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Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!

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Caroga Lake Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | 650 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
0.5 Miles to Caroga Lake | Beach Towels
Living Room | 1st Floor | Sleeper Sofa | Smart TV | Free WiFi | Electric Heating
Living area
Living area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Caroga Lake, NY
  • Place, Wheelerville Bike Trails Access
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Canada Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Breeze
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!

Enjoy the slower pace of lake life at this Caroga Lake vacation rental! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cabin with a loft features easy access to the lake for days filled with fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Explore the natural beauty of the Adirondacks from the trails in the Ferris Lake Wild Forest. In the evenings, warm up around the fire pit with campfire stories and s’mores. From here you're just a short drive from Royal Mountain Ski Area, snowmobiling, and top-tier cross-country skiing!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | 2 Smart TVs | Fire Pit w/ Seating | Gas Grill

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Loft: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

CABIN FEATURES: Beach towels, deck, yard, private lake access, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Electric stove/oven, refrigerator, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, Keurig, toaster, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Electric heating, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, keyless entry
FAQ: 2 exterior stairs required for access, 1st-floor bedroom & bathroom, limited cell service, no A/C
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR RECREATION: Caroga Lake (0.4 miles), Kane Mountain (3.9 miles), Canada Lake (4.7 miles), Peck Lake (5.4 miles), Willie Wildlife Marsh (7.8 miles), Shaker Mountain (10.8 miles), Ferris Lake Wild Forest (19.5 miles), Great Sacandaga Lake (22.9 miles), Mosher Marsh Preserve (26.9 miles), Wild Waters Outdoor Center Sacandaga Base (51.9)
WINTER FUN: Royal Mountain Ski Area (4.8 miles), Lapland Lake Cross-Country Ski Center (14.0 miles), West Mountain (54.9 miles), Gore Mountain (59.0 miles), snowshoeing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing
ATTRACTIONS: Sherman's Amusement Park (0.3 miles), Caroga Historical Association Museum (0.8 miles), Fulton County Museum (10.1 miles), Johnson Hall State Historic Site (12.1 miles), The Knox Mansion (13.4 miles), Adirondack Animal Land (16.8 miles), The Fort Plain Museum & Historical Park (20.7 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Saratoga Springs (40.9 miles), Albany (59.0 miles), Syracuse (98.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Albany International Airport (54.2 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does have cell phone service, but it may be spotty since the property is located in a rural area. Please check with your provider to confirm your service quality
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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
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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

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Caroga Lake

Located in Caroga Lake, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Fort Johnstown and Johnson Hall State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Royal Mountain and Grandview Mini Golf. Adirondack Animal Land and Wildlife Sports and Education Museum are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Caroga Lake, NY

What's nearby

  • Wheelerville Bike Trails Access - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Canada Lake - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Point Breeze - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Royal Mountain - 5 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Pleasant Lake - 10 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Station - 29 min drive
  • Schenectady, NY (SCH-Schenectady County) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dick & Peg's Northward Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nick Stone Inn & Steak & Seafood - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vroomans - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pine Lake Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪April's Country Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!?

As of 26 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski! on 26 Jun, 2026 start from S$123, 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 at Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Caroga Lake Retreat: Fish, Hike & Ski! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Wheelerville Bike Trails Access and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Point Breeze. Canada Lake and Kane Mountain Fire Tower are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.6

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cute! Only a few blocks away from the lake. The Dollar General is 30 seconds walk. While yes there is a fire dept the tones aren't bad at all. The fire pit is awesome, but bring your bug spray!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

joseph c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location
the cabin is very nice we had a nice stay,my I suggest if possible changing the bathroom door or at least a hook and eye for privacy, also some dark bedrooms curtains the neighbor across the highway has a out side light that shines into the bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kacie T.

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

Perfect!

I had a last minute family emergency and needed a place to stay, quick! This Caroga Lake location was available and it worked out wonderfully. The location was great and the size was perfect. Communication with the host was wonderful. I accidentally locked myself out (whoops 😂) and the issue was resolved within a reasonable time. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Barbara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Wouldn’t go back

Issues:The loft was unusable due to the incredibly steep stairs and hot temp up there. The property is right on a main road with a fire station across the street so very noisy. The outdoor space was not well kept, grass not mowed, junk yard next door, and the neighbors house is just feet from the fire pit.What we liked:The main floor was comfortable and had AC. It is walking distance to the public beach and very close to a store and restaurant. Comfortable mattress in bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Sibel

Unclean

The whole place needs a really good cleaning. The odor of greasy cooking was everywhere through and through-- in the kitchen and living room and the bedroom was not much better. All of the hard surfaces even the headpost on the bed was greasy to the touch. Then to mask the odor a chemical fragrance was used which felt like poison to me. Awful experience. I couldn't wait to leave.
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Adorable cabin. Very quaint. Cleanliness could have been a little better. (Cobwebs everywhere). The bathroom door needs to be replaced and the light for the porch did not work (kind of dangerous for the porch steps at night) other than that had a wonderful time. Thank you! Danielle
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Good times at the Rustic Cottage

We couldn’t have been happier. The cottage was beautiful inside and out was rustic like it said inside was nicely decorated. It was centrally located to the marina. Enter the general store and gas station. The surrounding neighbors were very pleasant, and I’m looking to go back there again in July, I can’t say enough about the place. I was very happy and for the price you couldn’t beat that. And the owner couldn’t have been any nicer to try to accommodate me. Sincerely, Michael Mcbride.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tom A.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice people but the property needs updates

First, the welcome basket and smores supplies were great; our granddaughter loved that. However, the property itself was noticeably run down. We rent properties in the Adirondacks several times every year, And this was one of the most rundown properties we have stayed at in several years. The bark trim around the doorways and windows was a problem - if you bumped or tapped it all the wood dust came falling out. And there was no vacuum to clean it up. The kitchen table looked handmade and was so old that even after cleaning it, it was still sticky. The dishes in the cupboards had to be washed before they could be used. The cupboards were dirty and there were cobwebs everywhere. For the cleaning fee that was charged, we definitely would expect more attention to detail there. The wood pellet grill on the back deck had no instructions so we had no idea how to work it. I downloaded the user manual and the app and we still weren’t able to grill steaks on it because it never achieved a high enough heat. The online reviews for that particular grill were terrible by the way. Overall, I would say that this property is extremely rundown and needs a lot of updates. Sorry, I have to be honest here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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