Gothic Eves

Over the past several years, a new trend in women’s gathering has evolved:  the Girlfriend Getaway (or Girls’ Getaway).  I personally love the idea of women being able to get away together to a comfortable environment where they can enjoy each others company and activities they love without the worries of home to preoccupy them. 

When most people think about the days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, they automatically think of shopping malls, big department stores, and massive crowds.  But it doesn’t have to be that way!  When you plan your Trumansburg, NY Holiday Season getaway to my bed and breakfast inn, you can look forward to more traditional and serene activities!

For many people, antiquing is something they just do.  No matter where they are, no matter what their travel mode and carry limitations, it is always intriguing to see what sort of treasures reside in the antique stores all over the country.  Some say that if you can’t find it here, it doesn’t exist.  I

If you’ve ever visited Upstate New York, you have some idea of our rich cultural livelihood.  This area boasts wine, nature, boating, antiques, and some great cooperative growing with the corresponding farmer’s markets.  But that’s not all.  The Finger Lakes region is home to some of the most creative people in the United States!  Local

The Finger Lakes region is known far and wide for our wineries and renowned wine trail tours.  However, sometimes (especially in the fall) my guests’ tastes run less to the grape and more toward, say, the apple.  When that happens, I’m only too happy to let them know about our area’s cideries.  In fact, this

It’s time for the wine in Upstate New York.  And some would argue that our Riesling grapes are our specialty since we plant in the realm of 1000 acres throughout the area thanks to the amazing climate and slate soils that support this delicate grape.  If you’re in the area for a bed and breakfast

If you’ve ever been to the northeast during autumn, then you’ll understand why I’ve been talking so much about fall in Upstate New York.  If you haven’t been here, then you’re in for a beautiful surprise!  If you consider a bed and breakfast getaway in the area this fall, make sure you set aside some

The school year has begun and kids have returned to a more-regular schedule.  After-school activities have them, and their parents, hopping in many different directions at once.  College students have returned to campus to continue learning for their future.  Here in Upstate New York, it means that everything is a bit calmer during the week. 

Fall is a great time to visit Trumansburg!  Leaves begin turning in late September, the air gets crisp in the mornings, and the heat finally takes a hike!  The air smells magically of grapes as all of the wineries prepare for harvest season (don’t go home without trying a grape pie: a specialty in the