Nestled in the lush hills of Chautauqua County, NY, the Blue Heron Inn extends a warm welcome to all who travel the scenic southern corridor into Western New York. Located on Findley Lake’s picturesque north shore, antique-appointed accommodations with a spectacular lake view are the specialty of the house at the Blue Heron Inn. The Inn pays homage to its scenic location with a relaxed, nature-inspired decor. Each non-smoking guest room features a private bath, air conditioning and free wireless internet. Start the day with the pleasure of Chef Bruce’s full breakfast each morning, lounge over a bottomless cup of coffee and ponder the day’s possibilities.

The Blue Heron Inn offers more than just fine overnight accommodations.On premise dining& spirits are available to guests as well as to the public. And the big red barn behind the Inn is home to Nostalgia at the Blue Heron Inn, "the coolest store in town". Nostalgia is famous for an eclectic assortment of artisan-crafted jewelry and blown glass, crystals, gemstones, incense, hand-batik clothing from all over the world, Findley Lake apparel, retro toys and games for kids of all ages and an old-fashioned candy counter sure to trigger a fun trip down memory lane.

Stroll the local shops or enjoy the five miles around the lake by boat, bike or on foot. If you're looking to venture further afield, a multitude of sights and sounds are yours to discover. Chautauqua County is home to a wealth of antique shops, farm markets, galleries & historic sites. For the more adventurous there are biking & hiking trails, horseback riding and even hot air balloon rides!

 

Close to Home But Far From Everyday Life

Centrally-located between the following Chautauqua County, NY and Erie, PA attractions:

• play at nearby Peek ‘n Peak Resort & Spa
• savor regional wines along the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Wine Trail
• laugh at the Lucy - Desi Museum
• explore the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, Audubon Nature Center,

    Presque Isle and Tom Ridge Environmental Center

• expand your world at Chautauqua Institution
• awaken your spirit at Lily Dale Assembly
• enjoy entertainment at the 1891 Fredonia Opera House, the Rockefeller Arts Center,
  the Reg Lenna Civic Center, Lucille Ball Little Theatre and the Warner Theatre
• try your luck at nearby Presque Isle Downs or Lake Erie Speedway

 

 

Tra la! It's May! The lusty month of May! That lovely month when ev'ryone goes Blissfully astray.                                                     ~ lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner                                                                                from the Broadway musical "Camelot"   "IRISH SUNDAYS" First Sunday of each month 1:00 - 3:00 pm Blue Heron Inn We're calling the first Sunday of the month "Irish Sunday". That's when a group of Irish players (from all corners of the region)sit in for a lively jam session. Come listen to these fantastic musicians play! Join us for a late breakfast or lunch and stay to "tip a pint & tap your toes" while you enjoy the music. NO APRIL FOOLIN' "A May Literary Luncheon with local author Elizabeth Way" Sat, May 18, 2013  11:30 am - 2:00pm Blue Heron Inn, Findley Lake, NY "Life’s Possibili-teas" – Program and Book Signing Author Elizabeth Rose Way's engaging program “Life’s Possibili-teas”will take her WayWord play to new heights during this fun luncheon event at the Blue Heron Inn. In this highly interactive, humor-spiced program, Elizabeth treats patrons and guests to a slice of daily life, served up alongside a delicious Blue Heron lunch. Sandwiched between Mother's Day and Memorial Day, "Life's Possibili-teas" will include plenty of laughter, music, brain-teas-ers and selected readings from Way's Books - Love Every Minute of Moms and  And I Will Love You From Heaven. Make time for an event that promises to be a fun and engaging activi-tea! Cost per person: $12.00 (includes lunch and special event treats) Books will be available for purchase and signing at The Nostalgia Shoppe Reservations:   P: 716.769.7852  or E: stay@theblueheroninn.com SPIRITUAL READINGS WITH MISTY Sat, May 25, 2013 ~ - 3:00pm 'til close The Nostalgia Shoppe Misty Brozell became a certified medium in 2011 through The New Life Spiritualist Church in Meadville, PA. For the last three years she has lead the weekly meditation group that meets at at the Cosmic Connection in Corry Pa, and is the medium for the "The Twelfth Dimension", a paranormal investigation group.       JK commented after her reading in Oct, 2012:      "I absolutely loved Misty; her message was right on target. She said her      method of reading is tapping into people's emotions. She held my hands      and said she was able to get a lot. She hit a lot of issues right on the head!" Misty will be available for readings, by appointment, at The Nostalgia Shoppe on Sat, May 25th. She will offer readings on the last Friday of every month thereafter, beginning June 28th. Scheduled dates (subject to change): Sat, May 25th -- 3:00 pm til close Fri, June 28th, Fri, July 26th & Fri,August 30th -- 5:30 pm 'til close Cost: $25 for 1/2 hour appointment and appointments are limited. To schedule or for more info: P: 769.7852 -or- E: info@thenostalgiashoppe.com CHAUTAUQUA IN JUNE May 31 - June 16, 2013 "What do you want to learn today?" Plan a visit during the 3rd annual "Chautauqua in June", a celebration of farms, fine food and drink. Learn to appreciate and use locally grown foods, regional wines and local brews while discovering Chautauqua's agricultural and grape heritage. Special learning experiences will be offered during this 2-week festival filled with hands-on workshops in culinary, creative and cultural arts and outdoor recreation. Check the calendar for workshop details (note, click May and June to see scheduled workshops). Download a course book.   SHOP LOCAL!                                                     When you shop & dine locally, more more of your money stays close to home. Small businesses support the parks, recreation centers, libraries and other non-profit organizations that make our hometowns great places to live.   Please support your hometown businesses!

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A Full Four Seasons of Fun

                   Autumn     

And the pleasure doesn't stop at summer's end!

As the days grow shorter Chautauqua County's Fall festivals come alive as we celebrate the flavors of the local harvest. The festivities take place amidst hillsides ablaze in vivid jewel tones. The carefully tended crops have been gathered, the wineries are busy putting up the season's vintages and the chill in the air turns our thoughts to the upcoming celebrations of Halloween and Thanksgiving.

                                                                       

                  Winter

 

Winter in the rolling hills of Chautauqua County is

reminiscent of a Currier and Ives Christmas card!

Annual snowfalls average more than 200 inches each year, creating sparkling portraits of stillness and serenity. And all that snow is perfect for spending a few days on the ski slopes, riding the hundreds of miles of well-groomed snowmobile trails, taking an old-fashioned horse-drawn sleigh ride on the grounds of historic Chautauqua Institution or trying your skill in a brand new state-of-the-art ice skating arena. The highlight of each February is a 3-day Winter Festival on nearby Chautauqua Lake that features an Ice Castle Extravaganza, sleigh rides, ice carvings, snow sculptures & more.

                  Spring

Spring - the most anticipated time of the year!
Although we received more than 200 inches of snow, Winter 2009/2010 didn't yield as large a snowfall as the year before. Nonetheless, by the time March rolls around everyone is more than ready for a change of seasons. Signs of Spring will soon burst upon us; the tulips will peek through the dormant flowerbeds and the flowering trees will wave their showy blooms in the warm spring breezes. The geese will nest and new gaggles of goslings, proudly strutting along the lake-shore, will appear each week. Symbolic of the season life will reinvent itself all around us.
Reinvent yourselves at the Blue Heron Inn!

So Close

Findley Lake is located less than three hours, less than one tank of gas, from Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Rochester, Niagara Falls and Toronto and within an easy drive from Buffalo and Erie. 

The perfect destination for a single day's pleasure or a relaxing overnight stay.

Open year ' round ~ close to home but far from everyday life!

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