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Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake

Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake

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Overview of Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Saranac Lake, NY
  • Popular LocationSaranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station2 min drive
  • Popular LocationBartok Cabin4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Flower4 min drive
  • AirportSaranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)10 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Master

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake

**please feel free to contact us if your proposed stay is less than the minimum number of nights required.

Our waterfront traditional Adirondack farmhouse style home offers early 1900s charm with 21st century amenities. We have beautiful lake views, a wrap around covered porch overlooking the lake, an out door stone fire pit, and private dock. With 5 bedrooms and 3 levels of space, we are prefect for families and groups. Located on a private single lane road nearly adjacent to the beach. Close to Whiteface Mountain, Mt. Pisgah, the villages of Saranac Lake & Lake Placid, restaurants and activities.

We are located on a single-lane private road with a handful of homes. Our parking is located adjacent to this road, in our parking area and along the side of the lane. We have space for about 4 cars. Guests may access our dock and “boathouse” from either the stairs or the lake trail between the house and the lake. Guests have access to the garage as well as the games, bicycles and grill stored there.

*Please bring your own Beach and bath towels, as well as any personal washcloth type items.
Inside the home, we have the original wood floors throughout, and the house is decorated and furnished in both the Adirondack and classic styles, and features cedar log beds and early 1900s furniture throughout. Our living area has a view of the lake and is furnished with a couch, plush chairs, a rocker and an additional game or working table and chairs that double as additional seating for meals with large gatherings. The brick fireplace is the centerpiece of the room. The formal stair case sweeps up from the room to the second floor. We offer a flat screen TV on which guests may utilize their streaming services. For those musically inclined, an upright piano adds to the ambiance. The dining room also overlooks the lake, and has a beautiful hickory table with seating for 10. There is a ½ bath as well as a laundry room on the first floor. Our kitchen features Hickory cabinets and granite tops. It is a working galley style kitchen, and is fully stocked with most everything you may need for preparing and serving meals. The main entrance that we use leads into the kitchen. From there,, guests may also access the second floor via the old “servants’ stairs”. Kids love the flow of the house with two sets of stair cases!

The second floor features two full baths. One has the original claw foot tub and shower, with a rich brick floor. The other features a stand up shower, hardwood floor and 4 foot sink top. The largest bedroom features sweeping views of the lake right from your bed, as well as a gas fireplace. The main bed is a queen, and a twin size bed shares the space as well. Bedroom 2 has a gorgeous lake view and a full size bed, while bedroom 3 has a tree-view to the north and west, with a full size bed and an armoir.
Our third story space is accessed though a custom set of stairs retrofitted during renovation to provide easier access to an additional two bedrooms. The stairs are a touch steeper than those found in modern buildings, but have hand rails to assist. The blue room has a queen bed with a twin bunk bed over the top of it, and a stand alone twin sized bed. The orange room has two separate twin size beds and features built in shelving and cabinets. Both rooms have a view of the lake and offer excellent air flow from the breeze high up over the lake.

Location:

The Village of Saranac Lake is within walking distance and Lake Placid is about 15 minutes by car. Dewey Mountain ski (Nordic) and mountain bike center Minnesota Street. Whiteface Mountain and Titus Mountains are both approximately 40 minutes. Activities available everywhere and within just a few minutes of the house. Several hikes with peak summits, local park with basketball tennis and kids attractions is in walking distance on a protected path, mountain biking, Mount Pisgah, art and antique galleries, a historic carousel, Lake Flower and Saranac Lake boat launches, the farmers market, and main Street with food and entertainment. The Pendragon theater and the Lake Placid Center for the Arts offer excellent diversions.
PET POLICY: Pets are welcome on case by case basis, and guests should inquire first. We do not allow more than one animal per reservation. Our pet fee is $75/ night to a maximum of $250 per stay. Dogs must not be left unattended unless crated, and are strictly prohibited from furniture (including beds!) and especially our wool Pendleton plankets and bedding. Guests must clean up after the pet both inside and out of the home. Maximum size dog permitted is 60 lbs. Pease note we have original smooth wood floors and stair steps, and the home is not suitable for high energy or young excitable dogs.

1/2 BATH -Our 1/2 bath is open seasonally during the late spring, summer & fall, as it was part of the original 1901 construction designed as a summer only home. We converted the home to a 4 season residence, but, this bath is not over the basement foundation and we keep the water off from December until the cold weather passes. If you need the bath to accommodate someone in your party with mobility concerns, please let us know in advance and we will gladly restore its service during your stay. Thank you!
TRAILERS - if you plan to bring a trailer such as a boat in the summer (please note Lake Colby is a 10 horse max, but Lower Saranac Lake is just minutes away!) or a snowmobile in the winter, please note we have limited space at the house, but we do have parking recommenations, if it will not fit.

Property manager

Todd Drake
Premier Host
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact owner b4 booking. pet fee applies.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Saranac Lake

Located in Saranac Lake, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station and Robert Louis Stevenson Cottage and Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whiteface Mountain and Mount Pisgah Ski Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Solar Eclipse 2024 and Boots and Birdies. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Adirondack Health - 8 min walk
  • Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 2 min drive
  • Mount Pisgah Ski Area - 4 min drive
  • Bartok Cabin - 4 min drive
  • Lake Flower - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 6 min drive
  • Donnelly's Ice Cream - 5 min drive
  • Nori s, Good Food Naturally - 2 min drive
  • Campfire Adirondack Grill + Bar - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Four season Adirondack home on Lake Colby - Saranac Lake located?

This family-friendly Saranac Lake holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Solar Eclipse 2024 and Adirondack Health. Mount Pisgah Ski Area and Adirondack Artists Guild are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.6/5

Check-in

4.8/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.7/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Anthony f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
warm and charming winter getaway
house was awesome, Todd was a great host. would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adirondack Fun at our Fingertips
We were a family of 13, four adult couples and 5 children, ranging in age from 5 to 74!! It's hard to find a place that can accommodate us all and the Lake Colby house was it. The house has 19th century charm and it made us feel like we were really in the Adirondacks. Beds were comfortable and Todd did so much to accommodate us, even bringing over a blender for our morning smoothies and evening frozen cocktails! Everyone enjoyed reading on the porch and looking at the lake. The dining room table fit all of us for big family meals. The small table in the living room was perfect for puzzles and crafts. We enjoyed our late night talks and s'mores around the fire pit. Everyone enjoyed hopping in canoes, kayaks and paddle boards and exploring the lake. Even the five year olds were able to master the kids' kayaks. The lake itself was beautiful with lots of areas to explore from your own boat. The public beach was next door and our kids could walk or bike there without crossing a street, which made us feel safe. The kids also made a fort in the wild area past the beach. We all enjoyed walks through the state forest at the end of the road. The location was also perfect for exploring the towns of Saranac Lake and Lake Placid. There were endless activities that matched everyone's tastes. I can't recommend this house enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time at the Lake
This house and its location are absolutely spectacular. I greatly appreciate historic architecture and the owners have done such a loving job of restoring this beautiful home. The house was equipped with everything we needed. And the boat house had canoes and kayaks for everyone. It was wonderful to see my 10 and 7 year old grandchildren get on their life jackets and take canoes out on the lake. The 4 year old loved the nearby sandy beach. The adults had a great time in the canoes and hiking. It was a good family time together, with family members coming from Salt Lake City, Rochester, and San Diego.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Naomi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing weekend
Excellent experience in a peaceful spot. Thank you for such a wonderful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

