The Waldheim

"I almost don’t want to let the secret out, but after reading the sole three star review by an aptly named individual who doesn’t seem to understand the concept of “it’s part of the charm,” I feel compelled to do my part to get this place the perfect rating it deserves. My wife and I had our honeymoon here last fall; she has been coming here for years. It’s a lovely set of cottages and cabins nestled on the shores of a peaceful lake in the Adirondacks. Adjectives to describe the staff read like a Boy Scout creed: helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, and cheerful. Excellent food awaits you three times daily in their recently renovated yet still rustic dining room. The menu can be limited for some, but they were able to accommodate my diet without issue. Sure, there’s no TV or cell phone service, and wifi is limited to a small library, but what with so much beauty around you that’s the point. Coming here forces you to put your phone down and live in the here and now. Come here if you want to read, kayak, swim, canoe, relax, hike one of the many trails around, or explore the quaint mountain towns. If, however, you live for room service and lounging by the pool while scrolling the same internet you see at home, you wouldn’t begin to appreciate the charm that this place offers"

"Love this place. Have been going Columbus weekend for over 30 years. Great ambiance in the Adirondack Mountains. Friendly staff. Has been operated by the same family for years. Many hiking trails nearby. Good in the summer also!"

"The staff was absolutely professional and humble and ready to serve. Having meals provided was very convenient and tasty! The cabins were extremely clean and having a fire in the fireplace was wonderful. Quiet, soothing, Relaxing, and all kinds of lake and trail activities. Very reasonable price. Excellent experience."

"A very rustic place, lots of families there for the week. Old customs still in place, one of the workers walks through at 7:30 ringing a bell to alert you that breakfast is in half an hour. No clocks, television, cell service, hair dryers. There is a small library with a land line and WiFi. A common room would have been nice. The furniture in our cabin had seen better days. The food was good and plentiful, however for three vegetarians at our table no provisions we're made, they had the salad, sometimes the soup, and the three sides of vegetables as their dinner."

"This place is magical. I absolutely love and cherish every moment I spend here. I have been coming here since I was born, and my mother has been coming here since she was a child. One of the greatest things about this place is that very little, if anything, changes over the years. The nostalgia is almost overwhelming when I visit this place. The Martin, and now Pratt family has mastered the art of a rustic feel and truly relaxing environment. All of the cabins are hand crafted and around 100 years old, (see some exterior shots in my pics) but have all the modern amenities. Everything is taken care of for you - cooking, cleaning, so all you need worry about is relaxation. Whether I am making a campfire on the beach or at the lean to on the point by North Bay (in my pics), or sitting on the dock taking in all the stars, every night is a special one at the Waldheim. My favorite activities include: hiking to Billy’s Bald Spot, kayaking in North Bay, and sitting on the porch to enjoy the view. (See some of my pics for just a few of them!) I’ll admit, I’m also a foodie. I really enjoy the edible offers this place has. (See my breakfast pic) Save room for dessert; their pastries are made in-house and are top notch! You can also request a picnic lunch so you have the ability to take it on a midday adventure. If it gets too hot, just take a dip in the water to cool down. And if you’re too chilly, you can get your fireplace going in your cabin. Surrounded by protected, “forever wild” land, this is 100% my favorite way to stay in the Adirondacks. Whether you want that destination to sit and enjoy, or a home base to go out and explore from, this is the best of the best. They have won a lifelong patron in me, a generational one in my family, and I know many others feel the same. There can never be enough time spent at the Waldheim."