If you are looking for a great place to escape the fast pace of the urban life, especially if you are living and working in the ever-busy New York City, then Lake George could be the best place for you to relax. Known as the “Queen of the American Lakes,” this town boasts of its 109 miles (175.4 km) of shoreline and more than 300 islands for you to relax and enjoy. Not only that, but Lake George also has a very rich culture, and there are many outdoor activities and things to do that are worth checking out. There are even great glamping spots available for a more memorable stay. Know the best vacation rentals in Lake George, New York, by reading this article.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on August 24, 2024.
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1. Serene log home at the forest edge (from USD 400)
Utmost relaxation is guaranteed in this 2,500-square feet (232 square metres) Lake George vacation rental with a private pool. It’s located at the edge of the forest of the French Mountain. This three-bedroom log home can accommodate six to eight people, making it perfect for large families or a group of friends. There is also a fully-equipped kitchen, a dishwasher and a washer/dryer for your convenience. You can even swim in their endless heated indoor pool with relaxing jets.
The famous Million Dollar Beach is also near the property. Not only that, you and your family or friends can bond and spend time at the Usher’s Park nearby where you can play various sports together. There are also a lot of restaurants and places for recreation and entertainment near the home.
Top guest reviews
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The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you would need to cookit's right down the roadthe bedrooms are spacious and the cathedral living room gives a nice view of the woods(The private road itself is unpaved and a bit roughThe listing description is accurateCleanliness:
The beds were very comfortable which is not common with vacation rentalsThe home was perfect and clean and had everything we needed for the weekthis property is very clean and very well maintainedThere was enough bedrooms and bathrooms to keep everyone happyHost:
super nice and helpful House was awesomeyet close to all Very quiet Owner was there when neededThe owner as well as the manager were very helpfulthe owner is great and was local and very available for anything we needed Great spot in the country walking distance from the Million Dollar Beachthe property manager provided all of the house info and area info before arrival and came to check to make sure everything was okayRead more reviewsLocation:
The house is on a quiet street and is very peacefulTheir couches are not pull out couchsBut if you just want to take a walkThe beach is a moment's drive from the house (less than 3 minutes) and the walk is under 15 minutes I don't reccomend the walk for elderly or childrenThe grill may need a bit of love but still made good burgers
2. Nice boardwalk cottage amid all action (from USD 358)
If you are looking for a place that is only a short walk away from all of Lake George’s wonders, then this property is the right one for you. Located between Canada Street and the lake, this two-bedroom cottage in the residential area offers serenity to their guests with an amazing view of the lake. The cottage is only a few feet away from the cruises of the Lake George Steamboat Company, the best shops, restaurants, the public beach and the concerts at the Shepard Park. Bringing a boat with you? No problem as there is dock space available for guests.
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The air conditioners cooled the placeWe walked to the park with the dogs and up and down the streetthe inside We parked our car and never needed it againand it was well equipped with everything we neededIt was clean and the beds were comfy except the sofa bed was not as comfy as the regular bedsCleanliness:
Cottage was comfortable for 4 adults and 2 kids Very private in back yard too Well kept and cleanSo the house was exactly as described and perfectly located for our needsIt was spotless and exactly as promotedThe bathrooms were recently updated and clean Bedrooms have very comfortable beds and the air conditioners keep everything comfortableHost:
The owner was great to work withthe outdoor area was niceTerri was quick to respond and very helpfulWe learned so much about the area (all First impression was that the cottage is so well maintained and so cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
The Boardwalk Cottage really has itWe walked everywhere-shopping restaurantsThe location is another plus Right within walking distance to the beach (307 "little" steps according to my daughter)We were in the area for a wedding and absolutely loved the house and the location 3 coffee shops within 5 minute walk close to parkCottage was in a perfect location
3. Remodelled cottage near Million Dollar Beach (from USD 170)
Known as the Adirondack Nest, this newly renovated cottage that is located just a half-mile (0.8 km) away from the Million Dollar Beach, is a great place for families to stay. While there are also other amazing Lake George cottages to choose from, this one is so close to the lake that you can even hear the music from the Minnie Ha Ha steamboat as it sails by! Aside from the lake, the cottage is also a short walk away from Usher’s Park. Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark is also a few miles away. The cottage has three bedrooms, each of them has a queen-sized bed, and can comfortably sleep up to eight people. There is a large cable TV, and an internet connection for your entertainment. Cooking is also not a problem since it has a fully-equipped kitchen. And for some lazy moments, there is an enclosed front porch that is perfect for your morning coffee and for playing board games.
