Beautiful waterfront cottage where you feel like you can touch the ships.
This is a very special property that was built in the 1950's. The entire cottage has been updated while still keeping the original charm of a special getaway. A winding wooded driveway, which ends at the cottage, giving complete privacy from the street. Enter the cottage into a great room which is surrounded by windows and sliding doors giving a spectacular view of the St. Lawrence River. The kitchen recently renovated, has a full size refrigerator, conventional oven and an island all facing the open living and dining areas. A beautiful stone fireplace with a gas insert will add to the ambiance and keep it warm on cool nights. There is a large Smart TV in front of two comfortable leather couches. The cottage has 2 bedrooms on the main floor with an adorable loft above. The Master bedroom has it own 1/2 bath, Smart TV and a queen size bed that is facing the River. The cozy second bedroom has two twin beds. The loft features a pull down ladder for easy access to a charming area that easily sleeps two. The new washer / dryer are conveniently located in their own laundry room. Wake up to the sunrise while sitting on the spacious deck that feels like it is on top of the water. Enjoy the international ships that pass so close you feel like you could touch them. A St. Lawrence granite fire place is located at the waters edge with a picnic table, Adirondack chairs and a beautiful view of the 1000 Island Bridge. Travel back and forth to the main land across the stunning 1000 Island Bridge using a bridge pass is included with your stay.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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No fireworks allowed.
Swimming available at your own risk.
Non compliance of rules will result in loss of future renting privileges.
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Wellesley Island
Located in Wellesley Island, this cottage is on the waterfront. Boldt Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Thousand Islands National Park. Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts and Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Bonnie Castle Resort & Marina - 16 min drive
Thousand Islands Winery - 8 min drive
Coleman's Dock Of The Bay - 15 min drive
Foxy's - 11 min drive
Jreck Subs - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful waterfront cottage where you feel like you can touch the ships. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at Beautiful waterfront cottage where you feel like you can touch the ships.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful waterfront cottage where you feel like you can touch the ships.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful waterfront cottage where you feel like you can touch the ships. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Saint Lawrence River, Boldt Yacht House and Boldt Castle. Heart Island is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Our stay was so restful. We loved watching the boats from the deck and also the yard. The property is right on the water and it was clean enough to swim. Refreshing!!! Our hosts checked on us to make sure everything was satisfactory. It far exceeded our expectations.
Everything was amazing. Definitely a 10/10!! House was clean, amenities were as advertised and the property is so close to the water. It was a perfect trip!!
Our stay was everything we hoped it to be. Visited family, watched ships, enjoyed the waterfront deck view, nice tvs, nicely stocked kitchen, very quiet and wonderful hosts. Super nice that a bridge pass was included. The tokens of appreciation left by host were super thoughtful. We had a wonderful time! Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.
We came for the view and it was shiptastic. Mesmerizing view we could sit there all day oh wait we did. Watched fireworks and ships from the bedroom. Had moonshine slushies at the Clayton Distillery. Where you get a brain freeze an a hangover all in one shot. Host was so nice and accommodating.
The cottage is perfect. Everything you need, great location, lots of outdoor seating areas and beautiful River views. Book it before it's gone, it is perfect.
We had a fantastic stay at the cottage in the Thousand Islands. The property was exactly as advertised—clean, comfortable, and incredibly relaxing. The serene surroundings and well-maintained amenities made it the perfect getaway. Highly recommend for anyone looking to unwind in a beautiful setting!
My family and I had a wonderful, relaxing week at the property. Loved sitting on the deck and watching the ships go by. Lots of amenities as well as a bridge pass which came in handy for the short drive to Clayton and Alexandria Bay.
This is an excellent property! Clean and so modern inside! It had every amenity we could have wanted and more. Watching the BIG ships go by was our goal and this house was perfect! I've been visiting the St. Lawrence River for over 40 years and I highly recommend this beautiful cabin in the Narrows!
Beautiful location on the river to see ships and relax, close proximity to Wellsley island park for a sandy beach or swim right from the deck at the house, quiet location with neighbors at quiet a distance so no one bothers you, quiet road for bike rides and walking the dog, just a perfect place!
We keep coming back year after year. Wonderful views, relaxing place and comfortable accommodations. It is so exciting to see the big ships! Thanks Carlos!
A perfect setting for a cozy cottage! Scenery second to none!
Our host greeted us and made certain we weren’t lost! Waze had the location a few houses away. The property itself is spectacular and literally felt like you could touch the ships passing by. Thanks so much and we look forward to a return trip!!
We arrived to a clean and inviting home. Carlos and Susan decorated the place perfectly and left goodies such as a bottle of wine and cheese to enjoy. The views were spectacular. This vacation spot can be a calm getaway away from the hustle and bustle or busy with little day trips. Carlos checked on us and was extremely accommodating. We will book again.
This lovely cottage right on the water is just a little piece of heaven! Sitting in the rocking chairs watching the ships and boats go by, which are close enough you feel you can touch them, is a relaxing way to pass the day. The interior is beautifully decorated and the hosts have thought of everything. We enjoyed kayaking and swimming from the dock. This is our favorite rental on the river!
So many personal touches by Susan & Juan Carlos. Improvements to the property are on going! we look forward to the deck extension, & another relaxing visit! Claudia & Mike
This is our 2nd time staying here. Love the view of the river so much! Can’t get enough of it! Super clean and well stocked. As always, communication with the owners was super easy. Thank you, thank you!!
Amazing as always. Cottage has eveything you need and Susan and Carlos are the best! In my expirience renting through VBRO, which we do often, there are none better. Our all time favorite !!!
There is a sense of calm as soon as you walk in the door. Sit on the deck that has a very wide view of the river! Watch the ships as they glide passed you so close and quietly. This was my 3rd visit & can't say enough about the property or Susan and Carlos!!
We had a wonderful week at this beautifully renovated Wellesley Island cottage. The views of the river were breathtaking and could be enjoyed from large windows inside the cottage as well as a variety of comfortable sitting areas outside. The nautical/americana style decorating was well thought out and added to the comfortable, homey feel. Carlos was so friendly and accommodating and took great care to make sure we were comfortable and enjoyed our stay. Thank you for sharing your beautiful vacation home and allowing us to create many special family memories! We hope to return next summer.
The cottage is adorable! The most important things to us are cleanliness and comfort, and this property was a winner on both counts. It was the best stocked property I have ever rented. Everything was in excellent condition. There were so many thoughtful items provided in case we may have forgotten anything. I contacted Carlos a couple of times and he answered promptly each time. We spent a good deal of time on the deck watching the ships . It was a lovely and relaxing vacation.
I have never stayed in a home that was so clean and well appointed. Perfect home for the 4 of us. The owners have everything you can imagine available at the home.
The ships are so close that you can wave to them. Being in the narrows you see and enjoy everything going on, on the river.
We enjoyed walks on the island and mainly lived on the deck.
The owners made sure everything was perfect for our stay. If we had a question they responded quickly. They love their little slice of heaven and it shows!
Our stay was amazing to say the least. The photos do not do the home justice.
Janine W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Susan Kirtland
Languages:
English, Spanish
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