Basin Harbor

We stayed in the Crestmont cottage and really loved it! Spacious bathroom, 1 big bedroom with 2 double beds, and a living room with a fireplace and wet bar. We didn't use the fireplace because it was summer, and I'm not sure what the policy is on using it, but the window air conditioners worked just fine for August. The resort grounds were lovely and natural but not excessively landscaped - more like a well kept country resort. Actually, there was a set of flower beds near the Ardelia's restaurant on the property that were really colorful and vibrant, and we passed it each when walking to the waterfront. At the waterfall, it was fun to grab the first come, first serve non-motorized craft such as SUPs, kayaks, and pedal boats. We also chose to hire one of their MasterCraft ski boats with a captain a couple times. Both young men were very pleasant and patient, especially when we tried water skiing and tubing. If you want to drive a boat yourself, without a captain, you can rent one of the Key West bow riders they have with a 150 outboard, and I think they have a few pontoon boats for rent as well. The over the top dinner experience not to be missed is the waterfront lobster boil with a delicious buffet of summer salads, crab/seafood cakes, chowder, and dessert. This was all set up on a landing angled towards the sunset over the Adirondacks - absolutely gorgeous! We hope to return next summer!

Basin Harbor never fails to exceed our expectations! We always have a magical time enjoying this secluded slice of paradise. We can’t wait to come back!

I can't say enough good things about Basin Harbor and the staff. They are incredible. The facilities are great, the activities around the resort are numerous and the food is outstanding. We have held our company golf tournament here for the past 2 years (inaugural event in 2024) and they exceeded our expectations. Will has been exceptional with lodging and Jason at the clubhouse/pro shop is outstanding and will keep us coming back every year.

The overall trip was great in terms of activities but the problem was with the meal plan as part of our party had a meal plan and others did not. Upon check out the hotel refused to apply the meal plan for multiple meals thereby overcharging us (eg charging us both for the meal plan and for the dinners).

It was great because we got a golf cart to use for our stay capped at 8mph and our son got a bike that he preferred to use so we followed behind him. He got so much exercise and was thrilled. Tons of kids even if you don’t do kid camp. Around every cottage is something. - Tennis, shuffle board, large chess pieces, something for kids. You must make reservations or you cannot eat. We had a few hiccups but each time the staff really bent over backwards to try and fix so we were really pleased. I will say, we went when it was quiet. I do not know if we would have enjoyed the place if it was a busier time. The beach is small with only so many seats. The bars are very small. So if we went say on a busy July week I do not know if we would have been so happy. But our waiter said we came on the decline so it was perfect. No waiting for food reservations, pool just full enough, enough seats at the beach. I do wish they offered more activities but all in all we will be back.

This lovely resort is a national treasure. A trip to the past but with modern updates. We were lucky to stay in the Woodland Cottage directly on the lake. Mini kitchen, a bedroom with a king bed and the sleeper sofa in the separate living room had plenty of room for the 4 of us. Small balcony w/2 chairs made for great lake viewing with the Adirondak mtns backdrop. There's lots to do for the kids. They loved the "iceberg" in the swinnimng area with its waterslides and high jumps as well as the trampoline. Scenic swimming bay with its many lounge chairs, bar and food truck/tables overlooking the boat harbor was lovely for us non active types. Our dinner at the casual Red Mill was great. Lovely antique boathouse decor plus the kids could play on the playground until the food was ready. Someday I'll have to return to try out the fancier restaurant in the main lodge or the once a week dinner on the pier. If you're there on July 3rd they put on a great fireworks show. Very friendly, helpful staff.