Cozy Cottage Retreat on Lake Moraine, Hamilton, NY

Private tiny cottage retreat on the lake! This property is right out of the pages of a Field & Stream magazine 🛶 🦌 🎣 This tiny home sits on five private acres right on the water where fishing, kayaking, and paddle boarding is right out your doorsteps! The home has an efficiency kitchen with everything you need. The open floor plan offers a cozy sitting area, a private bedroom and bathroom, as well as a beautiful deck overlooking the lake. A perfect retreat for those looking to get away from it all and relax in nature's paradise with lots of outdoor adventures or a romantic getaway. There are plenty of things to do and explore on this unique property. Wake up to coffee on the deck overlooking the lake and fall asleep to the tranquil sounds of nature. *Four wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended. This is a rural setting and we do get snow in the winter a muddy conditions in the spring & fall. Yard, creek, dock/ board walks, and of course the Lake! Available for questions through message, text, or phone. Hamilton is a beautiful college town that has unique artisan bakeries, cafes, brewery, and shops. Lots of restaurants that are top-notch and a wonderful farmer's market on Saturdays in the village. Home to Colgate University and much more. Come explore this amazing little town but know that just a short drive away is your private retreat. Car, bike, walk, run Thanks for adhering to the below rules as this will ensure a great experience and reviews for all guests. We are pet friendly however we require a $50/ pet fee. Please also keep your dogs on leashes and pick up after them. Absolutely no dogs on the furniture or beds. We are open to early check in, if we can accommodate with scheduling. However, we will be charging an extra $35 per hour you check in early due to the additional costs on our end. There is no guarantee that we can have an early check in, but we will try our best. No smoking on property of any kind- we will keep your security deposit if we find you were smoking! Please no food or beverages in the bedroom at any time. Please remove shoes when in the house at all times. Please be advised that this is Central New York, weather is unpredictable and while we do provide a plowed driveway, there is a possibility of additional snow during your stay. We have a shovel available for those situations. The driveway and steps can be icy during unexpected storms so use caution. Please be patient with our plow service. The company comes when we have snow fall. The driveway is long and can be difficult to navigate if not plowed fully. So wait for the plowing to be completed before trying to leave. Check out days it will always be done by 11 am. Check Out Procedures: Please turn down heat before you leave. Room Work- Please strip sheets and place on the bed. Kitchen- Please wash all dishes, pots, and pans as well as put them away. Please empty the kitchen sink of all food scraps. Empty food from refrigerator, wipe away spills, and wipe down stove top. All garbage must be in garbage bags and placed in the trash bin. We do appreciate this! Sweep and mop any evidence of spills and extraordinary material anywhere in home. Bathroom- Please place all used towels on the floor. Empty trash and dispose of partially used soaps in the shower. Lake Rules- Swim at your own risk. Use caution walking on dock/ boardwalk. No running on dock. Please clean up down at the lake. You may have use of the kayaks and paddle board but please be use with care. There are life jackets available. After use please put them back where you found them. Remove all garbage and recycling bottles and cans as well. Place in the outside garbage can by the steps. Thank you…we very much appreciate your adherence to our rules and procedures!