The Fern Lodge

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Friends Lake and Loon Lake Beach, The Fern Lodge provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a firepit. Adventurous travelers may like the rowing/canoeing, mountain biking, and snowshoeing at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or 8 hot tubs, and indulge in a massage. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like kayaking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

View all photos for Premium Suite, Hot Tub, Lake View (Birch)

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a comfortable sofa, and a table with books and snacks.

Premium Suite, Hot Tub, Lake View (Birch)

  • Lake view
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Hot Tub, Mountain View (Cedar)

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and patterned curtains.

Superior Suite, Hot Tub, Mountain View (Cedar)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, Hot Tub, Lake View (Forest)

A wooden cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a wooden bathtub, and a view of a lake.

Luxury Room, Hot Tub, Lake View (Forest)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room, Hot Tub, Lake View (Oak)

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.

Luxury Double Room, Hot Tub, Lake View (Oak)

  • Lake view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Hot Tub, Lake View (Pine)

A wooden cabin-style bedroom with a large bed, red curtains, and a rustic wooden headboard.

Standard Double Room, Hot Tub, Lake View (Pine)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Chestertown, The Fern Lodge is in the mountains and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Friends Lake and Loon Lake Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Gore Mountain Ski Resort. Natural Stone Bridge and Caves and Tannery Pond Community Center are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with downhill skiing and a ski area, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating. Visit our Chestertown travel guide
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Map
46 Fiddlehead Bay Rd., Chestertown, NY, 12817

What's nearby

  • A calm lake reflecting autumn trees and mountains.
    Loon Lake
    9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • A lakeside town with a large body of water, dense forests, and rolling hills in the background.
    Lake George
    29 min drive - 35.0 km
  • A snow-covered mountain path with trees and distant snow-capped peaks under a clear sky.
    Gore Mountain Ski Resort
    29 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Friends Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Loon Lake Beach
    9 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Albany Intl. Airport (ALB)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stewart's Shops
    12 min drive
  • Kelly's Good Eats
    18 min drive
  • Main Street Ice Cream Parlor
    11 min drive
  • The Bullhouse
    10 min drive
  • The Hub
    15 min drive

About this property

The Fern Lodge

  • Bed & breakfast near Friends Lake
  • Located close to Loon Lake Beach, The Fern Lodge provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace, and a firepit. Adventurous travelers may like the rowing/canoeing, mountain biking, and snowshoeing at this bed & breakfast. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or 8 hot tubs, and indulge in a massage. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like kayaking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • An electric car charging station, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a dock
    • Beach towels, wedding services, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as private hot tubs and fireplaces, as well as thoughtful touches like wet bars and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Jetted tubs, hydromassage showers, and designer toiletries
    • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
    • Furnished balconies or patios, refrigerators, and premium channels

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Fern Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fern Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Fern Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Fern Lodge located?

Situated on a lake, this bed & breakfast is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Friends Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Loon Lake Beach and Natural Stone Bridge and Caves. Tannery Pond Community Center and Gore Mountain Ski Resort are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Fern Lodge Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Super great staff. Property is gorgeous
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband surprised me with a trip here for our 18th wedding anniversary, and we had a wonderful stay. The staff were amazing, friendly, and always willing to help. The lodge is located right on the lake, offering beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere. The complimentary breakfasts were delicious and provided a variety of choices each morning. We truly enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable, friendly, beautiful lodge, spacious facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I took my wife for a surprise baby moon it was so nice, we decided to stay a second night and it was well worth it. The whole staff was amazing and everything exceeded expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This property is a piece of art. The service, the view the staff are amazing and so kind and nice. They have variety of breakfast ideas and they have a special style in how they serve the food. Everything is clean the rooms the lobby. Beautiful place for relaxing and enjoy the nature.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Our room was beautiful. The fireplace was electric but high quality. Loved sipping my coffee on the balcony, watching the sunrise, wrapped in a blanket at the end of October. Kayaks, s’mores, and jetted tub were also great. Fun having a choice of outdoor fireplaces & pits for a cozy evening cuddle. Breakfast was yummy and served where you wanted it (including in room). Only sad thing was the hot tub was not working when we visited.
View from Oak room.
Snuggling, s’mores and outdoor fire.
Sunrise sipping coffee on our balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Hidden gem in the Adirondacks.

The Fern Lodge was a delightful experience from start to finish. The host was so friendly and accommodating, and she made our anniversary special in many ways. The property had more accommodations than we had time to enjoy - made us wish we had booked more time at The Fern Lodge. I guess we’ll just have to return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Arrived at 7pm and left at 6am. I had no interaction from the Lodge. Although quiet and peaceful. I felt somewhat insecure, unablento have dinner. The next morning I grabbed a coffee around 6am. I saw no personnel thru my short 12 hours of stay and had no way or nowhere to dine or breakfast due to my arrival and departure time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff is great,friendly and helpful Loved our stay. Place is beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I cannot say enough good things about the Fern Lodge. Beautiful atmosphere, wonderful host. Will be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had such a great experience the first night so we moved our plans and stayed a second, next time we will definitely stay even longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Paradise just simply heavenly. And so well appointed. Feel so at home
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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There is not enough words to describe how amazing this place is. Wendy was very helpful and friendly. She upgraded our room so we stayed at Birch. Every little detail in that room was done very tastefully. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Romantic Birthday weekend

Celebrated my birthday weekend in this Beautiful lodge! What made it extra special is Wendy who goes the extra mile to make sure everyone is happy and taken care of! Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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If I could give 50 stars i would. I had read the previous raving reviews and confirm...noone was exaggerating. This is a family run lodge with all the personal touches that only families can give. The pictures on the website don't do it justice because its the FEEL of the place and people working there that make this lodging experience so special. What u don't see on the site are small yet significant touches and I will name a few. The rooms are airy and calming. There are 5 rooms (i believe) with individual names. Me and my husband stayed in the cedar room. U can see that someone put their heart and sole into its decor, with high vaulted ceilings, small wood carved trinkets, a large screened in porch with fire pit, a fridge stocked with plastic water bottles, a huge steam shower and jacuzzi, bad sheets that were so comfortable that I actually went online and purchased a set for myself. I don't remember sleeping so soundly. The lodge sits on a pristine lake with kayaks and paddle boards provided. Everywhere u turn, there's another sitting area that faces the lake. Breakfast...amazing, prepared for according to your preferences. And downstairs, a game room with a bar for ordering drinks and even a large movie theatre with lazyboys. They even provide a microwave and popcorn bags...I could go on and on but simply said, I am so glad that I found this place. Hats off to the owners, innkeeper, cook and staff that gave us such a memorable summer holiday. Thank u fern lodge
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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A beautiful place. Everything was wonderful!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I would highly recommend The Fern Lodge. The is amazing. My husband describes it as a peaceful place. And it’s extremely clean. Sharon is great! She gave us a tour. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Adirondack luxury

Amazing property and wonderful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very unique and beautiful guest rooms. The balcony overlooking the lake was fantastic. The king size bed was extremely comfortable. Friendly and accommodating service with a delicious breakfast. We cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely wonderful, we will be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A special place

This place feels like a home, only 5 rooms in a private lake. Our room was huge and even had a fireplace. It is nestled in a beautiful forest, so plenty of places for hiking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Cedar room

May e replace the hair dryer in the cedar room. It’s pretty beat. Though the room was amazing like all the rest it was a bit annoying to hear everyone downstairs due to the French door in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018