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The Traveling Wine Chick visits the Finger Lakes

By Elizabeth Smith

The inn resembles a small hotel in structure, but it is more like a bed and breakfast with regard to its warmth and charm. Each room is uniquely decorated, so no two rooms look alike. Room types include standard rooms with queen or king beds, whirlpool suites, and family suites. The accommodations are made to feel like home, right down to the beautiful and unique décor, luxury bedding, meticulously clean rooms, gorgeous sink (yes, I have a thing for cool sinks!), organic bathroom amenities, Egyptian cotton towels, corkscrew, and stemless wine glasses. Read more.

Lady Of The Lakes - Keuka Area Features Fine Wines, Good Food And More

By Frederica Dunn - The Jamestown Post-Journal

The gateway to the wine country is Hammondsport, voted the "Coolest Small Town in America" for 2012. I arrived for a July weekend of festivities that began with a big parade in Hammondsport. I stayed at the Vinehurst Inn, and each morning I would have a delightful breakfast and chat with the owner on the history of the region. Hammondsport is situated around a quaint village square-antiques, pottery, art, gift shops and restaurants with a short walk to the waterfront. This small town of less than 1,000 is the home of the Pleasant Valley Wine Company, whose eight historic stone buildings make for an excellent tour. Pleasant Valley is the oldest winery in the Finger Lakes region and the "Champagne Capital of America." These champagnes have been the most honored in European competitions for years. Read more.