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RESTORED HISTORIC ADIRONDACK CAMP: VIEWS OF NEARBY GORE MOUTAIN, PRIVACY, HISTOR

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Bird Camp
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 574.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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North River, NY
  • Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Thirteenth Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

RESTORED HISTORIC ADIRONDACK CAMP: VIEWS OF NEARBY GORE MOUTAIN, PRIVACY, HISTOR

Lovingly restored historic Adirondack Bird Camp is surrounded by wildflower meadows with beautiful mountain views. Located on family compound of glamping tents and unique cabins. Wildflower meadows to wander, a private firepit for star gazing and just down the road from beautiful 13th Lake.

Enjoy a hot tub experience in our new Japanese temple-like spa!

Most nights we offer wood-fired pizza. Close to rail biking, whitewater rafting and the town of North Creek.

Lovingly restored by the great-granddaughter of the original owners, this unique historic cabin still retains many original details and decorations. Many visitors say they feel like they’re stepping back in time. There are lovely leaded glass windows, a handsome rustic stone fireplace, richly stained wood walls, beautifully faded oriental rugs and original china. There is a tidy new country kitchen with reclaimed porcelain sink, new gas stove, fridge, microwave, dishes and utensils.

Upstairs are two bedrooms each with a double bed, wide pine floors, and country décor. And at last --- after 100 years of our relatives using an outside “privy” back when this was just a summer “camp”, we have a bathroom -- clawfoot tub with shower hoop and beautiful vessel sink on original ladies wash vanity. Towels and soaps provided. The bathroom window offers the best view of the mountains.

There are treasured family hand-me-downs as well as odds and ends which nobody felt comfortable throwing away. Like all family camps, there are bits and pieces of everyone who came before; wooden floors record the scuffs and scratches of generations. There are many photographs showing life at “camp” since the turn of the century. All this gives this Adirondack cottage its own special personality, a unique sense of space --- a treasury of feelings, sensations and memories of family and friends.
The house sleeps four to six comfortably: there are two bedrooms each with double beds. On the glassed in porch is a single bed and there is a sofa in the living room.

The land is truly spectacular. In summer, wildflower meadows spill down the hill, flanked by beautiful forests.

We welcome your well-behaved dog as long as he or she stays OFF the furniture, isn't left alone in the house and stays on leash to protect our chickens and ducks.

The Hudson River is at the bottom of our little mountain. In the spring, summer and fall, there is white water rafting for reasonable rates. You can also rent a tube and float down river (the nearby rafting company can rent you the tubes, then pick you up and then bring you back). Of course, the river offers fishing, bathing or just a great place to sit by and think.

Enjoy a hot tub experience! Built within a beautiful Japanese temple-like structure on one of the most beautiful spots of our land, our all natural no-chemical hot tub is a delightful way to start your morning, relax after hiking or winding down after dinner. Available for a private experience for $25 for an hour of wonderful relaxation. Let us know if you would like to book.

We have a happy lab dog Sammy who enjoys spending time with our guests. We have free ranging chickens (get some eggs from the henhouse) and sweet waddling ducks.

Most nights in the summer, we offer wood fired pizza. Here’s how it works. We make and provide the dough, and guests bring their own toppings. We fire up the wood-fired pizza in the late afternoon. By six, the wood fire has died down and the oven is about 800 degrees. From six to seven-thirty, guests come to the pizza pavilion with their toppings and we help them cook their pizzas. Because the oven is so hot, the pizzas cook in about three minutes. Lots of fun! Requested of donation of $8 ($5 for children) for firewood, dough and maintenance, please.

So make time to get away! It’s an easy scenic drive from NYC --- just go north right up Route 87, get off just past Lake George and then a beautiful 30 miles through the mountains to our place.

If this cabin is booked, take a look at our cabins and glamping tents.

Property manager

Leslie Clement
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please keep your dog off our furniture. Your dog cannot be left alone in the cabin.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North River

Located in North River, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Gore Mountain Ski Resort and Double Barrel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort and Revolution Rail Co.. North Creek Depot Museum and Blue Line Outdoor Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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North River, NY

What's nearby

  • Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Thirteenth Lake - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Revolution Rail Co. - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • OK Slip Falls Trailhead - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Gore Mountain Ski Resort - 15 min drive - 15.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪becks TAVERN - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Sarah - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sporty's Iron Duke Saloon - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪barVino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Marsha's Family Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is RESTORED HISTORIC ADIRONDACK CAMP: VIEWS OF NEARBY GORE MOUTAIN, PRIVACY, HISTOR pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at RESTORED HISTORIC ADIRONDACK CAMP: VIEWS OF NEARBY GORE MOUTAIN, PRIVACY, HISTOR?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RESTORED HISTORIC ADIRONDACK CAMP: VIEWS OF NEARBY GORE MOUTAIN, PRIVACY, HISTOR?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is RESTORED HISTORIC ADIRONDACK CAMP: VIEWS OF NEARBY GORE MOUTAIN, PRIVACY, HISTOR located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Hudson River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Thirteenth Lake and Garnet Hill Lodge and Ski Resort. Double Barrel and Pinebrook Glades are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 57 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Amazing getaway

Absolutely love this magical place. Already planning our summer trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Fabulous hideaway - Peaceful

My grown daughter & I stayed one night. Beautiful place (Bird Cabin) fire pit, workable kitchen, greeted by the property dogs was awesome. Highly recommend for a quiet place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a great time! We enjoyed our stay overall and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

josephine w.

