Waterfront glamping for 3 on Grant Island with a private deck, dock and dedicated electric jon boat.
• Queen bed + fold-out bed
• Private BBQ, sink + waterfront seating
• Private convenience toilet for urination only
• Shared full bath 200 ft away: down 10 steps + up 28
• Fans + heater, no A/C
• Shared hot tub, beach + fire pit
• Seasonal natural lake cold plunge
• Wi-Fi + 50-inch Roku TV
• Canoe + pedal boat access
• Dog-friendly
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• 420-friendly outdoors
Pets: Allowed (maximum 1). Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Not suitable for children or infants. Additional rules: We allow one small dog per guest with a 25lbs weight limit. There is an additional $50 pet fee. Please let us know before your arrive if you are bringing a pet and we can coordinate details with you from there.
All guests are required to sign a personal and pet liability waiver before arriving. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask us about it.
If you have a larger or multiple dogs please consider our main island cottage rental.
AS FEATURED ON ABC AND BUZZFEED
Waterfront Glamping gives up to three guests a rare way to experience Grant Island and Brantingham Lake.
This is not an ordinary campsite. You will stay in a spacious furnished canvas tent overlooking the water, with your own private deck, dock, outdoor cooking setup, waterfront seating and dedicated electric jon boat.
It is designed for couples, friends or a small family seeking a comfortable outdoor adventure with beautiful views and the freedom to explore the lake.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENT:
• Comfortable queen bed for two guests
• Small fold-out bed for the third registered guest
• Fresh sheets and towels
• Electric blanket for cooler nights
INSIDE WATERFRONT GLAMPING:
• Spacious furnished tent
• Queen bed with quality linens
• Small fold-out bed
• Romantic lighting
• Ceiling fan
• Additional fans
• Propane heater available during cooler weather
• Mini fridge and freezer
• Hot-water kettle
• Cafe Bustelo coffee and coffee maker
• Wine glasses and opener
• 50-inch television
• Roku with streaming apps
• Wi-Fi
• Alexa smart device
• Sleep masks
The Roku provides access to streaming apps. Guests may sign in using their own streaming-service accounts.
There is no air conditioning. The ceiling fan and additional fans provide airflow during warmer weather, while the propane heater and electric blanket add comfort during cooler periods.
YOUR PRIVATE WATERFRONT SETUP:
• Private waterfront deck
• Private dock
• Private waterfront seating
• Private BBQ grill with side burner
• Private full-size outdoor sink with running water
• Private convenience toilet with privacy curtain
• Designated waterfront swim-entry area
• Dedicated electric jon boat after orientation
• Beautiful views of Brantingham Lake
• A peaceful setting for coffee, meals, sunsets and stargazing
These amenities are reserved for your Waterfront Glamping reservation.
The tent does not have a full indoor kitchen. The BBQ grill, side burner, outdoor sink, mini fridge and freezer, kettle, coffee maker, drinkware and basic food-preparation items are suited to simple meals, grilling, snacks and drinks.
Bring the food, beverages and personal supplies you expect to need.
IMPORTANT FIT DETAILS:
• This is a real canvas-tent accommodation with no air conditioning or full bathroom inside.
• Reaching the tent requires climbing 10 outdoor steps.
• The private convenience toilet is for urination only. Full bathroom and shower access requires an outdoor walk and additional stairs.
• Other guests and management may be elsewhere on Grant Island, and some island amenities are shared.
Waterfront Glamping is best suited to guests who are comfortable with outdoor paths and stairs, natural temperatures, insects, wildlife, changing weather and the sounds of lake life.
ISLAND EXPERIENCES:
Your stay includes access to many of the experiences that make Grant Island special:
• Shared hot tub
• Beach and swimming area
• Full-size lakeside diving board
• Lakeside fire pit
• Outdoor heated rinse shower
• Outdoor gym
• Selected docks and waterfront seating
• Hammocks in common areas
• Floats and beach toys
• Fishing access
• Seasonal Natural Lake Cold Plunge
• Wildlife, sunsets and Adirondack stargazing
These amenities may be shared with guests staying in Grant Island’s other small accommodations.
INCLUDED BOATS AND WATERCRAFT:
A dedicated jon boat with an electric motor is included after the required orientation.
Approved operators may use it for:
• Transportation between Grant Island and the mainland parking area
• Fishing
• Leisurely lake exploration
• Enjoying Brantingham Lake
The electric jon boat is reserved for your Waterfront Glamping reservation.
Canoe and pedal boat access are also included at no additional cost. These may be shared with other small-accommodation guests and remain subject to weather, maintenance, safety and availability.
Management remains available to provide pontoon transportation whenever you prefer not to operate the electric boat.
ADVENTURE RENTALS:
Waterfront Glamping guests receive:
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Optional paid rentals and experiences may include:
• Jet Skis
• Pontoon boats
• ATVs
• UTVs and side-by-sides
• Additional boats
• Kayaks
• SUPs
• Sailboats
• Fishing equipment
• Hosted wakeboarding
• Hosted waterskiing
• Hosted tubing
Availability varies by date, weather, maintenance and operating conditions.
