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4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min!

4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min!

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A lovely view of the back of cabin, firepit, and pond at dusk.
Property grounds
Enjoy time around the fire pit, roasting marshmallows and watching the stars
Stream-fed swimming pond with dock during a beautiful sunset!
Kids playing in the water with provided pool floats/water toys

Overview of 4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 15372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Minerva, NY
  • Popular LocationRevolution Rail Co.16 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoxham Mountain17 min drive
  • Popular LocationGore Mountain Ski Resort20 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1 - Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6 - Bonus Room

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min!

Heron Pond Hideaway is a stunning and spacious, newly decorated, beautiful home on 5 wooded acres in the Adirondacks, perfect for family reunions or getaways with friends and business associates!

Reminiscent of the Great Camp style of the Adirondacks, this beautiful lodge features stained-glass windows, gorgeous wood coffered ceilings, cherry wood trim and built-in custom cabinetry. A soaring stone fireplace graces the cathedral ceiling of the Great Room, and each of the six comfortable private bedrooms is creatively themed.

The large, fully-equipped “chef’s” kitchen is an entertainer’s dream with plenty of counter space, 2 sinks, Wolf gas stove with 4 burners and a center griddle for Saturday morning pancakes, and large refrigerator with wine drawer. The breakfast nook and bar will seat 10-12. And off the kitchen, the lovely formal dining room can seat another 10 (with additional folding table and chairs provided). Our separate family room with kids area includes 65" flat screen tv, Roku, wifi, foosball table, and plenty of games and books, with an additional Game Room for playing pool and mixing cocktails at the bar--everything you could want in a mountain get-away!

Six bedrooms (2-Kings, 1- Queen, 1- Queen and Twin, 1- Full and attached room with 1- Full and 3-Twins) provide plenty of privacy and solitude for a large group. An additional daybed is available on 2nd floor balcony. We think good sleep is key on a vacation so all of our King/Queen beds are memory foam with a soft and firm pillow for each guest to choose from. (Full and twin beds have one pillow per guest). The bed linens are high quality, high thread count, 100% breathable cotton and every bedroom has room darkening blinds and/or curtains for sleeping in. For better quality sleep, we keep the bedrooms cooler, but for those who need it, we provide thick wool or fleece blankets for snuggling up so every is at a happy temperature.

In summer, take a cooling dip in the spring-fed swimming pond or let the kids spend hours exploring our 5 acres of woods or playing in the large, screened treehouse that sleeps 8 or more. Everyone can enjoy the hiking and jogging trails (Moxham Trailhead is less than a mile from the house) or the propane grill, picnic table, basketball court with adjustable hoop height, soccer/volleyball field and campfire area.

Centrally located in the Adirondacks, you’ll find you are a short drive from almost anything your nature-loving heart desires. Beautiful Minerva Beach is just minutes away (1.5 miles from the house) with lifeguard on duty and offers kayak, canoe and paddle board rentals, food stand, tennis & basketball courts. Nearby activities include white water rafting, mountain biking, trout fishing, glass blowing classes, cave exploring, garnet mining, water tubing, the Rev Rail Co and more! As a landing base for day trips, Lake George is 36 minutes away and Lake Placid is 80 min.

In the winter, ski at Gore Mountain just 15 minutes away. Or try the full-service Nordic Center at Garnet Hill for cross country skiing and ice-skating. Snowshoe right out the door of Heron Pond Hideaway! There's also snow tubing, snowmobiling, ice castles, hunting, ice fishing, hok skiing and kick sledding! And after a long day, you’ll relax in our hot tub under a romantic sky full of stars (hot tub not available May 1- Labor Day).

Additionally, we have a wonderful caretaker who lives above the Carriage House on the property and is available for emergencies or other urgent maintenance needs. He plows and sands the driveway through the winter months so you can always be first to the lifts!

The beauty of our cabin is that it is quiet and private, located off a main road and down a gravel road. And as you have no doubt noticed, the weather is very unpredictable these days. Snowy one day and sun shining the next. While the town and our caretaker do an excellent job, the quick change in weather can cause the short non-paved road to our cabin and our steep driveway to become icy or muddy. This most frequently can happen during the late Winter/early Spring. We recommend AWD and driving with caution during these times of the year.

