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$4,650,000
1 Day On Site

280 Mirror Lake Drive
Lake Placid, NY 12946

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
4
Beds
5
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
3,640
SqFt
$1,277
/SqFt
1970
Built
County:
Essex
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Set on one of Mirror Lake's most desirable shorelines, Bear's Den offers a rare combination of private waterfront, High Peaks views, and walkable access to downtown Lake Placid. With 105 feet of lake frontage, a gently sloping lawn, private dock, sandy shoreline, and wide southern exposure, the property is designed for four-season enjoyment inside and out. Fully reimagined in 2017-2018 and further enhanced this past year, the fully furnished, turn-key home blends classic Adirondack craftsmanship with modern comfort and efficiency. Cedar shake siding, native stonework, custom windows and doors, a standing seam metal roof, timber-frame porch, and striking fir entry door create a warm, timeless exterior. Inside, the home features 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths with a comfortable, functional layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Recent improvements include an all-new primary bathroom, renovated half bath, renovated laundry room, and remodeled wet bar complete with wine refrigerator and ice maker, all finished with matching quartz countertops. The living room is anchored by an impressive native stone wood-burning fireplace, while the game room offers an additional native stone fireplace with a gas log set. The chef's kitchen features granite countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances, and a spacious eat-in center island ideal for gathering. A mahogany deck overlooks Mirror Lake and offers an inviting setting for outdoor dining, relaxing, and enjoying the mountain and water views. A handcrafted stone wall with integrated steps leads to the private dock and sandy swim area. Additional features include geothermal heating and cooling, spray foam insulation, a full-house generator, upgraded electrical service, and smart home automation for lighting, security, and water shutoff. Moments from the Mirror Lake loop and downtown Lake Placid, Bear's Den is a meticulously maintained, energy-efficient lakefront retreat ready to enjoy from the moment you arrive.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$4,650,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
3,640 sqft
Total Baths 
5
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.5 Acres
Year Built 
1970
MLS® Number 
207786
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$30,192
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing first seen on site
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.5
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Block
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Lease Term 
None
Levels 
One and One Half
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking 
Attached
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
3640
SqFt Total 
3640
Utilities 
Cable AvailableCable ConnectedElectricity ConnectedPhone ConnectedWater Connected
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherGas RangeIce MakerMicrowaveOvenRefrigeratorRange HoodWasher/DryerWine Refrigerator
Basement 
BlockUnfinished
Cooling 
Ceiling Fan(s)Central AirGeothermal
Electric 
200+ Amp Service
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
GasGreat RoomLiving RoomStoneWood Burning
Fireplaces 
2
Heating 
Propane
Interior 
BarCeiling Fan(s)Entrance FoyerGranite CountersHigh Speed InternetOpen FloorplanRecessed LightingStorageVaulted Ceiling(s)Wet BarWalk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features 
Laundry RoomMain Level
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BlockConcreteStoneStone VeneerWood Siding
Exterior 
DockLightingPrivate Yard
Frontage 
WaterfrontLakefront
Lot Features 
LandscapedLevelViewsWaterfront
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Roof 
Metal
View 
Lake
Waterfront 
Yes
Waterfront Features 
Lake FrontLakeWaterfront
Waterview 
Lake
Windows/Doors 
French Doors
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
MLS Area 
Lake Placid
Roads 
Paved
School District 
Lake Placid
Schools
School District
Lake Placid
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Whit Bissell of Merrill L. Thomas, Inc.



Listing information is provided by Participants of the Adirondack Champlain Valley MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright 2026, Adirondack Champlain Valley MLS.
Last checked: 2026-07-08 10:13 PM UTC

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