Camp Balsam | Lake Placid Lakefront Estate with Indoor Pool & Boathouse

Welcome to Camp Balsam, an extraordinary luxury lakefront estate on the coveted shores of Lake Placid. Set on a private peninsula surrounded by pristine Adirondack wilderness, this exceptional waterfront retreat offers an unmatched combination of privacy, luxury amenities, and breathtaking mountain and lake views. Whether you're planning a family vacation, group getaway, corporate retreat, or special celebration, Camp Balsam delivers a one-of-a-kind Lake Placid experience.

As you arrive, you'll be greeted by the grandeur of this sprawling Adirondack residence, perfectly positioned among towering pines and overlooking the sparkling waters of Lake Placid. A picturesque private boardwalk winds through natural wetlands and wildflower meadows, connecting the home to the waterfront and creating a truly immersive Adirondack setting.

Inside, Camp Balsam offers expansive gathering spaces designed for both entertaining and relaxation. The gourmet chef's kitchen, formal dining room, and inviting bar lounge provide ample space for memorable meals and celebrations. Large windows throughout the home frame stunning lake and mountain vistas, bringing the beauty of the Adirondacks indoors.

One of the property's most remarkable features is the spectacular indoor heated pool complex. This private aquatic retreat features a 20-by-40-foot heated swimming pool, hot tub, lounge seating, bar area, changing rooms, and soaring ceilings adorned with warm ambient lighting. Whether enjoying an early morning swim or unwinding after a day on the slopes, guests can enjoy resort-style amenities year-round in complete comfort. A fully equipped fitness room, sauna, and spa-inspired steam shower further elevate the wellness experience.

Outside, guests can embrace the ultimate lakefront lifestyle. The property's private boathouse extends over the water and is topped by an expansive rooftop sundeck offering panoramic views of Lake Placid and the surrounding High Peaks. Spend your days lounging in the sun, enjoying waterfront dining, launching lake adventures, or simply taking in the incredible scenery. Expansive decks, multiple outdoor seating areas, and a propane fire pit create the perfect setting for gathering with family and friends while enjoying unforgettable Adirondack sunsets.

Located just minutes from downtown Lake Placid, Camp Balsam provides convenient access to world-class skiing at Whiteface Mountain, Olympic venues, championship golf, scenic hiking trails, boutique shopping, and renowned restaurants. Every season offers new opportunities for adventure, from summer boating and paddling to fall foliage tours, winter skiing, and spring hiking.

The home comfortably accommodates larger groups with six spacious bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Four bedrooms feature private en-suite bathrooms, while several offer direct deck access and stunning views. The luxurious primary suite includes a spa-like bathroom with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and double vanity. Additional wellness amenities include a dedicated spa bathroom with a steam shower and changing rooms adjacent to the pool area.

Camp Balsam combines the best of luxury lodging, waterfront recreation, and Adirondack adventure. Featuring a private Lake Placid shoreline, indoor heated pool, hot tub, steam shower, fitness center, rooftop boathouse sundeck, gourmet kitchen, central air conditioning, expansive decks, and breathtaking waterfront views, this extraordinary estate offers one of the most exclusive vacation rental experiences in the Adirondacks.

Escape to Lake Placid's premier luxury lakefront retreat and discover why Camp Balsam is the perfect destination for creating unforgettable memories in every season.

Two canoes
Three Kayaks
Two SUP Boards

Bedroom 1: King, Main Level, sitting bench, en-suite bathroom, access to deck
Bedroom 2: King, 2nd Floor, master bedroom, en-suite bathroom, woodstove is not to used
Bedroom 3: Queen, Full, 2nd Floor, en-suite bathroom, desk, walk in closet, access to deck
Bedroom 4: Queen, 2nd Floor, en-suite bathroom, access to deck
Bedroom 5: King, Lower Level
Bedroom 6: Full, Lower Level

Bathroom 1: En-suite bathroom Bedroom 1, tub/shower with bench seat, Main Floor
Bathroom 2: Half Bathroom, Entry Way, Main Level
Bathroom 3: Half Bathroom off Kitchen, Main Level
Bathroom 4: Primary Bathroom, 2nd Floor, double sink, walk-in shower, soaking tub
Bathroom 5: En-suite bathroom bedroom 3, 2nd Floor, tub/shower
Bathroom 6: En-suite bathroom bedroom 4, 2nd Floor, Walk-in shower
Bathroom 7: Spa bathroom, Lower Level, steam shower, half bath, 3 changing rooms

Number of Vehicles Allowed:
Camp Balsam offers a Maximum of 4 parking spaces for guest use. The Town of North Elba, Village of Lake Placid has adopted new Short-Term Vacation Rental Regulations that include rental parking limitations for the maximum number of motor vehicles allowed on the property. Parking is NOT permitted on any part of the lawn or on any part of a sidewalk and like other communities the ordinance asks that you obey all regulations when parking in public.

