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.
For sale
Price cut: $35K (5/22)
$865,000
12134 Route 9 #N, Upper Jay, NY 12987
7beds
3,855sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
1.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 301 days |
- 423 |
- 27 |
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Listing updated:
Listing by:
The Reynolds Group of Lake Placid, LLC 518-418-7747,
Brooks H. Reynolds
Source: ACVMLS,MLS#: 205351
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Free Standing Stove, Oil
Cooling
- Multi Units, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Free-Standing Freezer, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,455
- Total interior livable area: 3,855 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,855
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 30
- Parking features: Gravel, On Site
- Uncovered spaces: 30
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Meadow, Mountain(s), River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Body of water: Ausable East Branch
- Frontage type: River
Lot
- Size: 1.8 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Level
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 35.257.000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Internet Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Upper Jay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $6,346
- Date on market: 7/29/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Price change | $865,000-3.9%$224/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $900,000$233/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12987
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Ausable Forks Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 8.6 mi
- 1/10Ausable Valley Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 12.8 mi
- 6/10Ausable Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 12.8 mi
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- New York
- Essex County
- Upper Jay
- 12987
- 12134 Route 9 Unit N




