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Take Me Home, Country Roads

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Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Beach
Front Porch facing River
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8185 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Keene, NY
  • Whiteface Mountain
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Wilmington Town Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • High Falls Gorge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3 Upstairs

2 Single Beds

Loft

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Floor Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Master Bathroom Ensuite 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Take Me Home, Country Roads

Discover the allure of Keene, nestled within the Adirondacks High Peaks region, in this comfortable four-bedroom getaway. Nestled just a 15-minute drive from the renowned Whiteface Mountain, 20 minutes from historic Lake Placid village, and serene Mirror Lake, this property offers the perfect base for your outdoor adventures.

As you arrive, you'll be greeted by the inviting porch, where you can sip your morning coffee and plan the day's activities as you listen to the East Branch of the AuSable River. Inside, the fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and all the necessary appliances, allows you to easily prepare delicious meals. Gather around the dining table or step outside to the fire pit and outdoor furniture for alfresco dining under the stars.

Originally constructed in 1840, this home has pine siding interior, hardwood floors and rustic decor that complement the natural surroundings of the Adirondacks. Roam over five acres that include open meadows, a sunflower field, iconic barn, and pine forests, or stroll down to a secluded private beach on the East Branch of the Ausable River. A special feature of our property. New York State land directly across from the property protects the privacy of fishermen, swimmers and sunbathers.

When it's time to unwind, cozy up by the wood stove in the living room and enjoy the cable TV, or challenge your family to a game night with the selection of games and toys provided. With the convenience of a washing machine and dryer, you can pack light and focus on making the most of your vacation.

Whether you're seeking a rejuvenating escape or an action-packed getaway, this 4-bedroom vacation home in Keene has everything you need for an unforgettable stay in the Adirondacks.

Property manager

Trish McSweeney
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking on property. $500.00 FINE.
Please ensure the beds are stripped; the dishes are washed; the kitchen & refrigerator is clean. Garbage should be put in bins behind house.
*The East Fork of the Ausable River can be very strong – please use caution with your children and you’re belongings when enjoying time at the River.
Please indicate in your reservation details if you are bringing a pet. Each pet is $150 and should be included in your reservation.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Keene

Located in Keene, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Mirror Lake and Hurricane Mountain Wilderness reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dartbrook Rustic Goods and Adirondack Reflections. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Olympic Sports Complex or Olympic Jumping Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Keene, NY

What's nearby

  • Whiteface Mountain - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Wilmington Town Beach - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • High Falls Gorge - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Santa's Workshop - 17 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Mirror Lake - 28 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cloudspin Lounge - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪High Falls Gorge - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Adirondack Chocolates - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Take Me Home, Country Roads pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Take Me Home, Country Roads?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Take Me Home, Country Roads?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Take Me Home, Country Roads located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Ausable River and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hurricane Mountain Wilderness and Wells Memorial Library. Keene Public Library and Dartbrook Rustic Goods are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelley A.

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

Family Weekend

What a wonderful way to celebrate two family birthdays!! We can not say enough about how wonderful the accommodations were. The house was clean and cozy and the owner was easy to communicate with and went above and beyond to make sure that we had what we needed. The house is a short drive to Whiteface mountain and just thirty minutes to the quaint town of Lake Placid. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

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

Cozy Ski house

The home was exactly as described. Warm, cozy and properly equipped for our family. We were centrally located between Lake Placid and Whiteface. We had a busy itinerary, but when we were at the cabin, the family room and game table was where everyone gathered. Thank you for sharing your winter wonderland cabin with us. Hopefully we will be back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Nice to be by the river.

Place was pretty nice. We used it as home base for a ton of hiking. Had plenty of room to cook and cleanup and lounge after as well. RoaRoad traffic was
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Good times

Nice place, beautiful weather, wonderful country. Coffee every morning on the front porch listening to the Ausable River flow by was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Alice C.

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

Great time in Keene NY

We enjoyed our stay at the Riverhouse. Everything was as described. The location was perfect and the host was excellent at communication. We highly recommend this place - close to lots of hikes as well as Olympic sites/attraction in Lake Placid. The host provided us with lots ideas of things to do and places to eat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine r.

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

Best of nature all in one place

The cabin and property were perfect for a getaway. Well maintained and great location. The proximity to the river was beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

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

Great getaway!

This property had everything we needed and more. Wished we had more time to enjoy it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

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

Memorable stay at the Riverhouse

What a beautiful home! It was more spacious than we expected and filled with ADK character and charm. Everyone in our family loved hanging out by the Ausable, exploring the shore and tubing. A very special place!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amee K.

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

Great peaceful getaway

Overall we were very happy with our stay. You can hear the river from the house and is a short walk to it. The house was cozy and perfect for the four of us. Awesome dark skies at night. Everyone in town was very nice. The food at the Ice jam inn and restaurant was the best we tried in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

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

Another great vacation

The perfect place for our family gathering. Owners are very responsive and are great with communication. Our 4th summer here and we love it as much as the first. Thanks Trish and Mark, we are already looking forward to next year
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

roxanne l.

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

Relaxing getaway!

