One Day in Wine Country, Part 1: Romantic Relaxation
Guests often ask us for recommendations when they’re in the tasting room, which I love to make because I love the Finger Lakes region! Especially our little Southeast section of Seneca Lake.
With that in mind, this is the first part in a series of suggested SE Seneca day trips. Today’s theme: couples’ day out!
Silver Thread co-owner Shannon leading a vineyard tour.
Up and At ‘Em
Start at 9am with a delightful, caffeinated bevvie from Overlook Coffee in Burdett. Then pop right across the street to The Burdett Exchange and grab a pack of locally-made cinnamon rolls or a couple of pastries. Overlook Coffee has outdoor seating with a view of a lovely little waterfall, which always makes me think of Disney’s 1973 “Robin Hood.” Peak romance.
After that, you’re probably ready for a walk. Maybe through a vineyard? Our Vineyard Tour & Estate Tasting experience can be booked for 11am on Fridays and Saturdays, mid-May through October. It’s a great way to learn more about what truly sustainable agriculture looks like. Plus, you get to taste the benefits of organic farming by sipping wines made with estate-grown grapes along the way. Once the vineyard tour is done, you’ll finish your tasting for two out on the deck of the quaint, Silver Thread a-frame, nestled there in the vineyard.
A unique European menu is available at the Winegarden.
Mid-Day Meal
At this point, you’ll be ready for some lunch. Good thing you added the Winegarden Lunch to your experience when you booked the Vineyard Tour! Drive just a mile back up the one-lane stone road to Route 414 and head south (make a right). In but a minute you’ll be at the Silver Thread Winegarden, our spacious tasting room with an unbeatable view of Seneca Lake. Enjoy an Austrian-inspired lunch that includes creamy spreads, fresh baguette, cold salads made with local ingredients, and savory sausages. All paired with a flight (or glass) of premium Silver Thread wines. Snag a table inside the casually elegant space, or relax at a quiet table on the covered patio. Either way, you’re welcome to take your time!
You definitely have time for a couple more wineries. If you’re looking for other intimate, casual spots like us we suggest Forge, Hillick & Hobbs, or Shalestone.
Dinner For Two
The view from Stonecat Cafe.
As the evening approaches, you’ve got some great dinner options! Stonecat Cafe is a reputable, local favorite that features a farm-to-table menu, casual counter service, and a wine list focused on the Finger Lakes. Your delightful meal at Stonecat will be accompanied with a view of the sun slowly setting over Seneca Lake.
And for dessert? Johnny’s Kitchen – just up the road in the town of Lodi – is a local favorite for ice cream. Share a sundae or banana split as the evening comes to an easy close.
We love when folks choose to spend their weekend away here with us in the Finger Lakes. From the scenic waterfalls to the leafy vineyards to the beautiful sunset, it truly is an area meant for lovebirds.
