The Lake House on Canandaigua
Modern lakehouse aesthetic meets generational family warmth — residentially scaled, sustainability-focused, with artisan furniture and local art throughout. Feels like a design-forward family compound that happens to have 124 rooms.
Book directly on the hotel's own website for the best rates — they explicitly advertise best available rates for direct bookings
Why It Matters
Michelin Guide-recognized resort and the sole lakefront luxury property on Canandaigua Lake. Named #2 Resort Hotel in the Continental U.S. by Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards (2021). Built by grandchildren of the founders of the Canandaigua Wine Company on the site of a former beloved motor lodge.
The Lake House on Canandaigua is the only lakefront luxury resort on Canandaigua Lake — a Michelin Guide-recognized property opened in 2020 by the Sands family, designed by The Brooklyn Home Company. Think 124 rooms with hardwood floors and handcrafted furniture, a Nordic-sauna spa, wood-fired restaurant, and a dockside bar with a vintage boat hanging from the ceiling. It works year-round: boating and watersports in summer, nearby skiing in winter, and Finger Lakes wine trails any time.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Cottage Double Queen
Cottage building with two queen beds and a private balcony with partial lake views. Good for families who want their own space away from the main building energy.
2 Queens
Cottage King
Located in the cottage buildings rather than the main house. Gets partial lake views (not full panorama) and a private balcony. Same handmade furniture and rainfall shower quality as the main building rooms, just a slightly more tucked-away feel.
KingCottage King Suite
Biggest of the cottage suites at 581 sq ft. Soaking tub, double vanities, a separate living area with daybed, and a private balcony with partial lake views. More of a compound feel than the main building suites.
KingCottage Woods Double Queen
Two queen beds with a forest-facing private balcony. The most affordable entry point for families who prioritize space and quiet over a lake view.
2 QueensCottage Woods King
Faces the surrounding woods rather than the lake — quieter and more private, but you trade the water view for forest stillness. King bed, private wooded balcony, rainfall shower, and all the same handcrafted furniture.
KingLake View Double Queen
Same main building location and 180-degree lake panorama as the Lake View King, but with two queen beds — the right call for families or friends sharing a room. Still gets the full balcony and rainfall shower treatment.
2 QueensLake View King
Main building room with 180-degree panoramic lake views. Has a spacious private balcony, artisanal Brooklyn Home Company furniture, hardwood floors, and a rainfall shower. This is the go-to pick for a solo traveler or couple who wants to wake up to the full lake panorama.
KingLake View King Suite
The premium upgrade in the main building. Spacious king bedroom with double vanities, soaking tub, and rainfall shower. A separate parlor with fireplace and a twin sofa bed means you can actually spread out — or bring an extra guest. The lake-view balcony seals it.
KingStandard Double Queen
Two queen beds with town views — no lake vistas, but the same quality finishes throughout. Smart choice for groups watching budget who still want the full resort experience.
2 QueensStandard King
Town-facing rather than lake-facing — the most budget-conscious option at the property. Same handmade furniture and rainfall shower quality, just looking toward Canandaigua town rather than the water.
KingStandard King Suite
Spacious suite with king bed, parlor room, and a twin sofa bed — no lake view, but 547 sq ft of room to stretch out. Good for longer stays or guests who want suite-level space without the premium lake-view pricing.
KingThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Canandaigua Boatworks is the official on-site provider. Pontoon boats for leisurely lake days, plus high-performance surf and wake boats. Available in summer.
Guided cruises on Canandaigua Lake — sunset cruises in summer and foliage tours in fall.
Intimate hands-on cooking experiences led by the Lake House Executive Chef — including a signature gnocchi-making class for curious home cooks.
Guided, transportation-included tours of the best Finger Lakes wineries and breweries. The hotel handles all logistics and reservations.
Every Sunday evening in season, poolside films screen under the stars. Beverage service continues throughout the film. Complimentary for guests.
Outdoor Pilates classes led by instructors from The Reformery, a boutique fitness studio from Rochester. Classes held lakeside at the dock.
Year-round yoga and meditation classes held in the on-site yoga studio. Complimentary for guests.
E-bikes available for rental and complimentary cruiser bikes for guests to explore the lake roads and surrounding area.
Resort-wide fire pits with complimentary s'mores kits provided each evening — a simple but reliably popular touch.
On-site shuffleboard and various lawn games — good for casual afternoons between lake activities.
Guided tours of the property's curated gardens, designed by an in-house horticulturalist who focuses on sustainability and native plantings.
The hotel's golf package includes a full round at nearby Cobblestone Creek Country Club with premium club rentals. Available April–October.
Winter guests have access to nearby ski areas. The hotel positions itself explicitly as a year-round resort with winter skiing as a key activity.
A flight of house-selected whiskeys paired with a wood-burning pyrography art session.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Lakefront meeting space for corporate retreats and executive off-sites.
Dedicated on-site yoga studio for classes and personal practice.
On-site concierge can arrange daily itineraries including yoga classes, wine tastings, restaurant reservations, and local excursions.
A dedicated event barn for weddings, concerts, and private celebrations.
Dogs are explicitly welcomed as guests at The Lake House.
Heated outdoor pool at the lakefront, open year-round. Private poolside daybeds available.
The eco-friendly property relies on geothermal power and has water bottle refilling stations around the grounds.
Complimentary shuttle service within 3 miles of the resort. Airport transfers also available (priced separately).
Newly constructed 40-slip boat dock at the lakefront — used for water activity rentals and guest boat tie-ups.
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