Finger Lakes in west-central New York is all about gorgeous lakes, rolling vineyards and farms, towering, imposing hills, and charming villages and settlements. The region attracts everyone from thrill-seekers to bird-watchers to hikers to people simply looking for a laidback place to enjoy a quiet getaway. Because of this, there are plenty of activities around Finger Lakes including nearby cities like Auburn having plenty of things to do for visitors to enjoy. To this end, Finger Lakes and its many towns are full of numerous inns, family resorts, vacation rentals, and bed and breakfasts, each of which possesses a character and persona that is as distinct as it is charming. Whether one is seeking a romantic weekend sojourn or a place to kick back and enjoy the wine region, Finger Lakes has a bed and breakfast for everyone. Check out the best bed and breakfasts in the Finger Lakes, New York.
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1. Los Gatos Bed & Breakfast in Penn Yan (from USD 211)
Delicious and abundant homemade breakfast, including homegrown berries and farm-to-table ingredients, accommodating dietary restrictions, and providing valuable recommendations for dining options in the area.
Reasonable pricing for the area, great value for the quality and service provided.
Conveniently located near Keuka and Seneca lakes, offering easy access to various wine tastings and other attractions in the Finger Lakes area.
Beautifully landscaped grounds, well-appointed rooms, complimentary snacks and drinks, and a variety of games available for entertainment.
Los Gatos Bed & Breakfast offers guests air-conditioned rooms that are furnished with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with a shower, and a patio. Some of these rooms even have a seating area and a balcony. Guests can enjoy an American breakfast every day. For those bringing their cars, this bed and breakfast has free private parking slots available.
There is also a garden and lounge area where guests can sit back and relax. In terms of nearby attractions, this bed and breakfast is 47 km (29.2 mi) away from Watkins Glen.
Los Gatos Bed & Breakfast
Address: 1491 State Route 14A
41.44 km (25.8 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
2. The Bella Ella Bed and Breakfast in Canandaigua (from USD 154)
If it’s a water-filled vacation that you’re after, then The Bella Ella Bed and Breakfast is a great Finger Lakes bed and breakfast on the water to consider. Just a 10-minute drive away from Canandaigua Lake, this accommodation provides its guests with free kayaks and free use of the on-site pond. A full country breakfast is served to guests every morning as well. There is a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxation. As for the rooms, each of them is uniquely decorated and comes with a flat-screen TV and refrigerator. The suites also include a spa bath and fireplace.
Finally, the bed and breakfast is only 8 km (4.9 mi) away from various lake tours and dinner cruises as well as being five minutes away from the Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum.
The Bella Ella Bed and Breakfast
Address: 2300 Brickyard Road
72.35 km (45.0 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
3. Lovely 19th-century house in Seneca Falls
For those wondering where to stay in Finger Lakes and love their getaways to have an interesting bit of history to them, they will definitely love Barrister’s Bed & Breakfast. Located in the heart of the historic Seneca Falls near Cayuga Lake in the northern region of Finger Lakes, Barrister’s is the ideal base for excellent day trips to explore the Finger Lakes region. Five of the former owners were attorneys, thus leading to the unique name of this 1860-built bed and breakfast. Guests will love the finer details like its fabulous porches, stained glass windows, and carved oak mantels. Apart from the comfy old-world stay, it’s the magnificent three-course breakfast put out by the hosts every morning that alone makes Barrister’s a must stay-at.
Barrister's Bed & Breakfast
Address: 56 Cayuga Street
43.98 km (27.4 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
4. Early 19th-century country house in Interlaken (from USD 159)
One of the best ways to enjoy a laidback Finger Lakes getaway is by staying at this gorgeous 19th-century country estate-turned-bed and breakfast. The lovely, spacious home is nestled among the rolling greens and vineyards of Interlaken, a quaint community near Cayuga Lake. Whether you’re itching to discover the wine trail region of the Finger Lakes or want to enjoy a day out on the lake, the Glass Magnolia country estate is perfect. Guests have the choice between the grand Lady Jayne bedroom with a king bed and a deck or the utterly charming Magnolia Garden with a private patio and a queen bed. Plus, morning coffee with gourmet breakfast on the porch while enjoying the beautiful Finger Lake vistas is a great way to kick off the day’s adventures.
