Peaceful Cottage on the Water ~ Sauna Cabin, Kayaks, SUP Board, Canoe & more! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

Q: Is Peaceful Cottage on the Water ~ Sauna Cabin, Kayaks, SUP Board, Canoe & more! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: How much is parking at Peaceful Cottage on the Water ~ Sauna Cabin, Kayaks, SUP Board, Canoe & more!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Q: Where is Peaceful Cottage on the Water ~ Sauna Cabin, Kayaks, SUP Board, Canoe & more! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Whippoorwill Corners State Forest and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Degrasse State Forest. Silver Hill State Forest and Russell Town Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE R.

12 Sept 2025

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Our family enjoyed a relaxing time at Peaceful Cottage. Teresa and Chris are wonderful hosts who promptly addressed any problems we encountered. We enjoyed great campfires and time on the water when weather permitted. The cottage is a great place to kick back and relax.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

21 July 2025

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We had a very nice and relaxing visit. Great cabin at a really pretty and peaceful lake. Hosts are very friendly and welcoming. Definitely a trip worth taking again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy P.

20 July 2024

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Heaven on earth!

Teresa and Chris are the nicest people - we were so glad to meet them and learn about their home on Boyd Pond. The house is perfect ! The king size bed is VERY comfy! The water is tranquil and we love feeding the fish, swimming and kayaking. We can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

20 Aug 2023

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A Great Escape

The place is beautiful- nice view, quiet and peaceful. We had a great time fishing, kayaking, canoeing and using the hot tub and sauna. The house was very comfortable. Our hosts, Teresa, Chris and Kate showed great hospitality. This is just what we needed to get away and enjoy our great escape.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

19 Sept 2023

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Great getaway

My husband and I had a great getaway. Experiencing peaceful evenings by the fire pit and small hikes during the late morning, hot tubbing and kayaking on the pond, and finished our evenings with dinner and Yatzee. Really enoyed Boyd Pond, and what great hosts Teresa and Chris were to share their peaceful property...We would definitely come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

5 Aug 2024

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Peaceful and Relaxing

We had an amazing time at Camp Hemlock. Teresa and Chris are amazing hosts and they were there upon arrival. The communication was great and check in/check out instructions and procedures were clearly documented and easy to follow. We had everything we needed to fully enjoy the water and the sauna was a hit! The pond is so peaceful and we found ourselves being the only ones on the water many times. AC units worked great and the beds were all very comfortable. We will definitely be back for another visit to Boyd Pond.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brinn J., Buffalo, New York

13 Sept 2023

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3rd Year in a Row at Camp Hemlock

We stayed at Camp Hemlock over Labor Day Weekend for the 3rd year in a row. Another amazing weekend full of fishing, kayaking, relaxing, and listening to the loons. It's a magical place where we have made many family memories. The new upgrades are really nice as well. Thanks again for an awesome weekend Teresa and Chris! The Johnson Family

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

29 May 2024

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Would definitely return!

Cabin was tastefully decorated and right up on the pond with some fun watercraft included with our stay. Even with the weather in the low 70s, the pond was lovely for a few swims. Theresa and Chris were friendly and warmly accommodating to a couple of our extra needs. My family is rather picky and we were all talking about returning for more than a couple days next time! Thanks to Theresa and Chris for sharing their carefully curated slice of heaven with us.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paul McKeague K.

11 Aug 2024

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Nice cottage on a pond with beautiful view

Enjoyed a family stay at Boyd Pond cottage. Sauna was great and enjoyed the kayaks and stand up paddle board. Fire pit out front with wood provided - roasting marshmallows was fun. King size bed and others beds were very comfortable. Drinking water was provided. Some weeds in the pond but much less when swimming further out. Hot tub was not working. The owner was very responsive and accommodating particularly during our last day of heavy rain and short power outage. Overall a very pleasant stay at Boyd Pond cottage!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

26 June 2024

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Amazing location!

Our family had a wonderful time! The lake is absolutely beautiful and so quiet! We enjoyed kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming. The house was very nice, had easy access to the lake, and was well equipped with all we needed! Teresa was a terrific host and checked in with us to make sure we didn't need anything throughout our stay. We brought all our food with us and I'm so glad we did as the stores are a little distance away. It made for an easy week to not need to go anywhere (except for an ice cream run to the local convenience store). I'd highly recommend this location to anyone looking for a quiet, peaceful spot! Thank you, Teresa, for sharing your space with us!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

29 Aug 2023

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Amazing getaway for all seasons

Camp Hemlock is even better than the pictures. It's a homelike and peaceful place to get away. We had some beautiful summer weather and loved spending time out on the pond. We also weren't bored on a couple of cooler, gray days: after getting out on the water, it felt luxurious to use the sauna and wood-fired hot tub. We also made easy day trips to the 1000 Islands region and to the cute nearby village of Canton (visit on a farmer's market day if you can). Teresa and family are generous and kind hosts. We were truly sorry to leave and would love to get back someday!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 Aug 2023

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Beautiful lake property

Everything about the location and home is beautiful. Shared access to wood fired hot tub and short walk to shared sauna. Our family enjoyed both and access to the lake and ability to use the row boat (canoe and kayaks available as well). Home was well stocked with kitchen needs and extremely clean. Owners stay next door which provides easy communication for any needs with the house. Teresa was on-site for check in and any needed requests. Very quaint and quiet location. Pond is clean and seemed to be lots of fish.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

