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Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

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Tupper Lake, NY
  • Place, Upper Saranac Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wild Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirror Lake
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic

Your family can relax and recreate at this charming Adirondack lake community home in the woods, 24 miles from Lake Placid, between the towns of Tupper Lake and Saranac Lake. Pet friendly.

Secluded private lake community with a beach, docks, boat ramp, lawn and picnic tables on Upper Saranac Lake. Power boat, paddle, sail, bike, hike, climb, ski, x-c ski, snowshoe, snowmobile.

Boat slip usually available with previous arrangement.

The space
Perched on a hill in the forest, this rustic and cozy Adirondack mid-century expanded cape style home is a 5 minute walk from the community beach and docks on the lake.

Main Floor: Large, open living room/dining room/kitchen area with laundry, master bedroom, and full bath. A big deck with gas grill and screened in porch, perfect for entertaining the whole family.
UPSTAIRS: Three bedrooms that share a bath, and the house is bathed in sunlight within the tree top canopy. Two of the bedrooms are "semi-private", meaning you have to walk through one bedroom to get to the other bedroom, and to the shared bath. If you MUST work, the upstairs bedroom/office desk lets your spread out, and get it done in the natural light. A second desk and community dining table on the main floor provide more than enough space for productivity.

Winter time: The Lake House is on a hill with a considerable driveway and we never know how much snow we're going to get in the winter, so if you are visiting in the winter you will need a Four Wheel Drive Vehicle and boots and/or Yak Trax! There are pictures in the listing. It is usually plowed in the winter, but is in a very remote location. Worst case scenario may require walking the driveway until plowman can arrive. Please CONTACT US with any questions.

Camera (motion activated, no sound) on the front of the house is aimed at the driveway so that we may monitor the snow/condition, safety, and pass-ability of the driveway.
This camp is in the woods. You may see signs of wildlife. We have hummingbirds just off the back deck, and a chipmunk who comes and visits on the deck. The house is on a hill surrounded by trees. Most of our guests love it for it's rustic authentic ADK forest setting in a beautiful lake community. Please know ahead of time that it is woodsy and rustic. Also, while your pets are welcome, (and loved) at our home and on our property, they are NOT allowed on community property, particularly at the beach.

Guest access
Guests have the use and exclusive access to the entire main house including 4 bedrooms, two baths, open kitchen/dining room/living room, Open deck and screened in porch, and unfinished basement main access with water toys and second refrigerator.

The community waterfront is a 2 minute drive, or 5 minute walk away, or bike. Guests have use of the beach, lounge chairs, picnic tables, docks, boat ramp, and two fire pits: one at the community beach, and one off the deck at the home. A boat slip is available with prior arrangement, 19' maximum length, NO pontoon boats (TOO wide). All use of the community waterfont, lake, docks and boats is at the risk of the guests. There is no lifeguard on duty. Pets welcome at our property, but not allowed at community property, (beach)

Other things to note
This home is close to the western access to the Adirondack High Peaks region for hiking and climbing, and endless lakes and rivers to explore by paddle, sail, or power boat. Winter sports include skiing, x-country, snowshoe, and snowmobile.

Just 24 miles away is Lake Placid, home of "The Miracle on Ice", and all of the 1980 Winter Olympic Sports Venues for countless World Cup Tour Competitions.

Times to local venues:

Museums:
The Wild Center, 10 minutes
The Adirondack Experience Museum, 45 min.

Towns:
Tupper Lake, 10 minutes
Saranac Lake, 20 minutes
Lake Placid, 35 minutes

Olympic Venues/Winter Sports:
Mount Van Hoevenberg (bobsled/luge/skeleton) mountain coaster45 min.
Intervale (ski jumping) Complex, 35 min.
1980 "Miracle on Ice" Arena (Lake Placid Center), 34 Min.
Downhill skiing:
Whiteface Mountain, 48 Minutes
Titus Mountain Ski Center, 1 hour
Mt Pisgah, ski and snow tube, 30 minutes
Dewey Mountain Cross Country Ski/Rec Center, Saranac Lake, 17 Minutes

Sledding/Skating/Tubing:
Geiger Arena and Mt. Sabaittis, 37 Miles
Wilmington Recreation Park
Mt. Pisgah, 30 Minutes
Lake Placid Toboggan Run: 35 minutes

Snowmobiling:
Farmhouse Snowmobiling, 30 minutes
Adirondack Snowmobile, 33 minutes

Events TBD

Lake Placid
Lake Placid Classic - Half Marathon & 10k -
Lake Placid Film Festival -
Oktoberfest: September at Whiteface
Skate America: at the Olympic Center
Adirondack Invitational DI Men's Hockey: at the Olympic Center
FIL Luge World Cup: at Mt Van Hoevenberg

