Despite his initial skepticism, news director Paul Brady discovers that Deer Mountain Inn truly is something singular.

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Some cliches, it turns out, still hold a kernel of truth.

And yet, the Deer Mountain Inn really is something singular.

The lawn and exterior of Deer Mountain Inn

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In other words, the dining was as distinctive and delightful as the design.

Some things never go out of style.

I stayed in No.

A cabin bed at Deer Mountain Inn

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Some guests might find the cabin too dimly lit, though I thought it was appropriately moody.

Individual cabins have well-provisioned minibars as well.

We are family-friendly and have many games and books available for children in our attic lounge, she explained.

Exterior and living room at a cabin at Deer Mountain Inn

We also often set up s’mores for families to enjoy after dinner.

Our front lawn is a great place for lawn games and to run around.

A car is essential for getting around this stretch of New York.

Exterior of cabins at Deer Mountain Inn

(Itispossible to reserve at the restaurant through Resy.)

Room reservations open 90 days out; generally, mid-week stays are more affordable than in-demand weekends.

A cabin bed at Deer Mountain Inn

Exterior and living room at a cabin at Deer Mountain Inn

Exterior of cabins at Deer Mountain Inn

The bar and fireplace at Deer Mountain Inn

A plate of oysters and dining room at Deer Mountain Inn

Interior of a wine room at Deer Mountain Inn

The bar and fireplace at Deer Mountain Inn

A plate of oysters and dining room at Deer Mountain Inn

Interior of a wine room at Deer Mountain Inn

Mountain S’mores around a fire pit at Deer Mountain Inn

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