Friends Lake Inn
963 Friends Lake RoadChestertown, NY 12817
Phone 518-494-4751
EmailContact by Email trudy@friendslake.com
Website http://www.friendslake.com
Experience the comfort and intimate ambiance of our handsomely restored inn, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Adirondacks. Guest rooms feature antiques, fine fabrics, and featherbeds, most with lake views, Jacuzzis and/or fireplaces. Nationally acclaimed cuisine is served daily in the candlelit nineteenth century dining room, complemented by gracious service and a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning wine list. Swim at the beach or in the pool, canoe, or fish on Friends Lake. Ski, snowshoe or hike on 32 km. of trails. Come soon--we look forward to meeting you! AAA . DiRoNa award of dining excellence

$300+
- Cash
- Check
- Visa
- MC
- AmEx
- DC
- Traveler's Cheques
- Gift Certificates
Weekends, Holidays, Peak Season
Yes
Over 12
17
Mountains
Onsite, Business Hours
- Pool
- Free Onsite Parking
- Gardens on Property
- Laundry/Drycleaning Services
- GLBT Friendly
- Green/Enviro-Friendly
- National Historic Registry
Onsite , Nearby
Smoke-Free
No
Inside
Wireless, Complimentary
Limited

Our seventeen guest rooms are individually decorated and range from warm country to more rustic, but sumptuous "Adirondack". Each of our luxurious guest rooms has its own distinct personality, yet all are equally charming. Which room you choose depends on availability and your chosen level of amenities desired. Our "Traditional Rooms" and "Adirondack Lodge Rooms" differ in price according to the varying amenities. All contain at least a queen bed or better, private bathroom, and an outdoor view. Many include a Jacuzzi, balcony, fireplace, magnificent lake or mountain views and other pleasurable luxuries. All rates are based on double occupancy. Single Rates are available upon request. Rooms 3, and 17 are the only guest rooms that can accommodate 1-2 extra persons. Additional persons are $90 each per night MAP, $40 each per night B&B."
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Queen, King
Private
Front Desk
- Air Conditioning
- Antique Furnishings
- Bathrobes
- Featherbeds
- Fireplaces
- Hairdryers
- Luxury Linens
- Private Deck
- Private Entrance
- Refrigerators
- Rollaway Available
- Telephones
- Whirlpool or Jacuzzi
- Alarm Clocks
- Ironing Boards
- Turndown Service
- Laundry Service
- CD Players
- iPod Docking Stations
- Video Library

Our regionally acclaimed dining room captures the ambiance of the 19th century while specializing in sophisticated 21st century cuisine and service. Chef Matthew Bolton's imaginative New-American cuisine is exquisitely prepared and includes homemade breads and irresistible international desserts. Complement your selections with wine from our award-winning collection.
Enjoy the best food and wine in a simple but elegant setting. As the sun dips low outside, the dining room, with its tin ceiling and burnished woodwork, glows with rustic elegance. The meal, always of the freshest ingredients, is creatively composed and professionally served.
After a good night's sleep visitors enjoy a hearty country breakfast featuring everything from locally smoked Oscar's bacon and Eggs Benedict to Cinnamon Apple Filled Sweet Potato French Toast.
Several dining options are available to you: our Lakeview Dining Room is a sunny room with a beautiful view of the lake.
The Main Dining Room is the Inn’s original dining room, complete with burnished woodwork, a brick fireplace, and painted tin ceiling.
Finally, our private Wine Cellar Dining Room accommodates parties of up to 14 at one large dining table. Comfortable Mission-style furniture and an antler chandelier grace this space, which guests enter after passing by a glass-enclosed portion of the cellar, housing a portion of the Inn's extensive wine collection.
Yes
Full
Individual Tables
Yes
Beer, Wine, Spirits
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Special Diets Accomodated
- Vegetarian Options
- Picnics Available
- Room Service
$30+
Yes
Wine Spectator Grand Award of Excellence
DiRoNa

