Is 16 Elm good for romantic getaways or anniversaries? Absolutely. In fact, that's, in part ,what it’s designed for and here’s how to do it right -

With only 5 suites, you'll enjoy genuine privacy and quiet that larger hotels simply can't offer. You're not navigating crowded hallways or hearing conversations through thin walls. When you're here, it feels like you have the place to yourselves. Because in many ways, you do.

Each suite features a spa bath experience, cozy interior, and elegant heritage décor. The soaking tubs are deep enough to really use. The lighting creates the right atmosphere.

When people picture a small historic property with five luxury suites, they often think "bed and breakfast." It's the familiar term. But when I started 16 Elm, I chose a different path — and it matters for the guest experience.

After 15 years in the event production industry I was very aware that how you set up a space and the feelings you can evoke is the key to curating a seamless and engaging experience for that guest whether it a gala event, inauguration or in this case overnight stays. I’ve taken that experience and crafted a boutique hotel that mirrors those values that most mattered to me as an event professional.

When guests ask how close we are to the wine trails, the simple answer is 10 to15 minutes. West to Seneca Lake. East to Cayuga Lake. Right in the middle. But the real answer runs deeper than distance.

I didn't choose the Finger Lakes, they chose me. I spent my younger years working these vineyards when the wine trail was just beginning to take shape.

A question I hear constantly: "When should we visit?" Every Season Tells a Different Story.

Fall is a very popular time to visit, and for good reason. September through October brings harvest season, vibrant foliage, and perfect hiking weather. The vineyards are heavy with grapes. The hillsides turn gold and red. But the wine trails are also busiest. Tasting rooms fill up…