I'd give it 4.5* but they won't let me... . An interesting mix of cabins (chalets?), and rooms they all share an awesome view of Seneca Lake. Immaculately clean with the necessities, this is a great stop. Rustic without the inconvenience, it suits families or a romantic getaway. Highly recommended. read more

Needed lunch after sailing on Seneca. This is a great spot, with indoor and outdoor seating and a very creative and expertly crafted menu. I went with the scallops, and my wife had the strawberry soup (yes!) and a steak sandwich. Everything was amazing. We finished by sharing the strawberry bread pudding. Again, amazing. Really, really great food, plus they have some draft beer and summery cocktails. Oh, and lest I forget, they are super dog friendly. Here's a few pictures of the front entryway. read more

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Stayed there recently for a weekend out of town. Gorgeous property, the room was clean and seemed very new, staff was friendly and helpful, and the onsite food was REALLY good. Also, Rocky the dog is wonderful. read more

I love this place! Totally my kind of aesthetic. It's located so close to Watkins Glen State Park, too. The grounds are stunning with a great lookout onto Lake Seneca. Spend half a day exploring the grounds and you'll be pleasantly surprised. There are trails and waterfalls that you can explore. If you're lucky their dog Rocky will tag along! He's honestly the best part. They also have nightly campfires, which are amazing. The guest lounge has a telescope to look across the lake as well. Honestly, there are just too many good things to say and I'll gladly visit again. The attached bistro is also an excellent time with the same beautiful views. I'd recommend outdoor seating if the weather is nice. Rocky has a dog house and treats in there. I've only tried breakfast and dessert. Their waffleini and stuffed french toast are delicious. Coffee & tea are complimentary. The peanut butter cups looks great, but they taste a bit odd. Also, one morning a number of their coffee cups were still stained... read more

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This is a great place to have a great meal. They have terrific views from the deck and from the inside through the large windows facing Seneca Lake. The staff is super friendly and I haven't had a meal--breakfast, lunch, or dinner that I didn't love. read more

Excellent experience! We had breakfast and dinner twice and all the food was exceptional. The bacon was thick cut and delicious. Loved the chicken piccata and also the burger with bacon jam was our favorite. Don't even get me started on the loaded fries. So flavorful. Highly recommend! read more

What a gem! This was the only 2 days I could get away, and I picked the perfect place. Not only did they let me bring my dog, but everything was a 5*. The food, walking trails, a beautiful view, our room was VERY clean and last but not least, the staff made me feel like I've been friends with them for years. Mandy was my favorite. You are a fantastic host girl! Thank you for a beautiful getaway!!! I will see you again! read more

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We stayed here 5 years ago so we decided to pick one of the Creek cabins. But what a difference 5 years make. Food was great. Very convenient to have a bistro in the location. We had dinner (which is more like tapas) and breakfast. Everything was cooked to order, fresh and delicious. The property is beautiful. Wake up early and enjoy the amazing sunrise. Nice staff. Clean cabin. My only negative is that the Creek cabins are rustic but the furniture came straight from the '90s so it takes away from that rustic feel. Other than that, a great stay. read more

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We stayed in a beautiful 2 bedroom cabin overlooking the lake. Very comfortable and convenient to Watkins Glen. Wonderful view of the lake. The bistro food is excellent and the kids loved the breakfast in particular. Would definitely stay here again. read more

My stay at cabin #36 was very much a home away from home. I would buy this cabin if it were for sale. The following are all the POSITIVES: - location to all our destinations ~ Corning Museum of Glass Farm Sanctuary Watkins Glen International Raceway - Every attention was paid to the necessities of your stay - logs provided free of charge for your bonfire 2 firepits on property - continental breakfast free ~ hot breakfast available to purchase in their bistro restaurant - friendly staff - the view - PET FRIENDLY (huge open area to run free till their doggie hearts are full of happiness) NEGATIVES: just ONE ~ creaky bed (just don't move :) read more

