It’s the perfect time to visit New York’s Finger Lakes. The days are warm and the nights are crisp. On the weekends in October enjoy chairlift rides at Bristol Mountain, our local ski mountain just down the road from the 1795 Acorn Inn, and view the foliage from above. Bring along a picnic basket, a bottle of wine and a blanket. Find a secluded spot off the beaten path and enjoy a romantic escape. Take a leisurely drive among the vineyards and taste wine.  Or, walk among the apple orchards and pick a variety of juicy, crisp New York apples.  There’s plenty to do and see.

The weekends fill up quickly so book now and get the weekend of your choice. Or, visit during the week and take advantage of our best multiple weeknight rates.

2010 Western & Central New York AAA Four Diamond Award Recipients

Only 3.5% of over 58,000 AAA-rated lodgings and restaurants are awarded the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award making them truly among the hospitality elite in North America.

Four Diamond properties are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail.

Establishments are rated when tourism editors visit lodgings and conduct unannounced evaluations – scrutinizing such areas as cleanliness, ambiance, amenities and service.  Once an establishment has earned their Award, besides visiting annually, editors will make a reservation  and spend a night every few years to ensure standards remain high and keep us on our toes.

Just in case you are wondering… your Innkeeper (1795 Acorn Inn) is positioned in the lower left corner of the photo.

Full Moon

No doubt this moon created a stunning sight throughout Upstate New York’s Finger Lakes.  Recently taken from the parking lot of the 1795 Acorn Inn, the full moon lit up the sky and illuminated the rolling hills of Bristol.

In order to share the ever changing landscape of the Finger Lakes, I will periodically post photos that I’ve taken while exploring the area.  I absolutely love taking a road less traveled with camera close by and documenting the ever changing seasons.

Don’t forget, our Free Night Package expires at the end of April. So, take advantage of it over the next few weekends.  There are still a few rooms left, but with this gorgeous weather, they will probably book up fast.

We so enjoy seeing our guests well fed that we’ve partnered with the Brown Hound Bistro to create special Upstate New York getaways. No need to go out for dinner after a full day of exploring the Finger Lakes region. Chefs from the Brown Hound Bistro will serve you a four course meal right here at our Upstate New York bed and breakfast.

You’ll start with warm, creamy baked brie, then cleanse your palate with a winter salad. For your entrée, make the difficult choice between Bistro Duck, Incredible Wellington, or Browndog Yellowfin. For dessert, indulge Crème Brûlée or Chocolate Orange Lava Cake.

Savor each mouthful, and linger after the meal. After all, you are in your home away from home, and need only make your way to your room whenever you are finished.

There are two more Brown Hound Bistro dinners at our Upstate NY bed and breakfast: this Saturday, March 20 (be spontaneous!) and Saturday, April 17. We’ll save you a seat.

Dine in tonight

We have two more dinners coming up. Make sure to book those in advance so that we can accommodate you.

Wouldn't it be nice to eat dinner in?

Often Guests visiting the Finger Lakes area ask if there is a restaurant at the Inn.  Especially during this chilly time of year when people like to stay in after a thrilling day of skiing or a full day of wine tasting. Unfortunately we just don’t have the facilities to serve dinner on a regular basis at this cozy little Bed and Breakfast. But, we are offering something pretty spectacular this winter on a few specific dates.  The Brown Hound Bistro, a favorite local restaurant, will be serving a four-course dinner at the Inn.  This gourmet feast will be enjoyed with new friends in the comfort and warmth of the Inn’s Dining Room. Visit our Packages page for dates for these special events, dinner options, pricing and more information.  This is a unique opportunity not to be missed.  The 1795 Acorn Inn and the Brown Hound Bistro look forward to serving you.

Geneva is about thirty minutes from our bed and breakfast New York, making an evening at the Opera House realistic and attainable. Those of you who pride yourselves on enjoying all styles of music will be intrigued by the line-up for January 22 and 23.

Friday night the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra will perform at 8:15 pm. With Christopher Seaman conducting and Adina Aaron the Soprano singing, it is guaranteed to be a spectacular evening.

Gandalf Murphy & the Slambovian Circus of Dreams will take the stage the following night, on January 23. Originating in Sleepy Hollow, NY, they are now well-known and well-loved throughout the state. They have referred to their music as “punk-classical-hillbilly-Floyd.” Whatever they are, they are sure to delight their listeners, and captivate the audience with their enchanting performance.

There are many excellent restaurants near our bed and breakfast New York, so enjoy an early dinner or a light meal after the show. In the morning, relax in bed until it is time for a delicious breakfast served by candlelight.

Explore the region by day, visiting wineries or perhaps donning snowshoes or skis for an hour or two. Upstate New York Getaways are ideal because they offer a wide array of outdoor activities, but also top-notch dining and art. Plan your weekend away now.

An example of the bounty of Upstate New York

On the other side of the lake from our bed and breakfast New York is the Wilhelmus Estate Winery. The Winery is new but the recipes for the wine are from the “old world”. Wilhelmus Kuenen, a Dutch immigrant, brought his family to the States when his son Boud was 7 years old. Wilhelmus started making wine in 1958. He became a very serious wine maker after his retirement in the 1970’s, winning awards across the Northeast. Boud and Karen Kuenen opened the winery in 2007 and named the winery in memory of Boud’s father, the original Vintner.

Give them a call (585) 394-2860 to find out when they will be giving wine tastings.

At Sonnenberg Garden and Mansion State Historic Park, you will find the Finger Lakes wine center. On most days you can taste between 10-15 different wines that rotate through their tasting bar. They have over 40 wines from partner vintners and delicious gourmet food selections. In downtown Canandaigua, they are only about 12 miles from our Finger Lakes Inn. All of their tasting selections are made with New York grapes, and they have several private label wines offered by Sonnenberg directly. Their tasting room hours change throughout the year, so make sure to give them a call before heading over: (585) 394-9016.

Exploring the natural bounty of our region is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. If you have more questions about wine tours and Finger Lakes wineries, please don’t hesitate to contact our Upstate New York bed and breakfast.

There will be beer pairings, including the sure-to-be-delicious “Sausage, Cabbage & Beer” class from 6 to 8:30 pm. It’s a great weekend to be a beer drinker at our Upstate New York Bed and Breakfast.

This weekend is the also the beginning of the Kitchen Quick Takes, a basic class on culinary techniques that will help you impress in the kitchen. The classes are small, with only 16 people, and include a local wine paring. This weekend they will be using fresh ingredients from the Farm Market. On Halloween there is a tempting class on Gnocchi, one of my favorites!

We hope to see you at our New York Inn soon. Come for the lake and stay for the beer!

Barn Suite

Standard Rate $275… discounted for this Friday only to $250.