The Bear's Cottage on Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, New York

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Bear's cottage nestled in a quiet park-like setting on Mirror Lake drive.

Front gated entrance and private drive leading to the Bear's cottage.

Front private gated entrance to Bear's cottage with cottage in the background.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2588 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Breakfast available
Pet-friendly
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Lake Placid, NY

Mirror Lake
‪1 min walk‬
Olympic Center
‪17 min walk‬
Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum
‪17 min walk‬
Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

A luxury stay is awaiting you at the Bear's Cottage on Mirror Lake Drive in the Village of Lake Placid under the Short-Term Rental Permit STR-200013. You have a tranquil, wooded setting next to a small pond with your own private fire-pit. This is a 5-star cabin and great for a single or a couple wanting to be a part of Lake Placid, with a short 15- minute walk around Mirror Lake brick to the center of the village. So close but also private enough to unwind. You also have your own private drive to access your accommodations as well as plenty of room to park you boat or snowmobile trailer.

With this location you can enjoy the many attractions and activities this Olympic Village & the surrounding Adirondacks has to offer such as Whiteface Mountain, Mirror Lake (directly across Mirror Lake drive), Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum, Mid's Park, Olympic ski jumping, bobsled, tobogganing, luge, hiking trails, zip-lining, skiing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling and many excellent restaurants. You even have a front row seat to the swim, bike and run of our famous Iron Man races. You can also have a private bonfire to toast marsh mellows just outside your door. Flat-screen TV with cable channels is provided as well as Wi-Fi. In-cabin dining is easy with amenities like refrigerator, stove and upscale silverware and place settings. Concierge services are provided, and cabin dinners can be arranged as an added cost. Premium bedding with freshly ironed sheets invites a comfortable night's sleep, and you'll find nice touches like free toiletries.

Property manager

Pam Clyde-Davis

Languages

English

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Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets 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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Placid

Located in Lake Placid, this cabin is on a lake. Mirror Lake and Hurricane Mountain Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum and Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Olympic Center or Olympic Jumping Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lake Placid, NY

What's nearby

Mirror Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Lake Placid Club Golf Courses - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Olympic Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Lake Placid Winter Olympic Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Lake Placid Adirondack Scenic Railroad Station - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Lake Placid Pub & Brewery - ‬13 min walk
‪The Pickled Pig - ‬16 min walk
‪Emma's Lake Placid Creamery - ‬19 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bear's Cottage on Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, New York pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bear's Cottage on Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, New York?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bear's Cottage on Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, New York?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bear's Cottage on Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid, New York located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Mirror Lake, Lake Placid Club Golf Courses and Lake Placid Public Beach. Jackrabbit Trail and Adirondack Equine Center are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

2 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful, peaceful cottage

We loved our stay and the owners gave us a warm welcome!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

5 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear Cottage Dream Getaway

The property was absolutely perfect! Very well appointed. The hosts, Pam and Jim, were amazing and made our stay extra special by helping us obtain dinner reservations at one of the best restaurants in Lake Placid on short notice. We will be back! Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

4 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Placid weekend

The most lace was absolutely perfect! Clean and decorated exquisitely. Every single thing was great!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

17 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another fantastic stay in the ADK!

The Bears' Cottage is our must-stay location when visiting Lake Placid! The hosts are genuinely great people and the place itself is cozy, comfortable, and well-appointed. We will be back again soon!! ♥️

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

9 Jan, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved our stay!

Bear Cottage was so cosy and comfortable, we had a relaxing stay. There are lots of beautiful trials nearby and Whiteface mountain is a 15min drive. Its a short walk to the town and some very nice restaurants. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

24 Jun, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Reward

A new, rustic yet artistic, cabin in the woods constructed with care and exquisitely maintained by gracious hosts.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree C.

15 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impeccable!

Pam and Jim left no detail behind! The amenities, decor, comfort, they really did a fabulous job; right down to water/food bowls for the dogs. We have stayed at many five star resorts and this stay was right up there. The fact they accepted dogs to stay was a huge plus. Can't stop telling our friends and family how wonderful this property was. We look forward to a return stay the next time we visit the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shery A.

20 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully decorated cozy cabin in Lake Placid woods

Wonderful experience at this property - Pam and Jim were excellent, generous hosts and the cabin was magnificent! Cozy, comfortable and close to town. We had a great stay and look forward to another visit again soon!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tomo M.

8 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage

Great little cottage that's perfect for a Lake Placid Stay. Jim and Pam are phenomenal hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

27 Mar, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

Beautiful cozy cottage! Peacefully and clean had everything you possibly needed.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David I.

29 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

The property was exactly as shown in the photos online. The host made an extra effort to make sure we were comfortable and happy. Loved it!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

3 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear cottage

Absolutely love Bear Cottage. Cozy, well equipped, clean as can be, and perfectly located. Private yet close to everything. Best hosts ever!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

10 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bear’s Cottage

This property is perfect for many reasons! The cottage is cozy, impeccable, beautifully decorated, and walking distance to Mirror Lake. Jim and Pam are gracious hosts and we can’t wait to go back!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corey F.

