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Just-a-Dream<br><br>Beautiful Paradox Contemporary

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Property grounds
The beach and your view.
The beach
Pool Table
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Schroon Lake, NY
  • Paradox Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Strand Theater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Seagle Music Colony
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Just-a-Dream<br><br>Beautiful Paradox Contemporary

Location: Paradox, Paradox Lake, Adirondack Mountains, New York, USA (90 Minutest North of Albany. 1 Hour from Lake Placid.
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
This rare Gem is a private family retreat located on Paradox Lake in the heart of the Adirondacks.

Built in the tradition of the Adirondack Great Camps, but with a modern interpretation, the house sits at the end of a private road. The Camp offers comfort, natural and architectural beauty, and a wide variety of outdoor activities year-round.

The Home:
Large windows throughout the house make the home bright and allow Spectacular views.

The heart of the home is a large central great room that contains the living, dining and kitchen spaces. It has a stone fire place and exposed trusses that extend beautifully across this area.
The living, dining and kitchen areas feature large picture windows with views of the lake, beach and lawn.
The kitchen is fully outfitted for a chef..
A large screen porch with Mahogany floors allow ample room for breezy indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The porch also has a dart board, a 9 foot pool table, shuffleboard table and is the perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon. There is an outdoor cement ping pong table and a full volleyball court for the competitive at heart.

The use of natural materials throughout the house, including stone, wood, and glass, combined with modern finishes, high ceilings, and ample spaces gives the house a light and airy feeling.

The home has three bedrooms and a loft, and can comfortably accommodate a 6-8.

The Property:
This home sits just steps from the beach. Relax on the screened-in porch which overlooks Paradox Lake as you listen to the calls of the loon, watch a blue heron take off and an occasional eagle fly over the bay. Swim out to the raft and gaze out onto the lake. Sit on the sandy beach in an Adirondack chair. You will not be disappointed!

The house sits at the end of our private dead end road offering quiet privacy. The property boasts a large sandy walk out beach and plenty of safe sheltered room for swimmers.

The property has several miles of State trails within one mile for hiking, cross country skiing and is located right next to the Snowmobile trail system

Paradox Lake:
Paradox Lake is one of the jewels of the Adirondacks, known for its clean water, natural beauty, wildlife and great fishing. The 3.8 mile long lake is large enough to allow for all forms of water activities but also small enough to offer peace and tranquility.

BOATS:
There maybe private dock space available only upon further discussion, terms met and agreed upon. You MAY NOT bring any motorized boat without prior notification and terms must be meet including proof of insurance with rider covering your stay and proof of completion of NYS boaters certification course as required by NY. This is strictly adhered to. You must have your boat cleaned and inspected at boat wash station prior to launching in Paradox or Schroon Lakes. All boats are launched at the State Launch on the North East end of lake. Note: Milfoil is an invasive weed that we are trying to eradicate from Paradox. Please stay 100 feet away from any orange marker bottles.

We do have a small 5hp. motorized fishing boat available to rent upon request.

The Adirondacks:
The Adirondack Park is the largest state park in the country, comprising some 6.1 million acres, including 2.3 million acres of “forever wild” Forest Preserve and wilderness. The majestic Adirondack Mountains are contained within the park, along with thousands of pristine lakes, streams, farms, and towns. Celebrated by mountaineers, skiers, tourists, artists and poets alike, the Adirondacks offers something for everyone throughout the seasons

Just 3 tenths of a mile off the Northway (87) This beautiful Camp is ideally located and easily accessible throughout most of the year and is in close proximity to the high peaks, Lake Placid, Whiteface Mountain, Lake George, Gore Mountain, and Vermont. It sits four hours north of New York City and 90 minutes north of Albany and provides a perfect getaway, refuge and base of operations during all seasons.

Schroon lake just is a ten minutes drive offering:
Golfing: Schroon Lake Municipal Golf Course with a nine-hole course and Ticonderoga Country Club, open to the Public with a 18-hole course.
Concerts and Movies: Seagle Music Colony, Strand Theater, and Aviation Mall Theater in Glens Falls and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center and of course the Saratoga Race Tracks are all nearby.
Amusement Parks - North Pole, Magic Forest, and Great Escape are minutes away.
Other Activities: Dinner Theater; Horse Racing available at the Saratoga Race Track, which is open late July through Labor Day; Sea Plane rides local.

Keywords: Adirondacks, Family Camp, Contemporary, Private, Paradox Lake, Paradox

Property manager

Robin and Michael

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Perfect for kids
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you must, do so out side only
Our Dock is on the left and private. We ask that unless you have permission to use said Dock, you stay off. The dock to right is another’s property.
The front yard is all septic system. Stay off with cars.
Due to pop up thunderstorms, pool table must be covered when not in use.

