Wilmington Range Chalet
House in Wilmington, NY
6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Adirondack-style log home and located on the Ausable River with mountain views of Whiteface! Enjoy the Adirondacks based out of this perfect log chalet with rustic charm, views, and peacefulness, located a minute away from Wilmington town center and 5 minutes away from Whiteface Mt Olympic ski area!
This log home of 1400 sq. ft features beautiful real, round log exterior walls, cedar and pine ceilings, hardwood floors, and large log beams, with a huge 12'x24' ft exterior deck overlooking the Ausable River, and a master bedroom balcony over cedar logs, with direct views of Whiteface Mt and the Wilmingon Range. This new log home was lovingly built in 2013 by life-long Adirondack resident and owner and Johnathan Esper, with meticulous attention to log design born from the owner's fond memories of growing up in a log home. The log house is built almost over the Ausable River, set amid some towering white pines on the steep river bank, at the end of a 300ft driveway with the neighbors' houses set well away along the roadside frontage. The sounds of the West Branch of the Ausable River, or the wind through the pines from atop the cedar balcony, are the only thing one hears from the house, despite being located most conveniently only 30 seconds to the center of the small town of Wilmington and it's various shops. Exterior sofit lights cast spellbinding shadow patterns of the round log textures and cedar shake gables, making twilight a wonderful time to come home.
The first floor of the house follows an open floor plan concept with kitchen, dining, and living rooms, plus a full bath and laundry room and bedroom with one queen bed. Enjoy the cozy gas fireplace with real flames, while looking out the window toward the Wilmington Range. Radiant in-floor heating throughout the house also provides warmth and coziness, and in the hotter summer months, the natural thermal properties of logs keep the house cool, along with french bi-fold doors opening onto the deck for fresh air. The kitchen is fully equipped for you to make lovely meals if you so wish, with brand new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs is the master suite area including loft and bath. The bedroom features a walkout balcony accessed via french doors, and mountain views from the queen bed. The upstairs bathroom is entirely of slate tile and red cedar, with a jacuzzi hot-tub, natural slate and glass shower, and dual flush European style toilet. There is an open loft and TV sitting room also featuring a twin bed, pull out futon, which can enjoyed as a lounging area for the master suite, or desk working area, or kids sleeping area with a comfy new futon that can lay out flat for children.
This charming log chalet-style home is the perfect size for a week or weekend getaway to the Adirondack Mountains, and you'll feel you're in the Adirondacks whether at this home, or out enjoying the Adirondack region. The world class town of Lake Placid is just 15 minutes away, with fine dining and shopping, and it's the heart of the Adirondack High Peaks with the best access for hiking. Keene Valley, a hiker's destination, is also just 15 minutes away. And of course, Whiteface Mt ski area is just up the road 5 minutes away. The Ausable River is world famous for its fly fishing, and you can even enjoy your private fishing area on the bank in front of your vacation home. Wilmington is really located in a great area of the Adirondacks - it's the ski and mountain biking capital of the Adirondacks, and 15 minutes away from the best hiking in New York State.
Exterior of the house features a huge deck, with Adirondack cedar chairs, overlooking the Ausable River, a BBQ grill for your use, canoes for guests use on nearby ponds (special-use clause section in house rental agreement applies), and a firepit with plenty of Free Firewood to burn! (always keep your fire under control, not too big, and never leave unattended).
This log home of 1400 sq. ft features beautiful real, round log exterior walls, cedar and pine ceilings, hardwood floors, and large log beams, with a huge 12'x24' ft exterior deck overlooking the Ausable River, and a master bedroom balcony over cedar logs, with direct views of Whiteface Mt and the Wilmingon Range. This new log home was lovingly built in 2013 by life-long Adirondack resident and owner and Johnathan Esper, with meticulous attention to log design born from the owner's fond memories of growing up in a log home. The log house is built almost over the Ausable River, set amid some towering white pines on the steep river bank, at the end of a 300ft driveway with the neighbors' houses set well away along the roadside frontage. The sounds of the West Branch of the Ausable River, or the wind through the pines from atop the cedar balcony, are the only thing one hears from the house, despite being located most conveniently only 30 seconds to the center of the small town of Wilmington and it's various shops. Exterior sofit lights cast spellbinding shadow patterns of the round log textures and cedar shake gables, making twilight a wonderful time to come home.
