Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water,
This charming deluxe waterfront vacation cottage is all about location. It is located in the heart of the village of Alexandria Bay aka A-Bay. It is next to the RiverEdge Resort and you can walk to everywhere in the village including Uncle Sam’s Boat Tours where you can take a boat ride to the beautiful Boldt Castle or the storybook Singer Castle. The property has a spacious wood burning fire pit that overlooks the mighty St. Lawrence Seaway where you can ship watch. The cottage sleeps up to 10 adults (maximum) with 4 private bedrooms and 2 baths. The house was original build in 1863 has be recently remodeled. It is tastefully decorated with a wood paddle theme. The full kitchen boast ample room for preparation to save money during your family vacation by eating in. This all season cottage has heating and air conditioning in each room. Dock rental is available for an $35 per day extra fee. Sorry NO Pets allowed on the property. Nice note*** the property owners and managers live next door if you ever need anything during your stay, they can assist. This one of a kind property has been voted Number 1 vacation rental in Alexandria Bay 7 years in a row. It is in a key spot for nearby fishing, scuba, boating, touring, sailing, jet ski riding, the village beach, playgrounds, kayaking, a view of Boldt Castle from property and near by other castles and grand island mansions, restaurants, Night Clubs and Bars, Shopping, Tour Boars, Boat Rentals, Drive-In Movies, Fishing Guides, Vineyards, Distilleries, Golf, Go-Carts, Tennis, Pickle Ball, Distilleries, Wine tastings, and Shopping. Maximum occupancy is 10 people, no sleeping on cots, air mattresses or couches.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
This house is the perfect for family gatherings
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Pets
No pets allowed
Sorry due to allergies no pets, sorry
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outdoors
Dockage is available for an daily extra fee, free pubic launch ramp is only 50’ away, call, text or message to check availability and fees,
Noise, Please be advise, you will hear noise from the surrounding area the Rivers Edge Resort which is next door which includes live music, tiki bar;
SORRY, We can not allow any pets of any type due to numerous reasons, (Insurance, Waste disposal, Allergies, Noise , Leash Laws) please do not ask us.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: This house is the perfect for family gatherings
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
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Alexandria Bay
Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Alexandria Bay Downtown, a neighbourhood in Alexandria Bay. Keewaydin State Park and Grass Point State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store and Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Cornwall Brothers Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Scenic View Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
River Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Keewaydin State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Gananoque Station - 32 min drive
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Bonnie Castle Resort & Marina - 5 min walk
Thousand Islands Winery - 9 min drive
Jreck Subs - 6 min walk
Dark Island Spirits - Distillery & Lounge - 5 min walk
Old Homestead - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water, pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water,?
As of 1 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water, on 26 May 2026 start from NZ$1,067, 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 Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water,?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water,?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water,?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Alexandria Bay, 1000 Islands Waterfront Cottage For Rent directly on the water, located?
This family-friendly Alexandria Bay cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Saint Lawrence River and Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store. Scenic View Park and Cornwall Brothers Museum are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great place in the heart of Alexandria Bay. Walking distance to all restaurants and shops. Hosts were very accommodating. Definitely recommend staying here.
We will definitely be returning to paddles on the porch. The location is excellent and the house itself was perfect for our group. Looking forward to rebooking for Summer of ‘26!
This was the ideal spot for our family. Our 7 year old could fish right off the dock! There was plenty of space both inside and out. There was a great patio and outdoor fire pit! This home was walking distance from to the restaurants and shops! Best get away ever!
Great hosts and location make this place. Excellent communication and easy check in from the start made us feel welcome. The house was built in 1863 but has been updated for all the modern amenities. Very clean and comfortable. The outdoor deck and fire pit area offer a great view of the bay and Boldt castle. Docks are well kept and protected from wind and traffic, easy in and out.
Stayed with group of friends and house was great in great location able to walk to town and view and outside fire pit was thoroughly enjoyed! Had everything you need and very clean. Would definitely go back and Louise was very nice and helpful.
We had a great time the house was a bit larger than I expected and it has a great boat dock we put to use. We will definitely be checking in again if we head up your way.
The River is our favorite place! Our stay was perfect at Paddles on the Porch! The home and yard are spacious for family and friends to gather, we especially enjoyed the firepit and deck. Any amenities you would ever want or need are supplied. The owners are lovely people, easy to communicate with, and immediately responsive to any concerns or requests. A 5 star review for sure! We are hoping to return!
Ted L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Love to have them back, perfect guest
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angela H.
25 June 2018
Amazing experience!
We had an amazing time. The house was absolutely perfect and in the heart of Alexandria Bay. Court was the best host!
Angela H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
I enjoyed hosting Angela and her husband along with their friends at out cottage. Would love bed to have them back anytime and would highly recommend them for any person whom rents out their home.
Overall this is a great property! We were able to tie up our boat for the weekend and walk right up to the house. Everything was clean and well updated, views from the property were second to none and it's an easy walk to downtown. Highly recommend!
If you are searching for a cozy, spacious, all around comfortable home to vacation at, look no further! Paddles on the Porch offers a deck with spectacular views, enclosed porch w/ fun bar and plenty of seating, close walks to golf course, church, mini mart, bars, lots of restaurants, tour boats, public beach, parking. So much fun!!
Thus is our 6th time at Court and Louise place and as always it was perfect! Looking out to see sunset over Boldt castle is awesome. Kitchen is well stocked for family dinners!! Beds are super comfy!! Love this place!!
Joan
Joan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David B.
8 August 2018
Great place for vacation week!
My family and I had a great week at Paddles on the Porch, the Rutherford's had everything set for our arrival. The cottage was clean, updated and had all of the latest amenities. We enjoyed having everything in A-Bay just a short walk away and seeing an illuminated Boldt Castle from the deck at night. Court even had firewood and the gas grill was huge, thank you to the Rutherford's, it's nice to get what was advertised!
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Paddles on the Porch. It is a great location with close proximity to the town life. Court and Louise were very helpful and friendly. The house was fully stocked with all of your needs, including bathroom toiletries. We couldn't have asked for a better time at Alex Bay. Thank You!!
Location, location, location… you know what they say!!! In addition to beauty and convenience, don’t miss out on this property to satisfy your River experience! ⚓️
This was our first time to the area and we were so happy to be staying in the heart of it. Paddles on the Porch is a perfect location to walk to town, but also have direct access to the water. We brought our boat and loved having the ability to dock it right just a few steps away. The house was great - Great kitchen, comfy beds, and awesome deck to hang out on. We enjoyed the fire pit in the yard and there is a tiki bar only a few steps away that we enjoyed afternoon cocktails everyday. I can't say enough about how wonderful the location is and how well the hosts run the process.
The property is perfectly placed to have a great Alexandria Bay experience.
You can walk to town; the Tiki Bar is steps away and access to boat tours is steps away.
Going to Canada is a snap.
The owners take great pride in their property. The kitchen is stocked with anything you can imagine you would need to make cooking like home. They supply shampoo, body wash, bug spray and suntan lotion! I have never been to a place that provides bug spray and suntan lotion!
The yard is right on the St. Lawerence River. A huge fire pit/sitting area. A peaceful place to start or end your day. I would highly recommend this property.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
Hosted by Court Rutherford
Court & Louise love the 1000 islands
Why they chose this property
Location, Location, Location. Walk to everything
What makes this property unique
Walking distance to everything, leave the cars in the driveway
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests