Location: Lake Placid, Adirondack Mountains, New York, USA (Only a 4 minute walk to Main Street.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Loft + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Perfect Location -- Year-Round Activities -- Escape to the Adirondacks and Enjoy the Comforts of Home
This home is the perfect getaway for family groups to enjoy together. Discover the convenience of being in the center of town while relaxing in a quiet and peaceful setting. Escape the hustle and bustle of home without having to isolate yourselves in the deep woods.
Unwind on one of our two secluded outdoor decks. The lower deck is screened and has a porch swing, table and chairs -- perfect for wine and cheese. The upper deck has a picnic table, comfortable cedar Adirondack chairs and a gas BBQ -- great for taking in the mountain sunshine.
Our cozy den has a beautiful gas fireplace and large screen TV. The spacious Adirondack great room has cathedral knotty cedar ceilings and plenty of room to relax and unwind.
Centrally located in the heart of the historic village of Lake Placid. Leave your car parked in the heated two-car garage while you explore the village, walk to the Olympic Arena, catch the Whiteface Ski Shuttle, jog around Mirror Lake or bike the fabulous scenic mountain highways.
Easy access to swimming (Mirror Lake), biking, skiing, tobagganing and many other outdoor activities. Enjoy a relaxing stroll to dinner at one of the many fine restaurants and pubs in town. Sample some of the award winning micro-brews or savor your favorite wine without having to worry about who is going to safely drive you home. Easily accesible in the winter.
At-home recreation includes: Hot Tub (8 person), Gas Fireplace (new Oct. 2010), Professional Quality Ping-Pong Table (new Nov. 2010), Air Hockey, Foosball, High Definition 42" Plasma TV, High-Speed Wireless Internet.
SPECIAL IRONMAN RENTAL INFORMATION (Sorry, Ironman 2012 not available)
Please note that for an Ironman rental we will require a two-week total rental --this may be split between two visits - a late spring training visit and the actual event visit -- the event visit must end on a Sunday -- most past Ironman athletes have stayed the week after the event. Since our normal rental week for the summer is Sunday to Sunday this is the only way for us not to "lose" part of two very popular July rental weeks. Our home is perfectly situated for Ironman -- no parking issues (a serious consideration for this race!) and walking distance to the swim and transition area -- plus a hot tub for after the race.
As fellow triathletes we try to be fair to Ironman athletes while not negatively affecting our peak rental season. We do this two ways #1 - We do not increase our normal summer rates for Ironman and #2 - We request the two-week total rental described above.
Distances to nearby attractions:
Main Street: 4 Minute Walk
Shopping: 4 Minute Walk
Whiteface Ski Shuttle: 5 Minute Walk
Olympic Arena: 8 Minute Walk
Mirror Lake Beach: 8 Minute Walk
Speed Skating Oval: 9 Minute Walk
Ironman Transition Area: 9 Minute Walk
Ski Jumping Facility: 5 Minute Drive
Lake Placid Horse Shows: 5 Minute Drive
Ausable River Fishing: 8 Minute Drive
Bobsled, Luge, Skelton: 10 Minute Drive
Whiteface Mountain Ski Area: 15 Minute Drive
ADK Loj & High Peaks Access: 15 Minute Drive
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Free washer in home.
- Dryer (2) : Free dryers (2) in home.
- Linens Provided
- Garage : Heated, large, attached two car garage.
- Off Street Parking : Space for 5 vehicles
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Gas Fireplace : Installed September 2010!!!
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed : Double Futon in Den / TV Room
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Twin mattresses (no bed frame) in loft.
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Private Hot Tub : Large, 8 person outdoor sheltered tub.
- Cable/Satellite TV : High Definition 42" Plasma - HBO included
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Foosball
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Ice maker and filtered water.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Large gourmet grill.
- Balcony (2) : Lower balcony is screened with swing and small table & chairs -- perfect for entertaining without the bugs. Upper balcony has large picnic table, adirondack chairs and BBQ.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Winter views of the Seward Range and McKenzie Mtn.
- Communications
- Telephone : Free local calls.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : High-Speed Wireless.