4 Mar, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

The pictures do not do the Cottage justice. It's a wonderful spot and a just a close walk to town. Pam and Jim do an excellent job making your stay as enjoyable as possible. We look forward to coming back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th Anniversary

We were very fortunate to book this vacation rental on short notice because am told that it is usually booked up. We were able to meet Jim and Pam and they could not have been more gracious and accommodating. The rental was immaculate and we marveled over the attention to detail and the amenities. My wife and I would both highly recommend it.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

29 Aug, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

The Bear's Cottage was exactly as depicted and we could not have been happier with the accommodations or the hosts.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

David K.

2 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Woodland Chic

Fairytale cottage in the woods with complete privacy, an absolute gem. The space is well appointed, clean and as charming and beautiful as the pictures on-line. The location provides easy access to all activities in the Lake Placid area. Easy walk to town along the waterfront.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis D.

19 Mar, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couples retreat

This was simply the perfect property to have a secluded but close to town location. The property was immaculate and had all the amenities needed to relax and enjoy ourselves. The owners were beyond accommodating. Thank you Jim and Pam, we can’t wait to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

20 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pure Mountain Bliss!

Words and photos don't do this place justice - it's a beautiful, relaxing retreat that will have you feeling completely refreshed after your stay in Lake Placid. From the immaculately landscaped property to the charming decor, close proximity to Mirror Lake and the lovely shops along Main Street, to the gracious hosts, you will absolutely love your stay at the Bears Cottage. I truly look forward to staying here again the next time I vacation in the Adirondacks.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

KIM M., Selkirk NY

25 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage

We really enjoyed the location of beautiful Bears cottage. The grounds are gorgeous and you are so close to everything in town but yet have your own tranquil retreat. We walked around mirror lake, hiked, biked and took our pup swimming in an area that was a doggie swim beach on Mirror Lake. Lake Placid is super pup friendly. Jim and Pam are wonderful hosts and very communicative with any questions we had.We would love to visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

30 May, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Getaway with Amazing, Kind and Thoughtful Hosts

My Wife and our Dogs spent (3) nights at the Bear's Cottage and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Pam and Jim's attention to detail regarding how the Cottage is designed is second to none, and their their 5-star Concierge Service was so comforting and extremely helpful, too. The Cottage was stocked with so many amenities and thoughtful gifts, and really made for a wonderful setting. Without hesitation, we highly recommend the Bear's Cottage!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

16 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another lovely ADK vacation at the Bear's Cottage!

The Bear's Cottage was literally better than ever! The hosts made a few upgrades that were so seamless that we didn't even notice they were new! This was our first time visiting in the fall and, oh my, was it a treat! Even our dogs enjoying running and playing on the property. We are really looking forward to another fun and rejuvenating stay here in 2024!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg E.

28 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Bear's Cottage: The Perfect Cozy Place on a Cold Winter Day

If you're looking for a cozy cabin in the woods that feels like you have the world to yourself, but you want to be close to everything that's happening in Lake Placid, the Bear's Cottage is the perfect place. It's not too little and not too big. It's just right! And the hosts are close by with anything you might need, but not at all intrusive. We'll be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci N.

8 Oct, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

“First” time

Pam and Jim are amazing! Look no further to stay at Lake Placid. All the amenities as a 5 star hotel, tucked away in the most beautiful setting! We made forever friends with Pam and Jim and definitely will be back for a repeat stay! Best- Traci & Tim

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D., New Jersey

29 Oct, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Renewed My Spirit !

The Bear Cottage was lovely, it had everything we needed. Pam & Jim always let us know they were a phone call away if we needed anything. We were close to Mirror lake and town, great options for dinning and shopping. My husband and I love to hike, we found a different place to hike everyday. We plan on returning to The Bear Cottage it was a wonderful week.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Pam Clyde-Davis

Pam and Jim have owned commercial real estate for 25+ years. They have resided in Lake Placid since the late 90's and have owned and resided on the property on Mirror Lake Drive that the Bear's Cottage sits on since 2003. They thoroughly enjoy meeting and hosting the guests acting as their concierge in helping them to have a memorable visit during their stay in Lake Placid and the surrounding Adirondacks.

Why they chose this property

The Bear's Cottage provides luxuries and a 5 Star, first class accommodations that most top flight hotels used to supply pre-COVID. The Cottage is in a secluded, solitary living environment in a park-like setting and a short walk along Mirror Lake drive to the Village center of Lake Placid.

What makes this property unique

On occasional Saturday nights throughout the summer from June into September we host singer/songwriters from around the country to play in our backyard amphitheater like-setting to sing and tell their stories behind the songs that they have written. Many of these songwriters are from Nashville and have written #1 or top of the chart hits and/or have opened for top artists while they are touring. This is an opportunity to be in an intimate setting up close and personal with these artists.