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Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House.

A peaceful meadow retreat where travelers can unwind with on-site golf, evening gatherings by the firepit, and comfortable accommodations surrounded by nature.

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The Elliott House, set in a picturesque meadow with maple trees and local wildlife, offers a serene backdrop. Guests can play golf, gather at the firepit, or relax in the garden. Spacious bedrooms feature luxurious bedding and high-speed internet for comfort after a day outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Madrid is home to this country house. St Lawrence University Golf Course and Wilson Hill Boat Launch are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Saint Lawrence River and Coles Creek State Park. Upper Canada Playhouse and Timequest Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling. Visit our Madrid travel guide
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Waddington, NY

What's nearby

  • Grasse River
    9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • St. Lawrence Power And Equipment Museum
    12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Coles Creek State Park
    15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • St. Lawrence University
    24 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Clarkson University
    25 min drive - 28.1 km

Getting around

  • Ogdensburg, NY (OGS-Ogdensburg Intl.)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Seaway Diner & Smokehouse
    13 min drive
  • Jc River Run Bar And Grill
    9 min drive
  • Ole Smokehouse
    9 min drive
  • Algoma Salt Dock
    53 min drive
  • The Blue House
    7 min drive

About this property

Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House.

  • Country house near Saint Lawrence River
  • Golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House.. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Barbecues, outdoor furniture and books
    • Golf privileges (optional), smoke-free property and a lift
    • Games
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House. feature perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Children's books and travel cots
    • 2 bathrooms with baths and showers
    • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
    • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

We want everyone to feel that they have found a home away from home and hope that everyone treats it responsibly. There is a 10 person limit in the ho

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House. located?

Situated in Madrid, this country house is within 6 miles (10 km) of St. Lawrence Power And Equipment Museum, Coles Creek State Park and Saint Lawrence River. Raquette River and Clarkson University are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Reviews

Don’t Rough it When You’re Away From Home; Stay at the Elliott House. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful farmhouse

This spacious, updated home was again a perfect location for gathering our family. We found the kitchen well appointed and plenty of bath towels. The views from all sides of the property are lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good for Family Gatherings

The star of this rental is the large kitchen and accompanying back deck; both have been nicely updated. There are multiple rooms with twin beds for fun visits with extended family. Other than the kitchen, the furnishings are a bit dated. The owner was extremely quick to respond to all questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well equipped kitchen!

The Elliot House exceeded our expectations. It is nicely appointed with plenty of space both indoors and outdoors for large families or gatherings. The kitchen is user friendly and very well equipped. We had excellent communication with the host.The stairs to the lovely bedrooms are quite steep. My elderly Mom managed, but they may prove too difficult for some. There is one bedroom on the main floor as well. The near by town of Waddington offers provisions and a paved riverside walk. The Elliot House truly is a gem. It will not disappoint.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always love staying at the Elliott house
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

This is the second year at the Elliot house and we had a great time again !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We travel all over the country and stay often in vrbo and this is one of the best we have ever stayed in. Highly recommend and we will stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaWanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful gem in the north country!

Lovely historic home with plenty of space and amenities. We enjoyed staying here while visiting family for the holiday - had a fantastic kitchen and amazing views. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

We had an amazing stay. It felt like home. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation

Stay was wonderful. It’s a very nice place. It is not far from the colleges.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellant

We had a great time staying here, very clean and spacious for 9 of us. The kids enjoyed running around in the large yard and the rear patio makes a great place to sit and watch them. I would stay here again if we are ever back in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property and manager

A beautiful home and property, perfect for our stay. The property owner Stephen was a great communicator, and was extremely patient with me throughout the process, which was so greatly appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

It was everything I expected. Clean property, helpful owner, lots of wildlife to enjoy. I plan on staying here again should I return to the area. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Weekend!

Great time with family for our daughter's graduation from St Lawerence University!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming historical property with expansive views and impeccable cleanliness

We found the Elliott House spotlessly clean, and perfect for our family weekend visiting our student at college. It is an updated yet historically charming, spacious, and beautifully kept home with plenty of room to spread out and yet enjoy family time gathered together. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extended family graduation

We were looking for a place to stay for a college graduation. We needed adult couples to have seperate rooms and offer privacy. The Elliot House was perfect. There was a downstairs room for the grandparents who had difficulty with stairs and plenty of upstairs rooms for the other guests. The kitchen was spacious and extremely functional. A large dining room accommodated our gathering for breakfast and lunches. We enjoyed the back patio and picnic table for an after graduation cook out on the gas grill. The sunset over the field was super! Communication with our host was top notch and he offered great tips about local resources and activities to entertain us during our stay. Great house and great host. Would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bill t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will Stay Again

Everything about this house was perfect. Steven is a very proactive owner, responds very quickly to inquiries and makes sure you have everything you need to know before you arrive. The house itself is beautiful - the kitchen is modern and super well stocked from an appliance and accessory perspective. All the pots, pans, utencils, plates etc. are in great shape, clean and very, very well organized. The water cooler is a great addition as well and the front porch and back patio are perfect places to relax in the morning. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true gem!

First, communication with the host has been great! Check in was seamless and no issues at all during our stay. This house, with all its history, is lovely! It’s location , the view and the scenery around the house is picture perfect! It’s very clean and has the feel of your own home. We’re so glad to have found it, it had enough room for our family. Thank you for opening your house to us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a wonderful time

We loved our stay at the Elliot house . We came to upper state New York for a family wedding . Very clean and up to date ! The view was amazing from the back patio if you like wildlife it’s the place for you !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clarkson University Graduation Weekend

We rented the Elliott House in Waddington, NY because our son graduated Clarkson University. The house is about 15 minutes from Clarkson, it is an 1860 farmhouse that has been beautifully restored and updated. Large beautiful kitchen and large rooms, plenty of space with 5 bedrooms and 2 baths. House is fully furnished with everything we needed to cook, etc. The house was very clean and we even got to see a very rare piebald deer across the street. We had a wonderful time at the Elliott House!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elliot House

I LOVED staying at the Elliot House!!! At first I was a little freaked out, as I could not find the kitchen, I arrived at night and was a little spooked. My eldest Son (student at St. Lawrence went through the house to make sure his Mom would be safe). Finally, after some aggressive pulling at a door we found the kitchen. The whole house is lovely!!! The kitchen is so special and more than adequately stocked with utensils. The first night I slept like a log-I was so tired. In the morning, I made some coffee and traversed through the kitchen back door to sit in a chair on the porch and drink my coffee. The city was behind me, I knew I was in the country, staying in an old farm house at that point. The birds were chirping, I saw a gofer (and used the provided binoculars to check him out closely). The stress of work just melted away! Staying at this house is a truly special experience and I HIGHLY recommend it. I will definitely stay there again when visiting my son. Thank you Steve!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a find

Loved our time in the north country. House was so comfortable and kids loved yard… can’t wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it

We stayed for parents weekend. It was a 15 minute drive to Clarkson, easy drive. And it gave us a great place to give our college students a nice home cooked meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful home

Was close to everything we wanted to see, had everything you needed, only had to take food. Would diffinitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short vacation getaway

The house is absolutely beautiful! It was more than enough room for my family and the bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, living room were so nice. The kitchen was stocked with all cooking utensils, pots and pans .etc, that you could need. Even dish detergent, dish clothes...etc. They had spices so you didn't have to worry about bringing salt and pepper...etc. The mattresses were very comfortable. We were able to visit Lake Placid which was about 2 hours away and then go to 1000 islands about 1 hour away. We are definitely planning on coming again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family stay

Property was enjoyable and everything that was described online. Would certainly stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021