Located in the southern Adirondack Mountain region of upstate New York, Lake George played an essential role in the Indian and French War. It offers natural beauty for its visitors. You can enjoy the clear waters of this mountain-like territory to your heart’s content. Don’t forget to see some excellent historical sites nearby, such as Battlefield Park, Saratoga National Historical Park, and Fort William Henry. You can also enjoy Lake George Million Dollar Beach with its picnic areas and West Mountain Ski Area to have family-friendly fun. Moreover, Lake George offers countless activities such as parasailing, golfing, horseback riding, boating, water sports, amusement and expedition parks, kayaking, and rafting on Hudson River. Families can engage in diverse fun recreations too, such as mini-golf, roller skating, the arcade, go-karts, and Majestic Balloon Flights. Looking for where to stay near the waters? Check out the best cottages near Lake George, New York.
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1. Charlene Cottage (from USD 288)
Hosting two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, this chic lakeside lodge near Lake George is a quaint family- and pet-friendly getaway. Most of its interiors and amenities are bright, cute, and cozy. But don’t be fooled by what’s on the surface. There are plenty of exciting activities that are in store for you at this rental!
If you’re an adventurous person, you’ll be glad to know that the cottage offers several boating and kayaking facilities to get you started. Otherwise, you can simply relax and appreciate the outdoors anywhere on the property, from the boat dock to the hilltop picnic area. The kitchen is ready for use.
2. Classic lakefront pine cottage (from USD 475)
If you don’t want to stay in a hotel near Lake George, opt for this serene lakefront rental that can accommodate 10 guests. You will get to stay in a chic and classic pine cottage, which houses five bedrooms, a kitchen, and other standard household amenities. The guests can be accommodated in the nearby barn as well, which has been refurbished into a cozy guest space that can ideally sleep six adults.
With such a vast property, you can explore all the amazing wonders of the lake, from swimming in the clear waters to trekking in the dense forest!
3. History-rich cottage with easy access to lake
Located in Bolton Landing, New York, this cottage has easy access to Melody Manor. It offers fantastic views, along with paddle-boating and kayaking spots. Situated close to Pinnacle and Rogers Memorial Park Beach, this affordable Lake George vacation rental is also a quick drive to all the restaurants in the hamlet. As a great place for a relaxing stay, this cozy and clean cottage is perfect for three to four persons—and hence suitable for a small family. It comes well-equipped with fast WiFi, a pool, a cable TV, and a fully stocked kitchen.
Bolton Landing, New York, United States
13.63 km (8.5 mi) from Fort William Henry Historical Fortress & MuseumTop guest reviews
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a comfortable cottage in a lovely wooded areathe cottage is very comfortable and has everything you needfully stocked kitchen with nice touches like fresh flowers and welcome beersthe place was gorgeous and cozy with all the amenities needed for a relaxing tripthe house was lovely furniture comfortable and it was easy to stay thereCleanliness:
very clean and very responsiveother than the bugs the place was very cleanit was clean cozy and beautiful inside and outvery clean affordable and a great place for my familythe house was clean and had everything we neededHost:
rose was a great hostrose was an excellent host and her place was awesomerose was a great host and we would love to stay with her againrose is a great host and was very welcomingrose is a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great house in a great locationnice place to stay near lake georgegood location even though not right on the lakeawesome place location was great - close to town but secluded so we had our privacyrose's house near the lake place was perfect for our stay
4. Furnished cottage near the beach (from USD 152)
This cottage is situated in the center of town, but it is serene and private. The place is within walking distance from several of the best attractions in the region. It is located within a quick walk to the beach—just across the street—and suitable for a small family or a couple looking to have quality time together. This Lake George vacation rental offers an ultimate relaxing spot where guests can enjoy two cable TVs, free WiFi, access to the kitchen, and air-conditioning.
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very clean and relaxing tripthe place was nice and clean we absolutely recommend this spotthe kitchen bathroom and all of the rooms were very cleanHost:
overall everything was amazing fern was an excellent host and responded very quickly to our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
it really was an ideal location and overall a perfect stay thanks againperfect for just parking your car and walking to everything
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5. A peaceful retreat within walking distance to the lake (from USD 180)
Situated in the charming hamlet of Bolton Landing on beautiful Lake George, this cottage indeed has an ideal location. It’s just a quick walking distance to the beach, restaurants, shops, and the historic Sagamore hotel. Moreover, horse racing in Saratoga Springs and hiking in Adirondacks are within a short drive. Guests will enjoy a comfortable living room, free WiFi, well-equipped kitchen, heating, air-conditioning, and free parking.
