Keuka Lakeside Inn

Finger Lakes


What this place lacks in historic charm (it's a simple motel block), it more than makes up for in location, right on the edge of the water. The 17 rooms decorated in natural colors have a simple style.


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1. Keuka Lake Vineyards

1.72 MILES

Specializes in riesling, vignoles, cabernet franc and Léon Millot. The grapes are grown in a sustainable way without the use of herbicides or pesticides.

2. Dr Konstantin Frank

4.6 MILES

Four generations of the Frank family have run this multi-award–winning winery since 1962. The verandah of the tasting room offers spectacular views of…

3. Barrington Cellars

11.54 MILES

Barrington's deck, 8½ miles south of Penn Yan, is a favorite place to stop for a drink. It's just 500ft off the lake and flush with labrusca and vinifera…

4. Stever Hill Vineyards

12.08 MILES

Stever Hill has its tasting room in a restored old barn. Chocolate and cheese pairings ($10) can also be had alongside the wines.

5. Hunt Country Vineyards

13.07 MILES

Tours are available at this family-run winery where you can combine your tasting with samples of artisan chocolate ($5). Light meals can also be had at…

6. Rooster Hill Vineyards

14.48 MILES

Offers tours and tastings with a deck area overlooking the northeast end of Keuka Lake. Its riesling, cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc have won…

7. Keuka Spring Vineyards

16.73 MILES

Just south of Penn Yan, this is a local favorite in a pastoral setting. Keuka Spring has won many awards for its oaky cabernet franc.

8. Hermann J Wiemer Vineyard

18.56 MILES

This classy operation is known for its outstanding range of Rieslings; sample a flight ($10) showcasing the differences between wines produced from grapes…