About this property
Elegant Accommodations: Idlwilde Inn in Watkins Glen offers adults-only bed and breakfast accommodations with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or lake views. Each room includes a work desk, wardrobe, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a beautiful garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, games room, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. The property also features a concierge service, electric vehicle charging station, and free on-site private parking. Delicious Breakfast: A highly rated breakfast is served each morning, including American and à la carte options with warm dishes, fresh pastries, fruits, and juice. Special diet menus are available. Prime Location: Located 20 mi from Elmira/Corning Regional Airport and near attractions such as Watkins Glen International (5.6 mi) and the Glenn H Curtiss Museum (20 mi). Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent service.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Anthony
United States
“Beautiful home and property. Nice view. Great breakfast.” - Joanna
United States
“Marvelous location with expansive views over the lake. Historic house boasting a beautiful wrap around porch that offered guests a gorgeous place to sit and admire the view. Host was extremely attentive and every detail was thought of to make our...” - Julia
Czech Republic
“Excellent communication, friendly staff and delicious breakfast. The views from the comfortable front porch were beautiful! Great attention to every d tail” - Jordan
United States
“Beautiful surroundings. Nice room Wonderful hospitality. Excellent location.” - Adi
United States
“Beautiful interesting home in a lovely setting. My sister and I were made to feel very comfortable. Marcus, the owner and host, was gracious and provided us with tons of information. Will be back!!” - Kimberly
United States
“Rich, dark Seneca Coffee on the front porch at 6 am! Doors to Idlewood Inn, wide open, beautiful breeze, sunshine! We watched the sun rise over Seneca Lake at 6:10 am. Bonus, a beautiful doe and a buck in the velvet crossed the front lawn at...” - Elenbaas
United States
“The owners were great. Very nice people and always attentive to our needs. So much history in the beautiful home and very clean and lots to do. We will be back again.” - Lauer
United States
“History, furnishings, nature, great hosts, great breakfast, decor.” - Boxeth
United States
“Everything! This place was beautiful and the owner was really friendly. The food at breakfast was delicious.” - Jeff
United States
“The Idlwilde Inn is a beautiful historical inn with wonderful spaces for relaxing and meeting new people. The rooms are gorgeous and provide every comfort and amenity. The grounds are beautiful and provide an amazing view of Lake Seneca. The...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.