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McKinley House: mountain views, fire pit, deck, walk to town & Mirror Lake

Dinning room with Adirondack table and chairs. Seating for 6

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Parking available
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Lake Placid, NY

Olympic Center
‪2 min walk‬
Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum
‪5 min walk‬
Mirror Lake
‪5 min walk‬
Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

The Blue Room

1 King Bed

The Slumber Yard

1 King Bed

Twin ZZZ

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

McKinley House: mountain views, fire pit, deck, walk to town & Mirror Lake

• 3BR/2BA two-story home in heart of Lake Placid
• Walk to Main Street, Mirror Lake, Olympic Center (½ mile)
• Large deck with mountain views + screened porch
• Fire pit, BBQ grill, full kitchen, WiFi, washer/dryer
• Perfect for families, outdoor lovers & year-round getaways.
Welcome to McKinley House, your cozy Adirondack retreat just steps from downtown Lake Placid. Whether you're here to explore Olympic history, hike High Peaks, or relax around the fire pit, this warm and well-appointed home is the perfect base for your adventure.

This charming three-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers the best of both worlds—peaceful surroundings and unbeatable walkability. Just a 7 min. walk to Main Street, shops, restaurants, Mirror Lake beach, Toboggan Chute and just 3 min. walk to The Olympic Center.

Please note: There is an occupied studio apartment on the third floor with a separate entrance. Guests of the main home have private use of the first and second floors, deck, fire pit, and yard.

🛏️ Bedrooms & Layout
- Comfortable layout perfect for families or couples
- Bedrooms with cozy linens and plenty of natural light
- Two full bathrooms with modern fixtures and essentials

🍳 Kitchen & Living
- Fully stocked kitchen with stove, fridge, microwave, coffee maker
- Open-concept living and dining area with Smart TV & WiFi
- Washer & dryer available for longer stays

🌲 Outdoor Space
- Spacious deck w/ BBQ grill for cook-outs with mountain views
- Screened-in porch to enjoy Adirondack evenings bug-free
- Fire pit for s’mores and

🚶‍♀️ Location Highlights
- 7 min. Walk to Mirror Lake, Toboggan Chute, Main Street shops, & Restaurants -4 min. walk to Olympic Skating Oval, & Ironman Village
- Minutes to Whiteface Mountain, High Peaks trails, New bike rail trail and golf courses
- Quiet residential street with easy access and parking
- Catch the Lake Placid Express just around the corner
McKinley House is fully equipped to make your Lake Placid stay easy, comfortable, and memorable. Whether you're planning a ski trip, hiking weekend, or summer escape, we look forward to welcoming you! STR# 2025-STR-

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View from the master bedroom overlooking Mirror Lake and Main Street.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 28

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Advanced notice required for a crib to be set up

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No third party reservations (person requesting reservation must be the responsible guest staying on property) We do not host renters for team events.

No Vaping, e-cigarettes cannabis, or Hookah allowed in house

No unregistered guest allowed on the property without prior consent from the host

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 001336

About the area

Lake Placid

Located in Lake Placid, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Whiteface Mountain and Jackrabbit Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum and Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station. Travelling with kids? Consider Boots and Birdies and Adirondack Carousel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Lake Placid, NY

What's nearby

Olympic Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Mirror Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Lake Placid Club Golf Courses - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

‪Prison City Brewing - ‬10 min walk
‪The Pickled Pig - ‬7 min walk
‪Lisa G's - ‬5 min walk
‪Origin Coffee - ‬5 min walk
‪Jimmy's 21 Lake Side Italian Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is McKinley House: mountain views, fire pit, deck, walk to town & Mirror Lake pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at McKinley House: mountain views, fire pit, deck, walk to town & Mirror Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at McKinley House: mountain views, fire pit, deck, walk to town & Mirror Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is McKinley House: mountain views, fire pit, deck, walk to town & Mirror Lake located?

This family-friendly Lake Placid holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Jackrabbit Trail and Mirror Lake. Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum and Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

31 Jul, 2025

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

Wonderful stay! As advertised! Location is perfect and owner super responsive! Very thoughtful in the amenities provided!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

10 Aug, 2025

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

Great stay in Lake Placid

We enjoying staying at this property very much. With just a short walk, you can get to Main Street, the Olympic Center, many bars and restaurants, and the Mirror Lake public beach area. We spent many moments sitting under the beautiful gazebo on the deck and on the screened-in porch. The house had everything we needed and we found the soft blankets very enjoyable and appreciated the beach chairs and beach towels. Sonja was extremely helpful and responsive!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

29 Jun, 2025

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

Family Adventure

First visit to Lake Placid. The McKinley House was the perfect home base! Great location to town, beach, Olympic center, hiking, fishing, restaurants……the list goes on! Lovely comfortable house with a large yard and a relaxing deck with beautiful flowering pots. The attention to all the little details was so nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

26 Feb, 2024

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

Great weekend getaway

Very nice, easy walk to dining and activities.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby H.

21 Feb, 2025

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

Great trip to Lake Placid

We’ve been to the town a few times and know the area well and this house was fantastic. The location to the skating oval was amazing and an easy walk to town. Really enjoyed our time, house is as listed and is great. We hope to return when we go back in the future.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

23 Mar, 2025

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

Great house, Great location and a great host

Rented this house in Lake placid to watch the ECAC HOCKEY finals . Brought my family of four and my Mom and Dad,. House isin a perfect location within walking distance of down town Lake Placid and very close to Herb Brooks Arena. It it was well maintained, comfortable for a family of 6 and an has excellent and attentive owner. Super happy with our choice and would definitely stay here again

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Jul, 2024

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

Lake Placid

A beautiful home with ample out door space to enjoy. Great location!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip G.

