Après Chalet is a lovely home in Jay NY, with open floor plan, cozy gas woodstove, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & family room with air hockey & games, just 12 miles from Whiteface Mtn... The space Plan your next getaway to the Adirondacks with a visit to the lovely Après Chalet in Jay, NY to stay in a comfortable, spacious home within a private setting just 12.2 miles away from Whiteface Mountain and only a short drive away from the Olympic Village of Lake Placid. This desirable vacation rental that sleeps 7, offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an inviting open floor plan for the main level that includes the living room with cozy gas woodstove, dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, breakfast bar with stools, and opens onto the deck. The lower level features a spacious family room complete with air hockey, board games, a record player with records, a DVD player with DVDs, and a large TV perched in front of a comfy sectional sofa, perfect for game nights or movie nights at home with space for everyone! There is also a desk with a chair in the family room for those seeking a "work vacation" in a great location to ideally fit in both work and play! Enjoy the outdoors by bringing along some yard games, kick back on the lower covered patio, or the upper deck with grill and outdoor furniture. Grill your meals and dine outdoors or just relax and wind down after busy days, while reminiscing about your adventures. There is so much to explore and see in the surrounding areas including all kinds of sporting opportunities and natural attractions in a majestic setting. Cross the historic covered bridge to dip your toes in the Jay Falls, bring along your poles to fish in the nearby Ausable River, your hiking boots to take advantage of endless hiking trails and your bicycles to pedal along the Ironman course or mountain bike trails. Whether you decide to explore, spend a day on the slopes of Whiteface to ski in the winter visit in the summer months, or take the short drive to Lake Placid to visit the Olympic venues, there is sure to be something to thrill everyone in your group during all 4 seasons! AC Window Unit in Living room during the summer Propane fire pit What Awaits You: Jay Village Green presents a great spot to relax in this lovely park where there is a bandstand for free summer concerts, water fountain, benches and a picnic area or visit the nearby Jay Covered Bridge, Douglas Memorial Park and the Children’s park/playground. 5.7 Miles Away Jay Covered Bridge is a historic 160’ long covered bridge built in 1857 and restored in 2006 that crosses over the Ausable River and is notably the last historic bridge in the Adirondacks. 6.6 Miles Away Douglas Memorial Park is at the southern end of the Jay Covered Bridge with a children’s park and playground just a short distance away. 6.6 Miles Away Jay Falls offers gorgeous scenic views. Dip your toes in these refreshing falls just upstream from the Jay Covered Bridge 6.36 Miles Away Jay Mountain is part of Jay Mountain Wilderness Area with a designated trail most people visit to go hiking or hunting/trapping. 10.7 Miles Away Adirondack History Museum in Elizabethtown features several exhibits including renowned Artist/Designer/Builder/Toymaker Arto Monaco and his former Jay Landmark of the Land of Make Believe, historic and contemporary Essex County Artists, hiking in the High Peaks and much more! 27.7 Miles Away North Pole Santa’s Workshop in Wilmington invites visitors to a theme park that is set up as a Santa’s Storybook Village and geared towards children and the young at heart. Lots for families to see and do in this wondrous setting! 10.3 Miles Away Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington beckons visitors to glide down over 3 peaks with 25 miles of trails available for varied experience levels for skiing and snowboarding in the winter along with summer gondola rides, disc golf, nature hiking and Oktoberfest festivals in the fall. 10.2 Miles Away Adirondack Wildlife Refuge and Rehabilitation in Wilmington is comprised of 50 acres of a “Wild Kingdom” that includes a 1 mile guided interpretive trail and features several species of rescued wildlife. 9.4 Miles Away High Falls Gorge in Wilmington is a 22 Acre nature park with bridges walkways and groomed trails that showcase 4 separate waterfalls and breathtaking views of Adirondack splendor! 13.2 Miles Away Putt N Play Mini Golf in Wilmington awaits challengers with an 18 hole miniature golf course that offers seasonal fun for all ages! 9.0 Miles Away​​​​​​​ Lake Placid Main Street with shopping galore, varied dining options, breweries, theater, Mids park with year round events, Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks, skating and public beach with playground, tennis courts and toboggan run 21.3 Miles Away​​​​​​​ Mirror Lake in Lake Placid is the center of the Lake Placid community with year round activity. Public beach , kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding in the summer becomes a winter hub of activity when the lake ices over. Take a thrilling ride down the toboggan chute, skate around the 2 mile cleared track on waters edge or play a rowdy game of ice hockey! 21 Miles Away​​​​​​​ Lake Placid Lake presents visitors with opportunity to launch from the public boat launch and cruise across pristine waters, enjoy water skiing/tubing fun or take a guided boat tour to learn the history of the waters and properties that surround the lake. 21.1 Miles Away Olympic Arenas with museum, indoor rinks including the world famous Herb Brooks Rink that hosted the Miracle on Ice Game in 1980 and the outdoor speed skating oval 21.3 Miles Away​​​​​​​ John Brown Farm is a historic site with museum and memorial grounds featuring period reenactments, picnic area and access to trails for hiking cross country skiing or snowshoeing. 