Glass Magnolia Bed & Breakfast
Address: 8339 Main Street
13.17 km (8.2 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
5. Two-storey Victorian house in Waterloo (from USD 127)
Guests looking for a central place to stay to explore the Finger Lakes region won’t find a better place to stay at than Gridley Inn, a charming, seven-bedroom Victorian bed and breakfast in Waterloo, a mere 10-minute drive from both Seneca and Cayuga Lakes. Guests can choose from five stately yet cosy rooms - Garden, Harmony, Statesman, Academy, and Lincoln rooms. Apart from Victorian touches like four-poster beds, the rooms also have the comfort of ensuite modern bathrooms. The hosts are known to serve the most perfect coffee out there, along with complimentary cookies and chocolates too. The icing on the cake is the succulent three-course breakfast laid out to perfection every morning.
The Gridley Inn B&B
Address: 36 West Main Street
45.39 km (28.3 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
6. Lakeside Victorian haven in Skaneateles (from USD 486)
There’s nothing like living lakeside during your vacation, and there’s no better a location in Finger Lakes than at 2W Lake in the heart of Skaneateles. One of the best bed and breakfasts in Finger Lakes, it offers its guests sweeping views of Lake Skaneateles while being hardly a block away from the best dining and shopping pockets. 2W Lake has three rooms on the offer - the Stella, DeEtta, and the Mary rooms - all of which are tastefully furnished with modern furniture while staying true to the overall Victorian theme. To top it all, breakfast is the highlight, which is served on the wraparound porch in summers. From seasonal fruits to frittatas, guests can expect it all.
2W Lake
Address: 2 West Lake St.
46.39 km (28.9 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
7. Lovely three-storeyed home with gardens in Watkins Glen
Delicious homemade breakfasts with farm-to-table options, accommodating dietary needs, and great recommendations for local dining.
Reasonable pricing for a B&B with great value and comfortable rooms.
Conveniently located within walking distance to Watkins Glen Gorge Trail, downtown shops, and wineries on Seneca Lake Wine Trail.
Charming historic B&B with beautiful lake views, cozy porches, and a guest kitchen.
Hudson Manor Bed & Breakfast is a powder-blue-coloured gem set amidst acres of verdant, lush green grounds located in the cosy Watkins Glen that lies at the southern end of Seneca Lake. The gorgeous, three-storey house boasts a wraparound porch, watchtower, and a wonderful, garden-view deck to enjoy the surroundings. There’s even a pretty little gazebo on the grounds. The property boasts equally charming interiors in the form of an exposed brick fireplace, original light fixtures, comfy bedrooms, and lovely sitting areas. A fresh, home-cooked, farm-to-table breakfast can be enjoyed in the dining room every morning. What’s more, the dining and shopping areas lie a short walk away.
Hudson Manor Bed & Breakfast
Address: 104 Seneca Street
28.97 km (18.0 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
8. Charming stay in Watkins Glen
Stay at the homey Lake Valley Legends B&B in a leafy neighbourhood in Watkins Glen, which lies just two streets away from the Seneca Lake pier. Apart from cosy, updated bedrooms, the charming bed and breakfast also features a cosy lounge as well as a sprawling patio with a fire pit for a perfect time during colder Watkins Glen evenings. Perhaps the best part about this lovely rental is that each room has separate breakfast areas. However, you don’t want to miss the sprawling Lake Seneca views while breakfasting on the deck, which is the perfect way to begin a day in Finger Lakes. What’s more, they even have complimentary wine socials and snacks served 24/7.
