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Authentic Log Cabin, Secluded Site on the Ausable River

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Jay, NY
  • Place, Ausable River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Jay Covered Bridge
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilmington Town Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Jay

Located in Jay, this cabin is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Historic Jay Covered Bridge and Au Sable Forks Free Library. .This cabin is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Whiteface Mountain and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Ausable Forks Free Library.
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What's nearby

  • Ausable River - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Historic Jay Covered Bridge - 11 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • River Stone Wellness - 14 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Wilmington Town Beach - 15 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Santa's Workshop - 18 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Port Kent Station - 36 min drive
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Adirondack Chocolates - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Twisted Raven - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ice Jam Inn & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Authentic Log Cabin, Secluded Site on the Ausable River

Built in 1926 and recently renovated, this classic log cabin is rich with Adirondack character.

Nestled in a stand of mature pines, the cabin's very private and secluded setting offers the gamut of outdoor activities but is also conveniently located less than 10 Miles from Whiteface Mountain, and less than 20 Miles from Lake Placid. The cabin is surrounded by hundreds of acres of forest which is accessible for hiking and hunting via a large network of private trails.

A fly fisherman's haven, the cabin sits a mere 50 yards from the AuSable River's 'Dream Mile', which was featured in the fly Fishing portion of ESPN's Outdoor Games (2001) and Outdoor Life's East Coast Fly Fishing Competition (2001, 2002). Fishing access by special reservation so please inquire.

A massive stone fireplace serves as the centerpiece of the great room and will take the chill out of any Adirondack night. With its master bedroom and two cozy bunk rooms, the cabin sleeps 8 people, with day beds in living room for napping. In the reservation, please provide the exact number of guests. The cabin also features a full bath, with hot and cold running water, an outfitted kitchen, and a beautiful screened-in porch for meals or relaxation.

The cabin comes furnished with bed linens, kitchenware, and all the comforts of home. A Grocery service is also available.

The cabin is located at the end of a long gravel/natural driveway. 2WD vehicles are usually sufficient in the summer and fall, but 4WD is recommended, particularly in the winter and spring. Due to the remote location, internet is available but can be unreliable - we cannot guarantee consistent internet service for the term of your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cabin features games, snowboarding nearby, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include sledding nearby, rock climbing nearby, and cross-country skiing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Authentic Log Cabin Secluded Site on the Ausable River
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Authentic Log Cabin, Secluded Site on the Ausable River Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy cabin for a quiet weekend getaway. WiFi wasn’t super reliable, but that’s fine for an ADK cabin. A little confusing to get to initially, but I loved being tucked so far into the woods. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lovely girl's weekend

The cabin was so picturesque. Great meals on the porch with the glistening river. Day 1 we went to Ausable Chasm and antiquing. Day 2 to coaster ride and Lake Placid. Excellent location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Even Better than expected

This cabin is outstanding. Great location, off the road but close to many activities. The cabin is comfortable, fully outfitted, yet remains rustic. Would change a thing. Also, the communication before and during visit was well done. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Escape

My boyfriend and I had the most wonderful week at this cabin. It’s secluded and absolutely gorgeous. As everyone says, the pictures don’t do it justice! We had a blast exploring the local areas, fishing the river, evenings on the screened porch, nighttime movies on the daybeds and a fire in the huge fireplace. Most importantly we are so glad to have met Jim, the property manager. He was so spectacular and even helped us out when we had a dead truck battery.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing week at the Deerlands

Having stayed here previously, I thought I knew what to expect. To my surprise, many things have been improved and the overall size of the cabin was much bigger than I remembered. The weather for the week was perfect and our family of 5 was outside hiking, biking, and swimming everyday. The cabin was always cooler than expected and gave us tons of space so each kid could have some alone time. Lots of meals, snacks, and games were played on the outdoor teak dining table. Next trip will be winter for the kids to experience a very special place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very magical place, spent my birthday relaxing on the screened in porch, the cabin filled with Adirondack charm and details, naturally cool . A perfect vacation place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Vacation!

