Forest Hideaway

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A cabin with a large windowed front section, surrounded by a grassy area with red Adirondack chairs.
A wooden deck with picnic tables and chairs, large windows with a forest view, and a hanging light fixture.
A wooden deck with a dining table set for four, surrounded by chairs, overlooking a forested area.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A red cabin with a dirt path leading up to it, surrounded by trees and rocks.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Keene, NY
  • Place, Ausable River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirror Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Whiteface Mountain
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Keene

Located in Keene, this holiday home is in the mountains. Mirror Lake and Hurricane Mountain Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Adirondack Reflections and Dartbrook Rustic Goods. The Birch Store and Santa's Workshop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
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Keene, NY

What's nearby

  • Ausable River - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mirror Lake - 21 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Olympic Center - 21 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Whiteface Mountain - 25 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Ausable Chasm - 42 min drive - 69.5 km

Getting around

  • Westport Station - 25 min drive
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cedar Run Cafe and Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noon Mark Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Forty Six - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ausable Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Forest Hideaway pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

How much is parking at Forest Hideaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Forest Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forest Hideaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forest Hideaway located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Keene Arts, Keene Town Hall and Adirondack Reflections. Ausable River and Dartbrook Rustic Goods are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin, it was a great layout for our family and two dogs. We really liked hiking in the woods and the fire pit and screened porch. The spiral, metal staircase was a bit difficult to manage for adults as it is quite narrow but kids would probably love it. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, rustic house on extremely private property, surrounded by white pines! We’ve stayed here twice and hope to return in the future. The owner was responsive and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the property. The view of the tall conifers from the second floor porch was magnificant. We were equally thrilled with the trails around the property. Porcupine Cliffs is not to be missed! The house was lovely. We depended on the mini-splits because the Adirondack weather was very rainy and damp that week. The spiral staircase is fun!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin and amenities were in great condition. Host was welcoming and salted the walkway and deck due to snow/ice storm during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent secluded house in a beautiful location. Dogs loved the fenced in yard. The private trails were also very beautiful and easy to follow. Convenient to get to Lake Placid, Whiteface Mountain, and all the local hiking spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Keene Cabin

Great little cabin and property! Enjoyed the fireplace and proximity to Lake Placid and Whiteface Ski mountain!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ver comfortable

Nice house clean and comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cabin

This was a fantastic cabin in the woods for a getaway in the Adirondacks. Peaceful and serene! Wish we could have stayed longer and will definitely hope to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2024
It was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway.

House had everything we needed and had plenty of room for the 4 of us and the doggy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful hideaway

Great location near Keene, ideal for small family holiday with pet. Trails (and dried firewood) on the property and comfy warm quiet house in perfect location for a peaceful mountain vacay. Owner is super kind and attentive. Book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband, 5 month old, friend and pup stayed here while we were in town for the Mountain Bike World Cup. The property was beautiful and we enjoyed hiking the well marked property trails and morning / evenings on the large screened porch. The property is both conveniently located and private. It was quick to get to Whiteface, hikes in Keene Valley and local mountain bike trails. James was super easy to communicate with and very helpful. 10/10 recommend staying at one of his homes on this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful cabin to have as a home base for exploring the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks. The cabin is secluded and quiet, yet close to restaurants and shopping in Keene / Keene Valley. The screened in porch is fabulous and where we spent most of our time. The fenced in area for dogs (which can be accessed from either level of the cabin) was a huge plus for us. Although we didn’t really need to use it during our stay, this cabin does have AC, which can be very nice with warmer temps. James (host) was very helpful with info and quickly responded to any questions.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland!

