Located in Averill Park, this cottage is on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Berkshire Retreat Center and Pineridge Cross Country Ski Center. .This cottage is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from MVP Arena.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - 22 min drive - 19.0 km
Albany Medical Center - 23 min drive - 23.0 km
Getting around
Albany-Rensselaer Station - 19 min drive
Albany Intl. Airport (ALB) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 7 min drive
Kay's Famous Pizza - 3 min drive
Hometown Diner - 7 min drive
Tighe's Bistro Americain - 4 min drive
June Farms - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy cottage with pool, walking distance to lake
Cozy cottage with pool, fire-pit, and a short walk to the lake. Enjoy a relaxing stay at our home exploring the lake and local eateries, or a fun family getaway at the pool. Just a short drive to your winter fun at Jiminy Peak for skiing, or Saratoga during track Season. Minutes to the Crooked Lake House for your wedding stays. Don't forget your four legged family members, while you're snowshoeing, or swimming at the lake. With WIFI and A/C you can tele-work, while sitting pool side this summer.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Stephen C
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a lake
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Cozy cottage with pool, walking distance to lake Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Judy C.
12 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring break 2025
The house was very convenient to anywhere we wanted to go. We even had 5 deer welcome us the first night. House was very comfortable and we loved it.
Judy C.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom C.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Weekend Stay
We spent the weekend for a nearby wedding. Great area. The house was clean and had everything you would want. Good communication with the host. Thanks!
Tom C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Samantha P., Highland, NY
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Our Second Time Here
This was our second year in a row here! We already booked for next summer!
Peaceful and calm. The pool is fantastic.
Samantha P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John M.
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Happy with this property
Very clean property with nice amenities near beautiful lake. Beds were comfortable owner very helpful with anything you might need
John M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
16 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a great time staying at this house! As a parents with twin 2 year olds we loved that the host had several toddler plates, bowls & utensils, high chair and a pack and play! We would be glad to stay again for our next visit to see family!
Susan G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samantha P., Highland, NY
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Weekend Getaway
My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this wonderful house with pool! The pool was very large and was refreshing on a hot summer day. The homeowner provided beach towels and floats which was great. There is a large umbrella and chaise lounges poolside. Everything was so well maintained - lots of pretty flowers.
One day during our stay it had rained so we chilled out in a large living room with comfy couches and a nice TV. It was very peaceful there and we were able to enjoy time away from the hustle & bustle of life!
The bedrooms were super comfortable - equipped with a ceiling fan and A/C.
The shower was large and they provided shampoo & body wash - very nice touch.
We were so happy to be able to spend time here, and are looking forward to our weekend getaway next year!
Thank you, Stephen! 5 Stars!!!!!
Samantha P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
walter m.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Enjoyable Averill Park Cottage by Sand Lake
Our week at the house was great fun and pleasure-filled. Between the spacious den and kitchen/dining room, there are pretty much all the comforts of home. The bedrooms are small, but comfortable and each has its own AC. The landscaping, flora and fauna (2 beautiful white-tailed deer) are delightful. The lake is lovely and readily accessible for kayaking. But, best of all, the pool makes for invigorating swims and cozy book reading/internet browsing.
The owner, Stephen C.,, is very communicative and accommodating. Just the kind of owner you hope to work with. He lives nearby, so if you ever need him for whatever reason, he's prompt and 100% reliable.
walter m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim W.
5 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sept 21-24
Hospitable
Jim W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
31 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful area
This place was perfect for what we needed, short walk to the lake with a lot of fishing spots, the area couldn’t be more tranquil! The house is gorgeous and the back yard with all the wildlife was breathtaking. I’d definitely book this again
Ryan S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mira O., Bayside, NY
28 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway!
This vacation rental was amazing choice for our family vacation! The house was very clean & well kept! We loved the nice pool & that everyroom had AC that you can adjust to your needs. Almost everything you need was there for you already. We brought grind coffee but they had Keurig machine & coffee pods. It ran out quickly but we got more since supermarket is only 8 min away. Also the host, Stephen was very quick at responding when you need something. We really enjoyed the stay!
It would be nice if Stephen can stock up one larger frying pan & straight edge knife for cooking for future guests.
Mira O.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bradley D.
28 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Quite and senior area
The house is well kept. The yard and pool are perfect way to spend an afternoon. There was lots of wildlife in the area including a beautiful family of deers with little ones right on the edge of the back yard.. Great stay
Bradley D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
James C.
19 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little family get away
We absolutely LOVED everything about this property !! everything was brand new and clean. nice pool and fire pit.
Cannot forget to mention great host "Stephen" Thank you !
James C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jacque G.
4 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
The pictures do not do this property justice. We were very impressed with the details of the host . The home is very inviting and beautiful , we truly felt at home. From a very sweet welcome sign to having everything you can imagine available in the home for it’s guests and pets. Loved exploring the beautiful town and it’s local farms. I would definitely rent again . As my four year old said “I want to stay here for a million hours!” 🤣🤣
Jacque G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alia R.
6 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint home
We had a great stay at Stephen’s rental. Very clean and spacious. Was great for our family. It was great we were able to bring our dog.