AVOID STAYING HERE. Stayed at Manor on the Green in August…read more2022. Overall the stay was fine but I did not feel comfortable staying at Elizabeth's house. It very much felt that I was being monitored. Here are some grievances, not in any order: 1. Elizabeth entered the bedroom I was staying in, after I had left. She made a comment that I shouldn't leave a damp towel on wood. Yes, I understand I should not have done this. It would have been good to know before hand that Elizabeth would go into the room I paid for. 2. Went to an event for the evening, Elizabeth texts me to pay the remaining bill that evening. Yes, I understand she wants to get paid. Could it wait though? I would have also been happy to pay when I arrived. It was strange to be asked to pay at 11 PM when I came back to the house and ready to go to bed. 3. No visible outlets in the room with two twin beds. 4. On the website, it states there will be breakfast served. Upon arrival, I was notified there will be no breakfast and no coffee. I paid about $225 for a room and no offer of coffee. Just one bottled water. I chose to stay at a B&B for the sole reason of getting breakfast in the morning. What a rip off. 5. Was told upon arrival that I was to not bring any food or drinks into the bedroom. Elizabeth stated she would kick anyone out of her room with no refund if she found food in the room. Would've been great to know this before hand! Overall, it felt like I was staying at a house where I wasn't allowed to make any mistakes or touch anything. It felt high class and stuck up. Would much rather stay at the Colgate Inn for a higher price to be able to relax and not feel that I have to whisper or fear someone coming into the room I paid for and snooping around.

We came to Hamilton for the weekend and stayed at this wonderful B&B. What a treat! The house is…read moreimpeccable, and cozy. The rooms are very comfortable, everything neat and clean. The hostess is very interesting, accommodating, plugged in into the town and vicinities, and a great cook. Both days our breakfast was amazing: homemade coffee cake, eggs and home potatoes, fantastic local yoghurt, local granola, cheeses, fruit and great conversation... My whole family was impressed. We will be back!

Pros: Christy and Greg were very nice. Room was…read moreclean Plenty of hot water and towels Quiet Neighborhood in a nice setting Cons: We stayed there in late July which required AC which was a window unit which was very noisy. TV originally didn't work due to surge protector being bad which was fixed only to learn no cable. Free TV or log in to your own apps. Breakfast was pastries for one even though there was two of us. I requested hot water for tea since I'm a tea drinker and even brought my own tea bags. Coffee was provided. No yogurt or fruit as another person stated. Overall it was ok but for the price I could have stayed at a 5 star hotel and got more for my money.

Perfection! We just returned from a four night stay at this lovely B&B. Christy and Greg are…read morewonderful hosts -- available, but not too intrusive -- ready with recommendations for dining and things to do around the Colgate area. The guesthouse is tastefully decorated and the breakfast was just right!

I left a review when I stayed with Diane last summer but I had to send an update. We really enjoyed…read moreour stay. It was like staying with a much loved Aunt. We live in a rural small town so we took advantage of some shopping while in civilization (Syracuse). We had too much to carry back on the plane so we arranged shipping and Diane took care of it. Even contacted us to let us know our packages were picked up. You won't believe it but she even helped me pack the boxes fussing over our stuff just like my mom would have! I seriously love this lady!!!! We have travelled plenty and have never experienced warmth and hospitality like at Diane's place. We are looking for excuses to travel back to the area so we can stay at Madison Bed, Book & Candle again. It will definitely be one of our family "get away and relax" spots. I bought some of Diane's crochet baby blankets, ponchos, scarfs, hats, etc. They are lovely and very reasonably priced. I wanted some in other colors and she made them and shipped them to me, after helping me pick the colors. If you stay with her ask to see her work. It's worth it. Stay here. Don't look anywhere else. Diane will take great care of you with all the personal touches of home and then some. I just can't say enough.

If you're looking for a great alternative to a hotel in Madison, NY (less than 5 miles from Colgate…read moreUniversity in Hamilton, NY), this country inn is perfect. We stayed here for my husband's high school reunion and found it convenient (right on Route 20), comfortable, and quite charming! We stayed in the Nathaniel Hawthorne Room. This room overlooks Highway 20 and does get some traffic noise, so if you' re a light sleeper this might not be the room for you ... but with the windows closed and the air conditioner on low, we could barely hear the occasional car or truck go by. We heartily second the other reviewer's comment that the rooms were spotlessly clean and well appointed. And to top it off, she has free wi-fi access in all the rooms. Our hostess, Diane, made fresh lemonade for us to sip on the spacious side porch and made a delicious batch of fudge brownies for us to munch on. Breakfast was also delightful - fresh kiwi fruit and strawberries as a garnish with light, fluffy pancakes, bacon, and enough coffee to keep me happy. Yesterday's breakfast was also good - poached eggs on a lightly toasted english muffin with bacon and fresh fruit. We arrived just before the start of the annual Madison-Bouckville Antique Week festival (which is less than 2 miles down the road from the inn). Although we aren't into antiques, our fellow guests have a booth there ... they told us that this was their 4th straight year of staying here - a testament to Diane's hospitality. Prices are in line with what we expect to pay for a bed and breakfast with a private bath (there is another B&B on the road to Hamilton that's less expensive, but I understand it does not have a private bathroom) All in all, we had a very pleasant stay (and my husband even enjoyed his reunion!).

