We had a wonderful stay at the Nelson Cottages over Memorial Day Weekend…read more The cottage itself was recently updated, very clean and comfortable, and the owners couldn't have been kinder or more accommodating. (Incidentally, the water tasted great.) When we return to the Adirondacks, we won't hesitate to stay here again.

Wonderful stay! Lovely, well-appointed, clean, roomy cabins. Beautiful views. Comfortable grounds…read moreto roam with a pup. A dog and nature lover's dream. So glad we found it and look forward to returning.

I've wanted to come here for decades, seduced by the cabins, the jetted tubs, the woodstoves, and…read morethe incomparable vista of the Queen of Lakes, Lake George, right outside its doors. It's even more beautiful than I imagined. We stayed at Eagle's View, which is equipped with a full kitchen, washer and dryer, living room with gas fireplace, two-level deck, and a comfy king-sized bed. There are woods to explore in the back of the property, and the lake, of course, is right across the road. Our hosts are warm and friendly and even made sure we could watch the Super Bowl, despite licensing issues with Direct TV. I don't know why I waited so long to visit. I can promise it won't be that long next time!

What a great week we experienced at Chamlar. Everything was better than expected. This was my…read morefamily's first year staying here and we are hoping to make this yearly trip. Walking distance to town and restaurants.

Family has been coming here for years and now it's three generations! We never talk about going…read moreelsewhere either. The cottages have everything we need for a great week of fun. Bedrooms are simple, but nicely decorated and clean. The beds are very comfortable too! Kitchen has everything my mom needs when she's in the mood to cook, or my dad is just as quick to throw some burgers on the grill. The kids love the huge lawn that they can run around on and play games, while my favorite part is the screened in porch where I can watch the kids and the great view of the lake at the same time! Of course the view is better from the private beach and the whole family enjoys having a bonfire down there at least a few times during the week. Looking forward to next year already!

Brown's Beach was amazing! I enjoyed my stay. Very private. Lake view was amazing. Most relaxed…read moretrip I've had in a long time. Great ski spots around the area. Defiantly coming back !

My family had the best time staying here at Browns! The location was perfect for day trips. So…read moremuch to do close by. The town of Schroon is adorable and close (4.5 miles) and has just what you need. The house was perfect. We had 8 adults and 4 kids and MORE than enough room for all of us. We cooked in some nights, and the kitchen was fully stocked making it easy! We spent a tone of time on the beach which had everything we needed from life jackets, kayaks, firewood, chairs, etc. Everything was clean and cozy. We needed a few things and jack was very responsive and went above and beyond for us. Beautiful views, cozy house, and great location. We would definitely come back!

I Love Northern Lake George Resort! It is in the heart of nature, the property is beautiful with…read moreLakeside Access... not only do they offer accommodations, but also boat dock rental spaces, and they have a wonderful restaurant with food that is so delicious it makes your mouth water! The lounge serves incredible drinks, and offers live music that is incredible! From international musicians to local artists... it is a treat to be able to listen to this music.. they also offer paint and sip, many activities on the property including free access for guests to canoes, kayaks, and rowboats... for a day adventure on the lake and to the islands... the rooms are authentic to the time period in which they were built... while constant upgrades are happening on the property. Many families return year after year... some have been coming for 35 years or more... as well as new guests arrive to enjoy the beauty and majestic views here.. that only this property has. The experience is worth the price to stay here... even though the price to stay here is accommodating for all people... no matter their pay bracket or social class. Truly a warm and welcoming space where are all welcome and invited... and feel at home... in the Adirondacks! Many other places to stay up here do not care about you, or who you are, or do not even try to get to know you.. the owner is very personable, friendly, kind, and understanding... they also do their own fourth of July fireworks which makes the stay even more magical and wonderful! The history of the resort is amazing and so are the grounds / gardens. This place is a treasure, and a gem from history to today!

TLDR: best place to eat on the lake, make a reservation and go! Now on to the full review:…read more Thanks to the foresight of my late grandfather, my family is fortunate enough to have a camp on the northeastern shore of Lake George. Throughout life's ups and downs, I've yet to miss visiting in the summer/fall for any of my 42 years. Lake George is 32 miles long, and the northern basin (north of the "Narrows" group of islands) really is better than the southern half. Why? It's cleaner, less busy, and a lot less commercialized. The trade-off is you're a bit farther from the highways, making the trip to the nearest airports (Albany, NY or Burlington, VT) or rainy day things like the mall a little longer. The northern basin also is not chock full of lakefront restaurants and bars like the south side (Bolton and Lake George village). Anyway, that was a long preamble to Martucci's restaurant. I'll get to the point now: this isn't just the best place to eat in northern lake George, it's the best place to eat on the lake - period! They serve breakfast 7 days a week, and serve dinner Thursday - Sunday evenings 5:30 to 7:30 PM. They've got things like burgers, lamb chops, and salmon every night. There are also rotating specials like their lamb shank. My dad and I were lucky, and went on a night when lamb shank was on the menu. All I can say is: damn it's good! You won't need a knife, it's "fall off the bone" tender. The orzo it's served with is very flavorful too, I believe they cook it in the lamb juices? Rich as lamb is supposed to be, but not overly so. Dad & I agreed it's some of the best lamb we've had! Dinner also included a nice salad (forgot to take a pic) with a choice of 3 dressings: blue cheese, thousand island or oil & vinegar. We both went with blue cheese and it was very tasty. Nice and thick, definitely not from a jar. The rolls were fresh baked and served with Cabot butter, which is the best around. Soup of the day was spinach. Frankly I'm not a big spinach guy, but I had most of my serving. It had a nice flavor and was in what I think was a beef stock. My dad devoured his. We didn't have room for dessert, but they had several options available. We brought our leftovers home and enjoyed them the next day. Throw the lamb and orzo in some Corningware in a 350F oven until it's warmed through, and it's almost as good as the first night. There is also a really cool bar that'll take you back in time to what the "real Adirondacks" used to feel like. Beautiful wood bar, knotty pine paneling, and a booze selection that's more than adequate but not overwhelming. We arrived by boat and docking was a breeze. They had a staff member come out and be kindly assisted with tying up. If you're an inexperienced boater, be mindful of the navigation buoys (as you should already be on this large lake). I'd suggest making a reservation, and arriving early to enjoy a drink on their deck overlooking the lake. They've got nice grounds to walk around too. The owner Dave takes great pride in his family business. We are grateful to have such an amazing place to make new family memories - while enjoying great food amidst true Adirondack ambiance and hospitality. If you're staying in lake George village or Bolton landing, take the easy and scenic drive up Route 9N - it's well worth the visit. We can't wait to go back!