5/5 Excellent

Vesper M., Gansevoort

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake Colby Lakefront Home
I recently stayed at this home with my husband and our 4 kids ages 11 to 6. Close family friends also vacationed with us and their family included 2 adults and a 13 y/o. The home is 100+ years old and beautifully restored. The home is huge! As a party of 9 we had beds left over. We spent the majority of our week sitting on the wrap around porch and enjoying the views of the lake. When we weren't on the porch the kids loved fishing from the dock. The home has so many kayaks and canoes! We were all able to explore the lake at once. The home also included a huge variety of life jackets. The public beach which has life guards is next to the property so we could easily walk to it. The kids loved swimming to the platform at the public beach. There are several hiking and biking trails near by, Lake Placid is also a short drive away. There were so many restaurants near by, we loved Tail O' the Pup and La Bella Ristorante. At night we enjoyed sitting around the fire pit and roasting s'mores. Plenty of outside seating was provided so we had less to pack. We all enjoyed the historic home which was decorated with not only Adirondack charm but also many historic items. We could tell that the home is loved by its owners and well cared for. On many days our kids didn't want to leave the house at all, they just wanted to be in the water or fish. There are many board games at the house as well. Every morning the kids would search through the game cabinet for a game to play at the dining room table. We loved that the home was close to restaurants and included so many amenities. The home owner was easily reached and he provided recommendations for different fishing locations on the lake and trails to hike/bike. Our kids said that this was one of their favorite vacations. Overall a great vacation in a beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Todd Drake

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We are a family of 2 adults and 4 children that together both work on and enjoy our lake properties! We acquired our home in 2016 from the Phillips family of Virginia, which had held the home as a seasonal residence on Lake Colby for over 100 years, and spent two years on remodeling and improving the property. We take lots of pride in our home on Lake Colby, and ensure that everything is ready to the highest standards for our guests.

Why they chose this property

The home was built in 1901, as a summer residence. We painstakingly restored the home to its original finishes, and added modern conveniences in the kitchen and baths, and in the process converted the home to a year-round residence with central heating. We have original blown glass windows overlooking the original wrap around covered porch – a wonderful place to enjoy gorgeous summer afternoons overlooking the lake. Our private dock and “boathouse” gives our guests access to swimming and boating with our array of canoes and kayaks. We are located in sight of the village beach, a wonderful place for families to gather for sand volleyball, swimming and sand castle building. We have lots of games for beach and otherwise, and a few bicycles (may need to inflate the tires!) in our garage that guests are welcome to use.
PET POLICY
Pets are welcome on case by case basis, and guests should inquire first. We do not allow more than one animal per reservation. Our pet fee is $75/ night to a maximum of $250 per stay. Dogs must not be left unattended unless crated, and are strictly prohibited from furniture (including beds!) and especially our wool Pendleton plankets and bedding. Guests must clean up after the pet both inside and out of the home. Maximum size dog permitted is 60 lbs. Pease note we have original smooth wood floors and stair steps, and the home is not suitable for high energy or young excitable dogs.

What makes this property unique

In summer, we spend our days hiking Mt Baker, Ampersand or any of the "Saranac 6" peaks. The beach is next door...or...swim, canoe and kayak from our dock in the back yard, right on Lake Colby! Mountain and road biking (rentals in town), horseback riding, boating (rentals on Lower Saranac Lake 1 mile away)...there is so much to do and see all year round! Saranac Lake and Lake Placid are hosts to many summer events, including the Horse Show, Can Am Rugby, Iron-Man Lake Placid, Lacrosse Festival, Farmer’s Market on Lake Flower and much more.

In the winter, we spend our days cross country skiing & snow shoeing at nearby Dewey Mtn, Mt. Van Hovenberg or Cascade Lakes. We sled at SLHS field or our secret place out in the woods (we will share it with you!). Ice skating on the lake or on the oval at Mirror Lake in Lake Placid. Downhill skiing at Whiteface, Titus and Mt. Pisgah (1/4 mile away !). Snowmobile trails C7 and C7B accessible from the house! Extreme snow tubing and Bobsled rides at the Olympic facilities. Plenty to do in town....Bitters & Bones for tapas plates, entertainment and games, The Waterhole for concerts, Casa Del Sol for incredible north country Mexican food! Don't miss all the fun at Winter Carnival during the 2nd week of February each year!

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