Touring Tips for June follow shortly. But first, June is such a wonderful month to visit the Finger Lakes. The weather is gorgeous and everything is so green. Visitors are beginning to flood the area but it is still no “peak season.” Such wonderful opportunities to hike, bike, golf, taste wine and beer, explore and more. Here are just a few options… and don’t forget our wonderful special this month – Stay two weeknights and the third weeknight is free. Visit our Packages page for more information.
A New Life in Spring
June Is A Busy Month
Jump back in time by attending one of Geneva Historical Society’s events at Rose Hill Mansion in Geneva this June! Experience life from a time past at Rose Hill Mansion, from behind-the-scenes tours and tastes of a time gone by, to live music and other family events. Geneva Historical Society, 543 South Main St., Geneva, 14456.
Busk: to entertain on the street. Balter: to dance artlessly. Busk and Balter combines the best of both in a one-of-a-kind celebration of music and good times. On June 2, from 1:30 – 3 p.m., musicians, dancers, and jugglers, can be found around Naples’ Main Street while merchants offer wine tastings. Main St., Naples, 14512.
Plein Air painting is the art of painting in an outdoor setting and the Finger Lakes has a whole festival dedicated to it! The Finger Lakes Plein Air Festival will be taking place June 5 through June 10. During thistime, be on the lookout for painters around Canandaigua and Naples. It’s more than ok to stop and watch them work! For more information, including a list of events, call (585) 394-0030.
And The Fun Continues
Celebrate love, diversity and the FLX LGBT community at the family-friendly Finger Lakes Pride Festival on June 9 from 3 – 9 p.m. Live entertainment will be on-site, as well as food, wine and beer vendors and other family friendly activities. Admission is free. For more information, call (315) 331-8493 or visitFacebook.com/FLXPride. Seneca Lakefront, Geneva, 14456.
Celebrate beauty and bounty at Roses & Rosés at Sonnenberg Gardens on June 12 from 6 – 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening of wine, food, and music in the historic mansion and gardens, kicking off Sonnenberg’s Rose month,the peak bloom period of more than 2,500 roses. Pre-registration tickets are $30 per person or $35 the day of. For more information, call (585) 394-4922. Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Site, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua, 14424.
Professional theater right here in the Finger Lakes! Spend an evening at Bristol Valley Theater with a new slate of shows for the 2018 season. The summer program starts strong with Little Shop of Horrors which opens June 14 at 8 p.m. For tickets and information on this or future shows, call (585) 374-6318. Bristol Valley Theater, 151 S. Main St., Naples, 14512.
Looking to explore Canandaigua Lake by boat this summer? Head over to German Brothers Marina for boat rentals. Call (585) 394-4000 for more information. German Brothers Marina, 3907 W. Lake Rd., Canandaigua, 14424.
Raise a glass to the warm weather with a trip down to Naples for a tasting at Inspire Moore Winery. With over 12 wines in production, Inspire Moore is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine with a breathtaking view –just south of Canandaigua Lake. Inspire Moore Winery, 197 Main St., Naples 14512.
Make a furry friend over at Lazy Acre Alpacas. At the largest alpaca farm in the Finger Lakes, you’ll have thechance to meet around 60 alpacas, learn how to care for them and tour the farm. Call (585) 455-1203 to set up your tour, big or small, today! Lazy Acre Alpacas, 8830 Baker Road, Bloomfield, 14469.
About The 1795 Acorn Inn
The 1795 Acorn Inn Bed and Breakfast is a luxurious, romantic AAA Four Diamond Lodging located in New York’s Finger Lakes. The Inn is the only Bed and Breakfast in New York to received this prestigious award for 22 consecutive years. According to AAA, “Four Diamond establishments are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service, and attention to detail.”
Stay with us and don’t forget to schedule an in-room massage in our Hotchkiss Room, Bristol or Barn Suites. Chair massages are now available in all rooms. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you soon.
Spring, summer and fall are full of activities with many upcoming events and festivals. These events and festivals are usually very popular and draw large crowds. Therefore, if you are interested in attending one, it would be highly recommended to plan ahead. While there are too many to cover them all, what follows is a list of those in close proximity to the 1795 Acorn Inn Bed and Breakfast. Our luxurious accommodations are conveniently located just outside the town of Canandaigua in the country. As a result, you can still have a peaceful stay during this busy time.
