Victorian Farmhouse, Beach Rights Your Adirondack Base Camp ideal for families
About the property
- House3800 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms6
- Sleeps12
- Bathrooms3
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay2 - 7 nights
Classic Farmhouse. Character, comfort and convenience. Perfect vacation home
Together at Schroon Lake is a large yet comfy 3800 sq ft home which was built in 1830, and contains tasteful updates with modern amenities. A great place to spend time and relax with family and friends.
Drive just one minute to our beautiful association beach on Schroon Lake, in the pristine Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. Four minutes by car, to the vibrant hamlet of Schroon Lake. 30 minutes to Gore Mountain
Our home features a porch which wraps around half of the house and contains ample comfortable seating with filtered views of the lake. The screened portion can accommodate seating for 12 for barbecuing on a warm summer evening or relaxing on a cool crisp fall evening. Move inside the house and you will find a dining room which will also accommodate your group of 12 adjoining a 19th century kitchen with 21st century appliances. The first floor has a living room and a great room with gas fireplace recently added. With plenty of seating for movie watching and a game table for playing board games, it's the perfect place to reconnect with your family and friends. The rest of the first floor features a large master bedroom with King size bed and full ensuite with Jacuzzi tub and walk in shower, and 2nd bedroom with Queen size bed and ensuite bathroom.
The second floor consists of four bedrooms, all of which share a classic Jack and Jill bathroom containing two sinks, a shower/tub combination, and a toilet. Bedroom 3 contains one full and two twin beds. Bedroom 4 contains 1 twin. Bedrooms 5 and 6 each contain two full size beds. Bed linens are provided, bathroom linens are not.
Together is located 35 min north of Lake George N.Y., and 65 min from Albany and it's international airport. Located 2.5 hours south of Montreal. Day trips are easy with our house as your Adirondack Base Camp.
Our exclusive beach is on the west shore of Schroon lake. Adirondack chairs and umbrellas sit right on the beach so there is no need to bring lounge chairs. The hamlet of Schroon Lake has several restaurants, shopping, Stewarts and a grocery store, as well as additional commercial venues. Just north of town is the Schroon Lake Marina which provides boat and Jet Ski rentals (Please see their website)
Owner
Frank
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one hour
- Speaks:
- English
- Calendar last updated:
- May 25, 2018
About Frank
We've been vacationing in Schroon Lake for over 30 years. After the passing of our family patriarch, the family home on the east side of Schroon Lake was sold. A few years passed and we missed visiting the Adirondacks, so our search for the perfect family vacation home began. Our quest for the right house seemed endless, but we finally found the vacation home of our dreams. The house was built in 1830 and is one of the oldest houses in Schroon Lake. Many rumors surround our house, mainly told to us by local residents. We and the Historical Society are researching those rumors, one of which is that the house was part of the Underground Railroad. The Society has been in contact with an expert researcher and we have offered full access to the house in order to give him the opportunity to determine its place in History. We're anxious find learn the results of his research. A well known fact is that Together at Schroon Lake was an original part of the Schroon Lake Camp ( for Boys), which was founded by Rabbi Issac Moses in 1906. Our house is one of only a handful of homes that has access to a "Secret" tunnel, which crosses below Route 9 and gives access to our association beach. We love sharing the history of the home when our guests arrive. If you reserve our home, we will give you a tour and tell some of the stories related to the house .
Frank purchased this House in 2015
Why Frank chose Skylark Beach
Beach rights. Filtered lake view. 1 min by car to our beach, 4 minutes to the classic American town known as Schroon Lake, N.Y. For guests who prefer to not vacation in a tourist trap. Lake George, Lake Placid, Gore Mountain skiing, and the high peaks are easily accessible from our Base Camp in Schroon Lake. Our guests come from California, the Mid-West, and up and down the East Coast. Some have been vacationing in the Adirondack's for years, others have never been here and just wanted to try a new place. Check out our Reviews and see what our guests have to say about Together at Schroon Lake. Then contact us so we can answer your questions and give you and your group some more details about our home and our location. Please keep in mind that pets are not permitted.
What makes this House unique
Rights to beautiful beach on Schroon Lake N.Y. Our Victorian Farmhouse has been updated in many ways, but maintains much of it's original character. Together at Schroon Lake is a 3800 sq ft home with modern amenities, all new appliances, and hotel quality bed linens. Guests bring their own towels. A great place to spend time and relax with family and friends. Drive just one minute to our beautiful association beach on Schroon Lake, in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. Or four minutes by car, to the quaint yet vibrant hamlet of Schroon Lake. Our home has 10 beds, 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths including two full en-suite bathrooms on the first floor. We've recently added a new gas fireplace in the Great room for you to enjoy for those chilly fall mornings or when returning from a full day of skiing, hiking, shopping, or ice fishing.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
- Bedroom 11 king, 1st floor Master with en suite bathroom
- Bedroom 21 queen, 1st floor bedroom with en suite bathroom
- Bedroom 32 double, Sleeps up to 4
- Bedroom 42 double, sleeps up to 4
- Bedroom 51 double, 2 twin/ single, Sleeps up to 4
- Bedroom 61 twin/ single
Bathrooms
- 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
- Bathroom 1toilet, tub, shower, jetted tub, Master bath en suite
- Bathroom 2toilet, shower, Ensuite Private Bathroom Bedroom 2
- Bathroom 3toilet, combination tub/shower, Jack and Jill bathroom on 2nd floor
- Bathroom 4toilet
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- FireplaceBrand new propane fireplace in the Great Room adds ambiance and warmth on chilly nights. The Living room fireplace is not currently in service.
