Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Sledding nearby
A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Porch or veranda
Dog-friendly
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Kitchen
Internet access
Explore the area
Old Forge, NY
beach near Lake Serene
Place, beach near Lake Serene
18 min walk
Enchanted Forest Water Safari
Place, Enchanted Forest Water Safari
2 min drive
Calypso's Cove
Place, Calypso's Cove
2 min drive
Where you'll sleep
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2 off master bedroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly.
Come enjoy the perfect blend of privacy and convenience in our sparkling 1500 sf log home. You'll be nestled on 3 secluded acres, but with all the conveniences and fun of downtown Old Forge close by. Truly the ideal place to rest, reconnect, and play.
Full week only in July and August: Saturday 3PM to Saturday 10AM. All else 3 day minimum.
HOME FEATURES: - 3 bedrooms: 1 large master with king bed and full bathroom; and 2 good-sized bedrooms (1 queen bed, the other with full bed and bunk bed) sharing a bathroom. - Inviting living room with spacious entertaining area. - Kitchen opens to living area. Huge island for food service. - Laundry on main floor. - Upstairs only. - Wood stove does not function properly so we have it locked (ventilation)
NOTE: Well-behaved dogs welcome. We do charge an additional $75 cleaning fee to ensure that our home will be as fur and odor-free for the next guest as it was for you! :)
MANY WAYS TO PLAY, including:
- Numerous hiking trails very close to property. - Shopping in Old Forge (less than 1 mile) - First-run movies at The Strand Theatre (less than 1 mile) (URL: http://strandoldforge.com) - Enchanted Forest/Water Safari (less than 1 mile) (URL: http://www.watersafari.com) - Beach access (2 miles) - Lake cruises (less than 1 mile) (URL: http://www.oldforgelakecruises.com) - Adirondacks Scenic Railroad (3 miles) (URL: http://adirondackrr.com/thendara.html) - McCauley Mountain (4 miles) - hiking and biking activities (URL: http://mccauleyny.com)
FOOD & SPIRITS: Here's a comprehensive listing of area groceries, pubs, diners, cafes, and fine-dining establishments (URL: http://oldforgeny.com/restaurants.html)
EVENTS CALENDAR: Check out what's happening during your visit. (URL: http://www.oldforgeny.com/events.html)
ATTRACTIONS, BUSINESS & SERVICES!: For a full listing of area attractions, businesses and services, visit the Old Forge Business Directory (URL: http://www.oldforgeny.com/business.html#attractions)
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Additional $75 cleaning fee applies for pets
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3909163
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 deadlock
About the area
Old Forge
Located in Old Forge, this cabin is near a water park. Pigeon Lake Wilderness and First Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Calypso's Cove and View Arts Center. Enchanted Forest Water Safari and View are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Enchanted Forest Water Safari - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Calypso's Cove - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Fourth Lake - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
Getting around
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 117 min drive
Restaurants
Oasis Cafe’ - 4 min drive
Tony Harper's Pizza and Clam Shack - 4 min drive
Blue Line Coffee - 3 min drive
Daiker's - 6 min drive
Keyes Pancake House - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly.?
As of 30 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly. on 16 June 2027 start from NZ$2,017, 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 Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy retreat: 1 mile from Old Forge. Close to all nature. Dog friendly. located?
Situated in Old Forge, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of First Lake, View Arts Center and Enchanted Forest Water Safari. Calypso's Cove and Fulton Chain Craft Brewery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
An absolute 5-star experience! The home was exceptionally clean, incredibly comfortable, and nestled in a peaceful, quiet neighborhood that is minutes from town. Check-in was a breeze, and we were so impressed by the thoughtful touches, from the perfectly stocked kitchen to the great selection of games. We had a wonderful time and would absolutely love to stay here again!
Beautiful cabin looks brand new, has everything that you forgot from home and some stuff I didn't have like a dishwasher. Property was Beautiful and easy to find. 2 mins from town and nature all around. Excellent cabin all around! Thanks again.