- Other Amenities
- Upper and Lower Decks, two-car heated garage, additional off-street parking for 5 vehicles (7 total), refrigerator with ice maker and filtered water dispenser.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Other Activities
- Figure Skating, Hockey, Speed Skating, Luge, Bobsledding, Canoing, Backpacking, Bird Watching, Rollerblading, Gondola Ride on Whiteface Mountain, Ski Jumping, Drive up Whiteface Mountain, Tour the Olympic Facilities, Snowboarding, Bobsledding, Luge, Toboggan Chute onto Mirror Lake, Snowshoeing, Sledding, Ice Climbing, Ice Fishing, Dog Sledding.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan 4 - Apr 8, 2012... ..$375/night (3 night minimum*)
Apr 9 - June 16, 2012 ...$295/night - (3 night minimum*)
June 17 - Sep 2, 2012....$2995/week. (Sun-Sun wkly only)(Ironman 2012 - not avail)
Sep 3 - Dec 13, 2012.....$325/night - (3 night minimum*)
Dec 14 - Jan 8, 2013.....$450/night - (4 night minimum*)
Jan 9 - Apr 9, 2013......$425/night - (3 night minimum*)
Note:$185 cleaning fee will be added to all rentals (Ironman 2012 - not avail)
*Minimum stay/rates may be slightly higher during holidays/weekends/special events
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Affordable, Relaxing, Centrally Located, Family Friendly
Year Purchased: 2006
The Unique Benefits at this House
Location is one of the best features of our home -- we're in the center of the village tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood. When we visit we walk everywhere and leave the cars behind! Some of our guests enjoy walks around Mirror Lake, a stroll down Main Street or a tour of the Olympic Arena. Other guests find that our home is so comfortable that they have a hard time leaving it behind!
Owner's Map of Lake Placid
We both love the Adirondacks and Lake Placid. Lake Placid is a wonderful family vacation destination. Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the challenging bike terrain, miles of hiking/running/skiing trails and crisp mountain lakes. Explore the beauty that is the Adirondacks and discover why we've kept returning after close to 50 years of visits!
Property Photos
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- Relax and Unwind in our Village Home - Lake Placid, New York Vacation Rental
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- Enjoy our Spacious and Comfortable Adirondack Great Room - Lake Placid, New York Vacation Rental
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- Cozy Den with Fireplace and HDTV - Lake Placid, New York Vacation Rental
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- Relax in Our Large, 8 Person Hot Tub - Outside but Sheltered
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- Great Room / Entry Foyer
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- Satisfy Your Family Using our Well-Equipped, Spacious Modern Kitchen
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- Upper Queen Bedroom
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- King Bedroom
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- Lower Queen Bedroom
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- Bunkroom -- Sturdy Bunks Sleep 4
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- Sweet Loft for the Kids ! -- Sleeps 2
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- Table Tennis, Air Hockey and Foosball in Recreation Room
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- Upper Deck - Enjoy our Comfortable Adirondack Chairs, Picnic Table and Grill
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- Lower Deck - Screened for Insect-Free Enjoyment!
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- Street View -- Cedar and Natural Native Stone
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- Winter View -- Perfect Village Location for Skiing Whiteface + Heated Garage!
Traveler Reviews (8)
Martin Luther King Family Ski Weekend
Guest: Lori
(United States)
Date of Stay: 01/13/12
Review Submitted: 01/30/12
The house was great! Very well maintained and clean, comfy and cozy. It was a VERY cold weekend (-17 degrees on Saturday) but we were warm and toasty inside -- we LOVED the fireplace -- which came in handy when we watched the GIANTS beat the 49ers. It was too cold outside to use the hot tub, but the boys used the game room, which was great. Loved the big bar in the kitchen area. The kitchen table was big and great for playing board games, and the walk into town was close - but cold. The garage was awesome! The only negative is that the shower heads are built for shorter people than us -- we range from 5'7" to 6'4". We just squatted - and it was fine. We will DEFINITELY come back again! Thanks GGR!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Thanksgiving at Gordon's Retreat
Guest: grammie
(new york)
Date of Stay: 11/23/11
Review Submitted: 11/29/11
Our three generations of family enjoyed a delightful Thanksgiving weekend in this beautiful and comfortable home. Plenty of room for everyone and large open living areas for shared time. We prepared our traditional Thanksgiving meal and found all the necessary tools and appliances. Nothing was missing! Well maintained and clean with all the comforts of home. Tastefully decorated. A residential neighborhood yet very private. Great playground nearby made an adventure for the kids. Easy walk to Main Steet - it is up hill on the way home. We even had several inches of snow which simply enhanced the experience. We really did not explore to much prefering to stay in by the fireplace and enjoy the home and each other. We would not hesitate to recommend this property.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A great fun filled girl's weekend
Guest: Kitty
(Black River, N.Y.)
