126 Forest Brook DR, Lake Placid, NY 12946
126 Forest Brook DR, Lake Placid, NY 12946
126 Forest Brook DR, Lake Placid, NY 12946
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Sue Babcock

Sue Babcock

+1(518) 524-4408
$5,950,000
Est. payment /mo
11 Beds
8 Baths
9,580 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 9,580 sqft

Price per Sqft $621

MLS Listing ID 207298

Style Adirondack,Colonial

Bedrooms 11

Full Baths 7

Half Baths 1

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

HOA Fees $1,600/mo

Abv Grd Liv Area 9,210

Year Built 1940

Annual Tax Amount $31,191

Lot Size 4.770 Acres

Acres 4.77

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS

Property Description

Set on 4.8 level acres w manicured lawns, this remarkable property offers unmatched privacy & breathtaking, panoramic views of the Southern Range, with the Olympic ski jumps & Mt. Van Hoevenberg sliding track visible in the distance, only a few hundred feet from the edge of the Whiteface Club & Resort's championship course's 5th hole. Completely remodeled & expanded since 2022, the 11-bedroom, 7.5-bath residence spans 9,580SF. Every major system has been replaced or upgraded. Connected to the main residence by a covered breezeway is a newly constructed 2 stall garage with EV charger, 2nd level office (or bedroom), full BA, & kitchen. In the main house, the fully remodeled kitchen flows to a screened three-season porch, formal dining & living rooms, & the spectacular Pub Room. This inviting space features the original cobblestone wood-burning fireplace, a built-in bar w refrigerator, kegerator, sink, & dishwasher. The lower level includes a separate entrance, 2 BRs, and a 3/4 bath. On the 2nd level, 6 BRs are thoughtfully arranged--3 w private en suite baths. The primary suite offers sweeping views, a large walk-in closet, a private porch, and a luxurious bath complete w sauna. The 3rd floor hosts 2 BRs w a fully renovated BA. A broad deck spans the rear of the home, perfect for entertaining against the backdrop of the High Peaks. The grounds include a detached garage, firepit, gazebo, & basketball court, w access to the renowned Jackrabbit Trail system. Membership at the Whiteface Club brings a full array of four-season amenities: an 18-hole golf course, 2 on-site restaurants, a tennis center, a sandy swimming beach on Lake Placid, a marina and 14 km of groomed Nordic ski trails. Snow removal, garbage pickup, lawn care & seasonal home checks are all managed by the Club. A coveted boat slip is also available for lease w the sale. This once-in-a-lifetime property is perfectly suited as a generational gathering place, a corporate retreat, or an extraordinary residence.

Location

State NY

County Essex

Direction Only Drive through Whiteface Club and Resort to Forest Brook Dr. Property is at the end of the cut de sac. No sign. Gated. Daisy way is useable but the gate on the Forest Brook Side will be opened for prearranged showing.

Rooms

Basement Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access

Interior

Interior Features Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Sauna, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar

Heating Ductless, Fireplace(s), Propane, Radiant, Radiant Floor

Cooling Central Air, Ductless

Flooring Hardwood, Tile

Fireplaces Number 5

Fireplaces Type Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Recreation Room

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Blinds,Double Pane Windows

Appliance Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer

Laundry In Hall, Laundry Room

Exterior

Exterior Feature Basketball Court, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lake Access Drive, Permeable Paving, Private Yard, Smart Camera(s)/Recording

Parking Features Asphalt, Attached Carport, Circular Driveway, Gated

Garage Spaces 4.0

Utilities Available Internet Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Amenities Available Beach Access, Landscaping, Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Marina, Parking, Powered Boats Allowed, Recreation Facilities, Ski Accessible, Snow Removal, Tennis Court(s), Trash

View Forest, Mountain(s), Panoramic

Roof Type Asphalt

Street Surface Gravel

Porch Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Screened

Road Frontage Easement

Garage Yes

Building

Lot Description Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Many Trees, Near Golf Course, Paved, Private, Views

Story Three Or More

Sewer Other

Water Public, Well Drilled

Architectural Style Adirondack, Colonial

Structure Type Asphalt,Wood Siding

New Construction No

Construction Status Updated/Remodeled

Schools

School District Lake Placid

Others

HOA Fee Include Snow Removal,Trash

Senior Community No

Tax ID 33.18-12-2.000

Security Features Building Security

Acceptable Financing 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional

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Listed by Brooks H. Reynolds • The Reynolds Group of Lake Placid, LLC

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Sue Babcock

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+1(518) 524-4408

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