Adirondack Living — Oct/Nov 2024

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to purchase Country Cousins Ranch in the Adirondacks

PROPERTY

143 Averyville Lane, Lake Placid, NY

Main house:

• 3 Bedroom, 3 bathroom, renovated large kitchen, 28-foot-high cathedral ceilings.

• “English Pub” with a beautifully crafted wooden bar.

• Professional photography dark room with fireproof gun safe.

Apartment:

• One bedroom, two floors, partially furnished, separate entrance, beautiful stone fireplace.

Horse Barn:

• 3 separate electrified horse corrals with 24 foot wide cattle gates for access with large trucks.

• Attached 3-sided structure for boat, car, hay, tools, etc.

• Two round bale feeders and one forty foot round horse training pen, a horse lean to shed with an attached sunporch.

Garage:

• Includes 9,000 lb. two post vehicle lift, 220 volts for welding & more!

• 5 inch steel “I” beam with a 4,000 lb. electric hoist.

EXTRAS

• Includes a professional model jugs curveball pitching machine with a Jugs 18 ball feeder and a self contained batting netting for safety.

• Indoor 24 foot round trampoline and a N.B.A. Regulation size basketball hoop.

• For music: the baby grand piano

• Outdoors: include a log splitter, snow blower, and a John Deere Lawn Tractor with many attachments.

HISTORY OF OWNERS

• Gerrit Smith, owner in 1849 ran original dairy farm.

• Dr. Melvin Dewey, sole owner of the Lake Placid Club.

• Country Cousins Greeting Cards Company with writers, artists, printing on premises.

• Kay Jones, United Press International photojournalist, and USA Bobsled & Skeleton athlete in the Hall of Fame.

CONTACT

Patrick Dellavalle, owner as no brokers are involved with this sale. To receive the extensive list of extras that go with the sale of this wonderful location, please call or email me personally, at 518-523-8000 (H) or 518-524-0435 (C) or email : dellavalle197029@gmail.com

Offers Starting at $1.9 Million

Lake Placid: Camp Two Pines 4 BR, 4 BA year-round waterfront retreat on Lake Placid, 1.2 acres, covered boat slip, open boat slip, large swim dock, private sandy shoreline overlooking the Sunset Straight, peaceful setting.

$4,680,000

Lake Placid: Placid Meadows, 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 11.23 private acres, beautiful views, open floor plan, finished walk-out lower level, heated in-ground saltwater pool, landscaped grounds, trails, borders NYS land, deeded access to Alford Pond.

$1,095,000

Saranac Lake: Charming former Toomey Cottage, historic gem seamlessly blending past with the present, 3 BR- 2 BA, French doors, cure porches, .37 acre lot, prime location near Moody pond and Baker Mountain, potential for a second building right. $289,000

Lake Placid: Enchanting 74.4 acre setting with 360 degree views, borders NYS land on 2 sides, 3100’ brook frontage, 10 BR-10.5 BA Main Lodge, 2 BR-2 BA Carriage House, 4,000 SF annex bldg, 4 car garage & workshop potential to subdivide into 8.5 acre lots.

PRICEADJUSTMENT

$2,700,000

Wilmington: 11 room motor lodge, 68+ seat pub in the Adirondack High Peaks, 2 miles to Whiteface Mt., 11 miles to Lake Placid, established turn-key business, the area boasts world class fly fishing, hiking, snowmobiling and mtn biking. $1,599,000

PRICEADJUSTMENT

Lake Placid: Brand new, 3 BR, 2 BA, log cabin built by North Country Storage Barns/Cozy Cabins, half acre wooded lot, knotty pine interior, solid wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, farmhouse sink, covered porch, deck, 1000 SF to customize on lower level. $735,000

Lake Placid: 3 BR, 1 BA home on a .30 acre corner lot ideally situated one block off Hillcrest Ave., 1852 sq. ft., kitchen and bath upgrades include granite and butcher block counters, S/S appliances, beautifully tiled tub/shower, No Village Taxes! $525,000

