After looking at about a dozen places, I narrowed our choice down to Los Gatos Bed & Breakfast. The owners, Burney and Susan, were incredibly hospitable, to the point of feeling like family. We arrived at 12.30am, and Burney helped us settle into our spacious 1st floor bedroom. It was decorated with antiques and the bed was covered by a quilt handmade by the local Mennonite women. Clean, cute, comfortable.
Our room; Hubby enjoying the free high-speed wireless internet
In the morning, we woke up to the wonderful smell of breakfast. It was a beautiful day; sunny 70s with a cool breeze. We sat outside and enjoyed French toast, sausages, homemade apple cider syrup, juice, coffee... The other 3 guests were from Massachusetts and Texas. (Apparently the inn, though young, has hosted guests from as far as California and Ireland. 'Celebs' like JPL's head scientist have graced the B&B as well... I told E to kiss the ground. :)) Being by the lake with the fresh country air was different; it was a welcome change from Pittsburgh, that's for sure.
The back of the house, where we had breakfast
We hung around the house a bit afterwards and played with Buttercup and Frisky, their two cats. (Cheating on Pepper!) Then following a fellow guest's suggestions, we hit Windmill, the local country crafts and produce market.
Lunch was at Esperanza Mansion, right by Keuka Lake. We had sandwiches - hearty cajun yellowfin tuna for me, turkey and brie with raisin glaze for hubby. Yummy, and gorgeous view!
Esperanza Mansion, and the view from our table
Keuka Lake
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