Cottage in Capital District, NY, USA
5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this cottage rental
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 Chester is a 2 bedroom cottage (2 queen, pull out twin, day bed on porch) and will accommodate 5 people, with 2 small bathrooms – 1 off of each bedroom (with stall showers). Includes a small kitchen, dining and living area. The screened porch and lake views are the perfect way to relax an afternoon away!
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
Linens, towels and paper goods NOT provided. Garbage to be taken to onsite dumpster. Recycling must be taken to local landfill.
The Chester is a 2 bedroom cottage (2 queen, pull out twin, day bed on porch) and will accommodate 5 people, with 2 small bathrooms – 1 off of each bedroom (with stall showers). Includes a small kitchen, dining and living area. The screened porch and lake views are the perfect way to relax an afternoon away!
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
Amenities at #3 Chester @ Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Capital District, NY, USA
Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Jun 2023
Had trouble unlocking door because I was not familiar with key fob. Easy after that. Beds were very comfortable, even the sleeper sofa was. The coffee pot didn't work, but I didn't bother to notify Patrick as I was the only person that wanted hot coffee. Nice tight screened in porch, no bugs. Will be visiting that area again.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jun 2023
This property was just what we needed, close to my family that lives in Riparius. Everything you need for the night or a week, and in a beautiful location :)
Would definitely bring my family back
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2023
Was great! We can’t wait to stay again! Affordable price and we could bring our dogs, thank you! Really enjoyed the beach too!
6.0 / 10.0Average·Sep 2020
For people who are ok with disconnecting and bringing everything to the rental, this is perfect for you. Otherwise, you might want to reconsider.
Pros: 1) The lake is across the street. Very beautiful.
2) Kitchen is well-stocked with expected appliances and utensils. MIcrowave and oven worked. I didn't use the stove.
3) Property manager responded quickly to messages and referred me to the caretaker for questions.
4) I felt safe.
5) All lights and hot water worked.
Cons:
1) Property is very dark at night. There are no outside lights near the cottage so I used a flashlight to find it.
2) To me, if a property has such a strict cancellation policy, I need all details to make a decision prior to booking. When staying here, you have to bring your own sheets, pillowcases, towels, toilet tissue, paper towel, dish soap, hand soap. I HATE that you don't know what until after you book. I booked within the 30 days so I couldn't cancel if I wanted to.
3) The wi-fi is pretty much nonexistent. So much so that it shouldn't be labeled as a feature. They should market it as off the grid. Phone signal can be spotty but I had great service in the bedroom closest to the kitchen area. I have T-Mobile but when roaming, AT&T would pop up. So I think if you have AT&T, even better.
4) The property could be better maintained. All the flags hanging outside were pitiful in appearance and part of a window frame was peeling off in the kitchen.
5) The TV didn't work. Said no signal. I didn't care that much but you might.
6) No central temperature control. They provided 2 radiators for heat. So when we checked in, the cottage was freezing!
7) They have you take the trash to the local dump after your stay.
Stay was ok but not a good fit for me and my family. I want to be informed of things that make a stay unique, like bringing your own sheets. If you're used to these things, however, you'll have a great stay.
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Top rated by guests
8.3Excellent
(6 Ratings)
"This property was just what we needed, close to my family that lives in Riparius. Everything you need for the night or a week, and in a beautiful location :)
Would definitely bring my family back"
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