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Cape Vincent, NY Thousand Islands New York Vacation Homes ~ (585) 742-1410

Location 1: The Cape House - 3128 Branche Road, Cape Vincent, NY 13618
Location 2: The Branche House - 3129 Branche Road, Cape Vincent, NY 13618

Cape Vincent, New York and our house rentals are perfectly located in the 1000 Islands, within minutes from Clayton, NY and Alexandria Bay, NY

The Cape House, our summer vacation home, is ideally located in the breathtakingly beautiful Thousand Islands in the township of historical Cape Vincent, New York. We are perfectly situated on the US side of the 1000 Islands about 5 miles from where Lake Ontario and the majestic St. Lawrence River meet. We are just a short distance from Clayton & Alexandria Bay (Alex Bay) and 25 minutes northwest of Watertown. The Cape House is a well kept, fully-furnished charming summer home situated on 1.8 acres of land with 170 feet of private waterfront. We have heard that some of the best fishing is right off our docks. We are family friendly and offer amenities to assure that your stay will be enjoyable and memorable. So, whether it's a quiet, scenic vacation spot you desire, or your party is looking for an alternative accommodation to the typical hotel/motel stay, The Cape House is the perfect choice. (See Map)

General Description: Enjoy your day on our private waterfront - go swimming, fishing, snorkeling or simply relax and catch some rays. We offer plenty of dockage (3 - 60 foot docks) at no extra charge, so bring your canoe, jetski, kayak or boat. Marinas close by with boat rentals. Have a picnic on the 80 foot deck, equipped with a picnic table and lawn chairs. This summer home (1950 sq ft) is large enough for two or more familites to vacation together. Picnic table, gas grill and lawn chairs are available for family gatherings and cookouts. 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, a covered front porch off the large living room to relax and watch all the activities on the river, take in the gorgeous scenery, a dining room to seat 8-10 people and a three seasons room where you can unwind, play a board game or sneak in a nap. In the evening, gather around the campfire pit to watch the sunset celebrations and close your day of relaxation by gazing upon a canopy of stars. For your convenience in staying connected to rest of world, should you need to, we also offer cable and internet access. See The Cape House Gallery Page for more details.

History of The Cape House: The Cape House is a historical house built in 1809, made from hand-hewed logs for the foundation and maple hardwood and yellow pine floors throughout the house. The original stepping stone used by the early settlers is still located in its original place by the front porch, and is still used today. When you enter the dining room you will be greeted by an antique hand-braided, oval rug made from clothes once used. The living room consists of a built-in bookcase that behind the bookcase exposes a hatch in the floor which was used to help slaves escape through a secret passage that led to a tunnel (part of the Underground Railroad). This tunnel was later hand dug for the basement.
Situated on 1.8 acres of land is a barn that was used as a carriage house and woodworking shop. A chicken coop in the earlier days was turned into a guesthouse that was used to accommodate the pilots who navigated The St. Lawrence Seaway. Later on, the owner turned The Cape House into a bed and breakfast. On the property, you will see an existing outhouse that has been recently renovated, as well as many old black walnut, sugar maple, birch and pine trees to enjoy.

The Branche House, our second summer vacation rental is also located in the breathtakingly beautiful Thousand Islands of New York State, just across the street from the Cape House. (See Map) It is perfectly situated on the US side of the majestic St. Lawrence River. We are located in the township of historical Cape Vincent, New York about 5 miles down river where Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence seaway meet.

General Description: Enjoy your day on our private waterfront where you can relax on our newly built 40 foot deck and 60 foot dock.- excellent place to go swimming, snorkeling or catch some sun on our floating swim platform. We have plenty of dockage at no extra charge! There is also a picnic table and chairs on the deck to sit and watch all what the river has to offer. Be amazed at the ships passing by and the changing of the pilots. The Branche house is a 2400 sq ft, can sleep 8 plus people, fully-furnished colonial-style farmhouse. There is a covered front porch off the dining room - a great spot to read or take a nap ~ also enjoy the awesome scenery of the River. There is a cement patio in the back yard where you can enjoy a cookout or simply entertain family and friends. (patio furniture, gas grill and lawn chairs are available.) And in the evening, perhaps gather around a warm campfire to watch the breathtaking sunset, and close your day of relaxation by gazing up at the millions of stars. For your convenience in staying connected to rest of world, should you need to, we also offer cable and internet access. See The Branche House Gallery Page for more details.

History of the Branche House: The Branche House was established in 1870 and was formerly know as the Branche Farm, a dairy farm. In the earlier days the house was located a few houses down on 12E and years later was moved closer to the barn on the corner lot of 12E and Branche Road, closer to the River. More history to come!