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At The Sagamore on Lake George, children turn cartwheels on the expansive lawn after an afternoon spent fishing on the dock. It's a timeless slice of Americana.

Located in the southern base of the Adirondacks, Lake George is nicknamed the Queen of American Lakes. In its heyday, its Millionaire's Row was awash with mansions, yet they eschewed the log and timber aesthetic so common just to the north in favor of stone and masonry.

Originally opened in 1883, The Sagamore's white-clapboard-with-green-shutters exterior is a classic look. In its early years, it was a favored summer vacation spot of industrialist tycoons and robber barons, thanks to its over-the-top Saturday night parties.

Today, the hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but the 390 rooms offer modern conveniences with traditional touches.

During several weekends in January, 18,000 tons of ice are transformed into an ice bar, weather permitting. Intricate ice carvings and sub-zero temperatures await those who are willing brave the elements.