NEW LISTING- PRIVATE WATERFRONT CABIN"WATER'S EDGE COTTAGE"

3 BR, 1.5 BA, Maximum Occupancy: 6
Minerva, NY 12851
Essex County
Gore Mountain and Schroon Lake Region Vacation Rentals — LISTING ID: VR13084

Last Minute Special

Available from Jul 12, 2025 to Jul 19, 2025
Special Rate Being Offered: 20% rate reduction for this week ($2,240 for whole week, $360 per night for minimum 3-night stays)
Additional Information:
Your get away awaits!

Water's Edge Cottage
Water's Edge Cottage
Private swimming raft, view from property
Private swimming raft, view from property
Private dock, view from property
Private dock, view from property
Main cottage
Main cottage
Bedroom #1
Bedroom #1
Bedroom #2
Bedroom #2
Bedroom #3, Master
Bedroom #3, Master
Great Room
Great Room
Full bathroom, with tub and shower
Full bathroom, with tub and shower
Upstairs bathroom, 1/2 bath
Upstairs bathroom, 1/2 bath
Kitchen with a view
Kitchen with a view
View of lake from Great Room
View of lake from Great Room
Separate cabin for game play or solitude
Separate cabin for game play or solitude
Fireplace in Great Room
Fireplace in Great Room
Balfour Lake in Autumn, with High Peaks to the north
Balfour Lake in Autumn, with High Peaks to the north

This seasonal rustic cabin is located just 30 feet from the tranquil and clear waters of beautiful Balfour Lake in the heart of the Adirondacks, 15 miles due south of Mount Marcy. Wake up to the call of loons, sip coffee on the porch overlooking the lake and stunning views of the pristine and "forever wild" Vanderwacker Wilderness Area. Ideal for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, trout fishing, and nearby world-class hiking. Spend evenings by the firepit, stargazing under the open sky. It is a true … Adirondack experience!

This cabin sleeps up to 6 guests comfortably and is furnished with rustic charm. With warm wood finishes, it includes a great room with fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen (minus dishwasher), three bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, loft, porches, and small separate waterfront cabin for game play or solitude.

It has a private dock and swim raft, and over 120 feet of lake frontage. Kayaks and canoes are provided. And guests may bring their own small, non-powered watercraft (must be able to be carried).

Things to know about our cabin:
Our rustic cabin is seasonal, meaning it can be rented in Summer and early Fall.
It does not include conventional heating and cooling systems or laundry facilities. A magnificent stone fireplace and also electric space heaters can provide heat on a cool Adirondack night if needed, and second floor ceiling fans as well as portable fans are included. A laundromat and local conveniences are just a short drive away. The cabin is equipped high-speed internet and WiFi which works well both inside and outside. House water is drawn from the lake, so separate potable water for drinking and cooking is provided.
Lastly the natural terrain of this property and sloped approach to the cabin may not be accessible for some physically-challenged guests.

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Owner's Contact Information

(518) 763-2113 OR (518) 478-3808
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Rates

Water's Edge Cottage is available July 12 through early October for weekly rentals which run Saturday to Saturday. Longer rental periods are available, and shorter stays of 3 days minimum will be considered.

50% of the rental amount is due with return of signed rental agreement. The remaining 50% plus security deposit is due 14 days prior to your arrival (time frames are flexible if it is a last-minute reservation). Cash or check is preferred method of payment. Venmo is also available.

Rates include Essex County occupancy tax.

Weekly Rates. NOTE PREFERENCE TO WEEKLY RENTALS (Sat to Sat):
-- $2,800 per week ($400 per night)

For rentals less than one week, a three-night minimum rental is required
-- $450 per night

