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Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home, Welcome Canadians!

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A red wooden cabin with a porch and a staircase, surrounded by lush greenery.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a living room furnished with sofas and a fireplace.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a large window.
A wooden sculpture of a bear with a child, located outdoors near a staircase.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a dishwasher.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located on the lake, this vacation home accommodates 5 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers lake views and features a deck and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Adventure activities like rock climbing, mountain climbing, and kayaking await nearby, along with attractions such as Lake Algonquin and Sacandaga River. Games are also available on site.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Lake Algonquin
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Playground on site
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Wells, NY
  • Place, Lake Algonquin
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sacandaga River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gore Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪41 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home, Welcome Canadians!

Why drive hours when a great affordable vacation is so close?

Welcome to relaxing Whispering Pines Wells with its own private association sandy beach that is just a three minute walk away. This is a four season getaway retreat that is outfitted and furnished with the vacationer in mind. The home itself is a beautiful 2 bedroom cottage with a large outdoor deck surrounded by towering pine trees. It’s the perfect place to get out of the city and disconnect in nature or to use as a base for all your ADK adventures.

The first floor has a fully equipped modern kitchen and dining area, a living room with vaulted ceilings, a flat screen tv, dvd player and a freestanding gas fireplace. The first floor bedroom has a queen size bed. Across the hall is a full bathroom with a tub and a shower, as well as a washer and dryer.

In the upper level is a large bedroom that features a queen size bed. There is also a half bath on the second floor. The loft area has a twin bed and a desk, if you have to work, with a view of the lake.

The large front deck is great for entertaining and a screen porch adds outdoor living space in the warmer months. It has a porch glider, balcony chairs and a patio table.

There is a fire pit for your evening enjoyment. A gas grill is also available for you to use.

Guests will be able to enjoy central air conditioning in the summer and central heat for the winter months.

We are no longer able to provide sheets and towels. Guests will need to bring their own.

In the summer and fall, there are many hikes in the area to waterfalls, mountain tops and the Northville-Lake Placid Trail. A great bike ride is the 3.5 mile loop around the lake and through the town. In the spring, you can go fishing in the lake or one of many nearby rivers. In the winter months, it is only 20 minutes to Lapland Lakes cross-country skiing, 20 minutes to Oak Mountain and 40 minutes to Gore Mountain.

Inside Whispering Pines you will find 500 mbps fiber internet with WiFi, YouTube TV, a DVD player, MANY streaming channels as well as books, games and puzzles.

There is a fully outfitted kitchen with a k-cup coffee maker, a drip coffee maker, crock pot and a blender. Outside there is a large flat yard, and many outdoor chairs for enjoying the fire pit.

We have FOUR kayaks, a 15' canoe and a Sunfish sailboat, with all the accessories. There are carts for transporting the watercraft the short two minute trip to the launching area.

In the small town of Wells, we have a couple of general stores and a new, quite excellent, coffee cafe. At the Town Green, there are tennis/pickle ball courts, basketball hoops and a playground.

Although our town doesn't have any restaurants, there are many excellent ones just a short scenic drive away.

We enjoy the Southern Adirondacks and have been vacationing in this area since we were children. For a long time, it has been a dream of ours to own a home on a lake and in the mountains. Our hope is to share our good fortune with families like yours, who want to enjoy the fun and excitement of Lake Algonquin and all the magic that this region offers, but then want to retreat to the whispering pines, to reflect on the day, and dream about tomorrow.

Let us be your hosts for your next vacation.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

Contact us with any questions

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

We ask that you leave the cottage as clean and free of debris and litter, as possible. Accidents can occur, please do your best to clean them up.

Return all moved furniture and items to their original location.