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

SURPRISE & delight

great location, large fields and open sky to see stars. No water on the property by the Hudson river is nearby as well as other lakes. We love rustic...! Old fashioned Adirondack decor, neat as a pin, and a good kitchen. daybed on the sleeping porch was comfy. Cottages are placed far enough apart and separated by trees so that there is much privacy. Outdoor firepits or grills for each location. Great spot!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C., Connecticut

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

Bird Camp is great

We loved staying in this cozy farm cabin on beautiful property. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

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

Paradise

My sister, brother-in-law and I stayed in late June. I wanted to share the Adirondacks with them. I loved Bird Camp and staying in an historic home. We loved sitting on the porch watching the meadow and clouds. The pizza is fantastic! I am already planning how to return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clara C.

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

Road trip

The cabin is cozy and comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the front porch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

yoko m.

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

The best

Leslie accommodated my request and made changes ti my reservation twice. I really amazed by how she was quick to act on it. The place is impeccable and very cute. I actually didn’t stay at this house and I stayed in other cabin of her. The environment and cabins are epic! I will definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

scott g.

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

nice, cozy, rustic cabin

This was a nice place for us to stay for skiing at Gore in an out of the way spot, still within 10 minutes of Gore. Will certainly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jordan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful rustic getaway

The cabin was nice and cozy on the cool 40*F nights, we never needed to run the heat at night only in the morning to knock the chill out. The beds were a little firm but we slept well. There are two bedrooms but our daughter opted to sleep in the bed out on the porch, which she throughly enjoyed. We ordered a pizza and had a great time socializing with some other geust as well as the property owners. Our daughter LOVED playing with their new puppy Bella. The wifi worked well and we actually had good cell service every where on top of the hill, but not in the valley. The hot tub was fantastic and has a nice privacy enclosure. Though i was disspointed that while in the water the scenic view is blocked by the enclosure. All in all this place has quite a bit of rustic charm. The Bird Camp cabin probably has a good mountain view in winter when the leaves are off the trees, but the large open field in front of the house was quite nice in itself and made it feel more secluded. I would definitely like to stay here again when coming back to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brigit B.

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

Wonderful winter retreat!

The property is beautiful and we love staying at Bird Camp while skiing at Gore. Thanks to Leslie for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

kristin

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

Rustic cabin rental for ski trip

Cozy, very warm, no frills cabin was great for skiing at Gore. On a large property that looks like it would be amazing in the summer! Hot tub was also a neat, unique experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
As listed rustic old farm house beautiful mountain retreat
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Earl F.

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

One day get away

Great get a way have a few hit the tub and relax Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leland P.

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

Cozy Relaxing Respite

Thoroughly enjoyed staying at this restored early 1900's cabin. Were able to prepare all of our meals there to avoid going out to restaurants. Our dog very much liked exploring the 40 acres and Shield Road. The location allowed us to hike and geocache this area of the Adirondaks. Will be returning.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Great cabin in beautiful spot

Great little cabin in a beautiful spot. Really enjoyed our short stay. Host was attentive and we had everything we needed. Looking forward to another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Vincent T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Amittyville

Unless you don’t mind 200-300 dead bugs ALL over the house…then…it’s it for you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomaa K.

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

Bird camp

Beautiful and relaxing, Bird camp was such a unique experience, the whole place smells like wildflowers, lots to do around the area, and the spa was amazing. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

SANDI K.

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

Cozy, quiet country cabin

Flash back to old country. Exactly what we expected with lots of things to do.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property bring the past to future. It is a great experience there. If you have any prior medical injuries may need to bring an extra pillow for comfort. Also, if you need modern TV if you want to watch your shows, bring a tablet or something. The tv is VHS which we loved because they offer all of the disney movies for the kids. It kept the kids busy but if you want some adult time away, then bring another device unless you want to share. I love this place because its quiet and allows room to roam and hike.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Tommy W.

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

Cold yet beautiful

It was a great experience for the most part. Very cold out, older style home which we were in love with. We specialize in fixing old homes for a living so we are all very happy to stay in such a cool place. The home was built back in the 1900's and we love seeing the old methods used to build a home like that. It was quiet and enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Kerry Weeks W.

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

Charming and quaint farm house in a beautiful spot.

this is an old farm house, I'm guessing at least 100 years old, with few upgrades. It's comfortably furnished and charmingly decorated but this is not deluxe accommodations. Come for the charm and the beautiful setting. Our biggest complaint was the heat. The ground floor was drafty but tolerable yet the upper bedrooms were almost intolerably hot. This was in early March. We did enjoy the vintage claw foot bathtub.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

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

One of a kind gem in the Adirondack’s

Love, love loved the place. If you appreciate uniqueness and family history, this place is amazing. My girlfriend and I spent two nights here after skiing Gore. Perfect to u wind and relax. The stars were awesome at night and the fire was cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Clement

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Through lucky circumstances and financial help from my family, I own a precious 40 acres atop a mountain in the Adirondacks with a small cluster of buildings including my great-grandparents’ century-old Bird Camp, four glamping tents and several cabins I have built in the last few years.

