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Idlwilde Inn

4.0 star property

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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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

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 5)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 6)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (Room 7)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Room 8)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 9)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Room 10)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Room 14)

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 14)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About this property

Idlwilde Inn

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 onsite.
Idlwilde Inn offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Watkins Glen bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us 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 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 public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have any 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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

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.
  • Cribs (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.

Property is also known as

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Idlwilde Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 468 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 468 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 468 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 468 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 468 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A classic home in a beautiful setting! The service was great, we would definitely recommend Idlwilde!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have liked to stay and extra day but the room was taken . The breakfast was excellent gourmet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack, Orange Village

Travelled with group
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

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Mullica Hill

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
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

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

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

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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David, Narberth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner
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

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!!