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Year Round Sportsman's Paradise! Hike, Ski, Fish, Shop, Relax

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Lake Placid lodge rental - View of lodge as you enter up driveway.
View of lodge as you enter up driveway.
  • Lake Placid lodge rental - View of lodge as you enter up driveway.
    Trophy trout fishing water on property.
    Entry way with signage
    Tailgate party to cheer on Ironman contestants as they make turn only a few away
    Modern kitchen with commercial stove with gas cooking but self-cleaning oven
    More stainless appliances
  • Lake Placid lodge rental - Large diningroom table with 2nd dropleaf table available.
    Large living room with fireplace, TV, and audio sound system.
    2nd bedroom upstairs shows smallest bedroom in lodge
    Master bedroom upstairs with plenty of room for fold-up beds.
    Newly remodeled bathroomwith leather on wall.
    All new bathroom
  • Lake Placid lodge rental - Upstairs bath with shower.
    Second bathroom downstairs with hickory vanity and new shower.
    Entry sign.
    Olympic ski jumps busy yr round. Summer you'll see skiers doing flips into pool.
 
Lake Placid lodge rental - View of lodge as you enter up driveway.

View of lodge as you enter up driveway.

Trophy trout fishing water on property.

Trophy trout fishing water on property.

Entry way with signage

Entry way with signage

Tailgate party to cheer on Ironman contestants as they make turn only a few away

Tailgate party to cheer on Ironman contestants as they make turn only a few away

Modern kitchen with commercial stove with gas cooking but self-cleaning oven

Modern kitchen with commercial stove with gas cooking but self-cleaning oven

More stainless appliances

More stainless appliances

Large diningroom table with 2nd dropleaf table available.

Large diningroom table with 2nd dropleaf table available.

Large living room with fireplace, TV, and audio sound system.

Large living room with fireplace, TV, and audio sound system.

2nd bedroom upstairs shows smallest bedroom in lodge

2nd bedroom upstairs shows smallest bedroom in lodge

Master bedroom upstairs with plenty of room for fold-up beds.

Master bedroom upstairs with plenty of room for fold-up beds.

Newly remodeled bathroomwith leather on wall.

Newly remodeled bathroomwith leather on wall.

All new bathroom

All new bathroom

Upstairs bath with shower.

Upstairs bath with shower.

Second bathroom downstairs with hickory vanity and new shower.

Second bathroom downstairs with hickory vanity and new shower.

Entry sign.

Entry sign.

Olympic ski jumps busy yr round. Summer you'll see skiers doing flips into pool.

Olympic ski jumps busy yr round. Summer you'll see skiers doing flips into pool.

Per night (USD) $500
Per week $3,150
  • Bedrooms6
  • Sleeps17
  • 3 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 nights

Photos and Description of the Lake Placid vacation lodge rental
Lodge, 6 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths, (Sleeps 12-14)

DeScente Lodge is located on Riverside Drive, just 4 miles outside of the village of Lake Placid, and 5 miles from Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort. The property includes the Lodge, which is set back from the road 300 yards, a large front yard, and access to the Ausable River just across the road.

The Lodge has a large modern kitchen, large dining room, and living room, with a fireplace that opens to both living and dining areas. Its six bedrooms and three bathrooms offer a perfect spot for a group to get away for a ski, golf, hiking, or fishing trip. Ideal for a large extended family group as well. It's not a hotel; it's a home. Have fun during the day, gather back at the house for social time; then cook dinner as a group or go out to one of the many excellent restaurants in nearby Lake Placid, Saranac Lake or Wilmington.

Keywords: Large, adirondack style lodge/home/cottage to accommodate recreation groups, families, business groups for weekends or full weeks.
About Dawson Raymo

I am the nephew of the owners of this property and am managing the rental of the Descente Lodge. Our family has spent many fun filled weeks at DeScente Lodge with our cousins over the past twenty five years, enjoying the wonderful ambiance of the Lake Placid area.

DeScente Lodge was the residence for the Japanese Olympic delegation during the 1980 Winter Olympics. The Brazill family from New Jersey bought the lodge after the Olympics and have spent many Christmas and summer vacations there with their 8 children and grandchildren since that time.

Dawson Raymo purchased this lodge in 1980
Why Dawson Raymo chose Lake Placid

DeScente Lodge is a perfect spot for a vacation any time of the year. Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort is a 7 minute drive, Lake Placid Village is a 5 minute drive, and there is great hiking, fishing, swimming, boating, golfing, shopping, dining, within 10 minutes of the Lodge. The lodge offers the privacy of a country hideaway, yet is within minutes of everything the Adirondack Mountains have to offer. Riverside Drive is the route used by many athletes for their daily training; it's a great road to bike, walk or jog. Just get up in the morning and do your workout on the road outside your door.

