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Tranquil Upstate NY Lake House

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Exterior
Lake
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gouveneur, NY
  • Place, Oswegatchie River
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Lawrence University
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Drum
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil Upstate NY Lake House

Nestled between the Adirondacks and Thousand Islands, this spacious Lakefront Cabin on Sylvia Lake is perfect for a relaxing vacation! Discover a seamless blend of modern comforts and natural beauty in this unparalleled retreat. Relax with the whole family. Everything you need on site including kayaks and a grill. Or take a drive to to Alexandria Bay where you can visit many historic sites, shop the boutiques or stop in to a world class winery.

We do have a strict NO pet policy.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2071582vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gouverneur

Located in Gouverneur, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Otter Creek WInery and Bella-Brooke Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wolf Lake State Forest and Trout Lake State Forest.
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Gouveneur, NY

What's nearby

  • Oswegatchie River - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Black Lake - 21 min drive - 27.1 km
  • State University of New York Canton - 44 min drive - 48.1 km
  • St. Lawrence University - 45 min drive - 48.8 km
  • Fort Drum - 53 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪VFW Post 6338 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Casablanca Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Upstate NY Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tranquil Upstate NY Lake House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Upstate NY Lake House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Upstate NY Lake House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Upstate NY Lake House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Oswegatchie River and Gouverneur Hospital. Wolf Lake State Forest is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home was easy to find and the view was so beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Peaceful weekend at the lake

We very much enjoyed our stay and the amenities of the lake house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

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

Coffee with a view

Stayed 15 days and had an amazing time, amazing view and everything you can basically ask for a lake house. Water was amazing and located to all the places we wanted to travel during our stay. Alan answered every question we had and was quick to respond. Look forward to doing it again.
Coffee view
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great location with lake views!

Nice house with separate bathrooms with each bedroom. The views from the decks (3!) are amazing. Quiet. I would book this location again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maple G.

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

Beautiful

Just as described! Loved the waterfront view!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Sylvia Lake

This was a great property. The stairs to the water were something unexpected, quite the climb and descent. Even though it was a very nice home the unusually hot NY summer made it a little uncomfortable for sleeping at night without ac in the house. The house was provided with several window fans but the heat and humidity was something to deal with. Again unusual for NY for that time of year. Overall we enjoyed our stay at this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Pat B.

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

good

The property was spacious and very cozy. There were no instructions as to check out procedure, so we did the best we could. The barbeque should be disposed of since it is dirty and greasy. The septic system should be checked, since there were odors of effluence from time to time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
We are glad you found the home to be cozy. We did go ahead and dispose of the barbeque and put in a brand new grill. We also had the septic checked and all was okay. We haven't experienced or had any reports of occasional odor so we're hoping it was an oddball occurrence. Thank you for your feedback as it helps to ensure all our guests have the best experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim k.

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

Excellent Getaway

This is a beautiful house on a beautiful lake. We went up with 2 other couples for New Years weekend and had a great time. The house is just as advertised and we had everything we needed. We cooked on the grill for New Year’s Eve, played games, ate, toasted the new year and completed a puzzle. All great fun with close friends. Had a great walk the next day. The weather was unseasonably warm but there was a beautiful blanket of snow the morning we left. Our host Alan was very responsive and there was no problem with check in and directions for our stay were all outlined in a folder. I bet the place is fantastic in the summer too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2022
Thank you for the kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and would love to host you again sometime in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall nice place, was perfect for our long weekend with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Great home and lake, remote location

The property was great, but we struggled with finding quality produce in the area. Do you research before counting on a Whole Foods nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

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

Hidden gem

We loved this vacation home. It was a bit quirky, very roomy, comfortable and homey. The views off the decks and out the windows are breathtaking. Sylvia lake is small but lovely. The bottom is small rocks so water shoes are a must. That lake water is crystal clear…the dock is perfect for our boat. There were 2 kayaks, life jackets and oars. You must be able to walk down stairs if you want to get to the water….a lot of stairs! If you aren’t a stair person the deck area is so nice. The only ac is in the upper bedroom and we had little breeze but it cooled down nicely at night. Our family group had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Nice getaway

Very nice house to stay in. Waterfront was really nice and quiet. Communication with host was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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

A lovely and comfortable lake property

We greatly enjoyed our week at Sylvia lake! The house is large, comfortable, and relaxing. The household supplies in the kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry were better than most rentals I have stayed in. We were able to cook a wide range of things because there were great pantry supplies and kitchen tools. There is a lovely view from 2 of the 3 decks and we enjoyed boating around the lake in the two kayaks that Alan provided. I highly recommend for 4-6 guests!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

A wonderful place on Sylvia Lake, a hidden gem!