PRICEADJUSTMENT

Lake Placid: 2 newly built private riverfront log homes on the Chubb River, 2 BR-2 BA Main Cabin, 1 BR- 1 BA Guest Cabin, enhanced details reclaimed from an 1800’s barn, existing house plans avail. or customize to reflect your own unique vision. $689,000

Lake Placid: 1907 camp on Buck Island, 6 BR-2 BA with 2 BR-1 BA Cabin, 1.44 Acres, original woodwork, stone fireplaces, new septic and water systems are being installed, 2-story Boathouse w/upgrades, 258’ waterfront, views of Whiteface Mtn & Pulpit Rock. $1,650,000

ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN TRANQUILITY

Welcome to Camp Tranquility, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. This one-of-a-kind chalet style/ contemporary cabin is truly a hidden gem tucked away in the woods of the Adirondack Mtns. Boasting 4 bedrooms/ 3 baths spread across 2,533 square feet, this home offers plenty of space for all your family, friends

AT THE ENTRANCE to the GLEN

4 Bed, 2 Bath ~ 1,728 Sq. Ft. ~ 2.48 Acres Workshop and Garage ~ 3 Season Sunporch Large Backyard ~ Quick access to the Jay Range Hiking Trails and the ever popular Rapids Swimming Hole in the Au Sable River Jay Price: $395,000 MLS# 202419

A QUAKER MOUNTAIN REFUGE

3 Bed, 1 Bath ~ 1,436 Sq. Ft. ~ 0.34 Acres

Knotty Pine Living Room with Stone Fireplace Spacious Kitchen ~ Full Length Deck

Detached 2 Car Garage ~ Swimming Pool Minutes from Whiteface Mountain Wilmington Price: $335,000 MLS# 202874

COUNTRYSIDE LIVING

3 Bed, 2.5 Bath ~ 1,298 Sq. Ft. ~ 10.38 Acres One Story Log Home ~ Knotty Pine Interior Vaulted Ceiling ~ Hardwood Cabinetry Hardwood Floors ~ Soap Stone Woodstove Two Car Garage ~ Excellent Condition_ Jay Price: $380,000 MLS# 200574

CIRCA 1900 HAND HEWN LOG HOME

3 Bed, 1 Bath ~ 1,225 Sq. Ft. ~ 0.87 Acres Open Flow Kitchen, Dining and Living Room Some Upgrades to Main Level including Bath One Car Attached Garage ~ A chance to take part in the restoration of this unique and special home. Wilmington Price: $150,000 MLS# 202005

HOUSE on 18 ACRES

3 Bed, 1.5 Bath ~ 1,339 Sq. Ft. ~ 18.38 Acres Hardwood Floors ~ Brick Fireplace with Woodstove Insert ~ Screened Porch ~ Barn and Outbuildings for Storage ~ Small Meadow Stone walls and Old Wood Fences Upper Jay Price: $365,000 MLS# 202954

BLACK MOUNTAIN HUNTING CAMP

A True Adirondack Hunting Camp ~ 500 Sq. Ft. 4 Acres ~ Open Interior combines Bunk Beds, Kitchen and Living Room ~ Propane Stove and Lights ~ Dug Well w/ Generator Operated Pump Wood Stove ~ Access to NY State Land Nearby Jay Price: $140,000 MLS# 201530

44.7 ACRES on TRUMBULL ROAD

Amazing opportunity to own 44 acres of the Adirondack Park in the coveted “Glen” in Jay, known for scenic views & large parcels of land. Building lot with electric, drilled well & septic tank from a previously removed mobile home. Whiteface views can be enhanced with select tree cutting. Listen to Otis Brook as it meanders through the property & enjoying fishing for brook trout. Old wood roads for all types of recreational fun - atv, hiking, snowshoeing, skiing along with wildlife galore for hunting. Great property for a hobby farm & homesteading. Minutes to Jay Mtn trail head, 15 min to Whiteface, 30 min to Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Lake Champlain & High Peaks. A must-see property!!