What makes this lodge unique

DeScente Lodge is a perfect place to spend a long weekend or full week with a group of people who love to hang out together at the house or go different ways during the day and meet back at the house in the evening to share drinks, dinner and stories of that day's mountain climbing, golf , boating, or shopping adventures! Large dining room table seats 12 and additional tables available. Large eat in kitchen, and large living room also provide plenty of room to gather for socializing. Large upstairs master bedroom has a king bed, with 2 available rollaway beds. Upstairs bedroom #2 has a double bed. One bathroom upstairs for upstairs bedroom.

Downstairs bedroom #1 has two twin beds. Downstairs bedroom #2 has two twin beds. Downstairs bedroom #3 has a queen and a twin bed. Two bathrooms are in the downstairs hallway. Sleeping porch can accommodate a queen size Aerobed if needed. Cottage bedroom has queen bed.

Overview Photos Map Calendar Rates Amenities Reviews (8)
Lake Placid lodge rental - View of lodge as you enter up driveway.

View of lodge as you enter up driveway.

Trophy trout fishing water on property.

Trophy trout fishing water on property.

Entry way with signage

Entry way with signage

Tailgate party to cheer on Ironman contestants as they make turn only a few away

Tailgate party to cheer on Ironman contestants as they make turn only a few away

Modern kitchen with commercial stove with gas cooking but self-cleaning oven

Modern kitchen with commercial stove with gas cooking but self-cleaning oven

More stainless appliances

More stainless appliances

Large diningroom table with 2nd dropleaf table available.

Large diningroom table with 2nd dropleaf table available.

Large living room with fireplace, TV, and audio sound system.

Large living room with fireplace, TV, and audio sound system.

2nd bedroom upstairs shows smallest bedroom in lodge

2nd bedroom upstairs shows smallest bedroom in lodge

Master bedroom upstairs with plenty of room for fold-up beds.

Master bedroom upstairs with plenty of room for fold-up beds.

Newly remodeled bathroomwith leather on wall.

Newly remodeled bathroomwith leather on wall.

All new bathroom

All new bathroom

Upstairs bath with shower.

Upstairs bath with shower.

Second bathroom downstairs with hickory vanity and new shower.

Second bathroom downstairs with hickory vanity and new shower.

Entry sign.

Entry sign.

Olympic ski jumps busy yr round. Summer you'll see skiers doing flips into pool.

Olympic ski jumps busy yr round. Summer you'll see skiers doing flips into pool.

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Nearest Ferry : Port Henry to Vermot at 40 Miles
Nearest Train : In Lake Placid at 4 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Northway Rt # 87 at 50 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 4 Miles
Nearest Barpub : The Cottage in Mirror Lake at 5 Miles
Nearest Ski : White Face Ski Resort at 5 Miles
Nearest Golf : Lots of choices at 3 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Many to choose fron In village of Lake Placid at 4 Miles
Car: necessary

The property includes access to the West Branch of the Ausable River (Chubb River) just across Riverside Drive. Good for fishing, swimming or sitting on your beach chair in the shallows.

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Rental Rates for this vacation lodge rental in Lake Placid, New York

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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation lodge rental in Lake Placid, New York

Property Type:
  • lodge
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 2500 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Rural ...
    Very quiet setting
  • Mountain View
General:
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Mobile Phone
  • Parking Off Street
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace
Kitchen:
  • Kitchen ...
    Brand new commercial range, 6-burner gas with griddle and 2 electric ovens .
  • Ice Maker
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
Dining:
  • Dining Area
Bathrooms:
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 -
    Bathroom 2 -
    Bathroom 3 -
Bedrooms:
  • 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 17
  • King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (2), Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (5), Baby Cribs (1) Pack-n-Play, Sleep Sofa or Futons (4) Roll-away cots
Entertainment:
  • Foosball
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Satellite only
  • VCR
  • CD Player
Outside:
  • Outdoor Grill
Suitability:
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
  • children welcome
  • pets not allowed
  • non smoking only
Pool / Spa:
  • jetted tub
Attractions:
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • theme parks
  • live theater
  • restaurants
  • zoo
  • health/beauty spa
Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • scenic drives
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • sledding
  • bird watching
  • horseshoes
  • boating
  • shopping
  • wildlife viewing
  • miniature golf
Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • Babysitter
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
  • ATM/bank
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • ski lift privileges
  • rock climbing
  • snowboarding
  • snowmobiling
  • cross country skiing
  • hot air ballooning
  • kayaking
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • hunting
  • equestrian events
  • skiing
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking
  • mountaineering
  • roller blading
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • basketball court
  • rafting
  • mountain climbing
  • hiking
  • ice skating
  • fly fishing
  • freshwater fishing
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Reviews for this vacation lodge rental in Lake Placid, New York

Year Round Sportsman's Paradise! Hike, Ski, Fish, Shop, Relax
average rating of 4.875 based on 8 reviews
business
Year Round Sportsman's Paradise! Hike, Ski, Fish, Shop, Relax
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391603vb
315.573.3687
Lake Placid Adirondack Mountains
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5

You just found the perfect Whiteface-Lake Placid Lodge!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 13, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
We stayed at this terrific lodge for the Empire State Winter Games. Our group consisted of one coach, four teenage Alpine ski racers and six additional parent-spectators. We had plenty of room- the two sleeping wings of the house worked out great.
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There are many places to stay in Lake Placid, but if you are on this site considering the Descente Lodge go ahead and book it! You won't be disappointed.

