[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic Whiskey Island- Your own Private Island! Riverfront cottage with kitchen and balcony ![11 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77860000/77853000/77852909/f96406b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77860000/77853000/77852909/3c456034.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77860000/77853000/77852909/51e92658.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77860000/77853000/77852909/7a32b7b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77860000/77853000/77852909/efd866e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Historic Whiskey Island- Your own Private Island!. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking at this cottage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities. ### Entire home 11 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 205000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic Whiskey Island- Your own Private Island! 2 PRIME WEEKS STILL AVAILABLE! Aug 12-19, 2023, and Aug 19-26, 2023. DON'T MISS OUT! Your family & friends will experience life on the St Lawrence River that you can't get anywhere else! This unique and special Island is all yours.. Whiskey Island is truly unique. You are surrounded by water with great views of passing ships, yet plenty of green space for outdoor walks and games. Totally peaceful and private and water views in every direction. Enjoy your own swim dock by day, and fire pit by night after you've taken in the gorgeous sunset views. With stunning views and deep water docks you cant get a better place!! Whiskey Island was featured on HGTV Island hunters for luxury Island rentals in 2014! This Romantic PRIVATE ISLAND is rich in history and has captured and preserved the ambiance of the past. One of the oldest island cottages in the 1000 Islands, this island is perfect for family getaways, or for that romantic adventure shared for two. With spectacular sunrises and sunsets, starlit nights, warm breezy days, and an ever-changing crystal clear river, the experience will leave you feeling refreshed and awakened with the spirit that is embedded there. Fishing, swimming, boating and relaxing are Whiskey Island's pleasures. She is a muse for writers, artists and musicians alike- She is a muse for the soul. Whiskey Island is a 3.1± acre island, within a quick and easy boat-ride across from Clayton NY. Positioned stately against the serene landscape of the island is the circa-1875 main lodge. This grand Lodge contains eight bedrooms, four bathrooms, a commercial kitchen, a family room, a library and five porches-three of which are screened. A 2-bedroom guest cottage, boathouse and skiff house complete the Islands structures. Add to that, ample dockage and great swimming. Whiskey Island Lodge truly is a place that you have to see to believe! You have exclusive use of the entire Island. \*\*\* YOU CAN ONLY GET HERE BY PRIVATE BOAT! There IS water-taxi service available 24/7\*\*\* Latitude: 44.24727 / Longitude: -76.15300 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 11 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Winery tours 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 5,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103740000/103734000/103733939/fd1eccdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverfront Retreat: Dock access & Tanker Views Alexandria Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=103733939&PinnedHotelID=103733939&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104620000/104610800/104610707/aa462cdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RiverBreeze Retreat - Two Homes w/ River Views Cape Vincent - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=104610707&PinnedHotelID=104610707&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22510000/22508800/22508778/a46bf739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnificent 6-bedroom cottage on the water with spectacular views of the water Wellesley Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 54 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=22508778&PinnedHotelID=22508778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78570000/78561400/78561356/307b9524.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fishermans Getaway in Clayton & St. Lawrence River Clayton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=78561356&PinnedHotelID=78561356&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84110000/84102300/84102236/7718be2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### RARE OPPURTUNITY. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Clayton, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ontario and Thousand Islands National Park. Gananoque Boat Line and Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Clayton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Clayton.dx183654) [View more Cottages in Clayton](https://www.expedia.ca/Clayton-Cottages.d183654-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.24749%2C-76.15273&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IZEQsVczRKh9xI_F9L2iagGmpDw=) Clayton, NY ### Getting around - Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 90 min drive ### Restaurants - The Boat Yard at French Bay - Diprinzio's Kitchen - ‪O'Briens Restaurant & Bar - ‬83 min drive - ‪Riva - ‬84 min drive - ‪Island Bay Pier House - ‬82 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Whiskey Island- Your own Private Island! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at Historic Whiskey Island- Your own Private Island!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic Whiskey Island- Your own Private Island!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Historic Whiskey Island- Your own Private Island! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Ontario and within 32 mi (52 km) of Glen Lawrence Golf Club and Burnham Point State Park. Grass Creek Park is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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