Three generations of our family stayed on this beautiful property together. Everyone was comfortable and enjoyed every meal on the porch or in the main home dining area, and also loved going off in small groups - or solo - to enjoy the myriad of indoor and outdoor spaces. Favorite moments: fishing and swimming off the docks, reading on the terraces, early canoe trips to fish, morning runs around Ampersand Bay, cooking/grilling and eating family-style in the main kitchen, snuggling up in cozy out-building, playing ping-pong in the boathouse, completing (almost!) a 1,000 piece puzzle in the kitchen banquette... the list goes on. We were also only about 30 minutes away from the ADK Loj/high peaks allowing two of our teens to finish their ADK 46ers on Mt. Marcy!! Six of us did the hike together and after an epic day of hiking, it was such a pleasure to return "home" to this cozy property (and have space to dry out our soaking-wet boots and gear on the amazing wrap-around porch)! The two girls have awesome memories of their final 46er hike and the family celebration on the porch at sunset that followed - awesome! It was hard to leave after an amazing week. Thank you!

Three generations of our family stayed on this beautiful property together. Everyone was comfortable and enjoyed every meal on the porch or in the main home dining area, and also loved going off in small groups - or solo - to enjoy the myriad of indoor and outdoor spaces. Favorite moments: fishing and swimming off the docks, reading on the terraces, early canoe trips to fish, morning runs around Ampersand Bay, cooking/grilling and eating family-style in the main kitchen, snuggling up in cozy out-building, playing ping-pong in the boathouse, completing (almost!) a 1,000 piece puzzle in the kitchen banquette... the list goes on. We were also only about 30 minutes away from the ADK Loj/high peaks allowing two of our teens to finish their ADK 46ers on Mt. Marcy!! Six of us did the hike together and after an epic day of hiking, it was such a pleasure to return "home" to this cozy property (and have space to dry out our soaking-wet boots and gear on the amazing wrap-around porch)! The two girls have awesome memories of their final 46er hike and the family celebration on the porch at sunset that followed - awesome! It was hard to leave after an amazing week. Thank you!

Great property with lots of amenities. Close to downtown Saranac and short drive to Lake Placid and High Peaks hiking area. A true Adirondack experience.

The property and houses are beautiful! We didn’t realize that there was a labyrinth of stairs leading down to the water, which made it a bit difficult for some of our family members. But overall we really loved it.

Great property with lots of amenities. Close to downtown Saranac and short drive to Lake Placid and High Peaks hiking area. A true Adirondack experience.

The property and houses are beautiful! We didn’t realize that there was a labyrinth of stairs leading down to the water, which made it a bit difficult for some of our family members. But overall we really loved it.

The property and houses are beautiful! We didn’t realize that there was a labyrinth of stairs leading down to the water, which made it a bit difficult for some of our family members. But overall we really loved it.

Great property- allowed for everyone to space out! Water was amazing and the access to all the canoes and paddle boards was great.

Great property- allowed for everyone to space out! Water was amazing and the access to all the canoes and paddle boards was great.

The property covers three buildings and is very spacious and scenic. Kitchen amenities were top class.

We enjoyed staying here, especially the ability to take a canoe out on the lake directly from the boathouse. It was incredibly soothing and peaceful to listen to the water while we sat on the deck. We would happily stay here again.

We stayed with 3 young children and grandparents and had a wonderful time. This house is at a fantastic location on a tranquil, beautiful lake. It had everything we needed, including plenty of space indoors and out and all the features you would expect with a house. The kids loved all the water equipment - canoes, paddleboards, tubes, swimming platform, etc. It was helpful to have the additional space in the guesthouse and the gameroom above the boathouse, plus lots of games in case of a rainy day. We also rented a boat and there was plenty of dock space. The only reason it's not 5 stars is because of some minor housekeeping issues, and the house could use a little updating.