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What a great stay!! We arrived early, and since our room was ready, we could check in right away. We stayed 2 nights in a two-bedroom Lakeview cabin, and it was perfect. The cabins are modern and cozy with a huge window looking out at the lake and surrounding hills...absolutely beautiful. The place was well stocked with dishes and supplies. The front patio with timber chairs were used a lot, and we saw so many birds and a few deer in the meadow. The resident chocolate lab, Rocky, was the perfect ambassador, and everyone was really friendly. We hope to come back! read more

Lakeside Resort - So many places to hike nearby including Buttermilk Falls. - Resorts Near Me - Watkins Glen, New York

Great place to stay! Great views! Awesome food, beverages and staff! (And a chocolate lab named Rocky was a bonus) read more

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We had a great time. The cabins were beautiful . Great space very clean and cozy. The views were gorgeous. Food was delicious. The owners and employees were so attentive . We loved Rocky their beautiful brown Labrador. I miss himWe have no complaints. Can't wait to get back there thank u for a beautiful weekend Paul Rasmus Maureen Negron read more

My husband surprised me with a trip for our anniversary. The view from the lawn/fire pit is lovely. The staff is very friendly. The rest of the place is...interesting. The good: views, fire pit, continental breakfast, grills available, nice landscaping, clean room, comfy beds, microwave and small fridge in the room. The not-so-good: The "cabin" we stayed in was actually attached to another one, making me think that hubs was WAY overcharged for the room we had. The toilet is ridiculously low and ran at all hours of the night (but there's no phone in the room, so no way to let anyone know unless you can find a staff member), the shade on the skylight was broken, letting in an insane amount of morning sunlight. Parking was a chore. The amusing: 80's cream deco furniture and a tube TV. Not sure we'll stay again, but the place was pretty well-maintained overall. read more

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What a gem! Lakeside resort is extremely dog friendly. Beautiful views and the staff are so friendly. Parking wasn't an issue with a trailer as they have a lot of space. We stayed in cabin 15 which was perfect, comfortable and affordable. The bistro is phenomenal. We had drinks, dinner and breakfast- small menu, but one where it's hard to choose as everything looks (and was) so good. Highly recommend! read more

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Dog friendly alert. This place isn't just dog friendly- they love dogs and it absolutely shows in all of the pet accommodations. When we arrived it was easy to locate the check-in area and I love that they had packed parking. The check-in area is located inside the restaurant which is why you have to leave your pet outside the door. There are so many toys for dogs to play with and a very sturdy leash attached to the wall to keep your pet in place. It's also super cute. Unfortunately, my dog has severe separation anxiety and was going a little crazy with his screaming from the pet parking area. The woman who helped me get my code to my room and showed me a map of the property as well as going over what the restaurant has to offer came out and met me with Truman so that he could feel calm. It was easy to locate our room and we loved the view. We were just doing one night so we opted to stay in the smallest room (to save money) which was perfect. Upon entering the room there was a Pet Pak on the bed. The Pet Pak included sheets to put over the comforter to protect it, treats, a doggy poop bag, and a water bowl. We were so excited to go on explore the trails that we didn't stay in the room for long. There are so many trails to walk with so much beautiful scenery. There is a great view of the lake and even a waterfall. There is an amazing spot near the creek that you have to see to believe. The hiking trails are well-maintained and worth the trip just to experience that part of the resort. I definitely want to plan a trip to come back and stay longer so that I can really explore the area. The staff is so amazing everyone was so great with Truman and even though they were all swamped they all made time to greet their guests. Right before we headed out the next day we finally got to meet Rocky the dog concierge. Rocky is a very sweet boy and I'm so glad that he and Truman got to meet briefly. Staying here is one of the best experiences that I've had while traveling with my dog. For anyone that he's leaving their four-legged friends at home I highly recommend this place. Make sure that you call and book in advance because they are a popular resort to stay out in the area. read more

