
Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Wilmington, New York
163 Mountain View Ln, Wilmington, NY 12997
Set on 32+ private acres, this exceptional Adirondack retreat with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, offers a rare blend of luxury craftsmanship, privacy, energy efficiency, and income potential. The property borders state land and is designed for year-round living and recreation with wooded trails, two seasonal streams, and a professionally designed lit toboggan/sledding hill with adjacent fire pit gathering area. Inside, custom craftsmanship defines every space with structural Douglas fir beams, hand-finished white oak flooring, stained-glass transoms, and Adirondack-inspired mill work throughout. The dramatic great room features soaring ceilings and abundant natural light. There are multiple gathering spaces designed for entertaining and comfortable everyday living. The chef's kitchen is centered around a massive 120'' granite island and equipped with Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Miele appliances, custom solid wood cabinetry, and a spacious pantry/laundry area. The home offers approximately 3,045 square feet above grade including ''The Owl's Nest,'' a beautifully integrated guest residence. This private living space features two bedrooms, a full kitchen, separate entrance, dedicated laundry, high-end finishes, and a Mendota propane fireplace. Already established with consistent 5-star Airbnb reviews, it offers outstanding flexibility for rental income, guests, or multi-generational living. There is an additional 1400 square feet of finished living space in the basement. Major infrastructure upgrades include a 6-ton geothermal heating and cooling system, backup propane HVAC, 48 solar panels, battery backup system capable of off-grid operation, separate 400-foot drilled well, and buried propane tank. Designed with long-term resiliency and energy independence in mind, the property is capable of operating independently from the electrical grid for extended periods in the event of a prolonged outage.
Location
- Street address
- 163 Mountain View Ln
- County
- Essex County
- Community
- Jay
- School district
- Lake Placid
- Elevation
- 1,412 feet
Directions
From the 4 corners in Wilmington take Bonnieview Road approximately 3/4 of a mile. Turn left on Mountain View Lane. Go all the way to the top cut de sac and continue straight on the gravel driveway. Bear left at the top of the driveway.
Property details
- Acreage
- 32.33 acres
- Zoning
- Residential
- MLS #
- ACVMLS 207257
- Posted
Property taxes
- Recent
- $10,716
Parcels
- 16.3-3-16.000
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Borders State Land, Cul-De-Sac, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Many Trees, Native Plants, Private, Secluded, Sloped, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Open
- Pool
- Porch
- Structures
- Outbuilding, Storage
- Features
- Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Smart Lock(s)
Structure
- Style
- Contemporary
- Stories
- 3
- Basement
- Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Active Solar, Central, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Geothermal, Propane, Propane Stove, Solar, Wood, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- Zoned
- Materials
- Clapboard, ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms)
- Roof
- Metal
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Screens, Vinyl Frames
Interior
- Room Count
- 16
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 5, Dining Room, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Tile-Ceramic, Vinyl
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Electric Range, Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Purifier Owned
- Features
- Apartment, Cedar Closet(s), Central Vacuum, Double Vanity, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smart Camera(s)/Recording, Smart Home, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Solar | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | New listing | $2,250,000 | — | ACVMLS |








































































