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15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace!

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Game room
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7 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at 15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace!. Adventurous travelers may like the boating and kayaking at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15387 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace!

Heron Pond Hideaway is a spacious 6+ BR Great Camp–style lodge on 5 private wooded acres with waterfront spring-fed swimming pond, hot tub, wood burning fireplace, hot tub, and HUGE screened treehouse (everyone’s favorite!). Just 1.5 miles to Minerva Lake/Beach, 15 minutes to Gore Mountain ski resort, 45 minutes to Lake George, and 90 minutes to Lake Placid.

Why Guests Book Us:
• Waterfront: cool off in the spring-fed pond right on the property.
• Epic treehouse: screened, roomy, and perfect for kids OR adult adventures or summer camp-outs (sleeps 8+).
• Room for a crowd: 6 bedrooms + loft; multiple living spaces for everyone to spread out.
• Chef’s kitchen: Wolf gas range, 2 sinks, large fridge with wine drawer; seating for everyone (kitchen table + bar seat 10–12; the formal dining room seats 10 w/ extra folding table/chairs provided).
• Entertainment: Great Room with soaring stone fireplace; family room with 65" TV, Roku, Wi-Fi, foosball, games & books; separate Game Room with pool table and bar.
• Outdoors on site: 5 acres of woods and creeks, trails, campfire area, propane grill, basketball court (adjustable hoop), Moxham Trailhead <1 mile.

Nearby:
• Minerva Beach (1.5 mi): lifeguarded, kayak/canoe/SUP rentals, food stand, tennis & basketball.
• Summer/Fall: whitewater rafting, mountain biking, trout fishing, glass blowing, cave exploring, garnet mining, water tubing, rail biking, hiking, leaf peeping,
• Winter: Gore Mountain (15 min), Garnet Hill Nordic & ice-skating, snowshoeing; snow tubing, snowmobiling, hunting, ice fishing, hok skiing, kick sledding. Hot tub under the stars (not available May 1–Labor Day).

Sleep Well:
Memory-foam King/Queen beds with soft & firm pillows; high-thread-count cotton linens; blackout shades/curtains + sound machines.

Extra Peace of Mind:
On-site caretaker (above the Carriage House) handles snow plowing/sanding and is available for urgent needs.

Check-in/out:
Summer/Holidays (same-day turnarounds): Check-in 5 PM, Check-out 10 AM
Standard: Check-in 4 PM, Check-out 11 AM
Earlier/later requests may be possible—just ask!

Bedroom Layout:
Bedroom #6 (1 Full + 3 Twins) is a large bonus room (18’ x 20’) accessed through Bedroom #5 (1 Full). Two privacy doors + shared bath between them. Extra daybed in the 2nd-floor loft. For a full overview of how the house flows, please see our floorplan in the photos.

Families Welcome:
High chair, pack ’n play (bring sheets), booster seat, step stools, potty seat, kids’ cups & plates all provided.

Hot Tub:
Available Labor Day–April 30 only. Please bring your own beach towels for hot tub/pond use.

Access:
Quiet, private gravel road with steep driveway. Conditions can be muddy/icy in late winter/early spring—AWD recommended during these periods.

Nature Notes:
The Adirondacks are known for no-see-ums (tiny mosquitos) in warm months—bug spray recommended.

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

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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

Rules

Guest count must be accurate and up to date. Max 15 guests — babies count. Notify us of any changes. Extra fees apply for over 12 guests.
Guests must sign Rental Agreement within 2 days. No pets, events, smoking or EV charging. No blow up mattresses or moving of furniture.
Refundable Security Deposit hold of $750. Excessive cleaning, damage, or extra charges may result in claim.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Will consider gatherings w/ < 30 persons

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
Note from host: Will consider gatherings w/ < 30 persons
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

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Minerva, NY

What's nearby

  • Minerva Lake - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort - 20 min drive - 22.4 km
  • The Sagamore Golf Club - 34 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Lake George - 37 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Million Dollar Beach - 40 min drive - 67.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sporty's Iron Duke Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Owl at Twilight - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lucky Leprechaun - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lil' Nony's Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Crik - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace! located?

This family-friendly Minerva vacation home is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Minerva Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Revolution Rail Co. and North Creek Depot Museum. Gore Mountain Ski Resort and North Creek Ski Bowl Town Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/ Hot Tub and Fireplace! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Bob P.

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

Brianna M.

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

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

Colleen I.

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

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

Brian G.

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

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

Martine K.

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

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

Michael D.

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

great ski house

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

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

Robert T.

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

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

Teresa H.

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

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

Jenn I.

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

Ski/Snowboard Getaway

We had a wonderful time at Heron Pond Hideaway. The house is beautiful and the location to the mountains was great. The owner was super easy to work with and really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson C.

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

Ski Vacation

Great home for a family ski vacation...everthing we needed was provided...…....wonderful home in a terrific location
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kenny M.

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

Amazing place and hosts

This place was so good! The entire place us absolutely amazing. Everything you could ever want or need here. They are the best host and extremely helpful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

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

Annual gathering of friends

This was our 34th annual reunion of friends and family and we all enjoyed the property. Great setting, access to outdoor activities, and inside fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Amazing place. Highly Recommend

Cozy and comfortable. Well appointed rooms and kitchen. Easy check in fast communication
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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

Christian C.

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

Great weekend

Spent the weekend with a few friends. The house was beautiful, spacious, and we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

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

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

Stephanie M.

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

Very comfortable home with all the amenities

We loved this home and would happily return. It's beautifully decorated and very comfortable for large groups. It was just what we were looking for in terms of a great place to stay with two families on a ski weekend (although it could have easily accommodated more people). It was so cozy and beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Therese H.

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

Architectural hidden gem

Beautiful home, stained glass windows, large rooms with coffered ceilings, woodwork throughout, very comfortable and accommodating. Outstanding kitchen. Lots of activities for all ages. Family friendly. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terra T.

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

Ski weekend

House was perfect! It was clean and well stocked with pots, pans and dishes. 15 min drive to Gore Mountain. Hot tub was a plus. It truly felt like a home away from home. Great family vacation home.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Very lovely home

The house and property are beautiful! Me and my group had a wonderful time ! The owners mindy and don were very nice And accommodating! Will book again in the future. Thanks for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

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

Ariana C.

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

Amazing stay

We went on a ski trip with our friends and family. The house is absolutely stunning and has everything you need. The outside view of the pond is beautiful and the tree house was a fun plus. Very close to gore mountain about 15-20 minutes. Every person that came loved the house with no complaints. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Best Trip so far

My friends and I have been doing a group ski trip every year for the past 6 years and this has been the best so far. The house was immaculate and Shannon was very helpful when we needed. Also the view of the pong covered in snow while we were the was beautiful. The house is only 15 minutes from Gore Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

A Must Stay!

We’ve been coming to this house for a couple years now. And it just gets better and better. The new owner Shannon really did a beautiful job with the new design of the interior and exterior of the home! She’s also a great Host! I would highly recommend this vacation home,Great place to bring your friends and family! Seeya again next year heron pond!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023