10 Aug 2024

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Beautiful Private Lake

Boyd Pond is really more of a private lake. It’s a nice size… big enough to explore and it never felt crowded. It was small enough that we felt safe letting our teen boys boat by themselves. There is not much to do in the immediate vicinity, bye nearby towns are very small and you need to drive around 30min to get to a grocery store, ice cream etc. We did take a day trip to Wescott Park and spent the day on the beach on Lake Ontario and highly recommend that. The lack of tourist offerings was exactly why we chose this place and we spend my triple days enjoying the property. We all caught fish from the backyard boat area. Out boys would take the fishing row boat out in the evenings and loved it. We swam, kayaked, paddle boarded and relaxed. Most of the houses are in one side so you have a great view of the hemlock forest on the other side. The hosts are a very friendly couple who are in and out and available by text. We met Teresa’s two daughters and they went out of their way to make our daught feel welcome. The neighbor on the other side was also friendly and easy to talk to. We had a great week and were happy we stumbled upon this beautiful area. It was exactly what we needed to take a break from our busy lives.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

19 Aug 2025

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If was a very peaceful stay with a beautiful setting.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

23 Aug 2025

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Teresa was a great host and a very responsive communicator. She treated us with respect and was incredibly welcoming to me and my family. She made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Camp Hemlock was condusive for relaxing and enjoying the private and the quiet surroundings. Boyd pond is the perfect size for kayaking and fishing with the family. Overall this is the best location we have stayed in the ADK area.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

14 July 2025

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Very cute and well appointed cottage on the lake. Books, games, canoes, kayaks and sup, porch with weber grill, grill utensils, A.C. Great fishing, loons and a very quiet lake. Friendly owners who make sure their place has everything you may need inside and out. We had a great visit. Highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy W.

5 Aug 2023

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A beautiful retreat

Camp Hemlock is an idyllic place to relax and enjoy the beautiful setting of the Adirondacks. Teresa and Chris are excellent hosts and were very welcoming. We look forward to returning one day!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 May 2023

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Peaceful Solitude

Enjoyed true lake cabin living filled with peace and solitude! Clean and quaint. Highly recommend for those who love quiet, lake living.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stormi C.

28 June 2023

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A beautiful, relaxing get away

My family had a wonderful time at Camp Hemlock. Teresa was so friendly and welcoming, and the property looks just like the photos. Plan to use a mobile hotspot if you absolutely *need* an internet connection because the Wi-Fi is spotty but it’s also in a very secluded area so that can’t be helped. Thank you for a wonderful trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Katherine C.

31 May 2023

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Exceeded our expectations!!!!!

Beautiful 💖 from top to bottom. All the water toys we got to enjoy including wood fires hot tub. Kitchen is so well stocked for making your own dishes . We never left the whole stay. Most relaxing vacation we had in quite a while. Thank you so much Teresa and Chris for your warm hospitality!!! We will be back

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

24 June 2023

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Annual trip with grandson

Camp Hemlock is exactly as advertised! Peaceful & pristine. The cabin has everything you could want & the location on the lake is perfect. We loved using the kayaks & my grandson caught 12 bass from the dock after sunset our last night there. Took a great (long) day trip to Ausable Chasm, Lake Placid & Whiteface Mtn. Teresa is an amazing host with excellent communication. Don't hesitate to book your trip at Camp Hemlock!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

24 July 2023

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Great Quiet Getaway

This was a charming house in a beautiful pond. They did a great job updating this cottage. It was clean and had everything we needed. Communication with the hosts was great. This is a beautiful unspoiled area and the perfect place to relax. I loved seeing and hearing the resident pair of loons and kayaking in the pond. The water was crystal clean and beautiful. Would definitely recommend this gem. Loved being right on the water.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey L.

27 July 2023

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Camp Hemlock was the perfect setting

Our vacation at Camp Hemlock met all of expectations and more. Teresa and Chris have a gem at Camp Hemlock, and we were lucky enough to enjoy everything it had to offer. Fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, tubing, hiking, playing yard games and sitting in the hot tub and sauna are just a few things we did. Our days were full of constant fun, and we now have so many memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re looking for a place to relax and unwind, look no further than Camp Hemlock. Teresa and Chris, we were all sad when we had to leave and we can’t wait to come back soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Mark R.

2 July 2025

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Awful water and sewer smell - OWNERS ONSITE strictly enforce parking

Our stay went south as soon as we used the water and the intermittent sewer smell outside. Thankfully I am from the area and we showered at my immediate family's house. We bought 5-gallon jugs of water to rinse food and dishes, brush our teeth, and wash up. The water had a horrid and overwhelming sulfur/boiled egg smell that stays on dishes after they are washed. The one shower I took at this place during our 6-night stay was nauseating and the water did not drain in the shower – a visual indicator that something is not right with the plumbing/septic. The shower drain also gurgled when water was used in the sinks – often an audible indicator that the septic is full and about to come up the shower drain (gross). The standing water by the wood pile and the sewer smell outside is likely because the septic was full – a tangible and odor indicator that the septic is full and needs immediate attention before you rent your place to anyone. 4 of the 5 senses to know to fix the unsanitary problem UNSATISFACTORY. The balusters on the elevated deck that are well out of code at 8” in places – max spacing for child safety is 4”. How they have insurance with that is a mystery. NOT RECOMMEDED FOR LOCALS that may have visitors as there are only 2 advertised parking spaces that are STRICTLY enforced by the OWNERS ONSITE that live full time next door. Boyd Pond is beautiful and we liked being near the water but when you can’t even shower or enjoy the fresh air the OVERALL GRADE: JUST AWFUL

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brinn J., Buffalo, New York

8 Sept 2022

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Another perfect weekend at Boyd Pond/Camp Hemlock!

This was our 2nd year in a row at Boyd Pond for Labor Day weekend and it was perfect. All the water toys were there for use and we spent a lot of time fishing. My son must have caught 100 fish over the course of the weekend. We arrived in the evening and Teresa had a fire going for us and the wood fired hot tub was heated up for a nice night under the stars. Camp Hemlock is forever in our hearts!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

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