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Waterfront Wonderland • Historic River Cabin • Sauna & Swimming Hole

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, High Falls Gorge
  • Place, Whiteface Mountain
  • Place, Santa's Workshop
  • Airport, Lake Placid, NY (LKP)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room / Alcove

1 Double Futon

Sunroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Waterfront Wonderland • Historic River Cabin • Sauna & Swimming Hole

Recently featured in Travel + Leisure, Homes & Gardens, and Apartment Therapy. Now back on VRBO.

Warner’s Camp is a recently renovated, 1800's guesthouse. The house is located in the Adirondacks High Peaks area, directly adjacent to a freshwater river and swimming hole. Our cabin is perched so close to the river that you can hear and see it from nearly every room.

The house is only 10 minutes away from Whiteface Ski Resort, 25 minutes from Lake Placid, and 5 minutes from Keene.

*PLEASE READ*

Sleeping Arrangements

Warner’s Camp has three traditional bedrooms, plus a sunroom off the kitchen that doubles as a fourth bedroom, and a curtained off sleeping alcove near the living room that can be used as a private sleeping space. The master bedroom upstairs (Loft Bedroom) has a king bed. The second master bedroom (Green Bedroom) downstairs has a queen. The third bedroom (Map Bedroom) sleeps three with one double bed and one twin trundle. The fourth bedroom (Sunroom) has a twin bed and a twin trundle. The living room sleeping alcove (Alcove) has a twin sleeper that can unfold into a queen bed. If coming with a large group, you are welcome to use the large sofa in the living room as an extra sleeping spot. The various sleeping arrangements offer a variety of options for your group, large or small. Please let us know in advance the amount of people coming, so that we can ensure enough linens are provided.

Living Quarters

The living room sits in the oldest part of the home, featuring original exposed beams from the 1800’s and a wood burning stove. Firewood is provided, and your first fire is on us. This room is incredibly cozy in the winter, yet stays cool in the summer. The living room Roku TV is equipped with Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming services. In addition, we’ve stocked the cabin with technology classics: record player and rotary phone. Enjoy our record collection! The living room also has a writing desk, so you can plug in and get to work, or disconnect and write that novel.

The kitchen and dining room, which were added to the home in the 70’s, feature incredible river views via oversized windows. Watching the flowing river never gets old. We’ve updated the mid century kitchen with local black granite, marble accents, and brand new, retro style appliances (including a dishwasher and double ovens). The kitchen is fully stocked with whatever you might need to make a meal (waffle iron included). Make sure you try the local maple syrup.

Both bathrooms in the home are chock-full of character. The downstairs bath includes an antique clawfoot tub and shower. For your convenience, we have added a washer/dryer. The upstairs bath, recently installed, features a rustic galvanized bucket shower and classic tile finishes. Toiletries and linens are provided.

Outdoor Living

There is a screened in porch located off the the living room that juts out over the river. This is our favorite room in the home. Warner’s Camp also has two large front porches (great for watching the cyclers if a race is going on). The porch near the patio has a propane grill.

The riverview patio and beer garden is also very special place. Our gravel patio sits on top on a small cliff that looks over the Ausable River. We’ve lined the patio with large boulders. Enjoy the oversized picnic table and the fire pit surrounded Adirondack chairs. The fire pit is a great year round activity! We love crashing here with a beer in our snow gear after some early spring skiing.

Another great year round activity: our exterior barrel sauna! Fire up the stove and hop in for a steam after hiking, skiing, or swimming.

Our lot spans over 2 acres with 200 feet of water frontage. Walk down the paths towards the river and you’ll find a hammock suspended over the water, multiple sitting boulders, and finally, our (nearly) private swimming hole. Great for swimming, tubing, and fishing. The house comes equipped with four large inner tubes which you can use in our swimming hole, or take with you to another spot. Connect them to the large boulder in the center of the swimming hole and have yourself a lazy river party! Also a great solo activity.

The cabin is just a short walk from a couple of local restaurants in Upper Jay and only 5 minutes from charming downtown Keene. Whiteface Ski Area is a quick 10 minute drive, and you can be in vibrant Lake Placid in under 25 minutes. Both Burlington and Montréal make for easy day trips. For more recommendations, check out our full area guide on our site, Warner’s Camp.

Other things to note

> > Send us a message if you plan to bring a pet. Additional cleaning fee of $75 per pet required.

>> To make our unique river property more accessible, we have made the decision to accept large groups in our home. We can sleep up to 12, but this puts one person on the sofa. If the sofa is not a suitable option for your group of 12, please consider a different property. Thank you!

