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.

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.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this B&B!!! Stayed during the winter and the snowy estate was gorgeous. The hospitality was impeccable and the breakfast top notch. Our stay was so relaxing and comfortable. Truly felt magical. Always something amazing in the house to see and engage in. Can’t wait to visit again!!

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!!!!

Idlwilde Inn offers a romantic getaway that will not easily be forgotten. The location is superb, perched high above Seneca lake offering expansive, scenic views. The wrap around porch is an added bonus allowing guests to linger and admire the scenery in comfort. Inside the historic inn the rooms are tastefully decorated and inviting. The breakfast was copious and delicious, and the host-brewed coffee is a must! The staff and hosts were attentive and welcoming and every detail was thought of to make our stay as comfortable and pleasant as possible. 5+++ stars!

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful property for a few days to celebrate our wedding anniversary. I have traveled the world and stayed in many hotels and bed & breakfasts over the years and this property and hospitality experience is in my top 3 of all time (the other two were in other countries!)! Breakfast was amazing, location is great, and Marcus (the owner) is the best! He provided great recommendations for places to eat and the best wineries in the area. Also less than 5 minutes from Watkins Glen Park. Don’t hesitate or second guess yourself. Just book your stay here and thank me later!

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!