The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable

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A two-story house with a green roof, a front porch, and a small deck.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a wooden table and white chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and framed artwork on the walls.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window.
A house with a green roof, surrounded by a fenced garden with various plants and a pond.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Ausable River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Jay, NY
  • Place, Ausable River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Historic Jay Covered Bridge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whiteface Mountain
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪104 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Jay

Located in Jay, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Ausable Theater and Keene Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whiteface Mountain and River Stone Wellness. Tahawus Cultural Center and Santa's Workshop are also worth visiting.
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Map
Jay, NY

What's nearby

  • Ausable River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Historic Jay Covered Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa's Workshop - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
  • High Falls Gorge - 14 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Whiteface Mountain - 14 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Adirondack Chocolates - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ice Jam Inn & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Twisted Raven - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Covered Bridge Cottage On The Ausable located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Historic Jay Covered Bridge and Ausable River. Wells Memorial Library and River Stone Wellness are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful property with gorgeous views. Very peaceful. You can hear the river running from the bedroom at night. The mountain and river views were gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2026
Thank you for joining us Rita :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was my second stay at the cottage. As in my previous review - it is just really special. Caleb and Eleri are wonderful hosts. It is a beautiful, peaceful place to relax after outdoor adventures, read or nap through a stormy day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is simply lovely. Caleb and Eleri are excellent hosts. It is just really special
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful spot

We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. Caleb was always prompt to respond any questions we had. The cottage was cute and comfortable for myself and two friends. The location for us was perfect to watch the Ironman race. A gem of a spot and i would definitely stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway

Beautiful modernized cottage overlooking a river in the heart of the Adirondacks. Close to everything but you avoid the crowds in Lake Placid. Our hosts went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed our stay. They were a pleasure to talk to and recommend some good restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Jay vacation

Caleb’s cottage and grounds are beautiful. The cottage is newly renovated and the gardens and location on the river are outstanding. However these great qualities are hindered by the glampers bathroom that is attached to the cottage and is located right next to the cottage bedroom. At all hours of the day and night the campers shower and bang around in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2024
Hi Edward, We apologize if this caused you an inconvenience. Out of almost 100 stays in the cottage across the various platforms this is the first time we have received a comment regarding this. As precautions we instruct our tent guests at check in to minimize noise, keep showers during quiet hours, and conversation to a minumum. We have signs in that bathroom reminding of it and we have insulated the walls to minimize noise. We would have appreciated you speaking with us so that we could attempt to investigate. Unfortunately this did not happen, despite having multiple interactions with us. We appreciate it if future guests communicate their needs so we can do our best to accommodate as we take great pride in our experience and strive to help guests have the best experience possible. After reviewing our exterior cameras which monitor this entrance there is no evidence of the tent guest "constantly" using that bathroom "at all hours of the night." After further investigation we did evict a raccoon from the attic which could have caused the noise, but again we can't fix what we dont know about.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing riverside retreat

This beautiful cottage was exactly what I needed to relax, and enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains. Everything I needed was already there, and the hosts were fabulous and so friendly. The cottage is right on the river, overlooking the mountains. In the evenings, I sat in the screened in porch, enjoying the the fireflies and stars, which were incredible! If you are looking for somewhere that is unbelievably idyllic, with some hidden wellness optional extras - I indulged and it really was worth it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place, hosts, and area

This was a great stay for my wife, 1 year, and me. There's so much to do in the area if you enjoy the outdoors, or just need a quiet getaway. Caleb was very helpful with anything that we needed and advice on what to do with a bust baby when it rained and all we had planned was outdoor activities. The washer and dryer were great ammenities to have, and the gardens were fun to look at. The proximity to the E. branch of the Ausable was great, especially being so close to a historic landmark in the covered bridge. 10/10 would recommend and stay again. We were only sorry we didn't have more time to be there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Thank you for joining us here in Jay. It was wonderful to see the joy of the family with the little one as he explored. All the best to you guys.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ladies’ hiking trip

This cottage was perfect for our long weekend in the mountains. It was clean, comfortable, and well-stocked. The pictures really don’t do it justice, in my opinion. Our favorite spot was the screened-in back porch with the river view. Great place to relax with dinner and a drink after a long day of hiking! Caleb and Eleri are welcoming and gracious hosts. It did take us approximately 40 minutes to get to the Loj trailhead parking, but we thought it was worth it to stay in such a beautiful place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My wife and I chose this property/accommodation based on the photos we saw on vrbo. Suffice to say that when we got there, the photos did not do any justice to what we saw/experienced. It was absolutely beautiful. The setting was better than we expected and the Ausable river at the foot of the property was an absolute gem. We spent pretty much every afternoon having a coffee by the river at the picnic table after our daily hikes in the many awesome mountain trails which were not too far at all from where we stayed. The location was perfect for day trips to the various sites of the Adirondacks. The property was peaceful day and night, no loud noises/music of any kind (apart from the wildlife we heard one night for a few minutes). Oh, and our hosts Caleb and Eleri were absolutely great, easy to reach and answered any questions we had and gave us great advice on the various surrounding attractions. The cottage itself was very comfortable and had everything we needed (the screened 'outdoor' room was great). If you want to explore the Adirondacks, this would be the place to stay. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Piece of Paradise

Our stay at the cottage was lovely! The cottage is super cute and feels like a cozy English cottage. No surprise here as Eleri is from the UK. Caleb and Eleri were very hospitable. The proximity to the river and the view down the valley were unforgettable. We absolutely loved sitting on the screened in porch listening to the sound of the tree frogs and watching the lightning bugs. There's even an outdoor speaker, fan and dining table which makes for an incredible evening. The kitchen is very big relative to the cozy cottage size and it has modern appliances. The bedroom is extremely comfortable and nice and dark which helped us sleep soundly. It was about a 150 ft walk down the hill to the cottage, but this also gave it beautiful seclusion and its own unique view and perspective. The gravel on the pathway was very compact so we could roll our suitcases on it so it wasn't such a big deal. We highly recommend this little slice of paradise tucked by the Ausable River right next to the covered bridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Maisonnette exceptionnellement bien décorée et équipée. Secteur hyper tranquille entre boisé, rivière et champ. Cerfs devant la porte le matin. Hôte sympathique. Petit nid douillet pour couple.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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