There are places you can find on a map, and others you can only reach with luck or Ruby Slippers…read more "The N" is ruby slippers all the way -- over-the-rainbow magical. The elements are easy enough to list: fabulous swimmable lake, fresh vegetables within walking distance, lots of hiking, farmer's market in town once a week, easy places to grill, many points of interest (a drive to an abandoned iron mine for the history minded, or visit the ladies that make goat cheese and pet a goat). And a sky filled with billions and billions of stars... but other places can make similar claims. As you see from the other reviews, many guests have fallen under the special spell of the place's enchantment long ago, and are drawn back. Me too, now.

The N has been a family vacation spot for me since I was 6 months old. I love it here! Fresh air,…read moreout doors, it's really is a retreat away from the busy life that I have currently. The cabins are always kept nicely, the staff are extremely friendly and will do anything to make their guest's truly amazing. There is a swimming area in their private lake, row boats for each cabin, a tennis court, ping pong tables, a swing set for adults and kids, and of course beautiful hiking trails. The N is a magical and special place that anyone can enjoy and I hope to share it with more guests in the future.

Lost star for cleanliness, lost star for uncomfortable-ness. Neither bedroom has shades that are…read moredarkening. No one slept well because of a safety light on the path next door shining in the rooms. Master bedroom upstairs has doors to a small balcony overlooking the main living area. There are no shades or curtains on these doors so you can't have the lights on in the kitchen area or dining area without them shining in the bedroom. There are three random wall lights but not a single switch turns them on. There were dishes in the dishwasher, food on the spatula, and food stuck on the cutting board. There was hair in the upstairs bathtub. The downstairs bathroom was clean and the shower curtain looked freshly laundered. The extra blankets snelled strongly of someone's perfume in places. Unlike other condos or rentals we've stayed in there were not the general provisions in a full kitchen like you might expect. Such as salt, pepper, You cannot adjust the temperature. That lil B word thermostat just kept saying...... but my family likes it cold. So instead we opened up windows, but awesome sauce theres no screens on the windows. If you happen to stay the weekend of a wedding, you can hear the music from the festivities in the condos. There were fireworks offered by the wedding party, which usually I'd be jazzed about. They were at 9:45. We're in the season where it's dark out by 7:30. Just my personal opinion, they should be an hour after sunset in any season if your in a highly populated area.

Overrated? Food was good. Recent customers had real issues with the management…read more The original owner passed away recently and its downhill. Lakeside wedding event.

how we love the draw of loon lake and the peaceful feel of this property. you can't beat the view!!read more

If you don't feel like reading I'm just gonna say: it's fantastic. If you want to know why, read…read moreon. My boyfriend and I knew we wanted to go skiing at Gore but were not sure where to stay and boy and I glad that we chose Gore Mountain Lodge. We pulled up and went to the office to check in, and unfortunately there was a miscommunication and our room was never actually booked- but no fear! They accommodated us anyway, just told us it would be a little bit before the room was clean and ready, and that was fine by us. We walked right over to Beck's for a quick bite and drink and that was AMAZING!- but go over there for that review. The rooms are clean, there's nice little notes written for you with tips and info, there's plenty of brochures for local dining and travel sites, a trail map for gore mountain, a tv, WiFi, comfortable beds, towels, PLENTY of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, (super nice touch) and complimentary Swedish fish and sparkling water! There's even a Keurig, K-Cups, and mugs for your use to get you up and at 'em so you can be the first one at the mountain in the morning. Speaking of- it's not even a mile away from the gore mountain entrance- another huge plus. We knew within seconds that we wanted to write a good review for this place- and we don't write reviews often. There's communal yurts to hang out in- which we unfortunately never checked out but loved that we had the option. And they even have equipment and tools for ski racing! You can tell that they take care of the place and also take skiing seriously! It felt like staying at a relative's house but without any of the annoying check ins. With all of that said, I would highly recommend if you're considering a place near Gore Mountain. Kudos to the owners! We'll be back.

No refund or credit when couldn't get to motel due to NYS blizzard travel ban. Owner dodged emails…read moreand calls to discuss and stuck by fine print cause he had my money. Totally uncool to profit from someone else's misfortune. Stay away.

This place is simply an outstanding Adirondack experience! If you're looking to be pampered and…read morewaited on constantly I recommend The Plaza in New York City, but for a mountain experience this place has it all. Just finished a weeklong stay and had a wonderful time. Room was spotless and well maintained, as was the laundry facility. Being a fisherman, I hit the dock every morning, but first stopping at the office for a complementary coffee and baked good of the day. The motel offers guests kayak and canoe usage free of charge, with larger boat rentals available at very reasonable rates. The proprietors, Rick and Chris, are genuinely friendly and will bend over backward to provide you with anything you need (within reason). Gas grills and firepits are available, with firewood available at very reasonable prices. Took advantage of the chairs and picnic areas, both motel and lakeside, to enjoy the tranquil evenings and chat with the neighbors. Having Summered in the area for years in my youth, I try to get back every year or two. And when I do, the Oxbow is my motel of choice. For a genuine Adirondack experience, it provides everything and lacks nothing.

