Often touted as a popular summer vacation destination, Lake George offers full-time residents an abundance of year-round activities. In fact, with fewer crowds, cooler temperatures and the changing leaves, fall is the perfect season to explore all that the Lake George Region has to offer. If you are thinking about visiting the area, or perhaps…
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Lake George Area Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries
From a year-round tasting room located in the heart of Lake George Village to a brewpub in Bolton Landing, the Southern Adirondacks has become a destination for wine and craft beer lovers. The area has become so popular, in fact, that the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce established the Adirondack Craft Beverage Trail in 2014…
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Tips for Buying a Second Home in Lake George NY
If you’ve ever vacationed in the Southern Adirondacks, Lake George or Bolton Landing, you’ve probably considered buying a second home here. Maybe you’ve even dreamed about retiring here or moving to Lake George permanently. After all, that’s exactly what I did almost a decade ago. Before you take the leap, follow these four tips to…
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5 Great Hikes in the Southern Adirondacks
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly hike, or something more advanced, the Southern Adirondacks offer outdoor enthusiasts some of the best mountains, trails and scenic views in the Northeast. With comfortable temperatures and smaller crowds than July and August, June is the perfect time to check out these 5 hikes near Lake George and Bolton…
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What is a Seller’s Market?
If you are looking to buy or sell a home this year, you’ve probably heard that 2018 is forecasted to be a seller’s market, but what exactly does that mean? Simply stated, a seller’s market is a time period in the real estate market when there are more home buyers than there are homes for…
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Discover Bolton Landing
Sometimes overshadowed by the busier and larger neighboring Town of Lake George NY, Bolton Landing offers residents and visitors a respite from the hustle and bustle. The quiet, yet friendly community is located just north of Lake George Village on the shores of crystal clear Lake George. Nestled in the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New…
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Prep Your Lake George Home to Sell This Spring
While it may not feel like spring in the Southern Adirondacks, the spring equinox is March 20, which means the busiest season for home sales is right around the corner. Buyers will soon descend upon our quiet piece of Upstate NY looking for their dream homes, as sellers scramble to ready their properties for sale….
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What to Pack for a Vacation Home Rental
With sites like Home Away and Airbnb, vacation home rentals have quickly become the go-to choice for savvy travelers. No matter how long you plan to stay, the advantage of having an entire house to yourself is hard to pass up. Unlike hotels and resorts, vacation home rentals are typically furnished with an array of…
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5 Great Ski Areas in the Southern Adirondacks
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly ski resort, or advanced trails and a terrain park, the Southern Adirondacks offer some of the best conditions, trails and facilities in New York State. In fact, many of the smaller, off-the-radar ski areas are actually more affordable and less crowded than the mountains of neighboring Vermont. With plenty…
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Benefits of Buying a Home in the Winter
When you think about shopping this time of year, it’s usually not for a new house, but winter can actually be the perfect time to find real estate deals in Lake George NY and throughout the Southern Adirondacks. Whether you’re looking for a second home or your forever home, here are a few benefits of…
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