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Watch Island, New York

By Private Islands Magazine • May 24th, 2010 • Category: Private Islands for Sale

One of the 1800 islands that dot the majestic St. Lawrence Seaway, yet one of only an elite handful of islands available to rent in the area, Watch Island nestles in a peaceful bay with views of ships,sunsets, Thousand Island Bridge, and the venerable Rock Island Lighthouse spread before it.Situated between Clayton and Alexandria Bay, this upscale, upstate New York rental offers animpeccably restored, 6,500 square foot Victorian mansion to the discerning family seeking an elegantvacation home.

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The house contains gracious living quarters that include an antique-filled living room with fireplace –ideal for family gatherings after a long day’s exploring. The turn-of-the-century house also boasts acountry kitchen, impressively equipped pantry, four furnished porches, and a grand dining room that

seats up to 16. The dining room’s 12 generous windows offer ever-changing views of the seawayand sunsets. Ten bedrooms sleep a maximum of 20 people. Magnificent Victorian detailing, such aswood paneling and a grand staircase, features throughout. The home is air-conditioned and centrallyheated and all four baths have claw-foot soaking tubs or showers. A deep-water boathouse andextensive docking facilities accommodate a number of craft.

Spend lazy days on-island curled up in a nook or catching up with current events by satellite, cable,or online. Grill the day’s catch on the outdoor grill or barbecue. Paddle the periphery of the island inthe property’s canoe or pedal past quaint, century-old gingerbread houses and grand, old hotelsonshore on one of the island’s two bicycles. While away long summer evenings in the screenedporch watching river life pass by and lights begin to glow on shore.





With its proximity to Alexandria Bay and the inland ponds and rivers of Jefferson and St. Lawrencecounties, the 1.3-acre island is perfect for an activity-packed family vacation. Kayaking is possiblebetween islands, and the waters of Alexandria Bay offer excellent wreck diving. Float fishingexcursions for bass, pike, muskie, and walleye make memorable family bonding experiences. Inwinter, snow kite skiing and snowmobiling are merely two of the exhilarating outdoor options on offer

nearby.





Historic Clayton, New York, once the northern terminus of the New York Central Railway, is now verymuch the cultural center of the Thousand Islands area. The town is home to an array of intriguingmuseums, and much of the historic downtown dates back to the early 1800s. Clayton offers aplethora of restaurants and even a spa. Other options awaiting onshore range from antiquing, cycling,sailing, and golf to fishing, horseback riding, and big game and upland bird hunting.

Yet more treasures lie mere minutes downriver. Boldt Castle, George C. Boldt’s fabled 120-roomtestament of love to his wife, basks on Hart Island and is open to visitors May through early October.Only accessible by boat, Rock Island Lighthouse welcomes visitors to the perfectly preserved 1847structure. Island parks on Wellesley Island and Keewaydin State Park boast charming old fashionedchildren’s playgrounds,

Watch Island is offered for weekly and monthly rental for up to two families at a time, with additionalfamilies at extra charge. Those who truly fall in love with this unique property can opt to stayindefinitely; Watch Island is offered for sale for $1,950,000.

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