Chalet

The Mountaineer

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Exterior
Miscellaneous
Dining
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Au Sable Forks, NY
  • Santa's Workshop
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Whiteface Mountain
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Ausable Chasm
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)
    ‪116 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Mountaineer

Renovated in 2021, this classic chalet style home is in the high peaks region and has direct mountain views right outside the door. The home sits on a quiet street with easy access to all the area's attractions.
This chalet has an abundance of windows and natural light. The kitchen is completely new with granite counter tops, custom finishes and high-end appliances. The hardwood floors have all been refinished. The Great Room features a large stone fireplace cathedral ceilings and all new wood finishes. The oversized master suite sits on its own level with private bath that is all new and features a luxurious walk-in shower. There are 2 more large bedrooms below for a total of 3, and the home can easily
accommodate 6-8 people.
The Mountaineer Chalet sits on over an acre of property with a huge deck that is accessed easily from the Great Room. The deck has a direct view of Haystack Mountain. The heating system in the home is also new and was put in for the sheer purpose of noise reduction to assure quiet sound throughout the home. There is Wi-Fi and Satellite TV in the home as well.
Year round area attractions include hiking, the village of Lake Placid, alpine skiing and mountain
biking at Whiteface Mountain, snowshoeing, Fly fishing on the Ausable River, swimming holes, farmers markets, nearby lakes, and more.

Property manager

Peter Kroll
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Au Sable Forks

Located in Au Sable Forks, this chalet is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Oldham Theater and 1812 Homestead Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ausable Chasm and Hurricane Mountain Wilderness. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Au Sable Forks, NY

What's nearby

  • Wilmington Town Beach - 23 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Santa's Workshop - 26 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Whiteface Mountain - 30 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Ausable Chasm - 33 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Mirror Lake - 45 min drive - 43.1 km

Getting around

  • Port Kent Station - 34 min drive
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪20 Main - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mad River Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The River Goose Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪20 Main Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪M & M Diner - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mountaineer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mountaineer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mountaineer?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mountaineer located?

Located in the heart of Au Sable Forks, this chalet is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ausable Theater, Au Sable Forks Free Library and Jay Town Hall. Ausable Forks Free Library and Black Brook Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a great time. The house was perfect for
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

Fall foliage

Great location, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen h.

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

Family ADK Weekend

Property was peacful, clean, cozy, had wverthing that we needed, couldn't have asked for more!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie L.

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

New years ski trip

Great few nights in a cozy cabin. Skied white face and enjoyed evenings but the fire. Recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie F.

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

Perfect Adirondack stay

Fantastic Adirondack home in a fantastic location! The house had everything we needed for preparing meals. Beds were awesome, and loved the cozy fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

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

Family event

We enjoyed our stay at the Mountaineer. Peter was very accommodating and was great to work with. The house was clean and had all we needed for a comfortable stay. The full sized mattress in the bunk room was not so comfortable for adults, but would have been fine for kids. Our adult kids opted to sleep on the recliners in the living room, and that worked out just as well! The location was perfect for accessing family events in Keeseville and Ausable Forks. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlynn H.

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

Great stay!

What a wonderful house! Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Beautiful cozy cabin!

We had a wonderful stay here to go snowboarding at Whiteface and tour around the Lake Placid area. Secluded and private on a quiet road with a nice view of Haystack Mountain. Very comfortable for 7-8 people, although the listing shows a 4th bedroom with a futon but really the futon is in the living room. Worked out fine. House was clean, cozy, nicely remodeled in recent years. We enjoyed the fireplace and woodsy decor. Host was very responsive and accommodating, and no unusual chores for check out. A wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aneta P.

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

beautifully decorated house with details. We enjoyed the stay

Really like this house
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen F.

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

Perfect for a girls getaway

The house was clean and we had plenty of room. It is close to both ausable chasm and Lake Placid. We had everything we needed in the kitchen. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B., Danbury

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

Bittner stay

The stay was amazing!! The views were great!It had everything we needed.Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francine A.

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

Annual family vacation

This is a great place to stay if you are visiting the Adirondacks for hiking, boating, site seeing, or just a get away to relax. We had a great week of family time, check in was very easy, and the host and care taker were very responsive to questions about the place. The place was peaceful and private and loved all the decor! I recommend this place for anyone looking to stay in the Adirondacks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Beautiful cabin

Beautiful cabin with an amazing view. Very clean with all amenities desired for a home away from home stay. Easy drives to Whiteface Mountain, Ausable Chasm, Fort Ticonderoga, Natural Bridge and Stone Caves, and more! ltreasures.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LODYS D.

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

Great stay

Everything in the cabin was great! Everything needed was available and we were able to relax and rest. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fall in the Adirondacks is wonderful

Beutiful home with the terrific view out the front looking at the Haystack mountain was calming. Very little traffic slowly passing by. Au Sable Forks village has a fully stocked Tops Market was a Score! We had excellent Weather for daytrip outings. The place was Clean Comfotabke
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi E.

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

Peaceful and cute

We were so pleased with the nicely decorated cabin. Despite the rain we enjoyed seeing the surrounding area and loved this home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Secluded log cabin

Comfortable cabin getaway. Very secluded but a nice short drive to Placid and mirror lake. Had everything we needed for a family trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

Ski Trip

Beautiful home, very clean. Perfect for family ski trip to Whiteface Mountain.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley R.

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

Very nice house. Good communication with owner.

Good location. Clean house
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis L., Millington

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

Great family visit

We had a great stay. The cabin was cozy and this was perhaps my favorite wood stove ever. We enjoyed skiing at whiteface and hanging out in lake placid. Peter was very easy to communicate with. We look forward to returning one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andelo&Vesna R.

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

Great winter break and family vacation

Our family had great time at this cabin. We found house in excellent, clean shape, felt warmth and home feeling as soon as we stepped in. From the start of rental process till the end, we are just pleased with service! Not the first time at Adirondack's but definitely best stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslye T.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We loved our time here at the Mountaineer. The wood stove and peaceful setting just made it a relaxing getaway after full days skiing and exploring the area. The location was great, close to Whiteface and Lake Placid. We even drove up to Montreal one day which was only an hour and a half away. The house was immaculate, so very comfortable, and had everything you could need. We very much enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trista M.

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

Weekend Get Away

What a beautiful Cabin, located in the mountain with amazing views. Our family enjoyed hiking behind the house up the mountain, playing in the snow and just relaxing by the nice warm fire place playing board games and cards. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Via S.

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

Great house

The house was very clean, very nicely decorated. It had everything we needed: extra towels, lots of plates and cups; dishwasher was a huge plus. The communication was very easy. I will definitely recommend the house to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

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

Great Mountain Get-away

We loved The Mountaineer. The property manager was great at explaining the mix-up in the listing. The location was central to Lake Placid and all the fantastic 46 peeks that await you. My only disappointment was not staying long enough to conquer them all. Summit fever is real, so be careful, but I highly recommend this home, as the Adirondacks are incredible. I highly recommend this home and am so grateful for them opening up their lovely escape for others to enjoy.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Peter Kroll

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