The Cupola Above Seneca is the ideal place to escape the everyday.
Our comfortable, 19th-Century 2.25 acre property offers stunning water and hillside views and plenty of nearby activities for nature lovers, wine enthusiasts, and shoppers. We welcome you to experience the warmth and old-fashioned charm of our bed and breakfast. Book your hotel reservation in the Watkins Glen, NY, area with us today.
As our guest, you can enjoy the best that our area has to offer. Parks and forests, abudance of waterfalls, dozens of wineries within minutes, farm-to-table dining, water activites, golf, and numerous other attractions are just a short distance away. We’ll prepare a delicious breakfast to fuel you through a fun filled day in the area, whether it be hiking the Watkins Glen state park with over a dozen waterfalls, strolling through the historic village of Montour Falls featuring the impressive Chequgua Falls and Aunt Sarah's Falls, The Finger Lakes National Forest, the beauty of Seneca Lake, Keuka Lake, and Cayuga Lake, or the local wine trails. Give us a call if you have any questions about our hotel rooms and rates.
Our bed and breakfast hotel accommodations are the perfect getaway whether it's to spend a romantic weekend for two, unwind and spend some time off or enjoy the abundant activities of the area. When you’re ready to treat yourself to a special getaway, reach out to us. We look forward to meeting you and making your stay as enjoyable as possible.
Our Location
The Cupola above Seneca sits high above Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen. Our enviable location is two miles from Watkins Glen State Park, Watkins Glen International Racetrack, as well as numerous restaurants and shopping. We are also a mile from the Glorious-T of Montour Falls and the spectacular Shequaga Falls. Take a stroll through “the T,” stop for coffee and sweets, and take in the impressive scenery or hop onto the Catherine Valley Trail that follows the old Chemung Canal.
We are centrally located near the Seneca Lake wine and beer trails on BOTH the west and east sides (25 wineries within 20 mins)! The Keuka Lake and Cayuga Lake wine and beer trails are a short scenic drive away as well. A beautiful drive through the hillside farms brings you to Ithaca in 25 minutes. For shopping and great restaurants, the famous Corning Gaffer District is a 20-minute enjoyable drive to our south.
Our Property
Our circa-1850 Italianate home sits upon over two acres with unobstructed year-round views of Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes National Forest, hillside vineyards, and farms. Relax and indulge in our expansive covered and screened stone veranda taking in all the views while listening to soothing music. Enjoy the multiple outdoor sitting areas, whether by the fire pit, playing a game under 100-year-old pines, or relaxing while listening to babbling Aunt Sarah’s Falls creek on the southern edge of the property.
Inside, you will find an elegant yet casual, large living room with floor-to-ceiling windows draped in lush fabric to highlight those lake views. When it gets a bit chilly outdoors, cozy up to the fireplace with a drink. Off the living room, you will find our guest pantry, which includes a fridge and microwave. Enjoy a coffee, hot chocolate, or cup of tea and daily treats.
Your sumptuous, generous breakfast to get you through a fun-filled day of sightseeing will be served from 8:00 to 9:00 in our formal dining room, which features two large floor-to-ceiling windows, draped in luxurious period fabrics, looking out over the lake.
Call today for your hotel reservation in Watkins Glen, NY area.