From secluded luxury in the Adirondacks to old-world glamour on Lake Como, these four properties offer a range of lakeside experiences.
The Point – Upper Saranac Lake, New York
Located on Upper Saranac Lake in the Adirondack Mountains, The Point is an all-inclusive, adult-only retreat originally built as a Rockefeller Great Camp in the 1930s. With 75 private acres to explore, the property features just 11 guest rooms across original log mansions and a personalized house-party atmosphere. Summer days are filled with boating, waterskiing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing, and adventures like Hacker-Craft cruises and cocktail hour on the ELCO boat.
Manoir Hovey – North Hatley, Québec
Set on Lake Massawippi in Québec’s Eastern Townships, Manoir Hovey is a lakeside Relais & Châteaux estate surrounded by 30 acres of gardens and forest. The 52 rooms and suites are spread across the manor and lakeside cottages, offering a relaxed yet refined feel. In summer, guests enjoy two private beaches, a lakeside infinity pool, and complimentary water sports, along with biking, tennis, and lakeside dining that highlights seasonal Québec ingredients.
Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne – Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
Perched above Lake Lucerne, Bürgenstock Resort pairs alpine scenery with lake access across its expansive property. Summer highlights include the iconic infinity-edge pool, boat transfers on the lake, hiking and biking trails, and a cliffside golf course. Multiple restaurants and panoramic terraces make the most of the setting, while the expansive Alpine Spa offers indoor-outdoor wellness experiences, including a lake eco pool.
Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni – Bellagio, Lake Como, Italy (pictured)
In the heart of Lake Como’s picturesque village of Bellagio, Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is a historic five-star retreat known for its classic Italian elegance. Summer revolves around the lake, with a private beach club, boat excursions, and garden-lined waterfront spaces. Guests can explore the village, unwind at the spa, enjoy aperitivos on terraces overlooking the water, or try out the floating platform with a diving board located directly on the lake.
