Watch Island

Watch Island is one of the 1000 Islands set in a tranquil bay overlooking the St Lawrence Seaway. It is a newly restored 100 year old Victorian home built in 1901 with spectacular views of the ships, sunsets, 1000 Island Bridge, and Rock

Island Lighthouse. The dining room is a large gracious room that seats 6 to 16+ with 12 windows overlooking the seaway and evening sunsets. Comfortable living room furnished in antiques with piano, fireplace and views of the river. Country-size, full-service, eat-in kitchen and pantry. The house is surrounded by four furnished porches with breathtaking views - one enclosed in glass/ screens. All baths have claw-foot soaking tubs/ showers. Boathouse with deep water.

Rental of the house in Upstate New York, New York, USA is available weekly & monthly for up to 2 families - additional families at extra charge. A family = 2 adults & children under 18

A charming and unique part of the world nestled among 1,800 enchanting islands in the St. Lawrence River. Rich in history and exciting historical activities such as a French Festival, tour & enjoy tea in lovely castles, ride in antique boats, partake in boat auctions, picnic on island parks where children play on old fashioned playgrounds, stroll through villages with gingerbread houses that take you back to the turn of the century, dine on the front porch of grand old hotels. Delight in the stories of people who lived year-round on islands... who went to school in a school boat or ice skated across the frozen river to school, visit one of the oldest post offices in the US which is on an island. Share in the excitement of Pirates Weekend, the Poker Race of the roaring cigarette boats, delight in the parade of antique boats, visit wonderful art galleries, restored opera house, antiques shops, watch the islanders come by boat to get their supplies at the town dock in Clayton, NY.

Accommodations and Amenities

Floor Area: 6500 sq. ft.

General:
Air-conditioning, central heating, linens provided, telephone, and towels provided.

Kitchen:
Clothes dryer, coffee maker, cooking utensils, dish washer, freezer, grill, iron & board, microwave, oven, refrigerator, toaster, and washing machine.

Living Room:
Fireplace and comfy seating for 18 people.

Dining:
Child's highchair, dining room, and eating seating for 16 people.

Bedrooms:
10 bedrooms, sleeps a maximum of 20 people. 5 rooms with one double bed, 2 rooms with one king/queen and child beds, 2 childrens beds, 1 baby crib

Notes: 1 king, 1 queen, 5 double, 1 crib, 1 bassinet, 4 twin, 2 youth beds. Bread Machine, blenders, propane steamers (2), picnic table, 2 dishwashers, 2 washing machines, 2 clothes dryers.

Bathrooms: 4 bathrooms

Entertainment: CD, satellite or cable, stereo system, TV, VCR, internet access.

Outside:
Barbecue, canoe, outdoor grill, 2 bicycles.

Suitability:
Children welcome, long term renters welcome, non smoking only, pets not allowed.

Local Adventures

Antiquing, cycling, fishing, golf, horseback riding, hunting, roller blading, sailing, scuba diving or snorkelling, skiing, swimming, tennis, walking, water skiing, wind-surfing, touring castles, boating, island hopping, camping, relaxing in the hammock antique boat museums, restaurants, visit Catherine Hinds Spa in Clayton.