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Great Room, Majestic Floor to Ceiling Stone Fireplace, Rustic Wood Beams

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Exceptional

6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12446 sq m

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Hot tub

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Lake Placid, NY

Mount Jo4 min drive
Olympic Sports Complex13 min drive
Mount Van Hoevenberg Cross Country Ski Area15 min drive
Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)34 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Excellent!

Charles T.

Aug 3, 2023

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathrooms 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

HISTORIC RIVER RANCH LAKE PLACID WITH SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS STR-200325

Permit STR-200325 River Ranch Lake Placid Vacation Rental, a unique home with a combination of Rustic Ranch and Adirondack Decor. The property is highlighted with two majestic stone fireplaces. The Ranch was frequently used during the 1980 Winter Olympics. A quarter mile driveway adds to the privacy of the 100 acres property made up of open fields, forests, and the Ausable River. There are trails on the property great for x/c skiing, strolling through the woods or down to the river. If you seek adventure this is the property for you. There are breath taking views of the High Peak Mountains from every room:

3 King sized beds, 1 Queen, and 2 adult size bunk beds:

Bedroom 1: KING w/ ensuite bath w/beautiful views of Algonquin Mountain and Sunsets.
Bedroom 2: Log BUNK Beds (twin, twin) w/ Jack & Jill bath. Mountain Views.
Bedroom 3: Log BUNK Beds (twin, twin) w/ Jack & Jill bath. Mountain Views.
Bedroom 4: MASTER- KING w/ ensuite bath (handicap access, walk-in shower), flat screen TV. Mountain Views.

North Wing Suite:

Additional Living Room with flat screen TV, ensuite bath with Mountain Views.
Bedroom 5: KING w/Mountain Views.
Bedroom 6: QUEEN w/ Mountain Views.

Permit: STR-200325

Property manager

RIVER RANCH

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Please direct event inquiries to our website

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Note from host: Please direct event inquiries to our website

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

About the area

Lake Placid

Located in Lake Placid, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. 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 Mount Jo. Travelling with kids? Consider Boots and Birdies, or check out an event or a game at Olympic Jumping Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Holiday homes in Lake Placid

Lake Placid, NY

What's nearby

Mount Jo - 4 min drive
Olympic Center - 10 min drive
Mirror Lake - 10 min drive
Olympic Sports Complex - 13 min drive
Mount Van Hoevenberg Cross Country Ski Area - 15 min drive

Getting around

Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

‪Emma's Lake Placid Creamery - ‬11 min drive
‪Lake Placid Pub & Brewery - ‬10 min drive
‪Generations - ‬11 min drive
‪Lisa G's - ‬9 min drive
‪Zigzags - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HISTORIC RIVER RANCH LAKE PLACID WITH SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS STR-200325 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HISTORIC RIVER RANCH LAKE PLACID WITH SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS STR-200325?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HISTORIC RIVER RANCH LAKE PLACID WITH SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS STR-200325?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HISTORIC RIVER RANCH LAKE PLACID WITH SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS STR-200325 located?

Located on a river, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Lake Placid is within 1 mile (2 km) of Adirondack Park and Ausable River, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Olympic Sports Complex and Mount Jo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

3 Aug 2023

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Excellent

Excellent!

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

21 Feb 2023

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

Perfect Winter Stay

The entire property was beautiful! Had a slight snowfall on Friday which made it a winter wonderland. Plenty of space for our entire adult family. Frank was wonderful showing us the property, fireplaces set and ready to be lit. Unfortunatelyy sons thought they would help and get additional wood when needed but pick wrong stuff so recommend to always follow Frank's guidelines - call him!! Kitchen could be updated and cookware but everything was workable. Close to Lake Placid. Wonderful place for a large family. Special thanks to Frank for all of his help.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

18 Feb 2023

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

Great place with lots of character and charm

Our group had a great time. Plenty of space, unique features, and lots of character at the property. Hosts were responsive and easy to work with. Everyone loved the stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

kirsa p., Lafayette, CA

31 Dec 2022

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

Authentic Adirondack ranch

We stayed here for Christmas with extended family. The house is cozy (although spacious) and festive with the fireplaces and views of the mountains. It was great to be able to cross-country ski right at the house. It is also a short drive into town. It is an old, rustic house - not a new luxury faux-rustic ski lodge. This means the furniture is old and funky, the kitchen has formica counters and wall-paper on the ceiling, the bathrooms are from the sixties and pretty much everything is a bit worn. This is what you get if you are lucky enough to have a family compound in the Adirondacks, rather than a suburban style new build. We loved having the chance to experience the house and hope to be able to come back again some day.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane N.

