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The Fern Lodge
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  • Guest Room "Pine"; A magnificent king-size re-claimed barn beam bed in a cozy log cabin motif in front of a beautiful stone fireplace greets you. The luxury bath features a two-person steam shower with deluge shower head and body sprays and a two-person deep soaking Jacuzzi tub.

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  • Inn Details

    In the midst of the majestic Adirondack Mountains, overlooking pristine Friends Lake, there stands a wondrous Guesthouse where luxurious lodgings, sumptuous beds, indulgent baths and unforgettable breakfasts join in an atmosphere of rustic elegance and lakeside living. The Lodge's five intimate guest rooms are uncommonly comfortable ~ both rustic and elegant, even magnificent. All guest rooms have king-size beds, large stone fireplaces and wonderful lake and/or mountain views, all have private luxury baths with deep-soaking Jacuzzi tubs, all rooms have a small wet-bar and refrigerator and television. The nightly rate includes an unforgettable breakfast, nightly turndown service, Wi-Fi and a variety of on-site activities. Within the lodge, enjoy relaxing in the mission-influenced classically elegant Adirondack Great room with vaulted log ceilings and magnificent stone fireplace or in the evening gather round the out door fireplace on the screened in porch. The ground floor that walks out to the lake features many relaxing sitting areas, a pool table, the wine cellar, a game table, a nine-person theatre, a sauna and exercise equipment (Bowflex, free-weights, an elliptical, medicine ball, swiss ball). Our 70- acre wooded property borders on pristine Friends Lake. Use our Kayaks or lounge in the sun before a dip in the lake. The lake is well-known for small mouth bass fishing. There is very nice hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing right here on the property. Our beautiful 24’ ELCO electric launch is used for a late afternoon boat tour of Friends Lake complete with beverages and hors d’oeuvres.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Skiing, hiking, biking, cooking, wine

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • honeymoons and elopements

    • unique, ultra luxury, lakeside getaway

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Fitness

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Turndown Service

    • Wet bar

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • steam shower

    • 9-person theatre

    • sauna

    • beach and boathouse

    • lakeside firepit

    • Hot tub under the stars

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  • Hot Deal: Mid-week Snow Day-Downhill Ski at Gore Mountain

    • 2/15/2012 - 2/22/2012
    • Regular rate:$478
    • Savings:27%
    • Discount rate:$350

    Receive two all-day/all-lift ticket to nearby Gore Mountain ski area with each midweek overnight stay reserved. Includes a romantic room with roaring fireplace, steam shower, jaccuzzi, balcony overlooking Friends Lake, and full skiers breakfast in the morning.

    Guest Room "Pine"

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $250/$350

    Guest Room "Cedar"

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $325/$425

    Guest Room "Birch"

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $425/$525

    Guest Room"Oak"

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $295/$395

    Guest Room "Forest"

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $0/$595

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: not specific    Check out: not specific

    • Deposit amount required: We do request a deposit by check or credit card number to confirm your stay. To confirm a reservation of one night, a 100% deposit is requested.

    • Cancellations: If a cancellation is made 14 days or more prior to your arrival date, you may elect to either apply the entire amount of your deposit towards a future stay within the next year or receive a refund of your deposit less a $50 handling fee. If a cancellation is made less than 14 days prior to your arrival date, no refund will be possible regardless of the reason. Should it be necessary for you to depart earlier than your confirmed reservation dates, you will be responsible for all of the original room nights booked from your intended stay.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: All rooms have one king-size bed

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8-10

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area, Guest room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate

    Special meal options

    • Wood-fired pizza

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  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Lakeside

    • Mountains

    City

    • Glens Falls

    • Distance to city: 25 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Albany and Points South (4 ½ hours from NYC) Take the NY Thruway to exit 24 in Albany and take exit 1N (after the toll) to I-87 North (the Adirondack "Northway"). Drive approx. 1 1/2 hours, take exit 25 *(Chestertown/Brant Lake). Make a LEFT off the exit ramp onto Route 8 WEST. Drive 3 ½ miles, then make a LEFT onto Friends Lake Road. Bear right at the fork, drive 1 mile, then make a RIGHT onto the continuation of Friends Lake Road. After passing Friends Lake Inn, take your 2nd left (Indian Springs Road is the first Road) onto Hill Park Road. Go almost to the end. Take a right on Fiddlehead Bay Road. Go over the bridge, stay to the right- we are the last one in. Brown House with army green trim.

    Airport

    • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany County) 75 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Albany and Points South (4 ½ hours from NYC) Take the NY Thruway to exit 24 in Albany and take exit 1N (after the toll) to I-87 North (the Adirondack "Northway"). Drive approx. 1 1/2 hours, take exit 25 *(Chestertown/Brant Lake). Make a LEFT off the exit ramp onto Route 8 WEST. Drive 3 ½ miles, then make a LEFT onto Friends Lake Road. Bear right at the fork, drive 1 mile, then make a RIGHT onto the continuation of Friends Lake Road. After passing Friends Lake Inn, take your 2nd left (Indian Springs Road is the first Road) onto Hill Park Road. Go almost to the end. Take a right on Fiddlehead Bay Road. Go over the bridge, stay to the right- we are the last one in. Brown House with army green trim.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Outlet Stores

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Fern Lodge 8/10

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Beautiful setting, lake and lodge are relaxing. Sharon and Greg as innkeepers are relaxed, welcoming and gracious. They arranged a wonderful first night dinner for us at a nearby superb restaurant and an in room massage for two later in the week.

    kayaking weedend & A wounderful time at the Fern Lodge!!!!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    From the moment you enter Fern Lodge there is a warm feeling of welcome! A meandering path down to the boat house brings one to a place of quiet beauty on the shores of Friends Lake.

    Serene escape

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My husband and I stayed one night for our anniversary. We live right here in the Adirondacks but always enjoyed the Friends Lake Inn which Greg and Sharon previously owned. This was far superior! Unfortunately, the Taylors were away on a much deserved vacation. However, they left their Inn in wonderful hands. I wish I can remember the woman's name but she was fabulous! Sharon left a bottle of wine in our room with a lovely note for our anniversary. It was such a wonderful get-a-way even though it was only a few miles down the road from our home. I highly recommend the Fern Lodge and look forward to staying again in the future.

    Romantic Solitude

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    let me say that my husband and I were stunned when we arrived at the Fern Lodge. We had seen the pics on the net and new it was going to be nice, but when we arrived into this heavenly solitude it was breathtaking. Nestled in the Adirondacks right on friends Lake made for a wonderful romantic weekend. The rooms were exquisite. massive king size bed with ulta soft sheet bedding. A beautiful gas fireplace right in our room set the mood. My favorite was the two person jacuzzi in the room, you want to talk relaxing, you have to experience it. My husband and I love to hike and there is endless areas to hike around around the property, We even were able to take a day in skiing at Gore which is only 15 minutes away. Sharon & Greg were such the gracious hosts. Sharon prepared each morning an amazing breakfast which was fuel for our day. Sharon also set up dinner reservations for us at the Friends lake Inn. Like I said a++.. My husband and I are looking forward to returning in the summer so we can take advantage of the Kyaking offered and a ride on Sharon & Greg's electric boat

    Fabulous Hidden Treasure

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Sharon and Greg have thought of ever detail in this lodge. The Fern Lodge is luxurious and so relaxing. We definitely will be back!

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