Merrill L. Thomas Inc.

09/16/2026

Three years in real estate—and plenty of lessons that have had very little to do with houses.

Dominika Earl reflects on what her first three years in the business have taught her about pricing, rejection, letting go of what you can’t control, and the importance of simply continuing to show up.

It’s an honest look at building a career in real estate in the community she calls home.

Read Dominika’s full story on the blog: https://www.adirondackestates.com/about/real-estate-blog/three-years-a-lot-of-nos-and-a-few-things-ive-learned/

09/15/2026

NEW LISTING | Bear Loj, Lake Placid 🌲

Privately tucked among the trees yet just minutes from the Village of Lake Placid, Bear Loj combines exceptional Adirondack craftsmanship with incredible space and four-season amenities.

This beautifully maintained six-bedroom home is offered turn-key with most furnishings included and features a soaring great room with stone fireplace, spacious kitchen, game room, fitness room, sauna, home office, three fireplaces, and a beautifully updated primary suite.

Outside, an expansive deck, hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor climbing wall make the most of the Adirondack setting, while the Jackrabbit Trail is within walking distance for mountain biking and cross-country skiing.

Private, beautifully cared for, and just minutes from Main Street, Mirror Lake, Olympic venues, skiing, hiking, and more.

Asking price: $1,895,000
Listing agent: Stuart Ruttan, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Contact: (c) 518-524-6334 (o) 518-523-2519

Bear Loj is an exceptional Adirondack home with outstanding craftsmanship, tremendous space, and an impressive collection of amenities, all in a private neighborhood setting just minutes from the Village of Lake Placid. Incredibly well maintained and offered turn-key with most furnishings included,....

09/09/2026

Price Change | Loon Lake

With a new price and plenty of room to spread out, this 7-bedroom, 4-bath home offers more than 3,600 square feet of comfortable living space in a quiet Adirondack setting.

Located in the Saranac Lake Central School District and less than a 30-minute drive from the Village of Saranac Lake, the home offers a great balance of privacy and convenience for year-round living. Inside, you’ll find bright, spacious rooms with plenty of flexibility for a home office, playroom, guests, or hobbies, plus an oversized screened porch overlooking the former Loon Lake Golf Course.

Outside, there’s room to enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and deeded access to privately owned Loon Lake is just ¼ mile away for swimming, boating, and fishing.

A spacious, comfortable home with the bonus of lake access and an easy drive to Saranac Lake.

New price: $499,000
Listing agent: Jonathan Gorgas, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson,
Contact: (c) 518-637-2873 (o) 518-523-2519

Welcome to your dream Adirondack retreat! This expansive 7-bedroom, 4-bathroom home offers over 3,600 square feet of beautifully appointed living space, perfect for those who love to entertain! Situated on about a quarter acre, this property boasts exclusive deeded access to Loon Lake, just 1/4 mile...

09/05/2026

Some properties are defined as much by their setting as the home itself.

Pine Brook Meadow is one of them. Expansive meadows, miles of trails and sweeping High Peaks views surround this exceptional Lake Placid property, just minutes from the village.

The custom Adirondack residence pairs beautifully considered living spaces with an indoor endless pool and sauna, private gym and steam shower, wine room, game/media room, screened porch, outdoor stone fireplace and separate three-car Carriage House.

Open House this morning from 9–11 AM
📍 231 John Brown Road, Lake Placid
At the corner of John Brown Road and Old Military Road

Stop by this morning and experience the setting for yourself.

08/27/2026

Now offered at a new improved price!

Just moments from Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center, this beautifully landscaped Saranac Lake home offers 3,468 sq. ft. of living space with four bedrooms, three full baths, and beautiful High Peaks views of Whiteface, Owls Head, and Lyon Mountain.

Set on 1.48 private acres, the property features perennial gardens, fruit trees, stone walkways, a fire pit, expansive Trex deck, and screened-in sunroom. Inside, cathedral ceilings, a Vermont Castings gas stove, a spacious primary suite, and a finished walk-out lower level with a wet bar, guest space, office nook, and exercise room offer plenty of room to gather, relax, and entertain.

A heated two-car garage and additional workshop or studio space complete this special Adirondack property, all just minutes from the heart of Saranac Lake.

New price: $925,000
Listing agent: Karen Mergenthaler, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Contact: (c) 518-524-4022 (o) 518-523-2519

Perfectly positioned just moments from the Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center in historic Saranac Lake, New York--proudly recognized as an All-America City--this Adirondack residence offers a rare blend of privacy, comfort, and natural beauty. Set on 1.48 exquisitely landscaped acres framed by mature tree...

08/25/2026

NEW IMPROVED PRICE 🏡

This charming three-bedroom farmhouse is set on 1.31 beautifully landscaped acres with established gardens and plenty of lawn to enjoy.

Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, original built-ins, 1.5 recently renovated bathrooms, new appliances, updated entryways, and bright sunrooms offering flexible additional living space. An attached two-stall garage adds convenience, while the generous lot provides plenty of potential for future expansion or customization.

Ideally located near Saranac Lake and Paul Smith’s, with Lake Placid just a short drive away, this property offers a peaceful Adirondack setting with easy access to nearby communities.

Now offered at a new improved price of $349,000
Listing agent: Kelsey Torrance Cassidy, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Contact: (c) 518-524-7373 (o) 518-523-2519

Charming three-bedroom farmhouse set on 1.31 acres with beautiful landscaping, established gardens, and plenty of lawn to enjoy. The home features hardwood floors, original built-ins, 1.5 recently renovated bathrooms, new appliances, updated entryways, and bright sunrooms that add flexible living sp...

08/25/2026

✨ NEW LISTING | Birch Knoll Cottage | Lower Saranac

A rare opportunity on Lower Saranac Lake! Birch Knoll Cottage offers approximately 2 acres with an impressive 375 feet of shoreline and exceptional views across the lake.

The circa-1940s, five-bedroom cottage is ready for renovation, offering a unique opportunity to restore its classic Adirondack character or reimagine the property as a private retreat, family compound, or waterfront vacation home.

Tucked away off Algonquin Avenue, the property feels peaceful and private while remaining just minutes from downtown Saranac Lake.

For a buyer with vision, Birch Knoll Cottage is an extraordinary opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind Adirondack waterfront retreat. 🌲🏡🌊

Asking price: $1,100,000
Listing agent: Kelly Locke, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Contact: (c) 518-524-1338 (o) 518-523-2519

A rare Adirondack waterfront opportunity off Algonquin Avenue in Saranac Lake. Birch Knoll Cottage offers approximately 2 acres and an impressive 375 feet of shoreline, creating an exceptional setting for a private retreat, family compound, or waterfront vacation home This unique property features a...