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Boutique Luxury Resort on Canandaigua Lake in the Heart of Finger Lakes Wine Country, NY

The Lake House on Canandaigua

Stay on the water, enjoy endless on-site activities, thoughtful amenities, lakeside dining, and more.

The Lake House is a MICHELIN Guide-recognized lakefront resort hotel in the Finger Lakes offering lake access, waterfront dining, modern guestroomsmany with lake views and private balconies, plus a full-service spa with Nordic cedar barrel saunas overlooking the lake.

On-site amenities include a heated lakefront pool, oversized jetted hot tub, resort-wide fire pits, plus year-round wellness classes, boating activities in summer, and nearby skiing in winter – all just a short drive from Rochester, New York, and surrounded by the Finger Lakes best wineries.

 

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Lush, seasonal plantings create stunning gardens that surround the property in a tapestry of color and contribute to the property’s sustainability efforts. Take a guided tour during your stay and discover the story behind the landscape and the care woven into every pathway.

Venture to downtown Canandaigua to enjoy shopping and local attractions, or embark on a tour of one of the many local wineries and breweries, plus, nearby Bristol Mountain ski resort is a beacon for winter fun with 138 acres of skiable terrain, high speed quads, and 39 slopes.

Need a ride? Our hotel shuttle can transport you and your group to winery and brewery tours, and assist with airport transfers.

Stay just minutes from the region’s best live music concerts happening at CMAC performing arts center featuring today’s top artists under the stars.

Reserve your stay today and discover why the MICHELIN Guide named us one of the best lake vacations in the world, two years in a row.

Amenities

Hotel Shuttle + Free Parking

Free Internet Access

On-Site Restaurants & Bars

Room Service

Fitness Center

Heated Pool

Jetted Hot Tub

Pet Friendly

Meeting Facilities

Full-Service Spa

EV Charging

Concierge

  • Boat Rentals

  • Captained Boat Cruises

  • Kayaks & SUPs

  • Poolside Daybeds

  • Lakeside Dining

  • Fireside S'mores

  • Creative Classes

  • Yoga, Pilates, and Wellness

  • Bike Rentals

  • Live Music

  • Dive In Movie Nights

  • Oversized Hot Tub

  • Wine and Brewery Tours

  • Full Service Spa

  • Private Balconies


Accommodations

Explore our Lakefront Hotel Rooms in the Finger Lakes, Many Offering Panoramic Lake Views and Private Balconies

Embrace lake life at our luxury hotel on Canandaigua Lake. Each of our 124 guestrooms and suites is designed to capture the timeless charm of this historic property, infused with refined, artistic details such as hand-crafted furniture, and modern amenities like spacious Waterworks rain showers and impossibly soft linens. This is where nostalgia meets new memories, relaxation leaves plenty of room for adventure, and the boundaries between outdoors and in are relaxed.

 

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Food & Drink

Waterfront Dining in the Finger Lakes

From picnics on the lawn to celebratory, candlelit dinners at Rose Tavern, and fresh oysters enjoyed lakeside at the Sand Bar, there’s an atmospheric dining option for every moment. Equal parts American tavern and forward-thinking bistro, Rose Tavern features a menu designed to showcase the region’s stellar produce and internationally celebrated wines. And there’s no better way to cap a day at the lake than by sliding into a sun-warmed seat at the Sand Bar, cold beer in hand.

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Things To Do In The Finger Lakes

Finger Lakes Events and Activities

Rich in local history and surrounded by the beauty of nature, Canandaigua Lake is a serene retreat from the pressures of everyday life. After a day spent swimming and boating on our pristine lakefront, go shopping in charming downtown Canandaigua, visit the historic boathouses nearby, or tour the Sonnenberg estate and gardens, take a tour of one of the many nearby wineries and breweries, hike a local waterfall trail, ski Bristol Mountain in winter or ride the zip line and tackle the ropes course in warmer months, ride bikes or enjoy a leisurely stroll along the lakeshore, or try your hand at beekeeping at a local farm. There’s something for everyone in Ontario County and the surrounding Finger Lakes! 

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Willowbrook Spa

Our Finger Lakes spa hotel is designed to prioritize your health and well-being.

