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The Balsam Inn

2.0 star property
Mountain lodge within easy reach of West Branch of the Sacandaga River

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Nestled near the West Branch of the Sacandaga River, The Balsam Inn offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and an art gallery. With free WiFi, guests can unwind by the firepit or explore nearby attractions like Kane Mountain Fire Tower and Canada Lake.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Picnic area
  • TV in a common area
  • Boat tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Snowshoeing

Feel at home (4)

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking
$110 nightly
The total price is $119
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Total with taxes and fees

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Basic Double or Twin Room 1 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Double or Twin Room 1

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Room 2 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 2

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Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room 3 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 3

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room 4 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 4

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Room 5 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 5

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Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room 6 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room 7 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 7

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Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room 8 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 8

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Room 9 | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Basic Room 9

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
140 NY-10, Caroga Lake, NY, 12032

What's nearby

  • West Branch of the Sacandaga River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Canada Lake - 7 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Piseco Lake - 14 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Royal Mountain - 15 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Oak Mountain Ski Center - 30 min drive - 50.4 km

Restaurants

  • The Forever Wild Tavern
  • ‪Balsams Inn & Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pinnacle Restaurant and Motel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lake Front Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pine Lake Lodge - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Balsam Inn

Enjoy your visit to Caroga Lake with a stay at The Balsam Inn. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and rowing/canoeing.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 15 at check-out
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, up to 5 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Boat tours
  • Boat/paddles
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Snowmobiling
  • Snowshoeing
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Services

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Water sports equipment
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1895
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Art gallery on site
  • Firepit
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Towels

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Firewood is available for an extra charge of USD 15 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 1000 per day
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 1000 per pet (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property only accepts cash.

Also known as

The Balsam Inn Lodge
The Balsam Inn Caroga Lake
The Balsam Inn Lodge Caroga Lake

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Balsam Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a maximum weight of 5 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 1000 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 1000 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Balsam Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Balsam Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Balsam Inn and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy onsite recreation like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing and return when the snow melts for kayaking and rowing. Additional recreation onsite includes hunting. The Balsam Inn also has a picnic area.

What's the area around The Balsam Inn like?

The Balsam Inn is located a short 3-minute walk from West Branch of the Sacandaga River.

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Reviews

The Balsam Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Free breakfast options included milk, juice, coffee, muffins, breakfast bars, fruit, and cereal. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The Balsam Inn is a gem perfectly situated in the Adirondack Park. Super clean and quiet, with a great bar and good food!
Lawrence, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A smiley day!

We found our stay to be warm and friendly, it was like staying with your family.
William, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Warm and excellent stay

The hosts were both pleasant and welcoming. We were met with an explanation and a quick tour of the Inn. Jenny provided recommendations for a local restaurant nearby, and it was great.
Ben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Home away from home!

Great discovery.. extremely friendly and hospitable. Felt like home away from home! Hope to come back during snowmobile season!
Keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at the Balsam Inn! Everyone put their hearts into giving folks a great experience. My husband says the dinner was the finest he ever had, and I appreciated all the little things that made our travel easier (ice for coolers, a shared frig, absolutely lovely and plentiful bedding). We would definitely stay there again!
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Authentic, warm, and friendly.

What a great stay. My travel was disrupted, and Jenny was kind, understanding, and communicative. The Inn is cute and authentic. The location is stunning. I only regret being able to stay just one night (cancelled flight), it was a warm and I felt welcomed.
Reed, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owner is simply amazing such a sweetheart her energy and charisma are the greatest treat to stay in the hotel she did everything possible to keep me comfortable and she was available for anything that I could need I was there to be part of a race in the area she made sure to help me with anything that I needed .. the place is neat and clean and well taken care of. The restaurant in the first floor is very cute and the food is really good too I ended up having a salad she made herself and it was delicious
Guillermo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owner provided outstanding hospitality, liked the atmosphere of the inn, location was great, rooms were clean and very comfortable
Ron, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jenny is very friendly person
Dennis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My son and I stayed here because we were driving from Pittsburgh to University of Vermont to move him in to college. This place was right in the route. Jenny greeted us and showed us around. My son wanted to fish in the nearby lakes, so we did fished, and then went to a nearby pub for dinner. Jenny had called the pub for us to make sure they were open. Each room of the Inn is unique and feels so luxurious. All the linens, pillows, towels are just top notch. My son wants to stop here every trip to college.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hospitality of the staff especially Ginny the owner of this fine establishment was very helpful and were great to chat with regarding the region of the Adirondacks. Let me not forget to mention the rooms are cozy, impeccable and lovely decorated by Ginny who is true artist. I do plan on visiting this area of the Adirondacks again and the Balsams will be base camp when exploring this beautiful area.
Paul, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We felt like we were home away from home. Can’t wait to stay again.
lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The spirit of hospitality is alive in this place.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quiet and peaceful atmosphere.
Dan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and accommodating proprietor
Jean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly owner.
Joan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay at the Balsam Inn. Jenny, the owner, is top notch and has created a real gem of a place to stay. Will certainly return.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the the place - clean, great vibe and Jenny is a star of the the place. Would recommend!
Dovydas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing food in the cafe. Such great people running the place. A hidden gem
LAURA, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property owner was very hospitable. Clean property. Nice friendly staff. Good food.
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. So many trails and fishing spots closeby. Jenn is super nice and makes the best waffles for breakfast on the planet. I can't wait to get back again.
Dirk, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Balssan inn is TOPS

All aspects of my stay was excellent. accomodations were excellent and the host Jenny was superb.She was alocal who has built her busirss reputationon hard work and her guests enjoying a good tay. She is a PRO!!!!!
jjohn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem

Incredible place to stay. It is an older building, that is what makes it so unique. Each and every room is a little different. We were welcomed and made to feel truly at home. Great food and ambiance. I will definitely recommend to our friends and family if the are traveling
Glen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem

Incredible place to stay. It is an older building, that is what makes it so unique. Each and every room is a little different. We were welcomed and made to feel truly at home. Great food and ambiance. I will definitely recommend to our friends and family if the are traveling
Glen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely start again. Everyone was very friendly, welcome and accommodating. Parking is easy, the rooms and bathrooms are clean and cozy, we had excellent drinks and pie downstairs in the bar/restaurant, and free breakfast (milk juice, coffee, muffins, breakfast bars, fruit and cereal) in the morning.
Danielle, 1-night trip