CELEBRATING SOMETHING SPECIAL?
Birthday, anniversary and special-occasion packages are available. Ask about the current options when planning your stay.
WHAT GUESTS SAY:
SAM:
“The glamping tent was definitely more than what we expected. We had everything we needed for our weekend getaway. Our expectations were exceeded.”
BRIAN:
“The tent was beautifully set up and had everything we needed. It was wonderful and very relaxing.”
HOW ARRIVAL WORKS:
You park at our designated mainland parking area, where we meet you and help with your belongings.
We bring you to Grant Island by pontoon boat, a ride that generally takes about 5 minutes.
After arrival, we show you Waterfront Glamping, explain the tent access, private convenience toilet, full bathroom route and shared island areas, and provide the required orientation for your dedicated electric jon boat.
We remain available during your stay for questions, transportation assistance or anything requiring attention.
OTHER GRANT ISLAND STAYS:
• Stabbin Cabin #1, sleeps 2
• Stabbin Cabin #2, sleeps 2
• The Floater Houseboat, sleeps 2
• Grant Island Main Cottage, sleeps 8
• Stabbin Cabin #2 + Waterfront Glamping, sleeps 5
• Stabbin Cabin #2 + Waterfront Glamping + The Floater, sleeps 7
• Entire Grant Island, sleeps 17
DOG-FRIENDLY STAY:
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A larger or second dog requires prior written approval, which is not guaranteed.
Dogs must be friendly, non-aggressive and under the guest’s control. Complete pet requirements are provided under Other Things to Note.
Your reservation includes private use of Waterfront Glamping and its designated waterfront setup.
PRIVATE TO YOUR RESERVATION:
• Furnished glamping tent
• Queen bed and small fold-out bed
• Private waterfront deck
• Private dock
• Private waterfront seating
• Private BBQ grill with side burner
• Private full-size outdoor sink
• Private convenience toilet with privacy curtain
• Designated waterfront swim-entry area
• Dedicated electric jon boat after orientation
• Mini fridge and freezer
• Roku television and tent amenities
SHARED ISLAND ACCESS:
• Main bathroom and separate shower building
• Hot tub for the smaller accommodations
• Outdoor heated rinse shower
• Beach and swimming area
• Full-size lakeside diving board
• Lakeside fire pit
• Outdoor gym
• Selected docks, seating and hammocks
• Floats and beach toys
• Seasonal Natural Lake Cold Plunge access
• Canoe and pedal boat access
The tent is reached by climbing exactly 10 outdoor steps.
The private convenience toilet is for urination only. The shared full bathroom and shower building is approximately 200 feet away. Reaching it requires descending the 10 tent steps, following an outdoor waterfront path, walking uphill and climbing exactly 28 additional steps.
Other guests may be staying elsewhere on Grant Island. Management remains in a separate on-island residence during the operating season.
Please review the listing photographs and property-layout images and respect accommodations, docks and operational areas marked for other guests or management.
We meet you at the designated mainland parking area, help with your belongings and bring you to Grant Island by pontoon boat.
After arrival, we show you Waterfront Glamping, explain the tent steps, private convenience toilet, full bathroom route and shared island areas, and provide the required orientation for the dedicated electric jon boat.
We answer your questions, make sure you understand how the tent, bathroom access, cooking setup and boat work, and then give you space to enjoy your stay.
Management remains in a separate residence on Grant Island during the operating season and is available through the booking platform’s messaging system or by phone for transportation, questions or anything requiring attention.
Please contact us promptly if a safety, cleanliness, maintenance or operational concern arises so we can inspect and address it while you are still here.
Grant Island is a privately owned 1.4-acre island on public Brantingham Lake in the Adirondacks.
Waterfront Glamping combines a private waterfront setting with access to boating, fishing, swimming, wildlife, sunsets and stargazing.
Brantingham Lake is public, so residents and recreational boaters may also be on the water.
Two popular restaurants and bars, a local general store and seasonal recreation are available on the nearby mainland. The surrounding Adirondack and Tug Hill region offers hiking, state parks, horseback riding, wineries and other outdoor activities.
Because Grant Island is accessed by boat, bring the food, clothing, medication and personal supplies you expect to need during your stay.
PLEASE REVIEW THESE DETAILS BEFORE BOOKING:
ISLAND LAYOUT AND SHARED AMENITIES:
Waterfront Glamping and its designated waterfront setup are reserved for your stay.
This reservation does not include exclusive use of Grant Island. Other guests may occupy other accommodations, and management remains in a separate on-island residence.
The main bathroom and shower building, hot tub, heated rinse shower, beach, diving board, fire pit, outdoor gym and selected recreation areas may be shared.
ACCESS AND STAIRS:
Waterfront Glamping is not step-free.
