Alice's Dowry Bed & Breakfast
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"Thanks for stopping by to take a peek at Alice's Dowry. We hope you like what you see."
Pretty nice wedding present, don't you think? This is what Alice's father gave her in 1876, and it remains as grand a haven as the day Dr. Nelson Barnes carried her across the threshold.
Along the way, Alice's descendants occupied the home, even entertained Franklin Delano Roosevelt while he was governor of New York state, and she's been awarded the honor of being listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Cincinnatus, just minutes from I-81, is tucked in the Finger Lakes Region near Cortland with Syracuse to the north, Binghamton to the south, Ithaca to the west, and Norwich to the east. It's convenient to area colleges, Whitney Point Lake, the Finger Lakes Trail and Skaneateles Lake.
Ours is a world of scenic landscapes and country roads where the stars light your way home. Come join us, we'd love to meet you!
Guests enter through the porch door which opens to the common room and front parlor. Here they only just begin to feel the warmth of Alice's Dowry. It's cozy; it's private - filled with antiques and plenty of whimsical charm!
The curved staircase, front parlor, common room, sun porch and guest bedrooms (with private baths, electroflame fireplaces, A/C & cable TV) are all part of the Alice's Dowry experience.
This is truly the guests' house as we live in our own private quarters in the back of the house.
We now offer wireless internet throughout the B&B.
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Directions to Alice's Dowry
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From I-81 Exit 10:
- 41S through McGraw to Telephone Road, 6 miles (Hathaway House on left)
- Telephone Road to Route 26, 8 miles
- Alice's Dowry is next to Historic Church
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From I-81 Exit 9:
- 221E to 26-41, 7 miles
- 26-41N to "Y", 3 miles
- 26N, 2 miles
- Alice's Dowry is next to Historic Church
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Area colleges:
- SUNY Cortland - 20 minutes
- Colgate University - 50 minutes
- Syracuse University - 60 minutes
- Cornell University - 45 minutes
- Ithaca College - 60 minutes
- SUNY Binghamton - 30 minutes
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Ski Areas:
- Greek Peak - 20 minutes
- Labrador - 20 minutes
- Song Mountain - 30 minutes
At Alice's Dowry get a feel for the country yet be within short, traffic jam free drives to the area's many wonderful sights and attractions. - Cincinnatus, New York
- Real country 4th of July Celebration with fireworks and parade. Annual Corn Festival every September.
- Marathon, New York - 15 minutes
- maple festival, golf, antiques, antiques, antiques!
- Hamilton, New York - 50 minutes
- Colgate University, antiques
- Cortland, New York - 20 minutes
- SUNY college, country music park, golf, Great Pumpkinfest, Cortland Repertory Theater
- Norwich, New York - 30 minutes
- Northeast Classic Car Museum
- Skaneateles, New York - 45 minutes
- lake, boat tours, antiques, boutiques
- 4 hours from NYC (George Washington Bridge)
- Ithaca, New York - 45 minutes
- Cayuga Lake, Wine Trail, antiques, boutiques
- Cooperstown, New York - 90 minutes
- Baseball Hall of Fame, Lake, Farmer's Museum
- Syracuse, New York - 50 minutes
- large city, malls, Historic District for walking and shopping, AAA Baseball Team, Minor League Hockey and Football, symphony, theater, Historic Armory Square, Interactive Science Museum
- Binghamton, New York - 30 minutes
- medium city, malls, Minor League Baseball, symphony, theater
- Whitney Point Lake, New York - 15 minutes
- water sports, boat rentals, fishing, hiking, picnicking
- Solon, New York - Just 10 minutes away
- Tinelli's Hathaway House
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Alice's Dowry offers much more than just a room to sleep. The front parlor (pictured on the home page) and adjoining common room are furnished with antiques, the most comfortable sofa you ever sat on, cable TV, VCR, vintage slot machine and oak ice box. Bottled water and soft drinks in the fridge are compliments of "Alice." There is also a telephone here for your use. You may want to note: ATT and Cingular cell phones work well in the house; Verizon does not."At Alice's Dowry the breakfasts are an art form"
Jim Moulton/web wanderer - The Maine Coastal JournalThanks to Mother Nature, breakfast is served with perennial entertainment right outside the sun porch windows: Crocus in early spring play peek-a-boo through the melting snow ~~ hummingbirds join you for breakfast on summer mornings ~~ autumn leaves flirt with you as they dance in the wind ~~ and delicate snow flakes create a winter wonderland.