Upcoming Events and Festivals 2018
Canandaigua Wine Walk – Monthly 1st Saturday until December 1, 2018
Memorial Day – May 28… the official start of summer.
CMAC – Season begins on June 23 with John Fogerty. Also performing… Dave Matthews, Roger Daltrey, Keith Urban (your Innkeeper will be attending this one), Jason Isbell, Alan Jackson and Earth, Wind and Fire are just a few of the spectacular performances.
4th of July – Fireworks in Canandaigua on July 4th and Red, White and Boom at CMAC on July 7th.
Hill Cummorah – July 13 & 14, 17-21
Canandaigua Art Festival – July 20 – 22
Canandaigua Lakefront Art Festival – July 28 & 29
Arts at the Gardens – August 18 & 19
Ring of Fire – September 1
Labor Day – September 3
Naples Grape Festival – September 29 & 30
For a list of more events, visit the Finger Lakes Visitor’s Connection.
About the 1795 Acorn Inn
The 1795 Acorn Inn Bed and Breakfast is a luxurious, romantic AAA Four Diamond Lodging located in New York’s Finger Lakes. The Inn is the only Bed and Breakfast in New York to received this prestigious award for 22 consecutive years. According to AAA, “Four Diamond establishments are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service, and attention to detail.”
Stay with us and don’t forget to schedule an in-room massage in our Hotchkiss Room, Bristol or Barn Suites. Chair massages are now available in all rooms. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you soon.
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion located in Canandaigua, New York opened April 28, 2018 for the season.
Old Man Winter was very reluctant to loose his grip this spring. Even the first day of the Spring Wildflower & Orchid Show saw a snow covered ground before sunrise. As such, spring flowers were still sleeping and did not make their appearance for the show. Even some of the earliest spring flowers like bloodroot, which is usually past blooming by the time the Orchid Show starts, had yet to make its appearance. As a result, guests visiting for the show were told that the garden still had its “winter face” on.
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion – Moonlight StrollSonnenberg Gardens & Mansion – Greenhouse
But that face will soon change. Opening Weekend is expected to be quite a show of spring color as the plants try to make up for being weeks behind schedule. This is good news for visitors as the park is going to wake up in a great explosion of color and new growth. Visit Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion soon to see our always unique and never repeated garden show that each and every visit offers!
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion Events
I Love My Parks Day – May 5
National Public Gardens Day – May 11
Saturday Mother’s Tea – May 12 (Sold Out)
Mother’s Day Admission Special – May 13
Roses and Roses – June 11 (the second roses is supposed to be rose… blush wine)
Father’s Day Car & Motorcycle Show – June 17
July 4th Admission Special – July 4
Moonlight Strolls Concert Series – Friday, July 6 – August 3
Family Fun Day – July 29
August Teas – Every Thursday in August
Arts at the Gardens – August 18 & 19
Harvest Fest – September 29
Fall Gardening Symposium – October 13
Mansion Mysteries – October 19-21 & 26-27
Haunted Garden Stroll – October 28
Dicken Christmas – December 1
Holiday Home Tour – December 8
The 1795 Acorn Inn Bed and Breakfast is a luxurious, romantic AAA Four Diamond Lodging located in New York’s Finger Lakes. The Inn is the only Bed and Breakfast in New York to received this prestigious award for 22 consecutive years. According to AAA, “Four Diamond establishments are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service, and attention to detail.”
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion is located in Canandaigua. Just a short drive from the 1795 Acorn Inn. Stay with us and don’t forget to schedule an in-room massage in our Hotchkiss Room, Bristol and Barn Suites. Chair massages are now available in all rooms. We hope to see you soon.
Check out May Touring Tips for Canandaigua and the western Finger Lakes. You don’t want to miss a thing. May is a great month to visit. The weather is still cool. The crowds are still at home. And, the perennials are in full bloom. Take advantage of our Free Weeknight Package in May and June. Stay two weeknights and the third one is on us. Two full days to explore. You will need them.
May Touring Tips
What better place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo than at Rio Tomatlan? Celebrate the right way with a band, DJ andthe famous margaritas and tacos! You’re not celebrating right if you’re not at Rio! Sign up for a class at Quiote, Rio’s new educational space upstairs, while you’re there too. Rio Tomatlan, 106 Bemis Street, Canandaigua, 14424.
