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LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Exterior
Peaceful kayaking! Four kayaks available to use or just a good swim !!
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41434 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Hamilton, NY
  • Place, Colgate University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Community Memorial Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Turning Stone Casino
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rome, NY (RME-Griffiss Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs full bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean

WHITE HERON COTTAGE ! SUPER CLEAN ! SLEEPS 4! First floor primary bedroom with full bath. An addition, added bedroom side and another full bath upstairs. A large vaulted ceiling livingroom. AC cooled. Square footage is now 1,434 !

NO PETS allowed please.

Stay the weekend or enjoy 7 + days for a 10% discount off the daily rate!!!

Enjoy the swimming,fishing,kayaking or just plain relaxing!

Peaceful and private 50 feet of picturesque waterfront on Leland Pond yet close to Colgate University, shops, movie theater, restaurants, antiques and only 4 miles to Hamilton ! Only a 5 minute drive to tons of antique shops in Bouckville ny.
Cool off with a swim to our private floating dock or try your luck fishing! Small row boat available. Kayaks available too!
White Heron Cottage has been totally renovated with air conditioning, hardwood floors, freshly painted , new furnishings, and NEW sliding door from living room to deck! Gorgeous high vaulted ceiling in living room.

Relax on the deck overlooking serene Leland Pond and fire up the available grill.
First floor primary bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom.
Second bedroom is upstairs with a queen bed.
All linens provided. Two full baths.

Fully functional kitchen: 5 burner gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee pot, toaster, cookware, dishes, some spices, grill, floating swim raft, dock, deck, parking for 3 cars. Internet and t v also available!!

Great kayaks and paddle boards and tubes to float around this wonderfully calm, scenic surrounded by nature pond. It is a glacial kettle pond which is 50 feet deep in center and a very popular fishing destination.

Just ideal for a quiet getaway.

Unwind for a long weekend or stay for a week!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All children 16 years and under must be supervised by an adult by water Life jackets provided must be used by all who use the row boat and kayaks

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bouckville

Located in Bouckville, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rogers Environmental Education Center and Wolf Mountain Nature Center, while Earlville Opera House and Oneida Community Mansion House are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Utica Rome Speedway or Unadilla Motocross. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hamilton, NY

What's nearby

  • Colgate University - 6 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Community Memorial Hospital - 7 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Turning Stone Casino - 25 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Vernon Downs Casino - 26 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Hamilton College - 30 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Rome, NY (RME-Griffiss Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ray Brothers BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Fort - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Copper Turret - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Colgate University, Community Memorial Hospital and Airborne Adventures Ballooning. Earlville Opera House is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve been renting this cottage for the last 4 years and just love it! It’s such a beautiful cottage with everything you could need and such a great location. You can’t go wrong in renting this little gem!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Cozy cottage on a beautiful lake, very close to Colgate Univ.

We have stayed in this cottage 4 times now and each visit gets better as the hosts are always finding ways to make things nicer for their guests. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

koreen f.

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

Love this Lake Cottage

This place is perfect. We have stayed a couple times while visiting our Colgate student. I only regret that it was already booked for many of our visits. It is right on Leland Pond and has everything you could possibly need- including Kayaks and SUPS and the little lake is so pretty. Waking up to the water views are magical. The place is pristine and the Host is incredibly responsive and so kind and helpful. You will not regret staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget R.

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

Perfect setting, perfect house!

I've never stayed anywhere that had everything you could possibly need ready and waiting for you, it made vacation that much more relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Great Waterfront Spot

Perfect for a waterfront getaway. Great view and access to water activities. Hosts were available for questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

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

Beautiful lakefront

We had a lovely time in this spic and span home. Thank you again Vera
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little cottage is a little piece of heaven. It was absolutely beautiful from the decor to the sunsets. The whole house is extremely clean. It is the cleanest rental we have ever stayed in. It was set up perfectly for our anniversary mini getaway, to relax and recharge for my husband, myself and our older children. Sometimes I have a little bit of an issue ambulating so the downstairs bedroom made it perfect. Perfectly located. The owner has thought of all sorts of little things to make your stay a comfortable and pleasurable one. Extra blankets, extra pillows, extra towels. The dock was perfect for fishing. They caught tons of fish. Have absolutely zero negative to say about this place I think they've thought of everything. Communication was absolutely amazing. We definitely will be coming back here again! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole E.

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

A charming and relaxing cottage

We enjoyed having a charming and relaxing place to come and go while our daughter attended a hockey camp at Colgate. It was so peaceful to kayak in the pond, fish at the end of the dock and read on the balcony with a cup of coffee. The hosts were also very responsive and helped us troubleshoot when one of the air conditioners stopped working until we got it working again. Thanks for sharing your lake cottage with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily R., Houston, TX

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

Picturesque paradise!

What a lovely cottage!! I was lucky to stay here with three friends from college for our 20th reunion at Colgate and we loved this beautiful respite on Leland Pond! Close to campus and so cozy, with the most beautiful porch and view. Everything is could need and more was there to make us feel right at home. A couple took the bedroom and my friend and I bunked in the trundle beds and everyone was warm and comfortable at night. One of us swam in the pond each morning. I originally intended to come with my kids until plans changed and they would have loved it! Thank you to a wonderfully gracious host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna K.

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

Spectacular place

We spent there few days and it was not enough. This place is beautiful. House is newly renovated and very clean. You have all the essentials there. Just take beach towels with you. The fridge was filled with water so don't bother to bring any. There are 3 kayaks, boat and 2 paddle boards for you to use, and a lot of more. This place is so beautiful and quiet. The neighbors are wonderful. We were fishing a lot. My husband caught 21' largemouth bass, and one of my child got 20' pickerel and so many other small fish. Early morning is the best for fishing, We went to antiques stores 6 minutes away, Mohers farm is just 2 minutes away with fresh veggies and fruits. We are looking forward to go back to this beautiful place in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TERRY R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. It was close to everything for our needs. Outside was beautiful with all the blooming plants & flowers. Inside was very comfortable & appointed well. The back deck was amazing and the pond & trees were beautiful this time of year; we enjoyed drinking our coffee on the deck. Between the acorns and chipmunks, we stayed entertained. Vera's responses were very quick. We look forward to staying again. Thanks so much! Terry R
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our fifth year staying at this fabulous cottage. Every year something new is done to make our stay more pleasurable. The cottage is immaculately kept, amazing location and absolutely everything you need for some rest and relaxation. The host are always so accommodating and incredibly efficient. We love it so much here that we already booked next year's stay before leaving. Thank you, Vera and Walt for another amazing visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Annual Eaton Madison Bouckville Junkin’

Second year visiting family & shopping MB antique week. The cottage is perfect for my 90 year old mother. The weather was perfect & we enjoyed 4 evenings looking at the sun setting on Leland Pond. We plan to be back. The cottage is well outfitted, clean, & comfortable. Just lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne D.

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

LOOK FORWARD TO RETURNING AGAIN

Driving up to the cottage …simply took my breath away!From the flowers lining the driveway, to the window window boxes cascading with flowers, to the decor and covered front porch with chairs and fresh flowers I felt like I was in dreamland. Exactly the way I want and need to feel on vacation. A Million miles away from reality. Was so excited to get inside and I knew from the exterior even before opening the front door I was in for a treat. Let me tell you the view was breathtaking- the cleanliness was over the top. Which I appreciate since I manage property for living. Stocked with everything you need the lake, the kayaks, the paddle boards even raspberry bushes which we picked every morning to put on our cereal. Fishing good too. If anybody wants a place to unwind, let this be your go too. A True HIDDEN GEM
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy P.

