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Friends Lake Inn

963 Friends Lake Rd, Chestertown, NY 12817
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#1 of 2 hotels in Chestertown
Location
4.4
Cleanliness
4.7
Service
4.6
Value
4.1
Located near the charming town of Lake George, New York, Friends Lake Inn is rated as the #1 Romantic Getaway in the Adirondacks. Friends Lake Inn is a luxury Adirondack hotel offering romantic lodging and two on-site dining options; our intimate dining room and welcoming Birch Bistro featuring local hand crafted beers and signature martinis and manhattans! Guests are treated to a full made-to-order breakfast each morning. If you are looking for the perfect Upstate getaway, the Cabin provides privacy (includes a queen size sofa sleeper) and space to enjoy all the inn has to offer. Enter into a tastefully decorated Adirondack retreat with a cast iron stove, and a king bed. There is a soaker tub but the double steam shower is an incredible experience, plus the built in bench makes it a private sauna really. The cabin also has a full kitchen stocked with all the cooking utensils and plate settings you need for a couple. Imagine starting off your day with breakfast overlooking through the trees. Then, have lunch outside on a large screened porch while keeping an eye out for wildlife. In the evening, cook a great meal then go out to your private fire pit where you can sit watch the sunset, roast marshmallows and eat s’mores under the stars.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Sauna
Free breakfast
Golf course
Hiking
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Banquet room
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Horseback riding
Skiing
Billiards
Canoeing offsite
Patio
Board games / puzzles
Couples massage
Full body massage
Massage
Concierge
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun terrace
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Air conditioning
Fireplace
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Private balcony
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Iron
Private bathrooms
Flatscreen TV
Whirlpool bathtub
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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Lake View
Languages Spoken
English
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Marion M wrote a review Sep 2023
Chesterfield, Virginia20 contributions6 helpful votes
My husband and I just returned from a two night stay at the Friends Lake Inn, it was a wonderful visit. the inn is charming, comfortable, quiet and the furnishings are lovely. The food is also delicious but the best part of the stay, however, was the staff, especially Betty, Betsy, Jessica and Destiny. They were all friendly and efficient, we felt so welcome and they treated us like we were their family. If you are looking for a romantic, pleasant get away, I highly recommend this beautiful inn.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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sal v wrote a review Jun 2023
12 contributions7 helpful votes
Beautiful Inn with attention to detail. Everything is spotless. The staff is excellent Kathy our bartender and waitress was fantastic. The front desk attendants (Betty and another I did not get her nameof the other attendant) were so accommodating . We were informed before we arrived that breakfast would not be served on the morning we were leaving. Good communication and options were made. Our room was lovely unfortunately the air conditioning wasn’t up to par which made it difficult for us to sleep. Considering the time of year and occupancy was low it would have been nice to experience a different room with a nice view and better air conditioning. Possibly when we booked some other options could have been offered. My only other issue was the shower was really nice but no place to put shampoo soap conditioner. All in all it’s a lovely place and we would definitely return
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Date of stay: June 2023
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dda341 wrote a review May 2023
Thornwood, New York4 contributions1 helpful vote
A perfect getaway! Short, sweet and longing for more time at this adorable Inn. The accommodations were all about the “Adirondack” feel. The decor was charming; rich wood, luxurious bedding, comfortable rockers by the fireplace, and an elegant, modern bath with whirlpool tub and a large tiled shower. And ohhhh, those lounging robes! We enjoyed a cocktail on our private balcony before heading to the dining room for our dinner. The staff, the food, the chef were deserving of 5 Stars. So delicious, in fact, we had breakfast there as well. I’m still dreaming of the specialty pancakes. From our welcome to our goodbye, everything was perfect. Thank you. We will be back!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Responded May 26, 2023
dda341, WOW, it truly seems that you thoroughly enjoyed your room and the amenities it offers! I am sure it was disappointing you had to depart? I will share your review with our Team as I know it will make their week. We thank you for the Five Bubble review and we do look forward to your return in the near future. A great time to experience the North Country is midweek in the fall! Regards, Jeff
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Josh H wrote a review Feb 2023
Cockeysville, Maryland75 contributions26 helpful votes
I proposed to my girlfriend at the Friends Lake Inn this past weekend. The entire experience at this small intimate lodge was absolutely wonderful. We stayed in the Saranac Lake room. If you are a fan of quiet and romantic and like the Adirondack style, you will love that room. The pictures online don't do it justice. The steam shower and gas fireplace in the room were fantastic and the bed was very comfy. We had dinner in the restaurant the first evening and breakfast both mornings. The food was consistently excellent, especially the spicy tomato soup which I want the recipe for! Thank you Friends Lake Inn for a wonderful stay. I hope to be back sometime for an anniversary. -Josh and Jordan
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Feb 27, 2023
josh146, we love hearing when our guests have chosen Friends Lake Inn for their engagement (many have done so over it's history) and then at times to for their wedding venue as well. We greatly appreciate the many accolades in your Five Bubble review. We do look forward to seeing you both in the near future. Once again congratulations to you both, Regards, Jeff
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krmc52 wrote a review Feb 2023
Holbrook, New York10 contributions1 helpful vote
My husband and I had a great couple of nights thanks to the beautiful room Missy at the front desk recommended - Great Lakes Room. This room was just what we were looking for - bright, fireplace and a deck where we could see and hear the lake and waterfall. It was nice to have our room refreshed each day as many hotels are still not providing daily maid service. At Breakfast we were greeted by Kim who was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was excellent - homemade ketchup and 3-berry chutney! We had dinner at the Birch Room and Allison our bartender/waitress was excellent! She was outgoing, a good multitasker and a delight to chat with! The food and drinks were delicious. We had the filet mignon and strip steak. At breakfast Kim had told us she made all the desserts so we had to try two - pumpkin cheesecake and chocolate cake. Both were great! While at dinner Missy checked in with us to see how our stay was going. She stayed and chatted with us for a while before she left for the night. Overall we had a great time and feel the staff made all the difference to make our stay so memorable!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Feb 20, 2023
