A Turnkey Restaurant and Lodging Property in Upper Jay, NY A cornerstone of the local dining scene, this turnkey restaurant and lodging property combines a successful culinary operation with Adirondack-style vacation accommodations — all on a scenic 1.8 acre parcel along the East Branch of the Ausable River. The 3,855 sq. ft. building includes a renovated commercial kitchen (2020) with a dedicated septic system, 10' hood, new True Refrigeration, high-temp dishwasher, plus a new roof (2025), new windows (2019), and a backup generator. Inside, the restaurant seats 30+ with an additional 12+ seasonal seats on the wraparound porch. A strong takeout business and loyal customer base support consistent year-round activity. Upstairs, the 5-bedroom, 2-bath Adirondack-themed vacation rental is part of the property's 7-bedroom, 3.5-bath total layout, which also includes a sitting room and billiards room. The entire lodging component holds a 4.9-star rating on Google and offers significant growth potential through expanded bookings and private events. Additional features include a two-story barn with workshop and storage, a finished 14×10 office with rental history, a 30'x90' fenced garden, on-site parking for 30 vehicles, and 250 feet of river frontage. Just 6 miles to Whiteface Mountain, 15 miles to Lake Placid, and 5 miles to Keene.
Upper Jay is located in New York. Upper Jay, New York has a population of 217. Upper Jay is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 6.58% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 22.25%.
The median household income in Upper Jay, New York is $97,857. The median household income for the surrounding county is $61,563 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Upper Jay is 57.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 75.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 3.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 40 inches per year, with 93.4 inches of snow per year.