The Friends Lake Inn

Friends Lake Inn is a fully restored 19th century Adirondack country inn overlooking Friends Lake. The Inn features the warm patina of chestnut woodwork, brick hearths and an original tin-ceiling. Gourmet dining is available daily complemented by an extensive award winning wine list. Seventeen luxury guestrooms all with private baths, some with jacuzzis, lakeviews, or fireplaces, welcome you to relax in style. An outdoor sauna in the gazebo overlooks a backyard pond and garden. In-ground swimming pool and beach on Friends Lake.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Lakeside
    • Mountains
  • Nearest major city: Glens Falls, NY (35 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    I-87 North to exit 25, left on Rt 8W for 3 1/2 miles. Left on Friends Lake Rd, bear right at fork, turn right, Inn is on right.
  • Nearest major airport: Albany, NY (ALB-Albany County)
  • Directions from airport:
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Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 17 guest accommodations (17 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 349.00 and $ 499.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 85.00
  • Other Accommodations: meal info
    The above rate reflects the rate per couple including lodging, dinner and breakfast.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Data port
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Ironing Board
  • Private entrance
  • Telephone
  • Turndown Service
  • On Site
  • Board games
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Desk
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Wet bar
  • Other Amenitites
  • sauna
  • featherbeds
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 8-10:30, Sundays 8-12:00
    • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
    • Lunch is available
    • Dinner is included with the room rate
    • Special meals available: Monthly wine dinners, Special Holiday Menu, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is not allowed
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets (The Inn does have 2 dogs allowed in limited areas)
    • Accommodations are not suitable for children (12 years old and over)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Full bar/wine collection on premises.)
    • Deposit amount required (A 50% deposit is required for stays of 2 or more nights.)
    • Check in time is 2pm and Check out time is 11am
    • Cancellations:
      Full refund if reservation is cancelled 14 days prior to arrival, thereafter deposit would be returned if room is re-rented. The Inn does have 1 dog allowed in limited areas.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Adirondack Bed & Breakfast Association
      • Professional Association of Innkeepers International
      • Select Registry

    Discounts available:
      AAA 
      Entertainment Discount 

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): John and Trudy Phillips
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • There are 2 dogs on the property

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, National/State parks, Nature area, Trails for hiking/skiing on site, Outlet Stores, River, Ski area

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Billiards, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, ice skating, snowmobiling within driving distance, Shopping, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Tennis courts, Whitewater Rafting

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    Contact Information


    The Friends Lake Inn Bed and Breakfast
    The Friends Lake Inn
    963 Friends Lake Road
    Chestertown NY 12817
    USA
    Phone: +1-518-494-4751
    Fax: +1-518-494-4616
    Innkeeper(s)
    John and Trudy Phillips
    Rates:
    $349 - $499
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    Our Wine Cellar features a private dining room for 8-14 guests. Prix Fis Menus offered from $65 per person. A room charge of $200 applies on weekends.
    This is on of our Adirondack Rooms; the "Great Room". It features a king-size bed with featherbed, stone fireplace, porch overlooking our garden and pond, steam shower, jaccuzzi tub, and a wet bar.  Lounge by the pool and enjoy the mountain air! The pool is open between the end of May and mid-October. The pool is located in our secluded backyard garden area, next to the pond and sauna.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Grand Spectator Wine Award
    • Wine Cellar
    • Gourmet food
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape
    • Weddings

    Type:
    • Country Inn

    Details:
    • Built in 1860
    • Restored / Remodeled in 1980
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available