We stayed with 3 young children and grandparents and had a wonderful time. This house is at a fantastic location on a tranquil, beautiful lake. It had everything we needed, including plenty of space indoors and out and all the features you would expect with a house. The kids loved all the water equipment - canoes, paddleboards, tubes, swimming platform, etc. It was helpful to have the additional space in the guesthouse and the gameroom above the boathouse, plus lots of games in case of a rainy day. We also rented a boat and there was plenty of dock space. The only reason it's not 5 stars is because of some minor housekeeping issues, and the house could use a little updating.

We really enjoyed our stay at the lake. The house(s) were great, the rec room above the boathouse was great for our rainy day too. Lisa was very helpful with our stay as well. Would definitely go back.

I have been going to lower Saranac Lake for vacation for 45yrs, this was one of the best weeks we ever had. My family loved the camp!

The true wonder of the Adirondacks and comfortable, almost 'Great Lodge 'accommodation. It was difficult to decide what activity to embark on first. The Loons swimming down to the boat dock meant another cup of coffee at breakfast. The beautiful home is situated close to many well known Adirondack activities. The interior is tastefully decorated with the Adirondack woodwork giving an added dimension to the architecture. The beds gave a great night of rest after a day of hiking and kayaking. A truly ideal venue for family reunions. I look forward to my next visit.

Excellent accommodations and location!! With a fully equipped kitchen, spacious bedrooms and multiple rooms for gathering or sneaking away for a quiet place to read, this lodge has it all. With beautiful views through out the house , boat house and property, you feel the wonder of the Adirondacks no matter where you are. I hope to return in warmer weather to enjoy the swimming.

With perfect weather for kayaking and a perfect place to sleep, we enjoyed this wonderful place to have a great meal at the end of the day. The views from the decks are spectacular, we were lucky enough to see loons every day.

We enjoyed beautiful views of the lake, the fall foliage, and even a lunar eclipse(!!) in a wonderfully comfortable and cozy environment. The amenities were plush, the kitchen was well appointed, and our every need was anticipated. Also the house is conveniently located to explore the nearby village of Saranac, or short drives to Lake Placid, the Wild Center at Tupper Lake, and Whiteface Mountain for a gondola ride to the peak. We plan to come back sometime in the summer season to really take advantage of the water sports and ice cream parlors! Thanks to the owners for making our stay so incredibly relaxing and enjoyable for the family.

It's rare to find a vacation home that exceeds expectations, but everything about this place is even more spectacular than the photos can capture. Pine air, the sound of the lake lapping below your windows, the soft wind in the trees. You will never want to leave. The house itself is the epitome of rustic charm, with log beams and exquisite wooden floors, but the kitchen and bathrooms are modern and elegant, and the water pressure in those showers will melt ever tired muscle in your body. A pathway leads you down to a fantastic fire pit, perfect for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows (which we did), and the water in the lake in September still feels like bathwater. Private, quiet, serene, beyond beautiful in every way. Even the bed linens and pillows are top notch. I was there with a group of three, but it could easily accommodate families without ever feeling crowded. There's something for everyone inside and out -- swimming, boating, hiking, grilling, book-reading, TV watching, board-game playing. There's simply no better vacation spot on earth. We were thrilled and wanted to never leave. You will, too.

This property was the perfect place to get away from it all in the woods by the water while still remaining conveniently close to amenities! Spent an extended weekend here with a few friends just looking to relax and enjoy some time at the lake. We loved that it was just a quick couple of minutes drive into town to pick up essentials (we grabbed groceries & cooked in a lot then opted for pizza one night from town) then back to the house to jump into the lake again. Canoeing was a great time. With evenings of grilling and campfires complete w/ roasted marshmallows... what more could we possibly have asked for? The main house is inviting and comfy and we found everything we could have needed. Due to the placement and design of this property it really does offer a great deal of privacy and seclusion. The owners are wonderful, helpful and warm and provided plenty of information on anything from restaurants to outings. Absolutely a great experience that we would highly recommend!

House was gorgeous! Lake was divine! Quiet and Tranquil! September is the perfect time... cool enough at night for camp fires and s'mores, and warm enough during the day for swimming and canoeing! Leaves were just starting to turn into incredible crimsons and golds. Owners were wonderful, replied quickly and answered every question we could think of. So much great information on the town and things to do provided in a resource in the house. And loved not having to bring my own linens and towels! We'll definitely be back!