- TelephoneLandline provided
- HeatingHot water baseboard for even heat throughout the home.
- Linens ProvidedBed linens are provided, bath linens are not. 400 to 1000 count linens ensure a cozy nights sleep after a busy day.
- Washing MachineLG state of the art Extra Capacity top load washer
- Clothes DryerLG Extra Capacity dryer
- Air ConditioningWindow air conditioning provided
- ParkingParking for 5 average mid-size cars.
- GarageThe garage may be used as an access point but otherwise is restricted to owner use.
- InternetWI-FI internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living RoomPick one, we have two. The Great Room is a very large room on the first floor.The room contains two full sofas and a game table with 5 chairs and a 55 inch Smart TV and DVD player. No Cable TV
Kitchen
- DishwasherLG dishwasher is brand new.
- RefrigeratorLG French door brand new
- StoveElectric five coil electric stove with double oven, is brand new
- OvenDouble oven is brand new
- MicrowaveMicrowave is brand new
- Coffee MakerTwo coffee makers.
- Toaster
- Pantry ItemsPaper towels, paper plates, plastic utensils.
- Dishes & UtensilsAll dishes and utensils are new and practical
- Kitchen19 century kitchen with 21st century appliances.
Dining
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
- DiningLarge dining room can accommodate 12 plus high chair.
- comfy seating for 12 people
Entertainment
- Television55 inch Smart LED TV with Netflix. Cable TV is not provided.
- DVD Player
- Game RoomBoard games for all ages.
- GamesA dozen popular board games to choose from
- Video LibrarySeveral DVD's to choose from or bring your collection.
Outside
- Lawn / GardenThe property has a mix of lawn and wooded area.
- Outdoor GrillA top of the line Weber 6 burner grill is provided. It is not available in the Winter months.
- Deck / Patio
- Ski & SnowboardGore is the closest mountain, about 30 min away.
- GolfThe Schroon Public golf course is just a mile away.
Attractions
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- marina
- theme parks
- restaurants
- synagogues
Leisure Activities
- walking
- antiquing
- outlet shopping
- sight seeing
- sledding
- scenic drives
- boating
- shopping
- wildlife viewing
- photography
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- laundromat
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- mountain climbing
- swimming
- cycling
- skiing
- golf
- mountain biking
- hunting
- hiking
- jet skiing
- sailing
- rafting
- water tubing
- whitewater rafting
- basketball court
- cross country skiing
- kayaking
- rock climbing
- snowboarding
- snowmobiling
Notes
- Our home was originally a part of the Schroon Lake Camp (for boys). It is also rumored to have been part of the Underground Railroad. The local Historical Society is currently assisting us in researching whether or not that rumor is true.The Schroon Lake Region of the Adirondacks is recognized for its scenic waterways, history and spectacular natural beauty. In the fall and winter, visitors enjoy the vibrant fall foliage and miles of trails perfect for hiking, skiing & snowmobiling. Enjoy a true vacation on the lake with your family and friends, in an ideal setting with awe-inspiring mountain views. Situated 35 minutes to Gore Mountain, and with easy access to the High Peaks, Schroon Lake offers unparalleled opportunities for exploration.
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
17 Reviews
Latest reviews
Incredible Schroon Lake vacation home
My family met at Together at Schroon Lake for a family reunion/wedding in October, and we all loved it! We all wished we could have stayed longer! The house is in a perfect location, it's beautiful, comfortable, clean, spacious, and exactly as advertised. Frank and his wife were wonderful, welcoming hosts, easy to contact with any questions before and during our stay. We definitely recommend and we hope to return!
Thank you Senta for your kind review. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family and to have you all as our guests.
We look forward to your return, and hope you can stay longer next time so you can enjoy The town of Schroon and our beach.
Best regards,
Frank and Ronnie
Perfect Family Vacation Home - SIX STARS!!!
Having been on a number of family vacations and vacations with friends, we have experience with all types of vacation homes. I am not sure either of us ever has seen such a well-stocked, well-set up, spacious, well-taken-care-of place to spend a family vacation. The multiple master suites on the first floor allowed us both to stay comfortably, while our five children split up among the four upstairs bedrooms. The house has so many wonderful features, it was difficult to take advantage of them all in only a week.
