Fontainebleau Inn

I am supposed to attend a wedding at this establishment. I have called several times to ask some simple questions and have never gotten an answer or a returned call!

Fontainebleau Inn, in Alpine, NY, is the PERFECT place for a romantic, intimate, exquisitely beautiful wedding. My daughter got married there in July, 2013.
We had the inn to ourselves (including some family and close friends) for the whole weekend. We had the run of the place. We could swim in the lake; take a canoe ride or just lounge on the huge porch or expansive lawn. We had time to relax and prep for the big event. Terri and John and their staff were incredibly supportive, helpful without being intrusive. No need for a wedding planner. Terri helped us find the perfect caterer, DJ, florist… everything. She and John have gone to great lengths to authentically restore the old inn. The bedrooms are charming and so comfortable. The library, dining rm, kitchen, foyers… all spacious and decorated with a classic New England look. The reception hall is amazing. Beautiful beamed ceilings, stunning wood floor, and a huge bar.
I was terrified about finding a place for our destination event (we live in Manhattan).
But the minute we walked into the inn, we knew it was the place. It lived up to our expectations. Actually, it exceeded them.
I used to write for soap operas and had to create many fantasy parties. I wish I’d known about this inn when I was in the biz. I definitely would have used it for a wedding location.
Addie Walsh

If I could give 0 stars, I would. I just called the Fontainebleau Inn to inquire about having a wedding there. Terri picked up the phone and was willing to listen to my questions. One of the wedding dates I had chosen were available so I went on to ask more questions.
I asked if she could mail or email me a wedding packet that would go more in depth than the website does. Terri said that everything I need to know is on the website.
Since I would be coming from 5 hours away, I asked if she would be available on ¹⁰⁄₁₃ to show us around the porperty. She said it depends on if there is an event that day and would not know for a while. I asked her if she could call me to confirm or decline the date and she told me that she didn’t think she could remember to call me and that I should call her back within a couple of weeks.
Just like I told her, it doesn’t sound like it’s going to work out. I’m very sorry but if you are getting questions about booking a wedding at your location, that means I want to spend tens of thousands of dollars at your establishment. Do not tell me to call you, you call me.
I need not stay here ever to experience the poor service I received on the phone.

As delightful a spot to rest your head as you could hope for.
I stayed here recently while in town for my cousin’s wedding, and the reception was held here as well. I expected some sort of country motel, but I was blown away by this little gem on the shores of Cayuta Lake.
The home is an elegant, expansive 1814-​era mini-​mansion set on a beautiful hill above the lake, and has been lovingly restored to perfect condition with a casual country charm throughout. The formal rooms are tasteful and classic, the kitchen porches and common areas comfortable and rustic, and the 6 guest rooms spacious and tastefully furnished, all with fully equipped en suite bathrooms.
As a reception site the spot is just perfect, especially for a crowd of 100 – 150 or so. A beautiful patio overlooking the lake provided a wonderful place for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres before dinner, and a tented enclosed dance floor afterward. The main reception hall is a warm wood open beam ceilinged affair, with a nice bar and plenty of room for tables. The beams were ringed with delicate lights and ivy, so the whole place seemed to glow (though that might have been the newlyweds, beaming!)
The hosts Terri and John were as accommodating as could be, and clearly born to the life of innkeepers. We really felt like personal guests in their home, and as at ease as we would be with old friends. I have stayed in wonderful inns and B&B’s all over the world and can say they personify the relaxed warmth and ability to make visitors feel welcome that characterizes the world’s best inns and lodging houses. Though we were unable to join the wedding party the next day for their send off breakfast in nearby Ithaca, the «light» continental breakfast Terri and John provided as we departed was simply delicious. I am still craving that thick-​crusted homemade toasted bread and organic jam!
A delightful bit of lodging comfort, style and hospitality where you might least expect it, just outside Ithaca, so close, yet truly far out.

We are using the Fontainebleau Inn as the venue for our upcoming wedding and have been SO impressed with the facility and the owners, John and Terri. The natural beauty of the Inn and the professionalism and experience of the staff — having handled weddings for over 20 years — make this a great choice for a Finger Lakes wedding.
Located right on the banks of the Cayuta Lake, the Inn has a classic elegance that you just can’t find in a banquet hall or other venue that you need to «dress up» to make feel fancy. The reception hall has a great old bar, huge stone fireplace, great wood beams, and lots of natural light to make a reception feel homey yet elegant. Additionally, there is a tented stone patio that overlooks the lawn rolling down to the lake that we are using for cocktail hour and dancing that provides a great setting for a big party!
The Inn additionally has 6 guest rooms that come with the facility rental. Along with nice rooms with queen beds, classic decorations, and private bathrooms, you get a fresh breakfast in the morning.
We have been totally satisfied with our choice to host the wedding at the Fontainebleau. Terri has a wealth of knowledge of the Ithaca wedding business and can make great recommendations for other local vendors to speak to and what types of decorations and setup options work best from what she has seen. She will certainly work to accomodate ANY special idea or request you have but has been a great resource for us in the planning process.
Overall — great location, great people, amazing venue.