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LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean

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Exterior
Living area
Exterior
Peaceful kayaking! Four kayaks available to use or just a good swim !!
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Hamilton, NY
  • Place, Colgate University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Dana Arts Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Reid Athletic Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rome, NY (RME-Griffiss Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs full bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean

WHITE HERON COTTAGE ! SUPER CLEAN ! SLEEPS 4! First floor primary bedroom with full bath. An addition, added bedroom side and another full bath upstairs. A large vaulted ceiling livingroom. AC cooled. Square footage is now 1,434 !

NO PETS allowed please.

Stay the weekend or enjoy 7 + days for a 10% discount off the daily rate!!!

Enjoy the swimming,fishing,kayaking or just plain relaxing!

Peaceful and private 50 feet of picturesque waterfront on Leland Pond yet close to Colgate University, shops, movie theater, restaurants, antiques and only 4 miles to Hamilton ! Only a 5 minute drive to tons of antique shops in Bouckville ny.
Cool off with a swim to our private floating dock or try your luck fishing! Small row boat available. Kayaks available too!
White Heron Cottage has been totally renovated with air conditioning, hardwood floors, freshly painted , new furnishings, and NEW sliding door from living room to deck! Gorgeous high vaulted ceiling in living room.

Relax on the deck overlooking serene Leland Pond and fire up the available grill.
First floor primary bedroom with queen bed and private bathroom.
Second bedroom is upstairs with a queen bed.
All linens provided. Two full baths.

Fully functional kitchen: 5 burner gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee pot, toaster, cookware, dishes, some spices, grill, floating swim raft, dock, deck, parking for 3 cars. Internet and t v also available!!

Great kayaks and paddle boards and tubes to float around this wonderfully calm, scenic surrounded by nature pond. It is a glacial kettle pond which is 50 feet deep in center and a very popular fishing destination.

Just ideal for a quiet getaway.

Unwind for a long weekend or stay for a week!

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All children 16 years and under must be supervised by an adult by water Life jackets provided must be used by all who use the row boat and kayaks

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7662598
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

Bouckville

Located in Bouckville, this cottage is on the waterfront. Oneida Community Mansion House and Lorenzo State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Airborne Adventures Ballooning and New Hartford Recreation Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Utica Rome Speedway, or consider a night out at The Nelson Odeon. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Hamilton, NY

What's nearby

  • Colgate University - 6 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Dana Arts Center - 7 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Reid Athletic Center - 7 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Airborne Adventures Ballooning - 11 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Oneida Community Mansion House - 19 min drive - 27.0 km

Getting around

  • Rome, NY (RME-Griffiss Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ray Brothers BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lower Lake Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fort - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean?

As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$642, 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 LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT Cottage swimming fishing close to Colgate sleeps 4 SUPER Clean located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Colgate University, Community Memorial Hospital and Airborne Adventures Ballooning. Earlville Opera House and The Nelson Odeon are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always very clean and comfortable. Location is perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 November 2025
Thank you for your good review! You and your family are always a pleasure to host. You are always welcome back ! Vera
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve been renting this cottage for the last 4 years and just love it! It’s such a beautiful cottage with everything you could need and such a great location. You can’t go wrong in renting this little gem!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you ! You guys are the best ! Can’t wait for your return! The large deck is getting double in size as we text!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent cottage and location

We stayed at this cottage while my daughter was on a visit to Colgate. Beautiful property and lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
I am so happy you and your family enjoyed the cottage and you caught a large bass ! I hope you return !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

My husband, mother and myself traveled there for a wedding. Cottage was perfect. Great location, clean and easy. Will stay again next time we are in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thanks for your wonderful review! I hope you do stay with us again! Next spring we hope to have our addition done too ! We are adding two bedrooms a full bath and enlarging the living room. Enjoy your day. Vera
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jessica j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakehouse paradise

Great place and close to Colgate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your great review! We hope you will return soon. We now have a half bath upstairs and soon the tub and shower will be hooked up !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erika e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant Stay

My kids really enjoyed fishing and kayaking on the pond.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thanks! You are welcomed back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect setting, perfect house!

I've never stayed anywhere that had everything you could possibly need ready and waiting for you, it made vacation that much more relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you ! We would love to see you again! You were excellent travelers and left the cottage in super shape!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect College Weekend Cottage

Stayed 3 nights for parents weekend , Clean and bright - close to campus, pretty setting on the pond
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your nice review. You are welcomed back anytime !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location!

Vera was very accommodating and the property was beautiful and very clean! It was exactly what we wanted for a weekend getaway. Our family is extremely excited to return next year :)!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review and we are happy you relaxed and enjoyed the cottage. You are welcome back anytime !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake house retreat

We had a wonderful stay at the house. Vera is super responsive and the house is so well equipment. We had a n amazing time and can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thanks ! I would love to welcome you back !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage on a beautiful lake, very close to Colgate Univ.