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

Escape to the Lake

Peaceful, clean, modern and comfortable: perfect for our college reunion. Mattresses and pillows were very comfortable. Location is convenient to surrounding areas. Kitchen was well equipped with modern range, fridge, microwave and coffee station. Lovely nautical decor. There was sleeping for six people. Stunning sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

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

Relaxation at its Finest

A fabulous week at the White Heron Cottage. This is our 4th year's stay and each year is as fabulous as the one before. The local restaurants we have found are amazing and convenient, the friendships we've made here are memorable, the antique shopping second to none and the hosts, Vera and Walt are accommodating and the best! This is truly God's country. We will be booking year 5 very soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely Stay

We enjoyed our 3 night stay very much. The first floor bedroom and bath was ideal for my 89 year old Mom. Thankful for water and coffee bar. We visited family and shopped Madison Bouckville. Location was perfect. Enjoyed lunch at Seven Oaks CC and a great breakfast at Hamilton Inn. The cottage kitchen was well equipped for meals we cooked. We love the Mosher farm stand just up the road. Ice cream at Cobblestone very close by, too. Unfortunately, it rained a bit so we didn’t get to use the pretty decks too much. Still the pond view was spectacular. The new Delphi Park was a short distance away as was Chittenango so we saw 2 waterfalls. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

A little slice of heaven!

We have been staying here since 2020 and every year it gets better and better. The new construction has allowed us to bring our family rather than just my husband and I which the family has come to love. Being on the water and having all of the "toys" to play with is a huge plus. The interior provides plenty of room and is always so clean and inviting. I couldn't recommend a better place to stay in the area. You feel miles away but have everything you need less than 10 min. away. You can't go wrong renting this little gem!! Can't say enough good things about the cottage or Vera!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Great weekend on the lake.

Vers is an excellent host and the house is lovely. Love having access to kayaks and paddle boards. Great decks to enjoy the outside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Great setting close to Colgate.

House is very comfortable and clean. Lots of natural light. When current construction is completed will easily accommodate 3 couples or a family. Great owners, easy to communicate with. Loved the dock and outside decks that are right on a fishing pond. House has all you need with exception of dishwasher.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M., Clifton, VA , USA

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

Relaxing Retreat

We spent 4 days visiting family in the area. The house was spacious and spotlessly clean with a beautiful view of Leland Pond. We enjoyed the quiet woodland setting. Communicating with Vera and checking in were super easy. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

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

Relaxation at Leland Pond

We spent our 3rd year hear at the cottage and it's our 3rd year for a reason. The hosts are a pleasure and the cottage is amazing! This year, it has undergone quite an addition making it even more pleasurable. You are less than 1 hour from Syracuse, close to antiquing, shopping, farms, and fabulous dining. We love food and experienced some amazing restaurants this year; Horned Dorset Inn in Leonardsville (25 min away), exceptional, Creekside Inn in Oneida (25 min away), Poolville Country Store in Earlville (17 min away) wonderful farm to table. Do yourself a favor and book this fabulous lake home. We will be back next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jessica j.

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

Lakehouse paradise

Great place and close to Colgate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viv W.

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

Colgate graduation

Super property. Extremely convenient for Colgate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty D., Florida

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

Loved our stay

My husband, mother and myself traveled there for a wedding. Cottage was perfect. Great location, clean and easy. Will stay again next time we are in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Vera Kuss

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I have lived in this area my entire life and love the many lakes and rolling hills. I finally realized one of my dreams of owning a cottage on a lake! I couldn't have found a more perfect fit at Leland Pond. I have three daughters and one granddaughter who will be enjoying the cottage occasionally. Travelers needing a quiet, clean home away from home can rent for 2 days or a week!

Why they chose this property

Super convenient and easy to service and maintain!

What makes this property unique

Close to Colgate University, Hamilton College and Morrisville College ! Close to great mall in Utica or Syracuse ! Close to awesome waterpark in Old Forge, NY !
Leland Pond is quiet and clean yet close to many amenities!

Languages:

English