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Ampersand Bay Resort

3.5 star property
On a private sand beach, near Dewey Mountain Recreation Center

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Ampersand Bay Resort, near Adirondack Carousel and Dewey Mountain, offers a peaceful retreat with a marina, firepit, and private beach. Relax on sun loungers, dine at Sunset Bistro with water views, enjoy motor boating in summer, snowshoeing in winter, and WiFi throughout.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 102 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside | Living area | TV

Panoramic Suite, Mountain View, Lakeside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Cabin, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Beachside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Partial Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Beachside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View

Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Partial Lake View

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
12983, NY, Saranac Lake, 31 Bayside Dr, Lake Placid

What's nearby

  • Dewey Mountain Recreation Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Waterhole - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Saranac Laboratory Museum - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Adirondack Carousel - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Saranac Lake Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 3 min drive - 1.9 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
  • ‪Nori's, Good Food Naturally - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fusion Market - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ampersand Bay Resort

Lodge near Dewey Mountain Recreation Center
Located close to Adirondack Carousel, Ampersand Bay Resort provides a marina, a firepit, and laundry facilities. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this lodge is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The on-site local and international cuisine bistro, Sunset Bistro, offers brunch, dinner, and happy hour. Enjoy onsite activities like motor boating, volleyball, and kayaking. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a banquet hall
  • An off-leash area, 1 meeting room, and a paddleboard on site
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra amenities include:
  • Jetted tubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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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 transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 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 elevator

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
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • 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

Property 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Ampersand Bay Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ampersand Bay Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Ampersand Bay Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ampersand Bay Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this Saranac Lake lodge is within 2 mi (3 km) of Dewey Mountain Recreation Center and Adirondack Carousel. Mirror Lake and Olympic Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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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

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abram

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

8/10 Good

Kelly

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the spacious cabin and the access to boats and the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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

Verified traveler

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

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

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views and great boat access. We'll definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful cabin!

We love staying at the Balsam cabin, such a clean and beautiful place! Thank you for another awesome trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cozy townhouse. Will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Lake Saranac

We enjoyed our stay at the Oak house. View of lake and very roomy. Perfect for long weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet spot to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful! We stayed in the Beach cabin and it was perfect. Really big and spacious. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful property and we really enjoyed our stay . The view out the master bedroom in the evening and morning was spectacular. Definitely will visit again…

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cozy!

Beautiful cabin! So relaxing and cozy. We very much enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been coming for years, love it hear
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy

Perfect for our fishing trip for those who chose not to camp
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. We went kayaking and really enjoyed it. The property is clean, very beautiful wooden structure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Allan

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

4/10 Poor

Aviad

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

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

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