Taking inspiration from its prime lakefront location and the region’s scenic splendor, the spa honors the healing power of nature and its effect on our well-being. Our treatments are designed to be a collaborative process between you and your therapist to address your unique needs. In addition to our restorative massage and advanced skincare treatments, Willowbrook invites you to connect with nature by spending time gathering and recharging in our peaceful sun room, serene garden and year-round Nordic-inspired saunas overlooking the lake. The Lake House ethos is rooted in our local community and natural surroundings: harnessing the beauty of the Finger Lakes to deliver authentic healing experiences that reflect a deep reverence for the lake, the land and the soul and spirit of our region.

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A Stunning Lakefront Wedding Venue in the Finger Lakes

Named a "World's Best Wedding Venue"

Imagine saying I do with the shimmering waters of Canandaigua Lake as your backdrop, surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens and the serene charm of The Lake House – the premier lakefront wedding venue in the Finger Lakes. Our idyllic Finger Lakes wedding resort offers a picture-perfect setting for your ceremony, with elegant, lakefront spaces, exceptional service, and thoughtfully curated culinary experiences. Our on-site wedding planner will work with you and your preferred vendors in lockstep to bring your vision to life, from intimate ceremonies at the water’s edge to grand receptions in the Event Barn, every detail is designed to help you relax and focus on creating lasting memories for both you and your guests. In between your special wedding events, guests can enjoy a full weekend of lakeside relaxation, from spa treatments and boat excursions to nearby winery and brewery tours, making your wedding not just a day, but a remarkable experience.

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Corporate Retreats in the Finger Lakes

An Unforgettable Meeting Venue in Canandaigua

Achieve your business goals with an off-site meeting or event in the Finger Lakes at The Lake House on Canandaigua. Invite team members and clients to experience lakefront meeting space, impeccable service, world-class culinary offerings, and lakeside activities that will leave them impressed, inspired, and rejuvenated. Secluded from the noise of everyday life, our property is the ideal, timeless setting for lakefront corporate and executive retreats in upstate New York near Rochester with endless team building activities and adventuring options for guests and attendees.

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CMAC Hotel Packages and Concert Venue

Live Music Under the Stars

Located only 5 minutes from our front doors is the CMAC (Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center) premier open-air music venue that brings world-class artists to an unforgettable setting. With its stunning backdrop of rolling hills and state-of-the-art acoustics, CMAC delivers an electrifying concert experience under the stars.

 

Pair your night of live music with a luxurious lakeside retreat where the perfect encore awaits with craft cocktails, waterfront dining, and luxurious accommodations.

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Where is Canandaigua?

The Lake House sits on the northerly shores of Canandaigua Lake, 26 miles Southeast of Rochester, in New York’s picturesque Finger Lakes region, surrounded by vineyards, craft breweries, historic townships and a bounty of natural beauty. Nearby wineries include Arbor Hill, Heron Hill (tasting room), Acquilano Wine Cellars, Barrel Necessities at Randall Standish Vineyards, Hazlitt Red Cat Cellars, and Inspire Moore Winery.

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Guest Feedback

“Wonderful stay at The Lake House!!!”

This stay was so very wonderful! We felt very welcomed when we first arrived and felt very valued throughout the whole trip! When we first arrived we had our room ready and once we arrived it was so nice and tidy! We spent a ton of time at the pool and we want to give the pool girls/boys a very special shout out; they were wonderful! We got our s’mores kit and enjoyed some family time around the fire pits! We got a wonderful night sleep and then left in the morning! We went to check out and of course had to get something from the gift shop! The quality of everything in the gift shop was amazing! Thank you to all of the staff who helped us have a wonderful, relaxing, very well needed, stay!

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

Everything about our overnight stay was exceptional! The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help. Our room exceeded our expectations, and the beautiful view made the experience even more memorable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to come back!

“Exceptional Experience”

Highly recommend. The resort was beautiful. The staff was kind and professional. The restaurants on site are excellent! Loved the convenience of on-site boat rentals. Live music in the evening at the Sand Bar was fantastic. We also participated in an activity that offered called “wood burning and whiskey”. We had an instructor who taught us the craft of wood burning while sipping/tasting 3 different whiskeys. Unique and memorable. Our instructor Susanne was knowledgeable, creative and fun! The Lake House is an exceptional experience.

“Doesn't Get Better Than This Hotel!”

We did a 10 day road trip from New England to Midwest. This hotel was hands down the absolute best. Clean. Amazing restaurant. Terrific service. Beautiful location. This hotel is the perfect hotel. I wish I had an excuse to be in the area again soon.

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