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Severance

Located in Severance, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Strand Theater and Seagle Music Colony are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ticonderoga Heritage Museum and Fort Ticonderoga. Travelling with kids? Consider Blue Line Outdoor Center and Revolution Rail Co.. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Schroon Lake, NY

What's nearby

  • Paradox Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Strand Theater - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Thurman Pond - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Seagle Music Colony - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Lake George - 29 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • Ticonderoga Station - 25 min drive
  • Lake Placid, NY (LKP) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sticks & Stones - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pitkins Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪9 Mile Coffee Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paradox Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Flanagan's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just-a-Dream<br><br>Beautiful Paradox Contemporary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Just-a-Dream<br><br>Beautiful Paradox Contemporary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just-a-Dream<br><br>Beautiful Paradox Contemporary?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Just-a-Dream<br><br>Beautiful Paradox Contemporary located?

Nestled on the beach, this Severance holiday home is steps from Paradox Lake and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Pharaoh Lake Wilderness. Thurman Pond and Eagle Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sharon S.

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

Nice stay

We had a nice stay and enjoyed the lake and the weather. The house has been lovingly cared for and it shows. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael S.

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

Nice property

They house itself was very nice. Great screened in porch for meals. The beds however were very uncomfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean L., Deerfield, NH

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Great property

Amazing location close to Schroon lake and great beach onsite at property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene B.

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Very relaxing,very friendly neighbors great lake

Just like home. Lake is very clean with a nice beach for the kids. All the water equipment you will need including chairs for a sitting lakeside.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisele P.

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Truly a Dream!

We had a wonderful stay at Paradox lake!! The house is lovely and well maintained. The screened in porch is perfect for hanging out day and night, living room is big and great for rainy day lounging, and there is plenty of sleeping space. The property is beautiful with shared beach and gorgeous mountain views over the amazing lake! Overall, was the perfect place to stay with friends, family, and young children.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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Beautiful property!

We had a wonderful time at Just A Dream!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corinne U.

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Great vacation in adks!

Had a great time at property. Beautiful views of lake from house and fire Pit. Very kid friendly with high chair available and lots of games for my daughter. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Week

Very clean and comfortable Cabin with many things to do! Great place to have a vacation with your family because has lots of room inside. Would stay there again when I'm looking for a place to stay in the Adirondacks.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

John e S.

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Great get away!

Just a Dream is a wonderful truly authentic Adirondack experience. We had such a wonderful time with our grandson. Truly priceless! Spending time at the beach, kayaking, and fishing! It was everything we hoped it would be! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor J.

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Thoroughly delightful

The kids loved the swing and the lake. We can't say enough good about the location and amenities. Mike was responsive and helpful. It was perfect for our crew and we already want to go back. Just make sure to bring plenty of bug repellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Rensselaer, NY

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Fantastic Family Vacation

Our family of 4 adults and 4 children had a fabulous vacation. The house is beautifully decorated and clean and larger than it looks in the pictures. The property is large and well maintained and we stayed right there the entire week and didn’t leave the property. We swam, boated, played, relaxed and had campfires every day. Mike and Robin are friendly, available and super hosts !!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathi O., Port Washington ny

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Just a Dream

Excellet
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott V., Alexandria, Virginia, USA

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A true gem

Our family had the perfect vacation at Just a Dream. The place is very clean, modernity renovated, and well stocked with kitchen items and more game options than you could imagine. The pool table was the biggest hit, and the screened in porch is amazing. The beach is truly down the front lawn, and the sand and floating dock were the favorites of our 7 and 2 year-old. Mike greeted us shortly after our arrival and answered all our questions. We got to know some of the neighbors, too, which was a real bonus. This is a family spot, and we would love to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Helen J.

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

Very comfortable house

This house was just right for our family of 4 adults - not too big and not too small. The kitchen is excellent, the living room big and pleasant, and the screened-in porch wonderful. We ate all our meals outside on the porch, which is the location of the only sizable table in the house. We slept very well - it was very dark and quiet at night. The lake is lovely, but is a distance from the house down a long open lawn. Unfortunately, this summer has been very very rainy in the Adirondacks, and this turned large parts of the lawn into a sodden mess. This made the walk back and forth from the house to the lake a bit unpleasant, although it didn't keep us from enjoying swimming and kayaking. There were also a lot of mosquitos, presumably due to the completely soaked lawn. So between the rain, the mud, and the mosquitos, we didn't get to spend as much time outside as we would have liked. The neighbors (who were very nice and friendly) told us that this year has been unusually wet, so I suspect that we simply had bad luck. We did have a lovely campfire one night, and got in some good star gazing. The owners were very responsive when we had questions, and they had provisioned the house very well. We had a lovely time, despite the weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia L.

