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A deck with outdoor furniture, a view of a lake, and a house in the background.
A modern kitchen with a wooden island, a dining area with a sofa and table, and a staircase.
A cabin with a deck and dock, surrounded by trees and a body of water.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a fireplace, a television, and a bookshelf.
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Russell, NY
  • Place, Whippoorwill Corners State Forest
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Downerville State Forest
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Degrasse State Forest
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Russell

Located in Russell, this cabin is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Whippoorwill Corners State Forest and Degrasse State Forest. .This cabin is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Silver Hill State Forest and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from Russell Town Hall.
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What's nearby

  • Whippoorwill Corners State Forest - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Downerville State Forest - 14 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Russell Town Hall - 17 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Degrasse State Forest - 18 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Oswegatchie River - 24 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wayside - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gt's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Drop In Tavern - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Pour Ole Satch's Co - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wayside Tavern - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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


Plan a summer vacation at our peaceful cottage and go back home refreshed and rejuvenated!

Cottage is located on Boyd Pond - a wonderful place to swim, fish kayak, stand-up paddle board, canoe or just grab a tube and float.

Sit on the deck over looking the water and watch the loons swim past or listen to them make there majestic calls. Sit around a camp fire at night and enjoy roasted marshmallows and quality family time.

Relax and rejuvenate in the separate retreat cabin equipped with cedar sauna!

With Canton and Potsdam approximately 20 minutes away, the opportunities are endless - 3 golf courses (1 mini-golf), 4 Universities, restaurants, galleries! Ottawa and Lake Placid are less than 2 hours away and make a wonderful day trip to visit that museum you have always wanted to see or hike in the Adirondacks (many other great hikes closer to Boyd Pond such as Stone Valley, Lampson Falls, Harper Falls, Huckleberry, Moon & Wolf Lake hike).

Cabin is equipped with all the necessities (inside and out) so that you can relax and enjoy your time away. Enjoy the waterfront or the separate bungalow with cedar sauna!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed in cabin or on property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Please place the keys back in the lockbox when checking out

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

A maximum of 2 vehicles are allowed to be parked on site at any one time during your stay unless you obtain prior approval.

A maximum of 6 guests are allowed on property at any one time during your stay unless you obtain prior approval.

Unofficial Quiet hours on Boyd Pond (11pm - 8am)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: children should be monitored by adult at all times

Events

No events allowed

A maximum of 5 ppl on property at any one time

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed in cabin or on property

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: A maximum of 5 ppl on property at any one time
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If was a very peaceful stay with a beautiful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brinn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stormi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul McKeague K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Mark R.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brinn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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