There are places you can find on a map, and others you can only reach with luck or Ruby Slippers…read more "The N" is ruby slippers all the way -- over-the-rainbow magical. The elements are easy enough to list: fabulous swimmable lake, fresh vegetables within walking distance, lots of hiking, farmer's market in town once a week, easy places to grill, many points of interest (a drive to an abandoned iron mine for the history minded, or visit the ladies that make goat cheese and pet a goat). And a sky filled with billions and billions of stars... but other places can make similar claims. As you see from the other reviews, many guests have fallen under the special spell of the place's enchantment long ago, and are drawn back. Me too, now.

The N has been a family vacation spot for me since I was 6 months old. I love it here! Fresh air,…read moreout doors, it's really is a retreat away from the busy life that I have currently. The cabins are always kept nicely, the staff are extremely friendly and will do anything to make their guest's truly amazing. There is a swimming area in their private lake, row boats for each cabin, a tennis court, ping pong tables, a swing set for adults and kids, and of course beautiful hiking trails. The N is a magical and special place that anyone can enjoy and I hope to share it with more guests in the future.

I truly wish I had been able to see this venue in person before my son and future daughter-in-law…read moreput down a deposit for their February wedding. Unfortunately, I am not local, and by the time I visited, the decision had already been made. From start to finish, the experience fell far short of expectations. The venue itself is in need of updates and a thorough deep cleaning. The carpets were dingy, cobwebs were visible in corners, the windows were extremely drafty (guests seated near them were uncomfortable), and overall, the space felt outdated and in need of maintenance. One of the most concerning issues was the condition of the ceremony site. During our August visit to the site, we were assured by the wedding coordinator, that the outdoor area would be fully cleared of snow and ice. That did not happen. The exact spot where the ceremony took place and where guests were seated was still very icy (see photo), creating unsafe conditions. Watching my daughter-in-law carry my 14-month-old granddaughter across ice to reach her seat was stressful and completely avoidable. Clearing that area would not have required extensive effort. If a venue chooses to host outdoor winter weddings in Upstate New York, it should be fully prepared to maintain safe conditions and follow through on commitments. The placement of ceremony chairs under the deck was another issue. Guests had to endure people walking above them and ice falling intermittently. The chairs were not supposed to be under the deck but failure to remove the ice resulted in yet another commitment by the wedding coordinator that was not met. The rental properties affiliated with the venue were also disappointing -- dark, outdated, and priced significantly higher than comparable short-term rentals in the area. We ultimately rented a beautiful lakefront home through VRBO that comfortably accommodated 20 people and exceeded expectations. The rehearsal experience was equally frustrating. After standing around for over 20 minutes waiting to begin, I approached the coordinator to ask what we were waiting for, as everyone had arrived. I was told she was "lining people up," though no visible progress had been made. Ultimately, I felt compelled to step in to keep things moving. The wedding procession timing was also off, which added unnecessary stress to what should have been a joyful moment. This was the result of the chairs not being in the place they were supposed to be (due to the ice not being removed). Overall, the staff did not demonstrate the level of hospitality one expects for such an important life event, especially the wedding coordinator. The service felt disengaged rather than welcoming and attentive. Finally, the food was mediocre--overly salty, vegetables undercooked, and several appetizers tasted like they endured some freezer burn. The rehearsal dinner catering we got from Market 32 way surpassed the wedding food from the Lodge and was a very small fraction of the cost. A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime (very expensive) event, and expectations for safety, professionalism, cleanliness, and hospitality are not unreasonable. Unfortunately, this venue did not meet those standards.