The first floor of the house follows an open floor plan concept with kitchen, dining, and living rooms, plus a full bath and laundry room and bedroom with one queen bed. Enjoy the cozy gas fireplace with real flames, while looking out the window toward the Wilmington Range. Radiant in-floor heating throughout the house also provides warmth and coziness, and in the hotter summer months, the natural thermal properties of logs keep the house cool, along with french bi-fold doors opening onto the deck for fresh air. The kitchen is fully equipped for you to make lovely meals if you so wish, with brand new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs is the master suite area including loft and bath. The bedroom features a walkout balcony accessed via french doors, and mountain views from the queen bed. The upstairs bathroom is entirely of slate tile and red cedar, with a jacuzzi hot-tub, natural slate and glass shower, and dual flush European style toilet. There is an open loft and TV sitting room also featuring a twin bed, pull out futon, which can enjoyed as a lounging area for the master suite, or desk working area, or kids sleeping area with a comfy new futon that can lay out flat for children.
This charming log chalet-style home is the perfect size for a week or weekend getaway to the Adirondack Mountains, and you'll feel you're in the Adirondacks whether at this home, or out enjoying the Adirondack region. The world class town of Lake Placid is just 15 minutes away, with fine dining and shopping, and it's the heart of the Adirondack High Peaks with the best access for hiking. Keene Valley, a hiker's destination, is also just 15 minutes away. And of course, Whiteface Mt ski area is just up the road 5 minutes away. The Ausable River is world famous for its fly fishing, and you can even enjoy your private fishing area on the bank in front of your vacation home. Wilmington is really located in a great area of the Adirondacks - it's the ski and mountain biking capital of the Adirondacks, and 15 minutes away from the best hiking in New York State.
Exterior of the house features a huge deck, with Adirondack cedar chairs, overlooking the Ausable River, a BBQ grill for your use, canoes for guests use on nearby ponds (special-use clause section in house rental agreement applies), and a firepit with plenty of Free Firewood to burn! (always keep your fire under control, not too big, and never leave unattended).
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Wilmington, NY
££££
Reviews
5.0
Exactly as stated. Beautiful views, loved listening to the river. Gallery was incredible, great photographer.
Can't wait to come back.
5.0
Cozy log home in a nice location convenient to Whiteface and hiking trails! We enjoyed walking down to the river along the property staircase to see the nice view. We would love to stay here again!
5.0
A truly perfect log cabin stay awaits. All aspects of this VRBO experience were perfect. Highly recommend this home.
5.0
Beautiful home with a great location. Gave usba perfect place to catch up with friends.
5.0
Great place to stay. Cabin is clean with great attention to detail. Close to town with a country appeal. Would stay there again. Cabin was everything we hoped and more.
5.0
Cabin design reminded me of a family cabin from 60 years ago. Many rustic interior design elements that added to the feel. Great location for fishing, golfing, hiking and relaxing. Owner was very responsive. Great spot for fly fishing. Would like to return.
5.0
This house and our stay was fantastic. We came and stayed for our wedding and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The house is nicely
Decorated and tucked back in the trees on a beautiful property. After our wedding we enjoyed taking our own pictures at the end of the day down by the water and up on the balcony with gorgeous views. 10/10 everything was great and we highly recommend!
5.0
Wonderful Cabin. Meticulous presentation. Loved our stay.
5.0
This cabin is exactly as advertised with amazing views from the balcony and deck and the furnishings complete the anesthetic perfectly. The owner is very responsive and check-in and out was seamless. The steps down to the river are very sturdy but might be hard for old or very young guests. At first arrival i was concerned it wouldn't be as remote as I had thought but despite being near other houses you feel completely remote in the back yard and have complete privacy. We'll be back!
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay in your amazing cabin! Thank you so much! :)
5.0
This place was perfect! The house was spotless and exactly as the listing portrayed. Johnathon was easy to get in touch with and very kind. We are already making plans to stay there again!
