View from upper deck
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View from upper deck
View of house from boat on lake
Living room with large window with lake view
Dining room with lake view
Upper deck with gas grill, winter scene
Master bath Jacuzzi
Master king size bed
Master bedroom with wide lake view
Second bedroom with queen bed and lake view
Third bedroom on first floor near front entrance/ twin beds
Kitchen sink with lake view through dining room
Fully equipped kitchen
Kitchen with view to front lawn and driveway from road entrance
Finished basement/TV room/extra twin beds/treadmill/extra fridge
Finished basement twin beds
Front entrance driveway
Privately gated entrance
Upper and lower deck with hammock (winter view)
Another great view from upper deck where umbrella table sits
Door to upper deck/lakeview
View from kayak (included)
Intimate informal wedding setting
4th large bedroom with lakeview
4th large bedroom with lakeview
- Bedrooms4
- Sleeps12
- 3 Bathrooms,
- 1 Half Bath
Minimum Stay
2 nights
10 Reviews of Property 391612 in Swan Lake, New York
Beautiful Full-Size Private Lakefront Gated Home with dock / boats
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Beautiful Full-Size Private Lakefront Gated Home with dock / boats
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391612
+1 845-343-5179
Swan Lake
Catskills
Beautiful Home!!
Submitted: September 20, 2012
Stayed: August 2012
Beautiful home!! The house and grounds are in very good condition. All amenties as described. Lake is great for fishing and boating but the water is unswimmable. Great chance to view several bald eagles up close. Very exciting!! Local area is quiet and uninteresting. Beautiful, scenic, and quiet vacation spot.
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Swan Lake
Catskills
beautiful lakehouse
Submitted: September 18, 2012
Stayed: August 2012
We rented this beautiful home for our family reunion for five nights. The pictures posted do not do it justice. The view is breathtaking and we could only imagine how magnificent it is in autumn when the foliage is at its peak. The house was clean and fully stocked. The huge room above the garage was a real bonus and perfect for all the cousins to be together. We had a great time with all the boats and lake toys that are provided. The lake was much bigger than we thought it would be and so peaceful and serene. We had fun fishing and kayaking but it is not for swimming. A few went golfing at swan lake golf course and said the course was great and had a nice bar with friendly owners. We would absolutely recommend this family -friendly home as a "get away from it all" vacation!
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Swan Lake
Catskills
Catskills Weekend
Submitted: August 20, 2012
Stayed: August 2012
Myself and 9 other friends were looking for a fun weekend away from NYC and stumbled upon this house and fell in love. The house was just as described, super clean and very well equipped. As there were 10 of us, there was plenty of room and we could have definitely slept a few more and still have been comfortable.
We were able to use the grills and cook some amazing meals and all have dinners together. During the day everyone took out the kayaks and canoes and just enjoyed the lake. While the bottom was a bit slimey, it's a lake - what do you expect! Just be sure to bring some water shoes. At night we made a fire in the fire pit down by the lake and roasted marshmallows.
The views from all rooms in the house are stunning and it was just so peaceful to be out there.
The only true complaint was that we wished that we were there for longer!
We were able to use the grills and cook some amazing meals and all have dinners together. During the day everyone took out the kayaks and canoes and just enjoyed the lake. While the bottom was a bit slimey, it's a lake - what do you expect! Just be sure to bring some water shoes. At night we made a fire in the fire pit down by the lake and roasted marshmallows.
The views from all rooms in the house are stunning and it was just so peaceful to be out there.
The only true complaint was that we wished that we were there for longer!
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Swan Lake
Catskills
Great Home!
Submitted: August 16, 2012
Stayed: August 2012
My family had a fabulous week here in August, 2012. We enjoyed the house and grounds: the kayaks, canoe, rowboat, and fire pit. The house was just as described-- clean, roomy, well stocked and well maintained. The owner was available to answer any questions we had. We would love to return in the future!
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Swan Lake
Catskills
Great House & Owner -- Bad Lake
Great House & Owner -- Bad Lake
Submitted: July 30, 2012
Stayed: July 2012
Mike was very pleasant and easy-going (which was great because we brought little kids into his house), and the house was beautiful and easily accommodated our large extended family.
However, the lake was atrocious and not for swimming. We did use the boats a bit, but had to travel 20 minutes and pay $5 per head for the nearest beach. There were kiddy pools available, but we spent most of our days at the nearby beach.
The property itself is very private and beautiful with lots of space for running around. BIG shame about lake. I would recommend this property to families planning reunions as we did, but only if swimming is not a priority.
However, the lake was atrocious and not for swimming. We did use the boats a bit, but had to travel 20 minutes and pay $5 per head for the nearest beach. There were kiddy pools available, but we spent most of our days at the nearby beach.
