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VanCleef Homestead Bed and Breakfast

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  • Federal-style historic home, built by the first permanent settler of Seneca Falls, and later home to several prominent industrialists credited for the settlement and growth of this area.

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  • Inn Details

    Relax in the comfort of our 1825 Federal-style, historic home. Three spacious, beautifully decorated rooms, one suite, all with private baths. Large common room and porch for your use. Full family-style breakfast served daily. Swimming pool available June-Labor Day, weather permitting. Ideal for girls' weekend, romantic getaway, or good time with friends. Families welcome. Easy walking to restaurants, antiques, museums, Seneca-Cayuga Canal, Women's Rights attractions. Close to wineries, area lakes, hiking, cycling, kayaking, boating, NYS Thruway, Waterloo Premium Outlets, NY Chiropractic College, and Hobart & William Smith Colleges.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Historic home preservation and upkeep. Cooking; computers; gardening; meeting new and interesting people.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 1

    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Hairdryer

    • Ironing Board

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • Guest refrigerator in dining room

    • outdoor pool

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    Nightly Rate

    $115 - $160

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: after 4 p.m.    Check out: 11 a.m.

    • Minimum stay: 2-night stay required on "event" weekends or holidays

    • Deposit amount required: All reservations are held with a credit card. If paid by check, a 50% deposit is required.

    • Cancellations: A 7-day notice is required for cancellations, and a full refund issued. For cancellations less than 7-day notice, your credit card will be charged for the reservation. Early departure of a planned reservation is treated the same as a short-notice cancellation. All no-shows are charged in full.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: soft drinks, iced tea, lemonade & water available for guests

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Families with children are welcome

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8-9 a.m.

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Baked French Toast
    French Toast made with Amish homemade bread, baked with fresh fruit, such as blueberries, apples, or peaches. Our guests have told us we should find another name for this dish, as the term "French Toast" doesn't do it justice!

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Gluten free

    • Lactose free

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  • Location Type

    • Cayuga Lake

    • Central New York

    • Finger Lakes Region

    • Seneca Lake

    • Small town

    • Village

    • Wine country

    City

    • Rochester

    • Distance to city: 40 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the east, west or north, use NYS Interstate 90 (NYS Thruway), exit 41 (Waterloo). Upon exiting toll area, turn right onto Route 414 south. At the traffic light, turn left onto Rt. 318 east. Follow approximately 3 miles to intersection of Gravel Road/Nichols Corners. Turn right at Gravel Road and proceed approx. 3 miles to the village of Seneca Falls. At the stop sign intersecting with Rts. 5 & 20 (which is Cayuga Street), our B&B is directly across the street on your left. FROM THE SOUTH, use Route 414 to Seneca Falls. Go over the bridge and through the traffic light. This is Cayuga Street/Routes 5&20. Our B&B is 86 Cayuga Street, on the right side of the street.

    Airport

    • Syracuse, NY (SYR-Hancock Intl.) 35 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Rt. 81 south to NYS Interstate 90 (NYS Thruway). Follow Interstate 90 westward to Exit 41, Waterloo. Follow directions to property - above.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Syracuse/Rochester/Ithaca

    • Watkins Glen Race Track

    • Sampson Naval Museum

    • Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

    • Finger Lakes Wine Trails

    • Women's Rights Attractions

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    Great Place To Stay!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We were very comfortable staying at the VanCleef. The host, Carol, provided a clean, well decorated comfortable place to stay and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Very accommodating and flixible.

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    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    We had a wonderful stay at the VanCleef homestead, wish it was longer. Carol even had a birthday cake for our daughter when we arrived.

    Meagen, PA

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    Great place to stay! Has a calm, comfortable, and intimate atmosphere. I would go back! Didn't eat there so I can't give a rating on the food, but the coffee was great.

    Van Cleefe

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    House was clean and comfortable, food was great. A fabulous place to stay.

    Columbus Day Weekend

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Our stay at Van Cleef Homestead B & B was great. The rooms were comfortable with nice extras that were unexpected (chocolates and ice water in the room). The breakfast which was served family style was delicious and more food than we expected. The dining room was available to guests 24/7 with water for hot and cold beverages and snacks and there was a small refrigerator available for guest use. The location was convenient to the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. A great value for the price. We would definitely stay again.

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