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The Dakota, Family & Dog-Friendly Adirondack Cabin on Lake Algonquin

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Explore the area

Map
Wells, NY
  • Popular LocationMountain Memories8 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Algonquin15 min walk
  • Popular LocationMoffitt Beach16 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Dakota, Family & Dog-Friendly Adirondack Cabin on Lake Algonquin

The Dakotais a new, modern, four-season, log-sided cabin on Lake Algonquin in the southern Adirondack mountains. The Yogi and the Dakota were built in 2016 by David and Jennifer Woodward of Wells, NY. The cabins were named after their two dogs they raised for Guiding Eyes for the Blind. My Wife Crystal and I have been guests at both cabins many times throughout the years. David and Jennifer were always the most gracious of hosts which made the experience that much more special.

In 2022 Crystal and I became the new owners of the cabins. We could not be more thrilled to be able to continue to enjoy the cabins and to have the opportunity to share them the with our guests.

We are a family friendly property requiring guests to be a minimum age 25 unless accompanied by a guardian. Dogs are welcome with prior approval. In the spring, summer, and fall, enjoy canoeing, kayaking and fishing using our canoe and kayaks. Paddle up the Sacandaga River or over to Lake Algonquin directly from our property . Our boats are available based on spring and fall weather. Boats are always available from May 15th to October 1st. Our grill is charcoal, just bring your charcoal and lighter fluid and enjoy outdoor cooking! - or just sit back and enjoy the wilderness that is the North Country. Behind the cabin is a large flat area for activities and a fire pit for s'mores and relaxing in the evenings. On a clear night, the stars are amazing!

It's a short walk or drive to the town beach, where you can swim or soak up the sun. Or, explore the many hiking trails in the area, leading up mountains, to waterfalls, or into the solitude of the forest.

In the fall, the leaves are spectacular! There are many beautiful scenic byways you can drive right from our doorstep.

In the winter, enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, tubing, ice skating and snowmobiling. Hamilton County has some of the best Snowmobiling in NY. Our cabin is directly on the NYS trail system with access to hundreds of miles of groomed, marked snowmobile trails. We also have plenty of parking for your snowmobile trailer.

The first floor features a living room with a leather sectional sofa and a 42"flat-screen television with DIRECTV and a DVD player. The dining room includes seating for six. There is a modern kitchen with a stainless electric stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave oven and coffee-maker. The downstairs bedroom has a queen-sized bed. The bathroom has a bathtub and a washer and dryer. There is a screened porch out the back door, and a full open covered porch out front.

The second floor includes a full bathroom with a shower. The upstairs bedroom has a full-sized bed and twin bunks tucked into an alcove, and a 32" flat-screen television with DIRECTV and a DVD player.

There is W-Fi with high speed internet and a land-line telephone. The cabin is equipped with central heating and air-conditioning.

The cabin is conveniently located on NYS Route 30 and is set back 350 feet from the road, down a paved driveway with a 65' X 105' paved parking area.

We are located 3 hours and 45 minutes from New York City, 4 hours from Boston, 3 hours from Montreal and 90 minutes from Albany.

Dogs only with approval by owner.

Property manager

John H Ponticello
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Wells

Located in Wells, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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 Adirondack Park and Lake Algonquin. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Wells, NY

What's nearby

  • Mountain Memories - 8 min walk
  • Lake Algonquin - 15 min walk
  • Moffitt Beach - 16 min drive
  • Piseco Lake - 30 min drive
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Over Rock Cafe - 1 min walk
  • Hope Diner - 8 min drive
  • Lake House Grille - 16 min walk
  • Alpine Grille - 7 min drive
  • Torts Twist - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Dakota, Family & Dog-Friendly Adirondack Cabin on Lake Algonquin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Dakota, Family & Dog-Friendly Adirondack Cabin on Lake Algonquin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Dakota, Family & Dog-Friendly Adirondack Cabin on Lake Algonquin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Dakota, Family & Dog-Friendly Adirondack Cabin on Lake Algonquin located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Adirondack Park and Mountain Memories. Lake Algonquin and Sacandaga River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meaghan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely ADK Get-a-Way
Our family of five plus our pup stayed at the Dakota for a little getaway weekend for my husbands birthday. The cabin was even nicer in person than in the photos, very clean and very well appointed with everything you could need. My 3 boys loved the bunk room which was perfect for them, and there was even a dog bed and bowels for our four legged girl. The one and only thing that I could say is that both my husband and I found the downstairs bed to be a bit uncomfortable. It was still a bit too cold to take advantage of the canoes or kayaks, but we did make a cozy fire in the fire pit after going on some nearby hikes. The kitchen had everything I needed to make dinner our first there. Well stocked with any type of pot/pan, utensils you could need. Our second day we had taken the quick ride to Northville to check out the cute town. We stopped at the school so our boys could play on the large playground and then had dinner at the Alpine Grill on the way back to the cabin. We had a nice meal with many choices for everyone. We had a lovely relaxing weekend and all agree we want to go back when the weather is warmer to take advantage of all the cabin and area has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott
Beautiful cabin in quiet area. Was looking to snowmobile but mother nature didnt corroborate. Ended up snowshoeing to mountains, moxham and casacde. Had a fun night in speculator for the anual burning of the Christmas trees. Would definitely come back it i get a chance. Thanks again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
We loved our stay at the Dakota. It snowed unexpectedly on our second day and as soon as it stopped, we were delighted that the owner had the entire driveway plowed for us! The kitchen is especially well furnished and we had everything that we needed for a lovely weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kristine S., Jacksonville, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin in the Adirondacks!
Communication with host was great. John was very responsive. The cabin was easy to find. Parking is open and spacious. It’s super cute! Decorated nicely. We loved the fire pit out back as well as the enclosed porch. Interior was roomy, perfect for 2-4 adults. Both my husband and I thought the mattress and couch weren’t super comfortable. The shower tub was also pretty small.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dakota P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The Dakota
The stay was great, we hiked all day and used the cabin for sleep and fires at night! Our two dogs loved the cabin and the toys that were left for them. I thought the dock was honestly closer than described and that our dogs would have decent access to swim but did not! It was also very close to another cabin which had 3 large dogs which was very hard with limited privacy due to lattice fencing! But overall since we did not stay all day at the cabin it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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