Title: Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33140000/33135400/33135371/2890c2ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33140000/33135400/33135371/3bcc49b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33140000/33135400/33135371/78c083d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33140000/33135400/33135371/8ef28167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33140000/33135400/33135371/8f871c67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on a hill-top, Overlook Lean-to is the perfect retreat for stargazing. This private lean-to is nestled on 50 acres, complete with hiking trails and mountain biking paths. Enjoy campfire roasts or quiet fire gazing in front of the lean-to and explore nearby attractions like the Paul Smith’s Visitors Interpretive Center. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres Have an amazing view of the stars when you stay with us at our hill-top lean-to. Located on 50 acres, this private lean-to is the perfect place to sleep under the moon-light. The lean-to comes furnished with plenty of chairs, tables, and a futon bed with a bug net. You will need to bring your sleeping bags. No tent needed but you will want the rest of your camping gear. We’d love to help you plan your activities for your trip! Our property includes hiking trails! Rural, but centrally located, Overlook Lean-to 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 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. Overlook Lean-to is a 3 sided shelter with an open sleep/hang out space. There is an outhouse nearby which comes stocked with toilet paper. There is a nice campfire spot just in front of the lean-to for marshmallow roasts or quiet fire gazing. A reasonable amount of campfire wood is available for your use. We provide a sheltered table you can cook and serve food on. We provide potable water in a jug for your use. There is also a gas stove that you can use! There are nearby trails which 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! We provide well water in jugs but if you run out there is a cold water spigot a 3 minute walk away. There’sYour hosts will be available 24/7 if you need anything. We live on site. There’s an outdoor sunshower for your use. While you don't need a tent, there are spots to pitch one if you so choose. The lean-to comes furnished with plenty of chairs, tables, and a futon bed with a bug net. You will need to bring your sleeping bags and groups of three or larger will want sleeping pads. We do provide a small campstove for your use with all your pots, pans, plates, and utensils. There is a cooler at the site for your food. There is a lovely picnic table under a tarp next to the lean-to. There are tons of walking trails and neat places to explore on the property and in the local area. Plus, we'll help you plan your activities for your trip! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski-in/ski-out access - Snowboarding nearby ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Ski-in/ski-out access - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 140 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 ### Rules Our check-in window is from 4-7pm. If you plan to arrive later than 7, you need to make sure that’s OK on our end at the time of booking. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Campsite Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Campsite Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Campsite Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Campsite Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to in Adirondack Woods Campsite Campsite Overlook Lean-to in Adirondack Woods Overlook Lean-to in Adirondack Woods Paul Smiths Overlook Lean to in Adirondack Woods Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Campsite Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Campsite Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to Adirondack Woods Campsite Overlook Lean-to in Adirondack Woods Paul Smiths Paul Smiths Overlook Lean-to in Adirondack Woods Campsite Campsite Overlook Lean-to in Adirondack Woods Overlook Lean-to in Adirondack Woods Paul Smiths Overlook Lean to in Adirondack Woods Discounted Rates May Campsite Paul Smiths Discounted Rates May Campsite Discounted Rates May Paul Smiths Discounted Rates May Campsite Discounted Rates in May! Paul Smiths Paul Smiths Discounted Rates in May! Campsite Campsite Discounted Rates in May! Discounted Rates in May! Paul Smiths Overlook Lean to in Adirondack Woods Your Private Hill top Lean to! Comes Furnished With Cooking Gear ## About the area Located in Paul Smiths, this campsite is in a rural area. Adirondack Artists Guild and The Waterhole are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Adirondack Carousel and Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Paul Smiths travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paul-Smiths.dx6340435) [View more RV parks in Paul Smiths](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paul-Smiths-Caravan-Parks.d6340435-aaCaravanParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.52240%2C-74.30529&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UI0Lv3TLlmyAm8O-x_LIXQojldE=) Paul Smiths, NY ### What's nearby - Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center - 13 min drive - 9.2 miles - Paul Smiths College - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles - The Great Lawn - 15 min drive - 10.8 miles - Saranac Inn Golf and Country Club - 34 min drive - 25.6 miles - Mirror Lake - 53 min drive - 36.1 miles ### Getting around - Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres located? > Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out campsite in Paul Smiths is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Chain Lake and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center and Joan Weill Adirondack Library are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Your private hill-top furnished glamping site on 50 private Adirondack acres Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Char Z. 20 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect ADK get-away This property was beautiful and extremely well maintained. The hosts were kind and helpful. Probably my favorite vacation rental i have ever stay at. Highly recommend ##### Char Z. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve P. 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceeded our expectations! The lean to and surrounding property looked fantastic on the listing, but it was even better than we anticipated. This place had everything we needed to make our stay fun and enjoyable. We stayed for five days and it went by too fast. We hope to come back again. ##### Steve P. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### paulo c. 16 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lean-to experience We had an amazing time exploring the property and the vicinity. Will left everything pristine and in perfect order for our group. Also he gave us great tips about the area and provided us with all that we needed. The howl of coyotes could be heard in the evenings, but they never came close. Fantastic experience. ##### paulo c. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taylor H. 9 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 10/10 would recommend My husband and I booked this spot as a vacation for our birthdays and anniversary and we were not disappointed. The property was beautiful, the lean-to was equipped with everything we could have needed and more, and Bob and Sheila were the most hospitable hosts! Highly recommend checking out this property and all of their cool accommodations! ##### Taylor H. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 6 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beautiful place to get away and unwind. Our family of 4 stayed in the lean-to for a quick weekend getaway. It was just what we were looking for! Bob and Sheila were super responsive and having them on-site was great. Sheila helped us plan our hikes for the weekend and is super knowledgeable about the area. The site was wonderful! The lean-to was huge and really felt like home. They thought of everything. Can't wait to go back. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Howard T. 4 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Time We enjoyed the property and layout both Bob and Chrissy were very helpful and personable. ##### Howard T. 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