The Point

“The Point is absolutely, but absolutely, lovely. A place in which everything you see is total

perfection of taste…”

Rene LeClar “The 300 best Hotels in the World”

Visiting us is rather different from staying at an inn or resort; it is more like joining old friends for a house party in the

woods. Please take the time to read our brochure – you'll get a good idea of what to expect.

Come and join us, and experience life as it was meant to be.

Cameron Karger

General Manager

Welcome to The Point

In the vast wilderness of the Adirondack Park, Guilded Age magnates built magnificent palaces made of logs;

sumptuous retreats that married luxury to nature. Some were lavish, some simple, but none expressed more fully the

collage of mountain charm than The Point.

Painstakingly constructed on 75 acres of peninsula stretching in to Upper Saranac Lake, The Point was originally

Camp Wonundra, the home of William Avery Rockefeller. There, in the heart of the deep woods, he lives quietly and

entertained in the gracious style of the Great Camp Era.

The Point continues the tradition of honoring guests with its unique combination of warm hospitality, privacy and

total comfort.

Dining and Cuisine

Dining and Cuisine

In the Great Hall, gigantic fireplaces blaze at either end of the room. Vast couches, zebra rugs, antique twig furniture,

antlers commemorating hunting days gone by—it all comes together in a spirit of good cheer and great comfort.

In the evening, guests gather in the Great Hall, in the Pub or perhaps our Elco electric lake launch, where cocktails

are often served. The conversation grows as daylight wanes, and in time, everyone moves to the Great Hall’s round

tables to begin a memorable meal. Dinner attire is usually worn throughout the week, and on Wednesday and

Saturday evenings black tie is worn (not required but strongly suggested) to continue the tradition of elegant Great

Camp dining.

As at any house party, there is no menu. Wonderful food, wines from our private cellar, and special company enrich

the evening. The conversation matches the food and drink, rich in flavor and variety. After dinner, guests often take

their coffees to the terrace or the Great Hall’s huge sofas. The evening may end with a spirited billiards game,

impromptu sing-a-long around the piano, a little dancing, a moonlight stroll, or a cognac at the bonfire.

“The food is quite extraordinary.”

Gourmet

Guest Quarters

Morning at the Main Lodge

Eleven distinctive guest quarters are spread among four original buildings. Each guest room has a broad lake view,

custom-made bed and spacious private bath. All contain an eclectic mixture of antiques, art and Adirondack

furniture, and each has a cozy sitting area facing a fireplace of chiseled stone. The walls of the room are hand waxed

to a rich honey color. There are reading lamps aplenty, and old hardcovers stand on the shelves on the mantelpiece.

Mohawk Algonquin

Mohawk was the Rockefellers’ original master bedroom; and its

beamed cathedral ceiling, smooth spruce-paneled walls and king

size bed gives it a feeling of magnificence.

Though only steps from the Great Hall, it has a very private

mood. A hall leads past the closet into the bedroom and you feel

like worlds away. The white-tiled bathroom has a claw-foot tub

with separate shower and chrome fixtures and a window to the

lake.

A private sitting area overlooking Upper Saranac Lake provides

the perfect spot to take in nature’s splendor.

Algonquin was the original library of the camp, and William

Rockefeller’s private office. It is a cozy, inviting room, the honey-

hued walls lines with books from floor to ceiling.

Algonquin has a queen size bed flanked by polished brass

reading lamps, and a door that opens to the woods and lake. An

armchair and ottoman are pulled up before the wide, stone

fireplace. A couch beneath a row of windows offers another post

on which to read.

Algonquin boasts a waterfall shower and separate claw-foot tub.

Iroquois Morningside

Iroquois, built for William Rockefeller’s daughter, is a quiet,

welcoming room, tucked in beside the Great Hall. An artisan

made king size bed faces a fieldstone fireplace, the giant stones

hefted by dray horse from local fields nearly a century ago.

