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Aunt Louise's Lake House Bed and Breakfast

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  • Inn Details

    With a premium location overlooking Skaneateles Lake, Aunt Louise's Lake House provides a relaxing get-away. Lake view porches and parklike lawns are waiting for you. Step inside this romantic inn and be embraced by the elegance and charm of the post and beam 1840 home. Come and enjoy the original wooden floors, a beautiful oversized fireplace, a vintage footed tub and other reminders of yesteryear. After a night of sweet dreams in one of the romantic bedrooms, wake up to the aroma of breakfast being prepared; perhaps coddled eggs, an artichoke quiche or creme Brule French toast. Savor another cup of coffee on the patio as you are surrounded by colorful flower gardens. Views of Skaneateles Lake are a special delight. Take a relaxing 3 1/2 mile drive along the lake to the tree lined streets of the village. Stroll along the brick walks for shopping and dining in this quaint beautifully preserved community.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Dale and Louise have enjoyed sharing their home with friends for many years. Now it's a special delight to welcome new friends to their home overlooking the lake. Dale loves sailing his Flying Scot on Skaneateles Lake. An active member of Skaneateles Garden Club, Louise takes pleasure in caring for the inn's beautiful flower gardens.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Lake views

    • Park like setting

    • Plenty of parking

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • In-room internet

    • Hairdryer

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Videos

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  • Sunrise Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $90/$120

    Treetops

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $115/$145

    Lake View Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $125/$160

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 PM    Check out: 11 AM

    • Minimum stay: On holiday weekends and from May - Oct. a 2 night minimum on weekends

    • Deposit amount required: A deposit of one night's lodging required

    • Cancellations: Deposits are refundable if a room is canceld 10 days prior to scheduled arrival. Deposits will be refunded on a prorated basis of 10% forfeiture per day for cancelations received in less than 10 days from the dates reserved. There is a $10 fee for cancelations.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: In some instances infants and young children are welcome.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Multiple Day Discount
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 4

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Gourmet

    • Time Served: 8-9:30 AM

    • Serving location: Dining Room, Patio with a Lake View

    Complimentary Perks

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Coddled Eggs
    Beautiful to look at and delicious to eat. The eggs are prepared and served in vintage English coddlers. The eggs are similar to poached eggs, but more delicatly cooked and more delectable to eat. They are made more perfect when served with toasted English muffins. After this breakfast, guests are on a mission to nearby antique shops hoping to buy egg coddlers to take home.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • favorite beverage with cookies in PM

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  • Location Type

    • 15 minutes to Bass Pro

    • 30 minutes to Syracuse University

    • 35 minutes to SUNY Cortland

    • 45 minutes to Wells College

    • 55 minutes to Cornell University

    • Overlooking Lake

    • Airport

    • Countryside

    • Lakeside

    • Small town

    • Village

    • Wine country

    City

    • Syracuse

    • Distance to city: 22 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Coming on I 81 South from Syracuse: Exit from I 81. Follow signs for I 690 West. Take exit #6 (Auburn/Rt.5). I 690 merges with I 695. Follow I 695 until it ends at Rt. 5. Turn right on Rt. 5 West, then go to the second traffic light. Turn left to Rt. 321 South. Travel 7 miles to downtown Skaneateles. Rt. 321 ends at Rt. 20. Turn left at light to Rt. 20. Go to the next traffic light and turn right to Rt. 41 South. Follow Skaneateles Lake going exactly 4 miles. Aunt Louise’s Lake House is on the left with a lighted sign on the front lawn and a post and rail fence at the foot of the driveway.

    Airport

    • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) 33 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the Airport,follow signs for I 81. Take I 81 South; follow the signs to I 690 West. Take exit #6 towards Auburn(RT.5). I 690 West will merge into I 695 West. Follow I 695 West until it ends at Route 5. Turn right onto Route 5 West. At the second traffic light take a left on to Route 321 South. Travel about 7 miles to downtown Skaneateles. At the traffic light take a left onto Route 20 East. Go to the top of the hill, at that traffic light turn right on to Route 41 South. Go exactly 4 miles; Aunt Louise's Lake House will be on your left. There's a lighted sign on the lawn and a post and rail fence at the foot of the driveway.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Syracuse University Athletic Dome

    • Swimming and Ice Skating at local rec. center

    • Mac-Kenzie Childs Shop and Tour

    • Bass Pro

    • Turning Stone Casino

    • Erie Canal Cruises and Museum

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • leaf peeping

    • wine tasting

    • scuba diving

    • baseball

    • ice skating

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    Loved it!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Dale and Louise were perfect hosts, made us feel most comfortable, and served the most wonderful breakfasts we've ever had. Particularly loved the baked pears drizzled in raspberry sauce and the coddled eggs. They also lit a fire in the fireplace for us each day, which made it especiallyu cozy. Doug & Myrna Harris Swedesboro, NJ

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    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    From the moment you enter this warm and friendly b&b, you feel immediate relaxation and serenity. Dale and Louise are impeccable hosts, and provide a place where you don't want to leave..The breakfast was outstanding!!! The village of Skaneateles is an inviting unforgettable place that makes you want to visit time and time again. We will definetlyreturn. Mary Ann and Joe

    Aunt Louise's a Lovely Getaway

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    You definitely won't walk away hungry. The innkeepers served very generous portions, and quality of the breakfast was top-notch. They were very accommodating to special dietary needs. Although the rooms weren't particularly memorable, they were comfortable. Make sure to bring your own toiletries. Only soap was provided for guests. We liked the location. The views of the lake were magnificent, and the drive into town was scenic.

    Excellent

    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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    We really enjoyed our stay at Aunt Louise's. Dale and Louise were charming and run a delightful establishment. The location and the village of Skaneateles are lovely and we would love to have spent more time there.

    Wonderful Get-away

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We arrived late due to both of our schedules, but our hosts were gracious and inviting. The room was immaculate and cozy. Breakfast was wonderful and again, our hosts were warm and felt like family. We are planning to visit again next week. I really enjoyed our stay. Chad and D-D

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