2009 Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art Trail/Memorial Day Weekend Special for Two
1. Blue Heron Inn
Owners: Bruce and Tobi Zenker Ahlquist
Phone Number: 716-769-7852
Address: 10412 Main Street, Findley Lake, NY 14736
E-Mail Address: stay@thblueheroninn.com
Web Site Address: www.theblueheroninn.com
Open Studio Tour - Friday/Saturday nights – May 22 & 23
Put an artistic twist on this year’s Labor Day Weekend. Chautauqua-Lake Erie area artists and galleries have combined forces to offer an Open Studio Tour, May 23-24. This event features 19 artists and 6 galleries in Chautauqua County in close proximity to route 20 running from Silver Creek, NY to Sherman, NY. Artists studios open to the public from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday and from 11 AM to 4 PM on Sunday.
Enjoy a 2-night stay, full breakfast each morning and Saturday night dinner for two in the Blue Heron dining room.This is the perfect opportunity to learn about and support our regional artists. All-inclusive Package Cost: $369.00 – 399.00 double occupancy (package requires 2 night stay and includes all above amenities)
2. Brookside Manor Bed and Breakfast
Owners: Andrea Andrews and Dale Mirth
Phone Number: 800-929-7599 or 716-672-7721
Address: 3728 Route 83 Fredonia, NY 14063-9740
E-Mail Address: brookbnb@yahoo.com
Web Site Address: www.bbonline.com/ny/brookside
Slow Travel - Step by Step (04/23/2009 thru 05/31/2009)
"To know a place well, you have to walk the ground, talk to the locals, soak up the lore that gives a destination its distinction" National Geographic Traveler, 2008
The artists of the North Shore Arts Alliance of Chautauqua County Open House is Saturday, May 23, 2009 and Sunday, May 24, 2009, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm both days.Enjoy the beautiful works the artist have created, drive the back roads, taste an award winning wine, dine at Rocco's, The Brick Room, or Ellicotville Brew Company and stay at historic Brookside Manor Bed and Breakfast. Our comfortable rooms and delicious gourmet breakfast are the perfect way to enjoy the weekend.
One night for $103-107, two nights for $206-$214 with all taxes included for up to two people/room.
Mention this special when making your reservation either online or by phone, 1-800-929-7599.
3. Chautauqua Suites Meeting and Expo Center
Owners: HK McConnon
Phone Number: 716-269-7829
Address:215 West Lake Rd, Rte 394, Mayville NY 14757
E-Mail Address: stay@chautauquasuites.com
Web Site Address www.chautauquasuites.com
Open Studio Tour - Friday/Saturday nights – May 22 & 23
Two nights lodging with two $50 dinner vouchers (Add third night for $69.00) Delight in the gorgeous early summer lake views and countryside while visiting nineteen studios -- painters, photographers, wood workers, jewelry makers, potters -- open 10 am - 5 pm on Saturday & Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend. Stop at one of the local wineries for tours/tastings before a wonderful dining experience at Olive's Restaurant. After dinner, relax in the Bellini Lounge.
$260.00 based on double occupancy does not include tax or gratuity, third night offer does not include dinner voucher. Offer Valid Weekend of May 22nd 2009
4. Cherry Creek Inn
Owner: Sharon Howe Sweeting
Phone Number 716-296-5105
Address: 1022 West Road, Cherry Creek, NY 14723
E-mail adress: innkeeper@cherrycreekinn.net
Web site: www.cherrycreekinn.net
Open Studio Tour - Friday/Saturday night Memorial Day weekend - May 22 & 23
Two nights lodging for two in a Victorian Queen Room with full country breakfast and $40 voucher for the Mustardseed Restauant in South Dayton. $210. double occupany plus tax and gratuity. Visit local artists' studios and revel in the glorious travel through the countryside.