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Van Voast House Bed and Breakfast
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  • Inn Details

    The Van Voast House Bed and Breakfast is located in the heart of historic Schenectady. The Arts and Crafts styled home was built during the hayday of the city's industrial prominence on Doctor's Row. Union College is less than one mile and this is the closest B&B to the Albany Airport. The Bed and Breakfast guest rooms are large, with antique furnishings, private baths and A/C. The decor is traditional with coordinated faux paint finishes and wallpapers. Wi-Fi available Guests are encouraged to enjoy theBed and Breakfast's large comfortable common room with fireplace or relax on the two person porch swing. Full gourmet breakfast is served in the large dinning room or on the garden porch in season. While in the area guests can bike on the Erie Canal Bikeway Trail, stroll the rose garden in Central Park, or take in a broadway show at the restored 1920's Proctor's Theater. Saratoga Springs is a short drive in the foothills of the great Adirondack Mountains. Schenectady is also very convenient to Cooperstown and the Berkshires of Western MASS. PLEASE CALL FOR AVAILABILITY 518-370-4948

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Bicycle secure storage

    • Off street parking

    • Antiques/decor

    • Economical rates

    • Gourmet food

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • TV

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Copier

    • Fireplace

    • Telephone

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    Nightly Rate

    $85 - $115

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: Flexible    Check out: 11am-12 noon

    • Minimum stay: College weekends; most summer weekends

    • Deposit amount required: 50% deposit is required with 5 days of booking College special events are payable in full and non cancellable

    • Cancellations: Two weeks prior for refund of deposit less $25.00 service fee (excludes college weekends) Less than two weeks deposit refunded if room is rebooked Credit for future stay if room is not rebooked

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: No

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Over 10

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Discounts during off season for stays over 4 days

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: Flexible

    • Serving location: Garden Porch, Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Van Voast Toast
    Toast topped with sliced ham,and fresh asparagus spears. Egg whites are whipped into soft peaks then folded into beaten egg yolks. Cheddar cheese and New Orlean's seasonings are also added to the mixture which tops the ham and asparagus. The "Toast" is baked and served with roasted red peppers.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Chocolate Chip Cookies

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  • Location Type

    • Airport

    • City

    City

    • Albany

    • Distance to city: 8 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Directions on Website and is also supplied with confirmation

    Airport

    • Albany, NY (ALB-Albany County) 8 miles

    • Directions to property:
      North on Albany Shaker Road to a left on Route 7, 5 miles to Union St.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Saratoga Springs

    • Union College

    • National Registry of Historic Places (4 areas)

    • Schenectady Co Historical Society

    • Industrial History of GE & ALCO @Museum

    • State Capital @Albany

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

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    Family of Three

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My husband was invited to speak at Union College. We were in town to visit some old friends. Ms. Carol (the innkeeper) made our stay memorable by preparing the most delicious breakfasts. She was also kind enough to share her "dutch babies" recipe. The Van Voast House B&B is very clean and quaintly decorated.

    Maine travelers

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    Carol is friendly, professional, and interesting to talk to, especially about the history of Schenectady! Delicious breakfast. Comfortable beds. Lovely decor. GREAT value!

    One of Schenectady's treasures

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    Carol is a warm and attentive hostess. Our room was quiet, very clean and comfortable. Carol provided us with delicious breakfasts full of special touches. We were very pleased and the Van Voast House is very worthy of a repeat visit. Paulette Stoddard and Noel Mzese

    Your home away from home

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    High marks to Carol for a beautiful home and friendly and attentive service. Great breakfasts and good conversation. Who could ask for more?

    Van Voast House Bed and Breakfast

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    Carol was very accommodating, pleasant, and the room was very nice.

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