I love Terra Alta! We've been coming here for years. The simple, rustic cabins are a great break…read morefrom my regular life. The grounds are quiet and beautiful, there are plenty of kayaks and stand up paddle boards in addition to a beach for taking advantage of the lake, and there's lots of good hiking within an easy drive. Plus it's a short walk to get to the small town of Schroon with cute shops and restaurants. It's my happy place!

We came back to Terra Alta after a 25 year hiatus to celebrate a 90th birthday. The cottages were…read moreupdated but everything else was the same: the gorgeous Adirondack mountain scenery, the magnificent lake, the charming little town, the fresh, clean air. We fell back in time to a simpler, natural and relaxed time that we had missed. Thank you Terra Alta for remaining there all these years for us to experience again those precious times. .

A hidden gem in friends lake. We stayed here for one night and they literally have everything you…read morecan think of for a vacation home; outdoor jacuzzi, pool, bar, theater room, boat tour, smores, fireplace and a steam room. If you are lucky, you can spend time at outdoor jacuzzi for yourself/ your family. They also serve room-service breakfast which was delicious. The only minus points I want to mention are 1. no real fireplace (electronic fireplace) in your room (totally understood, but thought they had a real fireplace in each room from the pix we saw online. but they have like 3 real fireplaces in the property) and 2. we texted the owner the morning before we checked out to ask about the neighborhood, but we still didnt get a text back from her lol. but this place still gets 5 stars because we will definitely come back. such a cozy place and I can see that the owners really care about their property and also their customers.

R-e-l-a-x-I-n-g First time staying at a a B&B and I would…read moredefinitely do it again. This was a two night get away. The Fern Lodge is tucked away off the beaten path with no signage. It's easy to miss but that's the whole point! You're off the grid and ready for some down time. Don't plan on using the internet much while you are here. We had a hard time getting and maintaining internet service. This was great in getting us to disconnect but a bit of a nightmare when we needed to use Waze or Mapquest for directions. We arrived 40 minutes early and the inn keeper initially seemed annoyed, frazzled and somewhat terse but quickly recovered once she realized our room was ready. After a tour of the grounds and the lodge we freshened up and headed downstairs to the main area for hors d'oeuvres and cocktail hour. I envisioned this to be much more than it actually was. I can't say that it was disappointing because I never expected it to be a highlight of my stay. I was however, very surprised at what was provided given the cost of our stay. The inn keeper offered us beer and wine and gave us a plate of four deviled eggs served on a plate with paper doilies. That was the extent of the hors d'oeuvres. Nothing else was prepared and nothing else was offered. On our second evening we had a small plate of cheese and crackers. They should bill this more as a light snack vs hors d'oeuvres. But again, not a big deal. This happy hour happens each day around four. On our first night we sat in the screened in porch and enjoyed the view of the lake before heading out to dinner. The second night we sat by the fire. There were a few other couples but everyone kept to themselves and enjoyed whatever space they were in and our time still felt private. There are rooms on each level of the lodge all offering a beautiful view though not all overlook the water. The inn is beautiful and if you're focusing on the ambiance of the lodge and the natural beauty surrounding it you'll realize the deviled eggs mean nothing. Our room was spacious and included a fireplace a fire pit and a jacuzzi tub. There are multiple fire pits around the lodge and s'mores kits to enjoy. If you choose not to gaze at the lake from afar you can enjoy any of the water toys down at the dock. There are also several walking trails to burn off the s'more you ate the night before. The inn keeper was a great concierge providing us with directions as well as suggestions for food and activities. Despite having a full house we really didn't bump into the other guests much during our stay. Downstairs is a pool table, a bar, fire place, puzzles, pool table, chess board etc. the bar is an honor system where you sip and sign for whatever you consumed and it will be added to your bill. During our stay there was a family of four staying at the lodge. Their children were around 12 and 15 and played darts while we played pool. There was plenty of space for us not to get into each other's way. There are books that other guests have left if you'd like to sit back with a good read. Breakfast was multi course small plates that were beautifully presented, tasty and just the right amount of food. You can have it brought to your room or request to dine in one of many areas of the lodge. We chose a table on the second floor with a great view of the lake. It was our own little spot with no distractions. The per night cost is $$$ but well worth it to relax, reconnect or just get outside and enjoy nature.

Sorry to inform everyone, but this wonderful place has closed. 2026…read moreThe owners will be greatly missed.

Beds were comfortable, the hosts lovely and we would highly recommend. Location was also very nice.read more