The property itself is very private and beautiful with lots of space for running around. BIG shame about lake. I would recommend this property to families planning reunions as we did, but only if swimming is not a priority.
Owner's Response: This year is a bad one for the lake because of the dry spell we are having, which is lowering the level of the lake. I agree it is not good for swimming because of the rocky shore and muddy bottom, which I tell prospective guests. Our lake is the best for fishing in the area, and the view
is hard to beat, and 7 boats are included with the rental.
is hard to beat, and 7 boats are included with the rental.
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Swan Lake
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Perfect for a getaway with family and friends.
Submitted: July 28, 2012
Stayed: June 2012
The house was exceptionally neat and tidy. There were all the required amenities in the house for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Beautiful view from the window and an overall feeling of comfort. Very nice deck and grill. We enjoyed fishing and boating. Owner was very kind and helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Owner's Response: Thank you very much. I appreciate your review and am happy you enjoyed your stay.
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Swan Lake
Catskills
Unbelievable
Submitted: May 29, 2012
Stayed: May 2012
This house is truely amazing. Firstly, the owner Mike was a pleasure to work with. He answered al of my questions promptly and made the process so easy. One of the great things about this house is how equipped it comes. All of the beds have fresh sheets, he provides ample clean towels for you to use, and the kitchen is fully stocked with all the plates, pots, glasses, spices that you could need. All you need to do is bring your toothbrush and whatever food you want to eat. The BEST thing about the house is the gorgeous lake. All I have to say is WOW! I have never seen a view as beautiful and as serene as this. Whether you're in the bedrooms, the living room, or on one of the 3 decks you are looking out onto this water and all you want to do is sigh at its beauty. This house would be perfect for families and for couples, but we went with about 10 of our friends to celebrate a 30th birthday and we had an unbelievable time here. Mike provides kayaks and paddle boats for you to take out onto the lake, which we did numerous times. We explored the other lake houses and learned that Mike's house has the best property and is the biggest, by far. He even has a volleyball net that you can set up and he has 2 bbqs with full propane tanks for you also. I honestly cannot imagine how the weekend could have been any more perfect. You wont be sorry if you rent out this house. My friends and i are still talking about how fun and spectacular that experience was! Thanks so much, Mike! We will surely be renting your house again in the future! =)
Owner's Response: I also love the lake view, as it changes hourly as the sun moves from east to west, also very early in the morning as the fog raises off the lake and disappears, and with the weather changes, and the changes in season. It gets even better when the eagles fly down to the lake for a meal. There is at least one eagle nest 1/4 mile north of our house in a very tall pine tree.
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Our experience with the property
Submitted: May 14, 2012
Stayed: December 2011
We had rented this vacation house over the New Year’s weekend (property #391612). The enjoyed our stay in the house; however, the experience with not having our deposit returned ruined our impression from the vacation. We communicated with the owner after having left the house thanking each other. Right after (the very next day) we posted an original nice review of the property (about one month after we have left the property) we received a nasty email from the owner informing us that they will not return our deposit due to “dirty floors and a dirty table”. We had cleaned out the whole house after ourselves, even going so far as to separate glass and plastic from regular trash, putting a lot of time and effort into it. We were not aware that we were also responsible for mopping the floors, and if any spots were missed on the table we are quite certain that the cleaning fee is there for a reason. We were not given any proof in the form of receipts, or any evidence that our deposit was spent to clean the kitchen floor and the dining room table (although we have asked the owner for the proof and/or receipts). Furthermore, the owner stated that he wanted to keep this private and not involve Homeaway, which we think is very shady. Further attempts to contact this owner were unsuccessfull. Our group of people rents out vacation houses every winter season for several years. Thus, we know what is expected in terms of cleaning after ourselves, and we never had any issues with having our deposits returned.
Owner's Response: I respectfully disagree with their analysis of the situation, and will gladly discuss it publicly. Because of their New Year's weekend party our house will not be rented again for a New Year's celebration in the future. There was simply too much abuse of the house and contents, of which they are still unaware, even after I explained it to them in an email, which was not "nasty", but only told the truth, which sometimes may be hard to accept. I'm glad they "cleaned out the whole house after themselves" before I entered and saw it because I would have cried even harder. The dining room table wasn't "dirty" but the surface needed sanding and revarnishing. Spilled drinks were found on the leather living room furniture, all over the floors, on the new TV, the couches in the basement, on the bamboo floor in the large bedroom upstairs, and on the beds and comforters (2 needed dry cleaning). The garbage included cases of empty liquor bottles which filled a large pickup truck (for a 3 day rental).