22.7 Miles Away​​​​​​​ Ski Jump Complex presents opportunity to watch ski jumpers fly, flip and spiral through the air after vaulting off the ski jumps, take a ride on the 8 passenger gondola, experience the thrill of zip lines next to the 100 meter ski jump or take a glass elevator to the sky deck to gaze on amazing panoramic views! 21.9 Miles Away​​​​​​​ Mount Van Hoevenberg allows the adventurous members of your group to experience the thrill of the longest Cliffside Coaster in North America, cruise down the Bobsled run on a guided ½ mile track of up to 50 mph, bike, run, hike or watch exciting events. 25.6 Miles Away​​​​​​​ Horse Show Grounds is an excellent opportunity to watch 2 separate horse jumping competitions that take place at the end June and beginning of July. 22.3 Miles Away​​​​​​​ Experience Outdoors Guided Zip Line Tours where guides will lead you through zip line tours with varied height levels, Adventure Park activities, 3D Archery or Mountaintop Yoga. 25.3 Miles Away ​​​​​​​ Jay and the surrounding areas feature several lakes, fishing, golfing, hunting, biking, snowmobiling, cross country skiing and so many more varied sporting or entertainment opportunities for visitors. Guest access This lovely home has lots of space inside and out for your group to spread out or gather together. The deck, covered patio and firepit lend to lots of outdoor space to enjoy the fresh Adirondack air. The open floor plan along with lower level family room with desk/chair for catching up on social media, table for games, sectional sofa with room for all, large TV, air hockey table, record player and DVD player allow for hours of at home entertainment! Other things to note Extra Notes Quick Question & Answer Information about our properties and services: Q. What type of vacation rental properties do you offer? A. We offer a wide selection of vacation rental properties ranging from cozy cabins to luxury retreats. We set very high-standards to enhance your vacation experience and ensure guest satisfaction. All Engel & Volkers rental properties are well maintained in desirable locations, fully furnished and tastefully appointed. Q. What are your office hours? A. Our office is open from 8:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. six days a week, Sunday’s by appointment and available to handle issues 24/7. Q. Where and when do I check-in the day of my arrival? A. Check in time is 4:00 p.m. unless we have approved an earlier check-in time. Please stop by our office to pick up your key and complimentary welcome tote. If you plan to arrive after 5:00 p.m., kindly let us know and we will make arrangements with you for key pickup. Engel & Volkers is conveniently located at 2297 Saranac Avenue, Lake Placid, NY 12946. Q. When is departure time? A. The check-out time is 10:00 a.m., sharp. If possible, we will grant late check-out requests on the day of departure. Please call us at least 48 hours in advance if you wish to extend your check-out. Please note that late check-outs are not always available due to reservation turnovers. Q. Is there a cleaning fee? A. Yes, there is a one-time cleaning fee that applies to every rental. This fee is based on the number of bedrooms, bathrooms and overall size of the property. If you’d like additional housekeeping during your stay, please call us to book a mid-stay clean. Q. Are linens and towels included? A. Yes, all of our vacation rental properties include linens and towels at the property for your use. Q. Are paper products, soaps and other household supplies included? Our vacation rentals are furnished with a start-up supply of paper and soap products. This includes paper towels, toilet paper, dishwashing soap, garbage bags, a clean sponge and laundry soap. Some homes may also have a basic supply of spices, cooking oil and cooking spray. Depending on how long your stay is and your level of usage, you may need to purchase more of these items at any of the local grocery stores. Q. Are washers & dryers available? A. Yes, most of our properties have a washer and dryer available. Q. Are pets permitted? A. Some of our vacation properties accept pets and a pet deposit is required. Please look for a pet friendly designation on our web-site or call us and we can help arrange suitable accommodations. Q. Is smoking allowed in my rental property? A. No, smoking is strictly prohibited in any of our vacation properties. Q. Is there air-conditioning in my rental property? A. Most properties do not have air conditioning since the average daily high temperature tends to hover around 75-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months. Q. What other types of services can Engel & Volkers Lake Placid Real Estate assist with? A. We are a locally owned full-service real estate agency and vacation rental company in business since 1979. Our hope is that you have the most enjoyable time during your stay, and that you will consider us your resource for "all things Lake Placid." Whether you are looking for a delicious place to eat, the best place for a hike, shopping, entertainment, we will gladly share our knowledge of the area and let you in on our favorites! If you fall in love with the area and would like to find your dream home, we would welcome the opportunity to help you own your "piece of the Adirondacks".