In
the southwest corner of New York State, just 10 miles south of Lake Erie
and Interstate 90 lies a beautiful 23 mile lake, Lake Chautauqua. On the
northwest shores of Lake Chautauqua is the world famous Chautauqua
Institution, a cultural resort like no other in the world, in its over
125 year history, Chautauqua Institution has provided its participants
with stimulating lectures, famous performers, symphony music, opera
performances, ballet, all manners of visual and performing arts, lively
debates, inspiring religious speakers and music. Presidents,
ambassadors, actors, authors are among the many who have spoken from its
famous lectern.
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On
Bestor Plaza, the center of Chautauqua Institution, sits the beautiful
St. Elmo, a Victorian style condominium complex with availability of nightly
rentals, full service spa, restaurant and shops. The St. Elmo is open
year 'round and is available for romantic get-a-ways, meetings,
retreats, family reunions, special package events.
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Winter Spa & Resort News: Chautauqua Institution is now basking in its winter beauty, wearing its coat of white. Cross Country skiing opportunities abound, as does sledding and snow shoeing. If you prefer, just slip on your boots and take a walk. It is also a good time to schedule a spa treatment, then slip into a warm robe and curl up with a good book. Enjoy breakfast and lunch at Sadie J's on the concourse level at the St. Elmo.
Check out our special winter packages, sure to be a memorable event is the Wine Tasting and Pairing weekend the first weekend in Feb. featuring a special wine tasing at Vetter Vineyards, then a gourmet dinner at the St. Elmo restaurant paired with 4 different wines from Vetter Vineyards. A real treat. |
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