From snug mountain cabins with roaring wood fires to timber-fronted lodges with views over the High Peaks, pet-friendly huts to log-built chalets with ski-in access, there are all sorts of Saranac Lake vacation rentals to choose from. That makes it easy to pick the one that you think will suit your sort of trip to the heart of the Adirondacks, whether you want to conquer the Saranac Lake 6er summits starting with Mount Baker, or just want to sip frothy New Yorker beers in the local microbreweries.
The folk of Saranac Lake have made it easy for you to check off all the handsome buildings and smattering of National Register of Historic Places spots in the town by connecting them all with a single pathway – the River Walk. Join that to glimpse the old Electric Light and Power and Railroad Company Complex before hitting Saranac Laboratory Museum and the Bartók Cabin, where dusty test tubes give way to the lodge of the great Hungarian composer. A trip out to the Wild Center, where the award-winning exhibits include live river otters and over-forest boardwalks, is also a must.
Saranac Lake is enfolded in an amphitheater of rising peaks. It's sat in the middle of the Adirondacks range, with trailheads and snowshoeing routes wiggling out from the very doorstep of many Saranac Lake vacation rentals. Hikers are never short of something to test their boots on. There's the local rite of passage – the Saranac Lake 6ers – it includes summiting 6 mountains, from McKenzie to Haystack to Baker. And in the winter, some humble ski slopes beckon and cross-country Nordic routes weave all through the forests.
You're likely to realize that the natural setting is one of Saranac Lake's major draws as soon as you start to weave and wind your way up the New York interstates towards the town. As the Hudson Valley leaves off, it gives rise to the repetitive peaks of the Adirondack Mountains, glowing blue-green with their spruce-topped peaks rolling into the distance. Closer to the town, the landscapes become pockmarked with mirror-like waters, such as Lake Placid and Saranac Lake itself. The McKenzie Mountain Wilderness dominates on one side, its softwood forests hiding moose along the trails.
The nearest airport is in Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional), located 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.), which is 40.3 mi (64.9 km) away.
Whatever your getaway needs, you'll find a rental property in or around Saranac Lake that's a match made in heaven. These are some of our top picks:
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We all need to slow down and take a break occasionally. If you're craving a couple of leisurely mornings lingering in your PJs with a coffee and the morning news, we've got some awesome weekend getaways in and near Saranac Lake. Check out two of our favorites:
Whether you're looking for a cozy cottage or a house with enough space for the family, you'll find the ideal place on Vrbo. Sneak in a mini break at one of these favorite picks in or near Saranac Lake:
The first stage of any great family trip is finding the ideal place to stay. Whether you're organizing an adventure-packed escape with the kids or a multi-generational getaway with relatives, Vrbo has large family vacation rentals in and around Saranac Lake with plenty of space for everyone. Here are two popular options worth a look:
If you want to visit some family-friendly attractions nearby, Adirondack Carousel promises a fun day out for all.
Get away from the hustle and bustle and treat your loved ones to a different type of vacation. Stay in one of these family cabins in or near Saranac Lake and get the camping experience — minus the tents and with all the creature comforts!
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