Saranac Lake
Fall Fun Fest: - September
Touch a Truck Fundraiser: -


Tupper Lake
OkTUPPERfest: - September
Erin Farkas Dewyea Turkey Trot: - November
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please take trash and recycling to their appropriate cans in the garage, THANKS!
If you brought pets, please clean up with shovel at the top corner of the back deck, and small black plastic bags in the kitchen cabinet.
Please text Bruce to tell him when you left, THANKS!!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Owner reserves right to stay in barn at the base of the driveway. Often helps guests with driveway/snow, parking, trash, boats, firewood, whatever.
Guests' Pets must stay on owner's property, not allowed on community property/beach. Community docks/ramp, boats, beach, lake use at your own risk.
Use of boat ramp and mooring of a boat on our community docks permitted ONLY with prior authorization, Max 19' long, 8' wide boat. MUST BE RESERVED!

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Tupper Lake

Located in Tupper Lake, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station and Bartok Cabin are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mount Pisgah Ski Area and Dewey Mountain Recreation Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Wild Center and Bridge Gardens. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledding.
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Tupper Lake, NY

What's nearby

  • Upper Saranac Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wild Center - 9 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Mirror Lake - 35 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Olympic Center - 35 min drive - 52.8 km
  • Whiteface Mountain - 49 min drive - 71.6 km

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hub Real Food Market And Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waterside Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bima's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Smokehouse Tex Mex Grille - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Room - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic?

As of May 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic on Aug 2, 2026 start from $363, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upper Saranac Lake. Beach/dock/boat ramp. King bed, pets, paddle, hike, Olympic located?

This family-friendly Tupper Lake vacation home is located on a river, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Upper Saranac Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wild Center and Ampersand Mountain. Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest and Goff-nelson Memorial Library are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and relaxing cabin. Loved the porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ly S.

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

Peaceful stay

Bruce was a great host with great communication and we enjoyed the location and stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very good. The owner was very accommodating and communication was great. We had everything we needed and more. We didn’t use the beach area as it in the fall but it was beautiful. We would not have a problem going there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Beautiful

Beach was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is on a very steep hill but being able to back up to the back porch was helpful for loading and unloading. Very nice place for the 8 of us. We were comfortable there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very helpful owner. Made sure to let us know he was available if we needed anything or had any questions. The place has everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect spot for our Adirondack get-away. The house was private, but had access to a wonderful community beach on a pristine lake. The house had everything we needed, right down to the marshmallows and chocolate for s'mores. Bruce was a very responsive and accommodating host, and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was large enough for everyone to feel comfortable, especially when my older sister's family visited for lunch. The office space was especially good for my daughter -in-law working remotely. I loved the wooded area but I missed time on the lake. Always love the Adirondack mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the booking to check out our stay was wonderful. The camp is equiped with everything you need for a stress free stay in the ADK. We stayed with our family, 14, 19, 21 and our dog Scoobie! And our sons girlfriend. The rooms and beds were comfy and plenty of room. We are a fan sleeping family and they had fans galore!! The fire pit is perfect! Easy to get to and great wood supply. My whole family said 10 out of 10!! Would recommend for family get away! We would definitely come back!!
Cuddletime
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week. The lake was beautiful and we enjoyed using the canoe and kayak. It was just a short walk away. The kitchen set up made it very easy to cook and the cabin was comfortable. There were great hikes nearby too. Bruce could not have been easier to communicate with, and was always available to answer any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

audrey K.

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

Friend gathering

Had a weekend get together with some out of town friends we don’t get to see very often. Cabin was cozy, comfy and perfect for hosting the party.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No pets and no view from our place
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Fishing HQ

The cabin was clean, check-in was easy, and Bruce was a bounty of information on the area. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook. My father and I rented this cabin as a base of Operations for our yearly ADK fishing trip. The cabin is within 10-20 mins driving of several bodies of water as well provides access to a community beach/launch right on Upper Saranac Lake 1-2mins down the road. It was a great place to return to after a day on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt L.

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

Nice winter getaway

This home is in a nice, quiet location and also more spaceous than some of the Adirondack winter getaway homes we had previously booked. The host was available and responsive to any questions. We will definitely consider returning next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Great time

We had a wonderful time at Bruce’s retreat. It was a perfect Autumn leaf season weekend. It did rain and snow the entire weekend, but sitting by the fire inside was a nice break. House was well-appointed, clean and Bruce was as an excellent host.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Excellent peaceful cabin getaway

We enjoyed our short stay at the property. It’s very quiet, no service but the WiFi works great. The property is very wooded and hilly with not a lot of flat grounds so important to consider for kids/pets/limited mobility persons but we enjoyed the peace and privacy. We had all the amenities we needed and it is a quick 15-20 minutes from shops or adventures. The owner is very communicative and ensured we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Family get together

