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Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature)

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"The Dock" a peaceful place for thoughts coffee and a chance to #getbacktonature!
New expanded Pebble Beach! 2 kayaks and a multi person Raft is on site for use!
Winter is here! Cottage extension with kids bedroom and laundry/toilet n sink half bath on the right side of the Cottage, Main floor
Nice! Lakefront view!
New Fire Pit!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature)

A modern designed Cozy Cottage
With a stunning mirror lake
Surrounded by NYS lands!
Cool off in the summer and snowmobile in the winter all the way to Canada!
Hike all year round
We provide two kayaks for use but no motor boating allowed.
We also have a six person Raft, a civilian version of the Militaries Zodiac Commando raft
Connect with family and friends!
Make time for your weekend getaway!
Get back to nature!
Uncork unwind and unstress!

We will not meet guests
We offer seclusion and privacy

Self check in via code
Is given when booked

A pvt Lake in a limited community, surrounded by woods and 5,000 NYS lands across the road
walking trails are at the top of the hill on the left
Snowmobile Trails to Canada are at the top of the hill straight ahead!
(these trails are not plowed in the winter...do not attempt to drive on any unplowed trails)

The lake belongs to all neighbors
The part of the lake that belongs to me is for use for swimming or fishing
and kayaking if kayaking the lake as a whole only linger on our property

There is a map of the property in the pics

No littering and no noise
This is a shared private lake

1425 sq ft on 5 acres
A map of the property is in the pics
All 5 acres are available for guests to use

This is a full home rental that is fully stocked an equipped

A car is needed to get to the property
Once here guests can access snowmobile trails and/or hike the trails
Right from the front door!

20 minutes away from most things ..markets, attractions, restaurants..etc..
#Getbacktonature

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Add a detergent pod to the dishwasher and press start one hour before check out

Load the washing machine with used sheets If lots of laundry start a wash one hour before check out detergent is in the half bath

No food should be left inside the cabinets Cookies crackers even dry pasta or bags of sugar or flour Please use the outside garbage bins especially If you have cooked food as trash, always outside

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No parties no smoking

All food must be refrigerated or in containers

No smoking

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3618815vb
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

About the area

Town of Smyrna

Located in Town of Smyrna, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wolf Mountain Nature Center and Wellesley Island State Park, while Thousand Islands Museum and Earlville Opera House are cultural highlights. Bullthistle Model Railroad Society Museum and Dana Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Smyrna, NY

What's nearby

  • Wolf Mountain Nature Center - 16 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Rogers Environmental Education Center - 19 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Wellesley Island State Park - 20 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Thousand Islands Museum - 20 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Colgate University - 31 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Cortland, NY (CTX-Cortland County) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Huffbrau Tavern - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪K&K Pizzeria - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Peach Blossom - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Itty's Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Clyde's Little Red Barn - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature)?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature) on 3 Nov 2026 start from AU$486, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pvt Lake...Fish, Swim and Kayak (surrounded by nature) located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Wolf Mountain Nature Center, Wellesley Island State Park and Thousand Islands Museum. Rogers Environmental Education Center and Earlville Opera House are also within 9 miles (15 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. 28 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time during spring break! Caught a lot of Bass right off the dock! Cabin was cozy and the view was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2026
Thanks for your kind review Brian! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DONNA K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place centrally located to family. (Pet friendly) Enjoy fishing, kayaking, and relaxing by the fire pit.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2025
Donna treated the cottage with great respect ! We look forward to hosting Donna again in the future !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have returned to this property many times - and have many more booked as well to return in the future. This cabin on the lake is stunning - the owners are kind and have thought of everything. Thank you for another wonderful trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

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

So peaceful!

Wonderful stay! The property is just beautiful. Host was great. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2024
Hi Tracie Thanks for your kind review Many guests return every year With our bonus plans some guests come twice a year! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great house

Beautiful spot and great house
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to find and easy to enterJust a beautiful home with everything you need for a weekend at the lakeIt was a cold weekend for my son’s Colgate parent’s weekend so we really appreciated the cozy space created by the wood burner. Great kitchen space allowed us to all sit diwn to desert and the curved TV was fantastic for movie nightAbsolutely will return!Host was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2025
Thanks for your kind review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

Great Getaway!

This house is just as it is described! It is the perfect getaway for anyone looking for a nice, relaxing, home away from home. We stayed for a week and enjoyed being able to fish, kayak, and be on the lake whenever we had the chance. Just sitting on the back deck in the early morning listening to the birds was so peaceful. I would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Thanks for the kind review Angela! Share any kayaking or swimming or fishing pics on your social media! We look forward to hosting you again on the future !
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeury m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend gateway

Nice & cozy cabin in a very peaceful area right next to the lake . My wife & I had a great time .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Smyrna Lake Stay

Property was lovely, house was perfect siize for our family of six. The weather wasn't great for the first few days, but finally got to enjoy the outdoors on the last day. Would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill Y.

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

Secluded and relaxing

We wanted to get away for the long weekend to relax and recharge. It is a beautiful location in the woods and close to a state forest. It was wonderful waking up in the morning to a view of the private lake. The wood burning stove was perfect for the chilly fall nights
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Repeat customer

Very clean, well thought out home with views of the lake. Added bonus are the two kayaks. A great getaway for peace and quiet. Thank you for your quick response the other day. Hope to stay with you again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

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

Beautiful place!

