Idlwilde Inn

This is a huge, rambling, ornate 1890's period house with endless rooms, comfy antique furniture and a deep history. Our business team of 6 stayed there comfortably and they still had rooms to spare. The bedroom I stayed in was private, elegant and plush. Breakfasts were delicious, tasteful, hearty, and there was ample coffee. Our host, Marcus, was friendly and helpful, yet unobtrusive. It really was an enjoyable and memorable stay.

We stayed two nights at the Idlwilde Inn in Watkins Glen, NY. My only regret was not being able to stay longer. The room and the entire home was beautifully updated and decorated without losing any charm. Sitting on the wraparound porch having happy hour with a view of Seneca Lake was a treat after a day of playing tourist. Breakfast was individually prepared and delicious and mindful of food allergies. This is a wonderful place to stay in Watkins Glen, thanks to Inkeeper Marcus Dowd .

Such a beautiful property with SO much character and charm! My husband and I were so delighted by every detail and felt like Marcus and Elin bent over backwards to make our stay unforgettable. We are already dreaming of a return trip! Shoutout to Stella, one of the cutest pups we've ever met.

We stayed at idlwilde the weekend of November 22. The whole experience was amazing. Marcus; his wife and staff were amazing hosts. I can not say enough great things about the Bed and Breakfast. Its homey and unique rooms, plus delicious breakfast were beyond our expectations. I know we will definitely be going back and recommend if you are traveling to Watkins Glen and want a great place to stay Idlwilde is it!!!!

We had the most amazing stay! Marcus and his wife were so warm and welcoming and made us feel so comfortable during our stay. Their sweet dog Stella was a great welcoming committee too! The food was outstanding and was so nice to enjoy on the beautiful porch. They had such a beautiful yard that we got to enjoy with plenty of games as well. Marcus left a detailed list of the best places to eat and even gave us a card with a QR code that brought us to his personalized winery experience! The hotel is right next to a great little town and the waterfalls we hiked on which was very convenient. This was absolutely one of my favorite trips and the experience we had here made it so much better than just staying at a hotel!