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# Ampersand Bay | Heron # 5

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun 

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Ampersand Bay | Heron # 5 provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

### Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Dryer
- Washer
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Ampersand Bay | Heron # 5

Plan your next Adirondack getaway with a stay at Ampersand Bay Heron #5 townhome for a memorable stay within an impressive Adirondack Retreat with mesmerizing views and several included resort amenities.  
  
The sun-filled main living space presents an open floor plan that includes a fully equipped kitchen with counter, stools and all the tools needed to prepare meals at home, an adjacent dining table seats 8 - 10 and the living room holds a large sectional sofa that invites guests to kick back and enjoy a cozy fire in front of the gas fireplace. The primary en-suite bedroom with king bed has a Jacuzzi soaking tub and access to a balcony with furniture, presenting a perfect spot to begin your days with a coffee facing gorgeous views before you begin your adventures for the day! There is a 2nd en-suite bedroom with 2 sets of bunks and a trundle for a total of 5 beds, a main floor bedroom with a queen bed and the wifi connection throughout this lovely home makes it easy for guests to stay in touch socially wherever they are most comfortable.  
  
The covered porch allows for cooking meals on a gas grill in the fresh air or relaxing in Adirondack chairs during any weather while taking in the views. Stroll from your front door over to a sandy beachfront for sunbathing and swimming or bring your canoe or kayak to observe nature at its finest while cruising over 30 miles of interconnected waterways. The hikers in your group will relish the access to an on site groomed nature trail and numerous sporting opportunities will surround you! Whether you are seeking a getaway to include fishing, snowmobiling, ziplining, hiking or other Adirondack experiences, you will be able to fulfill whatever fun daily adventures your group is seeking in the surrounding areas.  
  
Walk to the Sunset Bistro with fine cuisine, cocktails and dining with views within only steps away or visit Village of Saranac Lake for more dining and entertainment options. Mount Pisgah Ski Mountain, several natural attractions, endless sporting opportunities, the Olympic Village of Lake Placid with several more venues and much more awaits visitors to this ideal vacation rental.  
  
Heron #5 presents a perfect home base to return back to after your daily adventures or a quiet retreat surrounded by the beauty of nature! However you choose to spend your time you are sure to take home an abundance of fond memories!  
  
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed, Main Level, Jack & Jill Bathroom (shared with kitchen), Closet  
  
Bedroom 2: King Bed, View, 2nd Level, Closet, Ceiling Fan, Jacuzzi tub, Dresser, Ensuite Bathroom, Balcony with 2 chairs  
  
Bedroom 3: Bunk Bed (2 Twins), Bunk Bed with Trundle (3 Twins), View, Dresser, Closet, Fan, Ceiling Fan, ensuite bathroom  
  
Bathroom 1: Between bedroom 1 and kitchen, Shower, Hair Dryer  
  
Bathroom 2: Bedroom 2, Shower with seat, Hair Dryer  
  
Bathroom 3: Bedroom 3, Shower  
  
What Awaits You:  
  
Register for the Saranac Lake 6er Hiking Challenge to earn a coveted 6er patch and ring the traditional 6er bell! Experience hikes with varied ranges of difficulty that start and end from the 6er Bell in Berkely Green Park to Mount Baker at 1.8 miles and move on to surrounding areas to climb McKenzie at 10 miles, Ampersand at 5.4 miles, Scarface at 6.8 miles, Haystack at 6.6 miles and St. Regis at 6.6 miles. Some people stretch hikes out to months or years and the more adventurous aim to become a winter 6er or complete all hikes in 24 hours to become an Ultra 6er!  
  
Jackrabbit Ski Trail presents visitors with 34 miles of groomed cross country/hiking trails that begin in Keene and pass through Lake Placid, Saranac Lake and Paul Smiths offering all day ski trips with plenty of entry/exit opportunities along the way.  
0.6 Miles Away  
  
Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center with breathtaking mountaintop views offers many outdoor activities including cross country or downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snow tubing, mountain bike trails or walking/hiking trails.  
  
3.7 Miles Away  
  
Prescott and Riverfront Parks showcase breathtaking scenery along the Lake Flower shoreline, offer public access to a public Boat Launch in the summer, are home to a weekly outdoor summer market and host the widely popular Winter Carnival Ice Palace and specialized wintertime events.  
  
1.6 Miles Away  
  
Lake Colby Beach is a public and sandy swimming beach with volleyball net for a little sporting fun and a picnic area to allow for visitors to pack a lunch and enjoy a full day of fun in the sun. This is also a huge draw for avid ice fishers in the winter!  
  
2.0 Miles Away  
  
Dewey Mountain Recreation Center has programs and events with trails ranging from easy to difficult for skiing/snowshoeing in the winter and hiking/mountain biking in the summer. There are ski coaches for beginners and evening ski jams with live music, night skiing and bonfires for the night owls!  
  
0.9 Miles Away  
  
Saranac Riverwalk follows the Saranac River as it winds through the Village downtown. This River is popular with kayakers, beckons fishermen to drop a line in the water and offers a scenic walking path.  
  
1.5 Miles Away  
  
Riverside Park sitting on the shoreline of Lake Flower presents great views of Scarface Mountain and is host to many local events. Summertime brings free concerts at the bandshell, an inviting Farmers Market on Saturdays and a great picnic spot!  
  
1.3 Miles Away  
  
William Morris Park features the magnificent Adirondack Carousel that invites young and old to take a ride on Adirondack animals that were all carved by local artisans. There is also a playground and picnic area along with numerous events and activities for the young at heart.  
  
1.5 Miles Away  
  
Berkeley Green is a beautifully tiered park with year round activity in the town center. Enjoy free summer concerts, a picnic, or just relax on the grass! Wintertime brings out local carolers and invites guests to enjoy a bonfire.  
  
1.4 Miles Away  
  
The Wild Center of Tupper Lake is a museum/adventure park sitting amid 115 acres with 54,000 square feet of indoor space that features stunning live animal and interactive exhibits along with multi-media shows in a spacious theater. The outside offers walking trails, naturalist guides throughout, guided canoe trips and special Adirondack themed workshops including the art of ice fishing and more!  
  
19.8 Miles Away  
  
Several Waterways lead out from downtown with launching available from Baldwin Park Cartop Launch, Lake Flower, Lake Colby Boat Launch, Riverwalk Kayak Launch, Saranac River, Ampersand Bay Boat Launch, Lower Saranac Lake and Lake Flower Boat Launch for easy access to several miles of waterways and breathtaking views of the nature that will surround you! Endless sporting opportunities, adventures, culture and entertainment will surround you in the All America City of Saranac Lake!

## Property amenities

### Beach

- On the beach

### Internet

- Available in the house: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Games
- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Area rugs in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- In a village
- On a lake
- On the waterfront

### Things to do

- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Swimming 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)
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Unit size: 1 square foot

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

Minimum check-in age - 21 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 

### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 

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 

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

### Property is also known as

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## About the area

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Saranac Lake, NY

#### What's nearby

- Dewey Mountain Recreation Center \- 12 min walk \- 0.6 miles
- The Waterhole \- 2 min drive \- 1.0 mile
- Saranac Laboratory Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles
- Adirondack Carousel \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles
- Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles

#### Getting around

- Saranac Lake, NY (SLK-Adirondack Regional) - 15 min drive

#### Restaurants

- ‪Stewart's Shops - ‬4 min drive
- ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
- ‪Bitters & Bones - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Nori's, Good Food Naturally - ‬3 min drive
- ‪Fusion Market - ‬3 min drive

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