Check-in time is 3:00 pm; Check-out time us 11:00 am

Cancellation Policy: If the reservation is canceled within 2 (two) weeks of the start of your rental period, the owners reserve the right to retain some or all of the initial 50% rental payment, and may depend on whether the property can still be rented for the same period.
Listing ID: VR13084
Property Address: Minerva, NY 12851 - ADDRESS MAP
(Always verify accuracy of Address Map with owner.)
Region: Gore Mountain and Schroon Lake Region
Bedrooms: 3
Bed Sizes: 1 Queen, 1 Full, 3 Twin,
Bathrooms: 1.5
Max Occupancy: 6
Pet Policy: We love animals but do not allow them at this time.
Smoking Policy: This is a strictly non-smoking property. No smoking or vaping is allowed inside, or on the property.
Cleaning Policy: Before you leave- Light Cleaning Expectations.
A full cleaning is done by the Owners after each stay, but we kindly ask you take care of a few items before checking out, such as removing all personal belongings and placing trash in provided outdoor bins, washing of dishes, sweeping, stripping bed linens, leaving outdoor areas free of litter, and returning boats and accessories to their original locations.
A printed checklist is provided at the property.
Linen Policy: Sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels are provided for guest use.
Guests should bring their own beach towels.
Security Deposit Information: A $300 security deposit is required and is returned within two weeks of departure.

Amenities

  • 100% Smoke Free (no indoor smoking ever by owners or renters)
  • Adirondack Chairs
  • Antique Furnishings
  • Beach, Private
  • Book Collection, Adirondack Related
  • Book Collection, General
  • Breakfast Room
  • Canoe
  • Coffee Maker
  • Deck
  • Dock
  • Dryer
  • Fan (ceiling)
  • Fan (portable)
  • Fire Pit
  • Fireplace (wood burning)
  • Fishing Equipment
  • Games and/or Puzzles
  • Grill (gas)
  • Hammock
  • High Speed Internet - Wireless
  • Kayak
  • Kitchenware (dishes, pots, utensils, etc.)
  • Lakefront
  • Life Vests
  • Linens Included (no extra fee)
  • Long Term/Seasonal Rentals Available
  • Microwave
  • Picnic Table, Outdoor
  • Porch (no screen)
  • Private
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator/Freezer (full size)
  • Rowboat
  • Rustic Furnishings
  • Scenic View from Inside House
  • Scenic View from Outside House
  • separate waterfront cabin for playing games
  • Stove/Oven
  • Swim Platform
  • Swimming
  • Toaster
  • Tourist Information Folder

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Activities On Site

  • Boating
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Lake
  • Private Beach

Activities 1-15 Minutes

  • ATM (Cash) Machine
  • Bar/Tavern/Brew Pub
  • Canoe/Kayak Rentals
  • Gas Station
  • Grocery Store - Small
  • Hiking Trail(s)
  • Historic Site
  • Playground
  • Public Beach
  • River
  • Tennis
  • Walking Path

Activities 16-30 Minutes

  • Airplane Tour
  • Antique Shopping
  • Bank
  • Basketball Court
  • Caves
  • Church
  • Golf Course
  • Grocery Store - Large
  • Laundromat
  • Library
  • Live Entertainment
  • Museum
  • Restaurant
  • Scenic Ski Lift or Gondola Ride

Activities 31-60 Minutes

  • Amusement Park
  • Arcade
  • Boat Tour
  • Hospital
  • Marina
  • Miniature Golf
  • Urgent or Emergency Care Center
  • Water Park

Meet the Owner(s)

About Us: The owners are an architect from Albany and an elementary school teacher from Montreal who met in the middle, were married, and over a few years designed and built their vision of a dream waterfront Adirondack retreat for their family of four.

Why we think you will enjoy staying in Minerva: Hiking trails, access to the majestic High Peaks for the 46'ers, Vanderwacker Mountain fire tower with some of the very best views of the High Peaks, the Towns of North Creek, Schroon Lake, Pottersville and Minerva which offer shopping, restaurants, museums and lots of other stuff- How about a horse drawn carriage ride to historic Great Camp Santanoni? Swimming in the unspoiled Hudson River under towering cliffs at Blue Ledges? Natural Stone Bridge and Caves? And this is just a partial list!

Why our property is special: Balfour Lake is so idyllic it made the cover of the prestigious Adirondack Life Calendar in 2019. The Lake is stocked with brown and rainbow trout, and borders uninhabited and primitive forest. It is a birder's paradise with owls, osprey, bald eagles, loons, songbirds, woodpeckers and hummingbirds. We are so fortunate to have this perfect setting to build our dream of a quiet lakefront cabin which is designed and furnished to honor the historic architecture of the rustic Adirondack style.

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