Plan your next getaway to the Adirondacks with a visit to the lovely Après Chalet in Jay, NY to stay in a comfortable, spacious home within a private setting just 10.2 miles away from Whiteface Mountain and only a short drive away from the Olympic Village of Lake Placid.
This desirable vacation rental that sleeps 7, offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an inviting open floor plan for the main level that includes the living room with cozy gas woodstove, dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, breakfast bar with stools, and opens onto the deck. The lower level features a spacious family room complete with air hockey, board games, a record player with records, a DVD player with DVDs, and a large TV perched in front of a comfy sectional sofa, perfect for game nights or movie nights at home with space for everyone! There is also a desk with a chair in the family room for those seeking a "work vacation" in a great location to ideally fit in both work and play!
Enjoy the outdoors by bringing along some yard games, kick back on the lower covered patio, or the upper deck with grill and outdoor furniture. Grill your meals and dine outdoors or just relax and wind down after busy days, while reminiscing about your adventures.
There is so much to explore and see in the surrounding areas including all kinds of sporting opportunities and natural attractions in a majestic setting. Cross the historic covered bridge to dip your toes in the Jay Falls, bring along your poles to fish in the nearby Ausable River, your hiking boots to take advantage of endless hiking trails and your bicycles to pedal along the Ironman course or mountain bike trails. Whether you decide to explore, spend a day on the slopes of Whiteface to ski in the winter visit in the summer months, or take the short drive to Lake Placid to visit the Olympic venues, there is sure to be something to thrill everyone in your group during all 4 seasons!
AC Window Unit in Living room during the summer Propane fire pit
What Awaits You:
Jay Village Green presents a great spot to relax in this lovely park where there is a bandstand for free summer concerts, water fountain, benches and a picnic area or visit the nearby Jay Covered Bridge, Douglas Memorial Park and the Children’s park/playground. 5.7 Miles Away Jay Covered Bridge is a historic 160’ long covered bridge built in 1857 and restored in 2006 that crosses over the Ausable River and is notably the last historic bridge in the Adirondacks. 6.6 Miles Away Douglas Memorial Park is at the southern end of the Jay Covered Bridge with a children’s park and playground just a short distance away. 6.6 Miles Away Jay Falls offers gorgeous scenic views. Dip your toes in these refreshing falls just upstream from the Jay Covered Bridge 6.36 Miles Away Jay Mountain is part of Jay Mountain Wilderness Area with a designated trail most people visit to go hiking or hunting/trapping. 10.7 Miles Away Adirondack History Museum in Elizabethtown features several exhibits including renowned Artist/Designer/Builder/Toymaker Arto Monaco and his former Jay Landmark of the Land of Make Believe, historic and contemporary Essex County Artists, hiking in the High Peaks and much more! 27.7 Miles Away North Pole Santa’s Workshop in Wilmington invites visitors to a theme park that is set up as a Santa’s Storybook Village and geared towards children and the young at heart. Lots for families to see and do in this wondrous setting! 10.3 Miles Away Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington beckons visitors to glide down over 3 peaks with 25 miles of trails available for varied experience levels for skiing and snowboarding in the winter along with summer gondola rides, disc golf, nature hiking and Oktoberfest festivals in the fall. 10.2 Miles Away Adirondack Wildlife Refuge and Rehabilitation in Wilmington is comprised of 50 acres of a “Wild Kingdom” that includes a 1 mile guided interpretive trail and features several species of rescued wildlife. 9.4 Miles Away High Falls Gorge in Wilmington is a 22 Acre nature park with bridges walkways and groomed trails that showcase 4 separate waterfalls and breathtaking views of Adirondack splendor! 13.2 Miles Away Putt N Play Mini Golf in Wilmington awaits challengers with an 18 hole miniature golf course that offers seasonal fun for all ages! 9.0 Miles Away Lake Placid Main Street with shopping galore, varied dining options, breweries, theater, Mids park with year round events, Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks, skating and public beach with playground, tennis courts and toboggan run 21.3 Miles Away Mirror Lake in Lake Placid is the center of the Lake Placid community with year round activity. Public beach , kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding in the summer becomes a winter hub of activity when the lake ices over. Take a thrilling ride down the toboggan chute, skate around the 2 mile cleared track on waters edge or play a rowdy game of ice hockey! 21 Miles Away Lake Placid Lake presents visitors with opportunity to launch from the public boat launch and cruise across pristine waters, enjoy water skiing/tubing fun or take a guided boat tour to learn the history of the waters and properties that surround the lake. 21.1 Miles Away Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks including the world famous Herb Brooks Rink that hosted the Miracle on Ice Game in 1980 and the outdoor speed skating oval 21.3 Miles Away John Brown Farm is a historic site with museum and memorial grounds featuring period reenactments, picnic area and access to trails for hiking cross country skiing or snowshoeing. 22.7 Miles Away Ski Jump Complex presents opportunity to watch ski jumpers fly, flip and spiral through the air after vaulting off the ski jumps, take a ride on the 8 passenger gondola, experience the thrill of zip lines next to the 100 meter ski jump or take a glass elevator to the sky deck to gaze on amazing panoramic views! 21.9 Miles Away Mount Van Hoevenberg allows the adventurous members of your group to experience the thrill of the longest Cliffside Coaster in North America, cruise down the Bobsled run on a guided ½ mile track of up to 50 mph, bike, run, hike or watch exciting events. 25.6 Miles Away Horse Show Grounds is an excellent opportunity to watch 2 separate horse jumping competitions that take place at the end June and beginning of July. 22.3 Miles Away Experience Outdoors Guided Zip Line Tours where guides will lead you through zip line tours with varied height levels, Adventure Park activities, 3D Archery or Mountaintop Yoga. 25.3 Miles Away Jay and the surrounding areas feature several lakes, fishing, golfing, hunting, biking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and so many more varied sporting or entertainment opportunities for visitors.
