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Fontainebleau lakeside B&B with 8 guest rooms, amazing views and gardens.

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A covered patio with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and greenery.
A large white house with a covered porch and a lawn.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a patterned rug, a leather chair, a lamp, and a door with a shelf above it.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a refrigerator, and a window with blinds.
A four-poster bed with a patterned bedspread, a standing lamp, a ceiling fan, and a brick wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Sleeps 16•8 bedrooms•9 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch or lanai

Explore the area

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Alpine, NY
  • Place, Cayuta Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen International
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

8 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 8

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 8

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Fontainebleau lakeside B&B with 8 guest rooms, amazing views and gardens.

8 guest rooms each with a queen bed, private bath, and air conditioning. 2 cots and 1 double sleeper sofa also available. A full kitchen is available for your use. Expansive lawns and porches. Dock for swimming and fishing, fire pit and picnic area on lake shore. Grill available. WIFI throughout house. Hiking trails in woods. Manager on property in separate apartment to assist with needs and logistics. Close to Ithaca, Watkins Glen, and Elmira.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1267861vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Alpine

Alpine is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. International Motor Racing Research Center and EcoVillage at Ithaca are also worth visiting.
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Alpine, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuta Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 21 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Cornell University - 30 min drive - 38.9 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stone Bend Farm - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Chef's Gathering - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Last Chance Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Seabring Inn - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fontainebleau lakeside B&B with 8 guest rooms, amazing views and gardens. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fontainebleau lakeside B&B with 8 guest rooms, amazing views and gardens.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fontainebleau lakeside B&B with 8 guest rooms, amazing views and gardens.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fontainebleau lakeside B&B with 8 guest rooms, amazing views and gardens.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fontainebleau lakeside B&B with 8 guest rooms, amazing views and gardens. located?

Situated in Alpine, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Cayuta Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Eagle Cliff Falls and Buck Hill. Montour Falls Historic District and Montour Falls Memorial Library are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 59 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Xue L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

We had a great time staying. The place is big and absolutely beautiful! Definitely recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home with an incredible history. Terri and John couldn’t have been nicer, accommodating our every need. We had such a fun family reunion and beautiful memories to treasure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything Was Perfect

Our family enjoyed our stay and we hope to visit again soon. Thank you for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place!

Amazing home with lots of space and comfortable rooms! Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion weekend

Perfect place for our family reunion weekend. Gorgeous grounds and amazing inn. We had a blast cooking and eating together - so much space for everyone. Thank you so much to the lovely hosts - we had a fantastic time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a girls weekend!

The house and grounds were beautiful for a girls weekend with a small group. The hosts were very responsive and accommodating and a huge bonus was everyone had their own bathrooms in the rooms! A perfect stay in the Finger Lakes!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynne I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place!

The moment you drive down the lane and take in the view of this beautiful and historic inn you know you are in for a special treat! This place was absolutely perfect for our group of 16 adults. The owners were fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place for a gathering of friends! A group of a dozen ladies and we had a blast! The house is large, roomy, comfortable and it has perfect spaces for a dance party! Definitely would recommend this place for a great Finger Lakes stay! And we all agreed, we would surely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrence g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

spectacular house

Our group loved this house and all it had to offer. Beds very comfortable, plenty of living area, the view of the lake is awesome and the firepit was located so it was mostly protected from the wind. We would stay here again without question. Owners were great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derk J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ultimate friends getaway location.

With eight massive bedrooms each with its own bathroom and numerous large sitting areas to sit in you can feel like the lord of a manor. Easily the best rental I ever rented.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nothing less than spectacular!

Our group of friends just spent the weekend at this beautiful property! Everything was absolutely wonderful! We are already talking about when we can return for a repeat visit. Thank you to our hosts for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noreen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

The Inn is beautiful with all amenities included. Lots of space both inside and out. Lake was perfect for paddle boarding and kayaking. Kids loved jumping off the raft and playing baseball in the yard. Hiking and restaurants nearby in Watkins Glen
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winery Weekend

The Fontainebleau Inn was the perfect property for our extended family weekend getaway! Close to wineries, peaceful grounds with spectacular lake views! The Inn was clean, comfortable and appointed with lovely antiques. Terri and John were wonderful hosts and clearly take pride in their Inn that they've maintained for over 3 decades. It was nice to laugh, unplug and reconnect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation 2023

Three generations came together for a thoroughly enjoyable time. The house was spacious and comfortable for our party of 14, ages 3 to 71. The property was not only gorgeous but provided space for family soccer games and lots of fun lakeside.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

fun time

The place was amazing, and the owner were friendly and knowledgeable. No matter what we ask they were accommodating. I would recommend this highly. There was 12 of us and we all loved the place.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seton Sisters getaway

We are a group of women in our 60’s and we all went to high school together. Everything was perfect and we hope to rent again. We would highly recommend this house to others. Everything on the site was accurat
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lorraine p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thirteen Friends reunion

The house could not have been better! Our hosts thought of everything. Kitchen had every amenity and they even left enough eggs, milk, bread, coffee for five days.the bedrooms are spacious and very comfortable. The view was gorgeous and seating for us all on the back porch. We would recommend this house to all!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for large family gathering!

We had our family of 16, ages 3 to 86, at the Fountainbleu for a wonderful week! There was plenty of space to spread out and plenty of space to gather together. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful, including gardens that attracted multiple hummingbirds. We enjoyed the lake with dock, the fire pit, the grill, the grounds, the porch, and the spacious rooms. The property is close to Watkins Glen and many wineries and breweries. The hosts were gracious and made sure we had everything we needed for a fabulous family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tge girls' 70th!

Group of high school friends celebrating 70th b-day. Wanted to be together in one house
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

We had a group of 16. The house was fantastic and stocked with everything we needed. Would definitely book this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway Weekend

The photos and description do not do this house justice—it’s absolutely beautiful! It’s perfect for a small wedding, but we went with a large party for my 40th birthday and everyone was blown away by the grounds and the historical home. The owners were very nice and accommodating. The only thing to note is that you have to make your own eggs and toast, but it is nice to have that provided for you. I had thought from some other reviews that breakfast would be laid out for us. Other than that it was perfect! Every room comes with its own bathroom, plus there’s a large ballroom, several sitting rooms, a huge eat-in kitchen plus a dining room. And a large table outside on the back porch. Plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Relaxing Getaway

We recently had our annual family vacation at The Fontainebleau Inn. There were 21 of us ranging from 18 months to 70 years. Everyone had a wonderful time, enjoying the inn and the surrounding areas. We loved being on the lake and using the grounds. Terri and John were very accommodating. We highly recommend the Fontainebleau Inn for a family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful retreat

This is the second time we have stayed here and enjoyed it just as much the second time around. Came here with a team of people that work together for a work retreat. The property facilitates recreation / relaxation (swimming, kayaking, camp fire, reading outside), is near fun excusion sites (hiking, waterfalls, wineries) and is also an environment conducive to group discussions and team building (large spaces for us all to eat together and talk). Thanks to the hosts for sharing their beautiful property with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nunzia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Bachelorette partt

Had a wonderful time here with friends and family for my Bachelorette. The house is just amazing. So much space and stocked with anything you may need. Will definitely be back for more getaways.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicky B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Terri and John responded quickly in answering my questions before I made the reservation. Upon arriving at the property we realized they had covered every detail in the house. It couldn't have gone any smoother. Being able to have our entire family stay in one location was truly the best. We were there for a celebration of life and being able to all be in one location gave us the opportunity to spend time together reflecting on all of our memories. Thank you Terri and John!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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Hosted by John and Terri Van Soest

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