Private Cottage with Waterfront

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

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Lake Clear, NY

Saranac Inn Golf and Country Club
‪7 min drive‬
Bartok Cabin
‪20 min drive‬
Lake Flower
‪20 min drive‬
Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)
‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

We invite you to stay in our newly remodeled camp with a huge new screened in room. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers the best of all Adirondack worlds: a great mix of evergreen and hardwoods, ultimate privacy on nine acres of land, 972 feet of waterfront on Lake Clear Outlet giving you access to Lake Clear and Mill Pond.

It is a short drive to The Wild Center and Paul Smith’s interpretive center. It is just a quick 10 miles to Saranac Lake, 5 miles to upper Saranac Lake, and 20 to the Olympic Village of Lake Placid.

Two canoes and two Kayaks are provided for you to enjoy the St. Regis Canoe area and the many connecting ponds and lakes. There is outstanding bass and pike fishing on our waterfront, Mill Pond, and Lake Clear, and the High Peaks trails are close by. It’s just a short paddle, motor (20hp max) boat ride, or a beautiful easy hike to an awesome private, sandy beach on NYS land! Enjoy the shops and restaurants in Saranac Lake and Lake Placid or get away from everything at our camp near the end of a private road.

Property manager

JoAnne Broadbent

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Life jackets, games, boats

Events

No events allowed

Visitors are OK

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Note from host: Visitors are OK

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

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This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Clear

Located in Lake Clear, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saint Regis Canoe Area and Floodwood Mountain Trailhead, while Adirondack Artists Guild and The Waterhole are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Adirondack Carousel and Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lake Clear, NY

What's nearby

Saranac Inn Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 16 min drive - 17.4 km
Mount Pisgah Ski Area - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
Bartok Cabin - 20 min drive - 18.5 km
Lake Flower - 20 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪Donnelly's Ice Cream - ‬9 min drive
‪Red Fox Bar Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
‪Adk Cavu Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪Airport Cafe - ‬7 min drive
‪Restaurant at Hohmeyer's Lake Clear Lodge - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cottage with Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage with Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cottage with Waterfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Cottage with Waterfront located?

This family-friendly Lake Clear cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Saint Regis Canoe Area and Upper Saranac Lake. Hoel Pond and Upper Saint Regis Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

1 Sept 2024

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

Private and peaceful

We loved the privacy! It was the most stocked ( spices, etc) vrbo we have stayed at

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia N.

10 Aug 2024

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Summer “Camp Grandma”

Beautiful spot on Lake Clear Outlet. The 20 month old loved the child’s rocker & the older kids participated in kayak races. We all had a lovely time.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

19 Aug 2024

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Great Home Base for Exploring the Area or Just Relaxing

This home is in a great location for exploring the Saranac lakes and high peaks areas. The home is very comfortable and very well equipped for a relaxing family vacation. Having canoes and kayaks available is especially nice. We enjoy the easy access to either Lake Clear or the Mill Pond. We have now stayed here three different times. Hopefully that speaks for itself -- we really like this home!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B.

26 July 2024

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Peaceful Stay

This was our second time staying at this property. We love the quiet location, the paddling and fishing on the outlet, and the beautiful house. Our family enjoyed the fire pit and the large screened porch. The house is very clean and well-stocked with anything you might need. The towns of Tupper Lake and Saranac Lake are nearby and we went into both for dinner and to shop.We'll probably book again as we like it so much.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harm S.

25 Aug 2024

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Biking paddling hiking and enjoying

Great stay at camp JOAL. We used the canoes to paddle out to lake clear, where there's a nice swimming spot right at the entry of the lake. The bike trail to Saranac Lake and beyond to Lake Placid just opened, it's fantastic, you can hop on the trail right from the house and bike to Saranac Lake (for ice cream!). So bring your bikes! Great hikes in the vicinity, we did 3 mountains. We paddled the seven carries, shout-out to MAC Canoe Livery less than half mile from the house. What a great vacation place!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

16 Aug 2023

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August visit to Lake Clear

This is a terrific property in my family's favorite part of the Adirondacks. This was our second time staying in the house, and we enjoyed it every bit as much this year as we did last year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne B., Rochester, NY

28 Aug 2023

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Beautiful Property

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely, well-maintained camp. The house has everything we needed for our stay and is beautifully decorated. The setting is private and peaceful.The outlet is calm and ideal for paddling and fishing. We loved relaxing on the large, enclosed porch and having campfires at night.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura r.

