Monthly Rentals & Extended Stays in the Adirondacks
From November through April, Motel Long Lake & Cottages offers special monthly rates for extended stays in the Adirondacks.
Our winterized cottages provide a true home base - perfect for hunters, work crews, digital nomads, or anyone looking to escape for a while.
With reliable WiFi, full kitchens, pet-friendly options, and all the comforts of home, you can focus on work, adventure, or simply enjoying the quiet beauty of an Adirondack winter.
Longer stays can sometimes be arranged outside of these months depending on availability - contact us for more details. Your keys to Adirondack living are waiting.
EXPLORE THE AdirondackS From Long Lake
An extended stay in Long Lake puts you in the geographic heart of the Adirondack Park, making it the ideal home base for exploring all six million acres. From here, most major destinations are within a short, scenic drive - under an hour and a half to nearly everywhere in the Park. The High Peaks trailheads are just over an hour away, and you can reach The Adirondack Experience in Blue Mountain Lake in 15 minutes or The Wild Center in Tupper Lake in about 30.
Closer to home, you’ll find countless ways to enjoy the outdoors in every season. Local trails are open year-round for walking or hiking, and when conditions allow, the surrounding snowmobile routes and frozen lakes invite a bit of winter adventure. On milder days, paddlers can still explore the connected waterways by canoe or kayak, and anglers can take advantage of the excellent fishing throughout the year - including ice fishing when the lake freezes. Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts alike will find that each season brings its own kind of quiet beauty and a deeper connection to the landscape that surrounds Long Lake.
For those who enjoy small-town charm, Long Lake itself and the surrounding communities are rich with antique shops, craft fairs, and local gatherings throughout the year. Whether you’re here for a month of work, a season of quiet, or a winter adventure, everything that makes the Adirondacks special is within easy reach from Motel Long Lake & Cottages.
GETTING HERE & GETTING AROUND
Long Lake’s central location in the Adirondack Park makes it accessible from across the Northeast while offering effortless access to the region’s best destinations. Whether you’re arriving from downstate, upstate, or neighboring states, the drive itself becomes part of the experience as highways give way to scenic mountain roads.
Our extended-stay guests appreciate how simple it is to get here - and how convenient it is to reach nearby towns, trails, and job sites once settled in. Below are approximate drive times, calculated for normal conditions.
Driving to Long Lake​​
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Glens Falls, NY: 75 miles | 1 hour 30 minutes
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Plattsburgh, NY - 95 miles | 2 hours
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Saratoga Springs, NY - 95 miles | 2 hours
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Rome, NY: 95 miles | 2 hours
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Burlington, VT: 95 miles | 2 hours
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Utica, NY: 100 miles | 2 hours
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Albany, NY: 125 miles | 2 hours 15 minutes
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Syracuse, NY: 150 miles | 3 hours
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Rochester, NY: 225 miles | 4 hours
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Hartford, CT: 235 miles | 4 hours
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New York City, NY: 275 miles | 4 hours 30 minutes
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Buffalo, NY: 290 miles | 5 hours
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Boston, MA: 290 miles | 5 hours
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Philadelphia, PA: 360 miles | 6 hours
EXPLORING FROM LONG LAKE
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Blue Mountain Lake: 10 miles | 15 minutes
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The Adirondack Experience: 10 miles | 15 minutes
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Newcomb: 15 miles | 20 minutes
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Tupper Lake: 22 miles | 25 minutes
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The Wild Center Museum: 22 miles | 30 minutes
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Indian Lake: 23 miles | 30 minutes
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Raquette Lake: 25 miles | 35 minutes
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Saranac Lake: 42 miles | 50 minutes
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Gore Mountain Ski Resort: 43 miles | 50 minutes
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Old Forge: 46 miles | 1 hour
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Lake Placid: 50 miles | 1 hour
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Lake George: 65 miles | 1 hour 15 minutes
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Whiteface Mountain: 70 miles | 1 hour 30 minutes
Working from the AdirondackS
Productivity Meets Peace
Whether you’re leading a team remotely, managing a project on-site, or simply craving a change of scenery, Motel Long Lake & Cottages offers the perfect setup for extended winter stays. Our comfortable, fully equipped cabins feature reliable high-speed Wi-Fi, creating a peaceful and productive environment in the heart of the Adirondacks.
C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, and remote professionals enjoy the balance of focused work and easy access to nature — from quiet mornings by the lake to evenings spent around the fire. For work crews in construction, utilities, and regional infrastructure, we provide practical comfort and convenience, with all the amenities needed for longer stays.
Many guests bring their dogs along for the season, and our pet-friendly cabins make it easy to settle in. Families are welcome too - whether you’re traveling together or having loved ones visit on weekends, there’s plenty of space to feel at home.
When it’s time to take a break, Long Lake’s trails, local dining spots, and nearby ski areas offer plenty of ways to unwind. Whether you’re here for a month or the whole season, it’s easy to find your rhythm: connected when you need to be, and disconnected when you want to be.
SETTLE IN FOR THE SEASON
Life slows down a little in Long Lake once the busy summer season ends. Our family settles in for the winter too, along with everyone who calls this small Adirondack town home. It’s a peaceful time - quiet mornings, crisp air, and a community that still gathers for local celebrations, winter events, and small-town traditions that make this place feel special.
Whether you’re here to work, explore, or simply take a break, you’ll find a genuine welcome and plenty of space to make Long Lake your home away from home. The Adirondacks in winter have their own rhythm - calm, steady, and quietly beautiful - and we look forward to sharing it with you.
