DESCRIPTION
Charming original 1920's cottage, set in secluded woods on the edge of  quiet and pristine Lake Clear, with views of mountains and sunsets, 190' of landscaped waterfront and birch trees right outside your bedroom and living-room windows. The cottage is 1,100 square feet in area. The living / dining area is unique, with aged hand-hewn pine crossbeams and walls. Large picture windows face the lake. A cast-iron wood-burning stove warms the room in minutes on chilly mornings.

The master bedroom has a half bath, full-size double bed, closet, dresser, and an upright 1910 piano; the second bedroom has a full-size double bed, closet, two dressers and a desk. Both these bedrooms face the lake. The third bedroom has two sets of bunkbeds, a dresser and a closet. Off a hallway lined with books is a full bathroom, with shower/tub. 

The living room has a queen sleeper sofa, two comfy swivel armchairs, a deep-cushioned armchair (large enough to cuddle up with a child and a storybook), an antique leather armchair, an upholstered antique rocker and a modern upholstered glider. The dining area has a hand-made pine table, that can seat eight. The separate kitchen is fully equipped with stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and rotisserie grill. 

The spacious back deck faces the woods. There is large umbrella-shaded table (seating up to 8) for pancake breakfasts! Since the lakefront faces west, it is sunny all afternoon. Try your hand at croquet. Spend a quiet afternoon reading in one of the roomy Adirondack chairs, and then dine al fresco at the lakeside picnic table, watching the sun set and listening to the loons calling across the lake. A blue heron will often wing by to a favorite evening fishing spot. Later, stroll out to the front lawn and gaze up at the Milky Way. No streetlights here!

Lake Clear is known for its crystalline waters, its sandy lake-bottom, its fishing, and its wildlife (loons, blue herons, mergansers). Much of the lakeshore is state land and is undeveloped. There is no public boat launch site, and there is almost no motorboat or jet ski traffic. Our shore in Lake Clear slopes very gently, so that the swimming area is perfect for children. 

Canoes and kayaks can be rented five-minutes away at MAC's Canoe Livery. Drive ten minutes into picturesque Saranac Lake for great Mexican food at Casa del Sol or pasta at Little Italy. High quality summer community theater is offered at Pendragon, and concerts, both indoor and outdoor, are ongoing. Do not miss the region's best soft ice cream at Donnelly's Corners on the way home. 

Lake Placid is 20 minutes away, with great restaurants and shops, and a movie theater. The Lake Placid Center for the Arts has theater, dance, music, exhibits, and weekly film series. The Olympic Center offers ice skating shows with internationally acclaimed skaters. Annual regional events include the Horse Show, the Ironman competition, the Can-Am rugby tournament, and a host of smaller events.

Hike up St. Regis Mountain for spectacular views over the Canoe Wilderness Area. Visit the Adirondack Visitor Interpretive Center at Paul Smith's for quiet paths along a bog. Stop off at Paul Smith's College and visit the impressive Joan Weill Library. Mountain bike along the old railroad beds and overgrown paths, watching for deer and foxes. Canoe or kayak the Saranac River.

Can you tell how much we love this place? We think you will too.

AMENITIES
Waterfront, water access, scenic view, dock, woodstove, outdoor grill, equipped kitchen, deck, telephone, television (no reception), VCR, DVD player, stereo, beach.

OWNER'S CONTACT INFORMATION
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Owner's email address: sylviaef@aol.com    

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