55 island drive

Camp Northwind is an historic property built in 1928 by the popular early 20th century baritone & recording artist Reinald Werrenrath. The home was designed by the noted architectural firm of McKim Mead & White. Situated on a private island accessible by a causeway. It is located on Chazy Lake, a clear, spring-fed 1,900 ac lake in the beautiful Adk Mts., 8.5 ac w/ 3,400ft of lake frontage. Formerly a retreat for Eleanor Roosevelt & visited by celebrities, once owned by Brooke Shields. W/ this history, & architectural provenance, the home has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Feel the grandeur as you enter the Great Room w/ its 18ft ceilings, massive wood burning fireplace, leaded glass windows & adjoining sitting room & library. Original custom woodwork creates a feeling of timeless beauty. Main floor further consists of a formal dining room, an open floor plan to include a (summer) dining porch, foyer, bathroom & a gourmet chef's kitchen w/ a Garland range & adjoining pantry. Hardwood floors throughout, in addition to custom antler chandeliers & antique lighting. 2nd floor in the main house you'll find a balcony overlooking the Great Room, 3 guest bedrooms serviced by 1 full bathroom, & the primary bedroom w/ a fireplace, large dressing room, & ensuite bathroom. 3rd floor features an expansive dormitory suite w/ 3 queen beds & a full bathroom. The island further boasts a 1 slip, 2-story boathouse w/ a game room on the upper level w/ magnificent views of the secluded cove. An expansive sundeck provides ample space for your guests to enjoy this fabulous lake. Other features include a stone patio overlooking the lake, a large basement w/ garage space, an original ice house now converted to a guest cottage & 1/2 bathroom, outdoor shower, a lean-to, & grounds w/ outdoor perennial flowers.. A 24' x 36' utility barn is located off the island. Located just a short drive from Lake Placid, Montreal or Burlington Vt.