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Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!

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A modern two-story house with a deck, large windows, and a potted plant.
A spacious living area with a dining table, sofa, and staircase.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, a gray sofa, and a staircase.
A modern dining area with a large table, four chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space 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
    Walk to Wawayanda State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Highland Lakes, NJ
  • Place, East Highland Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wawayanda State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newburgh, NY (SWF-Stewart Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!

The quaint, lake town cottage is just a few short minutes from several private community beaches and sits on a quiet lot off the main country road.

The house was originally put up as a single room summer escape. In 2021, we finished a complete gut renovation. The finished house was recently featured in Dwell magazine.

We've provided modern luxuries for our oasis in the woods while maintaining its quaint feeling!

Summer Guests enjoy several beaches with lake access in the community. Guests can have access for a small fee required by the HOA. Surrounded by forest, there is plenty of hiking in the area as well.

Winter guests enjoy lots of skiing & tube activities nearby:

6 min - Winter 4 Kids
10 min - Mountain Creek Resort
20 min - Mount Peter
32 min - High Point Cross Country Ski

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets must be pre-approved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2323182vb
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

Highland Lakes

Located in Highland Lakes, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Mountain Creek Waterpark is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Mountain Creek Ski Resort and Crystal Springs Golf Resort are worth checking out. Consider Skylands Craft Beer & Wine Garden for a night out or Alpine Mountain Coaster if you're travelling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Highland Lakes, NJ

What's nearby

  • East Highland Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wawayanda State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Upper East Highland Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Highland Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Wanda - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Boonton Station - 39 min drive
  • Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glenwood - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crystal Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The George Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

As of 28 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC! on 11 January 2027 start from NZ$2,332, 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 Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Cottage less than an hour from NYC! located?

This family-friendly Highland Lakes holiday home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of East Highland Lake, Upper East Highland Lake and Wawayanda State Park. Highland Lake and Lake Wanda are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Douglas Segulja

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What makes this property unique

The house is a great place to escape to for a weekend or work week away. It's within an hour of NYC, but feels a world away! We have high speed wifi access for business travelers as well guest who want a weekend of Netflix! There are several communal lakes you have access to, as well as lots of hiking and other outdoor activities (sking and sledding in the winter). Or if you're looking for a quite weekend by the fire, you've found the perfect spot. We have our indoor stone fireplace (it's original!) and our new outdoor fire pit. The open living kitchen dining concept is perfect for family or friend gathers, as is the 10' dining table!

For winter guests:
1. Mountain Creek Resort 10 min drive
2. Hidden Valley (Great for kids or ski newbies) 6 min
3. Mount Peter Ski Area (more advanced) - 20 min drive
4. Lots of tubing and other winter activities around as well!

Vernon, NJ - 10 min drive
Warwick, NY - 15 min drive (great wineries, antiques, and farmer markets!)

***The HOA requires a $50 registration fee for guests (paid ahead of time) who want to use the beach amenities, plus a $2/day per person fee when you pick up your day passes. The $50 fee will be assesses once you let us know you plan to use the beach after you book.

***Dogs are welcome (max 3). There is a $50 fee per dog which is paid after you book. $150 fee will be assessed per dog if we're not informed of your pet.

*** For summer and fall dates which are further out, we're prioritizing 5 day bookings or longer. If you're looking for a shorter stay, send us a message and we will try to accommodate you as best possible. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out!

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