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Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience!

Paul Smiths apartment with kitchenette

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A treehouse with a wooden structure, illuminated windows, and a ladder leading up.
A treehouse with a wooden exterior and a glass window, surrounded by rocks and vegetation.
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A cozy reading nook with wicker chairs, a large window with a view of greenery, and a bookshelf filled with books.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Paul Smiths, NY
  • Place, Chain Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Paul Smiths College
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the area

Paul Smiths

In Paul Smiths .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Chain Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Joan Weill Adirondack Library and Paul Smiths College.
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What's nearby

  • Chain Lake - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Paul Smiths College - 12 min drive - 17.4 km
  • The Great Lawn - 12 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Brighton Town Hall - 12 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 23 min drive

About this property

Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience!

Stay up off the ground in our cozy treehouse. A circular space that is the perfect base camp for your next adventure - or a unique spot to curl up with a good book. Close to our home, this the perfect place to be in the woods, but not isolated. Cook your meals in the nearby cookhouse on a camping stove, over an open campfire, or use the gas grill. A private bathroom/shower is available in our office building. We provide you with bedding and towels, plus help you plan your trip. Property includes miles of hiking trails! Snowshoes provided in the winter.

Rural, but centrally located, The Magical Treehouse is seven miles north of Paul Smiths College on Rt. 30. You’ll be in one of the most varied wilderness areas of the park.

The Paul Smith's College Visitors Interpretive Center is five miles away with wonderful hiking trails and educational programs for the whole family.

You’ll be 25 minutes to Saranac Lake or Malone; 35 minutes to Lake Placid and its Olympic venues; 50 minutes to Whiteface Mountain. The Natural History Museum of the Adirondacks (the Wild Center) is 40 minutes away in Tupper Lake.

The Magical Treehouse has a single room with a very comfortable Queen size bed, a table, and cozy chairs. Your bathroom/shower is in a separate building 20' away, and your cookhouse is in a screened in area and is 50' away.

There is a nice campfire spot for summer marshmallow roasts or quiet fire gazing. A complimentary bundle of campfire wood is available for your use.

You can cook meals in the screened in cookhouse and a spigot nearby provides water. The cookhouse has all the pots, dishes, utensils and tools you'll need to make a great meal.

There are over 5 miles of hiking trails on the property to explore and nearby trails are excellent for mountain biking with both back country roads and single-track. Designated horseback riding trail heads are less than a mile away. A “Wild and Scenic Study River,” the Osgood, flows nearby with put-in and take-outs within a couple of miles of our driveway. Drop-off and pick-up arrangements can be made. This is a “must paddle” for those interested in wildlife and scenery. Many have spotted the bald eagle who has a nest at the river’s edge. We are surrounded by many great fishing spots.

You'll have 50 acres to explore, including purpose-built mountain biking trails!

Your hosts will be available 24/7 if you need anything. We live on site.

Everything that you'll need is here. All you have to do is bring your food and your adventurous spirit.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: You're welcome to smoke outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You're welcome to smoke outside.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience! to the airport?

This apartment is 15.9 mi (23-min drive) away from the Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience! offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience!?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience!?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience! have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience! to downtown Paul Smiths?

This apartment is 6.4 mi away from Paul Smiths.

Authentic Adirondack, Magical Experience! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was an amazing experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Treehouse Honeymoon

My wife and I really enjoyed our time here. We are planning to return to stay at the lean-to with our children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Treehouse

Bib and Sheila were amazing, as was the grounds and the treehouse. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An incredible and magical experience. We loved it from beginning to the end.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When they describe this as a magical treehouse, they are not overselling! This place is amazing. From the first few steps inside, we were hooked. You definitely need to be a little careful on the stairs, but there is a sturdy hand rail to help! The kitchen/private dining screen room was awesome with everything you need to prepare a great camp meal. The trails and grounds were lovely. Overall could not have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most amazingly magical place to stay!!!

This was our first time doing something like this and I have to say it may have spoiled us for any other trip!!! (Though now we want to do more!) The owners are genuine people and you can tell all the work that went into the place! This is an absolutely must try!!!! It was so clean, every detail was handled, it was so relaxing, and every time you look around there was something new you didn’t see!!! My only regret is we only booked for 2 nights!!!! Do not make my mistake and stay much longer!!! (Also make sure to bring bug spray cause I forgot!) We will be going back and trying another of their spots on the property and I will be sharing this with all my friends!! I really want to try it in the winter too!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly Magical

We had a wonderful time at the Magical Treehouse. It is lovely. Close to nature and also to the cute town of Saranac Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bucket List - Check!

This was the type of stay we wanted to do for quite some time. When we came across the listing we knew it was the place! It did not disappoint! The treehouse was perfect, in a great location and Shelia and Bob were the perfect hosts. It was definitely one of our favorite vacations - quite the memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cesare C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

a beautiful property, a unique experience in a fabulous and friendly setting. Hosts were helpful and very nice. We'll be back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this rental. It was amazing to wake up to the sounds of nature and the soft breeze rustling at the leaves. So much more peaceful than the city we are used to. The owner gave us our privacy and we didn't meet the other renters from the lean-to or cottage. Which means we basically had the whole property to ourselves. Loved that we had our own private bathroom too. If you have questions about what to do in the area, Bob and Sheila are your encyclopedias. Thank you for a magical weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Are you kidding me?! Wow!

What a beautiful experience. Very nice people, beautiful place, beautiful story. Love "unplugging" and getting away for a couple days! Hoping to get back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lolly W.

BEYOND WORDS!!!

OMG I can't say enough about this place! Absolutely MAGICAL! I've stayed MANY places, and this treehouse has BY FAR been the most unique and wonderfully memorable experience! Words can't adequately describe the natural beauty and wonder of this place! And not only are the accommodations beyond lovely, but the host's warm hospitality is unmatched! They truly go above and beyond in making your stay comfortable, and they are two of the nicest, most genuine people we've ever met! I honestly cannot say enough about this stay, you simply must experience it for yourself to truly understand the magic! We cannot WAIT to go back! By far our favorite stay yet! Thank you so so much, Sheila and Bob! It was such a pleasure meeting you both! :)))