6 Mar 2022

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Perfect house for canoeing

The house was just what we wanted. It was well equipped, cozy, wooded, private and with canoe access. We loved spending time outdoors grilling and at the fire pit. Beds were comfortable even the one in the screened in porch. We would love to return soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caryn D.

1 Aug 2021

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Amazing!

We had a wonderful time! Perfect location and lots of privacy! The canoes, paddle board, kayaks and pedal board enabled us to all be on the water together. Loved the screened in porch. Hope to be back next summer!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

E Hervey E., Baltimore, MD

11 July 2023

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Clear Lake 62 Norton Road

The home was spectacular and very well equipped for our group of four. We spend most of our time on the water and hanging out on the enormous screened in porch! Canoeing and kayaking are the best here, with access on a very shallow passage to Clear lake and back into the flowage by the house. It was enormously private and very clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S., Hamburg

12 July 2022

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Second time is a charm!

This is our second time staying at this property, this time for two weeks because we liked it so much last year! One of the things we love about the house is it is secluded but yet conveniently located to many hiking trails. The house is fully stocked and the screened in back porch is huge. We loved listening to the loons in the evening. Kayaking on the lake was so peaceful! A really special place.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ted B.

23 Sept 2022

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Nice cabin

The owner made sure that the place was stocked with everything we needed. It's a located in a private and beautiful area near Lake Clear. Beside the terrible weather, my only complaint is with the absolutely terrible water pressure. Seriously, the worst pressure you can imagine for showers or rinsing off dishes.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy S., Hamburg

20 June 2021

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Peaceful Get Away

This was is an amazing property!! It’s so serene and peaceful; no neighbors nearby or across the lake. We took many kayak rides around the lake which provided beautiful mountain views. The house was immaculate when we arrived and fully stocked!! We spent most of our time in the beautiful, huge screened in porch reading and relaxing. Hiking at the VIK, Moose Pond, Black Pond and Baker Mountain was beautiful. We loved it here and have already booked two weeks for next year!! Thank you JoAnn for a lovely visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

2 Sept 2023

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Beautiful camp!

Thank you to Camp JoAl for having us during our stay!! The camp was absolutely beautiful and well stocked with everything we needed. The furniture was so nice and the screened in porch was the perfect place to enjoy the evenings. The location is wonderful - a short kayak ride takes you to a small beach opening on Lake Clear. You are very close to Saranac Lake (which our family preferred over Lake Placid because of the better restaurant scene). But still extremely secluded and peaceful. The layout of the house is perfect and bedrooms are separated so no one felt on top of one another. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin B.

8 Aug 2018

Wonderful

This is simply a wonderful place if you are looking to experience the Adirondacks. The house was wonderful for me, my wife and 2 young boys. The place is all updated and very clean. The porch is amazing and ideal for family meals and game nights. We fished everyday and caught something every time we went out (be ready for pike if fishing lures). The location is great for visits to Saranac Lake, Lake Placid and Tupper Lake. Lake Clear had a nice public beach that we canoed to one day (takes about an hour). Overall, I can’t say enough good things. Clearly, the cottage is designed for family fun and it did not disappoint. Thanks!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Virginia M., Newtown, PA

16 July 2023

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Beautiful Adirondack Getaway!