The place is a little out of the way from society, but it's so serene! Everything was clean, every amenity stocked, and there is a lot more room than the listing makes it seem like. Kevin is very communicative and replies quickly to texts. Overall a very enjoyable experience would definitely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

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

Kudos to Kevin on Hidden Lake!

Hidden Lake is a great place for a group of friends to hang out but also have space! Kevin thought of everything to make our stay comfortable including a well stocked kitchen. A great added bonus was the use of the kayak! A beautiful, quiet location. Thank you! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Leah R.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Everything was okay. Coffee situation not good, but corrected after one day. Some bumps communicating with manager. Veiled warnings about unfriendly neighbors in info provided just before check in a little unsettling, but since it was November, we didn’t spend much time outdoors. They did supply most of what we needed, though low on a few necessaries and kid stuff a bit worn.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

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

A very relaxing, quiet, and friendly lake house.

We had a very relaxing and quiet three days at the Hidden Lake house. Although there are other houses on the pretty lake, they are well-screened by trees and distances. We only heard one or two voices while we were there, and enjoyed the many bird calls (bring your Merlin app). Largemouth bass fishing was fantastic from the dock using artificial worms (we caught more than 30 nice-sized fish). The house is about 10 minutes from Sherburne and 20 minutes from Hamilton, for groceries and restaurants. We enjoyed grilling on the deck with a sunst-view of the lake. Kevin was a great host and was easy to contact with any questions!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DONNA K.

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

Great Family Meet Up Retreat!

The location is within easy driving distance for all our kids and grandkids that still live in the CNY area. We live in Florida and this was truly a hidden gem! Every age group enjoyed fishing (and actually catching - A LOT) from the dock or boat, while I kayaked with the grandkids or just enjoyed the peace and quiet out on the lake. Thank you for allowing dogs, our boy is family too and he loved the attention from the kids! Cabin is well stocked for all your needs and kitchen had everything you need to even bake muffins with blueberries picked locally nearby. Yum! The general consensus from the entire family is that we need to do this next year, too. 😁 Kevin was always always very responsive to any questions and I appreciate that! Thanks so much for providing a lovely house and setting for us to enjoy! We will be back again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

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

Fantastic place!

Had a wonderful time at the cabin! The fishing was superb!!! Highly recommend for anyone wanting a more remote stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max M.

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

Quiet & Great

This is the place to be if you want quiet. There is a neighbor fairly close who happened to have visitors so we heard them a couple of times, but nothing beyond some lively conversation. Most of the time, we heard nothing but ourselves. Cabin was very clean and communication was fantastic. Our dog found a mouse in the house on the first night, but let's face it, you're in the middle of the woods. There were no signs that this is a common occurrence. It just happened while we were there. No big deal. As soon as I contacted the host, it was handled quickly and efficiently, and our week moved forward with no other issues. There was a nice raft provided for rowing around the lake. There are kayaks that we didn't take out because of the raft, but they are available. The grill worked just fine and there is plenty of firewood provided for the pit. Understand that there really is not much around if you are looking for tourist attractions. We found a grocery store about 15 minutes away in Sherburne along with a pizza place and some great ice cream at Gilligan's Island. Bigger town about 30 minutes away is Norwich. We found some great waterfalls in the area, which is something we enjoy doing. You will have to drive to find these things, but we had lots of fun within 30 - 45 minutes away. Also, a great visit to Wolf Mountain Nature Center only 3 miles away. Take the time to do this if you can. Beware of George Crumb Road. If your navigation sends you there, find the other route - haha. We have an interesting story to tell, but it is definitely not the way to go. The stay here was quiet and great!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Wonderful stay

We has a wonderful stay. The house is located in the woods on a private lake. There are some great amenities such as a raft and kayaks. There are also some decent size bass in the lake that I caught from the dock. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Robert Thanks for the kind review. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Great Experience

Lovely remote getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline T.

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

Truly special 😊

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Smyrna. Gorgeous and peaceful with stunning views. Everything we could have hoped for 👍😎
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2023
Hi Jacqueline Thanks for your review, we look forward to hosting you again in the future! On HiddenLakefrontRetreat.com You can post pics and share your getaway with people google people searching for a secluded getaway that is surrounded by nature!
Verified

8/10 Good

Stefania U.

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

Peaceful

Great place, peaceful and beautiful surroundings. Fishing was great. House was spotless and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty C.

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

Secluded and nice

Loved the secluded area. Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Beautiful. Relaxing.

Rustic but comfortable. Better chairs out by fire pit would be nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antonio S.

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

The perfect spot for a family vacation.

This house is such a gem! Very comfortable with plenty of space and comfort. The Garden is so great to hang out, we spend a lot of time on the incredible dock, fishing, kayaking, having a drink, watching the stars... The house deck is also great and we were there all the time enjoying the views, having meals, reading, etc. The house feels very modern, we loved the big glass windows in the living room. We were so impressed with the natural beauty all around us, so many farms around... we visited Hamilton, went to the bookstore there, got ice cream, walked around. Great stay overall. The perfect spot for a family vacation. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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