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Ampersand Bay Resort

3.5 star property
Beachfront lodge with restaurant, near Dewey Mountain Recreation Center

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Stunning log cabin-style building with multiple balconies and a beautifully manicured lawn.
Cozy cabin-style room with a dining area featuring a wooden table and bench, a wooden ceiling with a unique light fixture, and a large window.
Cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, TV, and comfortable seating area.
Enjoy the serene lake views from this cabin's outdoor deck, complete with a round table and comfortable seating for four.
Situated by a calm body of water, this building offers a balcony with views of the surrounding area.
Ampersand Bay Resort, nestled near Adirondack Carousel and Dewey Mountain Recreation Center, offers a tranquil retreat with a marina, firepit, and private beach. Soak up the sun on loungers or enjoy beachfront dining at Sunset Bistro. On-site activities include motor boating and snowshoeing while in-room WiFi keeps you connected.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • On a private beach
  • Marina
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Ski passes
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
  • Volleyball

Feel at home (6)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
$330 nightly
The total price is $373
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 1097 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

View all photos for Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside | 3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
31 Bayside Dr, Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, NY, 12983

What's nearby

  • Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lake Flower - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Bartok Cabin - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Olympic Center - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Mirror Lake - 19 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 14 min drive
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nori s, Good Food Naturally - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Donnelly's Ice Cream - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Asian Buffet Hibachi & Sushi - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Romano's Saranac Lanes - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ampersand Bay Resort

A great choice for a stay in Saranac Lake, Ampersand Bay Resort features a marina. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Sunset Bistro, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for dinner.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 25
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 25
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Ski passes
  • Beach yoga
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Canoe
  • Motor boating
  • Snowshoeing
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Fishing
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Bicycle parking
  • Marina
  • Banquet hall
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 35-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Dining table
  • Paper towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Dining

Sunset Bistro - This beachfront bistro specializes in local and international cuisine and serves brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day

Policies

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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 71632176

Also known as

Ampersand Bay Resort Lodge
Ampersand Bay Resort Saranac Lake
Ampersand Bay Resort Lodge Saranac Lake

Frequently asked questions

Does Ampersand Bay Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ampersand Bay Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ampersand Bay Resort?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at Ampersand Bay Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ampersand Bay Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Ampersand Bay Resort and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy onsite recreation like snowshoeing and return when the snow melts for kayaking and rowing. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Enjoy amenities like a private beach and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Ampersand Bay Resort?

Yes, Sunset Bistro offers beachfront dining and local and international cuisine.

Does Ampersand Bay Resort have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a jetted bathtub.

Does Ampersand Bay Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.

Does Ampersand Bay Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio and a yard.

What's the area around Ampersand Bay Resort like?

Ampersand Bay Resort is located on the waterfront, a short 15-minute walk from Dewey Mountain Recreation Center.

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Ampersand Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The beach area was well-tended, with a stocked fire pit, canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards available for use, offering a quiet and beautiful view. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice property.
Sue, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was awesome.
Sue, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location of the resort is stunning. The facilities were excellent : lots of boats, life jackets and sand toys. The staff worked hard to accommodate us and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay.
7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful setting, cabin was rustic as described and wonderful. Loved every minute.
Edward, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great views and great boat access. We'll definitely be returning.
Jason, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful cabin!

We love staying at the Balsam cabin, such a clean and beautiful place! Thank you for another awesome trip.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy townhouse. Will stay again
Victoria, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed in the rustic cabin. Accommodations were good. I expected a real oven but the counter top convection oven served the purpose. Overall happy with everything.
Allan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is beautiful! We stayed in the Beach cabin and it was perfect. Really big and spacious. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back soon!
rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy!

Beautiful cabin! So relaxing and cozy. We very much enjoyed our time there.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Been coming for years, love it hear
Bonnie, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect for our fishing trip for those who chose not to camp
Timothy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is great. We went kayaking and really enjoyed it. The property is clean, very beautiful wooden structure.
Rene, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful spot on the lake

Beautiful spot on the lake! We stayed in a rustic cabin, which was fine for 2 nights. Parking was next to the cabin so very easy to unload the car. There are kayaks and canoes for guests to use, as well as life jackets available.
holly, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The townhouse itself was clean, however, there was laundry in washer, many insects on rugs, (which we vacuumed), and fireplace did not work
donna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay with an amazing view. Could use some better cleaning practices. Cobwebs, leftover lipstick on a wine glass, ect. Otherwise great place to stay and only 15 from lake placid.
Bill, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great Adirondack retreat!