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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
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Après Chalet | 3 Bed, 2 Bath pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Après Chalet | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Après Chalet | 3 Bed, 2 Bath on 4 June 2026 start from AU$395, 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.
What time is check-in at Après Chalet | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Après Chalet | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Après Chalet | 3 Bed, 2 Bath located?
Situated in Jay, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Ausable River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Au Sable Forks Free Library and Ausable Forks Free Library. Jay Town Hall and Ausable Theater are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Peaceful and quiet atmosphere beds were extremely comfortable
Sebastian Z.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2026
Thank you for this kind review. We are glad that Apres Chalet provided such a relaxing atmosphere for your vacation and hope you can come back for another visit soon!
Best Regards,
The Vacation Rental Team at Engel & Volkers Lake Placid
The property was very clean when we arrived. The kitchen has everything you’d need. The outdoor deck is really nice. There’s really nowhere to hang out outside on the ground so if you’re looking to do this (eg: have a campfire) that’s something to keep in mind. They don’t claim to have this though!
Sheri W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you for a nice review for Apres Chalet. We would be glad to host a return trip to the Adirondacks.
Best Regards,
The Vacation Rental Team at Engel & Volkers Lake Placid
The house was cozy and beautifully decorated inside. My husband really enjoyed the entertainment area in the finished basement. The deck is right next to the kitchen and dining area which is great for grilling and nice family dinners.
The nearest supermarkets were small and limited so we had to travel further out, about forty minutes, for a full grocery run. This was necessary for us because we had a longer stay. Aside from the location being far from stores, the rental was what we needed for a quiet time away in the Adirondacks.
Sarah V.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2024
We are happy that Apres Chalet allowed for you to have such a peaceful and enjoyable Adirondack getaway! We sincerely appreciate the great review and hope that you decide to come back to visit again soon.
Best Regards, The Vacation Rental Team at Engel & Volkers Lake Placid
Wonderful place to get away and relax in the mountains. We were so pleased with the space in this lovely house. A huge deck with a dining table and seating area with gas fire pit which we used daily. So relaxing to sit and just breathe !
The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals. The first floor has an air hockey table and huge tv w sectional great for gaming and movies. Plenty of room for all to have their space and relax. WiFi is available as some cell carriers may not work Well in that particular area.
Great place to unwind and unplug !
Andrea G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
We are happy that Apres Chalet proved to be such a perfect home and location to allow for such a relaxing summer getaway. We appreciate the great review and hope you decide to visit again soon as we would be happy to host a return trip!
Best Regards, The Vacation Rental Team at Engel & Volkers Lake Placid
Thank you for reviewing Apres Chalet. We would be happy to host you for another Adirondack getaway.
Best Regards, The Vacation Rental team at Engel & Volkers Lake Placid
About the host
Hosted by Engel & Völkers Lake Placid | Vacation Rental Department
Why they chose this property
Beautiful area in a central location amid an outdoor lovers paradise. Step outside to bike, hike and enjoy the beauty of nature. Ausable acres offers visitors access to a centrally located playground, hiking trails, tennis courts, volleyball and a picnic area. There are also nearby access points to the Ausable River for excellent fishing!
What makes this property unique
This lovely home sits amid a great neighborhood, placing visitors in an ideal base spot to explore, play, hike and just enjoy the beauty that will surround you. A short drive in one direction leads to the Whiteface Mountain and the Olympic Village of Lake Placid and the city of Plattsburgh is in the opposite direction. All kinds of sporting adventures await visitors and there are many nearby natural attractions. Explore and play and return to the comfort and serenity of this great vacation rental.
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