Idlwilde Inn

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping

Parking included

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

1 Lakeview Ave, Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

The Tasting Room
9 min walk
Seneca Harbor
10 min walk
Watkins Glen State Park
11 min walk
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
47 min drive

Room options

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 5)

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 6)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room (Room 7)

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 8)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 9)

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 10)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 14)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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Free WiFi

Restaurant

Air conditioning

Microwave

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

About this property

Victorian bed & breakfast in Watkins Glen with free breakfast

Concierge services, a library and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, wedding services, a garden and a picnic area are on-site.

Idlwilde Inn offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. This Watkins Glen bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Idlwilde Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Tasting Room. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

Free full breakfast offered
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and wedding services
Within a 15-minute walk of Watkins Glen State Park and The Tasting Room

Free breakfast is available. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Idlwilde Inn. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Watkins Glen bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free full breakfast

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Outdoors

Garden
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

3 floors
Banquet hall
Smoke-free property
Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Food and drink

Free bottled water

Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and cash

The front desk at this property is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

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Idlwilde Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner

15 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great staff and breakfast was awesome.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with group

6 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful quiet historical property with views of the lake..very enjoyable!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with partner

17 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We only stayed one night but the property, room, hosts and breakfast was great.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner

17 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff was great, breakfast was delicious and it was a relaxing experience. We would go again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner

10 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very cozy and quiet. Marcus is a fantastic host and very attentive.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Travelled with family

2 Jun 2024

This beautiful old home has been converted into a beautiful historic in. We’ve stayed there several times, in fact we got married there! It’s always in pristine condition. Spa services we used is only the registered massage, but it was excellent too. The staff are unbelievably perfect. The food is exceptional. I would recommend this to anybody! It’s worth a visit to go and see it for yourself.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robb

Travelled with partner

19 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was our second stay here. Excellent house, hospitality, grounds, staff, food, rooms, views - you name it. Close to downtown Watkins Glen. It is safe, quiet, and relaxing. We’ll go again and again.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

21 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack, Orange Village

Travelled with group

3 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great views overlooking Lake Seneca and unique gazebo and gardens.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

herman

25 Oct 2023

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Mullica Hill

22 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at their beautiful B&B. Marcus couldn't have been more accommodating and Elin's breakfast were awesome! Their historic home was so fun to stay in. We were close to the many hikes, falls and wineries along the lake. Great vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Nanci

Travelled with partner

21 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice old mansion with a lot of charm. We wanted a private bathroom and were in a very small room by the kitchen.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette

3 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This is a beautiful place to stay. Marcus is an attentive host and makes everyone feel special and welcome. I particularly appreciated that he permitted me to use his L2 charger for my electric car. Would love to come back here.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate

2 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The owners were very attentive and made sure we were well taken care of. The breakfasts were amazing!! We loved the location and the incredible views from the porch.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice

23 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Breathable Escape!

We loved staying here. The bed was super comfortable in our room and the breakfasts were delish! The host, Marcus, was very attentive and the house is fantastic. We stayed over in the carriage house but the big house had so many rooms with things to entertain you! A huge wrap around porch and an enclosed gazebo with its own wine cork puller! We really loved the feel and beauty of this place. The view was a bit covered over by fully grown trees, just some peeks through, and those peeks were fabulous, but the landscaping around the house made up for it. So many places to sit and BREATHE! I bet the full view is gorgeous once the leaves fall! OOOH, and I bet the fall up there is gorgeous also!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family

14 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My wife and I felt at home during our stay. Your place is beautiful and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed our breakfasts on the front porch every morning. Hopefully we both get to see the legendary E Street Band in 2024 🎸

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

5 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David, Narberth

4 Sept 2023

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Raymond

25 Aug 2023

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner

28 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property is wonderful, the staff are welcoming, friendly and incredible. Hot water, excellent water pressure and well equipped for plug ins. The breakfast is homemade and fantastic! The service is 5 star and unmatchable. Can’t wait to go back. Cycling, wineries and fantastic food options. Fell in love with Idlwilde and Watkins Glen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

23 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner

20 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely stay, owner was great and met some very nice guests

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

3 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely gracious comfortable stay. Room 14 was large with beautiful view. Air conditioning worked well and bed was amazingly comfortable. The house common areas and grounds are fantastic. Wonderful big porch with many comfy chairs and view of lake and well maintained gardens. Great breakfast and coffee (delicious veggie quiche, sausage, cantaloupe wedges, potatoes- changes daily) Owners and staff go above and beyond too!!

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner

18 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful Host. Well furnished. Great Breakfasts

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

25 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful mansion

The property was very beautiful and so was our room. Only complaint was the bedframe was pretty squeaky anytime you changed sleeping positions. Other than that, the mattress was a lot more comfy than other hotels I've stayed at.