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St Lawrence River Cottage w/ Panoramic Views!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Dining
Terrace/patio
TV
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroom102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Clayton, New York
  • Antique Boat Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Thousand Islands Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Alexandria Bay, NY (AXB-Maxson Airfield)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the area

Clayton

With a stay at this apartment in Clayton, you'll be steps from Lake Ontario and a 4-minute drive from Antique Boat Museum. .This apartment is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Thousand Islands Museum and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese.
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What's nearby

  • Antique Boat Museum - 4 min drive
  • Clayton Marina - 5 min drive
  • 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese - 5 min drive
  • The Clayton Opera House - 6 min drive
  • Gananoque Boat Line - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 39 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koffee Kove Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Gal's Place - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Island Bay Pier House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bella's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪O'Briens Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

St Lawrence River Cottage w/ Panoramic Views!

Sunset Views | Nearby Walking Paths | Furnished Deck

Let spectacular views of the St. Lawrence River serve as the backdrop to your next fun-filled getaway when you stay at this Clayton vacation rental! This 1-bath studio cottage offers 200 feet of shoreline and a great location just minutes from downtown dining options. Tour the Antique Boat Museum or visit the Clayton Opera House before heading back to watch the freighters pass by or enjoy a sunset dinner from the furnished deck.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Studio: 1 queen bed, 1 queen sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TV w/ cable
- Dining table

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck
- Outdoor seating
- River views
- Gas grill
- Nearby walking paths

KITCHEN 
- Spacious layout, stove/oven, refrigerator
- Dishware/flatware, cooking basics
- Drip coffee maker (coffee not provided)
- Microwave, toaster

GENERAL 
- Free WiFi
- Electric baseboard heating, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer
- Linens/towels

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- No A/C
- Other rental on-site
- Not childproofed
- Rocky shoreline may not be walkable

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, steps to access

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Free street parking
- Trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

- Secluded property w/ St. Lawrence River on-site near Clayton's central area
- 2 miles to marina & boat launch
- 2 miles to Clayton Marina, the Antique Boat Museum, Thousand Islands Museum, 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese & The Clayton Opera House
- Close to the Canadian border
- 22 miles to Watertown Int'l Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 21 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires steep steps to access
- The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning. Please note that, typically, air conditioning is not needed due to the prevailing river breeze
- There is another bookable vacation rental in the adjacent lot with a shared driveway and steps to access the shoreline; other travelers may be present during your stay
- The property is not childproofed and features steep steps and water access, which may not be suitable for young children
- The shoreline is rocky and may not be walkable
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Decking or patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1098 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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St Lawrence River Cottage w/ Panoramic Views! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sunsets
Amazing! The area is great to explore but it was nice to come back to the cottage and just relax in peace and quiet. It had everything we needed. The view was wonderful, even when it was raining. Clean and cozy. The owner was always in touch and helpful. Looking to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing a week
We wanted a place to relax for a week and this place was prefect. We sat. on the deck pretty much all day. For the week. the weather as great Mary was so helpful. She greeted us when we arrived. and when we seen her, she smiled and waved. We would defiantly return to this place hopefully again Many thanks to Mary & Rick THANK YOU - Bruce & Kathy & Starburst
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and Quiet
If you are looking for a peaceful place for two people this is the place to be. T he view of the freighters going by is one of the best you will get !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dena R., Barneveld NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely week
We totally enjoyed our stay. Perfect weather, amazing views, clean cottage all added up to just what we wanted. Proximity to Village of Clayton was a real plus. Cottage was well supplied, cosy and private. We are hoping to go back in the Fall.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cottage on the River
We had a wonderful time while staying at this cottage on the River. Fantastic views and gorgeous sunsets! The owner, Mary, was great to work with. Hope to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best view on the St Lawrence
This cottage is meant for 2 people only. Very roomy inside, could have squeezed in another bedroom but instead it is a one bedroom. Bedroom is directly off the kitchen. Very simple furnishings. The owner is builder a cottage next door, so next year things may be very different. But the view is amazing,and the ships pass by very close. Huge deck. Right now there is no safe direct access to the water. But if you like to sit and watch the water with your honey this is the spot for you. Owner is great, local, and helpful. I hope in the future the furnishings would be updated. We would go back. Clayton is a very convenient point to work out of. We spent mose of our days kayaking in local lakes
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic view of River
Private location, well separated from neighbors. Very large wrap around deck that is great for all-day ship watching. Large oak trees provide deck shade at just the right times. Close to all Clayton amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Before we arrived at the cottage, the first owner’s, grandchildren stopped and left a note. They describe how much their family loved the property. Their grandparents initials are craved in the sidewalk. It is a lovely place to make wonderful memories. I would definitely would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Aiken, South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best AND Pet Friendly
Right on the river, close to downtown Clayton. Well stocked with cooking needs. Peaceful and quiet. Wi-Fi with great TV Access. Views of sunset and ships passing spectacular!! Downside is no water access but we had friends in Alex Bay with a boat and dock so really did not affect us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M., Selkirk NY 12158

