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Ampersand Bay Resort

3.5 star property

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Premium Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Mountain View, Lakeside | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Front of property
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside | Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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31 Bayside Dr, Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, NY, 12983
  • Place, Dewey Mountain Recreation Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Flower
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 102 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside | Living area

Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

  • Lake view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial lake view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View

Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the area

Saranac Lake

When you stay at Ampersand Bay Resort in Saranac Lake, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Dewey Mountain Recreation Center and Adirondack Carousel. .This beach lodge is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Mirror Lake and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Olympic Center.
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What's nearby

  • Dewey Mountain Recreation Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Waterhole - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Lake Flower - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Adirondack Carousel - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bitters & Bones - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A-1 Buffet & Sushi - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Market - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ampersand Bay Resort

On a private sand beach, near Dewey Mountain Recreation Center
Ampersand Bay Resort offers 19 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 19 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a private beach, or other amenities including a picnic area and barbecue grills. Additional amenities at this lodge include a banquet hall and bike parking.
Enjoy local and international cuisine at Sunset Bistro, a beachfront bistro which features a bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
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.

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 transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sunset Bistro

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Boat and paddles
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Ski passes
  • Snowshoeing

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • 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 within 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Property Registration Number 71632176

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ampersand Bay Resort Lodge
Ampersand Bay Resort Saranac Lake
Ampersand Bay Resort Lodge Saranac Lake

Ampersand Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 68 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abram

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views of the lake and mountains!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine, Hackensack

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Over all the cabin was what i expected. The only issue was that the bed was at a slant and for me that made sleeping difficult. The cabin was clean and easy to check in. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

JoAnn

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful spot- no breakfast though

We had a lovely stay over all. We were disappointed and surprised that the restaurant is not open for breakfast. And, the shower curtain in Tamarack needs to be replaced. Other than that, we loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was disappointing. There is no air conditioning - it was very stuffy and hot. They are focused on motor boats - you can't really get anywhere interesting from here on a canoe. There's a restaurant and bar but prices are on a par with midtown Manhattan. This is a very expensive place and I can't help but wonder if the place we rented was meant for the help or something. There are almost no staff to help you with any issues and it's set up so that you almost never see anyone who works there. There is no daily housecleaning, and extensive chores are required at checkout. Severely understaffed. Do not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

I loved the property it was a view upfront of the lake which was beautiful to look at everyday!! Could get use to it!! Lol This was a very secluded quiet property not much craziness going on,in fact enjoyed the quiet very much! Met the owner Brian which he was very cool!! He pretty much does ALOT of the maintaining the property and I can see why he likes being there!! Lol Definitely a place to go for peace and quiet and even on the lake was pretty good!! Not ALOT of people on it!! Thank you!!! 😁
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bartly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Aviad

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got there - no staff available- the first room was on the middle of renovations- had to ask the girl from the restaurant that don’t work in the hotel to help me- another room was dirty with old bed sheets- so they moved us to a small room- the area is really beautiful but the room was really really dirty with dead bugs everywhere
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dariusz

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice relaxing weekend! Felt right at home! Will be back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice cabin. Great location. Only complaint is the bbq grill didn’t have propane. Was planning on using for dinner. Could have done a lil better job with the snow removal. Other than that great stay at a reasonable rate. And shovel the top balcony off. I know it’s cold but some people still like too enjoy them.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz, Nutley

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

donna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The townhouse itself was clean, however, there was laundry in washer, many insects on rugs, (which we vacuumed), and fireplace did not work
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Santa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family
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
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
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
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
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