Perched on the lake, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 4 guests. Enjoy water views from the patio, deck, and balcony. Engage in adventure activities like sailing, rafting, and kayaking nearby. The golf options nearby support active travelers. Visit Mooney Bay Marina and Point Au Roches State Park for exploration.
Highlights
Scenic water view
Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
By the lake
Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Point Au Roches State Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Balcony
Barbecue
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Kitchen
Explore the area
Plattsburgh, NY
Mooney Bay Marina
Place, Mooney Bay Marina
1 min walk
Point Au Roches State Park
Place, Point Au Roches State Park
7 min walk
State University of New York-Plattsburgh
Place, State University of New York-Plattsburgh
18 min drive
Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Lakefront bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park!
This cozy cottage offers sweeping lake and mountain views from the living room and front bedroom.
The quaint kitchen offers all the necessities. Included are all the pots, pans, dish wares and glasses to prepare your own meals if you choose to.
The front bedroom with 3 windows has spectacular views looking over the lake and the Vermont mountains. Watch the sunrise from the bed every morning. This room has a queen size bed.
The second bedroom has a few options. It can be set up as two twin beds or one king size bed. With the king size option we add a foam section between the beds to make the bed feel as one.
The house offers a full bath with a walk in shower.
The deck overlooks the the lake with views of the Vermont mountains and Lake Champlain. There are views of the marina close by. Enjoy sitting out on the deck and watching the boats as they come and go. Walk 5 steps down the stairs and you're in the water. The water in the front of the house is clear and clean with a small rock and sand bottom. Water shoes are recommended.
The side yard is a nice grassy area. There is plenty of space for lawn games or just basking in the sun and taking in the spectacular lake view.
In the Champlain Valley, Point Au Roche Lakeside appeals to adventure lovers, whether its hiking, biking, kayaking, x-country skiing or snowshoeing, you have your choice of ideal terrain right out our front door. Located just north of the city of Plattsburgh, the house is within minutes to historical attractions, Lake Champlain, restaurants, shops, scenic sights and area attractions.
Point Au Roche State Park – Located next door to the cottage, the park offers 12 miles of trails with views of Lake Champlain. There is also a sandy beach and boat launch within the park.
Ausable Chasm open to the public since 1870, is one of the oldest attractions in North America. Explore the Chasm on nature trails with scenic vistas and waterfalls. Add rappelling, rafting or tubing in the Chasm for the perfect adventure. Rentals are available at the Chasm. Some fun events include lantern tours, gemstone mining and now since they are open year round, take a wonderful winter tour to see frozen waterfalls and 150 ft icicles. They also offer a winter waterfall walk, snowshoes and ice cleat tours. http://www.ausablechasm.com
Lake Champlain Fishing Lake Champlain is 120 miles long, ten miles wide and approx. 390 plus feet deep. Fishing occurs along the scenic New York shores of Lake Champlain. The western shore offers the breathtaking Adirondack Mountains and extraordinary sunsets. To the east, the Vermont Green Mountains provide us with gorgeous sunrises.
WINERIES, CIDERIES and MICROBREWS Ausable Brewing Company Livingoods Restaurant and Brewery Plattsburgh Brewing Co Valcour Brewing Company Oval Craft Brewing Vesco Ridge Vineyards (less than 10 minutes from cottage)
Local Museums **Some of these museums are seasonal or have limited hours, please check their website before visiting Alice T. Miner Colonial Collection & Museum– Kent-Delord House– Battle of Plattsburgh Interpretive Center – Plattsburgh State Art Museum Underground Railroad Museum Babbie Rural Farm & Learning Museum Clinton County Historical Museum Hearts Delight Farm Heritage Museum Plattsburgh Air Force Base Museum War of 1812 Museum
Golf Courses Bluff Point Harmony Golf Course Adirondack Golf & Country Club
Adirondack River Rentals and bikes Rentals are from half day up to a week.
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Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Plattsburgh
Located in Plattsburgh, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Kent Delord House Museum and Hyde Log Cabin are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Point Au Roches State Park and Cumberland Bay State Park. Strand Center for the Arts and Kids' Station Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Plattsburgh Station - 19 min drive
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Frequently asked questions
Is WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park!?
As of 4 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park! on 18 Sept 2026 start from AU$898, 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 WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is WhatAVu! ! Enjoy Watching the Boats or Hiking in the State Park! located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Mooney Bay Marina and Point Au Roches State Park. Treadwell Bay Marina and ELFS Farm Winery and Cider Mill are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by Karen and Creston Billings
Recently retired from owning and operating a bed and breakfast for 19 years. We now get to enjoy all the activities that our area has to offer. Kayaking, Hiking, Biking, Snowshoeing and Skiing.
Why they chose this property
This property sold us the minute we walked in. The views of the sunrises, mountains and lake made it an easy decision to buy.
What makes this property unique
The cottage has wonderful cedar hedge rows to provide the privacy from each other and also offer expansive views of Lake Champlain and the Vermont mountains. Point Au Roche State Park is next door and has over 800 acres of hiking trails.