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Private 5 rooms, one side of duplex, screened porch, yard space - boat parking,

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Redwood, NY

Boldt Castle
Clear Lake
‪6 min drive‬
Thousand Islands Winery
‪22 min drive‬
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)
‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

2nd floor

1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

private

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Private 5 rooms, one side of duplex, screened porch, yard space - boat parking,

THIS IS NOT A MODERN VACATION HOME. It is designed for fishermen and their families. Located near several lakes and waterways, the apartment is one side of a duplex on Butterfield Lake Rd, with three private entrances, room for vehicle boat/trailer parking, RVs, tent space. Electric cord ready for boat recharging. Circa 1935, rustic painted wooden plank floors (may creak), updated bathroom, kitchen, mud room, screened porch. Perfect for year-round fishing, boating, biking, camping trips; snowmobiling. King bed and twin bed upper level, fold away twin cots. if using couch - could sleep 6. Air conditioning in upper-level bedroom only; bathroom is on lower level. Small TV/DVD player upper level, Larger FireTV with DVD on lower level; HDMI cord for your laptop connection and WIFI are provided. We are 0.3 miles (5 minute walk) from the Butterfield Lake State launch, several vehicles with boats pass by daily. Also walking distance to two convenience stores with gas, post office, laundromat, three churches, and nature trails. Sorry, no pets due to allergies in host family.
NOTE: We are two doors down from the Redwood Volunteer Fire Dept so you may hear the siren at times. In case of extended power outages/emergencies that is a shelter as well.

Property manager

Dee Boyer

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The Hamlet sewage alarm will sound and the red light on the house will blink if anything other than waste and toilet paper provided is flushed

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Redwood

Redwood is home to this apartment. Cornwall Brothers Museum and Hammond Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts and Thousand Islands Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Redwood, NY

What's nearby

Clear Lake - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Scenic View Park - 19 min drive - 14.1 km
Thousand Islands Winery - 22 min drive - 21.4 km
Thousand Islands Bridge - 28 min drive - 29.7 km
1000 Islands Tower - 29 min drive - 30.8 km

Getting around

Gananoque Station - 43 min drive
Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Sports Page - ‬10 min drive
‪JK's Roadhouse - ‬8 min drive
‪Jezi’s Cafe - ‬10 min drive
‪Northstar Family Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
‪Miss Laura's Diner - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private 5 rooms, one side of duplex, screened porch, yard space - boat parking, pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private 5 rooms, one side of duplex, screened porch, yard space - boat parking,?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private 5 rooms, one side of duplex, screened porch, yard space - boat parking,?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Private 5 rooms, one side of duplex, screened porch, yard space - boat parking, located?

Situated in Redwood, this apartment building is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Clear Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Keewaydin State Park and Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Variety Store. River Hospital and Scenic View Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

21 July 2025

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Stayed numerous times always clean n neat , host very accommodating

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate A.

7 Aug 2025

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Great stay in Redwood!

Check in was super easy. The kitchen was great and had everything you could think of and everything you might need. i'm so glad we found this place so close to the lakes. the hosts are so generous and we felt so comfortable. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin V.

10 Aug 2025

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I just love it here. Second time staying. Access to lakes is SO convenient. Our host, Dee, was wonderful. Hope to return often, and SOONER. Just a perfect spot for three guys fishing from Kayaks

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

5 July 2025

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Like staying at Grandma's house

Lovely stay. So homey. So cozy. We stayed for 2 weeks and loved every minute. Adorable fish theme throughout. Dee is an amazing host who goes the second mile to make you feel at home. We have stayed many places, but this one is the best! We are hoping to make this an annual thing.

Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gabrielle R.

