May is the Perfect Time for A Spring Stay in Skaneateles, New York

by Rick Moscarito, May 9th, 2019

Spring is here, and if you’re like most people, you have a touch of spring fever. The days are getting warmer and you long to shed the heavy clothes you wore all winter and soak up some fresh air and sunshine. There are some great ways to do that if you stay for a while at one of our luxury rentals in Skaneateles. Each one of our beautifully appointed homes offers you and your family a relaxing haven to return to each evening after taking advantage of all the Finger Lakes region has to offer in May.

Celebrating Mother Nature in the Finger Lakes

The first thing you’ll notice in the Finger Lakes during springtime is the natural beauty – you’re surrounded by green trees, lush shrubs and beautiful, spring flowers. If you stay at one of our vacation homes in the Finger Lakes, you can relax on the porch or deck and soak up rays of the sun while admiring gorgeous views of Skaneateles Lake or Owasko Lake, both home to waterfowl, birds and wild animals who will be caring for their young. In May you can also enjoy the pleasures of the numerous nature preserves, hiking trails and lush botanic gardens that dot the landscape.

May Activities in the Skaneateles, New York Area

There are lots of activities slated for May in the Finger Lakes that you’ll want to take advantage of. Here are just a few exciting May events you’ll want to include on your itinerary when you visit Skaneateles Lake:

The 1886 Wine and Food Experience is every Saturday from May 4-26, showcasing the Methode Champenoise Experience at the Dr. Frank Winery. This behind-the-scenes tour highlights the special methods of producing sparling wines. At the end of the tour you’ll enjoy a wine tasting paired with delicious small plates.

There are many wineries in the area offering special Mother’s Day Events the weekend of May 11-12. From wine tastings to delicious brunches, our local wineries are sure to delight you and your mom. You can also take mom to the Genesee Country Village and Museum to take a step into the past and learn about turn-of-the-century life in the area.

Weekends May 18-26 enjoy the Ravinous Tasting Table at Ravines Wine Cellars in Geneva, just a short drive from our luxury rentals in Skaneateles. You’ll indulge in decadent wine and food pairings specially prepared in-house.

There are numerous festivals, farmers markets, musical events, flea markets and special wine tasting events throughout May in Skaneateles and the surrounding Finger Lakes area in May. Be sure to take advantage of all there is to do, then relax

You can also soak up some local history by visiting the many regional museums and historical sites, including the National Soaring Museum, the Harriet Tubman House Museum, Seward House and the Skaneateles Historical Society, including the Creamery, Museum and Boat Display.

Why May Is Ideal in the Finger Lakes

May is a lovely time for a spring stay in Skaneateles. The days are sunny and mild, ideal for shopping  and sight-seeing in historic Skaneateles or strolling around one of the many lakes. You can spend your evenings relaxing on the deck or patio of any of luxurious vacations homes in the Finger Lakes or making s’mores around one of our specially designed firepits and return home refreshed and rejuvenated.

Spring is here, and if you’re like most people, you have a touch of spring fever. The days are getting warmer and you long to shed the heavy clothes you wore all winter and soak up some fresh air and sunshine. There are some great ways to do that if you stay for a while at one of our luxury rentals in Skaneateles. Each one of our beautifully appointed homes offers you and your family a relaxing haven to return to each evening after taking advantage of all the Finger Lakes region has to offer in May.