This vacation home places you next to Fern Lake and within a 15-minute drive of Black Brook Town Hall. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
20 Main - 12 min drive
Mad River Pizza - 12 min drive
The River Goose Cafe - 11 min drive
20 Main Tavern - 12 min drive
M & M Diner - 12 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Moons and Loons Cabin | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath
Visit the Adirondacks and stay at the lovely Moons and Loons Cabin on Fern Lake for a memorable vacation. This cozy, immaculate and newly built cabin has an inviting open floor plan with in-floor radiant heat, a full kitchen, dining and the living room with queen size sleeper sofa. The TV has cable as well as Amazon Prime and there are a selection of board games. There are 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and visitors are welcomed to the front door with lush lawns and beautiful landscaping.
A sweeping back lawn leads to a lakeside dock with a ladder for lake swimming, mooring a boat or the beach and lounge chairs offer a perfect spot to enjoy the sunshine! There are 2 kayaks, 1 fishing kayak, 1 canoe and 3 paddleboards available for guest use or you may choose to bring your own boat to moor at the end of the dock, which can be accessed from the public boat launch across the lake. Step out onto the back patio complete with seating and dining area to dine outdoors while taking in gorgeous lake and mountain views displayed in front of you and then relax at the firepit surrounded by 10 chairs to do some stargazing at the end of your days.
This Adirondack waterfront vacation rental sits in a quiet area amid several natural attractions and outdoor sporting opportunities in every direction. Directly across from the cabin is easy access to hundreds of acres of hiking and exploring. Visit the malls of Plattsburgh, Whiteface Mountain Ski Center for a day on the slopes or the Olympic Village of Lake Placid with several venues, that are all located within a short driving distance away. Enjoy spending time on the lake or venture out to explore your surroundings and return to relax lakeside and toast some smores around the firepit.
Additional Amenities: Boot dryer for 2 pairs of boots in the laundry room. Ski rack in the shed.
What Awaits You:
Ausable Chasm offers visitors unmatched Adirondack splendor and natural beauty at its best! Take a breathtaking boat tour, hike, float in a tube or mountain bike through one of the oldest natural attractions in the Adirondacks! Whatever you choose to do you are sure to leave with an abundance of amazing memories! 18.3 Miles Away 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. 11.0 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. 11.6 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. 11.6 Miles Away Jay Falls offers gorgeous scenic views. Dip your toes in these refreshing falls just upstream from the Jay Covered Bridge 11.6 Miles Away Jay Mountain is part of Jay Mountain Wilderness Area with a designated trail most people visit to go hiking or hunting/trapping. 16.7 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! 32.9 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! 11.6 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. 13.5 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. 10.5 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! 14.4 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! 10.3 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 23.0 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! 23.0 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. 22.4 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 22.6 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. 24.0 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! 23.0 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. 30.9 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. 23.7 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. 25.1 Miles Away
Au Sable Forks, 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.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.
Property manager
Engel & Völkers Lake Placid | Vacation Rental Department
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1 square foot
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Au Sable Forks, just steps from Fern Lake. Larry Ryan Mountain is also within a driving distance of 3.5 mi.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Moons and Loons Cabin | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath?
At this lakeside vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a firepit.
Does Moons and Loons Cabin | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Plattsburgh, NY (PBG-Plattsburgh Intl.), which is 29.8 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lake Placid, NY (LKP), which is located 23.7 mi away (43-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Moons and Loons Cabin | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath?
Yes, every accommodation at Moons and Loons Cabin | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath comes with a deck with some featuring mountain or water views.
Moons and Loons Cabin | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Philip G.
Jun 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fern lake
Everything was great. The house was clean, and the property was well-equipped for all sorts of activities. Great location, we'll be back
Philip G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
PAUL V.
Jun 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, will do again
great location, within 30 minutes of Lake Placid. fishing was good. Cabin was great
PAUL V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bridget F., Morristown, NJ
Sep 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay!
This was our third time staying and we had a great experience!
Bridget F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Catherine C.
Aug 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
Clean. Neighbors were quiet and the lake is beautiful. Plenty of privacy.
Catherine C.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia O.
Jul 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Moons and Loons was the perfect place for our girls getaway. We’re planning on returning with our spouses next summer. The cabin is beautiful and has everything you need. Very convenient to Lake Placid. Five stars all the way around.
Patricia O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole S.
Jun 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin on the lake.
Beautiful place, quality furnishings.
Nicole S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn K., Buffalo, NY
Oct 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake/Mountain Bliss
Awesome cabin with all the amenities, spectacular view of lake & mountains. Great kayaking, campfires, coffee on the deck, area hiking. Looking forward to come back.
Dawn K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carol C.
Oct 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Loved this cottage! So clean and right on the water. Autumn was beautiful. If I didn't live 1,100 miles away I would come back every year but, alas.....it's almost time to retire!! yay!
Carol C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jody p.
Aug 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Enjoyed
Jody p.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ryan E.
Jul 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
We have stayed at Moons and Loons twice — Aug 2020 and July 2022. The property is wonderful. We spent a lot of time in/on the water in the provided kayaks and SUPs. Nice general store 2 miles away in Black Brook. Easy and scenic 30-40 min drive to Lake Placid or the Adirondack Loj. Would certainly stay again.
Ryan E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie H.