>> Please ensure that all members of your group are made aware of our house rules. We expect you to return the property to us in the same condition in which you received it, aside from the bedding and towels, which we will turn over. You'll find our full checkout procedures printed in our guest guide.

>> Our cleaners work hard to ensure the property is perfect for each group. Please respect their time by checking out promptly at 10am.

>> Please be mindful that this is a period home, rich in character. The staircase leading to the upper level (consisting of king bedroom and bathroom) is original and has a rather steep and narrow incline.

>> We are located in a somewhat remote area. The house is on Route 9N, a scenic state highway, and backs up to the Ausable River and miles of protected state parklands. You can see a couple neighboring homes from the front porch, while the river area out back feels very secluded. We love our location as we can quickly pop into town, but still have privacy.

>> Due to our location, cell service is spotty. Enable WiFi calling on your phone to make and receive calls.

>> Our well water tastes and smells a bit like sulfur. It's completely safe and potable. We drink it while we are there, but you might consider bringing bottled water.

>> Expect to encounter wildlife. We regularly see trout, ducks, and otters in the river. Chipmunks are always scurrying around the property. If you’re lucky, you might see a deer. There will be bugs! A cost of being so close to the river. Consider packing bug spray, and please keep all screens to the house closed (even in the winter).

>> In the summer months, we now provide AC in every room except for the sunroom, which has multiple windows facing the river that can be opened to cool at night. Portable fans are also provided.

>> It can get very cold here in the winter! Our house will keep you cozy. We have an electric heating system, in addition to the wood burning stove — a very way to heat up the house! Use it if you’d like to, the house will stay warm either way.

>> Check out our other listing! The Log Cabin at Warner's Camp is located across the street from this property: https://www.vrbo.com/3410464

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 4 total)
Additional fee of $75 per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Additional cleaning fee of $75 per pet required.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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

About the area

Upper Jay

Located in Upper Jay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mirror Lake and Hurricane Mountain Wilderness, while Keene Arts and Ausable Theater are cultural highlights. Dartbrook Rustic Goods and Adirondack Reflections are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Upper Jay, NY

What's nearby

  • Wilmington Town Beach - 12 min drive - 14.5 km
  • High Falls Gorge - 13 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Whiteface Mountain - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Santa's Workshop - 16 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Mirror Lake - 25 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪High Falls Gorge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fratelli Pizza Restaurant & Bar II - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cloudspin Lounge - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Wonderland • Historic River Cabin • Sauna & Swimming Hole pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Waterfront Wonderland • Historic River Cabin • Sauna & Swimming Hole?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Wonderland • Historic River Cabin • Sauna & Swimming Hole?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Wonderland • Historic River Cabin • Sauna & Swimming Hole located?

Nestled on the beach, this Upper Jay holiday home is steps from Ausable River and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Wells Memorial Library. Hurricane Mountain Wilderness and Jay Mountain Wilderness are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Excellent stay

Ultra convenient for skiing. Sauna was excellent, house clean and comfortable. Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur S.

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

Charming river cabin

Great little river cabin. Rustic charm with a great outdoor sauna and fire pit
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Amazing Location!

This property was so cute! Perfect for a girls weekend where we wanted to be immersed in fall. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Anniversary in the ADK!

Warner’s camp was carefully curated, creating the most cozy of stays. Waking up and going to sleep to the sounds of the River running…was just pure perfection. My boyfriend and I had the best time, thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

Birthday Weekend

For my birthday weekend friends and I wanted a trip to the Adirondacks and this property was amazing. Super clean and the host always responded to any questions within an hour or so. I would recommend this stay to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine S.

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

Warners camp

We really enjoyed ourselves! The property is perfect for relaxing, loved the screened in porch overlooking the river!!! Even when it was chilly ( did mIt’s close to all the lake placid attractions y morning yoga out there… we enjoyed the fire pit outside, the sauna was awesome!!! All the furniture was comfy, and kitchen was well appointed ( we did a lot of cooking!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth F.

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

A beautiful stay on the river

Everything was perfect for a family Thanksgiving for three with furry friends to boot. Everything was cozy and clean and we had everything we needed. Waking up to watch and hear the babbling Ausable with just a touch of snow to make it even more beautiful. Amy was wonderful to comunicate
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Long weekend at Warners and Whiteface

We had a great stay at the River house for our long weekend. The house is so unique being right beside the river. It was really nicely decorated and had everything we needed. We loved using the sauna after each day of skiing and boarding at Whiteface. The location is close to Whiteface and about 20 minutes to Lake Placid. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Perfect getaway!!