The cast-iron windows open eastward to the water, and a private

door leads to the Main Lodge’s large terrace overlooking the

lake. Wing chairs flank the fireplace, and the bookcases on either

side are stocked with books collected over the years.

The white-tiled bathroom has a standing shower.

Sunrise lights the pine-paneled walls of Morningside, the end

room in the south wing of the Main Lodge. It is such a private

and peaceful place that it seems like a cottage hidden in the

woods.

A beamed cathedral ceiling arches over a king size bed or two

twin size beds (your preference). Two deep armchairs face each

other in from of the fireplace, with a giant footrest between them.

The mullioned windows gaze out to the trees and lake.

The bathroom has a long, glass-walled tub with a shower and all

original fixture.

“If you’d like to pamper yourself with the utmost of elegance this may be the place for you…

it’s a fabulous experience”.

The Yale University Alumni Magazine

Trappers Lookout

Trappers, as its name implies, has a rustic, Adirondack air, like a

cabin in the forest. A king size bed flanked by birch trees faces

the log wall lined with windows, where all that can be seen are

woods and water. Expansive armchairs and a couch draped with

a heavy fur blanket face the large stone fireplace.

A pine and slate bathroom with a double soaking tub and a large

walk-in closet/dressing room are just a few of the highlights.

Lookout sits high and private in the trees, like a magnificent tree

house. It is a romantic retreat with a lofty, pine-paneled ceiling,

where the raised king size bed faces a private deck, the lake and

the sky.

Inside, one curved pine door leads to a walk-in closet, the other

to a bathroom with double marble sinks and in place of a tub, a

steam shower for two.

A loveseat and a pair of rocking chairs wait near the stone

fireplace. The enchantment of being high in the trees, just under

the stars makes this room truly special.

Sentinel Weatherwatch

Sentinel is a spacious suite set above the Pub like an aerie, with

views in all directions. Facing a large stone fireplace, a king size

bed with tree trunk posts seems to grow from the floor.

Sentinel’s bathroom is quite sumptuous, black marbled with

floor to ceiling mirrors and a double soaking tub, double sinks

and a separate shower with an adjacent, well-appointed dressing

room.

There is a sitting room with a second fireplace and a door to a

wide private deck, furnished with Adirondack chaise lounges.

Splendid and vast, Weatherwatch is one of The Point’s most

luxurious bedrooms. A beamed cathedral ceiling curves over an

enormous chiseled stone fireplace and a curtained king size bed.

A beautiful double chaise lounge and a deep cushioned

armchairs are gathered in front of a wall of windows and the

mirrored lake—just the place for watching the weather.

Weatherwatch has a walk-in closet and a wonderful bathroom—

once used as William Rockefeller’s darkroom—that still has its

original double black slate sinks.

Evensong Saranac

Evensong is a warm and beckoning room, filled with light in the

daytime and aglow with lamps at night. It has a king size bed or

two twin size beds (your preference) and a stone fireplace in a

windowed alcove.

Oil paintings hang on the mellow, hand-waxed walls. The

mullioned windows look out in three directions; to the lake, the

lawn and the woods.

The bath is absolutely original, all tile and chrome, black painted

wood floors, a separate water closet and a glassed-in tub with a

center shower. A private hall leads to a walk-in closet.

Saranac is a luxurious fir paneled room with an oversized king

bed and an original, hand-painted dresser from the Rockefeller

bedroom.

A chiseled stone fireplace fills most of one wall and two large

armchairs share a footrest in front of the fire. On a cold day it is

delightful to sit and warm one’s feet on the smooth heated stone.

Glass doors lead to a private patio where graceful bentwood

chairs face the lake. The specious, cream–painted bathroom has a

deep soaking tub, a separate double shower and windows that

open to the lawn.

“...for those in search of sybaritic creature comforts, there is only one destination—The

Point.”

