Historic Deer Lodge on Beautiful Chazy Lake | Cabin in Ellenburg Depot
2 Bedroom Cabin in Ellenburg Depot
Minimum 30 day reservation, non-negotiable. Historic Deer Lodge is situated uniquely on a point so you have water views of Chazy Lake on 3 sides of the house. Beautiful views of Lyon Mountain and on a clear day Whiteface Mountain. Sit on the wraparound porch or by fire pit watching amazing sunsets. Enjoy a private beach with water sports such as kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, water trampoline. Bike on the country road. Hike up Lyon Mountain or other Adirondack destinations.
The space
The best seat in the house is the kitchen counter, where you have 4 different water views while sipping your coffee.
** This is a very rustic historic hunting camp, just a few steps up from outdoor camping.**. Deer Lodge was built in the 1800's. Moon Brook on the property is named after Mr. Moon, one of the 4 men who built the cabin. In the 1800's, there was no road and they needed to use a row boat for over a mile to carry themselves and all supplies into camp. Fortunately today there is a paved road. :-)
Renovations have aimed to maintain the integrity of the original building, with barn board and other architectural features exposed. Favorite place? the clawfoot tub with an awesome view of the lake - play hard all day then soak in the tub with soft dimmed lighting, bubble bath, a glass of wine or tea, the moon reflecting over the lake, and the lake breeze through the window.
There is a bathtub but no indoor shower. There is an outdoor shower with hot water about 50 feet from the Lodge.
There are 2 bedrooms. The large front lake facing bedroom has a kingsize bed. Nothing larger than a double mattress is able to fit up the old staircase, so to get a larger bed I used a conversion kit to convert 2 twin mattresses into a king size bed. The back bedroom has a double bed.
The old hunting camp is not insulated and is not heated but we do open it early season and a little into fall for those campers who are prepared for cool weather camping.
The ceiling going up the stairs is low so taller people need to be careful on the way down.
There is a dishwasher in the house but it’s not available for guest use.
Guest access
Overnight guests are limited to 4, with a maximum of 5 guests on the property at any time. This is a very strict rule.
Deer Lodge is one of 2 camps on the property. You will have private access to Deer Lodge. You have your own private outdoor fireplace immediately outside. The loons and ducks usually swim by there in the early morning and evening. You'll have private access to Deer Lodge porch.
The beach, grill, horse shoe pit, and outdoor toys/boats are shared with one other cabin (The Boat House). Some guests in the past initially had been concerned about sharing the toys, but after their stay they have said it wasn’t a problem. There are 3 kayaks available for guest use. We also have a water trampoline that is available for part of the season. If the trampoline is important to you, please check with me if it would be available during your stay.
If you need CHILD size life jackets and plan to use the boats, please bring life jackets with you. It's particularly important to me that parents provide properly fitting and secured life jackets for their children. As of May 2021, New York law requires that all children under 12 years of age wear a USCG–approved Type I, II, or III PFD while on board any vessel less than 65 feet in length (including canoes, kayaks, and rowboats). Guests are required to follow NY State boating safety laws.
You'll find sand/small pebbles on the beach and in the water there is mostly small pebbles. You may want to bring water shoes with you if you plan to go in the lake.
Other things to note
I provide linens for the bed and one bath towel for each guest. You may want to bring extra bath and beach towels.
*No smoking of any kind on the property.
It's amazing what happens to a family when there are no outside distractions. It's definitely a 'disconnect-from-the-world' retreat.
Adirondacks have limited cell phone reception. We do have internet/WIFI. If you set 'wifi calling' on your mobile phone, you should have good phone reception.
There is a TV with a DVD player and an extensive DVD collection. No cable/Satellite TV. We have a collection of board and card games for family entertainment.
If you have an Apple TV, fire stick, etc. you could stream your services to the TV using the internet connection. The internet service usually has bandwidth for good streaming experience.
Please take good care of our lake!
No lake vehicles of any kind can be launched from our beach. They must be launched at the lake’s boat launch where they will be decontaminated from any potential invasive organisms/seaweeds. If you launch lake vehicles, they should be returned to your trailers and not pulled up onto the beach or tied to our docks. If you do plan to bring any lake vehicles, please discuss with us in ADVANCE of finalizing your reservation so we can discuss lake best practices and adhering to local laws.
There is not much seaweed in our immediate part of the lake but if you are traveling by boat, please avoid seaweed beds so you don’t contribute to spreading it around the lake.
The lake is a fragile ecosystem and a habitat for many plants and animals. If boating, keep a watch out for loons and other birds and steer clear of them. Please don’t trample the grasses and small trees along the shoreline in front of Deer Lodge or the Boat House. There are some rare endangered plant species, and it’s a critical component to keeping the shoreline from eroding. The beach area has plenty of room for you to easily access to the lake.
No hunting of any kind is allowed on the property.
Fishing is allowed. You are subject to NY State fishing laws.
Historic Deer Lodge on Beautiful Chazy Lake is located in Ellenburg Depot. Historic Deer Lodge on Beautiful Chazy Lake provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This Cabin features Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Historic Deer Lodge on Beautiful Chazy Lake has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ellenburg Depot has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Ellenburg Depot, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Hair dryer
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Soap
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Bathtub or shower
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Toilet paper
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Towels
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Heating
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Bed sheets
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Air conditioning
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Iron/ironing board
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English
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Smoke-free property
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Available in all rooms: internet access
Policies
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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
FAQ's
Is this Ellenburg Depot cabin pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Ellenburg Depot cabin have a swimming pool?
No, this Ellenburg Depot cabin does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Ellenburg Depot cabin?
Best-rates for the Ellenburg Depot cabin starts from $136 per night with includes Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Ellenburg Depot cabin a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cabin Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cabin has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Ellenburg Depot cabin wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Ellenburg Depot cabin has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Ellenburg Depot cabin?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Ellenburg Depot cabin indicates 1 day stay policy at this cabin. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Ellenburg Depot cabin?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
