REVIEWS*
Date of Stay: January 2021
Posted On: 8/24/23 by Harrison J.
“Great little house with a nice living room. We were there in summer, but I imagine its a perfect ski house, given that its like 10 minutes to Gore. Really enjoyed the hot tub and has everything else you could need. Perhaps to be expected for the area, but the water is pretty sulfuric if that kind of thing bothers you.”
Owner's Response
“Hello Harrison, we are so happy you enjoyed your Uncas House visit! Thank you for your note about the water. We've always enjoyed delicious tasting spring water and will certainly look into the quality. Have a good Labor day weekend!”
Date of Stay: August 2021
Posted On: 8/12/21 by Ruta H.
“Our family of 4 had a wonderful time staying at the Uncas House. It was spacious, very clean, and well-equipped. We especially enjoyed use of the hot tub in the evening. The house is in a quiet location yet only a few minutes to the Gore Mountain entrance about 10 minutes from North Creek which has restaurants and shops. We will be back!”
Owner's Response
“Hi Ruta, we are so happy you enjoyed your vacation and we hope you'll visit us again soon! Enjoy the rest of your summer!”
Date of Stay: July 2021
Posted On: 8/4/21 by Fred S.
“My wife and I, along with my son and his wife had a wonderful stay in Uncas House. The accommodations were great, as was the location near the center of southern Adirondack activities.”
Owner's Response
“Hello Fred, I'm so glad you enjoyed your vacation in the Adirondacks at the Uncas House! We hope you'll visit us again soon--enjoy the rest of your summer! Cheryl”
Date of Stay: January 2021
Posted On: 7/28/21 by Andy B.
“The Cooks are great hosts! Our time at Uncas House was short but fantastic. Everything was in place at the house and was just as they said it would be. Highly recommend for anyone looking to getaway in a quiet cozy place. Thank you again!”
Owner's Response
“Hi Andy, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at the Uncas House and hope you'll visit us again soon. Have a great summer!”
Date of Stay: July 2021
Posted On: 7/14/21 by Mandy M.
“Everything was absolute perfect! We would definitely stay here again!”
Owner's Response
“Hi Mandy! We are so glad you enjoyed the Uncas House and hope you'll visit us again soon. Have a great summer!”
Date of Stay: August 2020
Posted On: 9/1/20 by Melissa M.
“The Uncas House was a great place to stay for our Adirondack family vacation (two adults and two teens). The house is surrounded by trees and is very private, but there is just enough of a clearing overhead to get a fantastic view of the stars on a clear night! We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub after days of hiking and zip lining. It is larger than it looks in the picture and has adjustable jet settings-very nice! The kitchen is small, but more than sufficient for preparing meals, and has everything you need within arm's reach. The living room and dining room areas are beautiful and spacious with high ceilings. A spiral staircase leads up to the second floor. We had plenty of space to have meals and play games at the dining room table. We loved that we could take the cover off and play bumper pool! So much fun! The living room area was comfortable for lounging around, watching movies, and playing video games. Having a Roku right there was great! We were able to just sign into our Prime account to get movies. The kids were happy to have their own space in the bunk and twin bedrooms upstairs. They were also glad to have a full bathroom on the second floor. Unfortunately, the weather was a bit cold for swimming this week, but we did get a chance to check out the pool briefly. It is a nice size, has both a shallow and deep end, lots of room for sitting in the sun around the pool. There are also grills, picnic tables, a bathroom, and horseshoes to enjoy! I could see how you could easily spend an afternoon there on a hot day. We were so happy to have found a place so conveniently located at a reasonable price. During our stay, we visited Lake George, Gore Mountain, Adirondack Extreme Adventures (zip lines and ropes course), and some of the trails near Indian Lake. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking to spend some time in the Adirondacks. You will not be disappointed!
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Owner's Response
“Hi Melissa, we're so happy you had a great vacation! We hope you'll visit us again soon.”
Date of Stay: July 2020
Posted On: 8/19/20 by Andy D.
“GREAT place with lots of bed space! Hot tub was SO nice to have after a day of walking around Lake George (about 30min away) or checking out Gore Mountain (about 10 min away). Very clean when we arrived, felt like we were the first ones there all year! Excellent and efficient use of space in every room (so many beds!). Kitchen was well-equipped. The spiral stairs and upstairs railing are not very kid-friendly (we have a 2 year old and a 1 year old) with large spaces between banisters, so keep that in mind if you are bringing little ones. We ended up having our two kids sleep downstairs so they wouldnt sneak out up there and get hurt. Just food for thought for those with small kids.The owners were very prompt in responding to emails, which was very convenient. Well be back!”
Owner's Response
“Hi Andy, so glad you enjoyed your vacation at the Uncas House and we hope you'll visit us again soon! Enjoy the rest of the summer.”
Date of Stay: July 2020
Posted On: 8/18/20 by Matt W.
“My wife and I had a relaxing, much needed getaway at the Uncas House. In the current pandemic, we were leery of air travel but sorely needed a getaway--and this place delivered! The pictures don't really do justice to how spacious it is. And it's very private (some homes don't picture a neighbor's home directly beside it...there are no such issues here). Otherwise, my two cents? 1.) Bring some food along in a cooler. The kitchen has everything you need to do the cooking but the nearest grocery stores are comparatively far away. 2.) If staying in the remainder of this summer, maybe bring a small fan. The nights cool down well but there's no A/C (because, realistically, it's not needed 11 months of the year!) A small fan will move that cool air around, particularly on your first night.
Overall, we had a great stay and would recommend to anyone who needs a private, secluded getaway.
-Matt ”
Owner's Response
“Hello Matt, we're so glad you had a nice vacation! Thank you for the van suggestion. We'll add a fan so others may enjoy it. We hope you'll visit us again soon! Enjoy the rest of your summer.”
Date of Stay: July 2018
Posted On: 8/8/20 by Janet F.
“ This was our second time renting this home. Both times we enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and well equipped. We really do enjoy the bumper pool table. Owner was very responsive and happy to work with her again. Thank you for these wonderful accommodations, hope to return again.”
Owner's Response
“Hi Janet, so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you'll visit us again soon! Enjoy the remainder of your summer!”
Date of Stay: July 2020
Posted On: 7/23/20 by Michael C.
“ I recently spent 3 days at "Uncas House" with my 3 adult sons, for our annual guys "get-away." This house was just what the doctor ordered! Located in the beautiful Adirondack Park of NYS, it offered the seclusion we wanted, but also allowed us to enjoy several activities located nearly...golf, tubing down a class 2 river, and the rental of a pontoon boat, all within a half hour's drive. The house itself was spacious, well appointed, plenty of room for eating, TV watching, deck lounging (which included a hot tub), a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 full bathrooms. There was also the availability of a bumper billiards table, games, and books to enjoy.
We took full advantage of every amenity, from morning coffee on the deck, to enjoying a soak in the hot tub after a long day of outdoor activities. It would be easy to see why this house would be popular for a winter skiing weekend as well.
It is a pleasure for me to recommend Uncas House for a long weekend get-away for a family, or small group of friends!”
Owner's Response
“Hi Michael, sounds like the perfect vacation with your sons! Thank you very much for your review and we hope you'll be back for a visit soon! Have a good summer. Cheryl”
Date of Stay: July 2020
Posted On: 7/20/20 by Charlie B.
“Clean, Cozy, Comfortable, Secluded. Close enough to Lake George, Bolton Landing to put the boat in. And close to some good restaurants in North Creek. Hot tub was a great addition ”
Owner's Response
“Hello Charlie, thank you for visiting the Uncas House and we are glad you enjoyed your visit. Hope to see you again soon!”
Date of Stay: September 2018
Posted On: 9/12/18 by Lana S.
“We like this house because it is conveniently located, well designed and comfortable. All requests that we had were taken care of, the property is well cared for. It is a nice place to stay for families!”