We enjoyed our stay here for Canadian Thanksgiving. The cabin is furnished and decorated perfectly to provide a real cozy atmosphere. It’s exceptionally comfortable. The photos don’t do it justice. Very well stocked. Amazing privacy along the river bed. Close to trails. Excellent views of the fall colours. A short drive to the busy areas of Lake Plscid. Enjoyed Flume Falls and going on the Cloud splitter gondola up Whiteface Mon. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norah N.

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

Great stay!

There is so much right about this house: the cabiny comfort, the quiet, the river, the fire pit, the grill and the location near so many good hikes. We loved it and I hope we can come back. It got hot but the fans provided made it comfortable. The Wi-Fi is spotty and slow but that only encouraged more reading.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Another nice and relaxing stay

Great place on Ausable River
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

46

Nice, comfortable place for a group of guys who first came to the ADKs 50 years ago as teenage scouts. Still working on their 46, some harder than others, one in the group bagged number 45 & 46 on the trip. YEA BABY!! Great time. Hopefully not the last.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

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

Amazing stay!

Myself, my husband, our two girls and our friends with their two boys stayed for a long weekend! It was in a great location to get to whiteface but also into Lake Placid.The house was exactly as shown if not better! Everything was beautifully decorated and cozy. The king bed and queen beds were really comfortable and none of the 4 kids said anything bad about their beds. The kids adventured on the river with some of the adults which was beautiful. We didn’t have to use the washer and drier but it was there if needed. Dishwasher was great to have! Lots of games to play at night or while relaxing during the day. Some of our group went to whiteface for the day and the Moms went to the Jack Rabbit trail to cross country ski. Responsiveness was amazing and everyone was helpful and friendly. I will suggest that they take more photos because the photos just don’t do it as much justice as it deserves. Thank you again for a wonderful 3 day weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley O.

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

The river house never disappoints

This is our 8th stay at the river house, and we hope it’s a tradition that continues for many more years. Trish and Mark have put so much love into the property, the continued improvements mix the charm of the original house with modern convenience. The house is clean and filled with everything you may need on your vacation including clean comfortable bedding, all kitchen needs, a gas grill and board games. We enjoyed spending the days at the river and the evenings around the game table.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

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

Comfortable cabin

Really enjoyed our stay! Especially enjoyed the riverfront and sitting around the fire. A great getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte R.

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

Best cabin ever!!!!

We love it here!! Best location right on the river! The owners are amazing and take great care of the property!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

ADK - Location Location Location

This property in addition to a beautiful AuSable river side beach is close to so many hikes and swimming holes. The drive to Lake Placid, either of the two ways (we like both), is beautiful. The local grocery, produce shops, and restaurants (including the Monday Tuesday grill walking distance) are a nice break from cooking (kitchen, gas grill, or campfire). House is very comfortable with recently upgraded restrooms, washer/dryer, and outdoor shower.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

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

Wonderful Vacation Home!

We loved staying at this comfy home in Keene/Upper Jay. The house was very clean, well equipped, and we felt like we were in a homey cabin in the woods. We were there for hiking and it was well situated to trails both in Lake Placid and Wilmington, and everywhere in between! I loved sitting out on the front porch in the morning with my coffee and in the evening with a glass of wine and listening to the Ausable go by. When we walked across the road to the picnic area and saw the river and the beach, all we could think was "we have got to bring our grandchildren here!!" Trish is excellent about communications and sharing info on the surrounding area! We can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri W.

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

Amazing location!

We had a perfect trip! We had 3 adults, 2 teens, 2 12yos, and 2 dogs. The river was my favorite part!!! It’s absolutely beautiful, secluded, and perfect. The location was great overall too. Our activities away from the house included climbing a high peak (Phelps, from the Adirondack loj trailhead), cliff jumping at flume falls (an annual stop we make), a new cliff jumping spot- split rock falls, a day in lake placid, basketball & biking at Wilmington town park, and mountain biking right across the street!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

Summer Paradise

Incredible location and a well appointed house with good management.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice B.

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

UpperJay Oasis

Clean, convenient, well-appointed, & an incredible location.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise K., Selkirk, NY USA

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

Great stay!

Our second Summer at the River House and it was just as wonderful as our first year. We've already booked a Fall weekend. The location is perfect for high peaks activities and the river is so relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn K.

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

Perfect honeymoon

The river house is beautiful, and in a great location to everywhere we wanted to go. The fire ring above the river made for some wonderful, peaceful evenings. They dogs loved the close access to the river as well. We will be back next time we visit the Adirondacks!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Trish McSweeney

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Mark and I love traveling but prefer to live like locals wherever we go. Sharing our space with you will give you the opportunity to live like locals in the high peaks of the Adirondack Mountains to discover for yourself what makes the Adirondacks so magical.

Why they chose this property

Mark and I had been visiting the Adirondacks for years, spending time doing what we love to do when we aren't working: hiking; biking; skiing; kayaking; and paddling. We stayed at the River House our first summer as guests and fell in love with it. When we heard it was for sale we decided to take the plunge to have a place of our own... it has changed our lives. We want to continue to offer this magical property to other travelers to love and enjoy like we do.

What makes this property unique

Six miles to Whiteface Mountain. A private sandy beach on the river; fly fishing; hiking; biking; skiing...it's all at your front door. There is an outdoor shower to get the sand out of your toes after spending time on the beach or exercising in the high peaks.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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