Ampersand Bay Resort

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December 2024

January 2025

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside | Exterior

Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View | Terrace/patio

Premium Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Lakeside | Living area

Premium Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Lakeside | In-room dining

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Parking included

Bar

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Dewey Mountain Recreation Center
15 min walk
Adirondack Carousel
4 min drive
Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station
4 min drive
Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)
14 min drive

Room options

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

102 sq m
Resort view
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside

Lake view
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View

Sleeps 6
2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside

Lake view
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

Lake view
Sleeps 6
4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Lake view
Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View

Sleeps 8
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View

Partial lake view
Sleeps 6
2 Twin Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside

Lake view
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Pool

Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

On a private sand beach, near Dewey Mountain Recreation Center

At Ampersand Bay Resort, hit the private sand beach where you can enjoy yoga, then dine onsite at Sunset Bistro.

Ampersand Bay Resort offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Accommodations at this 3.5-star lodge have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. This Saranac Lake lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

A private beach and a marina are featured at the lodge.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Ampersand Bay Resort, you're just a quick walk from Adirondack Park. Free self parking, a restaurant, and a marina are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like an off-leash area.

Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free self parking
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Sunset Bistro, a bistro with a beachfront location
Amenities include a meeting room and laundry facilities
Onsite recreation includes a private beach, volleyball, and kayaking
15 minutes by foot from Dewey Mountain Recreation Center and a 4-minute drive from Adirondack Carousel
Dogs welcome for a fee
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-leash area

Step outside to unwind on the sand beach. Have fun in the sun at Ampersand Bay Resort with summer activities like kayaking, motor boating, and rowing/canoeing.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Saranac Lake lodge.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and public transport

Free uncovered self-parking on site
On-site parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

1 restaurant
1 bar

Restaurants on site

Sunset Bistro

Things to do

Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Bike parking
Boating
Canoeing
Fishing
Kayaking
Motor-boating
Paddleboards on-site
Snowshoeing
Volleyball

Family friendly

Dining table
Full-sized fridge
Kitchen
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Separate dining area

Conveniences

Banquet hall

Guest services

Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Ski passes
Virtual front desk

Business services

A meeting room

Outdoors

BBQ grill(s)
Beach loungers
Dock
Firepit
Marina on site
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Private beachfront location

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas

Boat/paddles on site
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Separate bath and shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels

Entertainment

35-inch TV

Food and drink

Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining room
Dining table
Dishwasher
Freezer
Ice maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Fridge
Stovetop
Toaster

Access via exterior corridors
Guidebooks/recommendations
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Guests will receive an email 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
Only dogs are allowed
An off-leash area is available
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.

Property Registration Number 71632176

Property is also known as

Ampersand Bay Resort Lodge

Ampersand Bay Resort Saranac Lake

Ampersand Bay Resort Lodge Saranac Lake

Ampersand Bay Resort Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family

31 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It was a beautiful setting, cabin was rustic as described and wonderful. Loved every minute.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Allan, Gateshead

Travelled with family

27 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Xiaowei

Travelled with family

18 Aug 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The property felt and was so dirty. The towels had patches of abnormal yellow hues. The shower floor was covered with a mat and that was growing mold. Upon arriving at the property, the exterior was very run down and the entire cabin had a musty, rotting smell.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness

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.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

24 Jul 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Samira

Travelled with family

22 Jul 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This place needs very deep clearing it was dirt and sand on the floor spiders everywhere, bugs on the bed and sheets the bathroom sink was clogged, under the beds were disaster seemed like it wasn’t vacuumed for very long time

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Travelled with family

14 Jul 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

29 May 2024

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family

26 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed the spacious cabin and the access to boats and the lake!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with group

6 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great views and great boat access. We'll definitely be returning.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family

23 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lake Saranac

We enjoyed our stay at the Oak house. View of lake and very roomy. Perfect for long weekend getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharla

Travelled with family

3 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with group

20 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very cozy townhouse. Will stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful cabin!

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhuoyu

Travelled with family

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

DENISE

Travelled with family

17 Dec 2023

Liked: Room comfort

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Eugene

Travelled with family

10 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!