144 County Rd

Tupper Lake, NY 12986

$3,700,000
Price
12
Beds
5,500 Sq. Ft.
$673 / Sq. Ft.
5,500
Sq. Ft.
$673
per Sq. Ft.
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Camp Panther Cove Main-1 (1)
New Cabin
New Cabin
White Farmhouse and New Cabin
Entry to New Cabin
Buildings on compound (not including 2 garages)
Camp Panther Cove-10 (1)
Top of Farmhouse and New Cabin
Camp Panther Cove-15
New Cabin living/dining
New Cabin living kitchen and sitting area.fireplace by Fred Winderl
New Cabin dining
New Cabin from dining - living nd sitting room
Camp Panther Cove-26
fireplace by Fred Winderl
Camp Panther Cove-29
New Cabim Main level Primary
Primary Bath
Kitchen
Waterford wood cook stove
2nd floor throuigh fireplace to living
Camp Panther Cove-43
2nd level
Camp Panther Cove-45
New Cabin Bedroom 2 - Upstairs
New Cabin Bedroom 3 - upstairs
New Cabin Bathroom 2nd floor
Camp Panther Cove-19
White Farmhouse
Camp Panther Cove-18
White Farmhouse dining living
White Farmhouse dining
Camp Panther Cove-54
Camp Panther Cove-56
Camp Panther Cove-57
White Farmhouse kitchen
White Farmhouse main floor bedroom (has bathroom)
White Farmhouse upstairs Bathroom
White Farmhouse Bed 2 Upstairs
White Farmhouse Bed 3 Upstairs
White Farmhouse Bed 4 Upstairs
White Farmhouse porch
Japanese House
Japanese Spirit House
Camp Panther Cove-69
Camp Panther Cove-70
Camp Panther Cove-74
Japanese House Living
Camp Panther Cove-81
Camp Panther Cove-83
Camp Panther Cove-76
Japanese House Living - Looking at 2 bedrooms
Japanese House Bed 1
Japanese House Bed 2
Bathroom
Japanese House kitchenette
Garage above ADK Cabin
ADK Cabin
Walkway to ADK Cabin
Camp Panther Cove-92
ADK Sleeping Porch
Camp Panther Cove-93
ADK Kitchen Galley
ADK Kitchenette View
ADK Main floor bedroom (Main floor bathroom also)
ADK 2nd floor Bedroom (has a 3rd bedroom/studio and bathroom)
Camp Panther Cove-101
ADK Cabin, big boathouse and little boathouse
Big Boathouse and Little Boathouse
Big Boathouse
Big Boathouse -has two electric boat hoists. The second floor opens to the flat roof below and gives a view of the bay.
Big Boathouse The second floor opens to the flat roof below and gives a view of the bay.
Big Boathouse 2nd floor
View of bay from 2nd floor in Big Boathouse
Little Boathouse traditional construction on rock cribs single slip and a lower capacity electric hoist
Camp Panther Cove-16

Description

Massive price improvement! A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY -- Own the storied Panther Cove Compound on Upper Saranac Lake, NY, a true legacy estate assembled over 45 years by Mrs. Emily Donald beginning in 1928. Now spanning 16.5 acres with 482 feet of shoreline, this rare Adirondack waterfront compound includes 6 unique buildings, 2 garages, mature forest, and exceptional privacy. Main residences sit 300+ ft from the lake, screened by trees and manicured lawn. The White Farm House (c.1890s) offers...Massive price improvement! A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY -- Own the storied Panther Cove Compound on Upper Saranac Lake, NY, a true legacy estate assembled over 45 years by Mrs. Emily Donald beginning in 1928. Now spanning 16.5 acres with 482 feet of shoreline, this rare Adirondack waterfront compound includes 6 unique buildings, 2 garages, mature forest, and exceptional privacy. Main residences sit 300+ ft from the lake, screened by trees and manicured lawn. The White Farm House (c.1890s) offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a cozy fireplace, renovated kitchen (2019), new windows (2023), and original charm. The Japanese House, built around 1910, is a whimsical 2-bed, 1-bath retreat with moon window, cedar bark ceilings, hemlock floors, and stone fireplace. The historic ADK Cabin, built c.1937 near the water's edge, includes
3 beds, 1.5 baths, a sleeping porch, and garage. The Main House is a winterized 3-bed, 2-bath home with 2 fireplaces, open-plan living, Waterford wood cookstove, and a stunning 60-ton masonry core. The Big Boathouse (c.1937) features 2 long vintage slips, hoists, concrete base (~15 yrs old), and upper lounge with rooftop lake views. The Little Boathouse, on cribbing, includes a single slip and hoist. Both have winter bubblers and ice protection. The property includes deeded ROW access from Panther Mt. Rd and an original drive at the SW corner. Most furnishings included. Secure your place in Adirondack history--opportunities like this are exceedingly rare.
  1. Listed by Diana Friedlander • Engel & Volkers Lake Placid Real Estate
    P: (518)-524-6503 C: (518)-524-6503 diana.friedlander@evrealestate.com