This is our fourth or fifth time staying here and we just love it. It is perfect for our family. Jody and Brian are always very communicative when needed but usually the property is perfect and we do not need to reach out for any issues. Everything is clean and comfortable, and we love that the property is surrounded by the forest yet so close to town...the best of both worlds! Our trips to the Thayer cabin are something my family looks forward to every year. :)
Perfect location! Close to trails and town. Home was very clean. Jody is a great host and very responsive, answering all our questions as they popped up. Definitely would stay again. Our pups loved the place too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Archival
8/10 Good
Jennifer R.
11 September 2016
Great house to spend time with family and friends
We would highly recommend staying here. The house has all the amenities you will need. Location is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon. Jody and Brian
From booking to check in, everything was smooth sailing. Host was very responsive and helpful. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. The setting is beautiful and convenient to many places we wanted to explore. The kitchen is very well stocked. We enjoyed our time in the Adirondacks.
This was the perfect place for us. The house is extremely clean and is in a great location. It’s just a couple minutes from downtown Old Forge and there is many places to hike nearby. 100% recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2024
Thank you so much. We love the location and I am so glad you enjoyed yourself. Come back soon. Jody
We had a great week away in our favorite area to visit. The cabin was cozy with a giant kitchen and plenty of cookware that we made food all week. The boys lived the bunk beds and we enjoyed the layout of the cabin so the sleeping was not disturbed by laundry.Great place to stay that is well maintained
This was a very nice cabin. Everything was set up well and was very clean. We had a fire at the fire ring one night, saw some deer that were virtually tame, enjoyed watching the chipmunks and squirrels, and relaxed around the cabin when we weren't busy in Old Forge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your feedback. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Tonya R.
19 August 2018
Cannot wait to return!
We just returned from a fantastic week away at this beautiful camp. Wonderful, clean accommodations that are close to town, but nestled in the woods so you still get all of the peace and quiet you need to recharge. All four of us were sad to leave, but are looking forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2023
Tonya, we are so glad you enjoyed yourselves. I completely understand and have experienced myself the recharging effect. Look forward to your return.
Jody and Brian
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is beautiful and well maintained. Everything is in close proximity but yet you seem removed from it which we like. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2023
Thank you for your review. My husband spent a lot of time thinking thru the location and the privacy. Glad you enjoyed it. Come back soon.
House was extremely clean, beautiful setting in the woods. Trails to walk, fire pit with chairs. Overall loved the house will return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa K.
31 October 2016
Amazingly beautiful cabin in the woods!
And I mean amazingly beautiful! Everything is updated and new and beautiful and clean and still has that Adirondack feel! Thank you, Brian and Judy and Nicole! We truly enjoyed our stay! Would definitely come back and rent again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2023
Alyssa, thank you for the kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again for many wedding anniversaries to come :).
Jody & Brian
What a fantastic time I had celebrating my 70th birthday at this perfect “cozy retreat”! Exceptionally clean and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. All you need to bring is food! PS…our 2 labs loved it too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2024
Happy 70 years young. Thank you for your review. I am super happy you had an enjoyable time. Hope to see you soon. Jody
About the host
Hosted by Jody Nielsen
Brian and I have two beautiful daughters and three beloved Labrador Retrievers. We love outdoor living and built this home as an escape from everyday stresses and responsibilities. We hope it brings you as much peace and happiness as it does us. Welcome!
Why they chose this property
We are looking forward to retiring in the Adirondacks in 15-20 years. This property has plenty of land and is perfectly situated between beach access and snowmobile trail access. We have never lived so close to groceries or numerous dining establishments.
What makes this property unique
Lake Access with property membership to an association that includes a private beach and boat launch. ~2 mile drive from Property. Snowmobile/hiking trail within site of property. Walking Distance to Downtown Old Forge, including Enchanted Forest.