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Sunday, 9 March 2008

The Point — Saranac Lake, NY, United States



Style: Classic Luxury. Built: 1800s. Rooms: 11.
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Tucked Away In The Adirondack Mountains On A Pristine Lake, This Former Rockefeller Adirondack Great Camp Offers The Ultimate Civilized Wilderness Experience. Log Architecture, Stone Fireplaces, Sumptuous Beds, Antique Furniture And Hunting Trophies Recreate The Historic Great Camp Era. A Refined And Relaxed House Party Atmosphere, Superb Food And Wine Under The Guidance Of Master Chef Albert Roux And The Feeling Of Total Escape Have Earned The Rating Of Number One Resort Hotel In The United States.






Recommended Rooms
Only 11 rooms on the property, each with custom bed, large fireplace and huge bathtub. No phones and no television on the property.

Fine Dining on Site
Albert Roux, a 3-Star Michlen chef supervises dining

Child Programs
Children under 18 are not suitable guests due to the dinner party atmosphere each evening. Guests come to relax in the peace and serenity which is such a special feature of The Point. Children over 14 years of age are welcome at the sister property, The Lake Placid Lodge.

Pool, Outdoor
Lake Swimming

Ecological Tourism
Entire stay is nature oriented with fabulous seasons. If you're interested in hiring an Adirondack guide to take you fishing, hunting or perhaps animal tracking on a hiking tour, the hotel can recommend a guide service.

Fishing - Fly
Fly fishing with all equipment provided by hotel

Ice Skating
The Lake freezes in the winter.

Skiing - Snow
Cross-country and downhill skiing are on property

Theatre & Museums
Adirondack Museum

Nota Bene
The hotel has received the following awards: Mobile 5 star, Top 10 Conde Naste, Travel and Leisure, Andrew Harpers. The hotel has a "Great Camp" motif with no phones and no televisions. There are only eleven rooms on the property. Geared for people to get away. Nightly room rates are all inclusive for two people, with carte blanche use of sports equipment, activities and facilities, as well as all meals.

Hotel Amenities
- Disabled Access
- Pets Allowed
- Fine Dining on Site
- Tennis Courts on Site
- Pool, Outdoor

Available Activities
- Fishing - Fly
- Skiing - Snow
- Skeet Shooting
- Horseback Riding
- Ecological Tourism
- Sailing
- Beach
- Jogging & Running
- Water Skiing
- Hiking
- Biking, Mountain
- Theatre & Museums
- Hunting
- Volleyball
- Tennis Courts Nearby
- Boating
- Ice Skating

Hotel Address
The Point
PO Box 1327
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
United States

Location SummaryIn The Heart Of The Adirondacks - On The Shore Of Upper Saranac Lake. The Point can be reached in six hours from Manhattan; three hours from Montreal; two-and-a-half hours from Burlington, Vermont; and three hours from Albany, New York.Directions to HotelThe Point can be reached in six hours from Manhattan, three hours from Montreal, two-and-a-half hours from Burlington, Vermont - and three hours from Albany, New York. Continental Express flies into Saranac Lake several times a day from Boston. If you make prior arrangements with the hotel, they will meet you at the Saranac Airport and drive you to The Point, only 20 minutes away, or you can rent a car from Hertz at the airport. They also recommend a local charter service - Adirondack Flying Service, based in Lake Placid, New York. Another popular means of getting to The Point is to fly with a major carrier (Delta, USAir, Continental, United, Northwest) to Burlington, Vermont, or Albany, New York, and rent a car for a lovely two-and-a-half to three-hour drive to The Point.
Child policies vary by hotel. Many hotels are able to provide a rollaway bed or crib, though there may be an extra fee. Such fees will not be included in the quoted rate.If you are ready to book, our advice is to first make your reservation. Our agents will then be able to more effectively assist you with details regarding your children.If you require further information before making a reservation, please contact us with the hotel name, your dates, and the number and age of the children.
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The Point - Highly Recommended

The Point is featured on the following Five Star Alliance recommendation lists:-
  • The Best Luxury All
  • Inclusive Resorts
  • The Best Hotels & Resorts for Destination Weddings
  • The Most Expensive Luxury Hotel Rooms