While we are new to Airbnb, we have been on the 'other' major vacation rental site for many years. You can view our listing there to see our 78 5* reviews! Give incredible newly-decorated Heron Pond Hideway a visit. You’ll want to return again and again!

Property manager

Shannon Sadik
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Will Consider Family Gathering, No Kegs policy

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please let us know if your guest count changes. Babies do count. No more than 12 singles. You may be charged if we find your count has changed.
Please do not move the furniture for any reason. This includes moving to accommodate blow up mattresses which are strictly prohibited.
This is not a "party" house. This is our personal family home and we ask you treat it with respect.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Will Consider Family Gathering, No Kegs policy
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Minerva

Located in Minerva, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Gore Mountain Ski Resort and OK Slip Falls Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Adirondack Park and Pharaoh Lake Wilderness. Travelling with kids? Consider Revolution Rail Co. and Blue Line Outdoor Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Minerva, NY

What's nearby

  • Revolution Rail Co. - 16 min drive
  • North Creek Ski Bowl Town Park - 17 min drive
  • Moxham Mountain - 17 min drive
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort - 20 min drive
  • Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Owl at Twilight - 10 min drive
  • Cafe Sarah - 16 min drive
  • barVino - 16 min drive
  • Sporty's Iron Duke Saloon - 6 min drive
  • becks TAVERN - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4000sf Secluded Lodge. Swimming Pond. Treehouse. Lake 5 min away! Gore 15 Min! located?

This family-friendly Minerva cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Adirondack Park and Minerva Lake. Revolution Rail Co. and Moxham Mountain are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gore Mountain Perfection
We wanted one last winter hurrah with our adult kids and their friends. This house was perfect, the communication couldn’t have been better…can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katarina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter wonderland
We stayed at the house for 5 nights with a large group of families and kids from toddlers to teenagers. The house is very beautiful, with lots of nice personal touches, but also very comfortable and spacious. We could all hang out together, but there were also lots of nice nooks and break out areas to keep everyone happy and occupied (pool table and hot tub were a hit, as was the pond, outside fire pit and tree house). Super close to Gore & well set up for ski gear storage. Super accessible but also very private - good place for kids to run around and feel like they are in the middle of wilderness. One of our favorite trips. Thank you Shannon!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
We went on a ski trip with our friends and family. The house is absolutely stunning and has everything you need. The outside view of the pond is beautiful and the tree house was a fun plus. Very close to gore mountain about 15-20 minutes. Every person that came loved the house with no complaints. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Trip so far
My friends and I have been doing a group ski trip every year for the past 6 years and this has been the best so far. The house was immaculate and Shannon was very helpful when we needed. Also the view of the pong covered in snow while we were the was beautiful. The house is only 15 minutes from Gore Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Must Stay!
We’ve been coming to this house for a couple years now. And it just gets better and better. The new owner Shannon really did a beautiful job with the new design of the interior and exterior of the home! She’s also a great Host! I would highly recommend this vacation home,Great place to bring your friends and family! Seeya again next year heron pond!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shannon Sadik

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This is a family-owned and run home. It is a fabulous place to bring children - a quiet location with a lot of wildlife to see. A blue heron took up summer residency in 2008 and enjoys fishing the trout that were caught in local streams and stocked into our pond. We have a large family and have many get-togethers here throughout the year. The kids love kayaking & swimming in the pond when they aren't catching frogs! In winter, we ski at nearby Gore Mountain, go sledding or step into cross-country skis and don headlamps for after-dinner expeditions through our woods.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this cabin and the land because it reminded us of our childhood when we played and pretended outdoors for hours on end. My favorite thing is the treehouse! I would have LOVED this as a kid! It also has space for everyone in our family to come for family reunions and we have a big family! Our cabin is also completely private and secluded, but is still very centrally located. There is so much to do within a short drive. Even Lake George and Lake Placid make for great day trips.

What makes this property unique

Our house has many unique and special features about it. From the spring-fed swimming pond, the 300 sq. ft. Tree House, basketball court, soccer field, and surrounding acres of woods to explore, to the large family kitchen, tastefully decorated Great room, Family room, and Dining rooms of the house, and each bedroom with its own designer theme, everything has been meticulously and carefully maintained and there truly is something for everyone.

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