Title: #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34447755&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront ## Photo gallery for #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront ![Property grounds - #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront (Chestertown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34447800/34447755/8df38c0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront (Chestertown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34447800/34447755/7f0f44bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront (Chestertown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34447800/34447755/bf0fd696.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront (Chestertown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34447800/34447755/f4a8b47b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront (Chestertown)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34447800/34447755/4fb78e60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the shores of Loon Lake, Birchwood Cottages offers a tranquil retreat at #6 Lakeview cottage. This charming 2-bedroom cabin features an equipped kitchen, large living space, and a screened-in porch with lake views. Unwind by the fire-pit or enjoy swimming and boating in the private beach area. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6750 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront This is a weekly rental (Saturday to Saturday, 7 nights) during the summer season (June 15-Sept 1). Shorter length stays available on the shoulders and off-season (2 night min). Cottages available May 1 till Oct 31\. Lodge available all year. Linens, towels and paper goods NOT provided. Garbage to be taken to onsite dumpster. Recycling must be taken to local landfill. #6 Lakeview cottage at Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake, Chestertown NY - This 2 bedroom cottages will accommodate 6+ people (1 queen bed, 2 twin beds, twin daybed and trundle bed in living room). The Lakeview has an equipped kitchen/dining area, large living space and a large bath with shower. Relax on the screened in porch with lake views or warm yourself by the fire-pit while enjoying the beautiful view of the lake and our private beach! This charming cabin will make your stay memorable. We offer plenty of private parking for vehicles, boats and their trailers, cable television, wifi, campfire pit, and charcoal grill. Swim area with floating dock, 25'long deep water boat dock, and sandy beach are available for no additional charge between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Enjoy fishing, swimming, boating and picnicking on beautiful Loon Lake or the many other Adirondack Lakes nearby. Visit Lake George's famous attractions just a short 25 minute drive away. Spend time at neighboring fun spots including Frontier Town, Schroon Lake, Natural Stone Bridge and Caves, Scenic Gore Mountain -- gondola rides, and Ausable Chasm! Horseback riding and golfing are also available nearby! All well behaved pets are welcome at Birchwood! Small pet fee is extra. We do ask that they remain leashed at all times while on our property. Please pick up after your pets indoors and outdoors. We prefer that they remain downstairs if staying in the Lodge and off the beds/furniture in all units (as to help keep allergens to a minimum). Due to NYS Department of Health regulations, dogs are not allowed at the beach, in the designated swim area. We do however, have plenty of lakefront shoreline for dogs to enjoy, docks to jump from and some shallow exit areas as well. If you are using Birchwood as a base for a day trip, we ask that you take your pet with you. If that's not possible, we'd be more than happy to recommend a local "pet day care". Leaving your pet behind without supervision is not permitted. We don't want them to be frightened or rowdy while you're away -- after all they should enjoy vacation as well. Additional cottages available on property for the extended family that wants their own space at additional cost. Rec Room is open to all Birchwood guests. You must provide email address for forwarding of lock box access code, beach waiver, etc. Off VRBO communication is automated and limited. Every reservation requires acknowledgement of receiving and reviewing the Property Rules and Terms of Service. Lodge - https://www.vrbo.com/4847591ha Cottage #2 - https://www.vrbo.com/7656305ha Cottage #3 - https://www.vrbo.com/9160685ha Cottage #4 - https://www.vrbo.com/9343827ha Cottage #5 - https://www.vrbo.com/7320785ha Cottage #6 - https://www.vrbo.com/7320187ha Cottage #7 - https://www.vrbo.com/7256241ha ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Charcoal grill - Dock - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Outside only ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Table tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Unit size: 750 square feet ## Similar properties ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7520000/7510500/7510444/58704aad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### North Creek Lodge at Gore Mountain North Creek - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 427 reviews £151 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=7510444&PinnedHotelID=7510444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1650000/1640200/1640103/93d3500a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Lake George Lake George - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules Vehicle licence plates and names of occupants required. All must sign beach liability waiver. Warren County NY Occupancy tax of 4% required for stays less than 30 days. Signed contract with property management required for complete reservation. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Tell us about you furry friend ahead of time. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: under 18 must be supervised @ beach and rec room ### Events Events allowed Great for family events. Please ask. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Outside only ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Note from host: Great for family events. Please ask. Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Located in Chestertown, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Pharaoh Lake Wilderness and Loon Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Revolution Rail Co. and North Creek Depot Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. [Visit our Chestertown travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chestertown.dx89045) [View more Cottages in Chestertown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chestertown-Cottages.d89045-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.68687%2C-73.85847&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7K72KUknlMP--ndLZGcYobDWMAE=) Chestertown, NY ### What's nearby - ![Loon Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196050/b1196dfe-0b1b-43de-9b4b-94dcffab0606.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Loon Lake 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Nothing Like a day on the slopes #OrbitzTravel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/139117/b61ac65b-e00b-4868-91d4-16151904e516.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gore Mountain Ski Resort 18 min drive \- 16.8 miles - ![August 20 2024, Sunny afternoon summer aerial image of the area surrounding Lake George, NY, USA ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/642804417676009472/073d10ea-1e39-4d3c-9631-f0a87f32a9e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake George 22 min drive \- 20.6 miles - Friends Lake 7 min drive \- 6.9 miles - Six Flags Great Escape 31 min drive \- 37.2 miles ### Getting around - Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) 45 min drive ### Restaurants - Stewart's Shops 8 min drive - Stewart's Shops 15 min drive - Main Street Ice Cream Parlor 7 min drive - Black Bear Restaurant 5 min drive - Friends Lake Inn 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront? ### What time is check-in at #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront? ### What time is check-out at #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront? ### Where is #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## #6 Lakeview @Birchwood Cottages at Loon Lake. Family Friendly Waterfront Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth M. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Cabin We spent 3 Nights,mattress was comfortable and the location was quiet. Cabin was clean, with updated refrigerator, porch screens were in good condition. Enjoyed our visit, would recommend. ##### Elizabeth M. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken B. 8 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend with family Property was quiet clean and had a lot of things to do. Definitely going to come back again. ##### Ken B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Priscilla H. 15 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Much needed getaway Cozy cottage!! Definitly a place to relax and rest! Very clean with almost everything you need to cook inside or out. I love to cook on an open fire! This cottage even had a grate to go over the fire, even though we didn't find it until our last night there... lol. ##### Priscilla H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer F. 5 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Extremely relaxing. Beautiful view of the lake. Owners were very accommodating. Sitting around campfire with family. Beach right across the road. Great awesome fun time. Definitely will be back ##### Jennifer F. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Connrod B. 1 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Three day getaway. Second time around. first time great experience. looking forward to doing this every year. Caretakers are fantastic so knowledgeable about the area very helpful and very accommodating. cant wait till next year. ##### Connrod B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kathryn d. 17 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy, clean cabins in an incredible setting! Birchwood Cottages is in a magical setting, located on the quaint Loon Lake. You are surrounded by adventures and hiking opportunities, we spent our days exploring the area, out on the lake, soaking in the sun and bird watching. The true gem of the property were the people we met along the way including Erica and Gene, the amazing care takers! They were gracious and welcoming in providing information about the area and making us feel right at home. The property owners were also prompt in communication and accommodating. Highly recommend this rental and hope to return soon! ##### kathryn d. