About This Bed and Breakfast
The Idlwilde Inn located in Watkins Glen, New York sits majestically on a hill overlooking Seneca Lake. This historic 1892 Victorian mansion is perfectly positioned less than 5 minutes from Watkins Glen State Park and within walking distance to downtown. The property offers easy access to numerous wineries, breweries, and distilleries throughout the Finger Lakes region, making it an ideal base for exploring the area’s attractions.
Atmosphere
This bed and breakfast provides a warm and welcoming environment that combines historic charm with modern comfort. Visitors consistently praise the relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, with many highlighting the wrap-around porch as a favorite spot for enjoying lake views. The inn features multiple common areas filled with games, books, and puzzles, allowing guests to either socialize or find quiet spaces to themselves. The property maintains its Victorian-era character while offering a cozy, romantic setting that makes visitors feel at home.
Cleanliness
Guests frequently comment on the immaculate condition of the rooms and overall property. The beds receive high marks for comfort, with visitors specifically mentioning extremely comfortable mattresses and well-maintained linens. The rooms are described as spacious and tastefully decorated with antique furnishings that maintain the historic character of the home.
Breakfast
Breakfast is consistently praised as a highlight of the stay, served between 8:00 and 9:00 AM with early coffee available from 6:00 AM. People who visit this bed and breakfast rave about the daily changing menu, which includes specialties like stuffed French toast, quiche, and fresh baked goods. Visitors appreciate that breakfast can be enjoyed on the porch overlooking Seneca Lake. The innkeepers accommodate dietary restrictions when notified in advance, and guests consistently describe the breakfast offerings as “delicious,” “remarkable,” and “outstanding.”
