Historic Waterfront Mansion

6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14372 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Water view

Check out the area

Cape Vincent, NY

Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)26 min drive
Queen's University66 min drive
Fort Henry84 min drive
Kingston Waterfront88 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Chopin

1 King Bed

Elizabeth

1 Double Bed

Giard

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Madeline

1 Double Bed

Marianne

1 Queen Bed

Peugnet

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Chopin

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Giard

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Half 1

Toilet

Hall

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Maple Grove is a majestic Greek Revival home located on 7 acres of beautifully landscaped property with 700 feet of waterfront on the St. Lawrence River.The home is located in the Broadway Historic District which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It is in the village of Cape Vincent, gateway to the Thousand Islands area of upstate New York. Built in 1838 by Theophilus Peugnet, a distinguished officer in Napoleon's Army, this spacious home (over 4000 square feet) will accommodate a maximum of 14 guests, including children, in 6 bedrooms. (Please see separate carriage house also available on property, No. 3480374)

The expansive lawn area on the grounds can be tented for large functions such as weddings, receptions, musical concerts, and parties.

Maple Grove is the ideal location for exploring both the Canadian and U.S. sides of the famous Thousand Islands Region. Guests may enjoy swimming, sailing, boating, kayaking, bicycling, snorkeling, scuba diving, strolling in our beautiful gardens, walking to nearby Tibbitts Light House, or sitting on the front porch watching the ocean going ships as they pass to and from the Great Lakes.

No-cost 48 hour boat tie up may be available at the village dock and the dock at the State Department of Environmental Conservation Research Station. There is a public boat launch ramp in the village.

The vehicle ferry to Kingston, Ontario leaves from Cape Vincent. Boat tours of the islands and castles are available from nearby Clayton, Alexandria Bay, and Gananoque, Ontario. Cape Vincent is home to the annual French Festival. Maple Grove is the home of the annual Thousand Islands International Piano Competition for Young People.

Maple Grove is located on the mainland. It is not on an island. You will not need a boat as you would for almost all of the islands. You will not have to deal with the weather and logistics problems of being on an island.

Property manager

Bruce or Lynn Taylor

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

There is an event fee for more than 25 people.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

An event fee and separate agreement are required for weddings with up to 150 guests held outside on the lawn surrounding the Maple Grove House.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35

Note from host: There is an event fee for more than 25 people.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape Vincent

Located in Cape Vincent, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kingston Penitentiary, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Ontario and Kingston Waterfront. Marine Museum of the Great Lakes and International Hockey Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cape Vincent, NY

What's nearby

Queen's University - 66 min drive
Leon's Centre - 83 min drive
Fort Henry - 84 min drive
Kingston Penitentiary - 86 min drive
Kingston Waterfront - 88 min drive

Getting around

Kingston Station - 84 min drive
Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

Cape Vincent Brewing Company - 9 min walk
The Coal Docks Restaurant and Bar - 14 min walk
Snug Harbor Bar & Restaurant - 7 min drive
Captain Jack's - 9 min walk
Taste Of Design - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Waterfront Mansion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Waterfront Mansion?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Waterfront Mansion?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Waterfront Mansion located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Ontario and Cape Vincent Community Library. Cape Vincent Historical Museum and Cape Vincent Village Green are also within 15 minutes.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

25 July 2023

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

Beautiful historic property on the river

Our family spends one week each year at a different location. Maple Grove was the perfect place for us to relax and watch the freighters. The location was perfect- we were able to walk to and from the French Festival in Cape Vincent.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

21 Aug 2022

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

Excellent stay.

Our stay at Maple Grove was excellent. It has been several years since I have had the opportunity to stay in Cape Vincent and the house made it more like coming home rather than just a stay. The house is beautiful, well-kept, and comfortable with plenty of room for the eight of us that stayed. We will defiantly book again for next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

18 July 2022

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

Beautiful location for our family reunion

Maple Grove is a beautiful home full of history, art, books and music! The property manager, Liz, is welcoming and very knowledgeable about the house and the surrounding area. And after check in, she was quick to respond to texts. We were not wanting for space and it had everything we needed, including toiletries, laundry detergent, etc. It is an old home, so it has it's quirks like steep stairs and wonky doors, but nothing off-putting and that's part of its historical charm. Regardless, it's a comfortable home and it It's conveniently located to all the Thousand Islands have to offer, but the best part is just rocking on the front porch, watching the ships go by and the kids play in the front yard. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy R.

1 June 2022

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

The Maple Grove Experience

Lovely home located on the St. Lawrence River; great space to enjoy family, great location to downtown, the river, the lighthouse, Canada.....

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne C., Livonia NY 🇺🇸

16 May 2022

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

Staff River Retreat

Awesome property for a 9 person staff training retreat…plenty of beautiful space to feel comfortable in while learning and laughing . The staff felt so special and valued to be able to stay in this gorgeous well appointed place. Everything we needed was there! ( would love an electric tea kettle for us tea drinkers) …truly a Mansion!💕

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Bruce or Lynn Taylor

Bruce and Lynn Taylor
Bruce's mother was a 4th generation Clayton resident. His family spent summers in the area. Bruce & Lynn have a cottage on Grindstone Island.

Why they chose this property

Gorgeous unique 1838 Greek Revival home in historic Cape Vincent in a pristine waterfront location.

What makes this property unique

This exquisitely beautiful property is unique in the Thousand Islands. Maple Grove is located on the mainland. It is not on an island. You will not need a boat as you would for almost all of the islands. You will not have to deal with the weather and logistics problems of being on an island.

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