12 Oct 2022

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

Exceptional!!!

We visit Lake Placid this time every year and enjoy trying different rental homes. River Ranch is officially our favorite place! The description does not do it justice. The views of the high peaks are impeccable, with miles of trails to explore. We had a group of 10 with more than enough space to spread out. This home is truly unique - two massive fireplaces, nostalgic decor, and offers the peace and tranquility you look for on vacation. From check-in to check-out, River Ranch offers it all. A huge thank you to the owner and caretaker, Frank, who made this one of our best vacations yet!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberta C.

23 July 2022

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Charming

The property is Amazingly….we almost hated to leave to go hiking and sightseeing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josephine S., Massapequa park,ny

2 Mar 2022

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Winter wonderland

River Ranch exceeded our expectations. The house was expansive yet cozy. Very warm and welcoming. The kids loved exploring it and the adults enjoyed sitting by the fire in the great room. The house has everything you need to make your stay comfortable. Frank , the property owner, plowed the driveway a few times during the winter storm while we were there. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you !

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

2 Feb 2022

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

Great setting and house

We loved this house! It was in a beautiful location-close to all the things. We loved the ping pong table and the fireplace was amazing! Thanks!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

13 Dec 2021

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

Excellent stay!

Wonderful place for a family getaway !!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

6 Sept 2021

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

Great escape

Beautiful property, at first I was alittle nervous about the house,first time staying in a rustic place, but the place grows on you and we fell in love with the property, had the best time,,, one suggestion is buy more adk chairs and place them near all the beautiful views, definitely comming back

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

James S.

24 Aug 2021

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

A hot time at Lake Placid

The property was amazing and the house was quite impressive. My family and I had a great time, however the one MAJOR issue we had was that we were staying at the property during a heat wave and that was not pleasant. Although there were many fans available, nothing really helped much when temperatures were in the 80's and humidity was in the 90's, even at night. Our one recommendation is that a slim AC unit be installed in at least the great room, for situations like this. The listing did state that there was no A/C and that did not seem to be an issue as the weather in Lake Placid is usually in the mid 70s and not too humid. We chalked up our experience to bad timing and weather. Again, the house was very unique and the property was incredible. We imagine this property would be amazing in the Fall or Winter time. Also have to say that the property manager was very friendly, helpful, and readily available. Overall it was a great time and we hope to return one day in a better climate.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison E.

28 Mar 2021

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A perfect getaway for a family with teens

Everything was just as advertised. Easy check-in, proximity to Whiteface and Lake Placid town, amazing property and so much space indoors. We loved our morning coffee in the screened-in porch, our teens had their own hang-out place in the lower level and each had their own bedroom. Couldn’t have been better, we will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

11 Mar 2021

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

Second Time Renting...

This is a wonderful property with amazing views and plenty of privacy. Great for a large family to get together and spread out. We have been here in the summer and now the winter. Both times we have had a terrific stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Lucy K.

9 Mar 2021

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

Great place

This house is big, clean and well-kept. There is a ton of space and the basement was great for the kids. The property is huge. The care-taking was super helpful and responsive. The furniture and kitchen could use updating. That said, we had a great stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ethan A.

