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Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating

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Dining
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Private kitchen
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Schroon Lake, NY
  • Place, Schroon Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Strand Theater
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Park Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating

Are you looking for a dog friendly summer vacation? Terra Alta Cottages is a tranquil retreat located in Schroon Lake NY at the foothills of the High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountains. It has been a summer destination since the 1930s and has been owned and operated by three generations of the Starfield Family since the mid-1950s. Spend a week or a month enjoying tennis, kayaking, hiking, playing pickleball or just relaxing by the lake or on your own screened-in porch. The property has 2 tennis courts (one with pickleball lines), hiking, boating, and a lakefront supervised by a Red Cross certified lifeguard. Cottage has ceiling fans in every room, one A/C Unit and strong Wi-Fi (>150 mbps).
Cottage has a fully-equipped kitchen, including a toaster oven, a microwave and a coffee maker.
There is one bathroom. All rooms have ceiling fans and there is one air conditioner.
Terra Alta Cottages maintains a pay-as-you-go laundry facility adjacent to the tennis courts. It has three commercial coin-operated washing machines and two coin-operated commercial dryers. Price for a wash is $1.00. Dryers are $1.50 for 45 minutes.
Terra Alta is dog-friendly. While pets are never permitted on the Terra Alta beach, or in watercraft belonging to Terra Alta, we do provide off-leash times for our furry family members (every day from 8:00am-9:00am and 5:00pm-6:00pm at a designated spot by the boat dock.)
Terra Alta Cottages maintains quiet time beginning at 9 PM. This includes the entire Terra Alta Cottages grounds and the beachfront.
There are 32 cottages on the property, so friend gatherings or family reunions are welcome. Organized activities include pickleball clinics, bonfires, movie nights and more.
We are 1/2 mile from the town of Schroon Lake and 25 minutes from hiking in the Adirondack high peaks region. Dozens of local hikes and climbs. 30 minutes to Lake George or Ticonderoga. 90 minutes from Albany Airport NY and Trailways bus stop in town.
Terra Alta community activities in 2023 included: Corn hole tournament, Kayak Race, Trivia night, wine tasting, Monday night movies, bonfires with S'mores on the beach, tie-dye, pickleball clinics, sing-a-long, volleyball, softball and basketball.
If you're looking to explore a quaint town , swim in the fresh waters of Schroon Lake, relax on the porch with a good book or hike in the Adirondack mountains, you're in the right place. Come Explore

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3999582vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Schroon Lake

Schroon Lake is home to this cottage. Seagle Music Colony and Ticonderoga Historical Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Ticonderoga and Revolution Rail Co.. Travelling with kids? Consider Blue Line Outdoor Center and North Creek Depot Museum.
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Schroon Lake, NY

What's nearby

  • Schroon Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Strand Theater - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Park Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fort Ticonderoga - 33 min drive - 45.2 km
  • Million Dollar Beach - 44 min drive - 63.4 km

Getting around

  • Ticonderoga Station - 29 min drive
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pitkin's Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Trail Break At Schroon Lake - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Flanagan's Pub & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sticks & Stones - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Pizza - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating on 11 Aug 2026 start from AU$296, 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 Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dog friendly, wooded property; 3 BR cottage; private beach; tennis, boating located?

Located in Schroon Lake, this family-friendly cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Schroon Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Paradox Lake and Thurman Pond. Pharaoh Lake Wilderness and Seagle Music Colony are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

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10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

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

Family getaway

We had a great time getting off the daily roller coaster. We loved playing board games that were provided for us. The property was ckeab and very well stocked with wbeythi we needed. Thank you for helping us to create much needed family memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Julie Meer

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We are third generation Starfield family The Starfield owner/managers. We have owned and operated Terra Alta Cottages since the 1950's. While I grew up in Brooklyn, I spent summers at Terra Alta every year of my childhood. After I aged out of camp, I became a counselor and then a lifeguard. I am now in charge of property and cottage maintenance; my husband is the Treasurer and technology officer; my brother is the President of the Corporation and sister-in-law does direct to market rentals and is in charge of housekeeping and turnovers. My first cousin runs the community activity calendar. One could say that from the time I was a child, watching my mom do the job, I wanted to do the job as well. Mac, the property supervisor in the 1970's, had a red pick up truck, smoked a pipe and let me ride next to him in the cab. My brother, four years older, was allowed to stand on the back fender when we were riding on the grounds. Terra Alta is in my soul and I'll do anything I can to make our guests feel welcome.

Why they chose this property

From the Schroon Lake Chamber of Commerce: Combining small town character, recreational and cultural opportunities, and unparalleled beautiful scenery, Schroon Lake is YOUR Adirondack destination!
Schroon Lake is the quintessential Adirondack town, with a storied history that spans over 200 years. Today, Schroon Lake offers year-round activities and events, with natural resources and assets second to none. Stroll down Main Street and enjoy shopping, dining and amenities, or head to the Town Beach where you'll find one of the most beautiful and best maintained waterfronts in the Adirondacks. Our pristine lakes- Schroon Lake - offers excellent boat access, swimming, camping, and fishing. Surrounded by wilderness, the Schroon Lake Area has a variety of easily accessible hiking trails, ponds, lakes, cross country and downhill skiing, and snowmobile trails. Schroon Lake is also home to a thriving arts community that includes Seagle Festival, the country’s oldest summer voice program. Your perfect Adirondack vacation is calling…see you in Schroon Lake!

What makes this property unique

Terra Alta Cottages is proud of the community spirit that is felt by our guests during their stay. TA promotes that spirit by leading community activities at no additional cost to guests Some of the activities may include a July 4th ice cream social, tie dye, softball games, a talent show, bonfires, kayak races, cornhole tournament, movie nights, and local area hikes. Terra Alta Cottages will send a full activities calendar for the season to each guest. The same calendar is also posted on the bulletin board outside the mail hut, in the laundry room and on the Rec hall porch.
All activities will also be announced via the Terra Alta facebook page and via our text messaging service.
Our on property free amenities include:
Tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, private beach with adirondack chairs, kayaks, sailboats.
Every cottage has a picnic table, fire pit, BBQ grill, clothes dryer, and screened-in porch.

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