REAL ESTATEBUYER’S GUIDE

Merrill L. Thomas, Inc.THE REAL ESTATE COMPANY

2469 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY 12946800-244-7023 518-523-2519 (fax) 518-523-2796

www.adirondackestates.commlthomas@adirondackestates.com

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Tranquil and alluring waterfront setting along the shore of Lake Placid. 3 full acres and 334 lake front feet. Charming 4 bedroom, 2 bath summerhome situated only a few feet from the water’s edge includes a large living/dining room with fireplace and picturesque views across Sunset Strait.Very appealing screened porch with second fireplace and quaint countrykitchen. Adjoining deck and elevated walkway provides easy access toyear-round boathouse living. Beautifully renovated interior of polishedwainscot, southern pine flooring, granite counters and raised stonefireplace. 2 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths with sitting deck above the water.3 interior boatslips plus attractive swim dock. Property includes a separateapproved waterfront building lot plus most furnishings. Access over thePeninsula Road. $3,500,000

“The Inlet”at Abenaki

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This spectacular waterfront masterpiece is a unique blend of rustic eleganceand traditional Adirondack camp architecture. Once the focal point of thehistoric Wawbeek property, the camp offers both the convenience of roadaccess and panoramic views of Upper Saranac Lake with WhitefaceMountain in the distance. You will be captivated by its soaring great roomwith exposed beams, perlins and polished log woodwork, complimented bya floor-to-ceiling native stone fireplace and antler chandelier. 3 additionalstone fireplaces enrich a dramatic 3100 SF floor plan featuring 3 bedroomsplus large loft, 3 baths, chef’s kitchen and family entertainment room. Otherattributes include extensive wrap-around decking, screened porch with stonefireplace, 2 stall garage with finished room above and boathouse with 2 largeslips. A great opportunity to enjoy one of the most prestigious lakes in theAdirondacks. $2,950,000

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Camp WawbeekUpper Saranac Lake

$1,950,0002400 Feet of Lake Front108 Acres and Private Pond

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GRINDSTONE BAYInspired by Nature...

Preserved over Centuries

$1,950,0002400 Feet of Lake Front108 Acres and Private Pond

UPPER SARANAC LAKEThis historic waterfront estate, located on the northern shore of UpperSaranac Lake, was originally constructed in 1931 for the DuPont family.12,000 SF main lodge offers 8 bedrooms, 8 full baths and 2 half baths.Dramatic great room accented by post and beam trusses, fieldstone fireplaceand custom bar with views of the lake. Professional kitchen detailed withbutler’s pantry, commercial appliances and walk-in cooler. 5 additional fire-places, game room, separate structure with full workout facility. Two stallgarage with caretaker’s quarters and gardening shed. Two story boathousewith one bedroom, two full baths and kitchen. 16.6 acres and 843 feet ofsandy shoreline. Access is year round. Minutes from Adirondack RegionalAirport and renowned Saranac Inn 18 hole golf course. $5,250,000.

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MOUNTAINVIEW LAKE

The perfect 3 season retreat!Very appealing vacation cot-tage situated on a .6 acre lotwith 161 feet of sandy bottomlakefront. Two bedrooms andone bath with fireplace andscreened porch overlookingthe water. Ideal spot for swim-ming, boating and fishing. Agreat buy! $190,000

LUXURYWATERFRONT

CONDOMINIUM1900 SF 3 BR, 2 1/2 bath unitoffers a deeded boatslip onLake Placid. Beautifully fin-ished with stone fireplace, tileand hickory flooring, granitecounters and top qualitykitchen. Completely furnishedand indoor parking. Site has220 feet of shoreline, expansivelawn area and mountain/lakeviews. $795,000

MOOSE ISLANDExceptional waterfront parcellocated at the north end of LakePlacid lake. Dramatic settingunder the shadow of WhitefaceMountain. 1.1 acres with 150feet of shoreline. State landborders the site on 3 sides.Privacy and views at its verybest. Owner has a leased boat-slip on mainland. $575,000

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ROBYN’S NESTClassic Adirondack stylehome with views of MirrorLake in a private natural set-ting. 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths,floor to ceiling granite fire-place and state of the artkitchen. Large rec room, out-door deck and close proximityto town. Built in 2006 and inperfect condition. $925,000

LAKE LOG CABINCharming 3 bedroom loghome on 1.46 acres on popularMirror Lake Drive. Recentrenovations include new fullbathroom, new large hot waterheater, new washer and dryer.Floor to ceiling cobblestonefireplace, hardwood floors andvaulted ceiling in living room.Deeded lake access across theroad to Mirror Lake. Very suc-cessful vacation rental. Mostfurnishings stay. $735,000

EXCEPTIONALBUY!!

