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French Creek Retreat. Dock, Deck & Game Bunkhouse. Sleeps 10

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Guests can stroll along the pathway to access the serene water for boating or fishing.
Enjoy outdoor dining and cooking on the deck with a table, chairs, and grill, taking in the serene views of the lake and surrounding landscape.
Situated on a scenic property, this cabin features a front porch and deck area overlooking a body of water.
Cozy bedroom with a single bed, nightstand, and window with blinds.
Enjoy al fresco dining on the deck with a barbecue grill and comfortable seating for socializing.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Clayton, NY
  • Antique Boat Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Clayton Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Clayton

When you stay at this lodge in Clayton, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Lake Ontario and 11 minutes by foot from Antique Boat Museum. .This family-friendly lodge is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Thousand Islands National Park and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Boldt Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Antique Boat Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • 1000 Islands River Rat Cheese - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Clayton Opera House - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Clayton Marina - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Coyote Moon Vineyards - 9 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Gananoque Station - 36 min drive
  • Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koffee Kove Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Gal's Place - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Island Bay Pier House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bella's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪O'Briens Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

French Creek Retreat. Dock, Deck & Game Bunkhouse. Sleeps 10

Wake up to the glow of the sunrise and the tranquil sights and sounds of French Creek, a designated Wildlife Management Area teeming with life. In the spring, the creek comes alive as fish begin their annual spawn, and ducks, geese, and swans hatch their young along the shoreline. From your window, you’ll spot graceful swans, elegant egrets, busy beavers, and a variety of other wildlife. This peaceful setting is perfect for nature lovers, bird watchers, and those who love the outdoors.

This charming four-bedroom, two-bath cottage offers rustic river vibes with modern comforts—perfect for those seeking both relaxation and adventure.

The property also includes a spacious bunk house featuring a pool table, smart TV, futon for extra sleeping space, and its own full bathroom—ideal for kids, teens, or extra guests.

Enjoy a sprawling yard, oversized deck for morning lounging or sunset cocktails, and your own 20' private dock with direct access to the St. Lawrence River—great for launching kayaks, soaking in the views, or casting a line.

Guests love the great fishing right off the dock and shoreline, with plenty of space to relax and reel in the catch of the day.

Cap off your day with evening bonfires under the stars, right in your backyard.

Walk to the vibrant village of Clayton for shopping, dining, and small-town charm—all just minutes away.

Perfect for families, friend getaways, or groups up to 10. Larger parties? Message us to inquire about special accommodations.

French Creek | Clayton, NY
Sunrise views. Wildlife. Water access. Bonfires.
One of the best bird-watching areas in the region!
Sleeps 10 | Inquire for 10+
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 Smart television is provided for your entertainment. The bathroom has a shower.Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Shana Tolen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Kayak
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

French Creek Retreat. Dock, Deck & Game Bunkhouse. Sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place

We had a great experience! The house was very nice! We look forward to staying next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family group of 10 spent a week here and this property worked great for us. We had 4 trucks with boats and there was plenty of room for all. The location was convenient for us and enjoyed time on the deck after we returned from our days of fishing. Management staff was helpful and responsive which made for a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Smallmouth Fishing Ontario CN

Stayed up for 7 days, house was awesome. Fishing was great. Parking was great. Close to boat ramps. Can’t wait to come back. House suited all our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard L.

Liked: Cleanliness

French Creek

Beautiful log home with fantastic appliances! My only complaint was the dock which seems to be a place for all the geese to congregate. A broom is kept there to remove the droppings. Boat launch if needed is less than a mile away! Overall, one of the nicer homes I have rented!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Richard C.

Family Summer Break

Beautiful rustic, comfortable accommodations. No swimming or tubing possible so we went elsewhere for that. That paddle boat and kayak helped entertain. The separate bunk house game room was a big hit with everyone. The visiting geese were annoying but we understand why they love the area so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family and Friends

Enjoyed the accommodations and location. Very beautiful and comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becca W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nature, nurture and fun!

Well appointed property, fabulous kitchen....we lacked nothing. The wildlife views were amazing. Otters, swan, geese, river rats swimming down the creek and cows in the pasture on the hills beyond. We were able to dock our boat there and had a very fun and relaxing vacation where I honed my pool game.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

We had a great time at this property. It was very well maintained. We were able to walk into Clayton and to the ice cream parlor. The club house was an added bonus for additional space and a place to have some fun and play some games on a rainy day. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H., Williamstown, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Cousin Outing

Rustic but quaint. Nice morning views of French Creek with the sounds of bull frogs, ducks and swans floating throughout, and fish lapping the outer waters. Great location to all restaurants, boating activities, and shopping. The host, Shana, was fantastic. She was there to answer any and all questions within minutes. And this is what gives everyone the security of being on vacation in a strange place. We gave this place a top 5 rating all around. A must go to location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best place on French Creek!

This is an amazing place. We had no idea that it consisted of two different buildings-the main house and the game room which also has a full bath. It was the perfect place to entertain.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property!!

We stayed at this lovely property on French Creek this past weekend. We’ve never been to the thousand islands so we were very excited when we found this property. It met all of our needs and was a very relaxing place for us to stay. The combination of rustic vibe and the sweet charm of the cabin won me over immediately. The hosts have done an amazing job thinking of the details that make your stay very enjoyable. The game room was an added bonus for the family. The paddle boat was my personal favorite. Coffee on the deck over looking French Creek and the geese was the perfect way to start the day. Just a 5 min quick trip to Clayton or the grocery store as well as 15 min to Alexandria Bay. Such a convenient location. We will be staying here again for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous French Creek!

This property was fantastic, and I highly recommend it. Very spacious, lots of amenities, great location and overall cozy atmosphere.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

diane p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

This place has thought of everything! House was amazing and so were our views ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply superb!

I have stayed at many VRBO properties through the years but have never given a 5-star review across the board. I do now. The property was immaculate, very well appointed, and in an excellent location. Great view of French Creek from the deck. And communication with the property manager was great. Superb.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtenay M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend on the River

Excellent property, very clean, so many amenities for comfort and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023