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Lake
Placid, NY – April 2021 / Newsmaker Alert / One
year after the outbreak of the coronavirus, the Whiteface
Club and Resort in Lake Placid is about to enter the 2021 spring and
summer season with operations much closer to normal than in 2020. Last
year, the sister property to the nearby AAA Four Diamond Mirror
Lake Inn Resort and Spa, entered the great unknown as did all resort
operators, with nary a single notion as to what was about to occur.
“We
saw in the spring of 2020 that Lake Placid was a very quiet town, thanks
to COVID-19 and the related travel restrictions that were imposed,” said
Mark Sperling,
CEO of the Whiteface Companies. “Weddings were postponed, but our golf
business, once carts were allowed on the course, was exceptionally strong.
I think we’ll get closer to normal this season, particularly with weddings
and other events. We’ll continue to follow the science and the operational
mandates that are passed along to us from the state and the CDC.”
Real
Estate Developments
Since
last fall, the resort on the shores of Lake Placid lake has opened its
newest neighborhood, The
Lodges, near the tennis complex. These homes of distinction offer square
footage from 1,871 to 2,716. The concepts take advantage of modular home
designs to expedite the time from decision-making to home delivery and
move-in.
The
Lodges comes on the heels of Forest Brook Estates, which opened in 2015,
and continues to provide luxurious, custom-built homes thematic of the
Adirondack Great Camp era on the championship golf course, secluded in
a wooded environment, or part of a neighborhood.
“We’re
proud to offer this variety of living that meets various budgets and lifestyles
in the serenity of our lakes and mountains,” added Sperling. “The Lodges
and Forest Brook Estates are ideal as primary residences or as the place
that provides escape and solitude.”
The
Whiteface Club and Resort also appeals to those seeking short or long-term
vacation stays with condos, townhomes and cottages.
Say
“I Do” In Glorious Surroundings
The
Adirondacks’ quintessential wedding venue returns to near normal capacity,
led by Kristin
Parker, Event and Wedding Coordinator. The setting is unmatched: vows
are exchanged on the lakeshore with Whiteface Mountain a veritable witness
in the background. The Whiteface Club’s cadre of horticulturists is now
ready to primp the grounds for the big days that are ahead.
“With
the warmer weather arriving earlier this spring, our wedding gardens are
developing ahead of schedule and will be absolutely spectacular,” remarked
Parker. “Our goal this season is to accommodate those wedding events that
were delayed from the pandemic and welcome as many as 150 guests on each
occasion.”
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Championship
Golf
With
agreeable weather in March and much of April, along with a mild forecast
to close this month, the Whiteface Club’s immaculate 18 holes of golf will
be ready to welcome players on May 1, highlighted by the return of PGA
professional J. Peter Martin and his amiable staff. Early inspection of
the golf property resulted in a (green) thumbs up. The spring clean-up
process has been underway, while course superintendent Mike Sabatini is
about to commence his early-season treatment programs with a next level
approach.
“These
applications will be achieved by the implementation of a new, computerized
distribution system where our irrigation system is used for fertilization
and other programs,” remarked Sperling. “This will enable us to have pinpoint
control of these processes while also being sustainable at the same time.”
Although
walking is always allowed, club members and the public will be treated
to brand new golf carts.
“We
bring in new carts every four to five years to ensure our guests with the
most up-to-date carts available. These new vehicles will be quiet and super
comfortable,” said Sperling.
Guests
of the Mirror Lake Inn, looking for a round or two during their stay, can
take advantage of luxury accommodations coupled with the hotel’s golf package
by clicking on: www.MirrorLakeInn.com/our-package/unlimited-golf-package.
Tennis
Directed
by Ethan Weibrecht, the Whiteface
Club Tennis Center features Har-Tru courts, a full-service pro shop
and stringing services all in a bucolic setting. The tennis center, with
lessons, clinics and hitting sessions, welcomes season members as well
as visiting guests, and is particularly encouraging to juniors. This is
an outstanding environment to grow youngsters’ skills.
Marina
and Waterfront
The
waterfront is a picturesque lawn area which gently slopes towards a sandy
beach and swimming area on Lake Placid lake. This is a special gathering
place for family picnics, croquet and volleyball games or to just relax
while enjoying the spectacular scenery.
Dining
Moose
Lodge Boathouse offers casual dining (lunch and dinner) on the shores
of Lake Placid, and opened early this season to allow for unlimited outside
dining with plenty of distance and an abundance of fresh air. Whether it
is dining al fresco on the beach, on the decks, on the “Captain’s Table”
on the docks, or enjoying the ambiance of the boathouse’s indoor facilities,
guests enjoy a varied seasonal menu appealing to all palates. Moose Lodge
also boasts Lake Placid’s largest Single Malt Scotch collection.
The
Café-On-The-Green
at the Whiteface Club and Resort presents a quaint bar and grill surrounding
the picturesque first tee, 18th green, practice green and fire-pit. This
casual indoor-outdoor dining spot serves lunches and light fare featuring
sandwiches, panini, grilled specialties, fresh salads and other daily specials.
It’s the perfect place to cap your round of golf, or as a relaxing meeting
place to join friends.
The
newest member of the Whiteface Club family is Executive Chef Zach Zarling
of Milwaukee, Wis. Chef Zarling is experienced creating many dishes, and
enjoys using a variety of cheeses and meats. Club diners will see many
of his favorite recipes throughout the year; he plans to make great use
of the Club’s new smoker. On a personal note, the chef is engaged to a
woman from nearby Plattsburgh, N.Y.; they have decided to live and raise
a family in our region.
Please
note – The Whiteface Club and Resort is limiting dining capacity to
75 percent, and tables are distanced at six feet for your health and comfort
levels. You will also find air purifiers with virus-killing ultraviolet
C light and filtering equipment to provide a safe environment for staff
and guests.
About
Whiteface Club & Resort, Lake Placid, NY
Whiteface
Club & Resort (www.WhitefaceClubResort.com)
is a charming and versatile wedding venue located in Lake Placid, N.Y.
This expansive resort offers stunning event spaces, accommodation rentals,
an award-winning wedding planner, and much more to make your big day an
unforgettable occasion. The team here aims to go above and beyond to make
your special day a success.
Whiteface
Club and Resort offers beautiful indoor and outdoor event spaces to host
all kinds of wedding occasions. Here, couples can stage their ceremony
in the open air on the shores of Lake Placid. Your guests can be seated
on the verdant lawn as you and your beloved exchange vows under the wooden
ceremony arch. Behind you, the lapping water serving as a beautiful natural
backdrop for your heartfelt commitment. Afterwards, your guests can enjoy
a relaxed cocktail hour within the Moose Lodge Boathouse Restaurant. While
your guests sip champagne and mingle, you can enjoy having your wedding
photos taken in the award-winning gardens here. For your main reception,
the Adirondack Dining Room offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for a
seated occasion. Wooden beams, rustic furniture, and a stone fireplace
offer a cozy ambiance within this space, which can be decorated to suit
your event style.
Couples
that choose to host their special day at Whiteface Club and Resort will
benefit from the services and expertise of the on-site wedding planner.
This experienced professional will work to ensure that you get the most
from this magnificent venue for your special day. The administration here
are happy to provide full catering and beverage services for your occasion,
along with an array of additional services.
Contacts:
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Kristin
Parker
Wedding
Cordinator
Whiteface
Club and Resort
518-523-2551
@WhitefaceClubResort
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Sandy
Caligiore (Media)
Mirror
Lake Inn Resort and Spa
518-302-3086
@MirrorLakeInn |