Fontainebleau Inn Reviews
Reviews
4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
42 Reviews
96% recommend it
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Liz H. Sent on 10/06/2019An Absolute Dream
Stop reading this and book the Fontainebleau Inn for your wedding! I cannot say enough about how amazing this venue is! It is kind of in the middle of nowhere which only adds to its magic. With 7 guest rooms onsite we were able to stay with our entire wedding party which made the weekend that much more fun. There is also a bridal suite for getting ready the morning of. It was so convenient to have our entire day take place in the same location. The Inn itself is absolutely beautiful plus there is the lake and access to the woods which was ideal for photos. Terri & John were super nice and helpful and the daily breakfasts were delicious! We love this place so much and hope to go back for our anniversary next year! Thank you Terri & John for helping make 9/28/19 the happiest day of our lives! -
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Lauren Sent on 08/11/2019Extraordinary
This location, venue, and services provided were beyond any of our wildest expectations. From day one, Terri and John are helpful, professional, and easy to work with and have a seamless process to make weddings happen perfectly! We were able to relax with our family and have the dreamiest wedding. We’ve received countless compliments on the venue and it’s truly a hidden gem! From the amazing homemade breakfasts to the intricate details in each room, this venue is the best!! -
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Rachel Sent on 08/08/2019Couldn't have imagined our wedding anywhere else..
The Fontainebleau Inn was an absolute dream. It truly is the most beautiful setting for a wedding. We had a majority of our guests traveling from out of town and seeing the Finger Lakes for the first time. They were blown away by the Fontainebleau’s beauty and everyone had a blast. Terri and John were incredible to work with. From day 1, they were always available to respond to questions we had leading up to the wedding. Their staff were such a great help in the setup and breakdown of our decor which took away a ton of our stress! For those staying at the Inn for their wedding weekend, be ready for some delicious breakfast and the most beautiful view to wake up to! -
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Solara Sent on 06/25/2018After deciding to get married in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, my fiancé and I visited quite a few wedding venues in the area. Even in the middle of winter, when imagination was required, the Fontainebleau, a magical inn on Cayuta Lake, stood out. Throughout the year of planning we worked closely with Terri by email. She was always quick to respond and very organized and helpful. She provided vendor suggestions, as well as layout options for the reception room, alcohol options, timeline templates, etc.
We were lucky to stay at the inn with our families from Friday to Monday over our wedding weekend in June of 2018. John and Terri are fantastic hosts. They were so relaxed the entire time. They offered help when needed but otherwise gave us the freedom to enjoy the beautiful property as we wished. Terri's wonderful, hearty breakfasts for those of us staying at the inn were also superb.
We held a rehearsal BBQ dinner on Friday night on the inn’s patio and the wedding itself on Saturday afternoon. The inn and the grounds were immaculate; all of our guests couldn’t get over the stunning location. The day after the wedding we relaxed at the water’s edge and swam in the lake, reminiscing about the joy and fun felt at the wedding.
On the wedding day itself, Terri and John ran the event seamlessly. They are true professionals. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing. We utilized the salon room to get ready, the lawn for the ceremony, the stone patio for dancing and cocktail hour, and the elegant reception room for speeches and dinner. Terri listened to all of my ideas and requests and executed them perfectly, like serving perfect margaritas and mojitos on specific trays I brought. It was such a pleasure working with Terri and John from beginning to end. They are kind, supportive, and thoughtful individuals. We were truly sad to leave after such a magical few days but will cherish the memories of this incredible event for the rest of our lives. -
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Molly Sent on 06/08/2018We recently had our wedding at the Fontainebleau Inn and could not have imagined a better experience. Not only is the scenery amazing, the innkeepers, Terri and John, are a dream to work with! They provided us suggested vendors, were responsive to all our questions, and clearly know how to handle all the big and little things associated with a wedding. As part of the venue wedding package, we had all the bed and breakfast rooms in the inn for both Friday and Saturday night--the rooms are BEAUTIFUL and so comfortable and it was nice to not feel rushed to get to and from the venue because we were staying right there! Terri and John even made us delicious breakfast both mornings! They have a great salon room so brides and bridesmaids can have hair and makeup people come in and get them ready right on site. The dance floor is a tent covered patio so even if there was bad weather (which we were lucky not to have), you really don't need a backup plan. We had our ceremony at the Lawrence Chapel in the woods next door and most guests walked on the wooded path, but we also rented a golf cart to escort older folks and the bridal party. It could not have been an easier experience! I really cannot think of one bad thing about using Fontainebleau Inn for our wedding, other than the sometimes spotty cellphone coverage, but the wifi is great so it was no problem. It was perfect! Thank you John and Terri for all your hard work!
