want them to be frightened or rowdy while you're away -- after all they should enjoy vacation as well.
Additional cottages available on property for the extended family that wants their own space at additional cost. Rec Room is open to all Birchwood guests.

You must provide email address for forwarding of lock box access code, beach waiver, etc. Off VRBO communication is automated and limited. Every reservation requires acknowledgement of receiving and reviewing the Property Rules and Terms of Service.

Lodge - https://www.vrbo.com/4847591ha
Cottage #2 - https://www.vrbo.com/7656305ha
Cottage #3 - https://www.vrbo.com/9160685ha
Cottage #4 - https://www.vrbo.com/9343827ha
Cottage #5 - https://www.vrbo.com/7320785ha
Cottage #6 - https://www.vrbo.com/7320187ha
Cottage #7 - https://www.vrbo.com/7256241ha
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Under 18 must be supervised @ beach and rec room
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Events

Events allowed
Great for family events. Please ask for details.
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Tell us about you furry friend ahead of time.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Vehicle licence plates and names of occupants required. All must sign beach liability waiver.
Warren County NY Occupancy tax of 4% required for stays less than 30 days.
Signed contract with property management required for complete reservation.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 5
Note from host: Great for family events. Please ask for details.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Chestertown

Located in Chestertown, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Tannery Pond Community Center and Strand Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hudson Glades and Skibowl Glades. Revolution Rail Co. and North Creek Depot Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
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Chestertown, NY

What's nearby

  • Loon Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Friends Lake - 7 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort - 18 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Lake George - 22 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Six Flags Great Escape - 31 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Ice Cream Parlor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Friends Lake Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is #4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at #4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming! ?

As of Apr 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at #4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming! on May 27, 2026 start from $144, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at #4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is #4 Adirondack FamilyFriendly Waterfront on LoonLake. Boating,fishing,swimming! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Chestertown cottage is steps from Loon Lake and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Loon Lake Beach. Hudson River and Schroon Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Hiking and kayaking. Rustic, but very comfortable. Well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views were absolutely amazing! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnold S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway vacation

Amazing place to stay, a great place for families to gather and enjoy the lake on a nice hot day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Beautiful spot! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Birchwood

Owners responded quickly to any inquiries. Place was clean and just as listing described.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

ADELLE L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Things were ok but I did feel the price was high for the cabins. They are very old and hodge podged together. We all had a good time making due but honestly wouldn't recommend, because of the amount of money spent....
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donita J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean & peaceful

The cabins cleanliness exceeded my expectations. Communication with Margo and Pat was quickly responded to and the lake itself is gorgeous. Had a blast kayaking with the kayaks provided and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

We really enjoyed our stay and the views were awesome. We’ve been vacationing in the Adirondack Mountains for many years but didn’t know that Birchwood Cottages was a place that you could stay. We’ve always stayed at the Maple Leaf up in Schroon Lake. We now plan to make Loon Lake a yearly thing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Very nice just terrain was rough handicap person
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cottage was clean and quaint. Great place to escape from every day stress!

Very good experience. Margo responded very quickly to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeana M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cabin 4

The cabin is a cross from the rec hall so it got very loud in the evenings before 10pn. There was only one plate in the cabin and no cork screw. Many pots and pans were put away dirty in the cupboard because previous renters most likely didn’t bring dish soap. The fire pit is right on the edge of the road also in front of the Rec room. We did play pool and made it work because I had my own pool stick but most pool sticks for the tattered table had no tips and no chalk was provided. I rate our stay a three because I feel this cabin needs an inventory check and perhaps leave dish soap and a roll of toilet paper for your travelers.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Wah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location.

The location is very good but the bathrooms are really small. Everything else is ok except I didn’t know there were no bathroom tissues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen/Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Adirondack Vaca!

Super 10-day fall stay at Birchwood Cottages. Cottage was clean, warm and well-equipped. We made great use of the fire pit, kayaks and rowboats, as well as the screened in porch. Enjoyed the proximity to some great local restaurants but also took advantage of the kitchen for “at home” dinners. Pat and Margo are excellent hosts. They were very responsive and took time to confirm details about our stay - from WiFi to pet friendliness. The whole property is well maintained and offers lots of options for groups of different sizes/preferences. We would definitely do a return visit.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Quiet home away from home. Nice view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week!

The property was immaculate ewhen we arrived. Although full with another much larger family reunion group, everyone was cordial, shared the beach and rec facilities with no problems and both groups were considerate of quiet hours. We just loved Birchwood Cottages!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anand g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had nice time

Nice place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Patrick McGowan

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About the Owners: Birchwood Cottages is family owned and operated by Patrick and Margo McGowan, under our LLC, ADK Birchwood. Patrick & Margo McGowan have loved the Adirondack Park for decades and had been searching for the perfect spot to make their own in the Adirondacks. Margo and Patrick have always been drawn to the park; they were engaged in Brant Lake (just down the road) and married in Lake Placid, and vacationed in the ADKs just about every year since then. They have become quite the Adirondack groupies, scouring property and vacationing in various spots within the blue line for years and years, it was time to put down some roots.

Why they chose this property

How we came to love Birchwood: Margo had known about Birchwood Cottages for about 15 years, as she went to college with the previous owners daughter, and had visited Birchwood a few times throughout her college days. In years passed, she had always toyed with the idea of buying Birchwood – but considered it pipe dreams at best. In the summer of 2015, the McGowan’s came to Birchwood to have a mini college reunion with her friends and classmates, and it was then, that the timing was right to call Birchwood home! After a quick discussion with Art and Jill Spierre, and a seemingly short drive for Jen and Steve to check the place out, a handshake sealed the deal. The Hazelton’s and McGowan’s spent the summer back and forth to Birchwood, and in discussions with Art and Jill, and were finally able to call Birchwood theirs in September 2015. In 2020, Margo and Patrick made another leap and purchased the Hazelton's shares of the LLC.

Our goal is to keep Birchwood as a family friendly vacation spot for our loyal guests AND NEW ONES, so they too, can call Birchwood home (if even for a week or 2) for years and years to come!

What makes this property unique

Birchwood Cottages is a delightful set of cottages, and one large main house (The Lodge), settled on the north-west shore of Loon Lake surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains. In the summer the cottages can be rented by the week and include a nice sandy beach for the kids to play and swim. Our roped swimming area is easily accessible by steps that lead to a sandy gradual walk-in, and include a floating dock.

Loon Lake is a nicely tucked away little treasure in Chestertown, NY. There are multitudes of activities to do for a day trip- or never leave the beach- which ever you prefer. Full service marina located across the lake for all of your boating needs, and our large boat docks can accommodate any size boat! Winter time in norther Warren County boasts abundant activities; Skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, snowmobiling and annual winter festivals are plentiful.

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