Spectacular Adirondack styleresidence offers over 9,000 SFof living space. Stone fire-places, wood plank flooring,stainless appliances, granitecounters and much more. 8bedrooms, 6 1/2 baths with the-ater, gym, central air and 2 cargarage. 5.5 acre site with beau-tiful views, private entrancedrive and tennis court. A stealat $1,195,000!

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181 ALGONQUINDRIVE

This distinctive Adirondack mas-terpiece is in exquisite condition.Three levels of living with a 5500SF floor plan having 6/7 bedrooms,4 1/2 baths, great room, open din-ing and 3 stone fireplaces.Beautiful finish work with intricatetwig and log detailing. Two cargarage and convenient location. Areal gem! $1,195,000

GRANDADIRONDACK STYLE

This prestigious home is locatedadjoining the golf course at theWhiteface Club & Resort. Newconstruction includes 5 bed-rooms, 4 full baths, 2 half baths, 4native fieldstone fireplaces, &6000 square feet of living space.Additional features include vault-ed ceilings, log railings, exquisitebirch bark & twig construction,plus a gourmet kitchen. Clubmembership with access to tennis,golf and beach. Reserved boatslipavailable. $2,250,000

BEAR CUB LOJAdirondack Craftsman master-piece with beautiful mountainviews, features 7,000 SF having4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, soaringgreat room with massive stonefireplace, stunning chandeliers,chef’s kitchen w/granite countersand stainless steel appliances.Three additional stone fireplaces,rustic twig railings, 3 car garage.Great horse property with 10.29acres including 3 fenced pastures.$2,395,000

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PINEHURST #5Here’s a wonderful waterfront opportunity on one of the area’s most picturesque lakes. Inviting3 bedroom/3 bath cottage with a 2 stall garage and guest quarters above. 1.05 acre site has 244feet of shoreline on Lower Saranac Lake and a 2 slip boathouse with bonus room above.Property offers miles of inter-connecting lake access and great mountain views. $1,350,000

OVERLOOK DRIVECustom built Adirondack style lodge located at the Whiteface Club and Resort. Spacious 5000SF floor plan with 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths and elegant detail in every room. Maple floors,granite countertops, cedar closets, vaulted ceilings, in-floor radiant heat, and 4 fireplaces. Fullfinished walk-out basement. Golf, tennis, cross country skiing, beach, marina and restaurantsjust steps away. $1,175,000

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Acorn Street3 BR, 1.5 bath charming cottage in one of Lake Placid’s finestneighborhoods. Many attractive upgrades include new exteriorsiding, new roof, professional landscaping and extensive enter-tainment deck. Convenient to Hillcrest Park and village stores.$379,000

Wesvalley RoadNeat and charming 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath cottage. Very attractiveand well maintained yard and garden plots. 1685 SF of main liv-ing space includes fireplace with pellet stove insert. Lower levelapartment has 1 bedroom and 1 bath with separate parking.Walking distance to Main St. A real gem! $279,000

Sequoia Mountain RoadHigh quality all propane home in a quiet area of Ausable Acreswith seasonal mountain views looking at gorgeous sunsets.Insulated concrete block foundation with in-floor hot water heat.Open floor plan with pine ceilings, hardwood floors and ceram-ic tile in bathrooms. Quality Builder! $265,900

Indian RockCharming 3 bedroom log home on a 1 acre wooded lot. Openfloor plan w/vaulted ceiling, wood-burning stove w/natural stonebackdrop & adjoining open deck for entertaining. Full basementw/finished family game room, 2 full baths, oil & radiant in-floorheating. Wonderful condition. $359,000