Owner's Response
“Hi Lana! We're glad you had a good vacation and hope you'll visit us again soon! Thanks, Cheryl”
Date of Stay: August 2018
Posted On: 8/31/18 by Connie G.
“Wonderful for 6 tired women after a rafting trip..and so close to the train station for the rev-rail!!!
Very secluded, very woodsy and we had the full moon experience at the hot tub, We brought our own food and the kitchen was not only beautiful, (we all just LOVED the backsplash.) ..it was very functioning. We forgot coffee so that was our only run to store moment. We had a later check out from Cheryl and that was also nice as our train ride was 8 am...we were out by 11 after the ride.
We did drive past the house a couple times till one of the girls spotted the skiis ( so cute) with the number on it...the grass was kinda covering it...but we found it!
Also- not sure how this works..but I spent hours typing in North Creek places to stay..and it was only in my 5th hoursthat ADK by owner popped up- I had rented long ago and forgot about it...but you almost have to dig for it...and there was a ton of dates open....BUT perhaps this is how the owners like it? Now i have it book marked! Thanks again! Connie Goodspeed”
Owner's Response
“Hello Connie! I'm so glad you and the girls had a good stay at the Uncas House! We hope you'll visit again soon. Enjoy the remainder of the summer. Cheryl”
Date of Stay: August 2017
Posted On: 10/7/17 by Gordon W.
“What a great place to stay. We have rented this house many times over the last 10 years or so. It is clean, well appointed and well maintained. The owners are always very attentive and bend over backwards to make our stays enjoyable. It is secluded enough but yet close enough to most anything you might like to do in the Adirondacks. The perfect place to unwind and re-energize.”
Owner's Response
“Gordon, we are so happy to have you visit the Uncas House and we're glad you had a good vacation! We look forward to your next visit!”
Date of Stay: August 2017
Posted On: 8/22/17 by Gretchen P.
“A great little get away spot in the Adirondacks! Clean & well appointed, easy access to the community pool. Nice hot tub, ktichen and bumper pool table! We loved it!”
Owner's Response
“Hello Gretchen! Thank you for visiting the Uncas House! We're glad you had a good vacation and hope you'll visit us again soon! Enjoy the rest of your summer.”
Date of Stay: October 2016
Posted On: 10/7/16 by Adam M.
“This was out third time staying at the house, and as always the stay was relaxing and fun. The hot tub is great, the kids love it, and the new back splash in the kitchen is a nice touch. We will definitely be back!”
Owner's Response
“Hello Adam--so happy everyone enjoyed the vacation. Thank you for your review and we look forward to your next stay at the Uncas House! Have a great winter!”
Date of Stay: September 2016
Posted On: 9/11/16 by Stan T.
“Uncas House is the very nice place to stay on long weekend. It is very comfortable and cozy place. You have everything you would need. We go there 3 years in the row, and we are planing to go again. There are many interesting things to do. The proximity to Gore mountain, North Creek town, several small lakes where you can swim, Lake George is hard to beat. You can plan and do multiple different things, just staying in this place. This year we did a trip to Lake Placid. We always enjoy our time we spent in Uncas House.”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for your review and we hope you'll be our guest again soon!”
Date of Stay: August 2016
Posted On: 8/29/16 by Kevin O.
“My family of 3 rented the Uncas House for 4 nights in August 2016. The house is very nice and cozy and in excellent condition. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our meals, and there was plenty of room inside the house and on the porch to kick back and relax after a day of hiking and kayaking. The hot tub was also a nice addition! The place is surrounded by beautiful trees and is very private, which is what we were looking for. It's near a charming small town with at least one excellent restaurant (BarVino) and a few stores in case you need groceries, gas, or other supplies. The house is situated midway between Lake George and Indian Lake. Lake George was a bit crowded and touristy for our tastes, but we had a fantastic time kayaking and hiking on the beautiful and unspoiled Indian Lake. I'd easily recommend Uncas House to anyone who wants a charming place to stay while visiting the Adirondacks.”
