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Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Minerva

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 154160 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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Minerva, NY

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About the neighborhood

Minerva

On waterfront.Stay at this Minerva vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Minerva Lake and 9 miles (15 km) of Tannery Pond Community Center. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Revolution Rail Co. and North Creek Depot Museum.
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  • ‪The Owl at Twilight - ‬7 min drive
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  • ‪The Lucky Leprechaun - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Crik - ‬7 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.

Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace

Heron Pond Hideaway is a private Adirondack lodge designed for unforgettable gatherings—without sacrificing space, comfort, or privacy. Set on five secluded wooded acres with your own waterfront, spring-fed swimming pond, this Great Camp–style retreat offers a rare blend of natural beauty, thoughtful design, and year-round adventure.

Centrally located in the Adirondacks, the home is just 15 minutes from Gore Mountain Ski Resort, 1.5 miles to Minerva Beach, 45 minutes to Lake George, 90 minutes to Lake Placid, with easy access to hiking, white water rafting, and countless outdoor experiences in every season!

From mornings by the water to evenings around the stone fireplace or under the stars in the hot tub, this is a place where families and friends reconnect in a truly special setting.

Why Guests Choose Heron Pond Hideaway:

A Property You Can’t Replicate
- Private, spring-fed swimming pond directly on the property
- One-of-a-kind screened treehouse, tucked into the woods and large enough for kids or adults (a guest favorite year after year)
- Surrounded by acres of forest, trails, creeks, and peaceful Adirondack quiet

Designed for Comfort, not Crowding
- 6 bedrooms + loft, with multiple gathering and lounge spaces
- Great Room with soaring ceilings and a grand stone fireplace
- Separate family room with 65" TV, Roku, Wifi, games, foosball table, and books
- Dedicated game room with pool table and bar
- Everyone can be together—or spread out—comfortably.

Cook, Dine, and Celebrate Together
- Chef’s kitchen with Wolf gas range, dual sinks, oversized refrigerator with wine drawer
- Dining spaces well-suited for shared meals and celebrations
- Fully stocked kitchen ready for everything from casual breakfasts to holiday feasts

Outdoor Living & On-Site Fun:
- 350 SF screened-in Treehouse for adults and kids a like
- A charmingly lit campfire area, especially magical at night for s’mores, stories, and stargazing (or a wood burning stove indoors for cozy, winter nights)
- Expansive front and back porches furnished with Adirondack chairs for relaxing, reading, or gathering
- Hot tub under the stars (available Labor Day–Memorial Day)
- Propane grill with propane provided
- Basketball court with adjustable hoop
- Cornhole game
- Large open activity field where kids can run, play, and burn off energy
- Direct access to trails, woods, and the spring-fed pond
- Private wooded acreage with streams to discover for adventurous guests

Sleep & Comfort
- Memory-foam King and Queen beds
- Soft and firm pillow options
- High-thread-count cotton linens
- Blackout shades/curtains and sound machines in every room

Ideal For:
- Multi-generational family gatherings
- Reunions and milestone celebrations
- Ski weekends, summer lake trips, fall foliage escapes
- Groups seeking privacy, quality, and room to relax

The home is best suited for families and groups seeking a peaceful, well-appointed retreat rather than a party-focused rental.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,160 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

Max 15 guests — babies count in guest count. No blow up mattresses or moving of furniture. No pets, events, smoking or EV charging.

Guests must sign Rental Agreement within 2 days. Main guest must be 25+. This is not a "party house".

Refundable Security Deposit hold of $800. Excessive cleaning, damage, or extra charges may result in claim.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: 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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace to the beach?

This vacation home is 17.3 mi (28-min drive) from Loon Lake Beach and 19.7 mi (37-min drive) from Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace to downtown Minerva?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Minerva.

Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great! No issues to report
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend. Great house and close to Gore
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second reservation at this house because it’s fantastic. The space is beautiful, you have everything you need, and the host and onsite caretaker are friendly, empathic, and quick to respond as needed. Highly recommend - our group of 12 will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and property. The hosts were super responsive and the place was amazing. Would happily go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable, with a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heron Hideaway was picture perfect. Spacious, scenic, well equipped, comfortable, relaxing and beautifully kept!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is beautiful and perfectly accommodated our multigenerational group of 12. Being near Minerva Lake beach and North Creek was an added plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martine K., Rochester, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Had a wonderful time! The house was very clean and had everything we needed for a week long stay. The bedrooms are lovely and the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you may need. The property is serene and the chairs on the back deck are a perfect place to sit and relax. Kids really enjoyed fishing in the pond and playing foosball. Donnelly Beach is just down the road - we rented canoes and paddleboards to explore Minerva Lake. Adirondack Railbikes and Beaverbrook Outfitters (we did the tubing trip) are conveniently located near the house and we enjoyed them both.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Amazing property and excellent communication from the owner! We would definitely recommend this property for families. The kids loved hanging out around (and in!) the pond and are already asking when we can go back. It was a great week well spent relaxing and having fun adventures with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

I go on a trip with the same group of friends 2x per year and this was by far our favorite place we've been. The house and property were amazing, host communicated super well and everything went very smoothly. We are grateful to have stayed here and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time in a great house.

Clean, well maintained house with great amenities. Lots to do in area, but lots to do at the house in case outdoor activities are cancelled due to weather. Our kids adored the tree house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness

amazing house near gore

We had a fantastic time during our stay. Questions were answered quickly and the house was so perfect for our group! Hope to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness

great ski house

a fun family ski house, we all enjoyed it very much
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanks so much for a great weekend!