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Yaroslava B. 29 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Nice stay We had a very nice time in this cabin. It was very clean and cozy, with lots of sleeping space. Loved the screened porch! Could not use the stovetop - catch pans were rusted through and smelly when on, not safe. Please replace! Also, no cutting board in the kitchen. Wifi was non-existent despite place being listed to provide wifi. Other than that, all according to expectations and description by managers. ##### Yaroslava B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lenae w. 21 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful lake views, enchanting escape from reality Beautiful lake views, enchanting escape from reality. The neighborhood made up of cabins and the lodge were enchanting and beautiful. We stayed in cabin 6, right near the lake. It was beautiful and peaceful to wake up to the lake views. The only downsides were the sticky kitchen table when we arrived, as well as the low water pressure in the shower. ##### lenae w. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary H. 14 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Loon Stay The cottage was very clean and met our every expectation. Was the first time we took our labs to sleep other than our own home and they loved every second there. Caretakers were awesome as were the property managers responding to our questions. Highly, highly recommended. We’ll be back!!!\*\*\*\*\* ##### Mary H. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johanna A. 7 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Place to Lose Track of Time As a final vacation before starting the school year, we spent several days in Cottage #6 and LOVED it. Prior to our arrival, Pat and Margo were communicative and helpful hosts. When we arrived, the Cottage was clean and had everything we needed to relax. Our favorite aspect was the location within the ADK; we were able to explore various corners of the park without having to relocate. Loon Lake was perfect for canoeing and swimming. I'm pretty sure our kids and dog could have spent the entire vacation on the beach. Memorable way to end Summer 2020. ##### Johanna A. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Htut Wynn H. 3 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### “Love the place” I’ll definitely come back again 👍🙌 ##### Htut Wynn H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber l. 1 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exactly what we needed. We had a great relaxing weekend. We enjoyed a local hike as well as the Stone Bridge and Caves. I made a mistake and forgot to add my dog to our reservation and we had it figured out within one hour. Will definitely stay again this summer. Andy and Amber ##### Amber l. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harold C. 24 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We so enjoyed staying at the cabin and the privacy Great stay but we were so disapointed with the recreation room, it is so run down and all the accessorys are missing no darts, broken pool sticks, no ping pong balls and not one good paddle so needs upgrading the beach area and toys were great. Having care takers on the grounds was a blessing erika and gene were so informative, helpful and delightful looking forward to returning soon ##### Harold C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 11 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything We Wanted This vacation was planned as our final "family" vacation before my children move to the next phases of their lives (marriage, job opportunity in Europe, & college). Lakeview at Birchwood Cottages provided the perfect opportunity for that to happen. The cottage was clean and ready for us when we arrived and check-in was easy through a key box on the porch. The appliances were easy to use and the refrigerator kept everything ice cold. A neat extra touch was that the doors on the fridge were painted with chalkboard paint which allowed us to leave messages for each other when we went off on our own adventures. The master bedroom was roomy with plenty of closet space and extra room for our suitcases. The other bedroom worked just fine for two of my sons, all they really did in there was sleep at night or take an occasional nap. My third son slept on the bed which is on the screened front porch and honestly, I was a little jealous, because he had the coolest place to sleep when a few of the nights got a little muggy. The trundle bed in the living room wasn't used used to sleep, it was used more as gathering place for gear and other odds and ends. The bathroom served its purpose, but the shower is only a stall shower and close to the sink, which for someone with a bit of a belly like me, made it a bit of tight squeeze getting in and out. It wasn't a big deal, just had to "suck it in" a little to get in. The water pressure wasn't great, but it did it's job, which was what we needed it to do. The area outside the cottage was nice and clean with a picnic table, where we ate and played dominoes each night, a charcoal grill, and a fire pit. There were also two Adirondack chairs and some other white plastic chairs as well. The lake could be seen from the cottage and the walk to the beach was maybe three minutes with easy to navigate stairs. The beach had a great sandy area and three boat docks to use if you need them. Two kayaks, a row boat, and a paddle boat are available to use for free, if desired. The swimming area had plenty of sand as well, with only a few small rocks here and there, but nothing that was problematic. There is also a swimming platform to jump off of at the end of the roped off swimming area. The lake was clean and refreshing to swim in. It was a little chilly when you first got in, but quickly became enjoyable and cooled you off. Overall this was a great trip and we would eagerly stay at Birchwood Cottages again. ##### Verified traveller ---