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My friend and I just went there on Labor Day and stayed there for a night. Staffs were nice and friendly. Our room was so comfortable and had enough space for 2 people. The view is so fantastic! If you are an early bird, waking up in the morning to see sunrise is definitely worth for your time. They have a fire pit, but we didn't try that. They also have a lot of space for dogs to run and greens to explore. We will definitely come back when we have a chance. Love it! read more

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When we walked in we were a little anxious. We were the only ones there! But a nice greeting made us comfortable. Then we checked the "tapas" style menu and found it to our liking. We are quite glad we stayed, nice outside seating with beautiful vista to lake, very good service and great food! All custom made, even cut fresh herbs from their elevated gardens for our selections. Considering a longer stay in those nice on-property cabins! read more

My extended family (11 of us) enjoyed a wonderful breakfast, lunch and dinner at the Bistro - food was amazing. Best Chix Piccata I've had in my life! Other notables were grouper, steak sandwich. Anyway, wait staff were super friendly and attentive. Cabins clean and modern. Grounds VERY dog friendly and lots of nice touches. Total 5 out of 5 stay. Also very affordable. Thank you Lakeside team for a memorable stay!!! read more

Someone in our group tested positive for Covid on the day we were supposed to be staying here. Instead of working with us to reschedule our stay the manager cancelled our reservation with zero refund due to our "irresponsibility". It was an emergency situation. They kept $400 in exchange for nothing but they have definitely lost out on our repeat business read more

This stay makes me giggle every time I think about our experience here. It was totally strange but when I really think about it, the stay wasn't as bad as we thought it would be. We were visiting Seneca Lake and went to several wineries starting in Geneva and worked our way down the lake to Watkins Glen. We thought about staying in a hotel, but when these "resorts" came up in a pamphlet given to us by the Hampton Inn in Geneva, we thought we would give it a go. We were told they were lakeside as it says in the same and to be up front, they are not lakeside by any means, but stay tuned. So we called the number and reached a gentleman who was very sweet and eager to have us come stay the night. The Yelp address for this place is incorrect so if you're using your GPS to get to the address listed here it will take you too far into Watkins Glen. Double check the address with google or speak with the owner about how to get here. When we arrived, it felt like we were at a motel kind of because there was no lobby or anything just a little area to meet the owner and get the keys. The place is definitely outdated. I felt like i was in an 80's movie, which we tried to find the humor in instead of getting upset about. One lakeside resort was $100 for the night, which we thought was overpriced considering the lack of amenities and such but it was what it was. We were the only people there, literally the only ones. Parking was a little odd, there didn't seem to be enough spots for the resorts available. So onto the "resorts" which I am going to refer to as little cabins, because that's what they were. They each had a porch with a bench outside, no smoking inside, which we appreciated. The owner escorted us to a cabin and when he opened the door we had to laugh because of the decor, I mean straight from the 80's. Floral curtains, floral duvet covers, wooden mismatched furniture, but we did not care because the place was CLEAN and smelled fine and that's really all we could ask for. There were two queen sized beds, a full length mirror with a sink in the bedroom area, which we thought was so odd but we actually utilized it so much throughout our stay! There was a soap dispenser for both this sink and the one in the bathroom and the shower had shampoo and conditioner in a dispenser as well. There was a closet, a mini refrigerator a TUBE TV, which we got a kick out of, which was set in a little armoire. There was a nightstand, with a surge protector for additional outlets, little circular table and a bathroom, which was very small but functional. The beds are VERY firm, I mean probably the most firm bed I've ever slept on, which is not for me. The pillows had definitely seen better days as it felt like the insides were maybe separating some. I was a big fan of the sheets and velvet like blanket and there was an extra quilt in the closet if we got cold. The TV had cable and there was wireless internet as well. So it may seem like what I'm writing constitutes more of a 3-star review instead of 4, but the owner was so hospitable and accommodating to our requests. The morning we were to check out by 11, we wanted to go to Watkins Glen to hike but the weather was absolutely horrid, down pouring rain and we had planned to do the vineyards and distilleries on the other side of the lake that day. I knew after hiking for three hours I would want to come back and shower before heading to the wineries. I asked the owner if he would extend our check out time an hour so that we could come back and shower after the hike. He allowed us to do so and it made our day. The place advertises a continental breakfast. I'll leave it up to you to determine what a continental breakfast is but this one was hilarious but adorable at the same time. The owner had a pot of coffee brewed and ready for us when we woke up. He had a fridge with bread, mini bagels, cream cheese, butter, milk and orange juice. He had peanut butter and jelly spread out and hardboiled eggs. It was definitely a simple, small breakfast but it was still nice. The room that the breakfast was in has an awesome view of the lake, very bright and airy. As funny and unique as our stay was, I would recommend it to others. read more