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by the way if air conditioning is called for the hosts have it on for a comfortable arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was ideal - walking distance to the beach and to townwalking distance to a sweet quant town with good restaurants & shoppingwalking distance to a beautiful public beach with the adirondack mountains as the backdropjust a great place to relax
6. A 1916 summer cottage with a private dock (from USD 275)
Located 22 feet (6.7 meters) from the waters of Lake George, this summer cottage offers a private dock with easy access to a swimming area. You can enjoy a canoe, two kayaks, and a rowboat along with diverse equipment for boating and swimming. Experience watching the sunset across the lake from this hundred-year-old camp abandoned on Lake George. This peaceful and private cottage is also suitable for guests who are in need of relaxation. It comes with a well-equipped kitchen, full baths including shower and bathtub, WiFi, and an indoor fireplace.
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the cottage itself is very charming and comfortable
7. Private cottage with amazing sunset views (from USD 267)
Located close to Lake George, less than 40 feet (12.2 meters) from the water’s edge, this Lake George cabin rental offers private access to a pool and incredible views. Some of the perks of this cottage are a rowboat, fire pit, dock, and hearing the waves hit the shore. Hence, it is suitable for families, couples, and explorers who want a fantastic view of the lake and a weekend fishing getaway. Guests will also enjoy catching the sunrise while drinking coffee. The place comes with a flat-screen TV with cable, WiFi, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen with a BBQ grill outside.
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the cottage is exactly like the description and the kitchen is well equippedCleanliness:
the cabin was cozy and very clean and right next to the lake as per the descriptionHost:
angie is an amazing host as wellangie was so friendly and welcoming as soon as i walked in i felt at homeangie was very responsive when we txted for whatever we asked forRead more reviewsLocation:
great location right on waterwould consider this location for a future trip for sureamazing location right on the lakeangie’s place at bay pines is absolutely lovelywe had everything we needed in an extremely comfortable place located right on a beautiful lake
8. Suitable accommodation for a full Adirondack experience (from USD 170)
This is a cozy place to stay near the beautiful waters of Lake George and is suitable for families and explorers. It is a short distance from downtown and Cat and Thomas Mountain Trail. You will have a great time relaxing in this cottage as you breathe in the clean mountain air. This place offers Adirondack activities such as biking, swimming, hiking, boating, campfire, and much more. Hence, you will get the ultimate Adirondack experience here, on top of basic amenities such as a TV, WiFi, a kitchen, and free parking.
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bathroom was nice and big kitchen had good space and all amenities lighting is beautiful in the cabinthe place was immaculate and so comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableawesome cozy clean little hideawayvery clean comfortable exactly as describedcabin was clean quite and very easy to get toosuper clean comfortable and had everything you could want in itHost:
doreen was an amazing hostdoreen is a great hostdoreen was very helpfuldoreen was a very accomodating and kind hostdoreen and her husband were the best hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
a very quiet peaceful location but still so close to everythinggreat location (close to lake george - approxgreat place to stay near lake georgegreat value with private locationwe loved the location isolated and quiet
9. Adirondack cottage perfect for a small group (from USD 225)
Situated 1 mile (1.6 km) from the town of Bolton Landing and the lake, this Adirondack cottage is about 40 minutes to Gore Mountain—for skiing. This well-decorated house has a newly finished basement with a camp-style room, comfortable sitting area, bar, and TV. On the second floor, there are two bedrooms, a bath, and a large deck with a fire pit and gas grill. With lots of beds and space, this place is well-suited for a group of friends and explorers out to have a perfect getaway. This cottage also comes with WiFi, a well-equipped kitchen, a big dining room table, and a hot tub.
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and it was perfect for us there are loads of beds and space so we could spread outthe bathroom situation is awesome for a big group as there are three full bathrooms and one toiletit definitely feels like a cozy cabinCleanliness:
the bathroom down there was very clean and spaciouslots of space that was cleanplace was clean and well equipped for our bbq plans and light cooking in the kitchenHost:
all around great place with a great hostjohn is accommodating and very responsive to inquiriestremendous host very nice home comfortable and cleanjohn was very responsive and very flexible in terms of stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location the home is located on a quiet road near towngreat location for lake george main attraction we went for the winter carnivalif you want a good location this is a great choiceconvenient to the area comfortable easy access many amenities very nice private location at a good valuewe went to john’s place with a group of friends for a getaway
10. Conveniently located cottage with views of the Queen of American Lakes (from USD 275)
This stonewall cottage is a truly magical place located on a peninsula, with Harris Bay on one side and Sandy Bay on the other. It is known as the beautiful cottage on Cleverdale Point with views of the Queen of American Lakes. The property is also situated close to restaurants with lake and mountain views in all directions.
This luxury cabin on Lake George is a short walk to Cleverdale Country Store/Deli and Boats by George—for kayaking, paddle boarding, and boating. The place offers WiFi, a kitchen, a fireplace, a sunroom, beautiful furnishings, and a private backyard with a picnic table and grill.
