Tourism officials know visitors like to fish. And they know Lake Champlain is a hotspot. But beyond that, data is vague. A new survey introduced last week is the first comprehensive study of bass fishing habits on Lake Champlain, tracking tournament participation, lodging habits, spending patterns, visitation rates and other metrics. “We’re trying to document the volume of bass fishing tournaments in Essex County,” ROOST CEO James McKenna told Essex County lawmakers last week. “Everybody’s … [Read more...]
Mobile Cabin for Sale
Do you ever dream of swapping your musty basement (and the stuffy rooms above) for unfettered freedom and magnificent views of the Adirondacks? It's time to stop dreaming and start living. The Green Lantern is a timber frame, mobile cabin custom-built from selective-cut Adirondack pine by Ben Chamberlain of Flying Hammer Construction in Keene, New York. And it could be yours! (Email inquiries to bldintheadk@gmail.com for further information.) The interior of this wee house with … [Read more...]
Adirondack Lean-To
When I was a kid, we went to the Adirondacks to go hiking. Usually we would start out from Keene Valley and over the course of multiple days of hiking, inevitably spend at least one night in an Adirondack lean-to. I remember the smell and the sense of security the simple structure provided compared to sleeping under the stars or in a tent. After all, it was just one wall away from a cabin. After 10 years of being seasonal residents, our family decided in 2012 to transition from seasonal to … [Read more...]
Essex Inn: Peace and the Drama of Fall
Adirondack Life featured the Essex Inn as one of five "charming fall getaways across the Adirondacks" where fall foliage aficionados can "experience the drama of fall... [and] the rarest of commodities—peace." We searched around the park to find exceptional accommodations that offer tranquility and comfort. They’re also great base camps from which to launch autumn adventures. (Adirondack Life) Tranquility, comfort, autumn adventures and spectacular foliage. Only the delicious victuals were … [Read more...]
Essex Inn Offers New Features
This summer the Essex Inn has come up with several new features to make a stay there even more special. Guests not only get to enjoy a peaceful stay in one of the inn's quaint rooms and have access to wonderful stay-in dining, but now the inn is taking advantage of its scenic Champlain Valley location to offer fantastic outdoor opportunities! Essex Inn Picnic Baskets Overnight guests of the Essex Inn on the Adirondack Coast can now enjoy a gourmet picnic by Lake Champlain, or perhaps on one of … [Read more...]
Cupola House Brings Essex Notice
Rochelle Lash of the Montreal Gazette recently published an article entitled, "On Lake Champlain, a homey slice of Americana" that features the Cupola House located on Main Street in Essex, NY. It gives readers a delightful glimpse into life in the picturesque Essex village. Lash describes the house and other aspects of Essex as being straight out of classic America. Which makes sense because Essex is part of the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The Cupola House’s owner, Donna … [Read more...]
Essex Inn Announcements
With so much happening at Essex Inn on the Adirondack Coast, it's hard to believe that we have three exciting updates. But we do! Essex Inn Lunch Schedule "The Essex Inn will begin serving lunch, Wednesdays through Saturdays, Noon to 2pm, starting Memorial Day Weekend. After Memorial Day Weekend, dinner service nights will expand to include Monday nights, so that dinner will be offered Mondays through Saturdays at the Inn. Porch seating for dining is already available, as weather permits." … [Read more...]
Essex Inn in the News Again
The Essex Inn is once again honored to be showcased in the news. Kim and Pam Ladd visited the inn and wrote a well-rounded article that was released yesterday in The Adirondack Almanac. The article, "High Peaks Happy Hour: Essex Inn, Essex" describes the design and renovation of the inn as well as how it fits in with life in Essex. The writers comment about how the inn was purchased by Karen and Rick Dalton for use by College for Every Student (CFES), but how in the process it was again made … [Read more...]
Vine, Wine, & Dine Reminder
Saturday, February 18th is the Essex Inn's all day event: Vine, Wine & Dine! If you like wine, good food, or just want something to do in good company this is the event for you! "This event is a wine lover's delight! There are several packages to choose from with activities including a seminar with the owner of Shelburne Vineyard, a workshop with a sommelier and wine samplings, a gourmet five-course dinner with ingredients and wine pairings from local growers and vineyards, and a luxurious … [Read more...]
Rejuvenated Essex Inn Has Become a Social Hub
Popularity of our small Essex town is growing! The Montreal Gazette came out with a nice article yesterday describing the revitalization of the Essex Inn. The piece entitled, "Rejuvenated Essex Inn Has Become a Social Hub" describes the changes and improvements to the inn and also talks about some activities tourists can partake in at the inn and also in the surrounding area, including the Champlain Area Trails, Live Well, and more. Rumor has it, the Montreal Gazette may be back in the area to … [Read more...]