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Hill Top River Retreat

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Hammond, NY
  • Popular LocationCedar Island State Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationSinger Castle13 min drive
  • AirportAlexandria Bay, NY (AXB-Maxson Airfield)17 min drive
  • Popular LocationBoldt Castle38 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Hill Top River Retreat

Cozy cottage with a beautiful river view and private dock, huge deck overlooking Chippewa bay. newly renovated kitchen with granite counter tops, huge living room with vaulted ceilings, 3 bedrooms with 2 full beds and one set of bunk beds. large TV, internet, Netflix and Hulu provided, trash and recycle provided. Propane fireplace in living room.
Chippewa bay is one of the widest areas of the river with some of the largest islands including Singer castle, Cedar island state park 5 minutes away by boat. This area is one of the most scenic areas without all the hustle and traffic of Alexandria bay or Clayton. The cottage is located on a small country dead end road, boat launch is 5 minutes away along with a small country store, Chippewa Bay is known for its excellent fishing. Gas and charcoal grill, all linens, towels, blankets provided along with a fully stocked kitchen. 20 foot pontoon boat available to rent with dock space. Pets are welcome. We have dock space for 1 boat if needed, unlike other places we do not charge extra for dock space.

We also have pontoon boats at our dock available for our guests to rent at affordable prices. No easier way to enjoy cruising, fishing and swimming than on our pontoon boat. Please let us know asap if you want to rent it so we can reserve it for you and have it ready to go. Damage deposit applies to the boat rental also. All pontoon boats are equipped with GPS navigation maps. Extra dock space available to rent if needed for $25 per day.

If you have more in your vacation group wanting to stay close by, check out our newest Vrbo listing (Hilltop camper #2297539). It is a beautiful camper located close by, It is so cozy with a beautiful view of the river.

Property manager

Brett Belfield

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: not inside cottage

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boating on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please keep pets off the furniture.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: please be respectful of neighboring properties
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Hill top river retreat Hammond
Hill top river retreat Private vacation home
Hill top river retreat Private vacation home Hammond

About the area

Hammond

Located in Hammond, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bella-Brooke Vineyard and Venditti Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cedar Island State Park and Jacques Cartier State Park. Lil' River Fudge Co / 5&10 Varity Store and New York Race Complex are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Cedar Island State Park - 13 min drive
  • Singer Castle - 13 min drive
  • Kring Point State Park - 14 min drive
  • Thousand Islands Winery - 27 min drive
  • Boldt Castle - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Brockville Station - 58 min drive
  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons - 46 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant - 46 min drive
  • Subway - 45 min drive
  • Mallorytown South Market - 45 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant - 45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hill Top River Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hill Top River Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hill Top River Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hill Top River Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Saint Lawrence River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Singer Castle and Cedar Island State Park. Kring Point State Park and Black Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on Chippewa Bay
The cottage is very convenient to the public boat ramp that serves Chippewa Bay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gundula H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cozy place
Nice small Neighborhood boat launch right around the corner Nice Owner Clean place small bedrooms like a old style cottage perfect for us it was great that we could bring our dog . We will go again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
River Retreat
Brett and Alice are a great team. The cabin is always clean and well maintained. Fishing the river yields 3-5 pound bass regularly. Nice quiet neighborhood with good neighbors. The surrounding area is great for exploring. Would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doreen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had the greatest time
First and foremost Brett was incredibly helpful. His knowledge of the river was very helpful for a great boating and fishing experience. Was reliable for any questions we had. The cottage itself was clean and comfortable. Very well stocked kichen. Wonderfully peaceful area. Pontoon boat was in great condition. Will book again! Thank you Brett for your warm hospitality! Exactly the break we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little get away
Brett was very helpful and we had a nice stay even though the weather for the week did not cooperate with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting.
Spent a nice week visiting relatives and friends. Brett was very friendly and helpful. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
My family and two dogs enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Cottage was clean and well stocked with all the necessities. Brett was a very hospitable host, always helpful and available if needed. The cottage is also in a great location with beautiful sunsets. We rented a pontoon during our stay and we had a great time fishing everyday. Very happy with our stay and looking forward to next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL
Brett is an awesome host. He guided our son on the operation of the pontoon boat. Brett was available whenever needed. The cottage is very nice and the location is wonderful. Neighbors around but very quiet and relaxing. Our dogs also had a wonderful time. Thank you Brett for helping us create some wonderful memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on the River
The property was as we expected. Kids loved going to the dock to fish. Close to towns but away from tourists. Very relaxing. Wonderful neighborhood. Brett and the neighbor's made us feel at home while on vacation. Alice is a treasure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic camp on the river
We had an idyllic week at this traditional camp on the river. Check in and out couldn't have been easier. Brett, among with wonderful neighbors Denise and Alice, were very helpful, easily accessible, and always there to help. The location is wonderful; Chippewa Bay is picturesque and you're right on the river if you want to strike out for Abay. The boating, fishing and sunsets were exceptional. The outdoor deck was our favorite for grilling and chilling. It is a camp; we had to work out a couple kinks on the first day (you can't run both window AC's at once or the power blows, the oven pilot light has to be manually lit, and you can, but probably don't want to, drink the water due to taste/high iron content so stock up on bottled.) However, we had a GREAT WEEK. The camp is cozy and beds were comfy. We also rented a pontoon boat from Brett and really enjoyed boating over to Cedar Island State Park, a short few minutes away, where you can rent dock space for a small fee and use it all day. We swam off the pontoon boat as well. It was a great add to the week! Everyone in the neighborhood was so nice. We've rented places before that were nice but the neighbors were not, and that can ruin a vacation. Well, the neighbors here were WONDERFUL. Brett brought us fresh fish he'd caught, and Denise/Alice were always available with the golf cart if needed or with help of any sort. It's a lovely little community. We would definitely recommend/book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023