"You were perfect hosts and the breakfasts...Martha Stewart move over!" Janie & Mike
Full sit down Breakfast with Fresh Fruit, choice of Juice's,Breads Bagels, Sweet rolls, Yogurt, Coffee/Tea's. Sample menu includes: Quiche, Fruit Stratta's, Pancakes, Eggs Benedict, Waffles & Fresh fruit, Saw mill gravy & biscuit. Breakfast is at the Chef's whim, unless choice is given. Special orders with advanced notice.
Dinners also available with advanced notice. Sample of Dining options Beef Stroganoff, Beef / vegetable Lasagna, Shrimp scampi, Tortellini Cabonara, Chicken /marsala/piccata or parmigiana,Roasted Turkey, Roast pork loin. All meals come with Appetizer, Fresh Salad, Soup and Dessert and fresh baked bread or rolls.
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Let us entertain you!
At Alice's Dowry it is important your visit is all you expect and hopefully more. So, tell us what's your pleasure. We'll do our best to help you find it; we'll even show you how to get there. We'll provide you with suggestions and information relevant to your inclinations.
If you want to be lazy, right here at home, lose yourself in our reading materials or in the gardens. Or be energetic; hike up the nearby hill for a scenic view of the valley.
But we encourage you to wander further to survey our countryside of treasures; to really feel the area. Squeezed within a minute to an hour drive are seasonal sports and recreations, natural wonders, all kinds of shops, and of course, wonderful restaurants. Have fun!
Area Golfing Play golf at scenic Knickerbocker Country Club just one mile away. This is an 18 hole course (5300 yds.) offering golf the way it should be! No tee times or lines just a casual and relaxing game. Stunning scenery from all over the course and prices that will astound you.
Weekdays: $13.50 a round
Weekends: $16.00 a round
(Riding carts: $23.00)
Nine holes even less expensive.Whitney Point Lake A pristine 1200 acre reservoir with over 10 miles of shoreline is just 15 minutes away. Whitney Point Lake offers swimming, hiking, picnicking, boating and fishing at two different recreation areas on the lake. Rentals of rowboats, canoes and Sunfish sailboats (lessons available) are offered from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Free public access makes this the right choice for those looking for a relaxing lake experience. Contact us for more information and a detailed brochure showing all of the amenities.
"You made a weekend get away into a true vacation." Brigette & Paul
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- Knickerbocker CC Golf Course - Just one mile from Alice's Dowry. 18 hole course offering great golf at even greater prices. Look for our weekday golf package.
- Earl Rumsey Durand - Nationally recognized artist/sculptor.
- Labrador Mountain Ski Resort - Just 20 minutes away. Ski where the locals ski and spend more time on the mountain than waiting on the ski lift line.
labradormtn.com - Cincinnatus Corn Festival - Annual festival every third Saturday in September. Parade, crafts, displays, entertainment, games, food court and more! Admission is always FREE.
- Cortland Repertory Theatre - Professional summer stock theatre at a beautiful lake setting. June thru September. Half hour away.
www.cortlandrep.org - Finger Lakes Artists and Crafters Network - Finger Lakes artists, gift shops, museums and festivals.
www.fingerlakesartists.com - The Outdoor Lodge's Top Fishing Sites - Bed and Breakfast just steps from great brown trout fishing!
www.theoutdoorlodge.com - Sportmens Den - A fully stocked dealer in all your outdoor needs! they have everything for the Archers, Hunters, & Fisher(wo)men.
www.thesportsmensden.com - Cortland County Sportsmen Federation - consists of twelve clubs in Cortland County, NY. A non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing all of the outdoors sports for its members and future generations.
cortlandsportsfederation.isportsdot.com/ - High Victorian Homes & Guided Tours Finger Lakes Region
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www.vancouverBNB.com - O' Canada House Vancouver Bed and Breakfast - Provides luxury, historical accommodation restored to its original Victorian decor. Situated in the West End of Vancouver British Columbia.
www.ocanadahouse.com/links.htm - Cortland County Sportsmen Federation - consists of twelve clubs in Cortland County, NY. A non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing all of the outdoors sports for its members and future generations.
cortlandsportsfederation.isportsdot.com/ - The Inn at Mallard Cove, Olympia, WA
www.theinnatmallardcove.com - High Victorian Homes & Guided Tours Finger Lakes Region
www.historicnearwestside.com
- Knickerbocker CC Golf Course - Just one mile from Alice's Dowry. 18 hole course offering great golf at even greater prices. Look for our weekday golf package.