Property Details for 144 County Road

Architectural Style
Cabin, Cottage, Adirondack, Camp, Old Style
View
Lake, Meadow, Mountain(s), Skyline, Trees/Woods, Water
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Lake Front, Lake
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 05/15/2026 12:50 PM

Property Details for 144 County Road

StatusActive
MLS #205638
Days on Market260
Taxes$26,925 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1920
Lot Size16.50 AC / 718,740 SF
CountyFranklin County
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Building Information for 144 County Road

Stories2Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size16.50 AC / 718,740 SF

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Property Information for 144 County Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Off of Route 3, over steel bridge, uphill, 2nd drive on right (Panther Cove sign), left at Y, park on asphalt by walkway to 'New Cabin'.
  • Latitude: 44.192689
  • Longitude: -74.488309
  • MLS Area Major: Lake Clear, Upper Saranac Lake
  • MLS Area Minor: Lake Clear, Upper Saranac Lake
  • Senior Community: No
  • Water Body Name: Upper Saranac Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 493.-1-3/483.-3-2
  • Tax Annual Amount: $26,925.00
School Information
  • High School District: Saranac Lake
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 8.0
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Boat, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Gravel, Off Street, On Site, Outside, Private, Storage, Workshop in Garage
  • Parking Total: 8.0
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Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 482.0
  • Frontage Type: Waterfront, Lakefront, See Remarks
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Sloped, Cleared, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Many Trees, Native Plants, Open Lot, Paved, Private, Rock Outcropping, Secluded, Sloped Down, See Remarks, Views, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 16.5
  • Lot Size Area: 16.5
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 718740.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Unimproved, County Road, Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 5500.0
  • Building Area Total: 5500.0
  • Documents Available: Deed
  • Living Area: 5500.0
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1920
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Masonite, Other, See Remarks, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Stone
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Boat House, Garage(s), Outbuilding, RV/Boat Storage, Second Garage, See Remarks, Storage, Workshop
  • Structure Type: Cabin, Dock, House
Farm Information
  • Crops Included: Yes
Utilities
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
  • Property Power Amperage: 100
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Cesspool, Mound Septic, Other
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, See Remarks, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Well, Private, Other, See Remarks
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Boat Slip, Dock, Lighting, Other, Private Yard, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt, Metal, Other
  • Stories: 2
  • Total Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Storage Space
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Integer Bathrooms: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 12
  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Family Room, Living Room, Masonry, See Remarks, Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 4
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s), Wood
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, See Remarks, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Rooms: 20
  • Room Type: Bathroom, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 4, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Shutters, Skylight(s), Wood Frames, Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Description: Japanese House
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 11
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 2
  • Room Description: Japanese House
  • Room Dimensions: 63 x 56
  • Room Length: 63.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bathroom
  • Room Width: 56.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 103 x 114
  • Room Length: 103.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 114.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 97
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Width: 97.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 22 x 4
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 4.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 127 x 94
  • Room Length: 127.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 94.0
Room 7
  • Room Description: Japanese House
  • Room Dimensions: 63 x 116
  • Room Length: 63.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 116.0
Room 8
  • Room Description: Farm House living/dining
  • Room Dimensions: 23 x 18
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 9
  • Room Description: New Cabin
  • Room Dimensions: 195 x 132
  • Room Length: 195.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 132.0
Room 10
  • Room Description: Japanese House
  • Room Dimensions: 97 x 115
  • Room Length: 97.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 115.0
Room 11
  • Room Description: Japanese House
  • Room Dimensions: 93 x 115
  • Room Length: 93.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 115.0
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 96 x 11
  • Room Length: 96.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Width: 11.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Are Pets Allowed: Yes
Tenant Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 144 County Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2026

Price Change

Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS #205638

$3,700,000—
Aug 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS #205638

$4,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2026

Price Change

Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS #205638

$3,700,000
08/28/2025

Listed (Active)

Adirondack-Champlain Valley MLS #205638

$4,200,000

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Schools near 144 County Road

This home is within Tupper Lake Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
L P Quinn Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Tupper Lake Middle High School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
L P Quinn Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Tupper Lake Middle High School
Public6 to 12

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More information about 144 County Road, Tupper Lake, NY 12986

144 County Road is a single family home for sale in Tupper Lake, NY 12986. This property was listed for sale on August 28, 2025 by Engel & Volkers Lake Placid Real Estate, it's currently listed at $3,700,000. This listing's school district is Tupper Lake Central School District. Nearby schools include L P Quinn Elementary School and Tupper Lake Middle High School. 144 County Road is a 12-bed, 7-bath, 5,500 sqft single family home built in 1920.

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