3 Aug 2025

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

The apartment was great! The themed decor was cozy and super cute. There were games and dvds and anything you could think of if you needed a snack or a bandaid or a blow dryer. Hosts were very pleasant and accommodating and it was less than 15 minutes from Otter Creek Nature Preserve, a drive-in theater, and Alexandria Bay. Overall I’d give our stay a 4.75/5 and my only issues were: being woken up at 1:30am from the firehouse sirens around the corner (not to the fault of the home owners) and when I initially booked I had thought it was a waterfront property so I was surprised once we received the actual address, but that was my fault. Everything else was great!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

20 July 2025

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Love this sweet place

My husband is a drummer for a well known party band and had gigs on two different weekends in Thousand Island Park. Everything was booked, so we ended up here…and I am so glad we did. Dee and Bill are the quintessential hosts. The place is spotless and set up like a little house with everything (and I mean everything) you could possibly need. Snacks? The refrigerator and cupboard are filled, and Dee leaves a delicious homemade treat as well. Entertainment? There’s an extensive library of DVDs, books, and games. Fishing? There’s a pretty lake a 5-minute walk away. We will be staying here whenever we have shows in the area, even if there’s availability closer.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

6 July 2025

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Sweet and SO cute!!

My husband and I are in a band that was playing in Thousand Island Park for the 4th of July weekend. Everything was sold out, so we booked this not knowing anything about Redwood or its proximity to TIP. We have stayed in a lot of properties in a lot of cities, but I can honestly say this is one of the nicest, most comfortable, and well appointed homes we have ever stayed in. No detail was overlooked. Dee and Bill are wonderful hosts, responsive, and even left us a delicious homemade treat, in addition to a very well stocked refrigerator and pantry. We are looking forward to staying there again in two weeks when we play another gig at TIP!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

27 Aug 2024

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Just Like Home

The Vrbo was just as advertised. It had everything you would need and things you didn’t know you needed. Dee left us a loaf of delicious banana bread. Check in was easy, the bed very comfortable and lots of room with a well stocked kitchen. We will definitely stay here when we visit Ft. Drum again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clark W.

21 May 2022

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Great for fishing getaway

Perfect for fishing at local lakes

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francis S., Zephyrhills, Florida

1 Aug 2023

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Redwood

Very enjoyable stay. Well stocked with essentials, coffee, bath supplies, clean

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

2 Aug 2024

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Very accommodating

Provided more than enough of everything! Hosts kind and communicative. They even provided an extra homemade treat (wow). One tiny flaw in this older building…if you are a large person the commode may be an awkward or tight fit. Would gladly stay there again

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

26 July 2020

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

cozy place

Very cozy, had everything available if needed.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Will Q.

20 Feb 2022

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

Fishing Trip

Our stay was awesome. We had a boy's weekend away for some ice fishing and the rental was perfect. Looking forward to staying again with the family.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will T.

11 June 2023

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Very pleasant

It’s was very clean and well maintained we would recommend it to others

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen A.

7 June 2020

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Comfortable and Relaxing Getaway

Nicely decorated and comfortable apartment with all the amenities you could need. Owner was friendly, easy to communicate with and attentive to our needs. The kitchen space was perfect for cooking our meals and we enjoyed the nice fire pit area outside. Easy drive to local attractions.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

20 Aug 2022

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

The perfect apartment for a fishing getaway, with a host that was very accommodating.

The decor was perfectly fitting and appreciated for a fisherman’s getaway. Our host was very accommodating and left many many pleasantries throughout the apartment (snacks, beverages, dvds, menus, soaps and shampoo’s) - it was all great. The location is convenient for all the fishing you could ask for, plus trails, wineries, and a downtown scene. We would love to stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norman R.

24 June 2024

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Comfortable and cozy duplex

The duplex is in a quiet little village close to Alexandria Bay. The home is clean and lovingly decorated with a fishing theme. The beds in the upstairs bedroom are comfortable. The host Dee is very thoughtful since we were welcomed with a very well stocked kitchen and had even banana bread and a fruit bowl provided for us. Dee thought of all amenities a traveler could need, so if you forgot something, Dee has you covered! We felt more like family than guest's staying at "A Simple Roof".

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P.

