Venue Details
The wedding ceremony will be held at Aug 15, 2026 in the afternoon, ~30 minutes from Ithaca and ~20 minutes from Watkins Glen. Following the ceremony we are delighted to invite you to the reception, which will be held at the Fontainebleau Inn, located at 2800 NY-228, Alpine, New York.
Note the inn is on Cayuta Lake (not Cayuga lake).
After the ceremony, please proceed to the Inn for a cocktail hour! Formal attire requested!
Map of the wedding and reception venues
Schedule
X PM - Ceremony at TBD
X + 1 PM - Cocktail Hour at Fontainebleau Inn
X + 2 PM - Dinner and Dancing!
Accommodations
There are several AirBNBs located very close, Elena's mom has reserved a few. Please reach out to her if you are interested in staying in one. Alternatively, we suggest staying in Ithaca, Watkins Glen, or Horseheads, where we will set out a block of rooms. Hotel TBD.
Registry
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all. Should you wish to honor us with a gift, we are registered at Macy's and Bloomingdale's. For those who prefer to give a monetary gift, we will greatfully accept your gift at the reception, or if you prefer to you can contribute via the registry website using Venmo or Credit Card.
RegistryActivities
We’re so excited for you to join us in the Finger Lakes. If you’re spending extra time in the area, here are some of our favorite places to explore around Alpine, NY (near Ithaca and Watkins Glen).
Wineries & Tasting Rooms
- Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard — A Finger Lakes classic, known for world-class Rieslings.
- Standing Stone Vineyards — Gorgeous views over Seneca Lake and a relaxed tasting atmosphere.
- Sheldrake Point Winery — A lakeside gem on Cayuga Lake, perfect for sipping wine outdoors.
- Red Newt Cellars — Great wines and a cozy tasting room that makes you want to linger.
Parks & Outdoors
- Buttermilk Falls State Park — Our favorite spot for hiking and waterfall views; trails for all levels and picnic areas.
- Taughannock Falls State Park — Home to one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Rockies.
- Watkins Glen State Park — Famous for its dramatic gorge trail and multiple waterfalls.
Favorite Restaurants
- Le Cafe Cent Dix - French bistro, 3/4 beans
- Gola Osteria - Italian, 3/4 beans
See more recommendations on our blog!
Nearby Towns
- Ithaca — A vibrant college town with great restaurants, coffee shops, and the Ithaca Farmers Market.
- Watkins Glen — Charming downtown with breweries, shops, and attractions like the race track.
