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

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • 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). 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. If you're looking to explore a quaint town 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

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

Located in Schroon Lake, this cottage is in the mountains. Ticondroga Country Club and Gore Mountain Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Blue Line Outdoor Center and North Creek Depot Museum. Revolution Rail Co. and Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort are also worth visiting.
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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) - 61 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 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?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The cabin was wonderfully rustic and perfect for our weekend getaway! The property manager Richelle was very nice and communication was great. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
John, We’re so glad that you and your family had a wonderful time and are looking forward to having you again next year…perhaps taking an additional cabin for friends/family. It was great t see y’all outside at the picnic area having a grand time with your pups. I’ll forward your comments to Richelle as well. Have a healthy and happy year ahead. Regards Julie Meer Terra Alta Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Nice little Cabin

This property was perfect for what we needed. It was comfortable and had all the amenities for a nice trip. It was centrally located and easy access to all the Adirondack region has to offer. Hosts were very welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2024
Nicole, Thank you for your kind review. We try to make the cottages comfortable and offer the kind of guest services that you might expect at a high end lodge. Best, Meer family
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Classic Adirondacks

We had a wonderful time at Terra Alta! The cottages are like time capsules, lovingly preserved and well-maintained, but on the rustic side (as advertised). The owners and other renters were all very friendly and welcoming. There's a small lake beach on the property (with a bigger one 3 minutes away in town), tennis courts, a playground, everything we needed, plus plenty of nature and peace. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2024
We are glad you and your family had a good time at Terra Alta Cottages and we’re glad to hear that you’ll be back!

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Hosted by Julie Meer

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