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Home in Wilmington

5 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Wilmington Range Chalet

Adirondack-style log home and located on the Ausable River with mountain views of Whiteface! Enjoy the Adirondacks based out of this perfect log chalet with rustic charm, views, and peacefulness, located a minute away from Wilmington town center and 5 minutes away from Whiteface Mt Olympic ski area! This log home of 1400 sq. ft features beautiful real, round log exterior walls, cedar and pine ceilings, hardwood floors, and large log beams, with a huge 12'x24' ft exterior deck overlooking the Ausable River, and a master bedroom balcony over cedar logs, with direct views of Whiteface Mt and the Wilmingon Range. This new log home was lovingly built in 2013 by life-long Adirondack resident and owner and Johnathan Esper, with meticulous attention to log design born from the owner's fond memories of growing up in a log home. The log house is built almost over the Ausable River, set amid some towering white pines on the steep river bank, at the end of a 300ft driveway with the neighbors' houses set well away along the roadside frontage. The sounds of the West Branch of the Ausable River, or the wind through the pines from atop the cedar balcony, are the only thing one hears from the house, despite being located most conveniently only 30 seconds to the center of the small town of Wilmington and it's various shops. Exterior sofit lights cast spellbinding shadow patterns of the round log textures and cedar shake gables, making twilight a wonderful time to come home. The first floor of the house follows an open floor plan concept with kitchen, dining, and living rooms, plus a full bath and laundry room and bedroom with one queen bed. Enjoy the cozy gas fireplace with real flames, while looking out the window toward the Wilmington Range. Radiant in-floor heating throughout the house also provides warmth and coziness, and in the hotter summer months, the natural thermal properties of logs keep the house cool, along with french bi-fold doors opening onto the deck for fresh air. The kitchen is fully equipped for you to make lovely meals if you so wish, with brand new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs is the master suite area including loft and bath. The bedroom features a walkout balcony accessed via french doors, and mountain views from the queen bed. The upstairs bathroom is entirely of slate tile and red cedar, with a jacuzzi hot-tub, natural slate and glass shower, and dual flush European style toilet. There is an open loft and TV sitting room also featuring a twin bed, pull out futon, which can enjoyed as a lounging area for the master suite, or desk working area, or kids sleeping area with a comfy new futon that can lay out flat for children. This charming log chalet-style home is the perfect size for a week or weekend getaway to the Adirondack Mountains, and you'll feel you're in the Adirondacks whether at this home, or out enjoying the Adirondack region. The world class town of Lake Placid is just 15 minutes away, with fine dining and shopping, and it's the heart of the Adirondack High Peaks with the best access for hiking. Keene Valley, a hiker's destination, is also just 15 minutes away. And of course, Whiteface Mt ski area is just up the road 5 minutes away. The Ausable River is world famous for its fly fishing, and you can even enjoy your private fishing area on the bank in front of your vacation home. Wilmington is really located in a great area of the Adirondacks - it's the ski and mountain biking capital of the Adirondacks, and 15 minutes away from the best hiking in New York State. Exterior of the house features a huge deck, with Adirondack cedar chairs, overlooking the Ausable River, a BBQ grill for your use, canoes for guests use on nearby ponds (special-use clause section in house rental agreement applies), and a firepit with plenty of Free Firewood to burn! (always keep your fire under control, not too big, and never leave unattended).

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Home in Wilmington

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 243 reviews

Mountain Cabin with a View!

ESTHER MOUNTAIN CHALET - Located on a private, quiet lane with acreage this cabin is just 1.9 miles to Whiteface and 20 minutes to Lake Placid. It offers a hot tub, sauna, stunning mountain views and is Dog Friendly (no cats). This open plan 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sleeps 8 guests in 3 beds (King and Queen) plus Queen-size foam mattress and pull-out sofa. Additional amenities include a gas fireplace, outdoor fire pit with Trex chairs, BBQ grill, fully equipped kitchen and beaver pond out back!

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Home in Wilmington

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Humble Home Away From Home in the Adirondacks

A quaint home away from home located in the heart of the Adirondacks in the town of Wilmington directly on Rt 86 2 bedroom, 1 bath with living space, dining room and kitchen Private entry, personal parking A small front yard with the view of Whiteface mountain although power lines are seen in this view Walking distance from the towns Little Supermarket Minutes from Whiteface Mountain Ski Center, Whiteface Memorial Highway, Santa’s Workshop & Lake Placid Many nearby hiking trails/nature walks

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Home in Minerva

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

Cozy Central Adirondack Charmer

Quaint two-bedroom, one bath home located in the Central Adirondacks close to everything. Comfortable with amenities including WIFI, Smart TV, and washer/dryer. Minutes off I-87. Less than 10 miles to Gore Mountain Ski Resort and Hudson River rafting. Easy High Peaks access for hiking, biking and paddling. Snowmobiling and cross-country skiing nearby. 3 miles to Minerva Lake. Schroon Lake and Lake George are easy drives. A carefree home base for all your four-season recreational needs.

