Van Voast House Bed and Breakfast

1353 Union Street
Schenectady New York 12308
USA

http://www.bandbreservations.com/BandB_Van-Voast-House.asp

Phone: +1-518-393-1634
Cellular: +1-518-370-4948

General Information

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. Walk to the Voice Coaches studio.
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.
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.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 2 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 85.00 and $ 95.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 115.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
  • Other Accommodations: 2 rooms with full hall bath
    An additional room can be suited to accommodate family or friends traveling together. The travelers would share a full hall bath. Suite for up to 4 people is priced @175.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • Desk
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Turndown Service
On Site
  • Copier
  • Fireplace
  • Internet Service

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: Flexible
  • Breakfast is served in the Garden Porch, Dining Room
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Chocolate Chip Cookies, Afternoon tea, Non-alcoholic beverage
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is 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.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (College weekends)
  • Smoking is not allowed
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying (Over 10)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is not permitted
  • Deposit amount required (50% deposit is required with 5 days of booking College special events are payable in full and non cancellable)
  • Check in time is Flexible and Check out time is 12 noon
  • 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 is also an option
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • American Country Collection of B&Bs Reservation Service
    • Empire State Bed & Breakfast Association
    • Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:
  Weekly rates Available during off season 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Bicycle secure storage
  • Off street parking
  • Antiques/decor
  • Economical rates
  • Gourmet food
Establishment Type
  • Country Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Arts and Crafts
  • Built in 1924
  • Opened for business in 1992
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1991
  • Parking available (Off street)

Location

  • Geographic region: Capital Region
  • Location is best described as: Airport, City
  • Nearest major city: Albany, NY (8 miles East)
  • Directions to property:
    Map supplied with brochure
  • Nearest major airport: ALB 8 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    North on Albany Shaker Road to a left on Route 7, 5 miles to Union St.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport
    • Bus
    • Train

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Carol Matos
  • The innkeepers speak: English

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

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Tennis courts