10/10 Excellent
Mitchell Z.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, hosts, and area
Mitchell Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 355.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Jay, NY
- Wilmington Town Beach10 min drive
- Santa's Workshop13 min drive
- Whiteface Mountain17 min drive
- Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)118 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable
Unwind in the newly built Covered Bridge Cottage beside the Ausable River in Jay, NY. The property is cradled between the mountains of Jay and the beautiful vineyard and gardens of the property. You will be immersed in this secluded yet central experience, which is sure to restore the soul. The gentle rumble of the river is ever present as you relax in the cottage looking out over our 3 acres of natural beauty at distant views. During summer book the cottage with the glamping tent for a truly unique experience. Please reach out if you via message if you are interested in this option.
The space- Our 3 acre riverfront property has the option for three separate rentals during the summer and two rentals in winter (2 people per rental). During summer we offer The Glamping Tent at the Jay Covered Bridge and the Jay Covered Bridge Retreat in addition to the Covered Bridge Cottage. During the winter we offer the Covered Bridge Retreat in our main house in addition to the Covered Bridge Cabin. Please send us a message if you are also interested in these.
We are directly on Rt 9n, perfect access for biking the iron man course, or enjoying the Jay green and its musical treats. Whiteface and Keene are 10 minutes away, while Lake Placid is 20 minutes.
Parking/Access: The parking area is in front of our main house. A 150 foot gravel pathway leads you to the seclusion of the cottage. There is one step up onto the porch.
Cottage: The cottage has a large and well appointed kitchen with an open dining and living area. The house has two porches, a covered porch facing the river and traditional porch facing the vineyard looking down valley across the vineyard. The cozy bedroom has a queen bed, and closet with washer and dryer. The bathroom has heated floors and a beautifully tiled shower.
Surrounding Environment: A short 100 foot walk brings you to the peaceful private picnic area by the side of the Ausable River with a birds eye view down valley of the covered bridge and its cascading falls, or simply admire it from either porch.
Guest access- The outside lawn, riverside and garden areas of the property are shared with our other listings.
Other things to note:
Important- The cottage has two bathrooms within the building envelope. One bathroom has an external entrance and is dedicated to the glamping tent. This is sound insulated from the cottage and we ask our tent guests to respect quiet hours when using it.
The space- Our 3 acre riverfront property has the option for three separate rentals during the summer and two rentals in winter (2 people per rental). During summer we offer The Glamping Tent at the Jay Covered Bridge and the Jay Covered Bridge Retreat in addition to the Covered Bridge Cottage. During the winter we offer the Covered Bridge Retreat in our main house in addition to the Covered Bridge Cabin. Please send us a message if you are also interested in these.
We are directly on Rt 9n, perfect access for biking the iron man course, or enjoying the Jay green and its musical treats. Whiteface and Keene are 10 minutes away, while Lake Placid is 20 minutes.
Parking/Access: The parking area is in front of our main house. A 150 foot gravel pathway leads you to the seclusion of the cottage. There is one step up onto the porch.
Cottage: The cottage has a large and well appointed kitchen with an open dining and living area. The house has two porches, a covered porch facing the river and traditional porch facing the vineyard looking down valley across the vineyard. The cozy bedroom has a queen bed, and closet with washer and dryer. The bathroom has heated floors and a beautifully tiled shower.
Surrounding Environment: A short 100 foot walk brings you to the peaceful private picnic area by the side of the Ausable River with a birds eye view down valley of the covered bridge and its cascading falls, or simply admire it from either porch.
Guest access- The outside lawn, riverside and garden areas of the property are shared with our other listings.
Other things to note:
Important- The cottage has two bathrooms within the building envelope. One bathroom has an external entrance and is dedicated to the glamping tent. This is sound insulated from the cottage and we ask our tent guests to respect quiet hours when using it.
Property manager
Caleb Smith
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Jay
Located in Jay, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ausable Theater and Keene Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whiteface Mountain and River Stone Wellness. Santa's Workshop and Dartbrook Rustic Goods are also worth visiting.
Jay, NY
What's nearby
- Wilmington Town Beach - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
- Santa's Workshop - 13 min drive - 12.7 km
- Whiteface Mountain - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
- High Falls Gorge - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
- Mirror Lake - 33 min drive - 33.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- A&W Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe - 6 min drive
- Adirondack Chocolates - 8 min drive
- 20 Main - 9 min drive
- Rudy's Scar Bar & Grille - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Amenities
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Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michele F.
28 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful spot
Michele F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ron J.
27 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
Ron J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Peggy F.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies’ hiking trip
Peggy F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alese S.
14 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Piece of Paradise
Alese S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard
4 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Richard
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eleri C., Connah's Quay, Wales
28 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing riverside retreat
Eleri C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Caleb Smith
I am a local to the Adirondack region, while my wife Eleri is from Wales. We are both passionate about all things natural which you will be immersed in while on our "farm and vineyard." Eleri is a passionate horticulturalist and herbalist in her day job, while I coach the US Olympic skeleton team. We enjoy meeting our guests and are very open, but also respect that some people just want some quiet privacy and our property provides exactly that.
Why they chose this property
Jay is centrally located, but just outside of the hustle and bustle. It's a gorgeous agricultural valley with a thriving music and arts scene. Everything is a short drive, but in Jay we have views and peace that can't be beat!
What makes this property unique
Our property sits directly on the Ausable river by the covered bridge. It is covered in orchards, vineyards and gardens as well as commanding views of the valley, river and high peaks. The towns top swimming hole sits just below the cottage. You are steps away from summer music at the Jay green or Amos ward theater, and a quick drive to some of the best hiking and restaurants in the area.
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