May Touring Tips – Rio Tomatlan. The guacamole and tequila are gone, but dinner has arrived. Yum.
And they’re off to the races! The 2018 racing season has begun at Finger Lakes Gaming & Race Track! Between races check out the gaming floor with over 1,500 gaming machines. Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, 5857 NY- 96, Farmington, 14425.
Relax And Explore
For a cool place to unwind, head to the northern shores of Canandaigua Lake and have a drink lakeside at The Sand Bar at The Inn on the Lake. If you have a boat, dock along the waterfront at the hotel. The Inn on the Lake, 770 S. Main Street, Canandaigua, 14424.
The Bloomfield Academy Museum is open for all you history buffs out there! In addition to ongoing exhibits, there is a program on historical subjects on the third Thursday of the month. For May, on May 17 the program will be 19th Century Gunsmiths of Ontario & Wayne County. All programs are free to the public. East Bloomfield Historical Society, 8 South Ave., E. Bloomfield, 14443.
For The Active Visitor
Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventure Park is open on weekends! Soar through the air on seven courses with 100 elements including ziplines, tight rope walks, rope ladders and bridges. Some elements reach almost 60 ft. high. Reservations are recommended. 5589 South Hill Road, Canandaigua, 14424.
Your Innkeeper loves to cycle in the Finger Lakes. Her favorite ride is ten miles around Canadice Lake. May is National Bike Month, so it’s time to hop on a bike and ride around the lakes! Ride some of Ontario County’sgorgeous trails at Dryer Road Park in Victor, Harriett Hollister Spencer Park in Springwater or Ontario Pathways Rail Trail in Canandaigua. Bike rentals are available at Geneva Bicycle Center, 489 Exchange Street, Geneva, 14456.
Happy Mother’s Day To All
Mother’s Day is almost here! Celebrate your mom by taking her for brunch at one of these beautiful lakefront restaurants offering Mother’s Day Brunch specials: Belhurst Castle, Geneva on the Lake, New York Kitchen, Ramada Geneva Lakefront, The Honeoye Boat House Grille and The Inn on the Lake.
Packages and Specials
The 1795 Acorn Inn Bed and Breakfast provides luxury accommodations in the Finger Lakes. Located just ten minutes from Canandaigua in a peaceful country setting. Conveniently located to many of the activities listed above. The 1795 Acorn Inn B & B has several great packages during the months of May and June. Check out our Packages and Specials. You may just find a great value to go along with a great stay.
Bonus Tip! – Celebrate the rich heritage of Clifton Springs at the Sulphur Springs Festival on Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2. Weekend activities include: live musical acts, games for the kids, food, wine, beer, a car show, and more! The festival is free and takes place in Downtown Clifton Springs. For more information, including a schedule of events visit the link above or call the Clifton Springs Chamber of Commerce at (315) 462-8200.
Once again, the 1795 Acorn Inn Bed and Breakfast in Canandaigua, New York has received the AAA Four Diamond Award. The 1795 Acorn Inn is the only Bed and Breakfast in New York State to have received the AAA Four Diamond Award for 22 consecutive years. According to AAA, “Four Diamond establishments are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obvious enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service, and attention to detail.”
AAA Four Diamond Award
AAA Four Diamond Award
Each AAA Four Diamond property has something unique to offer. AAA’s professionally-trained inspectors use strict guidelines to conduct unannounced hotel evaluations. Diamond levels are assigned based on their findings. When a property changes hands or when a new property seeks to be evaluated, AAA sends a “secret sleeper” for the evaluation. AAA inspectors evaluate 59,000 properties annually. Out of those, less than is percent of hotels achieve the coveted Four Diamond Status.
The staff at the 1795 Acorn Inn Bed and Breakfast works diligently to maintain not only AAA Four Diamond Award standards, but our own as well. First of all, it is our goal to provide our guests with an luxurious, enjoyable, memorable experience. Additionally, we are meticulous about cleanliness. Also, we serve a beautifully prepared and tasteful full breakfast. And provide unmatched customer service. Our warmth and hospitality shine through. We love what we do and it shows.
Most noteworthy, our pride. We all take great pride in what we do. At the end of the day, it makes all the difference in the world. And, what girl doesn’t like diamonds?
Packages and Specials
Don’t forget to check out our Packages and Specials. You may just find a great value to go along with a great stay.
