The Story of ''Little Camp'': A historic property on Upper St. Regis Lake. The land on which Little Camp rests was once owned by Paul Smith. In 1903, 16.8 acres were purchased by U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Judge William K. Townsend and his wife Mary. Interestingly, Judge Townsend was appointed by Theodore Roosevelt, who frequented the Adirondacks. The Townsend's constructed a large great camp and named the camp ''The Rocks''. John Jacob Astor once summered at The Rocks. Years later, Astor was aboard the ill-fated RMS Titanic. With the passing of Judge Townsend in 1907, the Townsend's son George H. Townsend constructed Little Camp in 1925, for his mother Mary. During construction, Townsend commissioned renowned artist Charles R. Knight to paint the murals that still adorn the walls of the Great Room. Knight, a wildlife artist, is best known for his murals of prehistoric animals. His work is still on display at several museums throughout the country.
Little Camp is actually more sprawling than the name suggests. The buildings are nicely situated on 1.75 acres with 234 feet of waterfront. The centerpiece of the Main House Great Room is the stone fireplace and the chimney is shared with the fireplace that highlights the enclosed porch. There is an impressive dining room, a butler's pantry, and a gourmet kitchen. There are 7 bedrooms and 4.5 baths in the Main House. The Tree House has a fun bunkroom on the upper level and a screened lower level for summer gatherings. The Game Room over the garage is perfect for parties and friendly competition. The private office cabin has its own full bath. The boathouse (1985) has four bays, a huge dock, and an upper level deck with great views of St. Regis Mountain Fire Tower. There is a drilled well and a modern septic system equipped to handle expansion. A recent survey is available as well.
Little Camp will be on the market until early November when the mechanicals are winterized. It will be back on the market in April.
BEAUTIFUL RENOVATION WITH NEW GARAGE W/RENTAL INCOME APARTMENT.
The inside and outside of this beautiful and tastefully renovated village home are a must see. With wonderful curb appeal, the 2022 whole house renovation was completely transformational and all the right things were done to make this house into a welcoming home. Some of highlights include: bamboo flooring throughout the entire lower level, stainless appliances, hickory cabinetry, granite countertops, butcher block kitchen island, and a stainless farmhouse sink. There are attractive stone accents inside and out including a gorgeous stone backsplash in the kitchen, a stone accent wall in the foyer/mudroom, and stone accents in the façade of the garage. The primary bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and a great walk-in closet. The list goes on and it's a must see to appreciate. With Tupper Lake Municipal Electric, heating with electricity is affordable, desired, and preferred over any other heating source and there is all new electric baseboard heat in each room with its own individual thermostat. The property features a large side and back yard for a garden and/or for play, a wide and nicely paved driveway, and a huge garage. And it gets even better! The second story of the garage is outfitted with a fantastic studio apartment and it has its own private deck overlooking the back yard. The studio apartment could be rented as a short term rental or as a residential rental. Either way, its rental income that puts cash in your pocket to help offset expenses! Tupper Lake is a community on the rise. It is making strides in recreation, fine food, and art. The home is located a short walk to the new Adirondack Rail Trail and the Tupper Lake Community Trail for walking and bike riding, and for snowmobiling during the winter. It is time to make the move and make Tupper Lake your hometown. Your family and friends will be delighted and in awe when you make this truly amazing property your home