Bruce was a great host very helpful with information about the area and checked in with us to Make sure everything was going well during our stay. House was well stocked and comfortable. We will be bsck
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Great house for Adirondack stay

We had a family gathering, and Bruce's house was perfect for that. Large and comfortable common area and dining area, nice bedrooms and bathrooms. Large screened in back deck, saw lots of hummingbirds feeding on the Bee Balm! Very nice beach area, we used the canoe and kayaks. Bruce is very responsive and generous with his time. Great location for touring some Adirondack highlights.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

frances p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

College graduation

The home was inviting and comfortable. All the accommodations that we needed. But, we were not prepared for the location and the steps! Most of our people were seniors who have limited mobility. I think you should make a note of this on your listing. Thank you for sharing your house.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy B.

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

Great house for a mountain vacation

We enjoyed our stay here with friends and our dog. We went Canoeing all day and enjoyed our evenings at the house either by the fire pit area outside or playing games inside. The house is up a very steep hill and is surrounded by woods. We enjoyed the deck and screened-in porch. The owner Bruce was very friendly and checked in with us every couple of days. We chose this location because it's in close vicinity to the Fish Creek Campground and Saranac Lake and also Lake Placid. We had a great stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary G.

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

Nice secluded spot

Bruce was great to work with. The house was ready for us, and despite a lot of snow just before our arrival, Bruce had the driveway plowed and clean. The driveway is pretty steep so 4wd is recommended in the winter. Cool house with a lot of charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan E.

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

Peaceful camp in the woods

We had a fantastic stay. Owner was kind, responsive, and really went out of his way to make sure we had a good time. House is well-appointed and comfortable. The screened in porch was my favorite spot, especially with the hummingbirds flitting around. Looks like there are also some upgrades planned, which will make it even nicer. We mostly hiked — short drives to a number of trailheads; also close to towns of Tupper and Saranac Lake. We used the canoe and kayak a couple of times — boats are at the community beach/dock an easy 1/4 mi walk down from the camp. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

A nice retreat in the woods

Very nice cabin in the woods near Upper Saranac. The rental was clean, fully outfitted, and quite cozy. Great spot to stay for a small gathering of friends and family. Location is great - just 15 minutes from the towns of Tupper Lake and Saranac Lake. Access to the lake takes some logistics/maneuvering, but it is a short walk.What stood out most was the communication with the host - it was excellent. Within hours of booking, we had communication that remained thorough and transparent and constant, but never pushy or claustrophobic. We appreciate all the work done by this host to create a lovely space and give their guests an enjoyable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Excellent house on the lake

The lake is amazing and only a short walk from the house. Lots of great hikes within 30 minutes and now a new bike rail trail between Saranac and Lake Placid that will be extended through Tupper Lake next year, Bruce was super accommodating and helpful with info. When his canoe had a leak, he quickly got us access to another one. The house is as it appears in the photos. Clean and plenty of room for our family of four. Nice screened in porch and fire pit. Privacy, but also lots of friendly neighbors not too far away. We had a few days of rain and did one of the jigsaw puzzles. We are considering coming back next summer.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann T.

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

Lovely vacation at Saranac Lake

We decided to go to the Adirondacks for our annual "girls trip." We really enjoyed our stay at the house. It is an easy walk to the shared beach on Upper Saranac Lake. Central location: we went to the Wild Center, The Adirondack Experience, and especially enjoyed the Raquette River Brewery in Tupper Lake. There was plenty of room for 5 of us, the beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked as it is his family's vacation home. The well water was cold and refreshing. The screened in porch was nice; we didn't use the firepit as it was black fly season. The hot tub was under repair. The host was very responsive; and questions we had were answered quickly. We are already talking about returning next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bruce Lyon

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My family and I love to host and serve others, especially families with fur faced four footers. We are wedding caterers as well as hosts at our family's lake vacation home, where my Dad taught me how to build a house when I was 11 years old. I grew up here, skiing and attending the 1980 Winter Olympic Games. In the summer, water skiing, paddling, hiking-still working on my 46er list! The natural beauty and our warm, friendly neighbors make this a special place!!

Why they chose this property

Water skiing. boating, hiking, climbing, skiing, xc skiing, snow shoeing, campfire fellowship, natural beauty everywhere around!

What makes this property unique

Short walk to community beach with all the amenities: VERY FEW lake communities offer a boat slip with a launch ramp, sandy beach, picnic tables, horseshoes, etc. Views of ADK high peaks, huge lake with endless coves and islands for exploring, Bartlett carry portage to Middle Saranac Lake, Fish creek access to endless miles of connected paddling lakes and rivers. Short drive to hiking and climbing, and the brand new ADK rail trail from Lake Placid, through Saranac Lake to Tupper Lake.

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