Welcome to The Lakes (formerly The Narrows), a luxury cottage colony in Old Forge in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. If you are looking to indulge in swimming, hiking, boating, fishing, kayaking, snowmobiling, skiing or just simply relaxing, you have come to the right place! Our waterfront oasis offers upscale accommodations in the most beautiful setting! Excellent Wi-Fi included! "Cottage 4th Lake” is a stunning, waterfront cottage for two. A wonderful retreat for romantic getaways, honeymoons, anniversaries or just to relax! Every detail has been carefully designed and thought through to make the space comfortable, practical, and beautiful! “4th Lake” features a queen size bedroom, cathedral ceilings, high end pine throughout the entire cottage, gas fireplace wrapped in stone, AC and an open concept kitchen/living room. There is a modern, fully equipped kitchen furnished with a kitchen nook, stainless steel appliances (fridge, stove, microwave) coffee pot and a toaster. The kitchen nook also works great as a work space! A large bathroom with very spacious, tiled shower adds even more luxury while an elegant and rustic Adirondack-style decor completes the look of this charming and super comfortable cottage for two! Outside you will find a charcoal grill, fire pit surrounded by Adirondack style chairs and a picnic table. Spring, Summer, Fall availability. BOAT RENTAL (for registered gusts only) available on site - 20' pontoon boat or 17' bowrider. Full day/half day. Inquire for details. Self check in. Access code and check in and check out info provided in advance. We are available by email, phone and Airbnb chat. We are just minutes to the Old Forge Public Beach, Water Safari, tennis courts, boat tours, churches, grocery stores, quaint gift shops, movie theater, arcade, miniature golf, and the community art center. Not to mention the excellent restaurants, hiking trails, lakes and ponds for fishing, that are also nearby. Also close by are two championship 18-hole golf courses: Thendara and Inlet. The McCauley Mountain chairlift and picnic area has a spectacular view of the village of Old Forge and the Fulton Chain of Lakes. Some of the nearby attractions include: Enchanted Forest/Water Safari Restored Adriondack Scenic Railroad Boat Tours of the Fulton Chain of Lakes Rondaxe (Bald) Mountain Fire Tower Sagamore Lodge (Adirondack Great Camp) - 20 miles Blue Mountain Museum - 35 miles Fall/Winter Activities: Enjoy the scenic wonderland and take part in the many activities available in the area such as, hiking, foliage, hunting, ice skating, downhill or cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing or snowmobiling! Enjoy over 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails! We also have plenty of room for trailer parking. You can ride right from your door to Trail #4! Directions From The NYS Thruway The Narrows is easy to find...Take the New York State Thruway to Exit 31 at Utica, follow Route 12 north to Alder Creek (approximately 25 miles) and then north on Route 28 to Old Forge (another 25 miles). One mile from the center of town, just past the Water Safari. Swim safety form and Waiver for kayaks, SUP and canoes needs to be signed prior to check in and submitted by email. Small bathing beach onsite. No lifeguard on duty. Sorry no pets! Docking space limited and available by reservation ONLY! $50 p/day docking fee applies and will be added as an extra fee. Firewood available for purchase on the property. $5 bundles.