We stayed here for a family vacation and the place was great! I’m sure it’s different in the summer, and definitely a winter oasis. The only downsize was there wasn’t hot water in the shower downstairs it was warm but not scorching your skin hot like my husband likes! the basement where the two bedrooms were was cold but once you put on the space heaters they were cozy. The upstairs king room was “quite the room” and we called it all weekend. Such an Adirondack retreat. We’d love to go back!
Eugene, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Ampersand Bay was amazing - it was a special pleasure to have such a well tended beach area, with a stocked fire pit for an evening fire and access to canoes, kayaks and paddle boards whenever we wanted to use the water. The quiet and beautiful view were amazing. The cabin was spotlessly clean and well equipped except - no kettle or coffee maker! That was the only thing that was lacking.
Natalie, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Do not under any circumstances book the Rustic Cottages. Very seedy and need to be shut down. Fairly clean but so run down I’m surprised they pass inspection. Too many issues to list. Maybe the new cottages are ok and the setting is nice but I can’t say anything good about the Rustic Cottages!!
Mary, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

the lake view of the property is breathtaking, especially when you work up early in the morning. the location is convenient, 5 minutes to grocery and gas, 10 miles to lake Placid. it’s more quiet. there’s complementary kayaks, paddle board for the kids. Boats for rental is brand new and stuff very friendly. there’s live music on sat afternoon. taking a glass of wine by the lake front with camp fire, while kids playing right at the private, what else can you ask for a vacation? only one downside, the first night we arrived has no hot water. the property stopped by even it was late in the evening and they fixed it early the next morning. there’s steam room inside the main bathroom, so not too bad taking a cold shower. however, the dryer has no heat, so we can’t dry the kids wet clothes. this is the only complaint. otherwise, super good value staying here and much better than the crowded town. I highly recommend it.

8/10 Very good

We stayed in Herron Townhouse #6 during extreme cold weather. -30 overnight the first night. The wind was strong and we immediately noticed the home was drafty. We used the propane fire place to help heat the house. The twmperature inside barely hit a high of 58. That was surprising since these townhomes were built 15-ish years ago. The townhouse had nice furnishings and plenty of blankets. The overall townhouse was not level. When you walked in the front door and walked straught ahead to the main living space, you had to walk on an incline of a few inches. Then from the main door into the 1st floor bedroom the floors slanted off in that direction. This occurred on the 2nd floor as well. Which messed with my virtigo the first day. This was a negative in our stay, but not a reflection of the staff, cleaniness, or anything else in how we liked the overnight accommodations. We would stay on property again, just not in this particular townhome.
Tiffany, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

The area itself and the lake are very beautiful. We really enjoyed kayaking and canoeing. However, as other reviews have noted, there are definitely some customer service issues. The main page on the website incorrectly claims that all of the rooms are air conditioned. When we arrived, it was an 85° day, and there was only one working fan in the entire three bedroom cabin. I texted and called the office and the after hours line, but never heard back. My husband ended up going out and spending $80 on two fans. The next day I called again several times before I reached someone, and they to put in a window unit for air-conditioning quickly, but it took a lot of work to get ahold of someone. The lake is not really swimmable. My children were able to wade in up to their knees, but after that it was filled with thick black seaweed that came all the way to the surface. We ended up going offsite in order to swim. Many of the amenities on the website were not available. In addition to the air conditioning issue, there were no paddle boards, which were advertised. The website also advertises yoga on the beach, but when I asked the office about it, the woman said she had never heard of it. This is technically a private lake, but on our last day a group of about 60 middle schoolers arrived on a field trip. Because of the size of the beach and limited amenities, we were unable to use the beach at all.
Kelly, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dariusz, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nicole, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Such a nice relaxing weekend! Felt right at home! Will be back in the future!
Hannah, 2-night trip