The tent is reached from the waterfront path and dock by climbing exactly 10 outdoor steps.
The full bathroom and shower building is approximately 200 feet from the tent. Traveling from the tent to the bathroom requires:
• Descending the 10 tent-access steps
• Following an outdoor waterfront path
• Walking uphill
• Climbing exactly 28 additional steps
The 10 tent steps and 28 bathroom steps are separate.
Guests must be comfortable using these outdoor paths and stairs during the day, after dark and in changing weather.
This accommodation may not suit anyone who requires step-free access or an immediately adjacent full bathroom.
PRIVATE CONVENIENCE TOILET:
A standard flush convenience toilet with a privacy curtain is located outside the tent.
It is reserved exclusively for Waterfront Glamping guests, is available at any time and is for urination only.
Do not place or flush toilet paper, wipes, sanitary products, solid waste or any other material through the convenience toilet.
The main bathroom must be used for all other toilet needs.
MAIN BATHROOM AND SHOWER:
The shared bathroom building has:
• One full toilet-and-sink room
• One separate shower room
• Separate entrances
• Vacant/occupied signs
• Interior privacy latch in the shower
The two rooms may be used independently.
The facility may be shared with guests staying in Stabbin Cabin #1, Stabbin Cabin #2 and The Floater.
REFUNDABLE SECURITY DEPOSIT:
This listing requires a refundable $350 security deposit.
The booking guest must complete the required SafeGuest documents and security-deposit process electronically before arrival. No cash security deposit is collected at check-in.
Any deposit release or damage claim is handled according to SafeGuest’s terms.
SAFEGUEST DOCUMENTS AND WAIVERS:
The pre-arrival process includes the required property documents and liability acknowledgments.
Every adult guest must sign the required individual liability waiver.
When a dog is included, the required pet acknowledgments and pet liability waiver must also be completed.
DOG POLICY:
One approved dog weighing up to 20 pounds is allowed under the standard policy.
Declare the dog when booking so the current pet fee and approval requirements can be applied.
A larger or second dog requires prior written approval, which is not guaranteed.
Dogs must be friendly, non-aggressive and under control. Use a leash whenever needed, especially around docks, boats, stairs, paths and shared areas.
The owners’ small, friendly dog may occasionally visit, and other guests may also have approved dogs.
MAINLAND PARKING:
One mainland vehicle is included.
A second vehicle or trailer may be accommodated with advance confirmation for $25 per night. A trailer counts as the second vehicle.
Oversized vehicles also require advance notice.
All vehicles remain on the mainland.
ELECTRIC-BOAT RULES:
The dedicated electric jon boat is available after orientation.
Every operator must be at least 18 and follow passenger, loading, docking, charging, navigation-light, life-jacket and safety requirements.
After-dark boat operation is allowed only when required navigation lights are working and proper flotation devices are worn. Guests must bring a working flashlight and must remain visible to other potential nighttime boaters.
Use is subject to weather, charging, maintenance, safe lake conditions and equipment availability.
Pontoon transportation assistance is available.
SEASONAL NATURAL LAKE COLD PLUNGE:
During cooler spring and fall periods, Brantingham Lake itself becomes the Seasonal Natural Lake Cold Plunge. There is no dedicated tub or single required location.
A lake thermometer displays the water temperature. The experience is generally available from the April opening through early June and from late September through the November 1 seasonal close, conditions permitting.
Enter gradually using a suitable guest-access swim entry or dock ladder.
Never jump or dive into very cold water, use the diving board for cold-plunge entry, participate alone, enter after dark or participate while impaired.
Follow posted and management instructions. Exit and warm up immediately if distressed.
CLIMATE CONTROL:
Waterfront Glamping does not have air conditioning.
The tent has a ceiling fan, additional fans and an electric blanket. A propane heater is available during cooler weather.
Follow all heater and electrical-use instructions.
420 AND SMOKING:
Grant Island is 420-friendly outdoors only.
Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the tent or any enclosed accommodation.
Dispose of smoking materials safely and respect guests in shared outdoor areas.
WI-FI:
Wi-Fi is available in the tent. Performance may vary with island conditions and network demand.
FIREWOOD:
The shared lakeside fire pit is available, but firewood is not supplied. Clean, dry firewood may be purchased nearby.
OUTDOOR GLAMPING CONDITIONS:
Waterfront Glamping is a canvas-tent accommodation in a wooded lake-island environment.
Normal conditions may include insects, wildlife, natural temperature changes, rain, wind, lake sounds, pine needles, tree debris and wet paths, stairs, docks or outdoor furniture after rain.
The tent will be more affected by outside temperatures, weather and sounds than a conventional cottage.
REPORTING CONCERNS:
Please report any safety, cleanliness, maintenance or operational concern through the booking platform’s messaging system as soon as it arises so we have an opportunity to inspect and address it during your stay.
CHECK-IN AND CHECKOUT:
Standard check-in is 1:00 PM.
Standard checkout is 10:00 AM.