We had a large family summer get together and all enjoyed this property tremendously! It's a gorgeous, secluded spot with all of the amenities. The dock allowed for great swimming and tubing fun and the boat house is a nice comfortable place for games and relaxation. Both the main and guest houses are comfy and well-appointed with some truly outstanding views and nice decks. All in all, a marvelous place for a fun get-away!

Pinehurst Lodge perched on a bluff overlooking Ampersand Bay on Lower Saranac Lake in the Adirondack Mountains of New York state is a gem. It offers a wonderful sense of isolation and privacy, while providing great comfort and all that one could wish for in an Adirondack vacation. Adding to our sense of wilderness, we regularly heard loon calls from the lake and saw them often while out paddling. The lodge is only a short distance from the wonderfully artsy community of Saranac Lake and 10 miles from the hubbub of Lake Placid. We spent a week in the main house with a couple and their two youngsters and had a great time. There is plenty of room inside for play in case of an occasional wet day and outside there are several decks from which to enjoy sunrise and sunset along with some marvelous views. Several meals from the kitchen and grill were enjoyed on the main balcony deck. The two story boat house has a game room with a pool table and bar and could provide additional sleeping accommodations. There are two canoes in the boat house and a separate swimming dock. We enjoyed paddling the lake during the morning calm, exploring the shoreline and some of the lake’s many islands. The lake also connects to several other lakes so there are many miles of water to explore. Though we didn’t have one, a motorboat would open a myriad of water bodies to explore. A state boat launch is reasonably close. It was fun to also explore some of the mountains we saw from the deck with the kids, and they were delighted to look back and find the lodge when they climbed Baker. A special treat was spending an evening by the fire pit below the main house not far from the boathouse enjoying a campfire and s’mores with the kids after a day of adventures. The main house is Adirondack rustic style with some very nice stylish touches. It is very pleasant and quite comfortable. The kitchen is extremely well furnished with many convenient appliances, but there are also a variety of tempting restaurants in the area. Though the guest cottage at the top of the hill doesn’t have a lake view, it is commodious and very nicely furnished. We plan to use it on a future visit when an additional family of four will join us. Pinehurst Lodge and the Saranac Lake area offered us an exceptional Adirondack experience, one that we look forward to repeating in the near future.

My family thoroughly enjoyed our time at this magnificent lake house. To refer to this property as a “lake house” is a great understatement – a personal waterfront compound is more appropriate. Whether we were swimming (there is a cool swimming dock at water's edge), hiking, biking, canoeing (two canoes are available with the house) or just sitting back taking in the views, we enjoyed every moment of our trip. The proximity to the Village of Saranac Lake is also a bonus. Fun shopping and great restaurants are just a few minutes away by car. We will defiantly be back next year!

Beautiful spot to get away from it all. Very private setting but only minutes from town. Tons of activities are available. There are canoes there for use and a dock to swim from and many hiking trails nearby, but don't be surprised if you spend a lot of time just sitting on the deck soaking it all in.

Our two families of four had a great week at this beautiful home. There is lots of space for individual quiet time and for group activities. We like to prepare meals and the kitchen is very well-appointed. Adults relaxed on the deck, which has wonderful views of the lake. The kids (six through fourteen) loved the lake and the woods. The canoes provide a wonderful way to get out on the water. We also enjoyed exploring the lovely towns and many hiking trails nearby. It was a great summer retreat but must be beautiful in fall and winter as well!

Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks, this spacious and beautifully decorated home is the ideal launching spot whether seeking a nearby paddle, a scenic hike or the fine arts and restaurants of Saranac Lake and Lake Placid. In addition to its beauty, this home has all the amenities and comfort to make a week or more the perfect spot for a romantic getaway or the whole family.

We can only say great things about this place. The house and property are spacious and very well-kept. The owners are receptive to questions and requests. And the lake offers many outdoor activities for children and adults. We found it hard to stray during our stay, despite the bounty of nearby attractions. We would highly recommend it as a vacation destination for families and couples alike.