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River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental

Holiday home in Lake Placid with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 11269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lake Placid, NY
  • Place, Olympic Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirror Lake
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

+5
5 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental

Welcome to your private hilltop Adirondack log home, a custom-built 4BR/3.5BA retreat just minutes from downtown Lake Placid, Whiteface Mountain, and High Peaks trailheads. Set on a quiet road used by Olympic athletes, this handcrafted log home offers epic mountain views, upscale rustic finishes, and serene seclusion—with no other homes in sight.



Highlights:







  • Sleeps up to 11 guests across 4 bedrooms (plus optional 5th with add-on unit)







  • Master suite with balcony, king log-frame bed, gas fireplace, soaking tub, walk-in shower







  • Great Room with wood-burning fireplace, high ceilings, and whole-tree structural beams







  • Fully equipped chef’s kitchen with granite counters, dual sinks, and stainless appliances







  • Heated floors, slate tile, Adirondack decor, and artisan woodwork throughout







Outdoor Living:







  • Massive deck with Whiteface views and Adirondack chairs







  • Covered porch with outdoor dining table and BBQ grill







  • 7-person hot tub, hammock, and fire ring with free firewood







  • Canoe and kayaks available for nearby lakes and Ausable River paddling







Bonus Features:







  • Lower-level bunk room with 3 twins + queen







  • Entertainment room with 55" Roku TV, beverage fridge, foosball, ping pong







  • Fast Wi-Fi, washer/dryer, ski & gear racks, and curated local guidebooks







Location Perks:







  • 2 minutes to Olympic Ski Jumps







  • 4 minutes to downtown Lake Placid







  • 9 minutes to Whiteface Mountain







  • 10 minutes to Adirondack High Peaks trailheads







  • 1 minute to Ausable River fishing access







Optional Add-On: Private Apartment



A separate owner’s suite (700 sq ft) may be rented upon request for added space and complete property privacy. Includes extra queen bed, full kitchen, living area, bath, and private balcony. Additional fee: $440/night (discounted if owner is away). No shared living areas.



Important Notes:









  • Dogs welcome for $25/night







  • AWD/4WD required November–April







  • Base rate includes 6 guests; $30/night per extra guest







  • Cleaning fee: $360 per stay

  • Shared duplex-style layout: Main house is entirely private with separate guest entrance; owner unit is fully self-contained, and accessed via a separate exterior entry door. 

  • The owner may be residing there during your stay, but will fully respect your privacy with little to no interaction besides a quick hello or in passing with the driveway.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
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
Property Registration Number STR-200337

About the area

Lake Placid

Lake Placid is home to this holiday home. 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 Jackrabbit Trail. Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station and Boots and Birdies are also worth visiting.
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Lake Placid, NY

What's nearby

  • Olympic Jumping Complex - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Olympic Center - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Mirror Lake - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Mount Van Hoevenberg Cross Country Ski Area - 18 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prison City Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crowne Plaza Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Generations Tap & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pickled Pig - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Origin Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Road Loj - Lake Placid log cabin rental located?

Situated in Lake Placid, this holiday home is steps from Ausable River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Olympic Jumping Complex and Lake Placid Horse Shows. Craig Wood Golf Course and John Brown Farm State Historic Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Phil R.

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

Good stay

Good place close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Log cabin home

The house was absolutely amazing! Great location! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

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

Great experience

Everything from the booking process to arriving went flawless , the house is absolutely beautiful with everything you need and then some , the location of the home is perfect for peace and quiet and close enough to town and all the Olympic attractions . It is apparent the owner takes great pride in making sure you enjoy your stay and feel at home , we would definitely recommend the house to friends and family and we will be making a return trip .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located pet friendly home with amazing views and extremely clean. Jonathon is an amazing host and we thoroughly enjoyed the home and area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You won’t find a better host or a better property anywhere else, had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful home with fantastic mountain views. It is well-stocked with plenty of things for everyone to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

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

Lake Placid

This house was great, would absolutely recommend it to people looking to vacation in Lake Placid.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pasquale M.

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

Amazing!

Magical views, perfect location, super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystina B.

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

Perfect get away

The house was perfect for out family and we enjoyed all attention to detail on everything. Very roomy and all the amenities we needed. The porch and view was amazing. We enjoyed nights by the fire and mornings on the porch. Its in a great location close to some mountains and a short drive to town. We'd love to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Family trip

Great winter getaway. Perfect location. Close to town and other activities but feels remote
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair G.

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

Great log cabin

We did a family ski trip and the house was great. Super scenic, great location to both the village, the mountain and hiking trails. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

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

Ski week with friends

We spent a week at this property and we’re very pleased with everything! The house is beautiful and well appointed with everything you need. The house was clean and the owner provided very detailed information making the entire process seem less. We enjoyed the indoor fireplace as well as the outdoor fire pit! The location was ideal for us as well. We would def stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francine R.

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

Beautiful cozy comfy property - perfect for celebrating my son’s birthday with his young family :)

We enjoyed our stay in your home
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S., Larchmont, USA

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

Perfect base for Whiteface, XC and more

So cozy and picturesque! Layout wise, the bedrooms are nicely spaced out (2 on third floor, one on main floor, one "bunk room" on the basement floor) to give everyone breathing room and privacy for a multi-family gathering. Perfectly situated in between Cascade XC Center, Mt Van Hovenberg XC, Whiteface and the town's amenities. Owner was super understanding when we had to make a schedule change.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam K., Nebraska

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

Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!