Jun 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
This property is gorgeous. There are great views of the lake from the patio, yard, and living room. We were really pleased with the amount of seating inside and out. We’re a family of five aged 19 to 56. We had plenty of space and we were very comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked. We enjoyed the fire pit and using the canoe and kayaks. We would definitely love to visit again.
Stephanie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pamela M.
Jun 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
It’s a beautiful location and place to stay. Everything you need is there. Beautiful sunsets and a lot of wildlife. Would rent again in a heartbeat.
Pamela M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eileen C.
May 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend with gorgeous lake views
The house was beautiful and exceptionally clean. The lake views were amazing and even better than we expected from the photos. We loved our stay and would highly recommend this property!
Eileen C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Derek B.
Mar 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Moons and Loons PARADISE
This property was everything and more then what is posted in the description. It was very charming and modern. It was exactly like what was in the pictures. The property was immaculate. Everything was in predicting condition leaving you to want to leave it as such. Check in was very accommodating in letting us check in a bit early after a 5 hour drive. Engle & Volkers do an amazing job as the property managers. They had a goody bag waiting for us upon entry and called us mid stay to make sure everything was perfect, IT WAS. Will be looking to stay here again in the summer if we can find the availability! Overall, best rental I have stayed in the Adirondacks. 10/10.
Derek B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
Feb 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place
This our second trip to moons and loons. Wonderful, clean and fun place to stay.
Jessica S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alison N.
Jan 11, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Coziest cabin
This was a perfect home base for our weekend in the Lake Placid area - such a comfy and cozy space with everything we needed and more! We were already planning our next trip back before we left the property.
Alison N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lance H.
Oct 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in the perfect spot
Not much to say then we will definitely be returning in the future, best family vacation by far!!
Lance H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Genet S.
Oct 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Views and Comfortable Stay
This was hands down the best spot we stayed at during our vacation. The cabin was so adorable and decorated perfectly. They included so many nice touches such as the blankets to use by the fire and the extra comforters in the closets for the cooler nights! The night we had a fire I saw more stars in the sky there than I have in my entire life. Kind of hurt my neck staring up so long but it was worth it and so amazing to be able to experience that! Even though it had a secluded feel, it was close to many places. We hiked Whiteface Mountain and visited downtown Lake Placid. We were so sad to leave and wished we would have booked for longer. Would love to visit again someday. Don’t hesitate to book this place and add an extra day if you can, you won’t be disappointed!
Genet S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joe M., Jersey City, NJ
Sep 10, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Adirondacks getaway destination
My girlfriend and I really enjoyed our stay at Moons & Loons Cottage on Fern Lake. It's a beautiful, well-appointed lakefront property that hit on our desire for a peaceful, beautiful getaway. We will strongly consider a return stay here.
Pros:
--We enjoyed our meals and relaxing on the patio, looking out on the lake; sitting by the fire pit each night; watching the loons, ducks, bald eagles,; fishing from the dock, etc.
--Very comfortable, clean, and stylish accommodations
--Washer & Dryer; comfortable beds; anything you might need for home cooking is included in the kitchen
--Property is a quick drive the town center of Ausable, making it easy to run out to the market to pick up any supplies you might need
Cons:
--Shower head is less than optimal; no shelf or anywhere in/around the shower to place anything (soap, shampoo, etc.)
--The gas grill is functional, but is in need of new burner covers (rusted/disintegrating) and grill grates; location of the grill is on the side of the cottage away from the patio and front door, making it a bit of a chore to mind what you're cooking while doing other things
--The firewood provided isn't covered, so even occasional rain showers dampened the wood to the point that it wasn't ideal for getting a camp fire going; we purchased seasoned camp wood nearby
--Not sure if it's intentional, but there was a meager supply of paper napkins and no paper towels in the cottage
Joe M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tracy S.
Aug 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly peaceful
What an absolute gem! We went to fern lake for a wedding and fell in love with this lake house! The house was immaculate and had every amenity you would need or want when renting a house. We went kayaking on the lake and made a fire. The views were unbelievable, the sunsets were picturesque, and the lake was serene. We look forward to renting at moons and loons again!!!
Tracy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bridget F., Morristown, NJ
Aug 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
Perfect getaway. The house was amazing! Comfortable and well stocked. We all loved the backyard and lake access. We would absolutely stay again.
Bridget F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
joshua c.
Aug 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We were really delighted with the level of cleanliness of the property. The house was equipped with everything that we needed to have a comfortable vacation. The view of the lake from the house was incredible. Plus, our host was very friendly and informative of things to do in the area. Overall, this was an excellent house to stay in and we will be looking forward to renting this house again.
joshua c.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lori D.
Jun 22, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Best family vacation EVER
Stunning sunsets, comfy cabin and everything in between! All of us were so happy that we didn’t want to leave the cabin! Our adult kids all the way down to our 5 year old we’re beyond content to play on Lake Fern all day, every day of our stay! We sat around the fire pit at night and watched the shooting stars while we ate s’mores. We were SO happy at the cabin. This was our very best find EVER!
Lori D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sari S.
Mar 21, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely ADK house, beautiful lake view
Fresh, new-feeling house. We all felt comfortable immediately. We hope to come back soon.
Sari S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
Feb 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
The cabin was cozy and so pretty in a beautiful location. Close to Whiteface Mountain. We didn’t want to leave!