Little BrookSpacious 2300 SF Adirondack design. 3 BR, 3 bath floor planw/full partially finished lower level having ideal office space &workshop. 2 ac. of meticulously landscaped grounds with peren-nials, cedar trees and sprawling grass lawn. Detached 2 stallgarage has an attractive studio apartment. $649,000

Newman RoadVery attractive multi-unit offering. 3 bedroom, 2 bath main levelresidence. Upper floor has a 2 BR, 1 bath apartment. Detachedgarage with 2 bays plus an attached 2 bedroom apartment.Monthly gross rents are over $3,000 per month. Great incomeopportunity. $382,500

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Norman Rockwell SettingHistorical 1869 totally renovated farmhouse. New plumbing,heating, electric systems. Original wide plank flooring, granitecounters and bonus room on main level with French doors. 4bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths. Exceptional views of Whiteface fromalmost every room. Extensive structural overhaul. $485,000

Woodknoll TownhomePrivate townhouse setting in close proximity to the Lake Placidbusiness center. 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath unit offers some 1344 SFof living space. Fireplace, small deck and solarium dining.Attractive grounds with detached one stall garage. Most furnish-ings included. Good vacation rental history. $250,000

Acorn StreetAdorable colonial cape located in a great neighborhood. 1600 SFlayout includes 4 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. Living room hasfireplace with woodstove insert. House is dated, but very cleanand in move-in condition. Three season front sitting porch, fullbasement and detached one car garage. $239,000

Stone RoadAdirondack/Contemporary design on 5.05 private acres in LakePlacid. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, great room with Adirondackfieldstone fireplace, maple hardwood floors, large open sundeck, vaulted wood ceilings and open kitchen with stainless steelappliances. Includes easement to nearby Alford Pond. Horsesare permitted. $599,000

Blue Horse LodgeLovingly maintained and restored log home is located along aquiet country road just a short drive from Lake Placid. Its 3bedroom, 2 bath open floor plan features original wide plankflooring & hand hewn beams. Very appealing 5 acre site withbabbling brook and small pond. $445,000

Beechwood FarmhouseImpeccably maintained farmhouse-style home boasts some 4692 SFand views of Whiteface Mt. and the Sentinels. Located in the desir-able Beechwood neighborhood with Lake Colby and Mt. Pisgahnearby. 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, living room with wood burningstone fireplace, sun room/family room with woodstove, 2nd levelloft, 2 car attached garage and sizeable full basement. $499,000

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THE BALSAMSat Lake Placid

Elegant living in the great outdoors…

This intimate cluster of townhomes has been tastefully designed with the Adirondacks inmind. Brand new 2 and 3 bedroom units comprising 2000 SF to 2800 SF of total living space

with unmatched craftsmanship. Special features include the following:

• A variety of standard floor plans with upgrade package choices • Ceramic tile and hardwood flooring plus polished granite countertops• Multiple baths with in-floor heat• Gas fireplaces with granite hearths• A main floor bedroom feature (3 bedroom units)• Exterior log window trim, rustic brainstorm siding and an Adirondack screened porch • All units have garages• Traditional Adirondack twigwork railings also available• Golf, tennis, hiking and world class fishing all nearby

Starting at $429,900 The Balsams at Lake Placid Old Military Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946

Sponsor-Mountain View Builders, LLC 40 Church Street, Bldg. #2

P.O. Box 30, Lake Placid, NY 12946

For the conservation-minded buyer! A 300-acre tract comprised of 17 carefully

designed parcels averaging eight acres with 400 +/- feet of water frontage. Each

homesite has the opportunity for a main residence with guest house or cabin.

Adirondack-style architecture will further complement this spectacular setting.

155 acres have been set aside as open space to maximize privacy, wildlife habitat

and recreational enjoyment. Wild forest-designated state owned lands border the

property. Union Falls Pond, a 1,650 acre body of water, is well known for its great

fishing, paddling, and population of bald eagles. Limited horsepower boat restric-

tions guarantee a tranquil lifestyle and enhance the quality of this water resource.

Gradual sloping, sandy shoreline with southern exposure and great views of

Whiteface, Esther, and Catamount Mountains. APA approved. From mid $200s.

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Fawn RidgeExceptional lakeview lot has impressive vista ofWhiteface Mountain and surrounding peaks. Levelbuilding area with gradual fall away slope.Located along the upper ridge in the Fawn RidgeDevelopment. All infrastructure in place to site.$329,000

Highland FarmsOnce known as Asplin Tree Farm, now comprisedof 4 lots between 15 and 25 acres. Rolling hills,meadows, mature balsam trees, views of Whitefaceand surrounding mountains. Ideal for horses.Frontage on Ricketson Brook allows paddling, fish-ing and bird watching. Full APA permit on all lots.Parcels start at $125,000

Grouse Creek PreserveLocated on the outskirts of Lake Placid in closeproximity to the Mt. Van Hoevenberg recreationcenter. Over 80+ spectacular acres subdivided into 5acre to 20 acre building sites. Mountain views,beautiful forest, split rock outcroppings, a brookand an artesian spring define some of its specialattributes. Adjoins Forever Wild lands owned by theState of New York. Parcels start at $129,000

Mirror LakeRare offering on Mirror Lake. APA approvals inplace for building a 3,500 SF home. Nice sandyfrontage with gradual slope. All municipal servicein place to site. Easy access off of paved road. 6/10acre with 105 LFF. $925,000

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Whiteface ChaletAll seasons family resort located 2 miles from WhitefaceMountain ski area. Renovations just completed on most rooms.Turn-key business includes 20 guest rooms, 85 seat restaurant,separate bar/lounge area with fireplace and 2 bedroom owner’squarters. 4.5 landscaped acres with pool. $1,259,000

Mountain View InnLodging facility located in the heart of Lake Placid’s centralbusiness district. 18 units plus a 3 BR/2 bath residence. Turn keybusiness with strong investment opportunity. Property has won-derful potential for further commercial development includingretail storefronts or residential condominiums. $1,950,000

Commercial WaterfrontUnique offering – central downtown location. 150 feet of frontageon Saranac River. Currently used as owner’s residence, heated twocar garage and woodworking shop. Additional apartment with pri-vate yard, parking and in-floor heating. Approved for restaurant,medical, retail and office space. $435,000

Keene Valley ShopCommercial building currently operated as a successful gourmetspecialty shop. Building offers retail space, commercial kitchen,bakery & walk-in coolers. Includes large studio apartment withviews of the river. And additional storage area. Adjacent owner’sresidence also available. $439,000

Lake Flower Inn317 feet of waterfront on Lake Flower with beautiful lake andmountain views. Includes 14 guest rooms, 3 bedroom owner’sresidence, 20x40 outdoor pool and is adjacent to the villagemunicipal boat launch/park. Great development opportunitywith tremendous potential for conversion to condos, restaurant,marina or retail. $748,000

Mixed-Use CommercialLake Placid business district. Two retail storefronts plus 4 apart-ments. Excellent exposure at the intersection of Routes 86 and 73.Apartments range from studio to 3-bedroom. 5,000 SF of useablespace plus 2,000 SF or workshop area. Some off-street parking.Lots of potential! $495,000

Luxury Homes & Camps ~ Cozy Cabins & Cottages ~Spacious Condos & Townhomes

Offering the largest selection of waterfront properties in the Lake Placid area.The vacation rental experience: More amenities without extra costs, privacy, flexibilityand space, made to enrich your vacation experience. Bring your dog, pet-friendlyproperties available.

Our approach: We carefully select well-maintained, first-rate accommodations and offerthese to our guests. We inspect properties prior to arrival, use professional housekeepers,and offer an after-hours emergency phone line so you are not left out in the cold. As athird-party representative we provide a true perspective on each rental property and ourexperienced vacation rental specialists will help you find the perfect vacation spot.

Visit our website for images, amenities, availability, rates and answers to Frequently Asked Questions.

www.LakePlacidVacations.com rentals@lakeplacidvacations.com(800) 244-7023 / (518) 523-2519