Perfect location for family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chloe B.

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

Surpassed our expectations

What a beautiful home to make ours for our wedding weekend. Johnathon the owner was more than accommodating with what we needed from him and the amount of people we had with us. Very helpful in every way.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

I don't usually give anything the highest rating!

The property is exactly as it is described. It was clean, check in was easy. We had to make changes a few months before our trip as the number of guests changed and we were no longer bringing a dog. Johnathan took care of the changes right away! The location is great! Just minutes from the town of Lake Placid and the Olympic sites; the ski Jumps are right at the end of River Rd., and the view is beautiful! River Rd. runs with the Ausable river, more or less, so there are many places to pull off the road and fish or hike. Again, the house itself was as clean as could be and in great condition! And, no must smell like some places we've stayed. We had the Grand kids, ages 15 months, 3 and 6; they all had a great time! Making smores, fishing, visiting the North Pole, or using the hot tub! If I return to the Lake Placid area, I would definitely stay here again! Only longer next time! Thank you Johnathan!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

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

Great Family Vacation

This rental was a beautiful place to stay. It gave you feeling of being secluded in the woods with an amazing view, but was so close to everything you would want to do with your kids and family. The property itself was well maintained, clean, and the property manager was always easy to get ahold of for any needs or questions. We truly enjoyed our stay as of family of 11, and made lots of memories. It would be a wonderful place to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

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

beautiful home great location to town and view!!

Easy process highly recommend the home
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

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

Amazing accommodations with spectacular views

Great stay with friends and family while exploring the area. Location to everything and serenity of views were stellar!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie S.

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

Gorgeous view of Whiteface Mt, lovely new Adirondack home

We enjoyed our time with extended family arriving from Dallas, TX and Rochester, NY areas. So much to do in Lake Placid area …and we were close, but a few minute drive from town for restaurants, Olympic sites and shops. Hiking and exploring the area, the home was a relaxing place to return to. Kitchen was well stocked, lots of rooms to spread out into and large family table for game nights. We highly recommend this home. Jonathan (owner) has his stunning photographic artwork throughout the modern log home. He’s a great communicator and has a wealth of knowledge of local hiking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

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

Perfect Family Mountain Getaway

The house was wonderful! well-appointed with rustic décor, spacious and clean. The view of Whiteface and mountain vista from the spacious deck was spectacular. Perfect location; close to town and Mirror Lake, the Ausable River and mountain trails. My wife, kids and grandkids had an excellent time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Spectacular!

It was our first time in the Lake Placid area and we could not of asked for a better place! The house was amazing! Very clean and perfect for our family. The view of white face mountain was remarkable. We had a few questions for Johnathan and he answered us right away! We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

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

Log cabin stay

This was an amazing getaway . The house was stunning with woodwork that enhanced the stay. Loved the decor bed was the most comfortable bed I had ever slept on along with the fresh mountain air. Loved the hot tub overlooking mountain and owner johnathen couldn’t have made it any more comfortable. Highly recommend and loved
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alora C., Hamden, Connecticut

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

Idyllic ADK Stay in Clean, Charming Lodge with Endless Amenities

Put simply, this property and our stay was an absolute dream! We booked this beautiful home for my mom's 60th birthday trip and Johnathan's lodge provided the perfect backdrop to our 5-day stay in Lake Placid. My husband & I, my parents, and our chocolate lab already can't wait to return. The home was well-kept, clean, and had so much wilderness charm that every detail in the home was just icing on the (birthday) cake for this trip! Any and everything has been thought of here - down to measuring cups and other small household items you don't realize you need until the moment comes! Though we spent plenty of time out hiking, kayaking, visiting the Ski Jump Complex, High Falls Gorge, and enjoying meals out - our time at the house was just as special. The views from the expansive from deck were breathtaking at all times of the day, and could be enjoyed outside or inside from the living room. Johnathan is an extremely hospitable and welcoming host, he was easy to communicate with, but just the same, fully respected our privacy in the home. He has put together an extensive binder of hikes which we found incredibly helpful when planning our days and hikes based on each of our hiking abilities. 10/10 would stay at this property or another of Johnathan's properties again! We are so grateful for everything he did to make this a memorable celebration for my mom!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Johnathan A Esper

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The owner loves the Adirondacks and log home living, and this log home is the owner's 3rd. Johnathan grew up in a family log home in the Adirondacks, and then building a log chalet overlooking Whiteface and the Ausable River in Wilmington, which is now a popular vacation rental fully booked year round. HomeAway listing #3651607. This Adirondack log lodge style home is now the 3rd, and has been custom designed entirely by the owner to maximize the forested hilltop views and location and incorporates all the best features learned from a lifetime of log home living and also photographing many premier Adirondack properties.

Why they chose this property

Brand new authentic log home with Adirondack flair and furnishings, hilltop view location with no homes in sight, and close to Lake Placid!

What makes this property unique

Living in a log home gives you a deeper connection with the land, forests, and nature. Also, this is a brand new home, so ultra clean!

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