Venue photo 1

Friends Lake Inn

4.5(344)
Hotel

About

Friends Lake Inn blends rustic Adirondack charm with upscale comfort, offering 18 unique rooms featuring fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, and luxury linens. The inn’s serene setting near Chestertown provides a private nature experience ideal for focused business retreats or intimate gatherings.

Onsite, the inn’s farm-to-fork dining highlights seasonal local ingredients in both an elegant main dining room and a casual bistro. Attentive service and flexible event spaces accommodate meetings and small group events, making Friends Lake Inn a distinctive choice for corporate stays and turnkey hospitality in the Adirondacks.

Best for

  • Intimate executive retreats & offsites
  • Upscale client dinners with Adirondack charm
  • Multi-night stays with lakeside relaxation

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Accommodations
Rustic-chic rooms with luxury touches
Eighteen unique rooms featuring fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, steam showers, and premium linens. The Great Lakes room stands out with its cozy fireplace and spa-like amenities.
Dining
Seasonal farm-to-fork cuisine in elegant settings
Onsite dining offers chef-driven menus using local ingredients, with options ranging from fine dining to a bright bistro. Guests frequently praise standout dishes like duck and steak, alongside memorable breakfasts.
Setting
Private nature experience in the Adirondacks
Secluded location near Lake George and Chestertown provides a peaceful escape with access to hiking trails, a spring-fed pond, and outdoor fireplaces, creating an intimate environment for events and getaways.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 344 reviews