krmc52, it was a pleasure meeting you both and we are overjoyed that you had an awesome experience with us at FLI. We do appreciate guests when they take the time from their busy day to write their stories and mentioning how much our staff made their stay so much better! Stay well and hope to see you again this year. Regards, Jeff
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Susan G wrote a review Nov 2022
Woodstock, New York6 contributions4 helpful votes
The room was quiet and spacious with a really comfy bed ( we brought ouf own feather pillows). The staff was friendly and helpful and food first class. We are vegetarians. There were two options both unique and delicious. Terrific breakfast was included with homemade muffins. We used the trails and the game room. 2 days felt like a week away.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Jeff Stokholm, General Manager at Friends Lake Inn
Responded Nov 29, 2022
883SusanG883, your compliments on the food and options are greatly appreciated and I will share with our Team. Wonderful to read that you felt like time slowed down for you two. Next time you stay with us and have snow, we will groom our trails for snow shoeing (we need 12" in do this) . Merry Christmas, Jeff
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irishharp705 wrote a review Nov 2022
Clifton Park, New York4 contributions1 helpful vote
We loved our stay here! We like to stay midweek. It is very serene and peaceful. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Breakfast is excellent! We have not had an opportunity to try dinner here as we do not stay on weekends, however I am sure the quality is just as exceptional as breakfast. We look forward to our next stay!
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Nov 29, 2022
Greetings irishharp705, Thank you for your kind words on your stay and our Team! I will pass on your wonderful comments to our Chef and she will be pleased to receive your feedback. For your information dinner is served Thursday through Mondays, so give us a call and we will make you your next room and dining reservation! Until then stay safe and Merry Christmas, Jeff
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Highflyer B wrote a review Nov 2022
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The most impressive part of the visit was the people who work there. The food was excellent and every employee knew their job. The only drawback was the 3 story climb to get to the room. The hotel is somewhat dated and could stand an upgrade, but this is a minor observation. Overall the experience was great.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Jeff Stokholm, General Manager at Friends Lake Inn
Responded Nov 29, 2022
Highflyer B, We appreciate your 5 Bubble review and compliment about our Team, I will pass along your compliment. We are sorry that we did not have a room available on the second floor during your stay. Some high lights of our upgrades and improvements of the past 3 years include things that most guests do not see such as replacing 80% of the HVAC, kitchen equipment, extensive landscaping, expanding wedding lawn, creating the gathering place for outdoor weddings and social events, refreshing a number of guest rooms, public rest rooms and we will continue this winter with more refreshes. We are pleased in the end your overall experience was Great! Merry Christmas, Jeff
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Margaret H wrote a review Oct 2022
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Do “rustic” and “pampered” contradict each other? Not at Friends Lake Inn. The Adirondack decor and secluded setting tell you you’re out in the wilds, but the room amenities, indulgent dining, and super-friendly staff will make you feel like royalty. We stayed in the Mirror Lake room, featuring a fireplace, private entrance, and deck. The recently redecorated Adirondack dining room was also a highlight, with hand painted murals gracing the walls. The winter salad, filet mignon, salmon and risotto, pumpkin turtle cheesecake, and hazelnut crème brûlée were all scrumptious. Best of all, the atmosphere is laid back and every staffer we met did everything in their power to assure that we enjoyed our stay. We will be back!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Responded Nov 9, 2022
Margaret, It is so wonderful to read your story about your time with us here at Friends Lake Inn! We have been receiving wonderful reviews on Chef Rachels food and I will share your review with her and her team. Thank you for your kind words and compliments about our wonderful Staff. We hope to see you again this winter season to ski at Gore or snowshoe on our groomed trails. Stay well. Jeff
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Doug l wrote a review Oct 2022
Albany, New York
The beauty of the Inn and location is only surpassed by the quality of the staff. I could not recommend the Friendship Lake Inn enough. The room was gorgeous as were the facilities. The food too was excellent and though I did not try their lunch baskets I did think that was a really special offer that no one should pass up. The included breakfast was generous and better then expected compared to other hotels or B&Bs. So If you are looking for a wonderful time in a beautiful Inn, in a lovely location with excellent food and the best staff I have seen then the Friendship Lake Inn should be your next visit.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Responded Nov 9, 2022
HKdoug, WOW love your review and thank you for sharing your experience with our TA Fans! It is a great compliment to our team when guest will recommend us to their friends, and family and we appreciate getting the word out! Come back soon for the winter wonderland of the ADK. Jeff
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Frequently Asked Questions about Friends Lake Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Friends Lake Inn?
Nearby attractions include C&C Snowmobile Tours (1.5 miles), The Crossroads (4.3 miles), and Rustic Charm (2.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Friends Lake Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Friends Lake Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a fireplace.
What food & drink options are available at Friends Lake Inn?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Friends Lake Inn?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Friends Lake Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Main Street Ice Cream Parlor Inc., Odd Duck, and The Bullhouse.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Friends Lake Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a sauna during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Friends Lake Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Friends Lake Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting North Creek Depot Museum (8.1 miles).
Does Friends Lake Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the lake view available here.