We wanted to ski Whiteface in Lake Placid (having already skied all the places in Vermont) and our neighbor (a friend of the owner Mike) recommended this little B&B. While we've had some bad experiences with B&B's in Vermont, this placed proved to be ideal: a level of luxury one usually doesn't find in a B&B, but also a feeling of relaxation and casualness, too. And the owner Mike couldn't have been more hospitable, fiendly and helpful. While Whiteface was a little more diffucult than Mike had said, we still had a wonderful time on the mountain and at this charming place. We'll be back. Thanks Peter for telling us about it!

After researching BB's around the area, we settled on the Saranac Club and Inn because of the good reviews it received on this site. The service was really good and the Bird's Nest was fantastic, exceeding our expectations. While we thought the furniture would be a bit older because it was described as "rustic," it was actually very nice and contemporary. The room had a jacuzzi and the bathroom was very nice. There was also a gas fireplace which made the room pleasantly warm, which was very much welcomed in the negative degree temperatures outside. The location is perfect as it's only about 15 minutes from Lake Placid. Our only issue is a minor one: one night, after midnight, the water was only lukewarm and not hot. We alerted the staff and they quickly fixed it. I left my phone charger and they shipped it back to me no questions asked. Will definitely return next time!

What a great place! We read all of the reviews on this site, and while we didn't "disbelieve" we are always a little skeptical about these sites. However, we gave it a shot and definately lucked out. The place is great, comfortable, cozy etc., etc., and the owner was so nice and informative. Best of all, especially for two guys from the Sunshine state, there was tons of snow! we loved it. we definately want to go back and try the skiing at nearby Whiteface Mtn (where we were told they had the 1980 Olympics!) Thanks, Saranac Club & Inn, for making our first stay in the Adirondacks such a great time.

We have stayed in more guesthouses and B&B's than I can remember. Some have admittedly been in more exotic destinations but we can't think of a one that has been run any better. Our experience has been sometimes you can tell when the owners embark on this business for the extra cash or as a hobby business, but this place had the air of a professionally run hotel, albeit small. Everything was first rate, new mattresses, new linens, new towels and I could go on and on about the personal service. Other reviewers have voiced their preferences on breakfast, very much a subjective thing. Personally, we liked the extensive variety as opposed to one over the top entree that might leave some unhappy.

The owner Tom with the help of his nephew Nick, took a great and personal interest in helping us plan our outings and the sincere suggestions probably contributed to the highlights of the trip. We followed every dinner recommendation and thought every meal was a home run, except for one (which was in nearby Lake Placid.)

There will be a next time, that is certain. If you are a dog lover, you will ADORE Pharfel and his galpal Cleo (incredibly cute Boston's.) They rarely make appearances in the common space so you will have to ask.

The one negative...don't go in November (dreary and barren.) They more than made up for it by keeping the fireplaces a blazing! Although as I write this the Weather Channel said Saranac Lake has a foot of snow. That's more like it!