21 Aug 2023

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All the comforts of home

The apartment was clean and well furnished. It has all the comforts of home; hair dryer, microwave, k-cup brewer, a desk with paper, games, DVDs, and a medicine cabinet filled with anything you may have forgotten/need. My son loved the snack basket and candy dishes! We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

26 Sept 2020

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Great Little Stay

It’s labeled as an apartment but it does not feel that way! Spacious downstairs and very large bedroom upstairs was prefect for 3 adults. Heat could be a little tricky to kick on but fishing was wonderful and Denise was nothing less than a wonderful host.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandii P.

20 Aug 2021

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

Lovely little apartment

It had everything we needed for our stay. Super comfy king bed upstairs. Proximity to Alex Bay was great (8 min drive). Hosts thought of every little thing travelers might need or appreciate! Short walk to a lovely lake down the road. Hosts easy to contact if needed. I highly recommend it!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

29 July 2024

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Must Stay

We recently had the pleasure of staying at this charming lakefront home again, and it was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish. Nestled right on the edge of the serene lake, the property offered quick and easy access to nature trails and water. The home has a warm and inviting atmosphere. The interior was impeccably clean and beautifully decorated, and very cozy. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed to prepare meals. Their attention to detail and thoughtful touches really made a difference, from the welcome basket to the well-stocked pantry. The bedrooms were comfortable and thoughtfully arranged, ensuring that everyone had a restful stay. We especially appreciated the California King Bed! We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing retreat.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis S.

15 Aug 2022

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Frank S.

The apartment was very clean and well stocked with amenities. The king size bed was very comfortable. Dee was easy to reach went needed. She is a very good host.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

24 Sept 2021

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Perfect quiet fishing house

This is the second year my family has stayed and I cannot stress enough how amazing Denise is. The house is perfect for a small group (4ish). It’s always very clean and very homey. My father stayed on this past trip with friends and everyone had an excellent week fishing and were very comfortable. Denise is an excellent host! She is very welcoming, accommodating and kind. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

15 Sept 2022

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

Fishing Trip

My father and his friends stayed for an annual fishing trip. As always Dee is on top of the ball getting back to me quickly with any questions or concerns! My father always raves about the location, the cleanliness, and how welcoming Dee and her family are. There are never any complaints and my family and I always enjoy staying with Dee!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita H., Groton

12 June 2022

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Close to Alexandria Bay

Dee was great to do business with. The apartment was as described. I would recommend staying here in the quiet sleepy town to being downtown A-Bay. The bed was super comfortable, and we were able to take nice walks in the neighborhood. Ice cream was just minutes away. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to cook, except of course, the food. We'd come again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dee Boyer

Long Term Care RN, began this a bnb in preparation for retirement. She and husband enjoy hosting, offering an alternative setting of VERY SIMPLE accommodations for fishermen and families traveling to or through the area. Friends and family have found it difficult reserving camps on the lakes as so many are booked early, and quite costly. Our goal is to make visiting our beautiful area's lakes and waterways a comfortable and affordable experience.

Why they chose this property

We moved to Redwood (husband's hometown) and started A Simple Roof 20 years later to offer a rustic camping experience within walking distance to the lake with free space to park and charge boats, ATVs, RVs, and tents. We provide a quiet small town atmosphere, simple, clean, private accommodations; like going to a grandparent's or summer camp.

What makes this property unique

Host lives on other side of duplex, ready to assist as needed. Can offer suggestions for area activities, fast food, fine dining.
Co-host can provide fishing tips for nearby rivers/streams, lakes - ice fishing, or surface/trolling.

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1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

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Private 5 rooms, one side of duplex, screened porch, yard space - boat parking,

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

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Important information

You need to know

We should mention

About the area

Redwood

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

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9.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Robert S.

10/10 Excellent

Kate A.

Great stay in Redwood!

Kate A.

10/10 Excellent

Colin V.

Colin V.

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

Like staying at Grandma's house

Bonnie N.

8/10 Good

Gabrielle R.

Gabrielle R.

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

Love this sweet place

Robin T.

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

Sweet and SO cute!!

Robin T.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Just Like Home

Brenda P.

10/10 Excellent

Clark W.

Great for fishing getaway

Clark W.

10/10 Excellent

Francis S., Zephyrhills, Florida

Redwood