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thankfully she did keep a fan in each room so we could push the air backcottage is cozy but fits 6 comfortablythe cabin allowed for our family of 5 to have a comfortable and cozy vacationso thoughtful the beds were made up with plenty of comfy blankets and pillowsCleanliness:
very clean and well equippedwe loved this property it was clean cozy and very well stockedshe was very easy to get into contact with and the house was very clean and up keptthe cabin is beautiful and clean and the owner was very accomodatingits cozy clean and comfortable with a great backyard and deckHost:
jacki was very responsive and welcomingoverall we enjoyed our stay and jacki was very accommodating:)owners will be super responsive for anything you needcomfy sitting rooms and had just about everything we needed jackie was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location to the village lake and park were perfect for our familywe took nice walks to the villageusher delong park is a great park for young kids with a playground small beach and tennis courtswe were three adults with two small children and we felt so at home location is great
4. Elegant renovated townhouse (from USD 262)
Enjoy elegant living in Upstate New York by staying in this newly-renovated four-bedroom townhouse in Lake George. The property offers up to 2,400 square feet (223 square metres) worth of living space and accommodates for up to 12 people. Be amazed of Lake George’s amazing views as you sip cocktails and do some barbecuing outside your private balcony after you discover more of this quaint town. The four bedrooms feature a king bed, two queen-sized beds and two regular beds, with Serta Beautyrest mattresses on them for the best sleep. Be entertained with its 55-inch flat-screen TV and cook all you want in its fully equipped kitchen.
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Everything was as the listing statedEverything we needed was here plenty of room to spread out for quiet time or gatherThe unit is three levels and plenty of rooms to move around Modern amenitiesThe layout of this town home is great - very open and brightWe loved the fact that everything was labeled - instructions for internet tv and all light switches identified - made everything so easyCleanliness:
We loved the house which was very clean and amenitiesBathrooms were cleaned and stock with towels bar of soap and shampoo with conditionerHost:
The owner was very responsive to my concerns and really love his unitClean well stocked rental condo for our family vacationWe had an issue and the property owner immediately responded and took care if it great serviceThe owners left crayons construction paper and game boards for the kidsThe owner told me he had no control of the timing of the washing because he was not even notified but the guy on the deck should have knocked to let us knowRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is within walking distance of the beachAlso sleds were left in the garageIt was in excellent condition and in a very convenient areaThere is a garage to store items in andThe following day early in the morning we were awaken by lots of noises
5. Quiet home in historic Lake George (from USD 350)
This four-bedroom modern and quiet home is strategically located at the centre of the historic Lake George Village, giving you the convenience of being at the centre of everything without sacrificing privacy and serenity all throughout your stay. It is only a short walk away from Lake George’s best beaches, marinas, restaurants and historic attractions. The home also offers stunning views of the mountains and the lake. It can conveniently accommodate up to nine people at the same time. You’ll also love the features of this house. It has a fully equipped kitchen complete with granite counter tops and stainless appliances. Entertainment is also not an issue as the home is also equipped with wireless internet and flat-screen TVs with cable TV and DVD players.
Top guest reviews
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Also the basement bedroom could be sometimes cold at night even with the air conditioning turned off OverallIt is large and in excellent pristine condition with modern appliancesIt was clean and comfortable - just like home with plenty of room for our large extended familyWe had 6 adults and two children and there was plenty of space not to feel as though we were living on top of one anotherAmenities were great and I even felt as though the space was bigger in real life than it looked in the picturesCleanliness:
The house was very clean comfortable and in a very good conditionThis property is fairely new and was in excellent condition and cleanthe house was beautiful and so clean- we were told it was "bar food" and thought that might not be the best place to bring the kids but when we went it was actually the best meal out we had of our whole tripIt was roomy and cleanHost:
The property manager met with us when we arrived and showed us around Not to mentionThis rental is beautiful warm and homey everythingSome extra eating utensils might be helpful too when hosting a large familyThe only suggestion I would make is to have more kitchen utensils Making breakfast every morning without a simple wooden spoonI would agree with the previous comment that additional kitchen and eating utensils would be helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
Great location - 10 minute walk to Millionit is in a very convenient locationWe walked to the beach and downtown restaurants and shopsGreat location to easily walk to million dollar beach open floor plan to cook and socialize Close to village restaurantsWe were able to walk to a local restaurant and the beach
6. Quiet home in Lake George woods (from USD 392)
Whether you’re at Lake George as a tourist or just at the town to explore even outside of it, this serene vacation rental in Lake George within a wooded environment is a great option for you. It features two bedrooms that can comfortably accommodate up to four people. It is also near to some of the best attractions in the area such as the Great Escape Amusement Park, Bolton Landing, Saratoga Performing Arts Center and the Saratoga Race Track.