The cottage, lakes, and sports equipment were all exactly as pictured/described. We stayed one week and saw very few people on the water. My husband and son fished and caught northern pike, perch, and large mouth bass. We saw lots of turtles, including a monster snapping turtle, muskrat, deer, a family of wild turkeys, lots of hummingbirds, kingfisher, and loons. The scenery while on the water is gorgeous! The house has everything you need for cooking and lots of games and books. We found the WiFi to be very reliable, which was a surprise since the house feels so remote. We made a few trips to explore the area. We enjoyed the Fish Hatchery; Paul Smith's VIC; the Wild Center; and seeing a movie, having dinner at Well Dressed Food, and desert at Skyline Ice Cream in Tupper Lake. JoAnne's cottage is a great place to find peace on the water!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

31 July 2023

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Blissful Week with family in this Spacious Cabin

This was such a great cabin we could not think of much to improve on. In fact this might be the cabin we now compare others to! There was lots of space (so many beds to choose from and spread out), ultimate privacy from other camps, everything we could possibly need to cook, play and just enjoy time together. Hiked and explored by day, paddled (loved not having to rent small craft or bring our own) to the sand bar on Lake Clear and swam in the evening, fire pit memories (nicely seasoned wood), wonderful screen porch (can not say enough) best place ever to sleep, owner and caregivers took care of needs that arose due to unforeseen circumstances from weather without missing a beat. Beds were super comfortable, lots of box fans for warm days, ample parking was also a plus. Visited Lake Clear Beach, The Wild, Whiteface, Saranac Lake and several Mt and Lake/Pond Trails without spending alot of travel time to do it. Great Location! We would love to come back. This is a true gem!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

11 Aug 2020

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Fantastic stay!

We could not have been more pleased with our stay. The house and backyard are simply beautiful. It was so nice and easy to be able to use the kayaks, canoes and paddleboard on the inlet and go out to the lake. We loved waking up and viewing the lake right outside the back. The house was really comfortable for us - a couple and our two daughters in their twenties. Joanne was perfectly lovely to communicate with and resolved whatever question we had both before and after arrival. There was so much varied hiking in the area and we had plenty to do even with many things not open during Covid. It was a perfect kind of vacation for this time period as we didn't have to interact with many people. We swam at the nearby beach and loved canoeing to another spot on the lake to take a dip. We even loved the day it poured all day and night during a hurricane as it was lovely to read all day in the large screened porch under blankets. The kids enjoyed the natural beauty and we played games every night at the dining room table. The kitchen was easy to use and well stocked so we ate in nearly every night. I'd love to come back and stay longer!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

19 July 2018

Wonderful stay at the outlet.

We had a wonderful week visiting with our adult children at Lake Clear. The cabin is on the outlet a short paddle from Lake clear. We swam every day at the beach near where the out let enters the lake. The cabin is close proximity to some great hiking. My husband and I hiked haystack while the kids went and did a few high peaks. We also hiked little Baker Mt. in Saranac lake. There is also some amazing paddling near by. We enjoyed the paddle from church pond to Osgood pond through the canal. Another day we paddled on saint Regis to bog pond and then to bear pond. The portages were short and there are loads of pitcher plants and sundews to see. There is so much to do and see near by! The cabin has a well equipped kitchen, and a wonderful screened porch. The bed rooms are comfortable and every thing was beautifully clean. There is a really great fire pit outside for evening camp fires. We brought our own boats but had to try the SUP. the camp also provided a canoe and 2 kayaks and a paddle boat. I would recommend this spot its out of the way but near by so much!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom Y.

6 Sept 2021

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Fabulous Lake House

We had a lovely visit at this beautiful lake house. The house is even better than the pictures. It is decorated tastefully in true Adirondack style and was lovely. We loved the very large screened-in porch and ate most of our meals out there as well as relaxed on the very comfy furniture. We never got around to having a fire but they had a very inviting fire pit space with plenty of chairs for a large group to sit around. Our favorite activity was kayaking and canoeing and fishing. We went out several times each day either to Mill Pond( smaller) or Lake Clear ( larger) both equally beautiful places to explore. We saw and heard loons on Lake Clear each time we visited! The coolest thing we did was to load up the canoe with happy hour drinks and snacks and chairs and went to a tiny beach that is just to the right as you enter Lake Clear from the outlet. There is a sand bar there so you have to go out into the lake a bit and go around to the other side of the beach and come back in so as not to beach the canoe on the sandbar. It was not warm enough to go swimming but would have been a fun place to wade and swim. There is also a swimming beach at the top of Lake Clear that you can get to from Rt 30. It was not marked as the sign must have fallen down but it is an NYS beach and is quite beautiful and large. A must-visit place if you like to hike is the Paul Smiths VIC land about 10 minutes away. The hiking trails are beautiful and well marked and the views are amazing. You can get a map in the Interpretive Center. We had the best vacation at Joal Camp and can't wait to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