We enjoyed the screened in porch, the wrap-around deck and the quiet sitting room. The family room had a great seating setup for us to watch movies with the kids and the game table was a nice addition we took advantage of on multiple nights. The six-burner grill is another treat you do not find at many vacation rentals. And all of the appliances were in great working order (the coffee maker having a pot setting and single k-cup setting also was great). We made s'mores with the outdoor fire pit and enjoyed the spacious yard.
It is wonderful not to have to pack linens, paper goods (they even provide dixie cups for the bathrooms!) or extra place settings as all were plentiful. The beds and furniture were comfortable and obviously well maintained.
It also was really nice to have the close-by walkway under the highway to access the beach. The review does not allow enough characters to say everything we loved about this place.
And on top of that, the owners are extremely responsive and easy to deal with. We cannot imagine anything we would change about the home and would look forward to returning in the future. Thank you, Frank, for an ideal and relaxing vacation!
Thank you Victoria for your Six Star review. We are so glad you and your family enjoyed staying at our home, and took advantage of all that it has to offer.
It's great to hear that you also made use of the tunnel. When I tell our guests that our home was originally a part of the Schroon Lake Camp for Boys in the early 1900's, and that the tunnel was built under the road just for the campers back then, they really get a kick out of checking it out and using it as an alternative to driving to the beach.
Thank you for choosing to stay at Together at Schroon Lake for your Summer vacation.
We appreciate that you left house house in such great shape and took such great care of it.
We look forward to having you and your family back.
Frank and Ronnie
Beautiful House!
The house was gorgeous and well equipped. Modern appliances but an old fashioned look. It had so many bedrooms we had rooms to spare, and the location right on route 9 was very convenient. We loved the private beach as well.
What a great place! Everything you need for a family vacation in Schroon Lake.
Thank you for sharing your home with us. It was perfect for our vacation. The home is spacious, comfortable and very well kept. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need. Large table inside and one on the porch were ideal for family dinners.
Frank is a great host and was always available if we had questions. Thanks again for allowing our family to be together at your home.
Wonderful place!
The house was beautiful, clean and well appointed. The hosts were attentive. Wonderful experience for the extended family.
Thank you Erika for your positive review.
Together at Schroon Lake really is a wonderful place and we're glad that you and your extended family enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure meeting all of you and giving you all a tour of the house and sharing it's history with you.
Thank you for leaving the house in such great shape.
We look forward to your return.
The best Schroon Lake vacation home. Ever!
My husband and our 2 children, in addition to my brother in law and his family, chose to stay in Together at Schroon Lake over the 4th of July holiday. What a fabulous treat! Frank and his wife are lovely people. I have rented vacation properties all over the world from VRBO, and I have to say that Frank is one of the most attentive owners I have ever had the pleasure of working with. The home is clearly his pride and joy, and we appreciated the opportunity to 'borrow' it for great family time.
Some highlights:
-The game room is well stocked with games. So much to pick a game and go for it!
-The kitchen has high-end, new appliances. Wonderful to have a working and clean fridge and freezer with ample room.
-The kitchen has plenty of storage for your non perishable items. Hooray for cabinet space!!
-The beds are all new, clean, and firm. No dust, saggy mattresses, or old linens. It was great to wake up refreshed every day.
-Wi-Fi! Works throughout the house. very exciting. most rentals in this area do not have this feature.
-The tunnel to the beach: so fun!! what an interesting history this house has.
-Decor in general: beautiful landscaping, a cute bicycle out front, and fun firepit.
Thank you Frank for such memories! We look forward to returning next year.
Thank you Karin for such a wonderful and detailed review.
You're right, she really is our pride and joy. When we purchased her in 2015, she had already fallen into disrepair. Our mission was to save her, and then make her better. My wife and I worked countless hours restoring the beauty and luster that it seemed had long since disappeared. We continue to make improvements and add features as we are able.
It is thanks to great guests like you and your family that we are able to maintain and improve our home, one of the oldest homes in Schroon. We look forward to your return next year.
All the best,
Frank and Ronnie
Location
The Town of Schroon Lake is vibrant all year long. A serene nine mile lake where guests come to enjoy nature, swimming boating etc. in the Summer, the Schroon Lake Marathon in Fall, as well as leaf peeping, and skiing and ice fishing in the Winter. Residents here are friendly and helpful. Local restaurants are open all year. Skiing at Gore Mountain (30 min) or Whiteface (60 min) in winter. 90 minutes to Lake Placid, 2.5 hrs to Montreal. Outlet shopping at Lake George is just 35 min south, as well.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Check-in after 4PM unless prior arrangements have been discussed with owners. Check-out prior to 10AM. No parties, no smoking. Please leave the house as you found it.