Liked: Cleanliness
St Lawrence Seaway
Great view from property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and right on the River
What a great cottage and right on the river! Very private setting with everything that you need for a great vacation. A large deck to sit and relax and watch the lake frieghters pass by. Only a few minutes to town and local tours. The owner, Mary, was quick to respond and address any questions/concerns. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best river view in Clayton
Get ready to relax and watch the ships go by. Large one bedroom cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally N., Geneseo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views
We had a great time at this cottage. The River views were amazing we spent a lot of time enjoying the passing ships. The cottage is cute and comfortable the kitchen was fully equipped. The yard is very large and the location is very quite and relaxing. It is a very short 5 minute drive to downtown Clayton. We look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen h.

Liked: Cleanliness
River view
Perfect get away and private. Large wrap around porch with the best view of the river. Close to shopping and activities. Cottage had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view!
Cozy and comfortable cottage with fabulous view of St Lawrence River. We were very lucky to have nice weather & spent most of our time on the deck. Definite plus to bring binoculars for closer viewing of ships. Kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. Really appreciate the Revere Ware and Pyrex bowls & casserole dishes. Owners nice to work with. Plan to stay again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We enjoyed our stay and the beautiful view from the front porch.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Mary C., Branchville, NJ

On the River
Beautiful views from the back deck. Owners very nice and easy to deal with. New stairs down to the river are very nice. Thanks Mary!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this cottage. The cottage was updated and very, very clean. We lived on the wrap around porch and waited for the ships that passed right by.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Darla J.

Was not happy with this place
If you rent this place, keep in mind you're paying for the location, which is very nice. However, the cottage is in desperate need of attention. I don't believe it has had a good thorough cleaning in years according to all the cobwebs and spiders and their nests hanging from the ceilings. There is dirt and dust all along the edges of the rooms and on all the blinds and windows. There is dust accumulated and hanging from the ceiling fans. When we first arrived, I saw the deck hadn't been swept in months and there was no broom for me to sweep it and clean the spider webs off the porch furniture. There was a full can of stinky garbage left in the cabinet from previous renters. We had a couple nice days that we could sit on the deck, however, when it started raining, I would have stayed inside and read if there would have been comfortable seating in the living room. We ended our stay two days early because we were so uncomfortable here. As far as the beach and the steps getting down there, be careful! The steps are so old and sunken into the bank that they are an accident waiting to happen. The dock is also in need of repair. This really could be a cute place if the owners would put some effort and money into the maintenance and care. I think they are depending on the renters to do the cleaning which is only fair to clean up after yourself, however, they need to hire a cleaning service to come in at least twice a month to do a good housecleaning. Also, spend some money and get some comfortable chairs in the living room! The kitchen is also in need of some equipment. I wanted to make a pot of soup and all that was available was a three quart pot. I have rented several times from VRBO and I can't say I've always been completely happy with my stays, but this is one that really did not live up to the description. This will be the last time I rent from VRBO because I no longer trust the descriptions or the reviews.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel and Judy Ohara

Great location
Great location, Close to town yet quiet and remote Close to Zenda Farm Preserve. Great Cycling on the back country roads. My wife enjoyed the tennis with some women that our landlady introduced her to.
Stayed 49 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Derek and jan R.

Needs some updating but it is a beautiful location
The boat dock is broken and in need of major repair. Steps down to shingle and rock beach needs some maintenance and is extremely steep. A handrail on the right hand side would be advisable. We did enjoy our stay though and caught a number of carp. Biggest catch was 22lb 4oz. It was during a heatwave in the 90s while we were there and relied on the ceiling fans as there is no air-con.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

Third stay
This was our third stay at the River Cottage - just like returning home. Views spectacular, great weather, clean, comfortable accommodations. Pet friendly. Looking forward to returning in 2019.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Secluded spot with beautiful views
We stayed at this property for our 10th wedding anniversary. It was a perfect spot for two people looking for a quiet long weekend. Beautiful views of the river but still in a private cove. Only a few minutes drive to the Village of Clayton. The owner was very nice to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

Awesome waterfront property, view and setting.
What a wonderful, spacious, peaceful and private waterfront setting. Lots of dining and activity choices in nearby Clayton and Alexandria Bay. Has a very nice neighborhood ambiance and the nearby Zenda Farm Preserve was great for our pet walks and exercise.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

A gem! Quiet & perfect.
The photos online did not do it justice. Cottage is Beautiful, cozy, updated, & immaculate. Plenty of outside seating and the best views. All you need is a toothbrush. We look forward to going back again next year, thanks Mary !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017