This property was great for a quick weekend getaway for us. The views were amazing and the lake was great for kayaking. The kids also loved playing hide-n-seek in the house! The house was as advertised. No wifi but no problem. It was good to unplug a bit. For our first time visiting the Thousand Islands region, it was a perfect home base with pretty drives up to AB and Boldt Castle. I would highly recommend this property. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana O.

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

Peaceful

Alan was very responsive and kind. The home and property was clean and immaculate. Our family made beautiful memories here. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Lovely lakeside getaway

This house was absolutely beautiful!!! My finance and I came for a week in August. We brought our fishing boat and enjoyed trout fishing on the lake everyday. Loved swimming, and nearby awesome hiking :) this home could definitely accommodate a family and next time we will bring family and friends. The house is close to town (about 10 min) with a few restaurants and grocery stores. We also drove to Watertown one evening for a night our and loved Maggies on the river :) perfect getaway with stunning views!! Just what we needed to relax :)
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana O.

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

Peaceful & Perfect

Absolutely beautiful spot to relax and enjoy our family and friends. Alan was a super responsive host and the home and property were immaculate. Thank you for allowing our family to make wonderful memories!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

Nice place to disconnect and relax

A really wonderful property with a really great view of Sylvia Lake from a patio and 2 balconies! A lot of steps down to the dock, but good exercise. The lighting fixtures on the steps at night added a really great charm to the place. We heard the lovely call of loons every night and saw multiple loons every day. There was one good kayak on site for our use. There was a second blow up kayak that wasn't as good. But the owner didn't charge extra for their use. Would have been great if we had another good kayak on site. The property is VERY private with a little yard. The house was very clean and well maintained. We loved it.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is somewhat dated, but you cannot beat the view! It was amazing to wake up each day to see beautiful Sylvia Lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

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

Excellent all around

Awesome property, excellent owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl E.

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

Bad for rainy days

The property is stunning! The stairs to the lake are pure insanity going down and up. If it rains during your stay, there is NOTHING to do. We tried contacting our host to get the WiFi password or some direction on how to get Netflix working. Crickets. The day trip to A-Bay was super fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter S.

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

Perfect stay!

Very enjoyable stay every single day. The house is gorgeous and spacious with enough room for everyone to be more than comfortable. The deck provides a gorgeous view of the lake and a very nice place to relax. Fishing is great on the dock and I was getting bites whenever I cast. The town is nearby and makes it convenient to get whatever you need. Would absolutely reccomend this property to anyone looking for a weekend getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Great Place

We loved our stay here! Great house, incredible view, and very relaxing.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Hidden gem!

This was a great property that we enjoyed for a long weekend. It is definitely off the beaten path and you want the turn by turn directions to get there from the owner. The views were amazing! The dock and lake were a perfect retreat and exactly what we hoped for. The house had everything we needed and the nearest town (a little under 15 minute drive) had a nice grocery store to get anything we didn’t bring. Owner was very responsive during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

My family and I enjoyed it. Some little first time rental hiccups but overall enjoyable. Be prepared to walk several stories down and up daily to the water. Daughter counted 89 steps. Though by day two your legs are starting to adjust and the stairs are beautiful lit up at night. Fishing was good too. There is a little bay to the left looking out from the dock. Public boat lunch there as well but far enough away. Anyways that spot was rife with fish namely sunnies, rock bass, trout, and bass. At one point the kids and I were catching something after every cast. It was so plentiful we got sick of catching all the sunnies and the kids only wanted to reel in the other catches.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

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