30 Jul, 2024

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

Cozy village house

Well maintained in the center of everything. Very nice amenities and small touches that really made the difference. LOVED the outdoor spaces. If not for some rainy weather one of the days, would have probably spent all out time outdoors.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

2 Jan, 2024

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

New Years in Lake Placid

The house was great, and Sonja the host was super helpful with a little bathroom issue. She also left us some New Years treats when we arrived, and we had a great stay at the McKinley House!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

14 Aug, 2024

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

Charming Home in a Great Location!

We were in town for a family wedding and were lucky enough to find this charming rental (and at a fraction of the cost of the hotels that had been recommended). The home had every amenity you could possibly want. It was clean and stylish with comfortable beds. We absolutely loved the outdoor fire pit and pergola/pavilion on the deck. Sonja was a very attentive host and kept the lines of communication open. We highly recommend this lovely property!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

3 Sept, 2024

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

Refreshing & Convenient

This is a wonderful place to stay and is as advertised. We have rented many places, but none have two King size beds and smart TV in every room. Convenient to the center of town but if you are relaxing at home there is a very calming view of the mountains with the outside space and deck area. The kitchen is fully stocked, and the neighborhood is extremely quiet. Walkable to Mirror Lake or to take a ride on the shuttle. This is a place we will return to and were pleasantly surprised.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

20 Aug, 2024

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

Great Stay

My family (2 adults, 2 early 20's) stayed at Sonja's mid August 2024 and thoroughly enjoyed our time. The house is charming, extremely comfortable and very well equipped (especially the kitchen) with everything you need in a quiet neighborhood. We made use of the firepit, grill, deck and enclosed porch which made a great place for morning coffee. Communication with Sonja was very timely. The location make walking to the Olympic center and downtown Lake Placid very convenient. Overall we loved our stay and would definitely recommend the house for anyone. Thanks Sonja.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

8 Aug, 2024

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

Excellent experience

My family and I had a wonderful experience staying at Sonja's house. The house was clean, comfortable and well maintained. The mattress that we stayed on felt new and comfortable (not too firm, not too soft) and the kitchen had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable/functional stay. We appreciated Sonja's little welcome package, and instructions on the house. Check-in / check-out were seamless. The bath towels were plush, water pressure was perfect. Honestly felt like I was staying in a home away from home and that was what we needed during our Ironman weekend. Thank you Sonja for the hospitable stay. We hope to visit again! - Maria

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy A B.

21 Jan, 2025

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

Excellent time in Lake Placid

The house was super clean and charming and literally walking distance to town… My host answered any questions immediately and it truly was a pleasure to stay in their home !

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

22 Oct, 2024

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

Fall getaway

Weekend of hiking and biking. Place was great. Beautiful views and great deck

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole l.

19 Oct, 2024

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

Felt like home away from home

I highly recommend this home, which is so warm and welcoming, close to town and has a beautiful view from the deck! Sonja was very friendly and responsive. The house was so clean and had everything we needed for our stay! We loved it and hope to be back again!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme K.

29 Feb, 2024

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

Super responsive host & close to downtown!

Our stay here was fantastic! When we arrived the check-in instructions were incredibly easy to follow and accurate. Even though there was a small issue with one of the bathrooms, Sonja was very understanding and responsive and had the issue sorted out in no time! The house was clean, functional and exactly as shown in the pictures. The highlight was being so close to downtown Lake Placid. We could walk everywhere in less than 15 minutes which made it easy to explore the surrounding town. If you're thinking of spending a weekend in Lake Placid, look no further than here!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sonja

I’m a Lake Placid local who loves the mountains, the seasons, and helping others enjoy everything this amazing area has to offer. I’ve been hosting long-term rentals for over 20 years and short-term stays for the past 2 — and I truly enjoy creating spaces where people feel comfortable and cared for.

When I’m not managing properties, I love spending time outdoors, exploring the Adirondacks, or just relaxing with family. I’m always nearby and happy to help if you need anything during your stay!

Why they chose this property

I chose this neighborhood because it captures everything I love about Lake Placid — peaceful charm, beautiful views, and unbeatable access to the village. McKinley House sits in a quiet, friendly neighborhood just a short walk to Mirror Lake, the Olympic Center, restaurants, shops, and the Ironman finish line.

What I enjoy most is the relaxed, welcoming vibe of the area. You can sip coffee on the screened-in porch with views of the Olympic ski jumps, stroll downtown in minutes, or come back and unwind by the fire pit after a day of adventure. McKinley House reflects that same balance — cozy, comfortable, and full of character — just like the neighborhood it’s part of.

What makes this property unique

McKinley House is a one-of-a-kind blend of historic charm and modern comfort, with a location that’s hard to beat. Built in the 1850s, the home has beautiful character — from its creaky wood floors to its wraparound screened-in porch with views of the Olympic ski jumps.

What makes it truly special is the combination of space, privacy, and walkability. Guests have the entire two-story home to themselves, along with a deck, fire pit, and plenty of room to relax — all just minutes from downtown Lake Placid, Mirror Lake beach, and the Olympic venues. Whether you’re here to explore or just kick back, McKinley House offers a cozy, inviting stay in the heart of it all.