Title: Whimsical Lakefront Chalet - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Whimsical Lakefront Chalet ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95247000/95246994/0206c8a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95247000/95246994/1a6417b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95247000/95246994/9756f833.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95247000/95246994/7ca14468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95250000/95247000/95246994/c2ad78c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a lakefront ridge, this whimsical StayBettr Vacation Rentals home offers the ultimate retreat. Vaulted interiors and large back decks invite you to dine in the treetops with table seating, sun loungers, and Adirondack chairs. Unwind by one of several fire pits or take a kayak out onto the lake. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Whimsical Lakefront Chalet Multiple levels of large back decks and vaulted interiors invite you into this whimsical space, presented by StayBettr Vacation Rentals. You will feel like you are dining in the treetops on this ridge perched lakefront home. The decks includes table seating, sun loungers, and Adirondack chairs. The large fenced in backyard includes several fire pits and a hammock. Down the stairway to the dock you will find several kayaks available for your use as well. Inside you will find an open concept main level with a delightful woodburning fireplace. The lofted office area offers dramatic views of the lake and backyard for when you need to work remotely. There are bedrooms on each of the three levels of the home, and two full bathrooms. Detailed Information on Spaces (See Floorplans in Photos): Main Level: Bedroom 1: King Bed Bathroom with Tub/Shower. Upper Level: Bedroom 2: Queen Bed Loft area has twin bunk beds (listed as bedroom 4) Bathroom with Tub/Shower. Lower Level: Bedroom 3: Queen Bed Rec room has a futon bed. Guest Access: You will have access to the house and outdoor areas including the dock. The driveway is gravel and has space for 3 cars. There are various locked owners closets and a storage building that guests should not attempt to access. Support During Your Stay: StayBettr Vacation Rentals manages this property remotely, but we have a local contact who can assist with any issues that may arise during your stay. The Neighborhood: Swinging Bridge Reservoir is the largest largest lake in the Sullivan Catskills, and one of the few that allows motor boats. You'll feel removed from the city, but still within 20 minutes of groceries and things to do. The neighborhood is a mix of seasonal homes and year round residents. A public boat launch is nearby, and just around the corner are two full services marinas--Starlight and Swinging Bridge Marinas. Getting Around: I recommend having car for your stay. Taxis are available, but ride sharing services are more sparse. Rental car services are available in Monticello. Shortline Coach Bus Service provides service between New York City and Monticello as well. Otisville and Port Jervis Metro North Stations are each approximately 30 minutes drive from the house. The trip from NY Penn Station to Otisville is about 2 hours. Train access is great if you have members of your group who need to arrive/depart at different times. Things To Know: You will be required to sign a rental agreement after the booking is confirmed. Full terms of the agreement are available on request. Additionally, you will be required to upload an approved government identification card or passport when you complete the rental agreement. If you have questions about either of these requirements please message us prior to booking. Rentals of the property requires a $500 security deposit via credit card, or to pay a $70 fee to waive the security deposit. Up to two dogs may stay at the property. The first dog is includes in the nightly rate. The second dog incurs a $25/night fee. No more than 3 cars allowed. The dock is not available from early November until the lake has thawed and levels stabilize in late spring. Regulatory: Sullivan County Room Tax ID RT10360623 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78490000/78483700/78483622/878aa34b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sun Drenched Lakefront Cove Thompson - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=78483622&PinnedHotelID=78483622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76670000/76660500/76660427/4e14d21b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Lakefront, Dock Kayaks, Hot Tub, Game Room -Never leave the house! 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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 ### Property is also known as 542199 ## About the area ![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%7C41.63331%2C-74.78265&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9iZEpjLZWs_Vqm3ufrQsAnpzZWI=) Thompson, NY #### What's nearby - Monticello Casino and Raceway - 14 min drive - 11.0 km - Bethel Woods - 20 min drive - 17.4 km - Bethel Woods Center For The Arts - 20 min drive - 17.0 km - Resorts World Catskills - 21 min drive - 19.1 km - The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark - 23 min drive - 18.1 km #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬14 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive - ‪Pho Hung - ‬16 min drive - ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬15 min drive - ‪Tilly's Diner - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whimsical Lakefront Chalet pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Whimsical Lakefront Chalet? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Whimsical Lakefront Chalet? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Whimsical Lakefront Chalet located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Mongaup River and within 6 mi (10 km) of Forest Reserve at Smallwood and Monticello Casino and Raceway. Forestburgh Playhouse and Black Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whimsical Lakefront Chalet Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Mariel S. Mar 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Whimsical Weekend! The property was great and we had a blast. Only wish there were more blankets available as it got super chilly! ##### Mariel S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen L. Aug 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place Very comfortable ##### Stephen L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine P. Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet, beautiful neighborhood My husband and I took our dog because she loves to swim. The house was beautiful but the steps to take the dog to go potty was a lot. There were two fireplaces which were great and the house was fully equipped with everything we needed. I highly recommend this area and house. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1c6dd1c8-aadc-48f6-a8a5-41829ac7fed8-1750113148723.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5683ccf2-6e78-4c8e-9434-07ae6bbf9ce8-1750113149536.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6a56a1d3-e320-4235-bbf0-3ac7050e9690-1750113149176.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/896f2aea-af99-4921-83cb-d81bc5955b69-1750113149252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Catherine P. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corina B. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Catskill Getaway The house and grounds were spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the deck overlooking the lake while we had our morning coffee. More than once we spotted hummingbirds visiting the feeders on the deck. We were out in the kayaks every day and cooled off taking a swim by the dock. The house instructions were clearly posted, and the check in and out went smoothly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bc6f1c42-d5ce-4f82-8372-2ed9928dab19-1751208874904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Corina B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonni S. Sep 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### WONDERFUL This was the BEST vrbo house ever! Clean and as described! Even fresh veggies / fruit to pick - peaches off the tree , tomatoes, zucchini and a pepper ! Well stocked kitchen ! So many details that made it an extra special trip ! ##### Bonni S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacqueline T. Aug 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Beautiful retreat Very nice property as described. Very tricky in the rain getting into the property as the steps are downhill and fill with water. Nice location. Well stocked. One of the better rental properties I have used. Property is a bit remote. ##### Jacqueline T. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### julia d. Jun 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful lake house We loved the lake house and the location. It’s a big house with 3 stories, each story has a bedroom suite.. all necessities were there! Clean house, cozy! Kayaks were there for our use as well as lots of water toys.. what we lived the most is that it’s truly on the lake, with private access to the lake.. water is clean!! ##### julia d. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arnette D. Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dambly and friends The house was immaculate. Only recommendation is shades on the dining room windows. The sun was so strong we had to wait for sunset before we could eat dinner ##### Arnette D. 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