Stunning cabin! Remote location/wildlife/river so peaceful, truly a dream come true!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Place was amazing, would be happy to stay there permanently 😁

Best, most peaceful break my wife and I have ever had!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Cabin in the woods

This cabin was everything we wanted for a relaxing vacation. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked, beds were comfortable, and it was impeccably clean. There is so much to around the outside of teh cabin as well as local towns nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Feeling Lucky

To be able to stay in a 94 year old cabin that was as perfect as this one we feel lucky or honored. We wanted remote relaxation and boy this fit the bill. It was within 25 minutes of great restaurants and we were bowled over with the scenery. We’ve been coming to Placid for forty years but never did much up it this area. The views were spectacular. The trails at the cabin were well maintained and we would have liked to have fished but it was 90 and they did not recommend fishing in such warm temperatures. The porch, the swing, the picnic table area, the eagles fishing down on the river and of course the cabin itself, just unreal! I would love to know the history of this cabin.,,, just imagine what it was like when it was built in 1928!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a wonderful secluded cabin. A unique experience to live in a cabin.

I will recommend to anyone who likes secluded , water front with all amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent.

Our stay was even better than expected. If you want alone time, this is for you. The cabin was so cozy and warm and everything you need is provided. Thank you Deerlands. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded getaway

This is a really magical property—I’ve never seen anything quite like it. I had a real sense of history there; I felt a bit outside of time. And yet it’s very comfortable, with all the amenities you could hope for. (The phone signal is a little sketchy sometimes, but that’s not surprising.) The road in was sometimes a little treacherous when there was ice and snow, but it was well-maintained. (When they say you should have 4-wheel drive, believe them!) The fireplace was wonderful. When I first walked in, there was a fire cracking away and, unexpectedly, a Christmas tree. I’ve never felt so welcome. The photos don’t really feature the kitchen or bathroom, but both are great. The kitchen is big and well set up, with a comfortable eating area; the bathroom has a glorious claw foot tub. I wholeheartedly recommend this place, if you’re looking for a little magic.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Classic Cabin

Two+ miles down a dirt driveway brings you to a classic log cabin on the bank of the Ausable River. You want to be alone? You got it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secret Gem!

The property was a rustic, quaint, authentic stay! The downside to writing a good review is it can attract more guests, and I would love nothing more than for this cabin to remain a secret!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Piece of Heaven

Absolutely wonderful. Better than advertised. Jim a check/in was terrific
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Picture perfect north country stay

If you are looking to put the phone away and get away this is the spot! I don’t know why they don’t show pictures of the kitchen and bathroom because they are updated and have all the creature comforts you would look for
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cabin in the woods

Property is historic and rustic. Our cats loved the noises in the cottage and even caught a few critters. Some confusion with property management about longer term stay ( 4 weeks in our case) cleaning arrangements. Renters need to confirm terms for cleaning before engaging the cleaners.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Getaway

This cabin was everything we had imagined and more. It is truly rustic and lovely, surrounded by many interesting trails to explore. From the fireplace to the cute and cozy decor, it made for a warm welcome and wonderful stay. This place is relaxing and beautiful! Was missing it as soon as we were driving away. Would absolutely recommend, and would love to go back someday :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adirondack cabin

Historic Adirondack cabin. Delightful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and tranquil!

Loved every minute we spent. Could not have picked a better spot, thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway cabin

This is a fantastic property if you want to get away to a secluded location. The cabin is as advertised - an authentic Adirondack log cabin with tons of history and charm. Rustic, clean and comfortable. Jim the caretaker was great - very helpful and accommodating. I highly recommend reaching out to him for any questions or help you need for your stay. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Really great

We loved our stayed and couldn’t be happier with the service provided. This is really a diamond in a rough . If you’re looking for peace and contact with nature. This is the place to be. I’ll be back in the summer for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

A mostly quiet and rustic log cabin

As advertised, this is a restored log cabin in the woods. For those seeking some privacy away from the crowded areas of Lake Placid this may do the trick. But a few notes that may make a difference that we were not aware of when booking. The cabin is down a very very long dirt road from the main road. This was inconvenient when making trips in and out of the property, especially at night. Also, this dirt road is shared with a logging road so you have to beware of large trucks. Because of the logging, and the fact that the cabin is across from a road despite the long road in, it is not as quiet as we expected. Even on weekends. The amenities of the cabin were nice, having a modern kitchen and bath were key while having the rustic other features. WiFi was unreliable for those needing it beyond occasional or casual use.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely wonderful place to stay.

Perfect cabin on the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018