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Abigail Sent on 10/25/2017My fiancé and I got married at the Fontainebleau Inn last weekend, and we cannot recommend this venue enough! John and Terri were very responsive from the beginning, gave great advice as to what works best, while also letting us create the wedding of our dreams there. The grounds are beautiful, and we got so many great photos in the driveway, in the field, and down at the dock (my fav!). The banquet hall where we had dinner was just what I had envisioned, and the dance floor outside worked great. I had been slightly worried that the patio flooring would be a problem for people, but this was not the case. Everyone danced all night long! Our families stayed the night at the Inn and couldn't get over how nice the rooms were, and how convenient everything was. We are SO happy we chose the Inn for our wedding and can't recommend it enough! -
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Linda Sent on 06/28/2018Our family could not have asked for a more beautiful place to have our daughter’s wedding. The Inn is beautiful, the grounds are amazing and the owners are such a pleasure. The whole wedding party stayed the weekend and were truly treated exceptional. We have been blessed with an amazing memory. Would highly recommend this beautiful venue.
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Melissa Sent on 01/01/2018We were married in July 2017 at the Fontainebleau Inn in Alpine, New York. Honestly, words cannot fully express how much we loved our wedding at the Fontainebleau, however since this a review, we’ll do our best! :)
First and most importantly, John and Terri were incredibly helpful, friendly and supportive. They helped us with planning and coordination prior to the wedding and then made sure the day of our wedding was absolutely spectacular. On top of that, the Fontainebleau is stunning! The lake is the perfect site for an outdoor wedding and the hall with its beautiful wood paneling and fireplace was perfect for our reception. In addition, our wedding party and family stayed at the Fontainebleau, which allowed us extra time to plan, hang out and just relax. We also have to mention the delicious homemade breakfasts Terri made every morning that were simply amazing! I would highly recommend the Fontainebleau to anyone planning a wedding!
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Rachael Sent on 08/12/2016The Fontainebleau Inn is the first and only venue we looked at for our wedding. Walking through the doors of the Inn we were immediately in love with the charm of the Inn and the location right on Cayuta Lake. John and Terri were great to work with for our June wedding in the Finger Lakes. The Inn itself is beyond beautiful and restored to its original glory. We were married at the Lawrence Chapel which is just a short walk through a wooded path from the Inn. Having all of our events in the same location and staying at the Inn for the weekend provided the intimate feel we were going for. John and Terri are true professionals and know what it takes for a wedding to run smoothly. After booking the venue we were given a "master list" of recommended vendors, table arrangements, bar list and so much more to help keep us organized through the planning process. Whenever we told our other vendors where the wedding was being held they were very excited to be working with John and Terri at the beautiful Fontainebleau Inn once again. If you are looking for an intimate setting right on the shores of the Finger Lakes this is the perfect spot. -
User2630267 Sent on 06/01/2016I worked with Terri for more than a year ahead of our wedding. She was consistently responsive, friendly, and professional. She and John worked with every request I had and allowed me to have the wedding of my dreams on a realistic budget. The day of my wedding, I did not have to worry about anything as all the vendors worked directly with Terri.
The property is beautiful, with stunning grounds, a quaint chapel, and a beautiful event space. They only host one wedding a day (often only one in a weekend!) and nothing else occurs on the property which is very private and feels posh. Having my immediate family stay with me in the Bed and Breakfast allowed us valuable time together and a calm space to reconnect.
I cannot recommend The Fontainebleau Inn highly enough. It was the PERFECT location for our unforgettably special day.
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