Good Neighbor Policy
Please visit the Town of North Elba / Village of Lake Placid Good Neighbor Policy for more information on local short-term rental laws regarding occupancy, parking, noise, fires, trash, and dogs.

Short-Term Rental Permit: STR-200475​

What Awaits You:

Visitors will enjoy unlimited, multi-use and free year round access to the Rail Trail, which consists of a 34 mile corridor between Lake Placid, Saranac Lake and Tupper Lake with the choice of several access points. Hikers, bikers, snowmobilers and cross country skiers experience breathtaking and up close views of nature and many waterways, while also experiencing the charm and amenities of these interconnected communities along the way!

Lake Placid Main Street with shopping galore, varied dining options, breweries, theater, Mids park with year-round events, Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks, skating and public beach with playground, tennis courts and toboggan run
1.3 Miles Away
Mirror Lake is the center of the community with year-round activity. Public beach, kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding in the summer becomes a winter hub of activity when the lake ices over. Take a thrilling ride down the toboggan chute, skate around the 2-mile cleared track on water's edge or play a rowdy game of ice hockey!
1.3 Miles Away
Lake Placid Lake presents visitors with opportunity to launch from the public boat launch and cruise across pristine waters, enjoy water skiing/tubing fun or take a guided boat tour to learn the history of the waters and properties that surround the lake.
0.0 Miles Away - Direct Access
Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks including the world-famous Herb Brooks Rink that hosted the Miracle on Ice Game in 1980 and the outdoor speed skating oval
1.8 Miles Away
John Brown Farm is a historic site with museum and memorial grounds featuring period reenactments, picnic area and access to trails for hiking cross country skiing or snowshoeing.
5.4 Miles Away
Ski Jump Complex Watch ski jumpers fly, flip and spiral through the air after vaulting off the ski jumps! Take a ride on the 8-passenger gondola, experience the thrill of zip lines next to the 100-meter ski jump or take a glass elevator to the sky deck to gaze on amazing panoramic views!
4.4 Miles Away
Mount Van Hoevenberg Experience the thrill of the longest Cliffside Coaster in North America, cruise down the Bobsled run on a guided ½ mile track of up to 50 mph, bike, run, hike or watch exciting events.
9.6 Miles Away
Horse Show Grounds Excellent opportunity to watch 2 separate horse jumping competitions that take place at the end June and beginning of July.
5.3 Miles Away
Experience Outdoors Guided Zip Line Tours Where guides will lead you through zip line tours with varied height levels, Adventure Park activities, 3D Archery or Mountaintop Yoga.
6.6 Miles Away
Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington beckons visitors to glide down over 3 peaks with 25 miles of trails available for varied experience levels for skiing and snowboarding in the winter along with summer gondola rides, disc golf, nature hiking and Oktoberfest festivals in the fall.
11.3 Miles Away
High Falls Gorge in Wilmington 22 Acre nature park with bridges walkways and groomed trails that showcase 4 separate waterfalls and breathtaking views of Adirondack splendor!
9.7 Miles Away
North Pole Santa’s Workshop in Wilmington is a theme park set up as a Santa’s Storybook Village geared towards children and the young at heart. Lots for families to see and do in this wondrous setting!
15.6 Miles Away
The Wild Center of Tupper Lake is a museum/adventure park sitting amid 115 acres with 54,000 square feet of indoor space that features stunning live animal and interactive exhibits along with multi-media shows in a spacious theater. The outside offers walking trails, naturalist guides throughout, guided canoe trips and special Adirondack themed workshops including the art of ice fishing and more!
29.0 Miles Away

Lake Placid and the surrounding areas feature several lakes, fishing, golfing, hunting, biking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and so many more varied sporting or entertainment opportunities for visitors.