We anticipated a lovely 4 night stay here while we explored some of the Finger Lakes offerings. We…read moregot so much more with a relaxed and unforgettable week of wandering. This is an impressive property, a big white home with rocking chairs on the front porch, high on a big hill with very green grass and flowering trees, brick front walk and the spring front garden sprouting. It's a few minutes from the Main Street but within a 30 minute drive of many towns, landmarks, wineries and restaurants. We loved feeling away from it all, yet being so close we could get to a few new places every day.
Upon our arrival Martina gave us a warm welcome, a super quick checkin, a tour of a beautiful and invitingly appointed home, while she answered our questions and provided suggestions of her personal and local resident favorite places to visit. Our room, the Pembrook, had a king sized bed, was spacious, beautifully furnished, with a nice bathroom, was very clean and quiet. It was a retreat in itself.
A different and utterly delicious multi course home cooked breakfast was served at 9am. They included warm scones, waffles, berries, eggs and more. The daily table scape was delightful and sadly I never remembered to get photos of the fine china, crystal, candles, linens, etc. One day I should make the effort to turn breakfast into something to be relished at my own home, but frankly that seems like more way more effort than I can muster after just waking. I'd really have a to do a lot the night before. We generally were so full, that our other meals were lighter than usual as we were not particularly hungry. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and fresh baked treats were always available at any time.
Martina, Dave, Carol and John certainly delivered the hospitality we expected, but far more than that, they made us feel like very special friends!! We've traveled quite a lot and can't say that about anywhere else we've stayed. We'll always remember our stay here.