From early spring until the leaves change color in the fall, I have the honor to host vacationing guests who come to the Adirondack Mountains from all over the world, and who leave with generous notes of thanks and lovely reviews for having had the opportunity to live as I do with my children now, and as my grandparents and great-parents once did here. We treasure our farm-like setting reminiscent of an 1800’s farm with pleasant meadows, beautiful mountain views and brilliant star-filled nights, and I am grateful to my family for helping us preserve this special place.

A few years ago, I bought 40 acres of beautiful land abutting the original property. Gorgeous mountain views and open meadows were reclaimed by clearing trees, and the historic Shields Road which accesses this portion of the land has been rebuilt. Originally I intended to build single family homes for sale, but the evolved to retaining all the land the building, as finances permit, sweet rental cabins (Camp HudsonView and Camp TwoSome), walking trails and this year, a fabulous Japanese temple with a cedar hot tub.

I am grateful that I’ve had fascinating professional and personal experience, and that I may live in an insanely beautiful wild place. I have a small business offers interesting challenges and rewards. I spend the winter building rustic furniture for my rentals, plowing snow with my four wheeler and working as weather permits on the properties.

And through the warm months, I have the opportunity to meet lovely people from all over the world who treasure what we have here. Our guests bring life, laughter, children and love to our quiet mountain retreat.

Forward!

Leslie Clement

Why they chose this property

My family’s connection with the Adirondacks goes back to 1905 when my great-aunt Edie Bird --- then a teenager living in Port Washington, Long Island --- became sick with TB. At that time, the Adirondack wilderness had acquired a reputation for its health giving properties, and people were convinced that the fresh air, isolation, and plenty of rest and wholesome food would help people infected with TB. So my great-grandparents sent their daughter Edie here to North River where she “took the cure” by boarding at the nearby Cedarwood Farm where she sat outside all winter with the other boarders, bundled under quilts on the porch, and in summer walking the roads and wildflower meadows. Happily, my great-aunt Edie Bird recovered from the dreaded TB (the owners of the farm were not so lucky -- they contracted and died of TB themselves).

In 1910, my great-grandparents, Tim and Ida Bird, bought eight acres of beautiful property on “Christian Hill” (as it was once known) in North River. (I have since then bought an additional abutting 40 acres). They then built a small “shingle style” camp in the rustic Adirondack style which we call Bird Cabin --- siting the small rustic dwelling to capitalize on dramatic southward views across the Gore Mountain range and the Hudson River two miles below. They brought up by train beautiful leaded glass windows and other building materials from a demolished Guggenheim estate on Long Island. Building materials were locally acquired --- cedar shingles, stone, milled lumber nearby North Creek where intensive amounts of logging was being done. Traditionally, the women and children stayed all summer while the men traveled back and forth. Life was leisurely. Visiting, and having visitors, was an important part of life. Cooking was done with a hand pump and wood cook stove. It was a four day long trip from Port Washington, Long Island.

We are delighted to share this special property today with visiting guests from all over the world.

What makes this property unique

My family’s connection with the Adirondacks goes back to 1905 when my great-aunt Edie Bird --- then a teenager living in Port Washington, Long Island --- became sick with TB. At that time, the Adirondack wilderness had acquired a reputation for its health giving properties, and people were convinced that the fresh air, isolation, and plenty of rest and wholesome food would help people infected with TB. So my great-grandparents sent their daughter Edie here to North River where she “took the cure” by boarding at the nearby Cedarwood Farm where she sat outside all winter with the other boarders, bundled under quilts on the porch, and in summer walking the roads and wildflower meadows. Happily, my great-aunt Edie Bird recovered from the dreaded TB (the owners of the farm were not so lucky -- they contracted and died of TB themselves).

In 1910, my great-grandparents, Tim and Ida Bird, bought eight acres of beautiful property on “Christian Hill” (as it was once known) in North River. (I have since then bought an additional abutting 40 acres). They then built a small “shingle style” camp in the rustic Adirondack style which we call Bird Camp --- siting the small rustic dwelling to capitalize on dramatic southward views across the Gore Mountain range and the Hudson River two miles below. They brought up by train beautiful leaded glass windows and other building materials from a demolished Guggenheim estate on Long Island. Building materials were locally acquired --- cedar shingles, stone, milled lumber nearby North Creek where intensive amounts of logging was being done. Traditionally, the women and children stayed all summer while the men traveled back and forth. Life was leisurely. Visiting, and having visitors, was an important part of life. Cooking was done with a hand pump and wood cook stove. It was a four day long trip from Port Washington, Long Island.

Today we are delighted to share this special property today with visiting guests from all over the world.

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