On lake.You'll find Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails and Lake Placid Center for the Arts within a 15-minute walk of this Lake Placid vacation home. Boots and Birdies and St. Eustace Episcopal Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Brewster Peninsula Nature Trails - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Lake Placid Center for the Arts - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Mirror Lake - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Main Street - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Whiteface Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
Getting around
Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Stewart's Shops - 12 min walk
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Jimmy's 21 Lake Side Italian Restaurant - 3 min drive
Heritage Indian Grill - 15 min walk
Smoke Signals - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More
Escape to Camp Balsam, a private luxury lakefront retreat on the pristine shores of Lake Placid. This sprawling Adirondack getaway features an indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, boathouse with sundeck, propane fire pit, central A/C and breathtaking mountain and waterfront views—perfect for families, couples, and groups seeking adventure or relaxation.
Inside, enjoy multiple living spaces, a gourmet chef’s kitchen, a formal dining room, and a cozy bar lounge. Four en-suite bedrooms with private deck access provide ultimate comfort. The 20x40-foot indoor pool room includes lounge seating, a bar area, and changing rooms, while the fully equipped gym and sauna offer wellness-focused amenities.
Step outside to expansive decks, a scenic boardwalk, and a sprawling rooftop boathouse sundeck—perfect for soaking in the views, dining al fresco, or embracing the ultimate lakefront lifestyle. Just minutes from downtown Lake Placid, renowned restaurants, world-class ski resorts, scenic hiking trails, and iconic Olympic venues, this year-round luxury retreat offers the very best of the Adirondacks.
Book your unforgettable Lake Placid vacation at Camp Balsam today!
Bedroom 1: King, Main Level, sitting bench, en-suite bathroom, access to deck Bedroom 2: King, 2nd Floor, master bedroom, en-suite bathroom, woodstove is not to used Bedroom 3: Queen, Full, 2nd Floor, en-suite bathroom, desk, walk in closet, access to deck Bedroom 4: Queen, 2nd Floor, en-suite bathroom, access to deck Bedroom 5: King, Lower Level Bedroom 6: Full, Lower Level
Number of Vehicles Allowed: Camp Balsam offers a Maximum of 4 parking spaces for guest use. The Town of North Elba, Village of Lake Placid has adopted new Short-Term Vacation Rental Regulations that include rental parking limitations for the maximum number of motor vehicles allowed on the property. Parking is NOT permitted on any part of the lawn or on any part of a sidewalk and like other communities the ordinance asks that you obey all regulations when parking in public.
Good Neighbor Policy Please visit the Town of North Elba / Village of Lake Placid Good Neighbor Policy for more information on local short-term rental laws regarding occupancy, parking, noise, fires, trash, and dogs.
Short-Term Rental Permit: STR-200475
What Awaits You:
Visitors will enjoy unlimited, multi-use and free year round access to the Rail Trail, which consists of a 34 mile corridor between Lake Placid, Saranac Lake and Tupper Lake with the choice of several access points. Hikers, bikers, snowmobilers and cross country skiers experience breathtaking and up close views of nature and many waterways, while also experiencing the charm and amenities of these interconnected communities along the way!
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 1.3 Miles Away Mirror Lake is the center of the 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 water's edge or play a rowdy game of ice hockey! 1.3 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. 0.0 Miles Away - Direct Access 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 1.8 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. 5.4 Miles Away Ski Jump Complex 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! 4.4 Miles Away Mount Van Hoevenberg 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. 9.6 Miles Away Horse Show Grounds Excellent opportunity to watch 2 separate horse jumping competitions that take place at the end June and beginning of July. 5.3 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. 6.6 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. 11.3 Miles Away High Falls Gorge in Wilmington 22 Acre nature park with bridges walkways and groomed trails that showcase 4 separate waterfalls and breathtaking views of Adirondack splendor! 9.7 Miles Away North Pole Santa’s Workshop in Wilmington is a theme park set up as a Santa’s Storybook Village geared towards children and the young at heart. Lots for families to see and do in this wondrous setting! 15.6 Miles Away The Wild Center of Tupper Lake is a museum/adventure park sitting amid 115 acres with 54,000 square feet of indoor space that features stunning live animal and interactive exhibits along with multi-media shows in a spacious theater. The outside offers walking trails, naturalist guides throughout, guided canoe trips and special Adirondack themed workshops including the art of ice fishing and more! 29.0 Miles Away
Lake Placid 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.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 13,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More to the airport?
This vacation home is 3.7 mi (9-min drive) away from the Lake Placid, NY (LKP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More to the beach?
This vacation home is 1.8 mi (7-min drive) from Lake Placid Public Beach and 13.9 mi (23-min drive) from Wilmington Town Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More have a pool?
This vacation home features an indoor pool.
Does Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More to downtown Lake Placid?
This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Lake Placid.
Lake Placid Waterfront Estate | Indoor Pool, A/C, Boathouse & More Reviews
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8/10 Good
Gretchen B.
Jul 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We love the area and the house was nice. The beds were awesome and the kitchen was just like mine at home so I was stoked!!! The new boat house with the sun deck is a huge selling point! Would recommend this place to anyone who wants a nice place to stay and a fabulous boat house with sundeck.
Gretchen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ryan T.
Aug 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
As described and well appointed. We enjoyed the property and area. Water access was a bit tricky but it it appears they are working to make that easier. We enjoyed all the amenities of the home including the pool!