23 Aug 2022

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a spacious & gracious location for relaxation!

This was the site fir this year’s family reunion. Year 8! This location offered us privacy yet fabulous accessibility to all things Adirondack! With the outlet in our frontyard, we paddled in each direction each day. There was great fishing, daily heron sightings and trips to the State beach. Yes, we paddled a couple of times to the sandbar! Oh and 3 trips to Donnelly’s for their flavor of the day, yum! Weather cooperated (tho’ we were looking forward to rain & games on the amazing screened porch. Fabulous week, totally relaxing!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

13 Aug 2022

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Lake Clear Outlet

Very comfortable house in a nice location. House was well stocked with everything we needed to enjoy a week of hiking and paddling.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caryn D.

9 Aug 2022

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Relaxing ADK home

We had a great time, again, this year. House is very clean and well maintained and had everything we needed for the week. Loved having lots of options for the lake too!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lenette Curtis W., Birdsboro

31 July 2021

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Awesome Vacation

We stayed at this camp in late June. It was fabulous. The house is very comfortable, clean and supplied including spices, beach towels and a great collection of good books. The open floor plan is welcoming and the large screened in porch is where we spent much of our time. It is like an outdoor living room with a collection of fun bird print pillows on the comfortable sofa and chairs. We enjoyed morning coffee watching the birds and looking at the trees and water. We ate dinner and played several games of monopoly at the large table. You really feel like you are outside. We really enjoyed using the kayak and canoe to paddle to the beach on Lake Clear. The water and sandy bottom is refreshing and beautiful. We drove around to another beach on the other side of the lake several times. It is also close to Paul Smith conservation center which we went hiking on their lovely trails several time. Enjoyed being in the quiet but near amenities in Saranac Lake. A highly recommended rental.

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

11 July 2021

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Home away from home

Camp Joal is a beautiful vacation home with all of the amenities and comforts of home. The house and linens were immaculate. There is enough space to separate and retreat from the group and enough space for all to gather together to eat or socialize. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal (we made prime rib one night). It was so handy to have a washer and dryer right there as well. The caregiver lives down the road and was very helpful with any questions we had. There are kayaks and canoes to go out on the water which is beautiful. You can not really swim right there at the property but there is a lovely beach 8 minutes away with sand and sun or shade to choose lounging around in. 8 minutes in the other direction is Upper Saranac Lake which has a fantastic boat launch that we brought our Jetboat to several times and still didn't see the whole thing! We had a rainy forecast for the week but we made the most of every day. There is a seasonal greatroom that is screened in which was beautiful to sit out in when the rain did come. It would be hard not to enjoy your stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by JoAnne Broadbent

My husband and I live in Illinois and have traveled to the Adirondacks to spend a week with extended family for 40 years. Our children and their cousins have memories of canoe trips, High Peaks hikes, picking raspberries, and songs and skits around the campfire. They continue to come to gather from Texas, Utah, California, and Dubai. They now have their own families and want to continue making memories and strengthening relationships.

Why they chose this property

This property gives us waterfront to send off canoes and to play. It is on 9 acres, so we can sing and play without disturbing others. It has a comfortable place to sleep and a wonderful huge screened in porch for gathering.

What makes this property unique

This property is close to canoe routes and High Peaks hiking trails, near cultural activities and attractions, and a short drive from Saranac Lake and Lake Placid for shopping and restaurants. At the same time you are surrounded by forests and across the water from quiet state land.

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