5.0
Very nice and well kept home. Johnathan was awesome to work with.
5.0
I have been a long time user of VRBO and this location was perfect for near by points of interest and property was above and beyond what we expected. Cabin was clean and set up to accommodate every type of visitor to fine detail and the views are extraordinary. Communication was great and property has easy access and parking. I have stayed in several cabins via VRBO and I have to say that this was the best by far and exceeded in every category. Would definitely recommend and if we are ever in the area again would do this location again.
5.0
Decor, ambience and view were high level. Neatness and cleanliness of the property were superb. Would love to have the opportunity to go back there again.
5.0
My family and I had a great experience staying here for a week. Johnathan was very accommodating to ensure that my whole family+pets were able to stay comfortably.
The best part of this property would have to be the mountain views and the river at the back of the property.
Would love to stay again in the future.
2.5
Really great place with incredible views. Property was very clean and well maintained. Enjoyed a great long weekend.
5.0
This property was just as advertised. Amazing views, cozy cabin and just secluded enough to give a proper sense of privacy but close enough to shops that you don’t feel out of place and there are things to keep
you occupied. Would recommend it to 10/10
5.0
It was perfect, clean, and everything was there we needed. Zero issues.
5.0
Wow! This place was beautiful!!! I'll start by saying, Johnathan - the owner, was awesome to deal with. He was quick to respond with any questions we had. We had no issues while staying at this cabin so, in terms of emergency or any emergent issues, we didn't have to contact anyone which is terrific! On a side note, Johnathan's photography is throughout the cabin. It's beautiful and gives this cabin a personal touch! The cabin itself was so clean and very well kept and so comfortable. And that view...OH MY!!!! The balcony off the main bedroom upstairs was our favorite spot (ours and our pup's). We were even able to sit on the balcony while it rained as there is a little overhang that gives it just the right amount of coverage in a downpour. This cabin is well appointed with anything you could possibly need. The steps to the river were a little steep so we didn't go down but a few times. That's alright though because you can hear the river from the cabin. It is so quiet and you hear no road noise, at all, even though you are close to town. And convenience, it couldn't be beat. We were within 2 minutes to terrific food (the pizza place in town was SO good). And we were within 20 minutes of Lake Placid. There's Whiteface Mountain up the road and within minutes or SO many amazing hikes. This cabin was amazing!!! We are so happy we chose to stay here and Johnathan rented his amazing cabin to us! We would love to stay here again at some point!!!
5.0
Most beautiful and romantic cabin you could stay at. Such detail out into this home. I highly recommend.
5.0
The cabin was great! The owner Jon was very quick to answer messages and the cabin was very clean and organized. We loved going down by the river to read. The owners even gave us wine for our honey moon! Would recommend anyone to stay!
5.0
What an amazing vacation at an amazing property. This is the second time staying at Johnathans and it is just superb. We already can’t wait to come back. Thank you for everything!
5.0
This is such a beautiful home in the most peaceful setting, a true oasis. My favorite feature is the upper deck, such a beautiful view of the stars at night and view of the mountains, right from amongst the trees. Inspiring and peaceful, would definitely stay again!
5.0
I cannot even begin to express how truly amazing this past week was, starting with this beautiful and meticulously cleaned home. The owner Johnathan was informative, polite, very responsive and just overall a complete perfect host and gentleman. Any questions my friend or I had were answered and in s timely fashion. This cabin is remarkable! Location is just enough privacy without feeling alone and it is so well stocked you truly could just show up for your stay! Lori does an AMAZING job with sanitizing and cleaning the home... we cannot wait to book again for next year!
5.0
This was the perfect little getaway for my family. The location - 15 minutes from the top of Whiteface, and 15 minutes from downtown Lake Placid - was perfect. Being able to hear the Ausable River from the balconies was a delight, and the bed was so comfortable it was hard to get out of every morning. The house was clean, spacious, and well laid out, and Jonathan was an excellent communicator. We would definitely (and hopefully will) stay here again.
5.0
Excellent stay
The property was exactly as listed. Thank you for such an excellent stay.