- Amusement Parks
- Antique Shopping
- Art Galleries
- Beaches
- Biking
- Boating
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Fishing
- Golf
- Hiking/Nature Trails
- Historic Sites
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Hunting
- Library
- Museums
- Rivers/Lakes
- Shopping
- Snow Skiing - Cross Country
- Snow Skiing - Downhill
- Snowmobiling
- Sports Events
- State/National Parks
- Tennis
- Whitewater Sports
- Winery Tours
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Friends Lake Inn - Cross Country Ski or SnowshoeSo Much To Do In The Adirondack Mountains! |
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Friends Lake Inn Corporate Retreat PackageThe Friends Lake Inn specializes in hosting small corporate meetings and executive retreats! |
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Friends Lake Inn Helicopter Ride PackageA bird's eye view of the Adirondacks! |
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Friends Lake Inn Massage PackageEnjoy a wonderful massage package in the heart of the Adirondacks! |
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Friends Lake Inn Romance PackageEnjoy a romantic stay in luxury accommodations and spark some romance! |
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Friends Lake Inn Sleigh Ride PackageDashing through the Adirondack snow! Enjoy a horse drawn sleigh ride through the beautiful snow covered mountains! |
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$185 per person single occupancy per package day The meeting package includes:
$45 per person per day includes:
Conference Room 17 X 29 (Max 22 persons)
Other options include the Parlor or the Library
Choose Two of the Following for Morning and Two for Afternoon
Choose Two of the Following for Morning and Two for Afternoon For each additional item chosen, add $1 per person Business Meetings at Friends Lake Inn are tailored to the specific needs of your organization. We can provide meeting room space for commuter or overnight conferences, with breakout refreshments and coffee, lunch and dinner as required. Choose between formal seminar rooms or an informal library or living room space with a fireplace. The Friends Lake Inn specializes in hosting small corporate meetings and executive retreats. We are located in the southeastern corner of New York’s Adirondack Mountains; only thirty-five minutes from Glens Falls, less than one and a half hours from Albany, and just ten minutes from Interstate 87. The Inn, with its Adirondack Great Room/Library and sun-filled "Murphy Room" meeting room, is the perfect place to host your next retreat or conference for up to 30 persons. The Inn was built in the 1860s and has enjoyed a 130 year tradition of fine cuisine and warm hospitality. Known as a haven for those seeking a relaxed environment, the Inn has been restored to its original beauty and quiet elegance. We are dedicated to excellent service and high quality in a comfortable environment. If your agenda leaves time for fresh air and/or exercise, the Inn can offer you numerous choices. Miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing are right out the back door. Nordic ski rentals are available on premise. Horseback riding, whitewater rafting, golf and tennis are nearby. Guide service is available for fishing, hunting, wilderness hiking and/or mountain biking trips. Team building professionals are available for indoor and/or outdoor sessions. We would be honored to host your meeting. Copier, fax, VCR, an overhead projector, and light secretarial duties are included. There are rental charges for all other A/V equipment rentals. |
- Business
- Family Reunion
- Social
- Onsite Catering
Indoor
More about our meetings services
What could be more perfect than an outdoor wedding at Friends Lake Inn? With our beautiful pond and gazebo as a backdrop, an elegant enclosed tent, exquisite food and exceptional service, we have been proud to be a part of some of the most memorable wedding receptions ever on our own back lawn.
We offer a variety of wedding packages which can be customized for your own special day. The most popular is our "Signature Sampler Reception", where food is prepared and served at various stations throughout the event. We provide a pasta station, a cheese and fruit table, salads, and a carving station, for example. This creates a casual party atmosphere, allowing your guests to eat and drink when they want, and the freedom to visit, sit, or dance, without being forced to stay in one seat. Traditional buffets are also offered, along with sit-down dinners.
- Ceremony
- Receptions
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Bridal Luncheon
- Indoor
- Outdoor
50-99
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