Jay Price: $280,000 MLS# 201949

LOT 7 MELLOW WAY

29.7 Surveyed Acres ~ APA approved for construction ~ Soils tests completed ~ Private road access ~ Extremely quiet surroundings Building envelopes are marked ~ Electric Utility in place ~ All you need are your new home plans Wilmington Price: $240,000 MLS# 179113

19.3 ACRES on DRYBRIDGE ROAD

19.3 Acres located in the Hamlet of Black Brook Private and Quiet Building Site with forested Surroundings ~ Potential Mountain Views \Electric Utilities at the Road Side ~ Ideal Location for a Year Round or Vacation Home Black Brook Price: $132,999 MLS# 178315

5.9 ACRES NUGENT LANE

Level Building Lot, extremely quiet Roadway and a nice location. Electric is available at the roadside. Can be used for mobile homes or just park your RV and stay awhile. Will need an APA permit before beginning construction. Jay Price: $59,000 MLS# 202859

8.14 ACRES ~ ALDER BROOK ROAD

8.14 Acres ~ 875 feet of Road Frontage Within Walking Distance to the Union Falls Campground & the Taylor Pond Wild Forest area with 1,000’s of Acres of State Land ~ Absolutely Peaceful Setting with Hushed Surroundings Franklin Price: $52,000 MLS# 178601

EXTREMELY PRIVATE 7 ACRES

2 Pole Barns ~ 2 RV’s ~ RV”s are included Extremely Private Campsite for many years

7.01 Acres ~ Off Grid ~ Dug Well ~ Right Of Way access ~ This Quiet Setting can become your personal Adirondack Vacation Destination Jay Price: $80,000 MLS# 202235

AUSABLE ACRES LOTS

1+/- Acres ~ Multiple Building Lots to Choose From ~ Lots have Electric, Public Water and Public Roads ~ Moments from Whiteface and Lake Placid

Additional Amenities can include 6 Miles of Hiking Trails and Access to Lake Eaton. Jay Prices from $24,900 to $38,500

Plattsburgh Quarry (518) 561-5200 Tupper Lake Concrete (518) 359-3497

Potsdam Concrete (315) 265-8036

Massena Concrete (315) 764-0251

Lake Concrete (518) 536-3639 Plattsburgh Quarry (518) 561-5200 Platttsburgh Concrete (518) 536-3636 Malone Concrete (518) 483-2671 Massena Concrete (315) 764-0251

Concrete (518) 483-2671

Concrete (315) 393-4240

Lake Quarry (518) 891-0236 Saranac Lake Quarry (518) 891-0236

Ogdensburg Concrete (315) 393-4240

Potsdam Concrete (315) 265-8037

Perched on 5 2 acres of pristine shoreline, this stunning architecturally designed ranch home is perfectly positioned to capture the most spectacular sunrises over Lake Champlain Once part of the prestigious Hotel Champlain estate, the property offers privacy and serenity with breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Champlain, the Adirondack Mountains of New York, and Green Mountains of Vermont. Completely renovated in 2020, the 5-bedroom, 3-bath residence features an open-concept great room with a soaring stone fireplace and walls of windows framing the breathtaking scenery. The gourmet kitchen, luxurious bathrooms, and private beach add to the allure of this lakeside sanctuary Listed at $1,899,000

Big plans for Saranac Lake’s

The big blue Loomis building on the corner of Broadway and Woodruff Street is decked out with flowers hanging from its wrap-around porch after Saranac Lake resident Ed Dukett sold the historic building he’s owned since 1972 to Taimim Li of Long Island.

Katie Stiles, the broker and owner of the Adirondack Stiles Real Estate Company who facilitated the sale, said there are a lot more plans for the building.

