Not a "Villa" - Expect Rustic…read more We rented the farmhouse, cabins, and bridal suite for a group of 18, expecting the advertised "luxury lakeside penthouse" experience with air conditioning. What we encountered was unacceptable from the moment we arrived. None of the rooms were clean and the buildings are not well maintained. Numerous light bulbs were burned out, the farmhouse freezer did not work, and some of the beds were so broken down that sleeping on the floor may have been more comfortable. No one showed up to check us in. The air conditioning was not working in the farmhouse or cabins, and it failed in the bridal suite the following day. The property was so unbearably hot that we had to spend our first night in a hotel. Two cabins had no electricity when we arrived, and the farmhouse later lost power as well. Even more concerning, my 85-year-old mother fell in a deteriorating shower that had no grab bar. This was not simply an inconvenience. It was a serious safety issue. We contacted the owner repeatedly and when he finally responded to our concerns, his answer was essentially, "Next time, stay somewhere else."

Cayuga Shoreline is awesome and the view! Gone are the old railings which opens up the deck to…read morefront row lake views. Although we didn't have food we did have a few of their adult beverage creations. The cocktail menu is creative without trying too hard. The drinks were delicious and well balanced. They also had a good selection of local wines. Sarah was incredibly attentive and a great server. Whether you're passing through or spending the weekend in the Finger Lakes, make this a must-stop. Ask for Sarah and let her guide you through their drink list--you won't be disappointed.

I organized a 2-day workshop for 26 people at this extraordinary event space, and I…read moreenthusiastically recommend it for weddings, parties, or workshops of any kind. The owners are visionaries who have taken an 1870's barn and renovated it into an upscale, environmentally conscious building with gorgeous stone work, massive fireplaces, and three floors, each with its own character. While everything is on a big scale, somehow the beauty enables intimacy and depth -- plus, the acoustics were great, which also made everything feel close and quiet. The location is not too far from Ithaca but it is set in a vast meadow and backs onto a state park, so it's quiet and lushly rural. Not only is the locale pretty, but the grounds are fantastic, with exquisite attention to every artistic detail. The plantings in the courtyard and terraces have a brightly colored, distinctive style that falls into a category of its own -- something like "a European garden with a tropical flare." Inside the barn, there are plants and artwork everywhere, in a quirky blend that somehow coheres into an experience of great beauty and delight. The building and grounds come together as a whole that radiates elegance. Although the effect is quite modern, the blend of old and new is really striking. They have thoughtfully left some rough touches that resonate nicely with the pervasive old wood and stone; for example, a massive beam that still sports an ancient birds nest. There is natural light everywhere. I was so enchanted that on the last evening I took about 30 photographs, because I didn't want to leave it all behind. Our presenter stayed overnight on the 3rd floor and was just as smitten. This was a really inviting place to do deep and thoughtful work; but it would serve equally well for a magical party space. I can't wait to return; and I suspect that each season has its particular pleasures there. (I am especially looking forward to a November workshop where I hope we can enjoy the radiant heat in the floors and a fire in one of the big stone fireplaces.)

Stunning. Must be seen. I'd recommend this place for any events. Big rooms, kitchen, great lawns,…read morebeautiful gardens and stonework.

Food and service were both great! I had the Greek salad with chicken and it was delicious!read more

This Country Club bar and grill is newly catered by Eleven Lakes Catering. We went for brunch on…read moreJune 11, 2023. We loved the Tomato Tartare which was a plate of burrata, tomatoes, eggplant and spices. Very delicious and an unusual offering. We also enjoyed the Benedict Florentine. The eggs were perfectly poached on a potato pancake! Also, very unique. The scones were a highlight, too. There is indoor and outdoor seating, service and staff were all great! This is a hidden gem. On your next brunch out, go!

What an amazing experience! Rachel went above and beyond in capturing my proposal to my fiancé. I…read morecan't say enough good things about my experience. Very kind, thoughtful, and also professional. If you are looking for someone to capture your special moments, look no further!

Rachel did a great job capturing the joy of our wedding! Very comfortable to work with, beautiful…read moreshots, great editing, fast & professional. She sent our photos with a very quick turnaround on a cute little wooden thumb drive, and she continues to send us mini calendars of her personal photography projects. My only note - maybe get a second set of eyes on the configuration of group shots. I don't think she has as much experience with that - we had some weird spacing in some of the family photos, but for us it kinda fit ;)

We had a large group of 30 for dinner. We over whelmed the staff a bit but who cares - the view…read more was awesome at sunset. I had the salmon and it was awesome. The wife had the seafood soup - again, a marvelous meal. We stayed until 8:30pm to catch the sunset. Amazing foods and consistent service. Highly recommend

Beautiful space, amazing view, friendly staff and service. All round lovely experience. Highly…read morerecommend!

AMAZING JOB! Showed up on time and set up quickly. Great pricing too! I asked for sides and they…read morewere able to accommodate me on the spot.

We had wonderful dinners this evening - all four courses were excellent. Terrific food and great…read moreservice. Really awesome meals that we greatly enjoyed. Thanks for a great evening!

Celebrated here last year for our anniversary! Best food we've had in a long time. Service was…read moreexcellent. Farm to Table ambiance is the best!

The photos are poor (not great pictures of kids and the backdrops are ridiculous). Four years of…read moremediocrity and high prices. They also make everyone's photos available on their site and we work to keep our kid's image off the internet. Would not recommend this service to any school.

It's my oldest son' s senior year and I knew I wanted to have his senior pics done here before he…read morestarted kindergarten, what I didn't know was how far beyond my expectations the session would be! Dana and Sam were so kind and accommodating and just as excited as I was. They listened to what we wanted and made sure we got all the poses and even a couple of smiles along with all the props we brought in a large tote and large backpack. Isaf-Merkur accepted our challenge and blew it away! Thank you for making this PERFECT!