Our group of 12 - 6 adults and 6 kids - had more than enough room to hang out apres ski! Beautiful home, and thanks to our host Shannon for quick responses. Huge shout out to the caretaker Ronnie, who helped us out during a car emergency our first night there - very kind and incredibly appreciated (it was close to midnight, too)!!! Loved the house, we would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Second Time

I have a group of friends that have been going on a yearly ski trip for 7 years now. We stayed at Shannon's house last year and loved it so much we booked it again this year for our trip. The place is so clean and cozy, and Shannon and the caretaker at the property and so friendly, responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

C C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surpassed our expectations!

As a volunteer fire department, we utilized Heron Pond Hideaway (HPH) for our inaugural leadership summit. Shannon, the owner, communicated timely to our questions prior to making our reservation. Themed with an ADK decor, the entire facility was beautiful and very clean when we arrived. The bathrooms and bedrooms were comfortable for our crew. The kitchen is a chef’s dream and is stocked very well with multiple dishes, serving ware, glass ware, and appliances that allowed us to easily create our meals. While the formal dining room is beautiful, we elected to use the breakfast nook. The great room and family room served us well as meeting rooms for our work sessions. The hot tub, fire pit, pool table, foosball table and TREEHOUSE ….yes a treehouse, all added to our experience when we had some down time. Overall……Heron Pond Hideaway surpassed all our expectations! We highly recommend and look to possibly return in the future!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Three families stayed at the property (6 adults, 4 children). Plenty of room for all of us. It’s a cool house with good separation. The pool table and the big kitchen table got a lot of use! The kids loved fishing in the little pond behind the house. We didn’t get to use the treehouse much, but the kids thought it was really cool. The house is certainly remote in a quiet town. Lake George is about ~45 min away, not a bad drive. Restaurant options are limited within ~15 minutes, but there are good ones. Great place to stay to getaway and relax!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Weekend

Beautiful location and home. Check in was easy, but 5:00 was too late to check in with hungry children! Plenty of space for us all to spread out. Nice outdoors with pond, basketball court and plenty of places to roam. Our biggest complaint was the sound of the caretakers' truck leaving the property between 5 and 6 each morning. Because we were not allowed to put out garbage after 6, or use the basketball court after 10 because it infringed on the caretakers it seemed to us that this was inconsiderate to the paying guests. It was especially inconvenient that we couldn't shower/bath the first night or until after 10:30 the next morning due to septic problems. We realize septic problems come unexpectedly, but could have been handle better. Hot water was not adequate for 11 guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house and great communication

We had 11 adults/friends in our group for our yearly reunion. The house was very clean with everything we needed. The bedding and furnishings are high quality and comfortable, we had plenty of space, and everyone had plenty of space so we didn’t feel crowded at all. Even though the caretaker is close by, we didn't see him or feel watched over, which was nice. Shannon was awesome and quick to reply to any questions I had. The house is close to a public beach (about 5 min drive) with bathrooms, food, picnic areas, volleyball, etc. We also went tubing down the Hudson River through Beaver Brook Outfitters, which was about a 20-25 minute drive from the house and a lot of fun. The treehouse is impressive and we enjoyed sitting on both the front and back porches. The pool and foosball tables were great to have and we used them quite a bit. The kitchen was perfect for making meals together. I wouldn’t say the pond is a swimming pond, but we did enjoy seeing the turtle and frogs! Overall a great stay, great host, and I would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Setting for Summer

We had a great time in our stay! The house is so well set up for a large group with ample seating in all spaces. The kids loved the game room and took full advantage of the pool table and foosball table. We had preteens and teens that found plenty of things to keep them off screens for our stay. The lawns are huge for games like corn hole and frisbee. The Minerva beach was very convenient with a great little snack bar. A big storm knocked out power in the surrounding area for 24 hours while we were there but we didn’t even know thanks to the generator onsite. The host was responded quickly to every question we had. We had a great time and highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Celebrating 40 years

Our family of 14 had a wonderful stay at Heron Pond Hideaway. Our grandchildren enjoyed feeding the fish in the pond as well as “Snappy” the turtle of the pond. They enjoyed some fishing as well as a couple of nights of campfires, s’mores, and trivia. We railbiked and tubed just 15 minutes away and spent a day at the Great Escape just 45 minutes away. Our last two days we spent at the house playing indoor and outdoor games and enjoying the two large porches and comfortable chairs. It was a vacation full of lasting memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious cabin in the woods

Spent four days here with friends and family while hiking in the area. The pictures look great, but the place looks even better in person. There are plenty of room to spread out amongst the multiple living areas and there is plenty of property to wander around outside. Despite staying here during a record heat wave with the outside temperature in the 90s, the house remained very pleasant in the 70s, despite not having AC. I would definitely return here again the next time I'm in the Adirondacks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends and family

We had a wonderful stay with 6 adults and 4 children under 7 years old. The property was secluded but accessible to shroon lake and hiking trails. It was very clean and comfortable. The pond and treehouse were a huge hit with the kids. We already discussed staying again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gore Mountain Perfection

We wanted one last winter hurrah with our adult kids and their friends. This house was perfect, the communication couldn’t have been better…can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katarina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter wonderland

We stayed at the house for 5 nights with a large group of families and kids from toddlers to teenagers. The house is very beautiful, with lots of nice personal touches, but also very comfortable and spacious. We could all hang out together, but there were also lots of nice nooks and break out areas to keep everyone happy and occupied (pool table and hot tub were a hit, as was the pond, outside fire pit and tree house). Super close to Gore & well set up for ski gear storage. Super accessible but also very private - good place for kids to run around and feel like they are in the middle of wilderness. One of our favorite trips. Thank you Shannon!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024