With a secluded, lakeside location that feels away from it all while still being convenient to cities like Syracuse, Albany, and New York, this historic upstate New York hotel makes for an idyllic setting for gatherings of all kinds. An indoor event venue offers space for as many as 100 attendees. Or, for those who prefer to use the beauty of the Catskill Mountains as a natural backdrop, a tented lakeside venue is also available, with enough room for up to 200 guests.

Along with event space, gatherings hosted at The Chestnut Inn enjoy access to full-service event catering, complete with the restaurant team’s artisan bread and various menu options, as well as necessities like tables, chairs, and linens. And for weddings, an event coordinator is on hand to guide couples through the planning process. Outside event hours, guests can also enjoy all the recreational activities the Inn has to offer, like kayaking on the lake, cozying up on a waterside lounge chair or around a crackling firepit, or taking in a rousing game of cornhole.