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the cottage was extremely cozy and perfect for a small groupcute cozy 1 br lake-view cottage in cleverdale nythe queen sized bed in the main bedroom was comfortablei loved the little sun room and the small back yard was pleasantno tv but great wfi i brought my laptop to watch some netflix late at nightCleanliness:
great communication and very cleanit's clean well decorated and beautifuleverything was neat and cleanthe house itself was very clean and had everything that we neededit was comfortable and spotlessly cleanHost:
mary is very responsive with communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
easy check-in and locationcharming cottage great location and comfortable accommodationsgreat location and perfect cottage for summer at the lake it was everything advertised
11. Roomy lake house ideal for bonding with loved ones (from USD 225)
This cottage is just a quick walk away from Silver Bay YMCA that provides a variety of activities for all ages. Lake access and a private dock are the best parts of this place, which also offers an excellent view of Lake George and the Adirondack mountains. This spacious property offers an elegant dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, a stone fireplace, WiFi, multiple dining rooms, and a great outdoor deck with a picnic table suitable for groups and families.
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love it the place is simple clean and quietHost:
he was also very accommodating/flexible of our special requestsshort walk to the lake private dock was great for star gazing host was very responsive and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location easy access to boat rampperfect spot to get away and enjoy peace and quiet
12. A charming hideaway for a family of explorers (from USD 320)
Situated in Kattskill Bay, this cozy and tranquil Lake George cottage rental is just 10 minutes away from the village. It is located close to family-friendly and outdoor activities, and you will love its open living camp overlooking the lake—along with lake access. The property offers a cabin on the east side of Lake George and a hiking trail just a quick walk away. This Lake George cabin comes with WiFi, a kitchen, air-conditioning, a patio, and a deck that allows guests to enjoy swimming.
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the air conditioners in each room kept us cool all weekthis cottage is wonderful and cozydenise made us feel comfortable and filled us in on all the local eateries and entertainmentCleanliness:
it was clean and very cozy with a relaxing and family "home"-y feelthe house was very clean and had more than enough room for our familythe house was very spacious quiet and comfortableHost:
she was a very sweet and gracious host through the entire processdenise was a great host very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great on the water and close to lake george villagegreat location overlooking the lakethe location is perfect to do almost anything around the lake george areadenise tried her best to navigate us to where to parkthe house is cute clean and in such a great location
13. A beautiful lake-view cottage
Located in Chesterton, New York, this cottage rental is situated right in front of Friends Lake. The breathtaking view this location provides and the serene ambiance of the area is perfect for a getaway to rest and relax. Additionally, this cottage is spacious and is perfect for a group of four to five guests. It’s fitted with two bedrooms and a bathroom; it has an indoor fireplace, a kitchen, and parking on the premises. Guests can also connect to WiFi and use a TV for entertainment.
Chestertown, New York, United States
25.6 km (16.0 mi) from Fort William Henry Historical Fortress & MuseumAccommodates: 5
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the hosts thought of the little extras and the space was very clean and well maintainedHost:
the owner is very responsive and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the cabin was nice and close to the beach areaa great place to return to after a long day
14. A quaint cottage near the beach (from USD 152)
If you’re looking for a cottage for two, this quaint cottage in Bolton Landing may be a good place to start. Apart from being steps away from the beach, it’s also conveniently located near many popular attractions in the area. The space itself is simple. It only has one bedroom, with one queen bed and a single bed, and one bathroom. The cottage is air-conditioned, and it has a kitchen that guests are free to use. Parking is also available, so you don’t need to worry if you’re bringing a car with you.
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very clean and relaxing tripthe place was nice and clean we absolutely recommend this spotthe kitchen bathroom and all of the rooms were very cleanHost:
overall everything was amazing fern was an excellent host and responded very quickly to our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
it really was an ideal location and overall a perfect stay thanks againperfect for just parking your car and walking to everything
15. A charming lakeside cottage (from USD 180)
Another Lake George rental you should check out is this charming lakeside cottage that can house up to four guests. It has two bathrooms and two bedrooms with interiors that are rustic in look. The cottage is cosy and is air-conditioned. Guests have access to its kitchen and the free parking on the cottage premises. Free Wifi and access to the TV are also provided here
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by the way if air conditioning is called for the hosts have it on for a comfortable arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was ideal - walking distance to the beach and to townwalking distance to a sweet quant town with good restaurants & shoppingwalking distance to a beautiful public beach with the adirondack mountains as the backdropjust a great place to relax
Have an unforgettable holiday in Lake George
For an unforgettable vacation, have a look at the best places to stay near Lake George that are listed here. Be sure to pick the perfect match for your grand getaway to fully enjoy the area’s natural beauty. Whatever your selection is, you can be sure that there is something for everyone near the pristine waters of Lake George!
Frequently asked questions about the best cottages near Lake George, New York
1. Which cottages near Lake George are pet friendly?
Guests who wish to take their fur babies near Lake George will surely have a fun time staying in Charlene Cottage, this private cottage with amazing sunset views, this accommodation with a full Adirondack experience, or this conveniently located cottage with views of the Queen of American Lakes.
2. Which cottages near Lake George have parking?
Most cottage rentals near Lake George offer free parking slots for guests. These include this furnished cottage near the beach, this peaceful retreat within walking distance to the lake, this 1916 summer cottage with a private dock, and this private cottage with amazing sunset views.
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