15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/Hot Tub! | House in Minerva
7 Bedroom House in Essex County, Minerva
Heron Pond Hideaway is a spacious 6BR Great Camp–style lodge on 5 private wooded acres with an on-site spring-fed swimming pond and a 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.
15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/Hot Tub! is located in Essex County. 15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/Hot Tub! provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.
15 Min to Gore - Adirondack Ski Lodge w/Hot Tub! has 7 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 15 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Essex County has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Essex County, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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3+ bathrooms
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Jetted bathtub
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Bathtub or shower
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Bed sheets provided
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7 bedrooms
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Sofa bed
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Dining table
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Wood stove
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Living room
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Microwave
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Dishwasher
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Coffee/tea maker
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Oven
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Ice maker
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Toaster
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Stovetop
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Near the beach
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Onsite parking
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Car recommended
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Mountain biking nearby
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Windsurfing nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Tennis on site
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Boat on site
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Hiking nearby
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Sledding nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Snow sports gear
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Water sports equipment
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Kayak on site
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Rafting nearby
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Water tubing nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Foosball table
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Games
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DVD player
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Arcade/game room
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Video library
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Books
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Pool or billiards table
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Unit size: 4160 sq ft (387 sq m)
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English
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In a rural location
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On the waterfront
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In the mountains
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Desk chair
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Desk
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Children's dinnerware
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Highchair
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Children's toys
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Travel crib
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Children's books
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Playground
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Phone
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Balcony
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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First aid kit
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Deadbolt lock
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Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
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Hot tub
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome note from host: will consider gatherings w/ < 30 persons onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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