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Nice addition to the west side of Seneca Lake. We just stopped for lunch, not as resort guests, but the new lodging looks very cool. We enjoyed the three "bites" we tried: the Polynesian-style pork taco, the seafood hotdog, & the strawberry shortcake. All were fresh and tasty. Pretty view of the lake and a perfect impromptu lunch for two. read more

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I wish I could give Lakeside Resorts 100+ stars! This was such a beautiful, charming and friendly place. I would recommend this place to everyone I know! We stayed in one of the lake view cabins. It was immaculate and even smelled great. We loved everything from the outdoor Adirondacks on the patio overlooking the lake to the well stocked kitchen and comfortable beds and cool bathroom. The views were amazing. I loved having my morning coffee outside looking at the lake. Our dog enjoyed the huge outdoor space and we loved the visits and daily sightings of the friendly resident chocolate lab. We ate dinner at the bistro, roasted marshmallows on the bonfire, explored the creek and visited with the other very friendly guests. Everyone seemed so happy to be staying in such a pleasant place. Lakeside Resort was a highlight of our vacation. We plan to return and to recommend to all of our friends! read more

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We just had dinner for 4 for the first time and it was delicious. We tried the Salmon and Chicken Picatta. Very pleased with the delicious food so fresh . read more

Really cute and clean with lake view. They are expanding and adding more rooms and a restaurant too. Pet friendly! read more

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This is a new digs for us , we have been partaking of the Glen festival for 20 years. We found a new home for it . Clean ,close to town . Great sun rise! Better breakfast!! Plus lunch but what there's more dinner and a bar ! Chef Jessie you rock . The restaurant staff also rocks . Book early! I'm book for next year race . Hahaha Jon read more

Went for dinner on a Saturday night. Food was excellent, pleasantly surprised as this was our first time at this bistro. Thick steaks cooked to perfection, sweet scallops were a bonus flavor. Quiet, casual atmosphere with a great view. The petite crème brûlée and frosted cranberry cheesecake topped off a great dining experience. Will need to return to taste more of the menu. read more

Great spot to stay while visiting Seneca Lake, Watkins Glen and the many wonderful wineries. The little cabins are spacious, clean and private. The Bistro is so convenient, great food, service and priced well. The crew was friendly, helpful and accommodating. We loved sitting out by the fire pit facing the beautiful lake in the evening. Great spot! read more

Bistro 3812 is a delightful place to eat. We stopped for lunch and were able to eat outside on the porch. Looking at the lake. The food is delicious. We had a grilled cranberry cheese and turkey bacon sandwich on homemade bread, absolutely delicious! And a turkey pot pie with puff pastry. Another super delicious choice. We have been in the area for 3 nights and Bistro 3812 was our favorite, hands down. The owner/chef told us the menu changes weekly as he gets his produce, meats etc from local farms and develops the menu around his finds. Highly recommend. If I could give 5+ stars for food, atmosphere, service and friendliness of staff, I would. We will definitely stop by the next time we are in town. read more

