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Dream along the St. LAWRENCE

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Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books, video library, stereo

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Dream along the St. LAWRENCE

Charming, rustic cottage that sits in a very calm, protected bay with a view of the channel and the ships passing as they slowly go up and down the St. Lawrence River.

There are 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a living room, and sunroom and kitchen.
Two of the bedrooms have full/double size beds with TVs in each. The third bedroom has twin beds in it. Each bedroom has air-conditioning for the extremely hot, humid, nights.

And there are ceiling fans through out the cottage. (Please note: the ceilings are low in the cottage)

The kitchen was redone in the Spring of 2018, with new cabinets, full propane stove, microwave, dishwasher and countertops. The new kitchen allows the chef to prepare and/or clean up, while talking to their quests as they sit in either the living room and/or the sunroom. Never missing out on a conversation.
Don't feel like cooking inside....There is a gas grill with a side burner for all your barbecuing needs, with necessary cooking utensils.

There is also a nice fire pit for late night fires, ghost stores and s'mores.

There is a private floating dock and a large deck to sit and enjoy the view, while you get lost in your dreams.

Internet TV is available with guest options. There is a 50" inch TV in the living room and TV in 2 of the bedrooms,

There is also WiFi for those who need to stay connected or may need to get some work done while away. Password is provided upon arrival. Cellular service is generally very good. Owners have Verizon service and have never had a problem.

Children and pets are welcome, but please contact the owner directly, in regards to the pets. There is a pet fee of $150 per pet

The St. Lawrence River offers some of the best fishing in NY State. However, if fishing is not your thing, there are many local shops, wineries, play grounds and Clayton Boat Tours actually runs right out of the same bay. So much to do you will run out of time.

Then again, you may just be happy sitting, reading a book and looking at all of the beauty!!

Please note: There is a cleaning fee of $250, of which $50 is refundable if the cottage is left in good condition.

(Due to COVID 19; the cleaning service requires at least 4 hours to properly clean the cottage and provide the cleanest environment possible. Should you have any questions/concerns, please inquire.)

Thank you.

Property manager

Darla Chase

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 4 stairs to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed in the home

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 795 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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: Please speak with owner prior to booking

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Dream Along The St Lawrence
Dream Along the St. Lawrence Cottage
Dream Along the St. Lawrence Clayton
Dream Along the St. Lawrence Cottage Clayton

About the neighborhood

Map
Clayton, NY

What's nearby

  • Clayton Marina - 6 min walk
  • Antique Boat Museum - 3 min drive
  • 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese - 3 min drive
  • The Clayton Opera House - 3 min drive
  • Coyote Moon Vineyards - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 36 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thousand Islands Winery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Koffee Kove Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Island Bay Pier House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Gal's Place - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Wood Boat Brewery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dream along the St. LAWRENCE pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dream along the St. LAWRENCE?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dream along the St. LAWRENCE?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dream along the St. LAWRENCE located?

This family-friendly Clayton cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Clayton Marina and Lake Ontario. 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese and The Clayton Opera House are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Dream along the St. LAWRENCE Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 33 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place
Splendid vacation
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Penny V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bad Choice
The whole house was filthy! Dog hair on everything. Refridgerator needed cleaning. Hot water broke. Toilet wouldnt flush, fixed the next day. Poop all over lawn.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

brenda k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Right on the water with your own dock. Yard is fenced for your pet. Good deck. Plenty of room. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Paula R., Sherburne, NY

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not very clean
When arrived the pictures look nothing like the ones she has listed ...the GPS took us there but, no road name not outlined at all once arrived, cob webs all over the porch and inside, the shower curtain was really dirty and floors had not been vacuum at all..placemats were filthy and air conditioning in the bedroom with the twin beds didn't work....the wifi didn't work asked owner she didn't know the name of the wifi answered back and still was not sure dishwasher didn't work asked her how to figure that out still didn't answer back..so we checked out left her a list of stuff that the maid was not doing and totally ignored my request...the only thing that was great was the deck and the beautiful view. Otherwise I wouldn't recommend this property to rent unless she gets a different maid service...and stuff fixed..for the amount of money they are asking I would look elsewhere...not happy with this rental at all....
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quaint cottage
This cottage was absolutely perfect! Darla has everything you could need. The deck and dock space were both amazing and the views just breath taking. The only downside was upon arrival, there were quite a number of spiders both inside and out. Totally understandable given the location on the River. We were able to get rid of the ones inside and had no more issues with them for the remainder of our stay. The cottage may not have had anyone staying in awhile. Still the cottage was beyond what we could have asked for. Darla was very communicative and helpful for where to dock and park our boat and trailer as well. It was a great long weekend and we’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia D.

