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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony
Explore the area
Wells, NY
Lake Algonquin
Place, Lake Algonquin
2 min walk
Sacandaga River
Place, Sacandaga River
10 min walk
Million Dollar Beach
Place, Million Dollar Beach
59 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe
Why drive hours when a great affordable vacation is so close?
Welcome to relaxing Whispering Pines Wells with its own private association sandy beach that is just a three minute walk away. This is a four season getaway retreat that is outfitted and furnished with the vacationer in mind. The home itself is a beautiful 2 bedroom cottage with a large outdoor deck surrounded by towering pine trees. It’s the perfect place to get out of the city and disconnect in nature or to use as a base for all your ADK adventures.
The first floor has a fully equipped modern kitchen and dining area, a living room with vaulted ceilings, a flat screen tv, dvd player and a freestanding gas fireplace. The first floor bedroom has a queen size bed. Across the hall is a full bathroom with a tub and a shower, as well as a washer and dryer.
In the upper level is a large bedroom that features a queen size bed. There is also a half bath on the second floor. The loft area has a twin bed and a desk, if you have to work, with a view of the lake.
The large front deck is great for entertaining and a screen porch adds outdoor living space in the warmer months. It has a porch glider, balcony chairs and a patio table.
There is a fire pit for your evening enjoyment. A gas grill is also available for you to use.
Guests will be able to enjoy central air conditioning in the summer and central heat for the winter months.
We are no longer able to provide sheets and towels. Guests will need to bring their own.
In the summer and fall, there are many hikes in the area to waterfalls, mountain tops and the Northville-Lake Placid Trail. A great bike ride is the 3.5 mile loop around the lake and through the town. In the spring, you can go fishing in the lake or one of many nearby rivers. In the winter months, it is only 20 minutes to Lapland Lakes cross-country skiing, 20 minutes to Oak Mountain and 40 minutes to Gore Mountain.
Inside Whispering Pines you will find 500 mbps fiber internet with WiFi, YouTube TV, a DVD player, MANY streaming channels as well as books, games and puzzles.
There is a fully outfitted kitchen with a k-cup coffee maker, a drip coffee maker, crock pot and a blender. Outside there is a large flat yard, and many outdoor chairs for enjoying the fire pit.
We have FOUR kayaks, a 15' canoe and a Sunfish sailboat, with all the accessories. There are carts for transporting the watercraft the short two minute trip to the launching area.
In the small town of Wells, we have a couple of general stores and a new, quite excellent, coffee cafe. At the Town Green, there are tennis/pickle ball courts, basketball hoops and a playground.
Although our town doesn't have any restaurants, there are many excellent ones just a short scenic drive away.
We enjoy the Southern Adirondacks and have been vacationing in this area since we were children. For a long time, it has been a dream of ours to own a home on a lake and in the mountains. Our hope is to share our good fortune with families like yours, who want to enjoy the fun and excitement of Lake Algonquin and all the magic that this region offers, but then want to retreat to the whispering pines, to reflect on the day, and dream about tomorrow.
Let us be your hosts for your next vacation.
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We ask that you leave the cottage as clean and free of debris and litter, as possible. Accidents can occur, please do your best to clean them up.
Return all moved furniture and items to their original location.
ALL refuse MUST be in a bag before being placed into the garbage receptacle.
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Property # 956214
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
Note from host: Contact us with any questions
This property uses solar energy
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 deadlock
About the area
Wells
Located in Wells, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Oak Mountain Ski Center and Grandview Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Algonquin and Sacandaga River. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
Lake George Steamboat Company - 58 min drive - 94.5 km
Million Dollar Beach - 59 min drive - 94.8 km
Restaurants
Uncle Carl’s Coffee - 4 min drive
Over Rock Cafe - 3 min drive
Alpine Grill - 6 min drive
Lake House Grille - 2 min drive
589 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe on 7 Sept 2026 start from AU$221, 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 Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Friendly Affordable Vacation Home - Fully Equipped, with Kayaks and Canoe located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Algonquin and Sacandaga River. West Branch of the Sacandaga River is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
Reviews
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It was a very relaxing stay, with a lot of natural light, comfy seating/beds, and lots of little details that you don’t always find at a rental (spices, extra kitchen supplies, etc).
We had a great stay at Whispering Pines. Paul and Monica were easy to work with & always available for any questions we had. The cabin is cozy and comfortable, the property is the perfect size and in walking distance to the lake. Unfortunately the weather wasnt on our side during this trip but it makes us want to return in the warmer months! We will be back for sure. Thanks for a relaxing getaway.
The house was very clean, just as described, absolutely lovely. Paul & Monica were extremely accommodating, responsive, and helpful…very enjoyable to book with them, and will definitely do it again!
Super cute cabin with wonderful decor, we celebrated the holidays there and it came with all the festivities including a Christmas tree. Beautiful space with everything you need and a fabulous location. Loved it!
What a beautiful property! I love the location too. We walked along the beach and around the neighborhood while we were there. Having the fire it was enjoyable. Close enough to trails and quaint small town to have lots to do. Uncle Carls Coffee was good also.
The home is as described online. Even when the weather did not cooperate we were able to enjoy our time indoors at Whispering Pines. And when it was nice, we enjoyed getting outside for walks around the lake and on trails in the area.
Possibly the best equipped self-catering accommodation we've stayed in yet. It really felt like the owners used the property themselves, and so didn't short change the quality and quantity of supplies. It was great to have plenty of dishes, cutlery, dishes, bowls, and trays. The accommodation itself was really lovely, clean and up-to-date, and in a nice little spot. The kids loved the firepit and the kayaks. My husband and I enjoyed jogging the 5k, mostly flat, road around the lake (and then enjoying a very brisk, very quick swim in the lake). Lots of hiking nearby, wish we could have stayed longer!
Our family of 4 enjoyed staying at whispering pines while skiing at nearby oak mountain. The cabin was very comfortable, clean, and well stocked. Nice location and cozy/warm on the cold winter nights. We would definitely consider staying here again in any season!
The house was perfect and bigger than we expected. Communication was great and everything was as described. Will definitely consider staying here again!
This was our second time staying and we continue to enjoy this amazing house. It is well appointed and incredibly clean.
Lori A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Monica and Paul Shelmandine
We live in the Schenectady area, in a suburban neighborhood. We have been married for over 25 years, but are still active and "young at heart." We have many children and grandchildren. Our cottage is perfect for our outdoor activities, hiking, kayaking or just a walk around the lake.
Why they chose this property
We have vacationed in the Wells area since we were children and we rented for many years before purchasing in 2011. The Southern Adirondacks have so much to offer, mountains, lake, waterfalls, rivers, quaint villages and unique shops, and quality restaurants. There are also good places to get great ice cream.
What makes this property unique
Even though our cottage is not isolated, it still feels secluded. We also stay at our cottage, so we have outfitted it with the vacationer in mind. We provide many kitchen supplies and cooking items, condiments, spices and plenty of dishes. We have indoor and outdoor games, movies and streaming for rainy days, watercraft to enjoy our beautiful lake, a fire pit for those summer and fall evenings. The cottage is modern while still maintaining a mountain home vibe.