We have stayed in this cottage 4 times now and each visit gets better as the hosts are always finding ways to make things nicer for their guests. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2024
You and your family are the best ! We love our cottage and love to always improve it. Please visit us again!!’
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our fifth year staying at this fabulous cottage. Every year something new is done to make our stay more pleasurable. The cottage is immaculately kept, amazing location and absolutely everything you need for some rest and relaxation. The host are always so accommodating and incredibly efficient. We love it so much here that we already booked next year's stay before leaving. Thank you, Vera and Walt for another amazing visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect and cozy

Perfect place to stay while visiting our daughter at Colgate. Clean, well appointed. Will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
It was a pleasure having you as our guests. I am happy you enjoyed the cottage. It is so very peaceful. I look forward to your return! I will add to my Welcome guide instructions on how to adjust the heat thanks to your inquiry. Thank you for your kind words.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Waterfront Spot

Perfect for a waterfront getaway. Great view and access to water activities. Hosts were available for questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2024
Thank you for your nice review. I am glad your family enjoyed their stay. Vera
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage at beautiful location

This is a cute little cottage nestled in central New York on a beautiful pond. Great for anglers. Enjoyed the kayaks and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for the great review. I hope you achieved your relaxing get away! Check us next year after our big renovation of the living area and more bedrooms and bathroom !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Eaton Madison Bouckville Junkin’

Second year visiting family & shopping MB antique week. The cottage is perfect for my 90 year old mother. The weather was perfect & we enjoyed 4 evenings looking at the sun setting on Leland Pond. We plan to be back. The cottage is well outfitted, clean, & comfortable. Just lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. There was certainly lots to do in the area along with the swimming fishing kayaking and just plain relaxing. I do hope you return Vera
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and clean cottage ❣️

Beautiful place ! Will return ..
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you and hope you return !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lakefront

We had a lovely time in this spic and span home. Thank you again Vera
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2024
Thank you! You are welcome back anytime! The flowers are in bloom and ready for another visit !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend on the lake.

Vers is an excellent host and the house is lovely. Love having access to kayaks and paddle boards. Great decks to enjoy the outside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2024
Beth and husband and friends were exc
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Retreat

We spent 4 days visiting family in the area. The house was spacious and spotlessly clean with a beautiful view of Leland Pond. We enjoyed the quiet woodland setting. Communicating with Vera and checking in were super easy. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your great review! We try hard to keep it clean like I would want it for myself ! You are more than welcome to return! Vera
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TERRY R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. It was close to everything for our needs. Outside was beautiful with all the blooming plants & flowers. Inside was very comfortable & appointed well. The back deck was amazing and the pond & trees were beautiful this time of year; we enjoyed drinking our coffee on the deck. Between the acorns and chipmunks, we stayed entertained. Vera's responses were very quick. We look forward to staying again. Thanks so much! Terry R
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2025
Thank you ! You were wonderful guests !!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape to the Lake

Peaceful, clean, modern and comfortable: perfect for our college reunion. Mattresses and pillows were very comfortable. Location is convenient to surrounding areas. Kitchen was well equipped with modern range, fridge, microwave and coffee station. Lovely nautical decor. There was sleeping for six people. Stunning sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! I am glad that your stay met you needs and more! We love our cottage and are always improving something. We hope that you will return soon. Vera
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

We rented this cottage for Colgate commencement weekend and it could not have been more perfect. Close to town on a lovely lake. Cottage was well appointed with everything we needed. We even had a break between commencement events to enjoy kayaking. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you for your kind review. We love our property and do our best. You are always welcome to return and please pass our rental on to your friends.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

koreen f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this Lake Cottage

This place is perfect. We have stayed a couple times while visiting our Colgate student. I only regret that it was already booked for many of our visits. It is right on Leland Pond and has everything you could possibly need- including Kayaks and SUPS and the little lake is so pretty. Waking up to the water views are magical. The place is pristine and the Host is incredibly responsive and so kind and helpful. You will not regret staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
Thank you for your beautiful review! We work very hard to keep the cottage pristine, clean, and freshly up to date. You are always welcome back ! Vera
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viv W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Colgate graduation

Super property. Extremely convenient for Colgate.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Thank you ! Glad you enjoyed the cottage.

About the host

Hosted by Vera Kuss

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I have lived in this area my entire life and love the many lakes and rolling hills. I finally realized one of my dreams of owning a cottage on a lake! I couldn't have found a more perfect fit at Leland Pond. I have three daughters and one granddaughter who will be enjoying the cottage occasionally. Travelers needing a quiet, clean home away from home can rent for 2 days or a week!

Why they chose this property

Super convenient and easy to service and maintain!

What makes this property unique

Close to Colgate University, Hamilton College and Morrisville College ! Close to great mall in Utica or Syracuse ! Close to awesome waterpark in Old Forge, NY !
Leland Pond is quiet and clean yet close to many amenities!

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