IN THIS EDITION
- Upcoming events in September/October
- Things to do this Autumn in the Finger Lakes
- Restaurant of the Month: Graft Wine and Cider Bar
- Winery of the Month: Hector Wine Company
- Book your Friends Get-a-way now for this coming Fall/Winter
- Recipe of the month: Pumpkin Pancakes with Apple Cider Syrup
FALL SPECIALS
Autumn Weekday Special: Experience the beauty of the Autumn foliage this fall in the Finger Lakes. Enjoy one of our rooms for two to five nights, Sunday through Thursday, and get $25.00 off the regular rate for every night you stay. Stay five nights and save $125.00!
Use code FALL to take advantage of this special. Offer valid until 11/30/2024
A Suite Stay and Dine deal: Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of the year in the Finger Lakes. Book one of our available suites Tuesday through Friday(minimum of two nights/maximum of three) and enjoy a $25.00 off the regular rate for every night you stay. Stay three nights and save $75.00! Plus we will give you a $25 Gift Card to Graft Wine and Cider Bar and we will even have sweet surprise waiting for you in your room!
Use code STAY to take advantage of this special. Offer only valid through 11/30/2024
(SPECIAL OFFERS ARE GOOD ON NEW RESERVATIONS ONLY)
UPCOMING EVENTS
WATKINS GLEN GRAND PRIX FESTIVAL
Sep 6, 2024
There’s something for everyone at the Grand Prix Festival in Watkins Glen, New York! Parked along the main streets of the village you will find over 600 classic sports cars of all ages and marques for your enjoyment.
NASCAR GO BOWLING AT THE GLEN WEEKEND
Sep 11 – 15, 2024
Try bowling at the Watkins Glen International Race Track during the NASCAR CUP SERIES Playoffs.
GARLIC HARVEST TASTING EVENT
Sep 14, 2024
Come taste over 20 different varieties of garlic, from the sweet and mild Creole Red to the rare and fiery Russian Inferno…and everything in between!
FINGER LAKES HOT AIR BALLOON & MUSIC FESTIVAL
Sep 27 – 29, 2024
This will be a fun weekend at Castel Grisch Winery in Watkins Glen, NY! Live Music, Local Beverages, Local Vendors & Balloons! 12&under FREE
SCOTTISH CEILIDH @ BEEROCRACY
Sep 26 – Oct 31, 2024
Grab your tartan and join us for a monthly Scottish Ceilidh under our Pavilion at The Beerocracy. Scot T. Graham-Raad will be onsite with his music and instructions to teach you all the Scottish dances.
CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS
Check out the Corning Museum of Glass this fall season for their glass harvest and glass pumpkin blowing events. It’s a unique way to enjoy the autumn season.
THINGS TO DO IN THE FALL
HIKE WATKINS GLEN STATE PARK
Watkins Glen State Park is the most famous of the Finger Lakes State Parks, with a reputation for leaving visitors spellbound. Within two miles, the glen’s stream descends 400 feet past 200-foot cliffs, generating 19 waterfalls along its course. The gorge path winds over and under waterfalls and through the spray of Cavern Cascade. Rim trails overlook the gorge.
TRUE LOVE SCHOONER EXCURSIONS
True Love has a storied past. From her hosting famous people in the 1930’s, to her sailing in the Virgin Islands for over 40 years, to her place in Hollywood, the True Love is ready to make memories for you as well.
Regardless of the occasion, True Love can make your event a memorable one. Whether you choose to enjoy a casual sail with others, charter a private tour, or you want to make True Love a part of your special day, we’re here to make every moment incredible.
