Warm and comfortable, this B&B was like home only I didn't have to make breakfast or clean the dishes! Rita is a great decorator and cook. She and Al are fun to chat with and chock full of local info. It made our family's college visit enjoyable... read more

This was my first visit to a B&B and it was wonderful. Friendly hosts, clean and comfortable lodging and the best breakfast I've ever had, much more than I could eat and delicious. Had a wonderful tour of the barn (baby lambs, kittens and... read more

Such a creative & delicious breakfast, new born lambs on the farm; a pre-breakfast trot around the pond; such hospitable hosts, and a lovely "warm wool things" shop. Couldn't ask for more. It's even in the town where I grew up.

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Al & Rita have guests ranging from college alum to hunters & everyone is welcome.

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The food was fabulous and the host and hostess were extremely friendly!! Would highly recommend!

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My stay for several nights this summer was perfect. Al and Rita are exceptional people who really understand how to make each visitor comfortable. The setting is beautiful and relaxing and entertaining. Remarkable farm and great hosts.

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Just great!

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This is the cleanest, most beautiful place I have ever stayed. The breakfast is delicious, healthy and served with elegant style.

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Very nice place to stay. We wouldn't hesitate to go back!

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A wonderfully welcoming, comfortable, clean, convenient place to stay! The accomodations were attractively decorated, as well as being immaculate. The beds were outstandingly comfortable! Best night of sleep we've had away from home in a long... read more

As executrix of my father's will, I had to "return home" to take care of my father's house & belongings. Rita & Al Ostrander took great care of my stay as if I were part of their own family, making an emotional trip so much more... read more

Owners are very friendly and hospitable and went above and beyond to meet guests' needs. Beautiful and relaxing setting.

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I really enjoyed the cottage. The people were so caring -- they had the porch light on and a snack. Breakfast was so good. The surroundings were so beautiful. I am telling all our relatives to try it out. read more

It was special having you leave the light on for me. Thanks for the fabulous breakfast. Everything was wonderful.

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Loved it. Homey, super clean, gorgeous country setting, awesome breakfast. Sheep Skin gift shop had excellent products and great prices. read more

We only stayed one night but Rita and Al made us feel like family taking us on barn tours, giving us history of area and home. read more

The most fabulous B&B we have ever experienced. Very clean, beautiful surroundings, excellent location, but most of all proprietors who worked very hard to make our stay memorable! read more

This is my second stay-woke up- having coffee watching the nesting kildeer chase the robins and the flicker digging for grubs. Can't beat this place. When I visit this part of the world, won't stay anywhere else. read more

Rita and Al made us feel welcome and part of the family, but we don't have to do any of the chores. Gourmet breakfasts and delicious desserts! read more

Nothing beats the pond house for renewal! The sound of fountains in the pond, watching baby geese learn to swim and play, sheep in the fields, plus breakfasts that last all day! read more

This place was a respite from everything! Relaxing and welcoming in all ways. The grounds and rooms were immaculate and well taken care of; amenities galore. Rita and Al are like your favorite neighbors and were incredibly helpful to us while we... read more

We recently stayed at Ostrander's in Canton NY. It was fabulous. Our accommodations were affordable, comfortable, clean and quite spacious. The grounds are meticulous. We can't say enough about the breakfast. What a cook Rita is! We plan to... read more

The atmosphere could not be any better. It is nestled in the beautiful countryside of Canton, NY. Wonderful hosts Rita and Al are just the best- such nice people to talk to and have you stay at the beautiful home. The breakfasts are really great and... read more

Excellent location. We keep coming back and are never disappointed. Would recommend highly! read more

Very comfortable and clean. Huge breakfast and great food! read more

Ostranders is a regular overnight for us when returning to visit family in upstate New York. We feel like we are in fact part of Rita ans Al's family. Great food, great rooms and first class hospitality.

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Very comfortable and convenient. Excellent breakfast. read more

We could not have felt more welcome at the Ostranders B&B. They were extremely generous with their time, indulging our many questions about their charming and adorable flocks of sheep, their darling dog and barn cats, and their sociable goats.... read more

While in the area for work, decided to bring the wife of 25 years for a fall getaway. My wife really enjoyed Rita's fabulous breakfast and the conversations with the other guests from instate and out of country were enlightening. The fall colors... read more

Comfortable, clean, quiet accommodations. Al and Rita went out of their way to make my stay pleasant. They even gave me a barn tour! read more

We just stayed at Ostranders on a trip for an interview at Clarkson and we loved it! Rita was extremely helpful and the breakfast was superb. We would recommend to anyone visiting the area for a college interview. We are going to be staying there... read more

Great people, great breakfast, great view from the Pond house. Can't wait to go again!

