Cabin was very clean and homey. It was a bit cold with just the space heater in living room. We enjoyed the view so much! Especially the sunrise! It was secluded, lots of privacy. And we loved seeing the deer in the yard in the evenings.
We enjoyed our long weekend at the camp. Sadly it was late summer and the water level was very low. The private beach was a mud pit. We were about to use the kayaks, but had to drag them a great distance to launch due to the mud The dogs very much enjoyed running around the big yard, and it was a good spot for stargazing. The nights were cool and the large fire pit was delightful. We brought quite a lot of kitchen items but we were a bit disappointed with the kitchen supplies.
We had a very enjoyable family vacation. Steve was a very informative and receptive host. Both of my kids had a great time on the beach, fishing, and using the theater space in the garage. The yard was clean and open. Perfect for throwing a frisbie around and a water gun fight. Highly recommend visiting the red door.
We had a fantastic stay! Our kids loved swimming and kayaking. The beach was a 2 minute walk from the cabin, private and spacious. The cabin was impeccable but still rustic enough to share with our kids and dog. Steve was an amazing host, and the location was very convenient. We'll be staying again!
Check in was easy, the owner Steve was responsive. Camp has lots of amenities, and the wifi works great. Perfect spot for a couple or small family to spend a few quiet days. Lake level was low but we were still able to get out to kayak, swim and fish.
It was the perfect spot for us. Close to the Lake, good fishing, beautiful views. The owners were very helpful whenever we had questions. Perfect place for us. Hope we can get back soon.
The location was a perfect getaway as it was a peaceful setting next to the lake with easy access to state lands with nearby walking trails. The communication from the owner was excellent from my initial inquiry until the time we left the property. We were extremely thankful for the courtesy shown us by the owners and will certainly return to the property again the next time we visit the area. It was a great experience.
This was our 2nd time staying here and we absolutely love the place. We caught 6 different species of fish, got some wonderful bird photos. We took our boat and had a great time exploring around. We fished after dark with a campfire and there was a live band next door, (not sure what event was going on?) it was AWESOME! We met some local people in our adventures, and they were so kind. We plan on going back next year.
This was the perfect spot to hideaway quite cozy !! Lost power d/t storm manager checked on us brought more lanterns! Games played by candle lantern lights just perfect birthday weekend! Thank you!
This property was located right by the camp I was volunteering at. I needed a 4 night booking. The online pictures looked good. I appreciated the linens and towels, not everyone does that. One really big issue was that it seemed like everything was sprayed w fabric refresher. . Not what I expected at all. Additionally, the laundry was washed in extremely strong smelling laundry detergent. I ended up taking my linens and towels to the laundromat because of the overwhelming chemicals and scents. A more sensitive skin type detergent would be a smart choice. I kept the windows open and the fans on to dissipate the fabric refresher saturation. The interior could use a more thorough vacuuming all throughout. My phone fell into the couch cushions and the crumbs and the amount of debris was surprising. I was disappointed the couch was advertised as a âpull outâ but in truth was not. Extra blankets would have been a great addition as it was chilly overnight and I wasnât comfortable running the electric heater unattended. The lake access was great. We swam w friends a couple of times.
All in all the proximity to my camp made the price worth it
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Awesome location, very secluded & loved the lake access, perfect for our kayaks & so easy to get to! We loved this place & will be returning soon!! Thank you Steve for sharing your home with us and allowing for a relaxing vacation!!
Had an amazing time! The property is private and plenty of room for your dog to roam. Yet the owner is right next door in case you need them or have any questions. The kids (age 17) were able to pitch a tent on the sand by the water and sleep down there for a night. Thank you for an amazing couple nights. We will be coming back.
Great little camp house with a path to the lake. Super clean, well stocked. Two fire pits (one by the house, one by the water) Perfect for two or 3 people. They even had a garage to hang out in, in case of rain. Loved my stay & the owner is super nice & responsive.
Good points:
1. The cabin is clean.
2. Sharon, the property manager, was excellent. She was informative when we arrived, but didnât bother us all week.
3. Itâs a pretty quiet location.
4. Fire pits are well built and camp wood is available.
5. Very nice gas grill! Charcoal grill also available.
6. The garage is nice for storing bikes and stuff you donât want to drag around.
7. Towels, linens, basic kitchen supplies were plentiful and of good quality.
8. Beds and furniture were comfortable.
On the downside:
1. The cabin is technically lake front, and you can see the reservoir through the trees from the cabin, but this is not a cabin on a lake. If you have trouble walking and you donât have a vehicle that can tolerate a little off road driving, you may want to re-consider.
2. There is nothing going on within 20 minutes drive of the cabin. No restaurants, no bike paths, no great fishing, no organized entertainment.
3. Do not mistake this for a fishing cabin just because itâs on a reservoir. We couldnât attract a single nibble from shore or from the canoe. We tried all of our lures and live bait and nothing. We decided to drive 1:45 hours to Oswego and we caught our limit of Salmon in a few hours.
4. Besides the canoe, there are no boats available for rent on the reservoir. Bring your own or be happy with the canoe for $20 a day.
5. Something lives in the ceiling over the back porch. It is especially noisy at night.
6. Neighbors like fireworks.
This property is 5.2 acres on beautiful Hinckley Lake located on the Southern part of the Adirrondacks. 20 minutes from Utica, NY exit 31 on the NYS Thruway.
private beach. Private setting. Adirondack camp that sleeps 4- 5 people. Large property with cute little camp. Outdoor fireplace. Picnic table located right near the water.