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DESCRIPTION
Serenity.
Wilderness. Rustic luxury. These are the words that
best describe our year-round log home on Osgood
Pond, a secluded lake at Paul Smiths, 10 miles north
of Saranac Lake.
Thanks for considering Twin
Pines. First, we want to mention several important
things you should know. Twin Pines is a year-round
rental with three bedrooms and two full baths. It can
accommodate a maximum of six guests. Pets and smoking
are not permitted. We’re sorry, but we cannot make
exceptions to these policies. We hope we can meet your
needs.
This description is designed to take you
on a tour of Twin Pines, but if you have additional
questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Twin
Pines fills up early, so please check availability by
clicking here.
AVAILABILITY
CALENDAR
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check available dates for this rental.
Osgood Pond from the dock
Twin Pines has almost four acres of forest, without
another house in view, and 575 feet of lakefront on a
sheltered cove. Osgood Pond, described by The New
York Times as "a pristine mountain
lake," is 1-1/2 miles long, with much of its
shoreline forever-wild state land. Bald eagles, loons,
otters and beavers make their home here. Several old
great camps, one of them the summer residence of
Calvin Coolidge, add historic charm to the lake. At
the waterfront, you’ll find a dock, canoe, two
kayaks, rowboat
and a shallow, sandy swimming area for kids.
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The fireplace and
Great Room
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The kitchen area
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As you enter the house, you are struck by the
two-story window wall overlooking woods and lake and
by the massive stone fireplace. You’re in the great
room, a paneled expanse that includes a
well-equipped kitchen with island, the eating area,
the living area with leather seating, and sliding
glass doors to a deck across the length of the house.
The decorating, paintings, taxidermy, and
collectibles are Adirondack rustic. In the loft you'll
find a compact stereo, iPod dock, TV with basic cable
(15 channels) and a DVD/VCR player. The house has
WI-FI high-speed internet access (bring your own
laptop).
The master bedroom suite is large but intimate,
with its own stone fireplace, four-poster queen bed
and walk-in closet. French doors lead to a huge
bathroom with double whirlpool tub. On the other end of the
house, you’ll find the airy Loon Room with queen
bed, the cozy Fish Room with twin beds, and a second
bathroom. The rooms are named for their decor.
The screened gazebo off
the deck, overlooking the lake, is a comfortable
retreat to watch the woods and read a book. A new
mudroom at the front door of the house provides a
convenient place to leave you boots and gear. Other
amenities include a washer and dryer, Weber grill,
picnic table and chairs, croquet, board games, and a
sampling of Adirondack books.
Time to relax!
Twin Pines has a great location, isolated but close
to many attractions. You’re in the canoe and kayak
hub of the Adirondacks. You can paddle down Osgood’s
outlet—a wild river where you’ll often see Great Blue Heron, or up its inlet to Jones Pond,
or through its tiny canal to two other ponds. You’re
also on the edge of the St. Regis Canoe Wilderness,
dotted with motorless lakes.
The hiking is great too, from rugged mountains to
the gentle trails at the state Visitor Interpretative
Center, only two miles away. The VIC also has great
nature programs and a butterfly house. Fishing in
Osgood is good, with bass and pike the main sport
fish. And a couple of nearby ponds are noted for
trout. Interesting golf courses are within an easy
drive. Back roads and trails provide excellent biking
opportunities.
You're 20 miles from Lake Placid, with excellent restaurants
and shops, plus the Olympic facilities. Saranac Lake
offers antique, art and crafts shops. And if the peace
and quiet get to you, you're less than two hours from
Montreal.
Twin Pines in winter
We’d like to put in a plug for fall and winter at
Twin Pines. Fall, because most of the visitors are
gone and you have the lake almost to yourself. The
days are crisp and the colors glorious—perfect for
hiking.
Winter, because you’re in the middle of a
cross-country skiing paradise with miles of groomed
and wilderness trails. Snowmobile trails also abound.
Lake Placid is at its liveliest as winter sports
capital of the Northeast, with activities ranging from
bobsled to downhill skiing. After a day of play, you
can unwind in the whirlpool, warm your toes by a
fireplace, and watch snowflakes float by the glass
walls.
Twin Pines is not for everyone. If you want
speedboats or jet skis, game arcades or t-shirt shops,
outlet stores or the party life, look elsewhere. But
if you want peace, comfort, and discovery amid the
wilderness, you won't be disappointed. We hope you’ll
come and see for yourself.
FEATURES
Listing Number: 5090
Address: Paul Smiths, NY
County: Franklin
Total # of bedrooms: 3
Total # bathrooms: 2
Maximum occupancy: 6
Winter Availability: Yes
Linens provided: Yes
Smoking permitted: No
Pets considered: No
AMENITIES
Waterfront,
scenic view, dock, 2 kayaks, rowboat, canoe, two fireplaces, whirlpool
bath, screened gazebo, mud room, outdoor grill, equipped kitchen, deck,
washer/dryer, telephone, television, DVD/VCR, iPod
dock, stereo, WI-FI high-speed internet access,
Adirondack decor, firewood, loft, ceiling and room
fans.
RENTAL
RATES
| RATES* |
Weekly |
Daily
(3 night minimum except as noted) |
| Oct
13 - Dec 14, 2007 |
$1,460 |
$243 |
| Dec
15, 2007 - Jan 1, 2008 |
$1,800 |
$300 |
| Jan
2 - March 21
, 2008 |
$1,330 |
$222 |
| March
22 - May 9
, 2008 |
$1,330 |
$222 |
| May
10 - June 27
, 2008 |
$1,700 |
$283 |
| June
28 - Sept. 5, 2008
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$2,400 |
Weekly
only |
| Sept.
6 - Oct. 10
, 2008 |
$1,810 |
$302 |
| Oct.
11 - Dec. 12
, 2008 |
$1,460
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$243 |
| Dec.
13, 2008 - Jan. 1, 2009 |
$1,800 |
$300 |
*Rates are subject to change.
AVAILABILITY
CALENDAR
Click here to
check available dates for this rental.
OWNER'S
CONTACT INFORMATION
Thank you
for mentioning Adirondack "By Owner" when
you call or email.
Owner's telephone number: 407-644-2911
Owner's email address: rhall135@cfl.rr.com
Owner's personal
website for this property: http://www.geocities.com/osgoodpond03/TwinPinesPhotos1.html
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