Nestled in the Adirondacks, Giant's View Lodge offers a serene escape with panoramic views of Giant Mountain and the Great Range. Unwind on the 50-foot wraparound deck or large screened porch, surrounded by lovely perennial gardens and hardwood floors throughout this custom-built log home.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
5 bedrooms3400 sq ft
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Panoramic Mountain Views From This Private Mountain Cabin.
Giant's View Lodge is a breathtaking vacation rental cabin located in Keene Valley, mid-way up Porter Mountain in the Adirondacks. Peacefulness and privacy abound here, amidst a wooded backdrop with incredible views of Giant Mountain and the Southern end of the Great Range of the High Peaks. The sunny clearing features a gently sloping yard with lovely perennial gardens, a 50 foot wraparound deck, and a large screened porch for dining or enjoying the panoramic mountain views.
From the lodge it is only a 2 mile jaunt to "the Garden" (hiking trailhead), from which countless hiking and skiing trails can be accessed.
The lodge is a custom-built, 3,400 square-foot, beautifully appointed log home, with hardwood floors throughout, a fieldstone fireplace dominating the Great Room, cathedral ceilings, a fully equipped gourmet kitchen/dining area, complete with granite counters and new stainless steel appliances. Providing lodging for up to 12 adults, sleeping areas include four bedrooms plus a spacious sleeping loft, accompanied by three bathrooms, the master bath featuring a 2-person shower and 2-person deep soaking bathtub. Adirondack furnishings abound, and of course, floor-to-ceiling windows everywhere.
Extra fees per night for more than 4 guests are automatically applied at a rate of $25 per person. Note, this rate will be manually adjusted to $40 during peak season. If you have children under 15 years old, contact us for special family rates.
Pets are allowed at a fee of $100 per pet. Note, if you have more than one pet, VRBO will not automatically add the fees for the additional pets. Contact owner to arrange the extra pet payment.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Outdoor shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Up to 2 pets (50 pounds or less) are allowed, $100 fee PER PET. Owner will charge a $250 fine per pet if pets are brought without fees paid.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under 17, contact us for family rates.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in Keene Valley, this cabin is in the mountains. John Brown Farm State Historic Site and Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Birch Store and Adirondack Reflections. Travelling with kids? Consider Dartbrook Rustic Goods and Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating. Visit our Keene Valley travel guide
Is Panoramic Mountain Views From This Private Mountain Cabin. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Panoramic Mountain Views From This Private Mountain Cabin.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Panoramic Mountain Views From This Private Mountain Cabin.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Panoramic Mountain Views From This Private Mountain Cabin.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Panoramic Mountain Views From This Private Mountain Cabin. located?
This family-friendly Keene Valley cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of The Birch Store and Ausable River. Adirondack Reflections and Hulls Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Panoramic Mountain Views From This Private Mountain Cabin. Reviews
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Lovely warm cabin sitting on mountain overlooking Giant Mtn and Keene Valley. Very quiet and peaceful. As an fyi, 4 wheel drive was necessary during our visit. Highly recommend and would visit again.
The views from this property are amazing! Beautiful scenery from every angle. The home accommodated our group of 7 comfortably. The owners and property manager were easy to communicate with and attentive. We really enjoyed our stay!
What a wonderful location to experience the April 2024 solar eclipse.
The house was perfect. We had 10 adults and 2 little dogs and lots of room. Great communication with the owners. Kitchen was well stocked. Thank you for a wonderful vacation.
Great views of giant, and create access to the high peaks
We had a very good time at giant view Lodge. Our hosts were very accommodating. The house was spacious. There were six of us. The kitchen was excellent. We cooked all our meals. Access to the high peaks was perfect. And our dogs had a very good time.
Giant's View is as good as it gets for a long family weekend in the mountains! The view is fantastic and was only enhanced by some lake effect snow the entire time we were there. The inside of the cabin is another treat all by itself. It is extremely cozy and provided ample room for our group of 6 adults and 4 kids. Plenty of firewood was available for lounging by the wood stove in the evenings. The large dining table was perfect for doing a jig saw puzzle and playing an interactive card game we brought with us, however, there were plenty of board games available for all ages. They even provided a few sleds for the kids to use, and they had a blast in the snow. A windstorm did take down one tree that blocked the driveway, but it only took one call to maintenance, and they were there with a chainsaw as well as a plow for the driveway. A short drive into Lake Placid led to a few unforgettable experiences at the ski jump and again at the bobsled track. We all had a fantastic time and hope to return again. Between the 10 of us we give it 20 thumbs up!!! Thank you for letting us enjoy everything that Giant's View had to offer.
Vin Sutton
Gorgeous, peaceful, secluded views. Clean, comfortable, quality furnishings and design. Easy communication. We enjoyed Keene Valley and Keene. We were glad one room had blinds for the kids as it was hard to resist the beautiful morning light. Agree with other reviews here - we would gladly come back.
We’ve stayed here twice and we all absolutely love the house. The proximity to Keene and so many trailheads make this a great place to stay when hiking in ADK.
Everything about our stay was perfect. Ray and Laura are great hosts and everything about their property is picturesque. I would absolutely recommend Giant's View Lodge to anyone visiting the area. The view of the mountain alone is worth it!
We stayed in Giants View with our friends and our children! The house was exactly as listed and reviewed! The view was outstanding and the surrounding area offered so many hikes and activities for us and our kids! We had an amazing time and hope to return to the Nardelli’s house again!
What a beautiful house and location! So close to the trails for hiking or you can just sit on the deck and take in the views. The house was well equipped, very clean, very well cared for and we also really appreciated the clarity of instructions for use of the house. Great hosts!
Our stay at Giant’s View cabin was a one of adventure and tranquility! The cabin itself was very warm and inviting. The views of the mountains were spectacular! Our favorite part outside of hiking and fishing was rocking in the comfy chairs in the screened in porch. The weather was hot while we were there but we stayed cool by utilizing the provided fans. We even got to see a family of deer crossing in front of the cabin. We would highly recommend this cabin to anyone who wants to get away from it all in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains!
My family and I traveled to Lake Placid to support our son as he raced at Junior Nationals and this home was such a great spot to come back and relax each day. Everyone slept well, we had plenty of space for meals and the host was great communicating with us about our power loss after the storm. Looking forward to returning in the future!