ALL refuse MUST be in a bag before being placed into the garbage receptacle.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 956214
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
Note from host: Contact us with any questions
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Wells

Located in Wells, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Oak Mountain Ski Center and Grandview Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Algonquin and Sacandaga River. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Wells, NY

What's nearby

  • Lake Algonquin - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sacandaga River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort - 41 min drive - 58.8 km
  • Fort William Henry Museum - 58 min drive - 94.5 km
  • Million Dollar Beach - 59 min drive - 94.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Over Rock Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hope diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Carl’s Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lake House Grille - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home, Welcome Canadians! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home, Welcome Canadians!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home, Welcome Canadians!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home, Welcome Canadians!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home, Welcome Canadians! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Algonquin and Sacandaga River. Great Sacandaga Lake is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 226 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love renting the cabin every year.Well stocked kitchen & bathroom. Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was adorable with its rustic Adirondack charm and we greatly enjoyed our stay. Paul and Monica were available to answer any questions that we had and were wonderful hosts. The house was immaculate and had a very cozy feel. We would definitely consider staying there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin location. So many well thought of everday needs were met. I love that there were so many places close by that are easily assessible for small trips around the area. Our children liked the porches, backyard and all that was included within the shed.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, have been renting their smaller cabin for about eight years. Great stay as always
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paul and Monica have all the basses covered. House is amazing with beautiful views. Perfect location to town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time staying here, and we enjoyed our stay once again! Cabin is comfortable, great amenities, and nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very relaxing stay, with a lot of natural light, comfy seating/beds, and lots of little details that you don’t always find at a rental (spices, extra kitchen supplies, etc).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful camp, well maintained. Peaceful weekend getaway. The hosts were very accommodating when we had a last minute change of plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cozy little cabin. This was our 2nd stay. Owners are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home, stayed last year as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible stay. Gorgeous location, gorgeous house and amazing communication to
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Whispering Pines. Paul and Monica were easy to work with & always available for any questions we had. The cabin is cozy and comfortable, the property is the perfect size and in walking distance to the lake. Unfortunately the weather wasnt on our side during this trip but it makes us want to return in the warmer months! We will be back for sure. Thanks for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is great. Everything is as described, clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we were overall very happy with our stay at this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean, just as described, absolutely lovely. Paul & Monica were extremely accommodating, responsive, and helpful…very enjoyable to book with them, and will definitely do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little getaway to celebrate our anniversary. Highly recommend and will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cabin with wonderful decor, we celebrated the holidays there and it came with all the festivities including a Christmas tree. Beautiful space with everything you need and a fabulous location. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Very happy with the rental, a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was fantastic. It had all the amenities, plus it even had a canoe and kayaks.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. Very comfortable Beautiful week in Wells
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

This is our second year in a row renting this home. We love it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great st

Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful property! I love the location too. We walked along the beach and around the neighborhood while we were there. Having the fire it was enjoyable. Close enough to trails and quaint small town to have lots to do. Uncle Carls Coffee was good also.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks for another beautiful stay in your home. We had a great time. Thanks, also, for your responsiveness and kindness. We'd love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adirondack visit

Perfect spot! Great location! All the amenities that you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Monica and Paul Shelmandine

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We live in the Schenectady area, in a suburban neighborhood. We have been married for over 25 years, but are still active and "young at heart." We have many children and grandchildren. Our cottage is perfect for our outdoor activities, hiking, kayaking or just a walk around the lake.

Why they chose this property

We have vacationed in the Wells area since we were children and we rented for many years before purchasing in 2011. The Southern Adirondacks have so much to offer, mountains, lake, waterfalls, rivers, quaint villages and unique shops, and quality restaurants. There are also good places to get great ice cream.

What makes this property unique

Even though our cottage is not isolated, it still feels secluded. We also stay at our cottage, so we have outfitted it with the vacationer in mind. We provide many kitchen supplies and cooking items, condiments, spices and plenty of dishes. We have indoor and outdoor games, movies and streaming for rainy days, watercraft to enjoy our beautiful lake, a fire pit for those summer and fall evenings. The cottage is modern while still maintaining a mountain home vibe.

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