Forbes Magazine

The Boathouse

The Boathouse offers a very special accommodation. One the lake level, it is home to the antique boats and ELCO

launch. Up above, a wrap-around balcony, private bar and huge white-canopied bed gives its residents the

impression of living on an magnificent houseboat.

Two swinging beds are suspended from the ceiling of the porch, looking out at a lavish panoramic view.

There are several seating areas, an immense stone fireplace and a spacious bathroom with double soaking tub,

double sinks and an oversize shower.

“...The Point’s elegance is not expressed in any sort of glossy opulence. On the contrary, the

emphasis falls firmly on enveloping warmth and the gentility of superb surroundings well-

used, well cared and well-loved”.

MGM Grand

Activities

Winter

Winter is magical at The Point, when the contrast between the silent, snowy forest and the warmth and luxury inside

is at its height. It is a time of bracing temperatures and hearty appetites; but best of all is the return at day’s end to

The Point—convivial, welcoming and restorative. In the spirit of invigorating adventure, The Point offers many ways

for guests to make their way to the snow. Beyond the property, the Adirondacks are the birthplace of winter sports,

where people first thought to enjoy the season instead of hiding from it.

The grand idea is in evidence everywhere, from the challenge of a steep ski run to lightening-fast bobsledding to a

castle built of ice.

Winter Activities

Snowshoeing ▪ Curling ▪ Ice Fishing ▪ Nordic Skiing ▪ Hockey ▪ Tubing ▪ Sledding ▪ Ice Skating ▪ “Camp David” wilderness cottage ▪ Games, poker, darts, Stave puzzles,

chess, vintage movies, billiards ▪ “Chef’s Assistant”

Additional Activities: 1980 Olympic venues in Lake Placid ▪ Visitor’s Interpretive Center ▪ Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake ▪ Whiteface Mountain Gondola ▪

High Falls Gorge ▪ Shopping and Antiquing ▪ Adirondack Guides for Hiking, Ice Fishing, Skiing and Snowshoeing ▪ Horseback riding at nearby stables

Summer / Fall

The Adirondack Mountains have long been a recreational paradise, a landscape of shimmering lakes and cascading

streams, vast timberlands and soaring mountains with views clear to Canada. The Point’s own wooded lakeshore

setting offers more activities than a day can hold, both on and off the clear lake water.

The lake is a dream for swimming and boating—cool and shadowed in some places, golden with sun warmed waters

in others. Beyond the property, there is plenty of temptation for the adventuresome, from bass fishing to rock

climbing. But wherever the day leads, The Point is there to come back to—a glass of champagne, a starry sky, a

gathering of friends, life lived well.

Summer / Fall Activities

Hiking (extensive trails) ▪ Golf / Driving Range ▪ Tennis ▪ Volleyball ▪ Badminton ▪ Bocce Ball ▪ Croquet ▪ Swimming ▪ 32’ Hacker-Craft, ELCO Launch, electric wooden

boats, canoes, guide boats, aluminum outboard fishing boats ▪ Water skiing and tubing ▪ Fishing ▪ Picnics ▪ “Camp David” wilderness cottage ▪ Games, poker, darts, Stave

puzzles, chess, vintage movies, billiards ▪ “Chef’s Assistant”

Additional Activities: 1980 Olympic venues in Lake Placid ▪ Visitor’s Interpretive Center ▪ Adirondack Museum in Blue Mountain Lake ▪ Whiteface Mountain Gondola ▪

High Falls Gorge ▪ Shopping and Antiquing ▪ Horseback riding at nearby stables ▪ Adirondack Guides for Hiking and Fishing ▪

Rates and Policies

Rates

Our nightly room rates are all-inclusive for two people, with carte

blanche use of sports equipment and facilities, as well as three

meals, afternoon tea, unlimited wine, liquor and liqueurs from help-

yourself bars open 24-hours daily.

There is a charge of $550 per night for each additional person and

we deduct $250 from the double room rate for single occupancy.