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Home in North Hudson

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

High on Blue Ridge

This is a small 3 bedroom house with big covered porch , New Paint, Floors , mattresses and Furniture every thing you need for a weekend or a month Vacation. Across the street from Blue ridge River / Falls Good for many activities.Large backyard and fire pit, Close to Boreas pond Tract which is opened to Public in 2016 for hiking. Less then 15 minutes from Schroon lake and the Village for shopping and Public beach.Minute from the "buffalo" farm where crafts, Produce and other things are sold.

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Home in Lake Placid

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviews

Charming 2 Bedroom Modern 1880’s Farmhouse

A renovated 1880’s farmhouse with all the modern amenities yet keeping the charm. It is between Lake Placid (5 miles) and Saranac Lake (4.5 miles) in North Elba’s tiny hamlet of Ray Brook. It has a completely fenced in yard with lots of room to play and a large back deck to watch it all happen. *We allow 2 small or 1 medium well behaved, fully vaccinated, house trained dog.s. If your pet falls within these guidelines please book otherwise please contact for approval. Thank you, STR-200445

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Home in Saranac Lake

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Tara Kottage Near Lake Flower

Tara Kottage, near Lake Flower, is easy walking distance to many restaurants, breweries, and local craft shopping. Historic downtown is 1.3 miles away. The 23-mile Saranac Lake Chain of Lakes beckons from across the street...and the Saranac Lake 6er hiking experience awaits. -Easy drive to world class skiing at Whiteface Mtn. -Perfect for Ironman training -10 minute drive to Olympic center in Lake Placid -Endless family friendly hikes and plenty of challenges for more seasoned mountaineers

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Home in Keene

5 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Gristmill Springs

Gristmill Springs Nestled in the high peaks region of the Adirondacks, our cottage boasts views of the Cascade Range and Hurricane Mountain. We are minutes from downtown Keene and local hiking trails. We offer a fully-outfitted kitchen and a living room with working fireplace. We have a stereo system with turntable and a collection of LP’s from the 70’s and 80’s. In the warm weather, enjoy the outdoor shower! Our cottage is newly upgraded and ready to host you and your friends and family.

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Home in Jay

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 382 reviews

Yinzer House - Arcade Fun Near Whiteface

Unwind in your mountain escape! This modern one-bedroom home is your perfect basecamp for exploring the Adirondacks. Surrounded by mountains, you're just a short drive from Lake Placid, the high peaks, and Whiteface Mountain. Inside, cozy up by the fireplace with a good book or challenge friends to a friendly retro arcade showdown. After a day of adventure, grill up dinner and enjoy the starry sky by the fire pit. With a plethora of board games, there's always something fun to do.

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Home in Wilmington

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 466 reviews

THE VIEW! THE VIEW! THE VIEW!

A 1900 farmhouse that has been in the family for generations. Recently renovated to accommodate up to 5 guests, it is clean with simple furnishings and a SPECTACULAR VIEW! Located RIGHT ON NYS RTE 86 (close to the road) with easy access to nearby attractions. The house is split in 2 and is designed for 2 families. I rent out "The View" using airbnb exclusively. My wife and I reside in the back portion of the house with a separate entrance and separate parking.

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Home in Keene

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Ascent House - Keene

Ascent House, a unique retreat meticulously crafted for resting and recharging after exploring in our beautiful Adirondack Wilderness. Flooded with natural light, every room offers calming frames of nature. Clean, organized, sharp lines complement a design stripped to its essential. Watch the sun peak through the forest and rise over the mountains through expansive windows. Ascend the levels of the house, each revealing more of landscape. We hope you love it here.

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Home in Port Kent

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 300 reviews

18 Lake, overlooking beautiful Lake Champlain

Welcome to 18 Lake. Situated in beautiful, quiet, Port Kent, NY., this is the perfect place to relax and to get away. People come from all across the country to tour the area on bicycles in summer, and from all over the world during the winter for Lake Placid's winter sports. In fall, the colors are incredible. You will find golf about 1/2 mile away, and other attractions such as Ausable Chasm, High Falls Gorge, orchards, boating, hiking, and more close by!