Camp Altai

Camp Altai is a very impressive Adirondack style waterfront vacation rental in Lake Placid that offers accommodations for up to 12 guests in a private home perched on the shoreline of Mirror Lake! This beautiful home boasts lots of windows for an abundance of natural light and great views throughout, 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and plenty of space for everyone in your group to spread out.

Step into a foyer with bench seating and storage spaces for your outerwear on the way in with a large laundry room to the left.
The inviting open floor plan features a fully applianced gourmet kitchen, perfect for creating meals to dine at home and a breakfast bar with 5 stools that leads to the dining room with a grandiose kings table that seats 10. The living room with TV, games table, spacious sectional sofa with room for all to relax in comfort also offers access to the deck. There is an ensuite bedroom on the main floor that presents beautiful lake views and the open stairway leads to the 2nd floor with open loft area, primary bath suite with gas fireplace and balcony, a bunk room and a den that holds a futon and TV. The 3rd floor also has an open loft area, and 2 more bedrooms along with separate shower and toilet facilities. 

This fabulous waterfront vacation rental invites visitors to spend time relaxing at home with plenty of space inside and out. There is an enclosed porch with table, lots of seating and a woodstove for chilly evenings. The deck with grill and several Adirondack chairs that face the lake has both a covered area for inclement weather and an open area for basking in the sun. Walk across the sweeping lawn to reach a dock and private Mirror Lake access for swimming or using the 2 canoes and 2 kayaks to tour across and explore the lake.

Plan your next get away with a trip to the quaint Olympic Village of Lake Placid and take advantage of the many opportunities that will be easily within your reach for creating a dream vacation! This fabulous home offers visitors a vacation experience in grandiose style with private waterfront ideally located just a very short, approximately 8 minute walk along the shoreline to reach the Village center for browsing shops, visiting parks, playing tennis, tobogganing, skating or visiting the Olympic Arena and affiliated venues! This property is approximately a four minute walk to the Lake Placid marina and a five minute drive to the nearest golf course. This home will also place you in a central location for participating in several other sporting activities and visiting many natural attractions!  Play, relax, breathe in the fresh air and take in the beauty that will surround you while staying in this unique area located in the heart of the Adirondacks!

NUMBER OF VEHICLES ALLOWED:
Camp Atai offers a Maximum of 4 parking spaces for guest use. The Town of North Elba, Village of Lake Placid has adopted new Short-Term Vacation Rental Regulations that include rental parking limitations for the maximum number of motor vehicles allowed on property. Parking is NOT permitted on any part of the lawn or on any part of a sidewalk and like other communities the ordinance asks that you obey all regulations when parking in public.

Short-Term Rental Permit: STR-200069

Lake Placid Main Street with shopping galore, varied dining options, breweries, theater, Mids park with year round events, Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks, skating and public beach with playground, tennis courts and toboggan run
0.8 Miles Away
Mirror Lake is the center of the community with year round activity. Public beach, kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding in the summer becomes a winter hub of activity when the lake ices over. Take a thrilling ride down the toboggan chute, skate around the 2 mile cleared track on waters edge or play a rowdy game of ice hockey!
0.8 Miles Away
Lake Placid Lake presents visitors with opportunity to launch from the public boat launch and cruise across pristine waters, enjoy water skiing/tubing fun or take a guided boat tour to learn the history of the waters and properties that surround the lake.
0.0 Miles Away - Direct Access
Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks including the world famous Herb Brooks Rink that hosted the Miracle on Ice Game in 1980 and the outdoor speed skating oval
1.5 Miles Away
John Brown Farm is a historic site with museum and memorial grounds featuring period reenactments, picnic area and access to trails for hiking cross country skiing or snowshoeing.
3.8 Miles Away
Ski Jump Complex Watch ski jumpers fly, flip and spiral through the air after vaulting off the ski jumps! Take a ride on the 8 passenger gondola, experience the thrill of zip lines next to the 100 meter ski jump or take a glass elevator to the sky deck to gaze on amazing panoramic views!
3.6 Miles Away
Mount Van Hoevenberg Experience the thrill of the longest Cliffside Coaster in North America, cruise down the Bobsled run on a guided ½ mile track of up to 50 mph, bike, run, hike or watch exciting events.
8.8 Miles Away
Horse Show Grounds Excellent opportunity to watch 2 separate horse jumping competitions that take place at the end June and beginning of July.
3.4 Miles Away
Experience Outdoors Guided Zip Line Tours Guides will lead you through zip line tours with varied height levels, Adventure Park activities, 3D Archery or Mountaintop Yoga.
5.8 Miles Away
Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington beckons visitors to glide down over 3 peaks with 25 miles of trails available for varied experience levels for skiing and snowboarding in the winter along with summer gondola rides, disc golf, nature hiking and Oktoberfest festivals in the fall.
9.3 Miles Away
High Falls Gorge in Wilmington 22 Acre nature park with bridges walkways and groomed trails that showcase 4 separate w7.8 Miles Away
North Pole Santa’s Workshop in Wilmington is a theme park set up as a Santa’s Storybook Village geared towards children and the young at heart. Lots for families to see and do in this wondrous setting!
13.7 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!
29.7 Miles Away