Owner's Response
“Thank you for your nice review Kevin. We're glad you enjoyed the Uncas House and we hope you and your family will visit us again soon!”
Date of Stay: August 2016
Posted On: 8/18/16 by Rich G.
“My wife and stayed here in the middle of August for a kind of "get away from it all" long weekend. It was absolutely wonderful! The house is very clean and has everything you need. We used the hot tub which was very enjoyable, cooked out on the grill and just relaxed. We really liked the location tucked in the woods as well. If anything, the house is much nicer than what is shown in the pictures. We are definitely coming back in the near future for a little longer stay.”
Owner's Response
“Rich, we're so glad you and your wife had a wonderful vacation at the Uncas House! We look forward to your next visit!”
Date of Stay: January 2014
Posted On: 6/22/16 by Linda W.
“The perfect winter chalet! Surrounded by snow laden trees, the house is well cared for and provides everything you need for a fun time. We sat by the wood burning stove at night and played games and during the day, it was a short drive to the slopes and shopping. A great getaway in a snowy part of NY state, the owners provided a well provisioned home. The hot tub is certainly a bonus!”
Owner's Response
“Thank you Linda for your kind words and we hope you and your family will be our guests again very soon!”
Date of Stay: October 2015
Posted On: 6/20/16 by Patricia S.
“Perfect house for a girls fall weekend. The neighborhood is lovely and great for walking or running, and is centrally located to shopping and restaurants. There are other houses nearby, but far enough that we had all the privacy we needed. The views are beautiful from every window. The house is extremely neat and clean and very well-maintained. We cooked in a few nights and the kitchen had everything we needed. While there we kayaked, hiked, golfed, did some exploring by car and a little shopping. There was also a great brew pub a few miles away. ”
Owner's Response
“Hi Tricia, we're glad you had a good time and that the kitchen had everything you needed for a nice dinner at home! We hope you'll visit us again soon!”
Date of Stay: August 2013
Posted On: 8/30/13 by John W.
“Uncas House is a wonderful place to spend time and relax. It's located in a private community that's quiet and peaceful, with beautiful surroundings. The house itself is very clean and comfortable, nicely decorated, and well maintained. The beds are cozy, especially on cool nights (we like to sleep with the windows open), with comforters that keep you toasty warm. The kitchen is very well appointed with everything you may need to prepare a meal. Of all the vacation rentals we've stayed in over the years, this was definitely the best equipped kitchen we've had yet. There a many thoughtful features about this house that really make it comfortable and convenient to stay in, and enjoy the variety of activities you've come to the Adirondacks for. The deck is such a nice spot to have your morning coffee and enjoy a book; and the hot tub is definitely the spot to hang out at night and watch the stars. It's a family friendly property, that all of us (five, including two boys 11 & 13, and my mother-in-law, 85) were comfortable staying in.
There's a community swimming pool a short walk (or drive) from the house, that's clean and well maintained; with tables, chairs and lounge chairs to enjoy. There's no life guard on duty, but plenty of safety equipment if needed.
Uncas House is located a short distance from Gore Mountain ski area, and about five miles from the town of North Creek. It's a great location to use as a home base for day trips, or just hang out there. We took a day trip every other day, and just relaxed there the rest of the time. North Creek has a Tops grocery store with everything you'll need, and there's a good selection of places to eat as well. It's a cozy little town with a nice atmosphere.
Our day trips took us to Barton Garnet Mine, Natural Stone Bridge & Caves (this one was very cool), the summit of Whiteface Mountain, the town of Lake Placid, Blue Mountain Lake and a hike up Crane Mountain. There's so much more to do, we wish we had more time there.
All-in-all, it's a great place to stay, reasonably priced, and the owner is wonderful to work with (thanks again). We will definitely return for another vacation, and I have no hesitation about recommending this to anyone interested.
Thanks again, we really enjoyed the property !!!
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