The Loomis Block, also called the Downing Block, at 14-16 Broadway is prime real estate. The building was constructed in 1896 by Frederick and Hattie Loomis, and it is one of the buildings in the downtown area that Historic Saranac Lake has gotten on the National Register of Historic Places.

The storefronts have been empty, but upstairs, Dukett lived and rented to several tenants.

All parties have declined to disclose the sale price for the property, saying they would wait until the sale is filed with the county. Stiles said the property sold for more than $500,000, at “market value.” Dukett said it sold for between $500,000 and $1 million. The Franklin County Real Property Tax Services office does not have a record of the sale yet.

The sale also included 10 Woodruff St., a house on the side street behind the Loomis block.

Li has been visiting Saranac Lake throughout his life. His aunt, Mildred “MiLi” Li, moved to Saranac Lake to seek treatment for tuberculosis in 1945.

Going forward, Stiles will manage the property.

She believes there should still be brick behind the blue stucco facade and plans to do

an “experiment” to find out. If the brick is still there and in good shape, she wants to keep it. That would look “classy,” she said. If not, then she plans to paint the building — anything but blue.

The plan is to renovate the exterior and the porches, rent the storefronts and then figure out what to do with the upstairs.

The Loomis block building has for many years been considered an eyesore in Saranac Lake’s central business district. The building became part of a broader debate in village elections over the past few years as residents pressed candidates on their plans for addressing vacant storefronts downtown. Storefronts change dynamics, Stiles said.

Their primary goal is to fill empty storefronts, she said. Stiles sits on the village advisory boards, and this is constantly a topic of discussion.

She is planning some sort of business in one of the storefronts with Li and her husband Bruce Darring. But she is keeping that a secret for now.

Stiles said the building will probably not be able to hold a restaurant because the kitchen in the back is very old, but they’re open to hearing plans.

Upstairs, in the old hotel, there are rooms with common spaces, like bathrooms. This floor will likely be reconfigured. The upstairs is wide open in terms of what it could be used for. It has two larger apartments, two smaller apartment studio spaces and four hotel-style rooms without bathrooms.

Stiles said it could be residential, office space or short-term efficiency rentals. They aren’t committing to anything yet. With mixed use zoning, there are a lot of options. Their first order of business is to get those storefronts filled.

historic Loomis Block

(Staff photo — Parker O’Brien)
2276 Saranac Avenue, Lake Placid, New York

Escape to Your Private Mountain Retreat with

This 3 house, 115 acre estate offers breathtaking views of Whiteface Mountain and more. Located just 1.5 miles from Whiteface Ski Center you'll have plenty of time to ski, hike, bike, sh and just take in nature. Whether you're seeking a serene mountain retreat, tons of recreational space, or a potential investment opportunity with developable land this Wilmington Estate offers endless possibilities!

10777 Rt. 9N Keene, NY

Welcome to the Idyllic Keene Ranch in the heart of Keene, NY. This 3 bed 1 bath home on 2.8 acres is just down the street from the town center with its eclectic shops and cafes. Comes with a large two car garage to help keep the snow off or store your favorite summer ride. Listed for $275,000

10117 Rt. 3 Sugarbush, NY

The Sugarbush Cottage. This 4 bed 1 bath home come with 4.78 acres of trails and potential farm land with potential to develop an additional 3 residences with APA approval. Ideally located at the midway point between Saranac Lake and Plattsburgh.

Listed at $249,000

FIREMAN’S LANDING ON THE MAIN BRANCH OF THE ST. RE GIS RIVER

Fireman’s landing is the ultimate in privacy on the river. The camp is on a dead end of a several’s mile’s long gated private drive. The property has only one distant neighbor. The parcel is surrounded by NYS forever wild land that can never be developed, ensuring privacy into the future. Even the land across the river is state forest preserve so no development can be done anywhere in view of this property.