Excellent location
Beautiful deck overlooking the river. Watched many huge ships
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Chuck R.

Great spot and view, dated cottage needing some improvements.
Cute cottage at a great spot, perfect views and nice deck! Nice kitchen and cozy living room with a nice tv. On the down side the water system is served by a well. The sinks had low pressure, you cannot drink the tap water, the water had a sulfur smell, and the shower had extremely low pressure, nearly unusable. There is a water cooler provided for drinking (hot and cold). Ceilings and fans are very low, your head will bump the fans if you 5’11” or taller. Lots of spiders inside and out. The washer was out of order when we were there. A sheet with check-out instructions would be helpful to prevent misunderstandings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
1000 Island retreat
We had a lovely time. The outdoor space is amazing. There was plenty of room for my whole family. Darla was very kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan S., Lewisville, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem Along the St. Lawrence
Great property along the St. Lawrence! Home adjoins a marina where you can literally walk over for local river tours. Spacious deck looks out over the river with a fire pit below next to an available dock. If you'd ever told me what I would enjoy most on a vacation was sitting in the evenings looking out at the water I would not have believed you. I was wrong. Would definitely go back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax on the River!
Can’t beat the location right on the river.. large deck is perfect for outdoor enjoyment. Having a dock available made for easy fishing. Charming cottage on the St. Lawrence River!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Last minute booking made easy. Fishing trip with my dad. Perfect location to get out and get on your fishing spots. Definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Fishing Weekend Get Together
Great to walk out back door onto dock & boat for fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t beat the location
Guys fishing trip. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonya R., N Syracuse

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This property could not be located in any better! Between Alex Bay and Clayton and right next to Clayton boat rides. Very spacious home. We spent most of our time on the new back deck or by the fire pit. Nice long dock to fish off of as well. We enjoyed preparing our meals while staying there for 10 days. Everything you needed was there for you to use. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Spent summers on the St. Lawrence and it was the perfect location to enjoy all the area has to offer and to see the area after 36 years of being away. Darla was great and responds quickly. Everything we needed and more was available in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Danielle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage stay at 1000 Islands
Wonderful location!!! Close to everything and the view is breathtaking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Uneven floors are tricky after boating all day. Low ceiling fans. Hit my hands couple times. Not good if you’re over 6’. Air conditioners only in bedrooms. Deck, dock and location can’t be better. Ramp and trailer storage walking distance. Only 100’ away. Very convenient. Perfect location, location and views. Oh yea, washer didn’t work. Overall liked the cottage and totally enjoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Marilyn B., Rochester, NY

Enjoyed the deck and view. Cottage ok
Kitchen updated and nice. Bedroom with twin beds needs electrical fixed- unsafe- when light or air on for 10 minutes, wall socket became hot. We let the owner know. Cottage needs updating, sounds like they are working on that. The deck is great and there is a beautiful view! Owner very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back to the River
I have been going to the river for years and recently into Canada for early fishing trips. This year due to no access to Canada went back to the river. This cottage was super convenient, close to a marina and boat launch where we could store our trailers. On the water with a nice view, close to Clayton where you can boat and tie up to public docs for a visit, lunch, etc. Nice new deck with lots of space and table for six. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing on the St Lawrence
Couldn’t get into Canada this year, so we tried the St Lawrence near where we cross the border. The rental is in a great location for easy river access with a good dock and boat launch next door. Cottage had everything we needed to chow down between fishing sessions and had comfortable sleeping arrangements. We had a fun week even though we had trouble zeroing in on the smallmouth.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan L., Bethany, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay and the location is great especially if you have a boat.
Great place on the water. Excellent location and dock.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keirstin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We had an amazing stay. The cabin was beautiful, it could use some updating but it sounds like they are going to start doing more work to it. There was plenty of room for the 4 of us and our golden retriever. The Sunsets were breathtaking and I enjoyed going out on the its kayak to watch them. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Karyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
The property manager was very responsive and met us no problem. The house was a cozy rustic place overlooking the river. The sunroom and deck were lovely. We had a fire in the chiminea the first night and were very happy with the setting on the water. We kayaked and took our canoe out onto the river and fished. Even caught a large mouth bass right near the dock. We had comfortable beds and the air conditioners were a plus in the heat. We had some taller young boys and adults and they had to be careful to not hit heads on the ceiling fans. Otherwise we were happy with the rental.

8/10 Good

Laurene R.

Rustic cottage with great views
We enjoyed our stay at this place in Clayton. The location was great- central to everything. And the views from the back were gorgeous! The cabin was quaint and clean. The back deck was situated perfectly to catch the last rays of sunlight. The owner was very nice and responsive. Being “pet friendly” was a big bonus for us as well. Overall it was a good experience and I would recommend staying there.