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Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George!

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A rustic cabin interior with a wooden kitchen, a dining area, and a bar with stools.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a dining area, and a sofa.
A cozy cabin interior with a large sectional sofa, a television mounted on the wall, and a fireplace.
A wooden deck with Adirondack chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of a forested area.
A two-story cabin with a balcony, large windows, and a green roof.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • High-speed internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Athol, NY
  • Place, Hickory Ski Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren County Nature Trails
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake George
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Loft Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Lower Level Twin Over Full Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

Main Level Full Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Level Twin Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Second Twin Over Full Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master Loft Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George!

Stay in this charming chalet only 11 miles from Lake George and 19 miles to Gore Mountain! Sleeps up to twelve guests with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. No extra fees for more than two guests

Walk into a home that says "Welcome to the Adirondacks!" with local antiques and hand carved cedar logs

This home boasts a location nestled in the mountains to many Adirondack Mountain favorites. When you are not playing in the sun on Lake George or visiting a nearby ski slope, the vacation home’s peaceful wooded setting offers plenty of outdoor space for horseshoes, sledding, sitting around the fire pit, grilling, an endless game of tag, hide and seek, or just lounging on the front deck.

Comfort abounds inside with 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a family area downstairs and the ability to sleep up to 12. Escape the buzz of the crowd in the spacious loft with a master suite and private balcony.

This is the PERFECT home to choose if you are looking to reconnect with your family and friends in an area that offers an abundance of wonderful Adirondack Mountain activities.

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Rooms by Floor
Main Floor: fully stocked kitchen, full bath, bedroom with full bed, bedroom with twin/twin bunkbed

Loft: master bedroom, full bath, loft den

Lower Level: game room, 2 bedrooms each with a twin/full bunkbeds

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DISTANCE FROM LAKE GEORGE: Less than 11 miles

DISTANCE FROM NEARBY SKI RESORTS
Gore Mountain: 19 miles, West Mountain: 23 miles, Oak Mountain: 45 miles

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SPECIAL SERVICES GENE & SHAE OFFER GUESTS:
Grocery Pickup & Putaway
Special Event Decorating
Rides Home from Lake George Back to The Retreat
Hunting or Fishing Excursion with a Local
If you are interested in any of the above services please ask and we will share the fees associated with each.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outdoors.
If traveling with young children please bring 2 gates for stairs.
No vaping or smoking indoors.
Absolutely no parking or driving on the lawn at any time.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1985528vb
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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) 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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Athol

Located in Athol, this holiday home is in the mountains. Fort William Henry Museum and The Sembrich are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include House of Frankenstein Wax Museum and Around the World Miniature Golf. Consider The Sagamore for a night out or Goony Golf if you're travelling with kids.
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Athol, NY

What's nearby

  • Hickory Ski Center - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Warren County Nature Trails - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Lake George - 18 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Shepard's Beach Park - 19 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Fort William Henry Museum - 20 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Glens Falls, NY (GFL-Floyd Bennett Memorial) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Jacobs & Toney - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Oscar's Smokehouse - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George!?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George! on 20 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,563, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to The Adirondack Retreat ~ Gore Skiing & Lake George! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Hudson River, Warren County Nature Trails and Hickory Ski Center. Friends Lake and Pack Demonstration Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was immaculate! Couldn’t ask for a better place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
They seem to be a good group of people overall. They were not necessarily the cleanest group... But very responsive. We would be honored to host them again as long as they didn't bring the female who on the first day kept screaming obscenities at one of the guys so loudly neighbors from three houses down called us about it. But the group of guys seem to be great.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could have not asked for anything better plus the nice welcome gift was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time at the retreat, loved the care package put together by our host who was very quick to respond to any message along the way. Lots of activities to choose from at the retreat. Had a really great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious and so nicely decorated. Game room was awesome. It was so peaceful and quiet. About 20 minutes to Lake George Village. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time staying at The Adirondack Retreat! It was clean and spacious for our large family. Communication was quick and helpful. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this listing to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, well appointed and great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish I could give this house 10 stars! We had an amazing weekend at the Adirondack Retreat. It was clean and cozy. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great accommodations for a small group
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Everything was clean attention to detail was great awsome place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and tidy, lots of things to occupy everyone and plenty of space to hang out and relax, would definitely recommend this to any one I know going to the area. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We needed AC for the upstairs bedroom and they responded very quickly and showed up within an hour to install for our comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lodge

Fantastic place, amenities were superb, definitely will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

This was a great place to stay for a bachelorette trip! Plenty of space for a large group and the host was amazing! She did a great job decorating the house and making our group feel special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to relax

Great place to stay for a little relaxing vacation Very clean and our host was very helpfull with the booking process and overall ?'s would definitely rent this house again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great, up to date, clean and well furnished! Great owners that are easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay this Christmas, second time at this cabin. The host is extremely kind and responsive to all our needs, the amenities were great house is stocked with towels, linens, handsoap, dishwasher soap, laundry detergent all making our stay better. Kids had a blast sledding in the backyard!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

I loved this cabin

The gaming room was very entertaining, the cabin was very well decorated and provided many appliances.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

The property is amazing. Clean and organized, with an attention to details and potential needs of guests. Highly recommend for anyone traveling to the area
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful modern cabin in the adirondacks

We had a great time in the cozy and surprisingly spacious modern cabin that was close to multiple ski/snowboard locations, the house was extremely clean and accommodated everything we needed! Great hosts who answered any questions we had!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

This was a great place to getaway before the craziness of going back to school. Great time had by all old and young. Quick ride into the busy town of Lake George.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Experience!!!

I just recently stayed at Shae and Gene’s beautiful home with my husband, twin boys, mother, father and sister and it was 5+ STARS!!!!! From the booking process to the end of our stay it was nothing but exceptional service!!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing and beautiful

Everything was absolutely perfect. It was such a beautiful getaway. My friends and I had a blast for my Bachelorette weekend. The owners were so accommodating and helpful !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dads hunting Rabbits

The house was perfect for us to fellowship and enjoy the woods. Clean and accommodating + the hosts made us feel very welcome! We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Adirondack Retreat

Perfect place to stay. Enough room for 10 of us to have our own space if needed. Gene and Shae were the best. Answered all questions we had. The place was very clean. Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

Everything was perfect. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed and more. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gene & Shae Barnaby

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My husband and I built (literally) this home in 2019 and it was complete April 2020. We grew up together in the Adirondacks. My husband builds homes and I am a Physics teacher and manage the Adirondack Retreat in Athol, NY near Lake George and Gore Mountain. We have 6 children and 4 grandbabies.

We love to travel with our children and we love to travel without them all too! :)

Why they chose this property

This property was built with love and it shows. It is only 11 miles to bustling Lake George Village, only 19 miles to the fabulous Gore Mountain Ski Resort, and sits right in the heart of the Adirondacks. It is the perfect unplugged getaway to reconnect with nature, friends, and family.

What makes this property unique

The screened in porch is the perfect place to relax in the morning with your coffee, watching the sun rise and listening to the birds. The master suite offers a quiet balcony to escape from the activity of your other guests. The game room and patio offer many things to do for the kids or kids at heart with ping pong, foosball, horseshoes, board games, and an abundance of books to read.

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