We honestly knew that we were all in for a good time after seeing the wonderful pictures! We have always loved the area up there. To go back at a new location in a familiar area was key for us. The house was kept very clean. Lots of sleeping areas. The fire pit looking over the river couldn’t have been more perfect! Thank you for renting out a beautiful house in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage has all the amenities without losing the charm. Very nicely decorated. Very comfortable beds!
Our view from the dining room while eating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent hours floating in the river and reading on the banks. So calming. Our family VRBOs every summer. This is the first place that supplied toiletries! Even their notes to guests were friendly and inviting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

A great week in Upper Jay

We really enjoyed our stay! House was very conformable and spacious. Internet was very good covered our needs. The house was in an excellent location for all of the day trips we took - including Burlington, VT.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah H.

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

Peaceful river retreat near Whiteface

Can not say enough good things about our stay at Warner’s Camp! It was such a relaxing stay, our kids loved watching the deer across the river in the morning & exploring the river and trails on the property. The house is well stocked with everything you might need from pantry essentials, cleaning and laundry supplies, plenty of towels and toiletries and space heaters for at night when it got a little chilly, the waffle iron was a big hit! I’d say the house had more than the typical rental and it was very clean. The home in general is very much the vintage cabin feel but very well done and cozy; we enjoyed the fireplace almost every night. Location to Whiteface was under 15 mins and roads were easy to navigate, just make sure to download any maps ahead of time. Communication was wonderful, very quick responses to questions and had zero issues while staying at the property. Our family enjoyed our stay and had a great time skiing and coming back to rest and relax, would love to visit again! Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

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

Wonderful Stay

Amy was quick to respond to any questions. The house had a lovely aesthetic to it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

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

Family Ski Weekend at Upper Jay/Whiteface

Our family spent three night at this perfectly located home. The property was in excellent condition and very well supplied for a comfortable weekend of skiing, cooking and relaxing. The wood burning stove and the outdoor sauna made the stay extra special. The host was very helpful and the check-in process was seamless. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

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

Gorgeous view along the river.

Spent the weekend here doing a winter hike. The pictures are accurate. The location was perfect for access to the high peaks. We enjoyed the sauna after a chilly hike as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Lovely cabin feel and location

We loved our stay. We loved the history showed in the cabin. The location was perfect for our trip. Very close to whiteface. We’d definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

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

Awesome!

Loved it! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

As amazing as the pictures

We had such a wonderful experience staying at the Historic River Cabin. It is such a unique and beautiful property. We had such a cozy experience over a fall weekend. Check in was easy, the house was full of amenities, and the extra touches made for such an incredible getaway. We loved it here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susan D.

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

Beautiful location!

It was a very nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Racheal H.

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

Fun relaxing time

We had a great time here. The house was just as shown in the pictures, very clean as well. It’s a beautiful area. We had a fun relaxing time hanging out and playing down by the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

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

Gramza. Getaway

Our stay at the river cabin was magical! From the screened in porch, to the fire pit to the "lazy river", this place had it all! Perfect set up to share homemade family dinners, relax in the screen porch and just minutes away from great mountain hikes. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

A perfect vacation spot for nature lovers who also want cozy accommodations

We adored our week here! The cabin is so beautiful and full of historic charm. The place was very clean, comfy bedding, a fully stocked kitchen, and there are about a hundred different ways to enjoy nature right on the property. Couldn’t ask for more for a peaceful and relaxing vacation. Highly recommend, and even though this place is 700 miles from home for me, I know I will be back—this place is just too great to pass up!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

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

Fishing Trip

Six "old" fishermen spent two nights in this streamside home. The house was exactly as described and exceeded our expectations in every way. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reid N.

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

Great place

Great house in an even better location. Make sure to grab dinner at the Ice Jam Inn, just one mile down the road. Best food in the high peaks region.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amy Brightman

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Hi, we’re Amy & Jess.

We live in Park Slope, Brooklyn with our dog, Rudy. We love skiing, snowboarding, hiking, interior decorating, and being in the Adirondacks. Amy manages a digital marketing agency and Jessica is an attorney who works in disability services at a university in NYC. Rudy calls the shots. It was his idea to buy a mountain house. Rudy wont be here to great you when you arrive, but you are welcome to bring your own pet! This is a pet friendly Adirondack cabin. We will likely be in Brooklyn during your stay. Our caretaker lives just down the street.

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