Lake Placid and the surrounding areas feature several lakes, fishing, golfing, hunting, biking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and so many more varied sporting or entertainment opportunities for visitors.
 

Quick Question & Answer Information about our properties and services:
Q. What type of vacation rental properties do you offer?
A. We offer a wide selection of vacation rental properties ranging from cozy cabins to luxury retreats. We set very high-standards to enhance your vacation experience and ensure guest satisfaction. All Engel & Volkers rental properties are well maintained in desirable locations, fully furnished and tastefully appointed.
Q. What are your office hours?
A. Our office is open from 8:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. six days a week, Sunday’s by appointment and available to handle issues 24/7.
Q. Where and when do I check-in the day of my arrival?
A. Check in time is 4:00 p.m. unless we have approved and earlier check-in time. Please stop by our office to pick up your key and complimentary welcome tote. If you plan to arrive after 5:00 p.m., kindly let us know and we will make arrangements with you for key pickup. Engel & Volkers is conveniently located at 2284 Saranac Avenue, Lake Placid, NY 12946.
Q. When is departure time?
A. The check-out time is 10:00 a.m., sharp. If possible, we will grant late check-out requests on the day of departure. Please call us at least 48 hours in advance if you wish to extend your check-out. Please note that late check-outs are not always available due to reservation turnovers.
Q. Is there a cleaning fee?
A. Yes, there is a one-time cleaning fee that applies to every rental. This fee is based on the number of bedrooms, bathrooms and overall size of the property. If you’d like additional housekeeping during your stay, please call us to book a mid-stay clean.
Q. Are linens and towels included?
A. Yes, all of our vacation rental properties include linens and towels at the property for your use.
Q. Are paper products, soaps and other household supplies included?
Our vacation rentals are furnished with a start-up supply of paper and soap products. This includes paper towels, toilet paper, dishwashing soap, garbage bags, a clean sponge and laundry soap. Some homes may also have a basic supply of spices, cooking oil and cooking spray. Depending on how long your stay is and your level of usage, you may need to purchase more of these items at any of the local grocery stores.
Q. Are washers & dryers available?
A. Yes, most of our properties have a washer and dryer available.
Q. Are pets permitted?
A. Some of our vacation properties accept pets and a pet deposit is required. Please look for a pet friendly designation on our web-site or call us and we can help arrange suitable accommodations.
Q. Is smoking allowed in my rental property?
A. No, smoking is strictly prohibited in any of our vacation properties.
Q. Is there air-conditioning in my rental property?
A. Most properties do not have air conditioning since the average daily high temperature tends to hover around 75-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months.
Q. What other types of services can Engel & Volkers Lake Placid Real Estate assist with?
A. We are a locally owned full-service real estate agency and vacation rental company in business since 1979. Our hope is that you have the most enjoyable time during your stay, and that you will consider us your resource for "all things Lake Placid." Whether you are looking for a delicious place to eat, the best place for a hike, shopping, entertainment, we will gladly share our knowledge of the area and let you in our favorites! If you fall in love with the area and would like to find your dream home, we would welcome the opportunity to help you own your "piece of the Adirondacks".