Date of Stay: 09/29/11
Review Submitted: 11/05/11
I can not say enough good things about this house. I have rented a few cabins in Jay,but renting this house just on the outside of Lake Placid was the best. The house was very clean and well maintained.The house is filled with everything you need. There was nothing lacking to make the stay anymore enjoyable.Everything was just perfect.The hot tub came in very handy after horse back riding near Mirror Lake,and a long day at white face for the oct fest.Very short distance to town walking or riding.Thankyou for opening your house to the girl's weekend away. Eveyone had a great time.
Recommended for:Girls getaway.
What a great place to stay with friends or family
Guest: Paul
(Ballston Lake, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/07/11
Review Submitted: 04/14/11
The house is perfect for families or friends to stay and enjoy Lake Placid. Easy walk to Main St. Everything about it makes you feel at home. Very well kept and clean. Thank you!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Comfort...a home away from home
Guest: Snoglo
(Ottawa, Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/25/11
Review Submitted: 04/06/11
is what we got. Family and friends gathered for a relaxing weekend at this beautiful home perched high on a hill above the village of Lake Placid, nestled in a quiet community, with views of the surrounding mountains off in the distance. The hot tub was relaxing, the games room was taxing and the morning coffee run to Starbucks invigorating. This house is perfect for all age groups 64 to age 2. Note that the ladder to the loft is straight up and not for the faint at heart...the teens will love it! Be prepared for a house that has everything you need and a delightful Adirondack decor to match.
Owner response:Thank you for the nice review! However ... we are not exactly perched high above the village. Needless to say, we have only limited winter views of the Seward Range which is west of Lake Placid. Our home is indeed in a very quiet neighborhood within the village.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Annual Family Ski Weekend
Guest: Mike
(Syracuse, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11
Review Submitted: 01/27/11
Gordon's Grand View Lake Placid home is wonderful! This spacious house had plenty of room for our extended family "get away" of five couples (ages 26-58). We particularly enjoyed the large kitchen area for social gathering, meals, and board games on the huge kitchen table. The game room downstairs was fantastic!...ping pong, air hockey and fooseball were all used, and often. And, of course, there's the hot tub... nothing like it after a long day of skiing. The beds were all comfortable, two bathrooms were very adequate, and the new gas fireplace was warm and cozy! This clean and inviting house is fast becoming our "home away from home!"
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Lady Adventure Fall Retreat
Guest: Luann
(Adams, NY)
Date of Stay: 09/19/09
Review Submitted: 01/01/11
What a surprise when we walked in the door: it is a beautiful home. This house was perfect for our group to stay together. The gorgeous, open kitchen / living room were a perfect gathering area for family and friends. We loved the decor that echoed that we were in the Adirondacks. We loved it so much that the next time we went to Lake Placid we stayed there again. I recommend to everyone when they are planning a trip to Lake Placid.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Perfect location, great family/friend vacation spot!!
Guest: Columbus Day Travelers
(Phoenix, NY)
Date of Stay: 10/07/10
Review Submitted: 12/29/10
We stayed at this house for a weeked in Oct 2010 and had a wonderful time. The house was very clean and had plenty of space. The house is in a pretty good location, just a short walk to town but far enough away that the noise doesn't bother you. I was very impressed with the renovations tha owner has made to make the rental modern and comfortable. The game room, loft and hot tub are a bonus. There is ample parking space for you and your guests which is important. Overall, this is a great vacation home and I had a great experience and would recommend you try it. The Owners were very accomodating.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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