The Guide’s River Cottage Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town | Cottage in Old Forge

9.0 (50 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Old Forge Cottage | The Guide’s River Cottage Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town

4 Bedroom Cottage in Old Forge

. Welcome to The Guide’s River Cottage — a spacious, newly renovated home that blends peaceful riverfront living with the convenience of being just steps from Old Forge’s Main Street. Shops, restaurants, grocery, mini golf, and ice cream are all nearby, while back at the house you’ll feel tucked away in your own Adirondack retreat.
The heart of the home is the super open-concept great room, where the kitchen, dining, and living spaces flow together with beautiful river views. Step outside to enjoy multi-level decks with Adirondack chairs, grill on the gas grill, and gather around the gas fire pit under the stars.
The river is your playground here — launch the three provided kayaks and watch turtles and fish in the water, float to nearby sandbars, or paddle up gentle rapids. Guests often spot wildlife right from the property too: deer, otters, ducks, cranes, songbirds, and squirrels are regular visitors.
Sleeping arrangements are perfect for families and groups with 3 queen beds plus a bunk room for kids. Fresh linens and all essentials are provided.
During your stay you’ll enjoy:
• River adventures: 3 kayaks, sandbars, and light rapids nearby
• Family-friendly touches: toys, board games, high chair, kids’ dishes, and pack-and-play
• WiFi, Smart TV, and a desk setup for remote work
• Off-street parking for multiple vehicles
• Pet-friendly policy ($50 flat fee) so your furry friends can join
What You’ll Love About Your Stay
• Riverfront setting with turtles, fish, and frequent wildlife sightings
• Paddle to sandbars or explore light rapids right from the house
• Spacious open-concept great room with river views
• 3 queen beds + bunk beds — perfect for groups/families
• Multi-level decks, Adirondack seating, gas grill & fire pit
• Peaceful privacy yet walkable to Old Forge’s restaurants, shops & ice cream
At The Guide’s River Cottage, you’ll experience the best of both worlds — peaceful river adventures and wildlife right outside your door, with the fun and convenience of town just a short walk away.

The Guide’s River Cottage Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town is located in Old Forge. The Guide’s River Cottage Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, among other amenities. This Cottage features Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Guide’s River Cottage Riverfront Retreat + Walk to Town has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 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 Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, 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. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Old Forge has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Old Forge, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 1 total pets
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Paddleboard on site
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • English
  • On the river
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Stair gate
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Playground
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: being on the river children must be supervised
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
1 total pets note from host: there is a $50 flat rate pet fee per dog pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Reviews

amanda k.
Jun 9, 2025 11:15:29 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Very convenient location quick walk into the village. The house was clean and well stocked and very beautiful with lovely art work. If you have a little one, everything you need is there (ours is one) so it's a lot less you have to pack. Our six year old nephew LOVED his room with the bunk beds, the kids books and toys. The owners are quick to respond and answer any questions you might have. We had a great time kayaking. Can't wait to stay here again.
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