You must stay at this place if you are visiting the Finger Lakes! We stayed in one of their little cabins. Everything on the inside was so clean and pristine. It had a little stove top if you want to cook your own meals. The view outside of the lake was spectacular. I could just stay there and stare at the scenery all day. Food was wonderful. If you wanted to make new friends you could go to the campfire at night. Workers were friendly and kind. I will definitely be back! read more

A great spot to stay in while we were touring the wineries and waterfalls. Centrally located for all of that. Nothing fancy at all, but clean, inexpensive, and a nice view of the lake. Beautiful lawn you can walk down to see the lake closer, and a firepit at night. Recommended. read more

It was mine and my girlfriend's 1st time we stayed we had cabin 14, the cabin was immaculate very clean and beautiful. Lake side resort is definitely one of the gems of Watkins Glen on route 14 which is a few minutes the town and a nice trip through the wine trail, it is amazing trip and a amazing resort. read more

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Unique. Clean. Newish. Good location. Bonfire until 10 p.m. each night - nice. Decent breakfast. Friendly staff. Pretty basic.

Chef Jessie was amazing! He told us the history of the venue along with all the perks Breakfast was killer!! That bacon is no joke and for the price for 2 breakfasts & the scenery for only 14.00 is a steal.. I really hope our next trip we are able to book one of the cabins... they look so peaceful The land is great for dogs .. we let our hunting dog run around for a few minutes and the main lodge looked like a great hang out.. fire place.. outdoor seating.... good small menu ... friendly staff not much more you can ask for Happy that we found this place driving through Watkins Glenn looking for a quick bite that we could bring our pup ! read more

We stay in cabin #15 and it was very cold! There was one free standing space heater in the cabin and it could not keep up. We turned the heater up to the highest setting and the room temperature was about 60 degrees in the morning. The fire pit for the evening was a very nice touch! Made the evening enjoyable socializing with the other guest. The exterior could use additional lighting on the paths to make walking easier. The staff was very pleasant. read more

My husband and I took an impromptu trip from the Philadelphia suburbs to visit Watkins Glen and Woodstock area. We didn't have reservations and took a chance on Lakeside. What a wonderful resort. The manager Mandy is amazing. We were only there for two nights but we were treated as though we were at home. She remembered our names every time we were in the dining area or on the grounds , she is also very knowledgeable about local sights. Mandy really took the guesswork out and was spot on with every recommendation. The rooms are lovely and Impeccably clean. The bistro serves delicious fresh food and the service is wonderful. We will highly recommend Lakeside to all we know traveling in that area Do not miss this gem! read more

Stopped in for breakfast. Small menu, but food was yummy. Very dog friendly place. This review wouldn't be complete without a mention of the bartender Cat. We were having car trouble and I asked her for the name of a reputable auto repair business. She told me she had just gone a mechanic near her home, about 25 minutes away. She went out of her way to look up the exact address and phone number on the computer at the reception area. This really put my mind at ease if I did need to repair my car. read more

Accommodating owner, decent rooms, great location, dog friendly - all for a great price! Hard eggs were a nice touch for the continental breakfast! The owner, Tony, was very friendly and always available, jimmy the dog was adorable, even though the rooms are slightly outdated they were clean. We even did a bonfire and he was kind enough to give us some free firewood to add to ours. Would recommend! Our room had 2 rooms in them so our 3rd guest got their own room read more

Everyone we met there was so nice. The receptionists, the other guests were all welcoming. They are dog friendly which is awesome! Room #6 was nice and clean with plenty of space. And that view! The view of the lake is gorgeous. We will be back once the other cabins are finished and next time we will bring our pup! read more

The place is among the nice ones in that town. Friendly staffs, a HUGE grass area if you want to play any sports, and a nice self-service breakfast. My family got a room from a small cabin. The windows overlook forest. The room is kept clean and my mom really liked that the bathroom is clean. The sheets and pillows are a bit old. read more