Peaceful getaway-- if you're looking for a comfortable, super clean room on a lake with a beautiful…read moreview-- ability to rent a row boat, kayak, or canoe, amazing hosts, and the best coffee and homebaked goods in the morning-- then this is the place for you! We stayed in one of their efficiency units-- which had a small kitchen stocked with dishes, cutlery, pots and pans-- there's also a BBQ available if you want to grill something. When we stayed there back in August, there was a little farm vegetable and fruit stand in front of their place--which was terrific, because we were able to get fresh veggies and fruits to have for with our meals. We also rented a canoe and a kayak to spend time in the evening and morning on the beautiful lake watching and listening to the loons. Additionally, there's fire wood for sale if you just want to sit by the fire pit in the evening while gazing at the stars. We highly recommend this lovely place.

Nice location but very dated Staff was friendly…read moreRooms need to be updated bathroom and bedrooms extremely small Beds were hard and pillows thin Probably would not return until renovations were made

Unsanitary, unsafe & horrible management Please don't believe the positive reviews!…read more August 2024 I never leave reviews, but I really don't want anyone else to have the terrible experience my family and I had on vacation at this terrible resort. We had a total of 45 family members staying here. The rooms are old, dirty, and poorly maintained. Some of the rooms had no hot water and the owner Lenny, said that he tries to regulate the hot water. The lock on the entry door to our room was broken and difficult to lock. Lenny checked it out and said you have play with it, and it isn't going to be like your lock at home, you have to play with it. If you rent the big house on the premise, it smelled and had cobwebs on the chandeliers and in the kitchen. Also, keep in mind that the owner lives on the top floor. Its very odd! The two bedrooms both had holes in the walls from the door knobs. The bathroom is tiny with a very old tub and sink. The next day we rented boats. Lenny and another worker set the boats up. I expressed I didn't know how to swim and needed life jackets. They got the life jackets, but once we were already out on the boats, we realized there were none on it. I called the owner Lenny and he wasn't apologetic and kept saying he couldn't believe they weren't on the boat. I checked again with him on the phone and there were none on it. He then brought us the life jackets on the lake. Other family members were on another boat that broke down on the water. Lenny came and made light of it, said he knew there was an issue with the boat, and told them to wait on the boat while he went to talk to a mechanic at dock. Again he never apologized or offered any compensation for their lost boat time. Upon returning my boat, he didn't apologize and then proceeded to tell us that we damaged the propellor on the engine. There was no way we did and and he was so nasty about it. My husband and I started arguing with him. Immediately he started saying I'm going to call the cops. I expressed how with any complaint we made, he made light of it, and never tried to rectify the situation. We got nowhere with him and decided to leave. Please read the other negative comments because they are true! He must be writing his own positive reviews!

I chose this place to stay for an excursion into the Adirondacks based on the charming photos on…read moreGoogle maps and the affordability. I'm please to report that Pine Tree Motel and Cabins is a true hidden gem. Cozy, rustic, remote, and surrounded by the almost overwhelming beauty of upstate New York. Norleen is an amazing owner and caretaker and jumped at every chance to make our stay a dream. Being amateur travelers, we over packed for the size of the cabin we stayed in, but that was our fault and otherwise the cabin was more than spacious and well-furnished enough for two lovebirds. 10/10, fully intend to stay here again someday soon. Thank you Norleen and Bert!

Quaint little cabin motel rooms. There's a playground and fire pit for your family to use and…read morechances are high you'll have it all to yourself. Owner is nice and lives on the property, but I'm not fond of being told to sign a guest book where everyone's addresses​ and phone numbers are on display for anyone in the next couple years to take. Just city and first name would be interesting but personal privacy wasn't a priority. The rooms are great though. The bedset and curtains matched and there was a fridge (freezer didn't do anything since it was missing the door) and the AC was blasting for me when i got in. The blinds and curtains doubled up really block out the light. There was a bit of dirt around the room, but it's dusty and woody outside and probably blows in easily. I would definitely stay here again though.

Beautiful, quaint and private rooms and cabins right by the lake with dock access. Comfortable bed,…read morewell-stocked kitchenette, and full bathroom. Ms. Amy was super welcoming and gave us a tour of all the complementary amenities including kayaks, bikes and a fire pit. When we had a problem, Ms. Amy went above and beyond to resolve it for us. Would recommend for anyone looking for a cozy and private base to enjoy the beautiful town and lake.

Pros--very nice clean room for a fabulous price! Benjamin the manager was available and…read morehelpful--gave some great recommendations for lunch and check-in was easy and quick. Room was comfortable, bed was nice and shower was hot. Cons--most rooms don't have lake views and there's no real beach but the town beach is close by, has lifeguards until 5 and was very nice!