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The Balsam Inn

2.0 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, walk to West Branch of the Sacandaga River

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Basic Room 8
Living area
Front of property
Basic Room 8
Family dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
140 NY-10, Caroga Lake, NY, 12032
  • Popular LocationPoint Breeze8 min drive
  • Popular LocationKane Mountain Fire Tower8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCanada Lake9 min drive

Room options

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Basic Room 2

Basic Room 2

Highlights

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

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Basic Double or Twin Room 1

Basic Double or Twin Room 1

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Basic Room 7

Basic Room 7

Highlights

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

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Basic Room 4

Basic Room 4

Highlights

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

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Basic Room 9

Basic Room 9

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room 5

Basic Room 5

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room 8

Basic Room 8

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Basic Room 3

Basic Room 3

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2022
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room 6

Basic Room 6

Highlights

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

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The price is NZ$332
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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About the area

Arietta

At The Balsam Inn, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from West Branch of the Sacandaga River and 10 km (6.2 mi) from Canada Lake. Highlights at this lodge include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy access to boat tours, kayaking and rowing/canoeing. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Caroga Lake lodge include Kane Mountain Fire Tower and Wheelerville Bike Trails Access.
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What's nearby

  • Point Breeze - 8 min drive
  • Kane Mountain Fire Tower - 8 min drive
  • Canada Lake - 9 min drive
  • Wheelerville Bike Trails Access - 10 min drive
  • Pleasant Lake - 18 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Balsam Inn

Lodge with free breakfast, walk to West Branch of the Sacandaga River
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Balsam Inn also features a picnic area, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Balsam Inn was completed in 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Caroga Lake lodge.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1895
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
The Balsam Inn offers 9 accommodations with blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a hydromassage showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hunting
  • Kayaking
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Snowmobiling
  • Snowshoeing
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a state park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1895
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of USD 15 at checkout

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 40 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between midnight and 6:00 AM
  • Firewood fee: USD 15 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property only accepts cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property only accepts cash. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Balsam Inn?

Yep, The Balsam Inn has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at The Balsam Inn?

As of 29 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Balsam Inn on 1 Jul 2024 start from NZ$209.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Balsam Inn?

The closest beach to The Balsam Inn is Moffitt Beach (30.1 km).

What makes The Balsam Inn a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Balsam Inn.

Does The Balsam Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Balsam Inn?

No, The Balsam Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Balsam Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Balsam Inn?

Dogs are welcome at The Balsam Inn, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a weight limit of up to 18 kg per pet.

The Balsam Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The spirit of hospitality is alive in this place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner provided outstanding hospitality, liked the atmosphere of the inn, location was great, rooms were clean and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elvin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dovydas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the the place - clean, great vibe and Jenny is a star of the the place. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cortney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Country charm of the Balsam Inn is invigorating. The grounds around the inn are delectable. Jenn is a top notch host and all around wonderful person. Prepare to relax, enjoy nature at its fullest, and be transported to absolute paradise. Squishy beds too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing food in the cafe. Such great people running the place. A hidden gem
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

lisa, Gloversville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We felt like we were home away from home. Can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will be back!
My friends and I stayed here while in town for a wedding. It was a great place! The whole vibe was very laid back - I think this is the kind of place people reminisce about when they talk about the good old days. It didn't feel like we were walking into a glossy magazine ad, but more like we were spending the weekend at a friend's place - a very cool friend at that! Jenny was very personable it was easy to swap stories with her and tell jokes while we killed time at the bar (on the first floor). I was so excited about this little Inn and the vibe and how much fun it was to hang out there that I immediately came home and told my husband and friends about the place and now we're hoping to get a whole group of friends out there for a weekend. We hope to rent out the whole inn and spend the weekend enjoying the rivers and forests that surround the inn. 11 out of 10 stars!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
what a Gem
found this place and so glad we did! Jenny was super cool and very friendly. the place was spotless .Looking forward to staying again.Had the best time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nelson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jenny was so charming and went out of her way to make us feel welcome. I needed wine for a present and she helped with that and also provided a gift bag. The upstairs floors are not even but still the rooms evokes charm on many levels. She is a new buisness owner and I Am so glad we stayed to get her buisness off the ground. and
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The very best!
The very best weekend I could have had. Women owned. So cozy! I look forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Gem
What a hidden gem! Jenny is the innkeeper and is a bundle of joy and energy. If you are expecting a "Four Seasons" cookie cutter kind of experience, you will be severely disappointed. If you are looking for an authentic Adirondack experience with super friendly locals and an easy going vibe, you will LOVE it! The rooms are small, but well appointed with comfortable beds. In the downstairs bar, there is a sitting area and no shortage of drinks and snacks. Beers and snacks are on the honor system! Take one from the fridge and leave a couple $$. Jenny makes great cocktails and there are lovely locals to chat to and get to know. Cell signal is limited at best. Internet is only available via satellite and can also be slow. This is Upstate NY - its for unwinding and relaxing. Give the Balsam Inn a try if this sounds like your kind off place. You will not regret it and leave with new friends!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2022