Title: The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74626818&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! ## Photo gallery for The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! ![Exterior - The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! (Forestport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74630000/74626900/74626818/w1600h1197x0y1-3163badc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! (Forestport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74630000/74626900/74626818/b044f3fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! (Forestport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74630000/74626900/74626818/w1599h1066x1y1-0a0111f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! (Forestport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74630000/74626900/74626818/7b5e8b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! (Forestport)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74630000/74626900/74626818/w1599h1066x1y1-d8bd848a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! The Buddy Shack is a newly-renovated lakeside retreat that provides stunning views and all of summer and fall’s pleasures. This seasonal cabin dates from the 1930s but offers all of the amenities you could ask for. It has two-bedrooms, an updated bath, a huge deck, a large dock and an outdoor fire pit. Pets are welcome (maximum 2) for a $95 cleaning fee. A great location that brings you everything upstate New York and the Adirondacks have to offer. The space... The Buddy Shack comfortably sleeps four adults. The main bedroom features a queen bed while the second bedroom has a new twin-over-full bunk bed. The wide open kitchen showcases beautifully-restored exposed beams and peak. It has everything you need to cook and entertain, including a 15.6 cubic-foot. fridge, new microwave, Keurig Duo, four-burner electric range with oven. The sitting room features a bay window with beautiful views of the lake, a cozy couch, a 32-inch TV and an air conditioner. The unique bar nook has a handmade bar, sitting chair and record player/Bluetooth speaker combo. An outdoor shed includes an apartment-size washer/dryer. The outdoor spaces are the star of the show! The large deck overlooks Kayuta Lake offering stunning views of the water and landscape. It features patio seating for four, a standup round bar overlooking the lake and a brand new Weber grill. There is an easy walk down to the dock for access to the water for swimming or boating. End the evening under the stars in an Adirondack chair by the firepit. Other details... Pets are welcome (maximum of 2) for an additional cleaning fee of $95\. Please let us know how many pets you are bringing when booking. Pets must be crated when unsupervised, thank you. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17250000/17249800/17249702/badcf133.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adirondack Lodge Old Forge Thendara - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=17249702&PinnedHotelID=17249702&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lodge Lake King | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15710000/15704000/15703906/64cf5db6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Pines Old Forge - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 8.6 Excellent 591 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=15703906&PinnedHotelID=15703906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114800000/114794600/114794507/1a321d99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Creekside Retreat in the Adirondacks: Swim & Hike! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area Located in Remsen, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pixley Falls State Park and Black River, while The Boonville Black River Canal Museum and Rome Historical Society & Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets!? ### What time is check-in at The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets!? ### What time is check-out at The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets!? ### Where is The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The quintessential lakeside cabin. Tradition meets today. Family, friends, pets! 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kara D. 28 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy lake house with beautiful view Great little house and wonderful hosts. Lots of thoughtful touches throughout the cabin. Large deck and lovely view over the lake. Very helpful hosts, with good communication. Perfect getaway! ##### Kara D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard a. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Buddy Shack Great cabin. Great location. Brandon and Corey were incredible hosts. ##### richard a. Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzanne M. 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great ADK Vaca Loved our time at the Buddy Shack! Excellent & responsive host who left great welcome gifts to make us feel relaxed and ready for vacation. Loved the fire pit, the view of the lake from the deck, exploring the lake on our inflatable kayak, and a quiet spot to enjoy the start of summer. Great place to stay! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cf0c41fc-0a71-4c0f-be0b-f9e261331279-1751629295140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8bf73fdd-72c0-4a12-9273-b1e02c0f80a3-1751629297858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/daca46be-0964-4865-8e6c-e60ffade04a0-1751629295077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Suzanne M. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marci o. 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Buddy Shack It was even better than the pics! The weather was spectacular!! Perfect time to go. ##### marci o. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location Very nice. Only complaint is the dock extension was not in place as in description and photos.This made it very difficult to launch the kayaks we brought with us.Otherwise, cute cabin! ##### Donna Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dan f. 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful little place,host very attentive ##### dan f. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ---