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Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace

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A large wooden lodge with a stone staircase leading to a deck, surrounded by a pond and trees. - Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace (Minerva)
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting. - Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace (Minerva)
A wooden porch with a bear statue, a green chair, and a welcome mat. - Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace (Minerva)
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and large windows. - Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace (Minerva)
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and large windows. - Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace (Minerva)
A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking and boating at this vacation home. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 154160 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace

  • Heron Pond Hideaway is a private Adirondack lodge designed for unforgettable gatherings—without sacrificing space, comfort, or privacy. Set on five secluded wooded acres with your own waterfront, spring-fed swimming pond, this Great Camp–style retreat offers a rare blend of natural beauty, thoughtful design, and year-round adventure.

    Centrally located in the Adirondacks, the home is just 15 minutes from Gore Mountain Ski Resort, 1.5 miles to Minerva Beach, 45 minutes to Lake George, 90 minutes to Lake Placid, with easy access to hiking, white water rafting, and countless outdoor experiences in every season!

    From mornings by the water to evenings around the stone fireplace or under the stars in the hot tub, this is a place where families and friends reconnect in a truly special setting.

    Why Guests Choose Heron Pond Hideaway:

    A Property You Can’t Replicate
    - Private, spring-fed swimming pond directly on the property
    - One-of-a-kind screened treehouse, tucked into the woods and large enough for kids or adults (a guest favorite year after year)
    - Surrounded by acres of forest, trails, creeks, and peaceful Adirondack quiet

    Designed for Comfort, not Crowding
    - 6 bedrooms + loft, with multiple gathering and lounge spaces
    - Great Room with soaring ceilings and a grand stone fireplace
    - Separate family room with 65" TV, Roku, Wifi, games, foosball table, and books
    - Dedicated game room with pool table and bar
    - Everyone can be together—or spread out—comfortably.

    Cook, Dine, and Celebrate Together
    - Chef’s kitchen with Wolf gas range, dual sinks, oversized refrigerator with wine drawer
    - Dining spaces well-suited for shared meals and celebrations
    - Fully stocked kitchen ready for everything from casual breakfasts to holiday feasts

    Outdoor Living & On-Site Fun:
    - 350 SF screened-in Treehouse for adults and kids a like
    - A charmingly lit campfire area, especially magical at night for s’mores, stories, and stargazing (or a wood burning stove indoors for cozy, winter nights)
    - Expansive front and back porches furnished with Adirondack chairs for relaxing, reading, or gathering
    - Hot tub under the stars (available Labor Day–Memorial Day)
    - Propane grill with propane provided
    - Basketball court with adjustable hoop
    - Cornhole game
    - Large open activity field where kids can run, play, and burn off energy
    - Direct access to trails, woods, and the spring-fed pond
    - Private wooded acreage with streams to discover for adventurous guests

    Sleep & Comfort
    - Memory-foam King and Queen beds
    - Soft and firm pillow options
    - High-thread-count cotton linens
    - Blackout shades/curtains and sound machines in every room

    Ideal For:
    - Multi-generational family gatherings
    - Reunions and milestone celebrations
    - Ski weekends, summer lake trips, fall foliage escapes
    - Groups seeking privacy, quality, and room to relax

    The home is best suited for families and groups seeking a peaceful, well-appointed retreat rather than a party-focused rental.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,160 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

Max 15 guests — babies count in guest count. No blow up mattresses or moving of furniture. No pets, events, smoking or EV charging.
Guests must sign Rental Agreement within 2 days. Main guest must be 25+. This is not a "party house".
Refundable Security Deposit hold of $800. Excessive cleaning, damage, or extra charges may result in claim.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Minerva, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Gore Mountain Ski Resort and Little Gore Glades are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pharaoh Lake Wilderness and Minerva Lake. Traveling with kids? Consider Revolution Rail Co. and North Creek Depot Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding. Visit our Minerva travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A snow-covered mountain path with trees and distant snow-capped peaks under a clear sky.
    Gore Mountain Ski Resort
    21 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • Minerva Lake
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Revolution Rail Co.
    15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • North Creek Depot Museum
    15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Tannery Pond Community Center
    15 min drive - 10.8 miles

Restaurants

  • Sporty's Iron Duke Saloon
    2 min drive
  • The Owl at Twilight
    7 min drive
  • The Crik
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Waterfront Retreat • Treehouse, Hot Tub & Fireplace located?

This family-friendly Minerva vacation home is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Minerva Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Revolution Rail Co. and North Creek Depot Museum. Gore Mountain Ski Resort and North Creek Ski Bowl Town Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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