This was the only time the security deposit was not returned in full. In this case, the entire deposit of 500.00 was retained plus the cleaning fee of 175.00. Our cleaning crew charges 200.00 for routine cleaning between renters, but this was way above and beyond "routine" and I spent many days myself in cleaning the house and contents.
I'm glad they "enjoyed their stay in the house", but I assumed they didn't expect their security deposit returned after I saw how they left it. When they posted a nice 5 star review one month after their visit and questioned why it took so long for their deposit to be returned, I responded with an email explaining my position on the matter. Hopefully, they will be more careful and considerate in their future rentals.
This was the only time the security deposit was not returned in full. In this case, the entire deposit of 500.00 was retained plus the cleaning fee of 175.00. Our cleaning crew charges 200.00 for routine cleaning between renters, but this was way above and beyond "routine" and I spent many days myself in cleaning the house and contents.
I'm glad they "enjoyed their stay in the house", but I assumed they didn't expect their security deposit returned after I saw how they left it. When they posted a nice 5 star review one month after their visit and questioned why it took so long for their deposit to be returned, I responded with an email explaining my position on the matter. Hopefully, they will be more careful and considerate in their future rentals.
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Swan Lake
Catskills
A Wonderful Place to Stay
Submitted: August 1, 2011
Stayed: June 2011
Came out from NYC with some friends for a relaxing weekend. Had a great time at a great home. The owner was kind, helpful had a very well maintained property. There were no surprises, we had a great time with the boats. It was more like a second home than a rental which was a big bonus, nice sofas, a few great decks, a grill and a nice lake with some beautiful eagles. The canoe was ready to go, we assembled the paddle boats and small sailboat ourselves which was no problem as the owner has let us know this would be the case and was available when we had a question or two. If you think this property might be right for you I would recommend you speak with the owner. He is helpful and honest and you'll get a great idea of what it is and is not. I would recommend this property to people who want to splash around in little boats, gril some delicious meals on a lakeside deck, look at the stars and relax for awhile in a place that feels a bit like home.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: This was the first time we rented out our second home, and are so happy that others enjoyed it
as much as we do.
as much as we do.
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Swan Lake
Catskills
Wonderful house and setting
Submitted: July 31, 2011
Stayed: July 2011
My extended family of 12 stayed very comfortably in this house. We have 5 children and they stayed quite entertained using the various boats that were available for our use. The setting was serene, quiet, and beautiful. We took daily canoe rides out to the far shore to pick ripe wild blueberries, and most times saw an eagle gliding by. While motor boats are allowed on the lake, we almost never saw any. In fact one early morning when I went out in the kayak and was completely, and utterly, alone. Bliss!
There was plenty of space for all of us to have time to ourselves. The upper deck was perfect for breakfast, and we used the available fire pit one evening to toast marshmellows. The lake is not good for swimming in, but the kids did float in innertubes while we pulled them in the canoe.
We did not venture very far from the house, so can't speak to the surrounding area and attractions very much. We did go down to Lake Superior one day, which has a moderate swimming area with a lifeguard. (Note to parents with young children, they won't let you stand on the shore and look at your kid in the water, you have to go IN with them.) There was also a fishing spot there. Oh, and my husband did do quite a bit of fishing right on Swan Lake and caught (and released) a few fish. (You still have to get a license even if you want to fish on that lake.) Liberty is close by for supermarket shopping, but the best culinary experience we had was at the Country Harvest Market on Rt 52, just a few miles from the house.
I only have praises to sing about Mike, the owner. He was always very responsive and I truly felt comfortable and welcome in his house, as it it were my own. House was clean and well equipped.
There was plenty of space for all of us to have time to ourselves. The upper deck was perfect for breakfast, and we used the available fire pit one evening to toast marshmellows. The lake is not good for swimming in, but the kids did float in innertubes while we pulled them in the canoe.
We did not venture very far from the house, so can't speak to the surrounding area and attractions very much. We did go down to Lake Superior one day, which has a moderate swimming area with a lifeguard. (Note to parents with young children, they won't let you stand on the shore and look at your kid in the water, you have to go IN with them.) There was also a fishing spot there. Oh, and my husband did do quite a bit of fishing right on Swan Lake and caught (and released) a few fish. (You still have to get a license even if you want to fish on that lake.) Liberty is close by for supermarket shopping, but the best culinary experience we had was at the Country Harvest Market on Rt 52, just a few miles from the house.
I only have praises to sing about Mike, the owner. He was always very responsive and I truly felt comfortable and welcome in his house, as it it were my own. House was clean and well equipped.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: I appreciate your feedback. The fish caught from the dock included bass, perch, and pickerel.
Our property is covered with blueberry bushes which are now in season. Thanks again.
Our property is covered with blueberry bushes which are now in season. Thanks again.
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