Top guest reviews
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a/c worked great on those hot daysthis made it very relaxing and comfortable especially with the air conditioningdid not test the a/c as it was cool while we were therekitchen well stocked with cooking equip if you want to cook and a keurigthe kitchen is amazing and fully equipped we cooked in the whole time we were thereCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableincredibly clean and well keptbeautiful home - clean and convenientthe place was very cleanhouse was clean and invitingHost:
she was very responsive with questionsshe was very helpful and attentive to all of our questions and needsshauna was a wonderful hostshauna is an amazing hostshauna was an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great house close to lake george villagegreat location near canada streetgreat location i a quiet neighborhood but still in walking distance to downtown lake georgethe location was right in the middle of all the major attractionsit is in a great location for a trip to lake george
7. Relaxing townhome by the sands (from USD 220)
You can choose to stay in a lakefront cabin or stay here. Strategically located on Lake George’s southeastern corner just across the lake from the village, this two-bedroom townhome is a great place for you to stay. It features a fully equipped kitchen, two full baths, a dining and a living room, centralized air conditioning and washing/drying facilities.
This townhome is near everything. In fact, it is just a short walk away to all of Lake George’s attractions. This is for you to enjoy more of the town without dealing with traffic.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
house was clean and brightgreat place clean perfect for a familyclean comfortable simple convenient and cuteit was clean as a whistle when we took possessionhome was clean comfortable and the location is greatHost:
the owners are very nice and well organizedthanks to the owner of this property my vacation was a successowners are very accommodating and a pleasure to rent fromthe homeowners were cooperative kind fair and honest; the communication was topnotchRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect (just far enough away from busy yet close enough )great location very clean walk to beach and townlocation was the best and the owners were great i would definitely recommend this house to anyone
8. Charming home in the middle of Lake George
Owned by The Heritage of Lake George, this stunning two-bedroom unit is a great place for you to stay. It has a kitchen, full bath, a beautiful front yard and a backyard with a picnic table and a barbecue grill. The first bedroom features a queen-sized bed and a full-sized bed while the second one has a full-sized bed and a pull-out couch in its sitting room. Like the other hotels in the area, there is also a pool that guests can enjoy during their stay.
Lake George, New York, United States
Top guest reviews
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no iron or ironing boardthe house is cozy ( the private heated pool was a great bonus!)we had 4 adults and 2 young childrenit was very clean and it was nice to have the motel amenities right next doorRead more reviewsLocation:
close walking distance to the villageperfect location to downtownopportunities: no gas grill, just charcoal
9. Cozy one-bedroom home
Are you travelling alone? Or are you travelling as a couple? Well, this one-bedroom home with a gourmet kitchen is the perfect place for you to stay while in Lake George. It is located one block away from Shepard Park. Get to enjoy Lake George’s culinary and shopping destinations as its best restaurants and shops are also within your reach.
Lake George, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the kids slept well on he couch bed and enjoyed the dvdsthe place is as promised with a queen bed and a pull-out couchit was the right amount of space for two of us with a comfortable bed and great showerclean comfortable and more than enough room for our family (2adults 2kids ages 12&9)it is a one bedroom apartment but the pictures don’t do it justiceCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and nicely furnishedit was very clean and nicely decoratedthe place was clean and comfortablethe place was clean and well maintainedthe rental was great clean and modernHost:
john was a great hostjohn was a fantastic hostjohn was a great host thank youhost was super attentive to our needsjohn was such a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectthe location was perfect everything was walking distancethe location was wonderfulgreat location and beautiful homewalking distance to town which we really enjoyed
10. Quaint two-bedroom apartment
Located on the lower apartment of Motel Montreal, this two-bedroom apartment offers convenience to every tourist because of its proximity to Lake George’s best beaches, restaurants, parks and many more attractions. Aside from the two bedrooms, the unit also features a very spacious living room, a private balcony with views of the lake, and a full kitchen complete with refrigerator, microwave, oven, coffee maker and a burner stove.
Lake George, New York, United StatesTop guest reviews
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there were plenty of air conditioners to keep the apartment cool during hot daysthe space is comfortable and open it appears just as in photosCleanliness:
the apartment is clean and well equippedthe bedding was clean and fresh the bathroom is good sized and cleanthe place was also super clean which was greatthe upper apartment was very cleansuch a nice relaxing place to get away with the girls house was extremely clean cozy and quietRead more reviewsLocation:
good location in a motelgreat location very easy to walk to everything in the village and the beachour family enjoyed the comfort of the spacious apartment and it’s close proximity to the lake and villagerobert’s place at the montreal motel was a great findconvenient location and nice heated pool
Serenity and history in Lake George
Lake George indeed is a great place to visit if you’re looking for somewhere that has a perfect mix of history and nature. Its hiking and trekking spots are a must-visit for nature enthusiasts. Lake George also offers plenty of amazing Airbnbs with pool. This quaint town is indeed great for the busy people of Albany, Boston and New York. Make sure to book a couple of nights at these great vacation rentals the next time you visit this town.
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