Camp Balsam Old Adirondack camp

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Parking available

Explore the area

Old Forge, NY

Fourth Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Bald Mountain
‪4 min drive‬
Enchanted Forest Water Safari
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Camp Balsam built in 1905 lots of Adirondack charm just remodeled big dock on 4th lake for your boat or swimming screened in ft porch next to Dakiers bar and restaurant hiking trails kayaking mountain climbing shops and restaurants very close

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Daniel DeCola

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Parking available

Fireplace

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Washer
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House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

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

Old Forge

Old Forge is home to this holiday home. Fulton Chain Craft Brewery and McCauley Mountain Ski Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Calypso's Cove and Enchanted Forest Water Safari.

Old Forge, NY

What's nearby

Fourth Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Bald Mountain - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
View - 9 min drive - 9.9 km
Enchanted Forest Water Safari - 9 min drive - 9.4 km
McCauley Mountain Ski Center - 19 min drive - 14.3 km

Getting around

Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tony Harper’s at Arrowhead Park - ‬9 min drive
‪Fulton Chain Craft Brewery - ‬8 min drive
‪Blue Line Coffee House - ‬9 min drive
‪Tony Harper's Pizza and Clam Shack - ‬9 min drive
‪Daiker's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Camp Balsam Old Adirondack camp pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Camp Balsam Old Adirondack camp located?

Situated in Old Forge, this holiday home is steps from Fourth Lake and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Bald Mountain. Rocky Mountain Trailhead and Calypso's Cove are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elijah D.

12 Oct 2021

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

Great location

This wase an amazing stay! The location was perfect being right on the water, within a 10-minute drive to some great hiking spots, and Daiker’s restaurant a minute walk away! My wife and I had a great time being here and the kayaks were a nice touch as well. Dan was a great host!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

13 July 2022

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

A Wonderful Time at Camp Balsam!

We had the most wonderful stay at Camp Balsam. The cottage is in immaculate condition and was the perfect size for our family of 4. The cottage was extremely clean and included everything we needed from kitchen supplies to outdoor gear. Daniel was a great host - extremely responsive and thoughtful. We look forward to future stays at Camp Balsam!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

sharon t.

21 Sept 2021

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

Great Getaway

The cabin was great! The remodeling was nicely done but Dan kept some old features of the house. Dan was a very good host. He was there to let us know that if we needed anything that we just had to call him. he offered some places to go as well. We had just gotten married and Dan gave us a card and some champagne that were there when we checked in. Wonderful place to stay! Would definately go back!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen F.

20 Oct 2021

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

Best Vacation

Daniel provided everything you could ever need for a rental. The camp is beautiful and has so many nice upgrades, but kept some of the original stuff from the old camp that made it so special. The views are amazing and it was very cozy.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy T.

7 Sept 2021

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

Idyllic getaway

This was the perfect getaway vacation. Dan has lovingly restored a classic Adirondack "camp" on beautiful Fourth Lake. The cabin had everything we needed, and if we mentioned anything else, Dan, who was just up the road, brought it immediately. We loved swimming in the lake, canoeing and kayaking on the boats Dan made available to us, the delightful and informative lake tour on Dan's boat, and just relaxing on the porch or the dock. For when we wanted a taste of civilization, it was great to have Daiker's restaurant and bar, with a balcony overlooking the lake, just steps away. Dan also told us anything we would want to know about all hiking, shopping, and other options in the area. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

2 Sept 2021

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

Beautiful location

As advertised! Great, quiet location right on the lake. Wonderful stay, wonderful host!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mollie B.

24 Aug 2021

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

A slice of heaven

My family had an amazing experience, both with the breathtaking view and with the overall rental process. The host, Dan, was incredible and thought of literally everything a person could ever need whole staying on his property. We can't wait to book again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

15 Aug 2021

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

Everything we could have wanted from a lake front cottage.

Dan went over and above to try and think of everything guests could want. Fully stocked kitchen utensils, games, books, VCR movies and player, flash lights, and on and on. He did a fabulous job installing a gorgeous new kitchen and bathroom. You still had that old cottage feel that came with couple small things like sticking windows and bedroom doors. Very nice furniture. We spent a lot of time on the on the screened porch. What a view of the lake! Great swimming off the dock. We brought our own boat but he even offered us to use his canoe and kayak's. We will go back some day!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

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Hosted by Daniel DeCola

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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