Are You Tough Enough?

Maybe you've done some 5ks, a marathon, or even a triathlon, but have you conquered the Spartan Race? This wildly popular event held each year at Tuxedo Ridge Ski Center (just 4 miles from the Inn) is building steam, so much so that a second weekend was added. The weekend of June 1st & 2nd is sold out to racers, but spectators are welcome. There is still limited availability for the June 8th race. Want to be inspired? Check out www.spartanrace.com.

Outdoor Dining on the Lake

Nothing better than mid-70s in early April. It was the perfect day on the deck at Emerald Point, just down the road from the Inn. If you've stayed with us before you know that it's a great restaurant and bar that's walking distance (just in case you decide to have a couple drinks). After all, if you're staying with us chances are you're here at the Lake for a little R&R.

Home Brewing

I love that there are so many local microbreweries and wineries cropping up in our area. It seems crazy that we're only an hour outside of Manhattan, yet we're in the middle of wine (now brew country). Maybe that TV show Moonshiners is inspiring people to get back to the basics of brewing. Either way there are a ton of fun classes and tastings to do. The next beginner/intermediate brewing class at Mistucky Creek (in neighboring Warwick) is on April 20, 2013 from 10-1pm. The cost is $35/person. Topics covered will be everything from sanitizing through bottling, and you'll actually be brewing a batch. Classes fill up quick. To sign up email info@mistuckycreek.com or call 845-988-HOPS.

Make a weekend of it and stay at the Waterstone Inn. If you'd like to indulge in the local products we can arrange for a car service to and from the Inn.

Ice Boat Baby

On our first broadcast of Greenwood Lake Radio this past Friday, Village Attorney Bob Krahulik talked about the thrills of ice boating. I haven't done it yet, so had to do some investigating. I came across this vintage 8mm YouTube video and had to share. It's oh so 70s, but what a great, classic sport. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkpGBSQTNhE

Lake is Frozen!

It's been long awaited, but the lake is finally frozen. After a record warm winter last year everyone was anxious to get out there. This weekend we got the first glimpse of snowmobiles, ice fisherman and hockey players. This photo was taken just across the lake from the Inn. 

Romance at the Inn

It's amazing when we can, in some way, play a part in major life events. We've had many guests celebrate special birthdays, anniversaries, and even a funeral of sorts where an entire family brought their loved one's ashes back to Greenwood Lake for a last hurrah at the Lake where she had honeymooned in the 1950s. But with Valentine's Day coming I had to share a guest story from this past weekend. A couple came to the Inn to get engaged! It was a surprise trip for this lucky lady from Manhattan. Her boyfriend told her they were going to dinner and a show at Carnegie Hall. When dinner was ended a limo pulled up outside the restaurant and picked up the couple. Instead of Carnegie Hall, Greenwood Lake was the destination. On arrival at the Waterstone Inn, the girlfriend recognized this as the first place where the two had traveled together. The thoughtful boyfriend reserved the same room that they had stayed in 2 years prior and had a stunning ring and bottle of Dom Perignon to seal the deal. Congratulations to Phil and Linda. We're honored to have been part of your love story!

Humphrey Hotel (now the Waterstone Inn) on Display

If you've had the chance to visit the Inn, you'll know that we strive to showcase the rich history of Greenwood Lake, especially the old hotels. So I was thrilled to discover that currently at the Greenwood Lake Library there's a display of two original phones from the Humphrey Hotel (now home to the Waterstone Inn). The phones are owned by Greenwood Lake residents Fran, Larry, and Theresa Seccafico, who were personal friends of Walter and Loretta Humphrey. Also on display is a telephone book, dated 1946-47, showcasing the phone numbers of residents and businesses of the time. If you're in the area it's worth stopping by to take a look.

Circus in Town

I love the fact that even though we live in a little town, the circus still comes every year and sets up right in the middle of the Village. The excitment builds as the elephants pull up the tents (which apparently not many circus's still do) and the kids catch a glimpse of the animals and performers.

In this photo are two faces you may see around the Inn, Seana (Maureen's youngest) and Seanie (my oldest son that's almost 5). They both had a blast at the show and feeding the elephants is always a highlight. All around, the Kelly Miller Circus does a great job.