I will first start with compliments of the Lodge's manager, Dawson. He was very helpful and extremely easy to communicate with-making our stay a great one right from the booking. He sent me a floor plan and went over travel directions, which are very easy even if you are a Lake Placid first timer. We ski race every year in Lake Placid and I will say, that we found the best place this year- Descente Lodge. Our stay included a noreaster with about 16" of snow, and the driveway was kept plowed throughout the storm. It is a very quick drive- 6 miles to the mountain, which is great for those coming to ski. The town( Lake Placid) is even a bit closer- only 3 miles.

The lodge was comfortable, clean and spacious, with lots of character and history. We loved it and we had a great stay.Thank you Dawson and your family for sharing this great family lodge with others.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Jane, thank you for your very favorable review. I really appreciate your thoughtfulness. Hope to work with you again in the future. Once again, thank you. Dawson
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
Year Round Sportsman's Paradise! Hike, Ski, Fish, Shop, Relax
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391603vb
315.573.3687
Lake Placid Adirondack Mountains
Ithaca, New York
5

Perfect For Large Groups

5 of 5
Submitted: February 4, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
DeScente Lodge was a great location for a weekend ski vacation for our group of 20 grad students. Plenty of beds and room for extra air mattresses and cots. Close to downtown Lake Placid and Whiteface Mountain. Pictures don't do the house justice, we were amazed with the interior and exterior. Plenty of firewood for the fireplaces and outdoor fire pit. Everything you could need for kitchen was included. Dawson was always responsive to questions and concerns and was extremely easy to work with. Highly recommended.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Year Round Sportsman's Paradise! Hike, Ski, Fish, Shop, Relax
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391603vb
315.573.3687
Lake Placid Adirondack Mountains
Poughkeepsie, NY
5

A great place for a group!

5 of 5
Submitted: January 9, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
Our experience at Descente Lodge was fantastic!!! the huge fireplace, excellently stocked kitchen and very spacious sleeping accomodations fit our group perfectly! We had about 18 adults and 4 small children!!! The hill in the back made an excellent sliding location :) Nice and close to both downtown, the Olympic sites and Whiteface Mountain!
Recommended for:  Families with Young Children
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Year Round Sportsman's Paradise! Hike, Ski, Fish, Shop, Relax
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391603vb
315.573.3687
Lake Placid Adirondack Mountains
4

Big Space, Great for Groups

4 of 5
Submitted: October 3, 2012 Stayed: September 2012
Group of 11 up in Lake Placid for (unfortunately) one evening after Ragnar Relay ADK - we needed a comfortable place to stay and relax after the race and I'm lucky that we came across this gem. The house sleeps 11 in beds and more than that if you include the available cots. It's great for groups of mixed couples/singles if people are comfortable sharing bedspace/rooms.

Would we stay here again? Absolutely. The house was spacious, comfortable and had a great layout that allowed for people to crash early without noise/disruption while others could stay up later hanging out.

The stove and oven looked incredible, if we had cooked at home we would have had such a great meal! Having the washer dryer was AMAZING.

The house was a little tricky to find, but we managed it based on verbal directions from the owner. Having some type of map drawn out and/or emailed to us prior would have been nice but definitely not a deal breaker - just make sure you ask for detailed directions if you aren't familiar with the area! Also - the lodge is named, so ask for that too.

After our stay we all came back to NYC talking about plans to go back to Lake Placid and turn our cell phones off for a week! Ah.. relaxation.

The owner, Dawson, is fantastic. Genuinely interested in making sure that you have a wonderful time in Lake Placid and willing to help however possible. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Year Round Sportsman's Paradise! Hike, Ski, Fish, Shop, Relax
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p391603vb
315.573.3687
Lake Placid Adirondack Mountains
Fairfield, CT
5

Great Place to Stay!

5 of 5
Submitted: July 19, 2012 Stayed: May 2012
My wife and I stayed at this property with our extended family to enjoy the beauty of nature. The house is in a nice secluded area adjacent to the Ausable River and also rather close to the center of town. There is plenty of room in the house to hang out with the family and enjoy each other and maybe a few cocktails. The highlight of my stay was the "epic" trout fly-fishing on the river. My brother-in-law and I caught about 50 Brook Trout that weekend right down the street from the house. The owners were a joy to deal with. It was an amazing time and I recommend this house to anyone that enjoys outdoor activities or just relaxing and reading a good book. Enjoy!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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