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Lots to do!

The cottage has a nice view of the lake and a short walk to the beach. The beach is shared with a few other houses, and while there were a few families on the weekends it was pretty quiet during the week. Everyone was very friendly. The property is essentially flat which was very important having my mom there. We rented the 2 boats which were a big hit.. There were some weeds between shore and the swim raft which the kids didn't mind. Saw some gorgeous sunsets out on the kayaks and canoe. Enjoyed the pool table and ping pong. Very clean. Close to Schroon Lake to get food and not too far to Lake George.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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Best lake house we’ve stayed in

The house surpassed our expectations and was even nicer than in the pictures. Beach was shared with very friendly neighbors who were really only around on the weekend- during the week we felt as if we had the whole beach to ourselves. We spent most of our time floating, kayaking, and playing games on the screen porch. The house was very comfortable and there was so much to do right on the property that we didn’t feel the need to leave. We did take a hike up Severence (very close by). Our 20-something kids enjoyed the stay just as much as we did- it was the perfect place to relax and unwind, read books, laze about and spend time as a family. We didn’t have any little ones with us, but it would be a perfect spot for small kids with a huge lawn to play on, and a sandy beach with shallow water. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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Perfect

It is everything you want for a ADK vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia A.

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Great location, many amenities

This was our 10th trip to the ADK region. We've never stayed in the same place twice, but I would definitely stay here again! Beautiful views of lake and mountains, and a great house with everything needed to keep adults and 3 young teens occupied. It was centrally located to all the day trips we had planned and was a fun, relaxing place to come back to. Thanks Robin & Michael!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen K.

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It needs to be renamed: Paradox Paradise. The views

This beautiful setting provided the peaceful setting we were looking for. The home was equipped with every essential needed for a fun-filled Adirondack style retreat. The yard, game tables and courts ,and covered porch eliminated any possibility of asking, what can we do now? So many ways to have fun here! The large mouth bass fishing did not disappoint! The owners were prompt in addressing any questions or needs, and made us feel very much at home in their own place. Above all, the views from this cabin are frame worthy, even in a misty rain. If you are looking for a true Adirondack setting laced in ample amenities for a family, this is it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

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Just a Dream

Our family of 5 had a wonderful stay at Just a Dream. The house was excellently appointed and clean with an amazing view, the pictures do not do it justice. There were many activities to keep us all busy indoors and out and we enjoyed the beach, fire pit and rope swing as well. We would not hesitate to recommend this property or return ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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A beautiful vacation home

Our family enjoyed our week at Paradox Lake. It was our first time visiting the Adirondacks, and the area did not disappoint. The house itself had plenty of activities for us to use (ping pong, shuffle board, pool, volley ball, darts) and we rented the fishing boat which was fun as well. We also used the kayaks and swam. The several families/neighbors you share the beach with were friendly. The week we were there a neighboring property was having trees cut down, so there was a lot of chainsaw and tree falling noise but there was nothing to be done about that. Our hosts were helpful and the house was perfect for our family. We have recommended it to several of our friends who would enjoy an active vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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Summer escape

A very nice time in a beautiful place. Lots of thing to keep our 5 yr old grandson busy, and a great lake to be in and near. Host were very helpful and the home is fine for a lake side treat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

michael n.

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Great Escape

Our family had a terrific stay at 'Just A Dream' on Paradox Lake, a much needed escape from this new pandemic life. The owners were available but not intrusive, and the property was clean and with great access to the lake. The house has numerous amenities and creative touches. Our kids enjoyed the beach area and kayaks, and we had a couple of great campfires. The rope swing was a hit, and the screened in porch was perfect for morning coffee, meals, and just hanging out. We did several hikes, including a trip up to the High Peaks region for the kids 1st 46er. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Laura T., Watervliet US

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Owners

Owners Mike and Robin were great. Very accommodating. Beach and dock rights were a little confusing. Overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn B.

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Perfect vacation - just what we needed !

The place was great, comfy, welcoming, perfect location ! We had so much fun playing on the beach and in the water or just relaxing on the screened porch or by the firepit. It was everything we needed for a relaxing and fun getaway!

About the host

Hosted by Robin and Michael

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We fell in love with this gem and jumped at the opportunity to purchase it when it became available. We have summered in this area our entire lives and consider it home.

Why they chose this property

It speaks for itself.

What makes this property unique

The lake, views and surroundings only highlight the beauty of this home.