From 10/9 and 10/10 2015…read more I came here to officiate my best friend's wedding at the Lake Chalet over the weekend, and I have to say- I'm very impressed by this place. First, this place is breathtaking, the lake itself is just amazing to look at with its blue-green color. There are acres of trails to walk, and because of the time of year it's so nice to be in nature. Secondly, the cabins are made of cedar, so they keep an okay amount of isolation in the cold, but these are not heated cabins so bundle up when you go to bed. The cabins are really nice on the outside as well as the inside; you do have to bring your own bedding for them considering this is a campground after all. Thirdly, there is a section here for RV's if you don't prefer pitching a tent or using the cabins. Also, they have a bunch of nice rooms in the hotel sections, which are neat, and spacious. Lastly, I was impressed with the staff here; they were super friendly and accommodating. I really appreciate their helpfulness, if I every get the chance to I would come back here because it's a pretty spectacular place

Accomodating, Fantastic, Perfect are all words I usually reserve for Michelin-rated restaurants,…read morebut Lake Chalet went so above-and-beyond that there really are no words to describe my latest visit in over 25yrs As I stated in the opening sentence, it's been 25 years since I had last been to Lake Chalet, but that's due to life imposing it's will, and family circumstance. Living in Atlanta definitely has a lot to do with the gap in visiting, but in modern times, that's no real excuse. The reason for my latest visit was the death of my Mom. Her wishes were to be buried nearby in Utica, and that all of our family was to have a celebration of her life at The Chalet. Well, as anyone that deals with family knows, that often things go awry that make circumstances like a "funeral party" tough. The owners Mike and Christine went the extra ten miles to make sure our Mom's party went off without a hitch. There are no words of thanks enough to cover what they did for us in such a short amount of time. The property is spotless, well-thought-out and quaint, but perfect for a small outing with perfect backdrop. The lake is picturesque, and the camping spots are shaded with a very family-oriented feel to the overall property which make the perfect setting for our visit this go'round. Yeah, they can't control the weather, but whomever made the call to the man upstairs, made one helluva perfect scene for my Mother's life celebration. I'm sure that my only visits to Lake Chalet will involve visiting my Mom's burial site in Utica in the future, but it's nice to know that places like this exist. With people like Mike and Christine around, it's safe to say that anyone that visits here will be well taken care of in the best way possible. 10/10.

We just had a wonderful stay at the Brass Lily-a gorgeous 100+ year old Victorian-style B&B. Our…read moreroom was spacious, comfortable and well-equipped and a small guest pantry downstairs provided 24 HR access to tea, coffee, bottled water and yummy home-baked goodies. The proprietors were wonderful hosts and Kathryn's multi-course breakfasts were several notches above the usual morning fare. You will be challenged to eat lunch after one of her AM feasts. I asked for her cinnamon scone recipe! Definitely recommend this place!

Our son attends Colgate University, and we have stayed at the Brass Lily for years when we visit…read more Kathryn and Greg have beautifully restored this B&B back to its original splendor of its time. They are the most hospitable people and make all of their guests feel like they are family. Oh, and did I mention that the breakfasts are better than delicious!!! We highly recommend this B&B!

Fun place for young kids to tube! 40" height limits so it was great for my 4 and 6 year old. It's…read more small, but we didn't fear injuries and our little 6 year old did the tubing and magic carpet herself feeling independent while it was small enough we could watch without worry. Friendly staff as well. Every person was kind and generous.

Great little place for snow tubing. We had heard about this place and decided to try it out on a…read morevery mild Winter day. Glad they had the 'walker' to bring the kids up the hill for more snow tubing fun. I like that it seems you can bring your own food or buy it there. We didn't know that beforehand, but their food prices were reasonable. I appreciate the option as sometimes it'd be nice to be more economical, but still come out to snow tube.

This campground is a rare gem. It is maintained exceptionally well. The pull through sites are…read moreworth the small extra cost with large concrete patios and fire pits. There is a playground to occupy the kiddos, but overall a serene campground which is quiet and relaxing. The owners and staff are very friendly and helpful with tips about surrounding businesses and activities. Overall this is hidden and peaceful treasure. Highly Recommend!

I am a travel RN. Stayed at this campground last summer for 3 mths…read more Excellent services. Very nice owners and hosts. Beautiful area!!! I would highly recommend it!!!

The accommodations were great. The home is comfortable and relaxing, no tv but a great place to…read morerelax , read a book and have memorable conversations.