Exclusively listed for $319,000 Call Emily Fogarty at 518-524-4733

Perched high overlooking Moody Pond and four mountains; Mount Baker, Mackenzie, Haystack and Scarface, this gorgeous waterfront lot nestled in woods, has a very private feel to it. It is among the very best views in Saranac Lake, and right in the heart of the Adirondacks! Enjoy swimming, fishing, boating and ice skating right from your own property. Take a 1 mile walk around Moody Pond, an hour hike up Mount Baker or get on the rail trail that takes you into the center of the village, only ½ mile away. Be accompanied by wildlife in your backyard and during these excursions. There is a Mobile home hooked up to utilities, but the listing is being sold as vacant land and “as is”. A unique feature is that there is an adjacent .29 acre lot listed as well, perfect for friends or family. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity!

Exclusively listed for $365,000

Call Emily Fogarty at 518-524-4733

Nestled amidst the natural beauty of Saranac Lake. This charming 4 bedroom, 3 full bathroom home provides ample space. The 0.5 acre property boasts mature trees, providing a sense of privacy and tranquility. During the summer lush foliage for privacy, in the winter beautiful views of the Lake from the balcony. Short distance to the quaint shops in Saranac Lake Village. A cozy getaway, all year round in the heart of the Adirondacks.

Exclusively listed for 460,000 Call

Just steps away from Jones Pond! This cute 1970's cabin is the perfect place to relax or launch your canoeing or hiking adventures. Just 10 minutes from Donnelly's Ice Cream, 15 minutes from Saranac Lake, and a half mile off the paved road. It's an easy walk through the state campground to access the lake. Enjoy the enclosed porch, new family room addition, and a spacious shed to store canoes, bikes, and tools. Pine panelled interior, alarm system, and propane stove and heat.

Exclusively listed for $385,000 Call Emily Fogarty at 518-524-4733

OLD MILITARY

This 3 bedroom, 1 bath property boasts a renovated kitchen, updated bath and walk in closets among the many updates plus a wonderful fenced yard. Old Military Corridor allows unlimited short term rentals for the investor.

Exclusively listed for $399,900 Call Benjamin Kline at 518-572-6132

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Regional mural artist helps Lake Placid with public art Regional mural artist helps Lake Placid with public art

LIVING IN THE ADIRONDACKS

LIVING IN THE ADIRONDACKS

FFamilies were going in and out of the Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort on Aug. 8 — mothers with small children in tow, fathers pushing carts full of luggage — about 10 feet below Queensbury artist Hannah Williams, who was painting a mural in the sunshine.

amilies were going in and out of the Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort on Aug. 8 — mothers with small children in tow, fathers pushing carts full of luggage — about 10 feet below Queensbury artist Hannah Williams, who was painting a mural in the sunshine.

The Holderieds, a family with roots in Germany that owns the property, hired Williams to paint two murals this summer.

The Holderieds, a family with roots in Germany that owns the property, hired Williams to paint two murals this summer.

“I knew that they wanted a Bavarian stylethemed mural that kind of encapsulates Lake Placid, the activities, and so the mural above Locker Room 5 is all winter activities,” she said. “So you have a depiction of the 1980 ‘Miracle on Ice’ photo, you have a tobogganer, you have some cross-country skiers and some other winter elements.”

“I knew that they wanted a Bavarian stylethemed mural that kind of encapsulates Lake Placid, the activities, and so the mural above Locker Room 5 is all winter activities,” she said. “So you have a depiction of the 1980 ‘Miracle on Ice’ photo, you have a tobogganer, you have some cross-country skiers and some other winter elements.”

She painted the Locker Room 5 mural in July and was finishing the one outside the resort’s front door last week.

She painted the Locker Room 5 mural in July and was finishing the one outside the resort’s front door last week.

“For this wall, it’s more summertime,” she said, standing on the blue platform of a Genie lift with a variety of paint and brushes at her feet. “We have a mountain climber, a fly fisherman and some hikers.”

