Porcupine Inn

The Adirondacks


If you have a yin for quirky Victorian history, you'll want to book a few nights at the Porcupine Inn. This grand old house was once the home of a wealthy consumptive and is now decorated with and eccentric collection of antiques. There are grounds to walk, fires to cozy up to and even a billiards room. Breakfast included.

A hike up to nearby Moody Pond and Baker Mountain affords excellent views of the area.


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