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Skaneateles - a Unique Village on the Lake
With restored buildings dating back to 1796, taking a stroll in Skaneateles is like taking a stroll back in time
Skaneateles is picturesquely situated on the pristine shores of Skaneateles Lake in the Finger Lakes Region. The village’s downtown historic district’s shops and galleries are housed in restored buildings dating back to 1796 and taking a stroll through Skaneateles is like taking a stroll back in time.
But Skaneateles is not just a visual and historic wonder, it is also host to numerous events year round such as the Skaneateles Music Festival, Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show and the Dickens Christmas celebration. During the Spring/Summer/Fall months, take a liesurely tour of one of the 11 Finger Lakes, Skaneateles Lake, aboard the historic craft, the Judge Ben Wiles.
The surrounding area offers endless opportunities for exploration ranging from turn-of-the-century architecture, to stops along the Underground Railroad, to some of the most beautiful hiking trails you'll find in New York State.
Spend some time and book a room at one of the area’s many cozy B & B's, historic inns, motels or hotels and while there, enjoy tantalizing cuisine from the plethora of dining establishments or visit one of the beer, wine or whisky tasting rooms in and around Skaneateles.
But Skaneateles is not just a visual and historic wonder, it is also host to numerous events year round such as the Skaneateles Music Festival, Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show and the Dickens Christmas celebration. During the Spring/Summer/Fall months, take a liesurely tour of one of the 11 Finger Lakes, Skaneateles Lake, aboard the historic craft, the Judge Ben Wiles.
The surrounding area offers endless opportunities for exploration ranging from turn-of-the-century architecture, to stops along the Underground Railroad, to some of the most beautiful hiking trails you'll find in New York State.
Spend some time and book a room at one of the area’s many cozy B & B's, historic inns, motels or hotels and while there, enjoy tantalizing cuisine from the plethora of dining establishments or visit one of the beer, wine or whisky tasting rooms in and around Skaneateles.
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