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The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away!

The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away!

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Many gorgeous trees, but lots of grassy areas too! See river pictures.
Easy access, use the stairs or the ramp.
Beautiful setting all 4 seasons, only visible from across the river in winter.
Bright blue sky & inviting clear water calls you to fish & swim. 140' shoreline.
Lots of spring & summer flowers.

Overview of The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Enjoy the area

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lake george, NY
  • Popular LocationDr. Morbid's Haunted House9 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort William Henry9 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake George Steamboat Company9 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, NY (ALB-Albany Intl.)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd floor bedroom @ top of stairs

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2nd floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom - main floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away!

Location, Location, Location! One minute or so (by auto) from exit 23 (exits 21 & 22 lead directly into Lake George village) from Hwy 87(Northway). The house is an excellent starting point for travel by auto to the recreational playground of Lake George (5 min), Saratoga Race Track & Casino (30 min), winter sports at Gore Mt (25 min), Americade Motorcycle Event (2 blocks), World's Largest Garage Sale (2 blocks), and unlimited hiking , biking, and all water sports. Additionally there are many great golf courses nearby, or you can launch a canoe, kayak, or yourself into the Schroon River from the lengthy waterfront yard, if fishing from the riverbank is not enough effort! Note: water is COLD and in summer usually slow moving, however there are rapids a ways left of the house Please see various reviews which describe the beautiful and calming views from the house's surrounding deck while enjoying a glass of wine or waking up to breakfast on the covered porch; the fire pit with tons of firewood for roasting hot dogs & marshmallows; the comfortable and cozy living room space while in the middle of the action; the more private, yet well furnished basement area (large screen tv, games, books, fireplace, full bath, laundry room, & access to outdoors, which besides the firepit has a picnic table and 2 Weber grills; and end your day sitting on the specially lighted deck enjoying over head fans, music, and peacefulness, while planning your next day's adventures.
Another feature often praised in reviews is the very well equipped kitchen. Don't expect the 4 plates, 4 glasses kind of place! As a premier host I tend to go overboard supplying information re: the house(labeled light switches & various written operating directions) plus brochures for things to do around the Lake George area & restaurant and menu info. The house is also left as if I'd be the one re-entering, e.g. cupboards contain all the staples (sugar(s), flour, s&p, spices, coffee filters, saran wrap, foil, zip locks, paper towels, T.P., garbage bags, dish & dishwasher detergents, etc. etc. I also leave partially used condiments in the refrigerator, for those who choose to use them. I only ask that if you finish up an item, (except for refrigerator condiments) please replace for future guests and ME!
I sincerely hope guests appreciate and enjoy being here as much as I do, and in turn take good care of my loved and well "lived in" home. Luckily there is renowned fine dining at Brunetto's (within walking distance of the house, for uphill walkers), and, of course, you can stroll into Warrensburg for a variety of family oriented restaurants or a late night McDonald's snack attack! Another nearby convenience is a 24 hour grocery store(for uphill walkers), as well as a different grocery in Warrensburg. Although Warrensburg is very close, our address (and taxes, ugh) is Lake George, NY
The river side and woods at front & back of the house feels like being in the wilderness, but village of Warrensburg is only a 2 block walk away. Pristine beauty, peace, and quiet, with all the conveniences of home.

Note: During December, 2023 and most of January, 2024, the VRBO ad was inadvertently inactive, thus the unusual number of summer weeks still available.

Please note there is a fully refundable property charge of $500 providing there is no damage or additional cleaning charges are levied when a guest fails to honor house rules. Examples of possible reasons for increased cleaning fees are: time required to wash/dry linens far exceeding what a family of 8, or less, are expected to use; cleaning up grassy areas of animal waste or massive amounts of accumulated dog hair inside; bags of trash requiring a trip to the dump; or tackiness of some who throw garbage and/or cigarette butts on the ground around the yard and fire pit! Of course smoking inside the house would necessitate specialized cleaning, luckily I haven't experienced that so I'm unable to estimate a cost. Sorry to sound so negative but bad experiences with 2 groups who were not as they described themselves, made for some tense times trying to rectify issues from 1600 miles away. Prior and since the 2 problematic groups, I have never had a time when it was necessary to withhold deposit $, nor do I feel the need to currently charge a pet deposit fee, as all but a very few have been very respectful.
There is now a $99.80 rental tax which is required by Lake George of Warren County, New York. It is an Occupancy Tax of 4% of the weekly rental rate, levied on private home rentals and hotels. This $99.80 fee is shown under Custom/Property fees and is based on the $2310 weekly rate plus cleaning fee.


Discounts for repeat visitors!: As a relative 'newbie' at sharing my home, I have been extremely pleased and grateful to the families I have gotten to know (via email) through the before, during, and after rental process. As a result, I welcome them to re-visit at a discount!
I also will gladly accept their recommendations for any family or friends wanting to stay at my house, as they have proven themselves to be reliable, considerate, and extremely kind in their remarks and reactions.

Once we receive each others emails and/or phone #'s, feel free to call with any questions. Although I will provide lots of house & information about the area before you arrive, if you have specific needs I'll definitely try to locate that information for you.
In summary, the house is designed with families in mind. Multi-generational family groups are especially fun to host & house is NOT designed, nor intended, as a party house!!
Hard fast rules are: no cats; no smoking inside house due to all the interior wood; change over day is Saturday; trash & recycle large containers must be placed near the road on Sunday evening; more than 1 dog can be considered depending on age, breed, weight, etc.
The freebies include: free fire wood for the firepit; no fee to launch kayaks, canoes, etc from the river bank; and fish for hours @ no charge! We've not tried this, but plenty of wooded property could probably provide you free bait too! And based upon many reviews, the best freebie is the covered deck area for its peacefulness & calming views of natural beauty.

Property manager

Rose Gorgen
Premier Host
Premier Host

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
Children welcome, safety caveat - river enticing

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Well mannered dogs only, will consider more than 1

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO indoor smoking! Lots of outdoors. Plz no butts!
The # and make up of group agreed for rental, must remain the same w/o prior approval. No large group functions!
Trash bin(s) must be roadside before 3am Monday for pick-up; or pay for an extra trip! 2 extra large bins are more than adequate for a family of 8.
$500 property loss fee is fully refundable UNLESS extra cleaning fees are required by housekeeper or damages occur. See info in Description.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake George

Located in Lake George, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Outlets at Lake George and Adirondack Outlet Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake George and Adirondack Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Six Flags Great Escape and House of Frankenstein Wax Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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lake george, NY

What's nearby

  • Adirondack Winery - 8 min drive
  • Lake George Shoreline Cruises - 8 min drive
  • Dr. Morbid's Haunted House - 9 min drive
  • Fort William Henry - 9 min drive
  • Lake George Steamboat Company - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Edward Station - 30 min drive
  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min walk
  • Charlie's Bar & Kitchen - 8 min drive
  • The Bond 1786 - 19 min walk
  • Dunkin' - 10 min walk
  • Duffy's Tavern - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The solitude of the woods with civilization only 2 blocks away! located?

This family-friendly Lake George holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Adirondack Park and Warren County Nature Trails. Hudson River is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P., Kingston, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Lake George Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time staying at Rose's house. The house and property were exactly as described and perfectly clean. The location was accessible to all of the Lake George area activities our family enjoyed. Our 4 year old especially delighted in finding ripe black raspberries each day of our stay. Rose was especially accommodating of our special needs and requests and I'm very grateful for her generous hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CASEY M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time is the best time
this was a wonderful property, the house is very well stocked and in excellent condition. Even though we had a lot of rain the covered back porch was wonderful we sat there through the storms as long as it wasnt thundering and it was so relaxing. We fished right off the bank and caught lots of fish. Only drawback is you can only get one fisher down there at a time because the space is steep and narrow. The river was high though so i am not sure if it usually has more bank or not. i would definately recomend this for a family but be careful with littles as there are steep stairs in the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise F., Franklin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer vacation 2023
The house was beautiful and contained everything we needed for my husband and I, along with our 3 adult sons. Location was just minutes from beautiful Lake George and other attractions. Owner Rose was great with communication and checked in with us after we arrived to be sure we had everything and readily responded to questions. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for large families
Three generation family vacation. This spacious beautiful house was perfect for us. Plenty of “family areas” for together time, but enough separation to do your own thing. I loved sitting by the fire pit or on the covered deck late at night. My ‘boys’ including 11yr old grandson, loved early morning fishing right on the property. Great location! 10-20mins to most popular Lake George activities. Rose is a very thoughtful host. She provided everything you need to know: instructions, manuals, brochures. Everything you might need for a vacation: books, games, beach towels, coolers. Also, anything you might have forgotten: 1st aid kit, sunscreen, and spices…oh my! Thank you Rose for opening your home up for others to enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Fishing Spot
Great to be by the river so that my son and I could fish easily. A great getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rose Gorgen

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We consist of husband, wife, and two adult sons. Husband grew up in Albany and as a result our family was frequently visiting the Albany area. After years of staying in family guest rooms, we decided to build a northern home for vacations, and ultimately retirement. Not only were we crazy to build long-distance from Florida, but who lives in sunny Florida and retires to the North! Of sound mind on both counts - house turned out to be a beauty & couldn't have chosen better for retirement - providing we can enjoy the beautiful seasons in NY and escape the cold on occasion.

Why they chose this property

The Lake George area holds great memories for us and always was the place to be. We were delighted to find a stunning piece of riverside property containing a 120 year old house, which had a hidden 'for sale' sign. After much time and $ attempting to save the old house, had it bulldozed to start anew. Although the long distance building project lasted 3-4 years, the results are worth it. A pictorial history of the building experience is available for your pleasure.

What makes this property unique

Our home is convenient and PRIVATE! Convenient in location and convenient in living. The house contains everything that we or visitors might need (with the exception of personal items). If you are looking for a 4 plates, 4 forks, etc. kind of place, this is not it! We come and go regularly and leave the house as if we were returning home. So far our 'homey' method has worked, and guests have cared for and enjoyed our home like their own. Did I mention the surroundings? The beauty of nature's 4 seasons surround the house, The spacious decks and plentiful doors and windows encourage staying put and contemplating what's good about life. During most seasons of the year, being surrounded by trees gives you total privacy.

The house is a great starting place when heading out for too numerous to list activities available in Lk George, Saratoga, Lk Placid, Vermont, Montreal, etc, and a better place to come home to. Leave the crowds/noise/confusion behind, and reminisce about your day's activities while relaxing on the covered deck and watching the river flow by.

Bonus! A new Price Chopper grocery store opened in 2014, and even though it is within walking distance of the house, for able bodied, there is no evidence that it exists behind the bend in the river. Especially nice is that it's open 24 hrs a day, during the summer season. If you run out of ingredients for S'mores at midnight, no problem.

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