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River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental

Holiday home in Lake Placid with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lake Placid, NY
  • Place, Olympic Jumping Complex
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Olympic Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirror Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

+5
5 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental

Welcome to your private hilltop Adirondack log home, a custom-built 4BR/3.5BA retreat just minutes from downtown Lake Placid, Whiteface Mountain, and High Peaks trailheads. Set on a quiet road used by Olympic athletes, this handcrafted log home offers epic mountain views, upscale rustic finishes, and serene seclusion—with no other homes in sight.



Highlights:







  • Sleeps up to 11 guests across 4 bedrooms (plus optional 5th with add-on unit)







  • Master suite with balcony, king log-frame bed, gas fireplace, soaking tub, walk-in shower







  • Great Room with wood-burning fireplace, high ceilings, and whole-tree structural beams







  • Fully equipped chef’s kitchen with granite counters, dual sinks, and stainless appliances







  • Heated floors, slate tile, Adirondack decor, and artisan woodwork throughout







Outdoor Living:







  • Massive deck with Whiteface views and Adirondack chairs







  • Covered porch with outdoor dining table and BBQ grill







  • 7-person hot tub, hammock, and fire ring with free firewood







  • Canoe and kayaks available for nearby lakes and Ausable River paddling







Bonus Features:







  • Lower-level bunk room with 3 twins + queen







  • Entertainment room with 55" Roku TV, beverage fridge, foosball, ping pong







  • Fast Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, ski & gear racks, and curated local guidebooks







Location Perks:







  • 2 minutes to Olympic Ski Jumps







  • 4 minutes to downtown Lake Placid







  • 9 minutes to Whiteface Mountain







  • 10 minutes to Adirondack High Peaks trailheads







  • 1 minute to Ausable River fishing access







Optional Add-On: Private Apartment



A separate owner’s suite (700 sq ft) may be rented upon request for added space and complete property privacy. Includes extra queen bed, full kitchen, living area, bath, and private balcony. Additional fee: $440/night (discounted if owner is away). No shared living areas.



Important Notes:









  • Dogs welcome for $25/night







  • AWD/4WD required November–April







  • Base rate includes 6 guests; $30/night per extra guest







  • Cleaning fee: $360 per stay

  • Shared duplex-style layout: Main house is entirely private with separate guest entrance; owner unit is fully self-contained, and accessed via a separate exterior entry door. 

  • The owner may be residing there during your stay, but will fully respect your privacy with little to no interaction besides a quick hello or in passing with the driveway.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Property Registration Number STR-200337

About the area

Lake Placid

Lake Placid is home to this holiday home. Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum and Lake Placid Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whiteface Mountain and Jackrabbit Trail. Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station and Boots and Birdies are also worth visiting.
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Lake Placid, NY

What's nearby

  • Olympic Jumping Complex - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 11 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum - 12 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Olympic Center - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Mirror Lake - 15 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prison City Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crowne Plaza Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Generations Tap & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Pig - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Origin Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental located?

Situated in Lake Placid, this holiday home is steps from Ausable River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Olympic Jumping Complex and Lake Placid Horse Shows. Craig Wood Golf Course and John Brown Farm State Historic Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Johnathan A Esper

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The owner loves the Adirondacks and log home living, and this log home is the owner's 3rd. Johnathan grew up in a family log home in the Adirondacks, and then building a log chalet overlooking Whiteface and the Ausable River in Wilmington, which is now a popular vacation rental fully booked year round. HomeAway listing #3651607. This Adirondack log lodge style home is now the 3rd, and has been custom designed entirely by the owner to maximize the forested hilltop views and location and incorporates all the best features learned from a lifetime of log home living and also photographing many premier Adirondack properties.

Why they chose this property

Brand new authentic log home with Adirondack flair and furnishings, hilltop view location with no homes in sight, and close to Lake Placid!

What makes this property unique

Living in a log home gives you a deeper connection with the land, forests, and nature. Also, this is a brand new home, so ultra clean!

Languages:

English

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