26 Jan 2021

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

As advertised

Spacious for a family and and clear instructions and amenities. On site manager was readily available. We all enjoyed all the winter options.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane A., Medina, OH

13 Jan 2021

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Spectacular Retreat

Our family enjoyed a beautiful Christmas week at River Ranch. The home was perfect for our family of eight adults and two small children. A big Christmas tree and holiday decorations made the home feel festive and welcoming. Frank, the property manager, was exceptional, keeping us stocked with firewood and the driveway clear of snow. We loved all the trails for skiing and hiking.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

2 Jan 2021

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

Beautiful Property and House

Our group of college friends with kids had a great stay at River Ranch. Due to COVID, we basically didn't leave the house and had a great time hiking, skiing, and sledding on the extensive property. We even had a full moon bonfire outside! The house although dated is spacious and has all the amenities you need. Frank, the caretaker, was very helpful too refilling our wood supply and providing sleds so our kids wouldn't fight over the two we had. I would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

22 Sept 2020

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Truly a special place!

Staying at River Ranch was one our family’s favorite vacations! The house and property are so special and unique, we would love to make it an annual getaway for our family! Thank you to Frank and the entire River Ranch family!!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

23 July 2020

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

Wilderness Ranch with Spectacular Views

This is an amazing property with acres of wilderness trails, each with spectacular views of the ADK Tall Peaks! All the activities you can think of -hiking, biking, swimming and climbing- are all within a few miles of the property. Coming back to relax on the outdoor patio, grilling dinner and watching the sunset... this is the Adirondacks at its finest! Frank, the property manager is great and attentive. We will be back.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

26 Feb 2020

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Just excellent!

This place is amazing! Huge but very cozy, has absolutely everything you might ever need! Every detail in a house is in place, very well equipped and clean. We had unforgettable weekend! If we could -next trip to Lake Placid will definitely try to stay here. Thank you very much, Frank (caretaker)!

10/10 Excellent

David C.

8 Sept 2019

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Fantastic Ranch

Absolutely impressive place, more things to do than we had time for. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave A.

5 Sept 2019

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Beauty of the nature!

This place is actually spread out in acres and 2 nights of stay wasn’t enough to explore this river ranch property itself! Bbq spot, sun room, game room to forest trails! You’ve everything you need if you’re trying to get out of the city! We had to do a late check-in and they were very accommodating to make our process seamless! Would def return again soon, and again!

10/10 Excellent

Jacob G.

5 Sept 2019

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Exceptional real Adirondack experience

This property is spectacular. Close to the best things the Adirondacks have to offer! Walk the property’s miles and miles of trails, all leading back to the house. Stroll down to the Ausable River and wade in. The rooms are oversized yet comfortable. Don’t expect over-the-top fancy. This is the quintessence of Adirondack homes as they should be, comfortable but unfussy, a place to relax and simply to be. It is big, we had far fewer, but it would have accommodated up to 12 comfortably. The kitchen is well appointed, but again, comfortable and unfussy. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

26 July 2019

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

Great house with a spectacular view

The house is everything it’s advertised to be. The property manager was very helpful and easy to deal with. Thanks for a great weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerri R., Morehead City, NC

14 July 2019

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July 2-8, 2019

We needed a house big enough to accommodate our family of 10 and this house nailed it. Plenty of room to come together as one and to allow privacy if desired. The grounds are incredible and the views of the mountains are insane.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by RIVER RANCH

Why they chose this property

SPECTACULAR vistas and one of the most photographed scenes in the Adirondacks are of the magnificent back drop of the 4000 foot High Peak Mountains across our fields, known as the 'Plains of Abraham'. The Ranch was frequently used for VIP parties during the 1980 Winter Olympics, and it has been featured in photographs on the atrium of New York City's Grand Central Station and in 'Town & Country' magazine. Email us to request River Ranch estate images.

What makes this property unique

What sets River Ranch apart is the privacy and exclusivity of the beautiful estate. The enjoyment and serenity of 'The Plains of Abraham' and the majesty of the High Peak Mountains is unparalled. The quarter mile driveway leads to the entrance of the 300 acre estate of River Ranch . The 12 point elk, over the imposing stone fireplace in the Great Room, welcomes guests. The raftered Great Room is constructed from 7 barns, and is a perfect venue for family, friends, weddings or corporate events. Guests will also relish the 10 miles of groomed trails leading to their private access to the world famous Ausable River. River Ranch offers an unrivaled holiday experience in the midst of the Lake Placid Olympic Park ! Email us for photos!