APA approved 27 acre building lot in the low tax Lake Placid School District. Level and dry building envelope with privacy amongst mixed woods of Maple, Beech, Balsam and Birch. A very short walk to public access on West Branch of the Ausable River with its world class fly fishing. Just 5 minutes to Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort, 20-25 minutes to downtown Lake Placid.
If you've been pining for a tranquil retreat or planning to build your dream home in the Adirondacks, this is your chance. This level, 5.6-acre lot in the highly desirable Whiteface Meadows subdivision is located off Lenny Preston Road in Wilmington, offering potential views of Whiteface Mountain and access to the Ausable River for fishing just steps away. HOA property offers shared access to an additional 210 acres bordered by NYS Forever Wild Forest.
The former Adirondack Wildlife Refuge Center is a nature lovers dream with tremendous residential development potential. The mission of this not-for-profit refuge was to rescue injured wildlife and whenever possible return them to the wild. The property includes 47+ acres of land with over 1,500 ft. of water frontage along the West Branch of the Ausable River. There are over 2 miles of hiking trails and a Public Fishing Access trail which winds through forest and meadow. The property is zoned Moderate Intensity by the Adirondack Park Agency which allows for various commercial operations and the option to develop up to 34 principal residential buildings on the property. The current zoning allows for further subdivision of the property permitting on average 1.3 acre lots. Buildings include a 1,200 sq. ft. log cabin which operated as a welcome center, a rehab building, a storage barn, a two-person and a four-person Glamping cottage both available as vacation rentals. There is also a third cabin which had featured interactive presentations. There are numerous potential residential building sites throughout the property with spectacular Whiteface Mountain and waterfront views overlooking the Ausable River. Great location to create a resort destination Micro-Resort or a family retreat.
A highly visible corner ideal for either a commercial or residential build. The 4 corner stop at Rt 86 and Bonnieview Road is ideal for a business or a home to be built with entry on the Bonnieview Road. Public water and electric is available. Septic would be needed. Listing Broker is an owner and a member of the LLC.
Enjoy over 10 acres of wooded privacy minutes from downtown Wilmington and Whiteface Ski Mountain ready for you to build. Beautiful mountain views. Lovely gentle slope with trees and open areas, native plants and tons of berry bushes. The Ausable River is across the road. APA permit on file! Do not go to the property without permission, please do not go onto the neighboring property, Listing agent is happy to accompany you anytime.
Beautiful buildable lot on 9.7 acres in the Adirondack Mountains on Lenny Preston Rd. in Wilmington NY. Build your dream home within the Whiteface Meadows Subdivision, in a picturesque location with existing well, close to the Ausable River, hiking trails and a short drive to the village of Wilmington, Whiteface Mountain, Lake Placid and surrounding area.
Nestled within the pristine wilderness, these properties offer a unique opportunity to build your dream mountain retreat. These last two building lots are graced by lush hardwood forest and abundant mountain views, making them a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Adjacent to Forever Wild land, you'll have the privilege of living forever in harmony with the great outdoors. The beauty of the Adirondacks surrounds you, with mountain biking and hiking trails right at your doorstep on the Poor Man's Downhill and Flume Trail Systems. In addition to this serene mountain setting, you're just minutes away from the idyllic Lake Everest, fly fishing in the renowned Ausable River, and skiing and snowboarding at Whiteface Mountain. Enjoy the convenience of dining in Wilmington at popular establishments like Cadence Lodge, R.F. McDougalls Pub, Rudy's Scar Bar + Grille, and Pourman's Taphouse. Families will appreciate the property's location within the Lake Placid School District, and the vibrant Village of Lake Placid is less than 15 minutes away, offering a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience.
Nestled within the pristine wilderness, these properties offer a unique opportunity to build your dream mountain retreat. These last two building lots are graced by lush hardwood forest and abundant mountain views, making them a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. Adjacent to Forever Wild land, you'll have the privilege of living forever in harmony with the great outdoors. The beauty of the Adirondacks surrounds you, with mountain biking and hiking trails right at your doorstep on the Poor Man's Downhill and Flume Trail Systems. In addition to this serene mountain setting, you're just minutes away from the idyllic Lake Everest, fly fishing in the renowned Ausable River, and skiing and snowboarding at Whiteface Mountain. Enjoy the convenience of dining in Wilmington at popular establishments like Cadence Lodge, R.F. McDougalls Pub, Rudy's Scar Bar + Grille, and Pourman's Taphouse. Families will appreciate the property's location within the Lake Placid School District, and the vibrant Village of Lake Placid is less than 15 minutes away, offering a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern convenience.
Courtesy: Timberland Realty
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Introducing the Ausable Sand Plains; 736 acres of forested recreational land located near Wilmington, Jay and Lake Placid, the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks, directly abutting nearly 1,200 acres of State Forest Preserve with access to the West Branch of the Ausable River with breathtaking views of Whiteface and surrounding mountains. The property has several gated access points from Silver Lake Road, a paved, year ‘round county road. Primary and secondary interior roads are suitable for ATV’s, off-road biking and hiking. Electric utilities are available along the road frontage. There is a 57.4-acre, irregular shaped, inholding with deeded access owned by the Ausable Forks Water District as shown on the listing maps. Mineral rights were reserved on the entire tract under previous ownership. The property is enrolled in NYS Section 480a of the Forest Tax Law which allows for a significantly reduced assessment, resulting in lower taxes in return for long-term forest management. Boundary lines are easily identifiable, blazed and painted (red) as required under the 480a program.
Wilmington is located in New York. Wilmington, New York has a population of 1,184. Wilmington is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 17.89% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 22.25%.
The median household income in Wilmington, New York is $70,703. 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 Wilmington is 51.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 79.2 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 7.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 37 inches per year, with 71.5 inches of snow per year.