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immaculately kept ground. spotless, clean rooms. very personable owners who are willing to go out of their way to make their guests feel welcome. Fabulous breakfast. Home away from home! read more

my husband and I have stayed at Ostrander's several times. Wonderful rooms, attention to details of guests' comfort, bedtime snacks, great food, and loveys setting. Best of all, hosts Rita and Al are fun to talk with! read more

A great little B&B just outside the town of Canton, NY. Delicious full country breakfast with friendly personable hosts. Clean, comfortable rooms and cottages in a rural setting.

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well run country B&B excellent breakfast, convenient to local colleges, lovely hosts and a barn-full of young lambs

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comfortable, clean, cozy. very sweet and interesting proprietors. we felt like part of the family after three nights!

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This B&B was not only a comfortable, relaxing inn, it was also a superb value. Our family of four stayed at the Ostrander's while touring a nearby university. We chose to stay in the pond house so we could spread out a bit. It was a beautifully... read more

Best breakfast ever.

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My husband and I just returned from a stay at Ostrander's. It is a wonderful place. The hospitality Rita and Al extend is beyond what you can expect. The accomodations and meals were exemplary and far beyond what was expected. We would highly... read more

Stayed one night because it was the only night available, wish they had a second. Rita and Al were exceptionally friendly as were the other guests. The rooms were very clean, fridge was stocked, desert on the table upon return in the evening, and... read more

We visited St. Lawrence University and found Ostrander's on the Internet and stayed in the Shepherd's House. They provide all the little touches that I had not even though of: free telephone, Internet, umbrella, LED bedside flashlights, evening... read more

This was our first stay in a B&B and I feel we truly hit upon a gem. Rita & Al were great hosts and Rita's breakfasts were absolutely delicious. Very pleasant and extremely clean. Room was quite comfortable. Grounds beautiful and... read more

Amazing breakfast sweets!

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Cozy and beautiful with a delicious breakfast and friendly chatting.

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We spent two nights and wished we could have stayed longer. Al and Rita went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Rita is quite the cook, the food was wonderful! Al gave us a personal tour of the farm. The setting is very... read more

Beautiful accommodations in rural setting. The hosts were special - gracious & friendly and informative. Their guests interesting. The food was delicious. We learned a lot about farming & the area.

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Nice as nice can be! We loved it. The area, the home, the food, the host & guest were all special.

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A bird haven on a quiet country road

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Our stay was great. Owner's very friendly & helpful. Breakfast was more than expected, delicious. Evening snack and beverages provided were great. We plan on staying there in the future.

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my girlfriend and i have never stayed at a b&b before. this was our first and it was amazing. from the cozy decor and furniture to the amazing landscape. everything was perfect. al and rita made us feel right at home and part of the family.... read more

outstanding value of quality and comfort. the rooms, food and service were all outstanding. the hosts treated us like their personal guests.i'd never stay anywhere else in the canton area. all the convenience of a chain hotel with far more personal... read more

Everything was perfect during our stay with Rita and Al Osrander. They were friendly and accomodating and the facilities are above excellent.

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I would definately stay there again!

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Very quiet and peaceful setting amidst rolling farmland. Will definitely stay again.

What charmers these owners are! I felt completely at home and the beds were nice......so clean, too! My only complaint? I ate too much at breakfast each morning and gained weight! read more

Needed a place to stay so my son could visit Clarkson College. The setting is lovely and peaceful and I enjoyed meeting the sheep and goats. My fellow guests described Rita as the Martha Stewart of the North Country and breakfast was indeed... read more

This was my first stay at a B&B. We were in town for a college visit and didn't get in until late on Friday night. My son and I were greeted at the door by the owners bearing a plate of homemade cookies. Upon settling into our room, I was... read more

This was our first stay at a bed and breakfast, and everything about it exceeded our expectations. The proprietors, Al and Rita, made us feel right at home. Al even gave us tour of his barn to show us the sheep he raises. The breakfast we were... read more

I had a great stay at Ostrander's. The property and buildings are absolutely gorgeous. The owners are very kind and personable. When I make another trip to Canton, NY in the future, I will be sure to stay at Ostrander's again!

