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Idlwilde Inn

4.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Watkins Glen with free breakfast

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Stately home with a wrap-around porch and turret, set amidst a serene, manicured lawn and mature trees.
Enjoy a romantic meal for two with a view of the forest landscape from this beautifully set dining table.
Relax in a spacious room with high ceilings, large windows, and a comfortable seating area.
Stroll through the beautifully manicured garden, featuring a tranquil fountain and lush greenery.
Classic bedroom with a four-poster bed, bedside tables, and a comfortable armchair.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$371
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 5)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 6)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room (Room 7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Room 8)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Room 9)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 9)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Room 10)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 10)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Room 14)

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 14)

Room, Private Bathroom (Room 14)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
1 Lakeview Ave, Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

What's nearby

  • Watkins Glen State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Tasting Room - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Castel Grisch Winery - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 12 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bucket Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kookalaroc’s Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Idlwilde Inn

Upscale bed & breakfast near Watkins Glen State Park
Free full breakfast, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Idlwilde Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, wedding services and bike tour information
  • An electric bike charging station, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Library
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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

Pets not 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

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Idlwilde Inn
Idlwilde Inn Watkins Glen
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Idlwilde Inn Watkins Glen
Idlwilde Inn Bed & breakfast
Idlwilde Inn Bed & breakfast Watkins Glen

Frequently asked questions

Is Idlwilde Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Idlwilde Inn?

As of 14 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idlwilde Inn on 17 Jul 2025 start from NZ$370.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Idlwilde Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Idlwilde Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Idlwilde Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Idlwilde Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of The Tasting Room and Watkins Glen State Park. Seneca Harbor and International Motor Racing Research Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Idlwilde Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 469 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great staff and breakfast was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Wonderful stay! Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

We only stayed one night but the property, room, hosts and breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Elin and Marcus were incredible hosts. Their home is a true gem that will transport you in time. The attention to detail is incredible. Their recommendations on wineries and other unique places in town to visit were spot on and Marcus was a text or email away at all times. Elins brunch was delicious;perfect way to start our day. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Staff was great, breakfast was delicious and it was a relaxing experience. We would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

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

A classic home in a beautiful setting! The service was great, we would definitely recommend Idlwilde!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Great place, it is perfect. I hightly recommand it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Very cozy and quiet. Marcus is a fantastic host and very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Wonderful Host. Well furnished. Great Breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

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

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

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

8/10

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

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

Classy property with a great location and view. Marcus and Elin were gracious hosts and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. The breakfast was amazing too - my wife and I are still talking about the French toast. :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10

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!!

10/10

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

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Beautiful quiet historical property with views of the lake..very enjoyable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Great place, it is perfect. I hightly recommand it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Great views overlooking Lake Seneca and unique gazebo and gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

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