Location: Duane, Adirondack Mountains, New York, USA (45 min-Lake Placid,35 min-Saranac Lake, 20 min-Malone) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 9)
Keywords: Three Log Cabins on waterfront
Swim, fish, hike, enjoy lawn games, or just relax reading and communing with nature on a private 22 acre preserve with ponds, island, docks, boat, canoe, adirondack chairs and waterfront cabins, including one with a waterside screened porch. Three log cabins, each with private decks, two with full kitchens and 3/4 baths, provide comfort and a peaceful setting for that quiet, away from it all, vacation. There is a telephone and computer hookup.
Wildlife abounds provoking a natural interest amongst all ages.
Enjoy a campfire after supper with chairs surrounding the firepit, away from the camps but adjacent to the water. The western vista provides clear and colorful sunsets which precede the galaxy of stars that brilliantly light the evening and night sky.
Within 30 minutes guests may enjoy two 18 hole golf courses, a country club open to the public, shops, grocery stores, the Almanzo Wilder Homestead which provides tours and seasonal activates, a NYS Visitor Interpretive Center with tours, lectures and exhibits; and just a few miles further, the resort of Lake Placid with its many activities and events throughout the year.
Enjoy a soir francais or dejuner a mere two hours away in beautiful and vibrant Montreal where continuous visitor activities, shows, festivals and sightseeing abound. A day trip to the largest, French-speaking city in the Western hemisphere will provide many memories and experiences.
Informed, friendly caretakers eagerly share their knowledge of local lore and special fishing streams and current activates with guests. Shangri-La in the Adirondacks is the ideal setting for family reunions and gatherings. It provides a natural setting for activities for the entire family, from parent-planned treasure hunts for the children, to swimming, hiking and bicycling for those keeping fit and trim, to fishing, reading, croquet, horseshoes, walking and just communing with nature or with each other, for all.
Guests have left with tears in their eyes as their vacation at Shangri-La has come to an end and they leave the mountains and the water to return home. We invite you to come and enjoy the serenity of Shangri-La in the Adirondacks. You will love it!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseshoes
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Sep 09-Jun 28, 2010 .. $400/night (3 night minimum)
Jun 28, 2010 -Sep 11, 2010 ............... $2350/week
$200 non-refundable cleaning fee
$300 refundable security deposit
$300 pet deposit, if applicable
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Private Retreat with 3 Log Cabins-Ponds-Decks-Island-Sleeps 9
Year Purchased: 1963
Why the Owner Chose Duane
Our family attachment to this area extends from early 1920's and includes, weddings, honeymoons, holidays, reunions, birthdays and anniversarys.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
Nature, in all its silence and beauty is just outside the doors, windows and walls of Shangri-La. Animal life abounds and genrations of animals return to the forest and ponds at Shangri-La. They provide much company and round out our gatherings. On a clear night, a walk around the main pond brings the stars seemingly within touch. Shangri-La, away from city light and highway noise, allows a focus on the wonderment of nature with all its attributes.
Owner's Map of Duane
As a native New Yorker, and now a long-time Californian, I cherish my roots and memories of the Adirondacks, returning frequently to enjoy nature's wonderful gifts as so abundantly evidenced at Shangri-La.
Property Photos
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- Aerial view - Adirondack Mountains, New York-Waterfront Log Cabins
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- Screen porch - Adirondack Mountains, New York-Waterfront Log Cabins
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- Main cabin and small cabin - Adirondack Mountains, New York-Waterfront Log Cabins
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- Queen Bed Main Camp
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- Living Room Main Cabin
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- Partial Kitchen View
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- Living Room Main Cabin
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- Boat dock and boats
Traveler Reviews (17)
A Relaxing Getaway
Guest: Debbie/Scott
(Swanville, Maine)
Date of Stay: 07/01/11
Review Submitted: 08/02/11
What a tranquil place (excluding, of course, the spectacular 4th of July fireworks at Lake Placid). We had nightly serenades by choruses of mink and green frogs, with an occasional percussive note accented by a bull frog. One morning we awoke to see a deer standing sentinel across the pond. Banded purple butterflies were everywhere. A luminous pale green and other-worldly luna moth graced us with its presence, an event that is becoming rarer in other places due to encroaching light pollution. And the spectacular enormity of the Milky Way, another sight that requires the quiet darkness. Although we love to hike and canoe, we were very content to remain at Shangri-la, relaxing on the spacious lawn, swimming in the refreshing pond, winding down. Next time we'll consider exploring the area more, but this time we enjoyed the rustic comfort of home.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, people with disabilities, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Shangri-La is a great camp that is extremely versatile in the opportunities it affords vacationers
Guest: Jack
(Trumbull, Connecticut)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 08/01/11
The Adirondacks are a national treasure. In the late 1800`s the cognoscenti of the wealthy built great camps to escape to nature at it`s finest. They wanted access to all the opportunities outlined in the description of Shangri-La that fit the period. On a mini scale you can live and relive those same experiences. You drop-out and enjoy camp life as described or you can be as active as your body will allow, running, biking, hiking, mountain or rock climbing, water sports, trout fishing,golf etc, etc. Nearby Lake Placid hosted two Winter Olympics, hence, the village is rich in history, resturants, shops and quaintness. This camp fits the interest and needs of families and persons of awide age spectrum. I know just how special Shangri-La could be for you.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great spot for families & kids
Guest: Dave & friends
(Elkins, West Virginia)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10
Review Submitted: 08/26/10
We had an incredible time, and couldn’t have picked a better place. We were a pretty large party – 6 adults and 7 kids -- and Shangri-la was the perfect size for us. We found lots to do on-site and in the surrounding area – hiking up local mountains, biking on roads and trails, paddling nearby lakes. The kids had a blast fishing in the pond and catching frogs, and the island was a big hit. We had some stunning night skies, great campfires, and beautiful mornings on the porch. We’ll be back.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
californians, see upstate ny.....
Guest: fran
(fillmore, california)
Date of Stay: 07/31/09
Review Submitted: 08/16/10
we arrived into boston, and drove to shang-ri-la, it was so charming and welcoming....... a wonderful place to relax, see nature, and breathe!!! the walks, sunsets, and small town life , are all of what make this a special place , a place we want to return to again and again...... very comfortable and enjoyable......
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Peaceful, Relaxing, Beautiful Vacation Spot
Guest: Alex
(Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 08/02/10
Review Submitted: 08/13/10
Just wrapped up a week vacation here and we could not have asked for a more peaceful and relaxing vacation spot. Would definitely recommend for someone who wants to get away. Great for solo trips, couple trips, or group/family trips. The lake and private island is awesome, and lots in the surrounding land and property to explore. Great soft grassy lawns surround the cabins. Also picnic areas, fire pit, boats, piers out into the private lake (including on the private island). And the weather is gorgeous, especially for those of us wanting to escape the heat of farther south.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, people with disabilities, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Guest: Katherine V
(Brookline, MA)
Date of Stay: 10/18/09
Review Submitted: 10/18/09
My Labor Day weekend drive from Boston was amazingly fast and easy. Shangri-La was so peaceful and refreshing with no sounds except the sounds of nature and of us having fun. Loved It!
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Guest: David C.
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/26/07
Review Submitted: 08/26/07
Thank you so much Bob. Your little "lost city" in the Adirondacks is perfection. The celebration was a much needed distraction for all of us, and your home provided us with a truly beautiful apot for it. Best of luck -
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Guest: Andy W.
(-)
Date of Stay: 07/06/07
Review Submitted: 07/06/07
A wonderful vacation at Shangri-La in the Adirondacks! This place is special - an Eden where peace and serenity abound - but close to the excitement of the 4th of July parade & fireworks at Lake Placid. Thank you for these wonderful memories!
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