We enjoyed our Xmas getaway. The place was clean and host was attentive to make sure we had everything we needed. Absolutely recommend for families traveling with dogs, as the fenced-in dog run is a nice touch. Our weather was snowy and cold, as it should be in the Adirondack Mountains at Xmas, but the fire made everything cozy. We want to come back in a warmer season to avail ourselves of the well-marked hiking trails. *****
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
Thank you for the kind words. Your family and dogs were a pleasure to host.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway for Hikers

This cabin is up a long dirt road and set off in a wooded area with no other homes around. The view from the large screened in porch is gorgeous. The cabin is comfortable with a very cool mid-century modern fireplace. Beds were comfortable. Owner is very communicative and eager to address any issues. This is a nice place to stay if you are hiking in the area or want to be close to Lake Placid’s many attractions/amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2022
Thanks for the kind words. We strive to provide an excellent experience and I am glad you enjoyed your stay at the cabin. Please come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Adirondack Eclipse

We came for the April 8 eclipse but decided to stay a little longer. The property is very conveniently located but secluded and quiet. We enjoyed the many trails on the property with the various features. The property is just outside the town of Keene and close to the nearby destininations around Lake Placid. The house is very nice with great accomodations for us. We would love to try this in the summer and enjoy more outside activities. The owner was most accomodating and kept us up to date about any issues (including a late season snowfall that was promptly plowed).
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2024
Thankyou for the kind words. It was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Epic Hiking

I had a lovely week-long stay at this cabin. Easy access to awesome hiking and a gas station with essentials (beer, quick meals etc.). Beautiful peaceful vibes with the large screened-in porch set amongst the trees. Light a fire and open the doors to have a nice mix of fresh air and warmth. I would love to come back. Quick note: I would ensure this place is best for you if you or your guests have notable mobility issues. There are slightly tricky stairs to get to the main living area both from outside or from the basement entrance. This won't be an issue for most though.Thanks again! :)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May, 2025
Thank you for staying at my place, it was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect- definitely recommend

We just spent an absolutely wonderful week at Jim & Kay’s cabin. The location is perfect. Having never been to the Adirondacks before we were not sure where to stay & I found this little gem by looking for dog friendly locations. I am so glad I did! The cabin was perfect for our family. Our adult children all had plenty of space downstairs, while my husband and I had the privacy of the master bedroom being upstairs on the main living area. The enclosed dog area was a hit! With two very energetic Brittanies it was so nice to have space for them too. My husband made sure the area was well secured (he’s a little obsessive over his pups) when we arrived & the boys loved all the space to run and play. I loved having them with us - the surrounding area is very dog friendly. The hosts are quick to respond, answer all questions and you can tell take great pride in their home. I would not hesitate to rent this cabin again, and hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2023
Thank you for staying with us. I am very glad the enclosed dog yard was a hit with your family. It was a joy to host you. Please come back and stay with us in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Keene is a Lovely Area

The house is sequestered in the woods with a few properties around it, but only one in distant view. Our party consisted of two adults and two dogs, a small Golden and a Black Lab. The property was good for the dogs as there is a fenced in area on one side of the house. The house itself has a very narrow spiral staircase connecting the first and second floors and it was difficult to use it while carrying any large item. The upstairs area, which is the kitchen, LR and MBR have very dark paneled walls, the kitchen cabinets are also dark wood. The bathrooms up and down have been redone and the kitchen could use the same. Otherwise, the house was cozy, and the upstairs was large enough for the four of us (as the dogs would not attempt the stairway so remained in the upstairs area, which has two outside entrances).The owner is very nice and attentive and immediately resolved a couple of minor issues. Overall, the stay was relaxing. We hiked with the dogs, visited Lake Placid, enjoyed snowshoeing at the Cascade Welcome Center (where you can cross country ski or snowshoe without also purchasing a day pass), the Noon Mark Diner for pie and dinner at Forty Six. Keene and Keene Valley are lovely. I would recommend a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful peaceful gorgeous house in the woods but just a few minutes drive to Keene. The upstairs/downstairs setup is perfect for traveling with older kids (tiny kids might need help with the spiral staircase). We saw deer in the yard every day, one snake (!) and tons of tiny frogs, and went on lovely hikes right on the property. We just loved our stay here and will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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