Tipping is unnecessary. Thus, the only additional charges are an

18% resort charge and the compulsory applicable NY State sales tax.

Please note that during the peak season there is a minimum stay of

two nights on weekends and 3-4 nights over holidays year round.

Reservations

Because of the preparation necessary to welcome guests to The Point

reservations are required and we cannot accept walk-ins. If

reservations are made 60-days prior to arrival, we will hold the

space requested for 48 hours by which time we must receive a firm

commitment or the reservation will be voided.

Deposits

At the time of reservation, we require a deposit of $500 per night,

per room. Payment in full is required 60-days prior to arrival. There

are fewer than 60 days before your would like to visit, payment in

full is required.

Cancellations

If you need to cancel your reservation, we will return your deposit

less $200 cancellation fee. If, however, you need to cancel less than

60 days prior to your arrival, the entire deposit will be forfeited

unless we are able to re-sell the space.

The Main Lodge

Mohawk $2,050.00

Algonquin $1,650.00

Iroquois $1,500.00

Morningside $2,050.00

Eagle’s Nest

Trappers $2,050.00

Lookout $2,050.00

Sentinel $2,280.00

The Guest House

Saranac $2,050.00

Weatherwatch $2,350.00

Evensong $2,050.00

The Boathouse $2,990.00

The Property in the Winter (10 rooms) $20,800.00

The Property in the Summer (11 rooms) $23,070.00

Children

Children under 18 are not suitable guests at The Point due to the

dinner party atmosphere and the four open bars scattered

throughout property. Exceptions are made when one group books

the entire facility for a private celebration.

Rates and Policies

Meals The point offers world-class cuisine served ‘en famille’ - there is no

menu and guests sit together for lunch at 1:00 PM and dinner at 8:00

PM. If you prefer you may dine privately in your room, or elsewhere

on the estate, or have a picnic packed for you. In the morning, we

will deliver a continental breakfast to your room, followed by a

cooked-to-order breakfast in your room or the Great Hall.

Dress

Jackets and ties are customary in the evenings, and by tradition

black-tie is suggested, but not required on Wednesday and Saturday

evenings.

Pets

Well-trained and well-behaved pets are welcome and should be

under control at all times. Housekeeping service may need to be

adjusted to accommodate pets.

Arrivals and Departures There are no predetermined check-in/check-out times at The Point. If

you arrive in time for lunch, we will have your room ready when

lunch is finished. If you are staying for lunch on your departure

date, and we have new guests arriving in your room, we ask that

your room be vacated by noon. You are welcome to stay and enjoy

The Point into the afternoon.

Massage and Spa Services Accredited local massage therapists can provide Swedish, deep-

tissue and reflexology in your room. Please call our office to make a

reservation. A 24-hour cancellation notice is required.

Smoking

Please refrain from smoking inside The Point’s buildings. If you

would like a cigar after dinner, please retire to the patio.

Visiting

If you plan to be in the area and would like to see The Point, please

telephone well in advance as we will make every effort to show

you the property but must keep the experience of our current

guests our priority. We regret that anyone visiting the property

without prior appoint will be turned away at the gate.

Getting Here Driving: The Point is a five and a half hour drive from Manhattan,

a three hour drive from Montreal and a two and a half hour drive

from Burlington, VT and Albany, NY. We will send you detailed

driving directions on request with your confirmed reservation.

Flying: Cape Air flies into Saranac Lake several times a day. The

Adirondack Regional Airport is capable of landing chartered

aircraft of all sizes. We would be happy to recommend a service to

you.

There are no signs that lead to The Point.

“Life rarely gets better than at this former Rockefeller Great Camp...the

top ranked resort in our Survey...it’s pure bliss”.

Zagat Survey

“...The Point is less a place than a state of mind. You feel at home here almost at

once—taken care of and at ease. And when it’s time to leave, you hate to go”.

Connecticut Magazine