Family-friendly holiday rentals in North Elba

Timber Haven Chalet

Timber Haven Chalet is a private secluded getaway for family and friends located 4 miles from downtown Lake Placid. Recent renovations of the entire home have made this a wonderful vacation spot. The location is perfect for hikers, cross-country skiers, and minutes from all Olympic venues. The main living area has hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, a gas fireplace upstairs, TV, and a fully equipped eat-in kitchen. Double slider doors open up to the rustic large deck which boasts a fantastic view of Whiteface Mountain in winter, table with fire feature and a Weber gas grill. There are 2 bedrooms on this level with queen sized beds, dresser, and a custom built cedar lined closet armoire in each bedroom. There is a full bath on this level (updated 2024). The lower level includes a gas fireplace and a Queen Bed with a Roku TV, a full bathroom with tiled shower ans soaking tub (renovated 2024). French Doors on the lower level exit to the backyard. There is a brick patio under the deck which looks out to the backyard firepit. The property has a short pathway leading to the Jackrabbit Trail for winter cross-country skiing and connects to the Craigwood Golf Course. The home is on a 2 acre wooded lot. 4 miles from Downtown Lake Placid 1.9 miles to the Olympic Ski Jumping Complex .4 miles to the Adirondack LOJ Road and excellent high peak hiking 16 miles to Whiteface Mountain Ski Center 2.8 miles to the Mt. Van Hovenberg Olympic Sports Complex Located on the Ironman bike route. Special Rate for Ironman $3000.00/week

VanHoevenberg Ridge upper level apartment.

Magnificent mountain views in the midst of the High Peaks Region and 42.7 acre zoning, six miles from Lake Placid Village's traffic and bustle; this upper level suite features queen master bedroom plus second bedroom with double bed, and Jack and Jill bath, fully equipped kitchen, cathedral dining and living rooms. Relax and enjoy mountain sunsets from hot tub on deck. All-wheel drive needed to manage 1,000-foot paved private drive in winter. North Elba Short Term Rental Permit # STR-200360

Private Modern Cabin in Keene

Stay in a quiet modern cabin centrally located on a country road in Keene, Home of the High Peaks in the Adirondacks. Only 15/20min drive to all main attractions: Lake Placid, Whiteface, Adirondack Loj and Marcy Dam. A bright and peaceful oasis to unwind from your ADK adventures with a view of the mountains from your bed, the deck, or fire pit. Enjoy a private meadow with access to a natural brook with swimming holes and waterfalls. Queen bed + pullout couch that can sleep 1 adult/2 kids. RELAX!

Artist Hideaway at Ryder Hollow

The rustic barn has open floor plans upstairs and down; odorless, waterless composting toilet; separate shower room; patio w/ fire-pit, and wood-fired stove. Upstairs, the communal sleeping space has queen and twin beds suitable for a family or CLOSE friends. 7 minutes from downtown. Well-equipped kitchen, yet no dishwasher. Private trail leads to a secluded, woodland lean-to and crosses onto state land. The trail continues informally and summits Little Seymour with great views. Permit #200059

Ascent House | Keene

A unique retreat meticulously crafted for resting and recharging after exploring in our beautiful Adirondack Wilderness. Flooded with natural light, every room offers calming frames of nature. Watch the sun peak through the forest and rise over the mountains through expansive windows. Ascend the levels of the house, each revealing more landscape. Experience a designer woodfired traditional Finnish sauna & totally recharge while embracing our harsh Adirondack weather. We hope you love it here.

Charming 2 Bedroom Modern 1880’s Farmhouse

A renovated 1880’s farmhouse with all the modern amenities yet keeping the charm. It is between Lake Placid (5 miles) and Saranac Lake (4.5 miles) in North Elba’s tiny hamlet of Ray Brook. It has a completely fenced in yard with lots of room to play and a large back deck to watch it all happen. *We allow 2 small or 1 medium well behaved, fully vaccinated, house trained dog.s. If your pet falls within these guidelines please book otherwise please contact for approval. Thank you, STR-200445

Bear Cub Lodge- An Adirondack Mountain Retreat

Spacious 3 Bedroom, 2 Full bathroom Adirondack retreat by the Olympic Ski Jumps and just 1.2 miles to the heart of town. Warm cozy fireplace and dining room/living room combo for family/friend gatherings. Many trails within walking distance for great hiking, X-County Skiing, and go from the back door to trails that lead to the Ski Jumps. Lots of room to spread out! Happy to help plan your vacation and share inside scoop on all things Lake Placid & Whiteface. Whiteface just 9 miles away.

Adirondack Timberwolf Cabin

Cozy Mountain Chalet in Jay, NY on beautiful Glen Road. Only .7 miles to the Jay Covered Bridge, 3 miles to the Jay Mountain summit trail head, 7 miles to Whiteface Mountain, and 16 miles to Lake Placid. Keene and Keene Valley trail heads are only minutes away. The cabin has 3 acres of wooded property with a front driveway as well as a back access drivweway which is nice to walk. There is Satellite TV and wifi. There is good cell coverage. World Class Fishing, Ausable Rivers are close

Cozy Adirondack Farmhouse

Family built in 1880 and recently renovated, this apartment has one of the most scenic vistas of the Adirondack Mountains! Nestled on the Plains of Abraham it has views of The Great Range and Olympic Ski Jumps. A quick drive to most of the high peaks trail heads, and downtown Lake Placid. The private loft bedroom has a cozy queen size bed with a memory foam mattress and a lofty comforter. The living room has a pull-out couch. There is a full sized kitchen, bathroom and dining area

LP Village Home | 2 Bdr. | Permit # STR - 200332

2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment located across from the fish & game club and athletic fields. Close to Main Street, recreation trails, and venues. Amenities include wifi, Amazon FireTV (movies, tv, etc. through Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney & related apps) in the living room and the 2 bedrooms, as well as, games, books, full kitchen, laundry room, porch area, private parking, garbage removal, and a private outdoor patio area with gas bbq, gas fire pit, conversation set, and picnic table.

Wildflower Cottage for a Special VaCa! STR#200283

One step into Wildflower Cabin and you know you've made the right choice. The decor is recently remodeled and the detailed custom woodwork offers an invitation for a unique vacation experience. Enjoy the ranch property for outdoor fun like cross country skiing by the moonlight, sledding and enjoying the view from the ski hut. Outdoor fire pits at your cabin as well as the ski hut. Within a mile of the Cascade Ski Center. Famous Cascade Inn and Jack Rabbit Trail right next door!

Cascade Brook Cabin

Four season log cabin in the heart of the Adirondack High Peaks region. The cabin is located on 7 private acres next to a beautiful stream that flows down from Cascade Lake. Both Porter and Cascade Mountain trailheads are 4 miles away and are on the 46 High Peaks register. Close proximity to hiking adventures for all abilities- biking trails, fishing, swimming, canoeing and during the winter months: downhill and cross-country ski activities.