5.0
Unplug and unwind
This cabin is a slice of ADK heaven. The pictures on VRBO are no exaggeration of the beauty and calm you will find during your stay here. Jonathan makes the whole process easy and with clear communication. Lori (property keeper) had the house spotless and even put our HelloFresh foods in the refrigerator for us so it did not spoil. I had everything I needed to cook (cutting boards, measuring cups, citrus zester). My husband enjoyed meeting the local fly fisherman a short walk down the road from the house and also hooked a trout on the river below the property (despite the water level being low). Don’t hesitate to click reserve on this house. It is truly worth every penny.
5.0
getaway
Perfect home in a perfect location! We enjoyed sitting by the river as well as exploring it! All meals were enjoyed on the patio! Loved our morning coffee on the balcony! Great views! Beautiful home! So ADK! Hope to return! Johnathan was very attentive!
5.0
Amazing house and views
Everything went smoothly! The place is supplied with all the comforts of home and was very clean. Location was perfect for the activities we planned. On days when the weather didn’t cooperate we enjoyed relaxing in the home. Sunsets were beautiful to watch on the decks. The owner was easy to contact, check in was easy. We plan to return in the future.
5.0
Beautiful Views, Fresh Air, & Homey Vibe
I loved our stay at Jonathans cabin. The views were stunning from the deck, bedroom & balcony. You can see white face mountain to your left, and yet you can hear the river below you. It was in a great location to get to several trails and tour the high peak region. The beds are comfortable, Jonathans photos throughout the house were gorgeous, and he was a great a host that was quick to respond. The home felt so comfortable & the fresh air was serenity, it is the definition of relaxation. Exactly what we needed after several hikes. Cannot wait to go back!
5.0
Memorial day weekend getaway
Wonderful property with something for everyone to enjoy - no need to even leave the home (though we did do some exploring)! If you fly fish definitely get down to the river, just make sure you have cleated soles. My wife loved the attention to detail of the home and the host was quick to respond and friendly.
5.0
Cozy
Best place to stay in the Adirondecks! Great space, view, clean, and the sound of the river can’t be beat.
5.0
Fishing Trip
Place was very clean and well organized! great spot!
5.0
Very nice place
The cabin was really nice and had a walkway to a river. My three year old loved it and wanted to spend most of our trip there. The cabin has everything you can think of.
5.0
Very cozy and relaxing
Wilmington Range Chalet is amazingly beautiful. Looks clean and smells clean. A place to relax and unwind. We’ve seen the spring and wintry scene of the place both beautiful. John is an amazing host. Easy to contact. Though we did not get to see around the area because of the snow storm we get to enjoy the house during the storm. This place is a highly recommended hope to see the summer side of this place.Hope to be back soon. Me and my family really enjoyed this place. Kudos to Ms.Lori for keeping the house clean also she’s very sweet. Again, Thank you for having us.
5.0
Beautiful Views
The property was very clean and organized and had everything we needed. The view off the back deck is amazing looking down on the river with chairs on a deck just feet from the river. The location was close to hiking as well a short drive to Lake Placid.
5.0
Beautiful log cabin
We had a great mini vacation in this beautiful log cabin in the Adirondack mountains. Awesome accommodations, extremely Clean, dog friendly, and great location on the AuSable River and close to Lake Placid!
5.0
Great place!
It’s a wonderful cabin in a great location!!
5.0
Convenient and secluded
Very clean and tidy. Nice to have it set back away from other houses to have privacy. Beautiful cabin and view.
5.0
This house is a perfect homebase for an active week in the Adirondacks!
This house is a perfect homebase for an active week in the Adirondacks! We were there to ski at Whiteface, and this house was a perfect place to come back to each evening. The house is beautifully situated and a very short drive to the mountain and many other area activities. The house was very clean and comfortable and the view from the decks and sound of the river below would be hard to beat. Johnathan, the owner of the house, was always responsive, friendly and accommodating. 5 stars across the board!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Wilmington?
The average price for a rental in Wilmington is £210 per night. This rental is £59 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Wilmington Range Chalet. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Wilmington Range Chalet pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Wilmington Range Chalet?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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