Lake Valley Legends B&B
Address: 115 North Glen Avenue
29.14 km (18.2 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
9. Beautiful establishment with Italianate architecture
Step back in time at Cook Mansion Bed & Breakfast, a wonderful, 19th-century Italianate-style villa right next to Shequaga Falls in the quaint community of Montour Falls. Featured on the National Register of Historic Places, the stately house wows guests with its formal dining rooms, old-style fireplaces, and soaring windows and ceilings. The property even has a pergola and tower which lie right next to the Shequaga Falls. This is also where renters host spectacular outdoor weddings, with the wedding ceremony set up right next to the falls. Check out the seven different and spacious rooms for guests to choose from, complete with comfy beds and private bathrooms. The cherry on top is the delicious American-style breakfast that is served every day.
Cook Mansion Bed & Breakfast
Address: 203 South Genesee Street
30.49 km (19.0 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
10. Massive 19th-century Victorian mansion in Watkins Glen (from USD 424)
There’s no better a way to enjoy a sojourn in Finger Lakes than to stay at the historic and utterly gorgeous Idlwilde Inn, a 19th-century, 18-room Victorian mansion. Set amidst sprawling greens with gardens and lawns, the charming home makes for an utterly romantic getaway. It boasts decorative fireplaces, romantic turret and sunrooms, a massive, breezy wraparound patio, and even an enclosed gazebo on the grounds, all of which have views of Seneca Lake. Guests at Idlwilde get to choose between 15 guest rooms and begin their day with an absolutely lip-smacking seasonal breakfast, which even includes the chef’s renowned breakfast casserole of eggs, cheese, and sausage over a crispy crust. Yum!
Idlwilde Inn
Address: 1 Lakeview Avenue
29.42 km (18.3 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
11. Farmhouse-turned-modern inn in Watkins Glen (from USD 174)
Stunning views of Lake Seneca greet guests at this wonderful 170-year-old farmhouse-turned-modern inn in Watkins Glen. The contemporary bed and breakfast boasts wonderfully updated bedrooms with comfy beds, recliners for curling up with a book, flat-screen TVs, and ensuite, beautifully done up bathrooms. The surroundings are equally breath-taking, with a lovely red-crimson maple tree right out in the yard. Start off your day with a delicious, hot breakfast served in the breakfast room with stunning views of Finger Lakes and Lake Seneca. If that wasn’t enough, there’s even complimentary cookies, chocolates, bottles of water, and fruit all day long to keep you energized.
Apex Inn Bed and Breakfast
Address: 3051 County Rd 16
33.42 km (20.8 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
12. h-century Colonial Revival property (from USD 175)
How’d you like to stay at a cosy bed and breakfast that’s played host to the liked of Alexander Graham Bell and Henry Ford? Welcome to the historic 18 Vine Inn & Carriage House which is located right at the entrance of Watkins Glen State Park. Plus, it’s close to Lake Seneca and lots of downtown attractions at Watkins Glen too. One of the best places to stay in Finger Lakes, this 1860s-built house is a hideaway of comfort and is designed in Colonial Revival style complete with an orchard and formal gardens. The quaint wine-country bed and breakfast boasts elegant rooms with hardwood floors, outside seating areas, ensuite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and even fully equipped kitchenettes. In addition to the tranquil setting, the guests can also look forward to a lavish buffet/American breakfast served every day on the terrace overlooking the pool and the lush, landscaped grounds.
18 Vine Inn & Carriage House
Address: 18 Vine Street
53.66 km (33.4 mi) from Taughannock Falls State Park
Finger Lakes - a fantasy right out of a fable
Finger Lakes is dreamy to boot - blue mirror lakes, green mountains and hills, and spectacular views at every turn. Exploring this fable of a region is made all the better with the perfect place to stay in the form of 19th-century bed and breakfasts that are modern while staying true to the glorious era they were built in. Check out these beautiful bed and breakfasts while planning your perfect Finger Lakes getaway.
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