WINE & GRAPE HARVEST
Fall is on of the best times to visit the Finger Lakes Wine Country. With over 100 wineries in the area and 26 within a 10 minute drive of Magnolia Place, you can sample award-winning wines during the harvest season. The grape harvest typically starts in early September and lasts through October the end of October or early November, as different varietals mature. Here is a link to some of the wineries near Magnolia Place
RESTAURANT OF THE MONTH: Graft Wine and Cider Bar
Located in downtown Watkins Glen, Graft Wine and Cider Bar features Tapas items, as well as, entrees. Orlando, owner/chef, and his team have curated a unique eatery with wide variety of items. They’re all New York wine, beer and cider selections feature the best of what the Finger Lakes has to offer.
The Hector Wine Company’s portfolio emulates a deep commitment to making wines that reflect the centuries old farm, Sawmill Creek Vineyards. Because of this commitment, they’ve handcraft each wine. This means that they handpick in the vineyard and employ a second hand sort at the winery every time. They allow for long fermentations, often spontaneous, and don’t rush the wines into the bottle. Their small production wines are carefully curated to express balance and terroir. Just down the road from Magnolia place, this winery features a variety of white and red wines, all truly handcrafted. Within the tasting room, there is a charming market featuring items to compliment your wine selections. They also host many events throughout the year.
PLAN YOUR Friends Get-a-way now for this Winter
RECONNECT WITH OLD FRIENDS AND CATCH UP AT MAGNOLIA PLACE
Whether it’s a girls weekend or a group of couples getting together, you and your friends will love catching up here in the Finger Lakes. There’s so much to do, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Enjoy a decadent breakfast, then head out to explore the wine trail or see the many waterfalls in the area, then evening fellowship with your besties.
Book four or more rooms (2 night minimum) and receive 20% off your stay. All rooms must be booked at the same time and this offer is valid from November 15, 2024 to March 30th, 2025.
To take advantage of this offer, call us at 607-546-5338.
RECIPE: Pumpkin Pancakes with Apple Cider Cinnamon Syrup
Recipe yields 8 to 12 pancakes.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1¾cup all-purpose flour
- 1½teaspoons baking powder
- ¾teaspoon fine salt
- ¼cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1½teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3large eggs
- ¾ cup Pumpkin
- ¼cup buttermilk
- 2tablespoons/28 grams unsalted butter, melted, plus room-temperature butter for cooking and serving
SYRUP :
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
METHOD:
Mix all your dry ingredients together with a whisk so they are well incorporated. Melt the butter, mix in the vanilla, eggs and buttermilk and whisk the wet ingredients together. Add in your dry components and mix, do not over mix, you may have some clumps, that’s ok!
For the syrup, pour the cider and lemon juice into a saucepan and place on medium heat. Mix the sugar, cinnamon and cornstarch together until well incorporated. Once the cider is hot, slowly pour in the sugar mixture constantly tiring so that it does not clump up. When the syrup begins to boil, turn down to a low heat to simmer for 10 minutes stirring occasionally. After 10 minutes, introduce the butter into the syrup and continue to blend it in. Once the butter is melted the syrup is ready. If it looks a little clumpy from the cornstarch, you can strain it through a fine strainer.
Cook your pancakes on a medium/high skillet, top with butter and syrup and enjoy!
BOOK NOW & ENJOY A HOMEMADE BREAKFAST
TESTIMONIALS
“The Magnolia Place and its surrounding area was awesome! Ron and Katy that owned it were very accommodating and personable! They served great breakfast. Jolene was also very nice. It was close to things we wanted to do. We visited the Gorge in Watkins Glen State park! Is was gorgeous. Went to the wine festival and had a great time. Enjoyed dinner on the water at Captain Bill’s
We would highly recommend the Magnolia Place Bed and Breakfast!” – Jeff S.
“This is a lovely spot overlooking Seneca Lake and slope side vineyards. Beautifully decorated and carefully managed. Breakfast was great; outdoor access directly from rooms very unusual and convenient. Massive covered porch in case it rains. You’re in the heart of wine country so there’s plenty to drink as you marvel at sunset. I have a very long and varied travel history on many continents over half a century and this is one of my top three destinations in the world. So don’t hesitate—stay here.” – Christopher F.
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