Lodi, NY, is in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country and is surrounded by many creameries, breweries, wineries, the National Forest, and Lodi Point State Park. The state park offers a boat launch, kayaking, walking beach and picnic facilities, while the National Forest and nearby Watkins Glen State Park offer some of the finest and majestic walking trails and gorges on the east coast.
Along the trail are several eateries, including Dano’s restaurant (1 mile from Cottage Views), and Stonecat Café. 30 minutes north is the historical city of Geneva with many restaurants and shops. To the south is Watkins Glen, home of The Glen speedway and NASCAR racing. 20 minutes east is the village of Trumansburg; a bustling main street with a mix of old rural and modern funk, featuring antiques, dining, bars, and nightlife. Between Trumansburg and the city of Ithaca is Taughannock State Park with a 215 foot waterfall and hiking trail. Ithaca itself offers a wide variety of international cuisine, music venues, and the renowned Ithaca Commons shopping district.
With so much to offer, there is always something to do in the Finger Lakes – and Seneca Lake is the heart of the district.
The Finger Lakes are made up of extensive farming communities. Local car and tour services are available for wine and beer tours. We will be happy to supply you with a list of companies should you be interested in booking a designated driver. Additionally, Cottage Views will be happy to help put together an itinerary for you. Feel free to e mail CottageViews@aol.com
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Picking in the Pasture Bluegrass Festival 2024 – Aug. 22-24.
FLX Hot Air Balloon Festival 2024 – Sept. 27-29
Other area events:
Seneca Lake Wine Trail Winter Warm Up weekend – March 8 – 10, 2024
Seneca Lake Wine & Cheese weekend – April 12-14, 2024
FLX Tatting Group – Back to Basics weekend April 12-14, 2024
Rosé in May weekend – May 6-10, 2024
Seneca Lake Smokin’ Summer Kickoff – June 8-9, 2024
Seneca Lake Deck the Halls I – November 22-24, 2024
Seneca Lake Deck the Halls II – December 6-8, 2024
View All Official Seneca Lake Wine Events Here
Recommended Car Services:
Main Street Drivers – James – (888) 327-4460
FLX Best – Stacy – (607) 441-9463
Pico’s Transit Authority – Mike – (607) 767-5528
Imperial Limo – Enzo – (800) 303-6100
Grapevine Country Tours – Bonnie – (800) 536-8123
Links to some of our favorite places:
Culinary
Coltivare Culinary Center – Ithaca
NY Wine and Culinary Center – Canandaigua
Nightlife/Theater
State Theatre, Ithaca (live performances)
The Hangar Theatre, Ithaca (live performances/plays)
Smith Opera House, Geneva (live performances)
Sports/Hiking
D & K Ranch Horseback riding
True Love Schooner Sailboat cruise on Seneca
Captain Bill’s Seneca Lake Sightseeing Cruise
Taughannock State Park and Waterfall
Please Note: Event dates for The Glen race track have changed this year.
6 Hours of the Glen endurance race – June 20 – 23, 2024
Vintage Grand Prix – August 21 – 25, 2024
Vintage Festival and Road Rally – Friday, Sept. 6, 2024
NASCAR weekend – Sept. 11 – 15, 2024