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Our family was referred to Ostrander’s Bed and Breakfast by a co-worker. My wife and I love to stay at Bed and Breakfasts and have done so many times. Not only were the accommodations outstanding but Al and his wife Rita were a joy to spend time... read more

We stayed most of a day and an overnight plus breakfast the next morning. Rita and Al were very hospitable hosts, their home is lovely, the rooms are clean and well appointed. The food served (evening dessert and hearty breakfast) was first... read more

Ostranders Bed and Breakfast far exceeded my expectations!!! A wonderful experience and a very reasonable price!! When you stay, be sure to taste the tap water, better than any bottled water I have ever had read more

We had to leave early, before breakfast was being served. Rita and Al had coffee, home-made muffins, fruit and yogurt ready for us before our departure. Very nice rooms, brownies on the night-table are superb... Will definitely go back and stay... read more

We really enjoyed a superb stay at rita’s and al’s. excellent accomodations, superb breakfast. We will come again and recommend this B&B. read more

Wonderful place to stay at anytime of the year, The owners make this B&B a temporary “home” for anyone who stays there. It is clean, they are great conversationalists. read more

Wonderful breakfasts and desserts. Friendly and helpful. Great stories. Overall excellent!

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Very nice, lovely setting.

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Very clean and affordable. Very private and great food and hosts. Have tried without success to find fault… NONE!

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Ostranders is always our first choice for accommodations whenever we visit our son at St. Lawrence University. The breakfast is superb, the rooms are cozy and sparkling clean and the Ostranders are delightful hosts. read more

You would never know that this was a working farm. Best night’s sleep I’ve had in some time. Food and hospitality outstanding. I’m a world traveler and I have never stayed in any better of a place. Best B&B! read more

Came for a week of peace and quiet and found it. Stayed in the Pond House and enjoyed the comforts of home as well as privacy with a great view! Breakfasts were unbelievable and evening desserts were awesome! Al and Rita were a tremendous... read more

Al & Rita welcome you, fix your daughter’s blown bicycle intertube, tell you where to have dinners, have clean, home-like and well thought-out settings and the breakfast is amazing food. read more

A wonderful place to stay. We will always remember our first visit: the long drive from NH...arriving late at night and on the counter was a delicious homemade snack. That was just a preview to the incredible breakfast Rita prepares each morning.... read more

will come back every year

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We always enjoy our stay here when visiting the North Country.

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Al and Rita are the best innkeepers anyone could ask for. We meet Al & Rita 6 years ago when we started going to the north country when our local college men's ice hockey team plays St. Lawrence and Clarkson they are not just the innkeepers... read more

We've been guests of the Ostranders for four years now and each year going back is like going home. The accommodations, the country atmosphere, the warmth and friendliness of the Ostrander's makes it difficult to leave and we always look forward to... read more

Having stayed in numerous B&Bs over the past 25 years, I can truely say that the Ostranders rates in the top 5. Al and Rita are warm, friendly and make one feel like family. We have returned there for the past 3 years and its like we never... read more

We have stayed at Ostrander's B&B a number of times since our son started attending nearby St. Lawrence University. Rita and Al are the perfect innkeepers and take the time to really treat you like family. Rita has even sent us clippings from... read more

When you get to Ostrander's you feel like you came home. They remember you and take care of you and give you the space to rest and recuperate. Breakfast will fill you for the day and the company is wonderful. Rita and Al are the best!

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Al and Rita provided us with our first B&B experience 7 years ago and remain the Gold Standard of hospitality that we use to measure all of our frequent B&B stays. A visit with the O's has become a comforting part of our trips to the North... read more

Excellent, lovely home. Wonderful food, nicely presented.

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This is the first time we have stayed at a b&b. It was fantastic, the atmosphere was so homey, the people so welcoming and friendly. It was magical in the north country at christmas. The breakfast was the best I ever had. I felt I was at home! I... read more

This bed and breakfast was outstanding.

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This bed and breakfast was outstanding.

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Traveling for business becomes very monotonous when having to stay at generic hotels. Al and Rita's place is an oasis in a desert of mediocrity. It truly is like being at home away from home. I especially enjoyed the evening delivery of a tasty... read more

Al and Rita are very welcoming and accommodating! We stayed in our own private cottage (The Pond House.) It's a wonderful large one-room suite with a complete kitchen, great room and queen size beds. Lots of windows provide a wonderful view of the... read more