“For this wall, it’s more summertime,” she said, standing on the blue platform of a Genie lift with a variety of paint and brushes at her feet. “We have a mountain climber, a fly fisherman and some hikers.”

There’s also a view of the High Peaks with Gothics and the 1980 Olympic ski jumps in the background.

There’s also a view of the High Peaks with Gothics and the 1980 Olympic ski jumps in the background.

“This is all curated by what the family wanted here at the Golden Arrow,” Williams said. “We had to go back and forth with revisions. I had a loose idea. We consulted months ago and have been touching base and finally landed on the final design by the end of July.”

“This is all curated by what the family wanted here at the Golden Arrow,” Williams said. “We had to go back and forth with revisions. I had a loose idea. We consulted months ago and have been touching base and finally landed on the final design by the end of July.”

Williams, who paints full time, uses highquality exterior latex house paint for her murals. She likes the physicality of painting murals the most.

Williams, who paints full time, uses highquality exterior latex house paint for her murals. She likes the physicality of painting murals the most.

“Especially murals that are outside for the public. I’m passionate about public art,” she said. “The challenge, just the full-body movements. It’s very therapeutic. As far as the public art aspect, I love engaging with the community. There’s so much value with public art, and so I try to advocate for that as much as possible and make connections with the community wherever in painting. In return, everybody kind of gets to learn about it.”

“Especially murals that are outside for the public. I’m passionate about public art,” she said. “The challenge, just the full-body movements. It’s very therapeutic. As far as the public art aspect, I love engaging with the community. There’s so much value with public art, and so I try to advocate for that as much as possible and make connections with the community wherever in painting. In return, everybody kind of gets to learn about it.”

Part of hiring Williams for the Golden Arrow and Locker Room 5 murals was to help introduce Lake Placid to the concept of public art, which has been one of the goals of the Lake Placid/ North Elba Arts Alliance. Formed in 2021 as part of the latest village/town comprehensive plan, the Alliance has five voting member organizations: Lake Placid/North Elba Community Development Commission, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, Lake Placid Sinfonietta, Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society and Adirondack Film.

Part of hiring Williams for the Golden Arrow and Locker Room 5 murals was to help introduce Lake Placid to the concept of public art, which has been one of the goals of the Lake Placid/ North Elba Arts Alliance. Formed in 2021 as part of the latest village/town comprehensive plan, the Alliance has five voting member organizations: Lake Placid/North Elba Community Development Commission, Lake Placid Center for the Arts, Lake Placid Sinfonietta, Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society and Adirondack Film.

In May 2023, the Alliance organized a sidewalk painting in front of the Mirror Lake Beach House.

In May 2023, the Alliance organized a sidewalk painting in front of the Mirror Lake Beach House.

“This is not a community that is used to public art, so to get them to support something, we have to tell them this isn’t permanent,” LPCA Managing Director Jon Donk said while the sidewalk mural was being painted in 2023. “Let’s just do it and see people excited about it and then maybe they’d be open to a wall (mural) or something that would be more permanent.”

“This is not a community that is used to public art, so to get them to support something, we have to tell them this isn’t permanent,” LPCA Managing Director Jon Donk said while the sidewalk mural was being painted in 2023. “Let’s just do it and see people excited about it and then maybe they’d be open to a wall (mural) or something that would be more permanent.”

Enter Williams, who said she’s honored to be a part of Lake Placid’s public art scene.

Enter Williams, who said she’s honored to be a part of Lake Placid’s public art scene.

“It also makes art accessible to everybody, which is a big deal for me,” she said.

“It also makes art accessible to everybody, which is a big deal for me,” she said.

Queensbury artist Hannah Williams paints a mural outside he Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort on Main Street, Lake Placid, on Aug. 8. (Staff photo — Andy Flynn)
Queensbury artist Hannah Williams paints a mural outside he Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort on Main Street, Lake Placid, on Aug. 8. (Staff photo — Andy Flynn)

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