My wife and I were in the area for the Thurman Maple Days, and this location was selected to…read moreoperate the pancake breakfasts that were quasi-part of the tour. It is a nice location on a lake, though in March with the steam coming up from the ground we couldn't see much. Once we got inside, we were allowed to pick our table (8-person round tables) and had the opportunity to order 2 or 3 pancake breakfasts for $10/$12. We were actually warned by our server not to pick the larger breakfast option because it would be too much. We listened to his advice and found ourselves minutes later with two large (and very thick) pancakes and two frozen sausage links. I really like thick, stodgy pancakes and these were like eating four thinner ones. Maple syrup, a highlight of the tour, was real but came in tiny containers (likely to prevent waste... can't blame them). Orange juice, coffee, and water were available to drink. The food was good but the location seemed out of the way (even for this area, where everything seems out of the way) and there was little ambiance to the place. Some variety for the breakfast (eggs, cocoa, bacon) would have been appreciated. However, while driving around it I was able to see their cabins and I bet they would be fun to relax in over a weekend with a good book. I must remember that for the future.

We've stayed at the Summit multiple times over the years during the winter, spring, summer and…read morealways had comfortable stays. Whether you're skiing at nearby Gore Mountain or whitewater rafting on the Hudson, returning to a nice warm condo to relax with a cold beer is a huge comfort. When we have a big group for skiing, I always try to get the 4 bedroom units, but there are only 2 of them, so the earlier you book the better. They're not true 4BR because they are really 2 units with 3+1BR with an adjoining door and 2 entrances. The unit rental rate is pricey, but that's to be expected on a holiday weekend during ski season. On the plus side, you have 2 living rooms, 2 kitchens and 3 1/2 baths which makes a big difference when you're cooking dinner or trying to get everybody ready to go out to the slopes in the morning. Both units also have gas outdoor grills if you want to throw on some steaks after a long day on the slopes. Just be sure to put on all your ski gear if you're manning the grill and it's 0 degrees when the sun goes down. The office and clubhouse building is only a short walk away. Some of the individual units have WiFi if the owner is nice enough to have it installed, but it's available in the clubhouse if you really need it. There is also a swimming pool, foosball, billiards and table tennis. The office even sells discount lift tickets for Gore if you want to save a couple of bucks off the mountain price.

We booked a townhouse for the long weekend, and it was pretty close to perfect…read more Minutes away from Gore Mountain, it was one of the best places to stay and be close enough to get there. You could drive, but there is also a shuttle. The price for the two bedroom town house was not cheap, but the comfort factor made up for it. It has a full kitchen, with lots of dishes, cooking utensils , pots and pans. Even a blender! Anything you can dream of, with more than enough serveware which was nice. There's also a dishwasher which made life easier. Living, dining and kitchen were open concept, large dining table and a flat screen tv. Upstairs were two bedrooms , the master with ensuite and shared hot tub. I was surprised how clean the place was, everything was spotless and seemed like it was left just for us. No one bugged us for the three days we were there which was nice, but you could have requested a change of sheets, more towels if you wanted to. The office down the way, had a pool and maps and thing but we didn't use any of them. The only 2 complaints was that they couldn't give us the Wifi password and seemed to be only available in the office ( a huge downer for us roaming canadians) and for some reason we couldn't regulate the temperature consistently (either too hot or too cold) Otherwise the stay was really enjoyable, and couldn't have asked for more in accommodations. For those that dont feel like skiing, North Creek town about 5 mins away has a great bakery and antique shop!

Smells like dead rat. I informed the manager, who pretended he couldn't smell it. I found out later…read morethree others complained of the smell this weekend. Was freezing cold...all the windows had been left open, probably due to the dead rat. Kitchen has no bowels, plates, cups, glasses, silverware of any kind. When I asked for these things, I was told there was a dollar store nearby. Ceilings are very low. Beds are hard as rock. Blankets are thin. Walls are made of some weird plastic that moves with the slightest touch. Tv looks like it's from the 80's. Furniture could be 80 years old. Frount door only partly opens, due to the building meaning. Curtains don't block people outside from looking in.

Great place. Rustic cabins, lots of charm. We had 17 people, counting infants, in 3 cabins. Located…read moreat the end of the place and all together. Rob who runs the place is great. Very attentive, personable and checked in on us several times a day. He even had a bonfire for us in the back one night. Highly recommend this place. Would definitely stay here again