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Karley's Cabin
Hosted by Christopher · Rainbow Lake, New York
2 guests max · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 toilet
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
What to expect
Cabin
2 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
No pets
Potable water available
Showers available
Cooking equipment present
Picnic table present
Pack it out
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be availableCheck out: Before 12:00 PM
Late check-out may be availableOn arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy:
Minimum nights: 2 nights
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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Lodging
1 site
The Cabin
96%
(14)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Showers
Picnic table
Reviews
96% Recommend14 ratings · 12 reviews
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· October 2026
Great find! We loved this enchanted cozy little cabin. The quiet setting and the accommodations were perfect for us. The rain barrel water was fun and we learned how much we could do with minimal water. A great learning lesson. The wood stove was wonderful and we had a great time on Jones Pond with the canoe. Overall, a great find!
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· October 2026
Great trip and location. Everything was as described, would definitely stay here again. Top notch responses from the owners.
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· August 2026
Karley's Cabin was such a beautiful cabin! As the instructions will say, you will need to bring your own sheets, towels, and pillow covers; however, the views totally make up for it! It had all the basic amenities (coffee pot, microwave, toaster oven, regular oven, personal space heaters, pots and pans) that you could need! There are a few card games, and books to read there. There is also a wood stove for nights where it's extra chilly! When we were there, there was some wood ready for use, but there's also a bunch of firewood stands along the roads. The hardest part was finding the driveway! It's going to take you all the way down the road- don't listen! It's the first right and it's uphill. Glad we used to truck to get up there, but I'm sure a SUV would be nice! Overall, would recommend this cabin to those who need a nice, intimate get away!
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· August 2026
This little cabin in the woods is a beautiful nature retreat in the Adirondacks. Close to Saranac Lake, the rail trail and swimming beaches. I’d stay here again!
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· July 2026
Thoroughly charming rustic cottage
We loved our stay at this enchanted little fairy tale cabin in the woods! It was exactly as described - no running water, no wifi, yes electricity, a very comfortable bed, cozy factor off the charts, so quiet and private, and if you’re blessed with clear nights, a zillion and three stars. We hope we have the opportunity to return here again someday.
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· October 2025
Perfect Weekend Getaway!
Absolutely amazing time! The cabin has everything you need. Outside fire pit is premium for cooking! Fireplace inside kept the bedroom warm! Warming up water for the bathroom wasnt bad at all.
Driveway is slightly rough to get up, id suggest some speed going up it. My 2023 tacoma with some weight in the back slipped going up the hill but other then that, perfect extended weekend getaway!
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· September 2025
Lovely and well-tended
The cabin was very comfortable, it had everything that I needed. The instructions on hipcamp were very clear and I had no trouble getting in. The host was responsive when I reached out. It was a great place! Definitely recommend.
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· August 2025
Father/Daughter Adirondacks Trip
We loved our stay at this little cabin. It is well equipped and cozy. We enjoyed nice nights on the porch with the chiminea, cooked out on the grill and used the fire place for chilly mornings. The kitchen is well equipped and once you get used to the rain water for cleaning and spring water for drinking and cooking it’s pretty straightforward. The canoe availability with all the accessories to load it on your car to explore local lakes and ponds is an amazing amenity. The location is also great to explore the Adirondacks. From there we were able to canoe and fish, hike the Paul Smith’s VIC, have nice meals and swim in Saranac Lake, Zip-line in Lake Placid and, of course, sample the daily ice cream flavor at Donnelly’s. All this in just 3 days with the cabin’s great location. We would definitely stay here again when back in the Adirondacks region.
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· July 2025
ADK Reunion
My husband and I had a great experience at The Cabin (Karley’s Cabin). It was really clean, cozy and relaxing. The location was perfect for Paul Smith’s Reunion, the day trips, and hikes we took. The outhouse was not an issue, clean, well lit, and close to cabin. If you camp or boat the water situation is easy, and there was a lot of potable water to drink and rain water for everything else. We look forward to visiting again.
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· July 2025
Christopher was a wonderful and communicative host. The cabin had everything we needed for a weekend trip. There are so many thoughtful details and the location was perfect. We would definitely stay here again when the weather is nicer!
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· July 2025
What a lovely cabin in a beautiful place! The cabin is so cozy with a wood-burning fireplace, images of the area's flowers and animals, a beautiful sitting porch, and quintessential Adirondack-themed decor. The surrounding grounds have a lovely little garden and lots of native plants to look at like slipper orchids, conifers, and bunchberry. It was so fun to sit out on the porch, listening to the birds and watching the red squirrels go by. There is also a lake very close to the cabin - we would walk down there to watch the ducks and dip our toes in the water. Christopher was very communicative and gave clear instructions for everything! We would certainly stay here again and left with many good memories!
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· May 2025
Relaxing Weekend!
I loved staying at Chris’s cabin. I had a relaxing weekend and felt really at home in the cabin.
Everything was exactly how he described. It rained a lot during my stay, so I spent a lot of time being cozy in the cabin.
I was able to stay warm with the wood stove and the little kitchen had everything I needed to make meals. The dry cabin experience was really fun and easy! The outhouse didn’t smell and was well lit at night.
I did some outings to the Wild Center and to some shops in Saranac (including visits to the Loon center and a tuberculosis museum).
I’m excited to stay again when the weather is a little warmer so I can take the canoe out!
Location
Rainbow Lake, Franklin County, New York, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Christopher C.
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