Although we host several weddings a year, we rarely work with couples relative to their wedding resistry. But here’s a tip: consider registering at independent retailers for your wedding registry. Many small businesses offer this service and it’s a lovely way to support your local community and get unique items for your home. As a…
Last week, at check out, one of our guests told me about the last time he and his wife had stayed at the inn. This is amazing: Zafir’s Ghost Sighting Winter 1991 3rd floor. Room 33 next to room 31. Chris woke up around 1:00 AM. The room was dark except for the soft light…
Autumn brings magical changes to the Echo Lake Inn and fills the senses with romance and warmth. The fiery colors of Fall have now surrounded the grounds of the Inn and these changes also signify changes within the Inn itself. The cozy bar now beckons travelers with the aroma of freshly pressed hot cider spiced…
The Echo Lake Inn is a historic Inn and, as a result, many guests (young and old) often ask if there are any spirits in the Inn. Rumors swirl and many a tall tale has been told regarding these mysterious and elusive beings. This, however, is the one true story of a ghost at the Inn…
We frequently receive thank-you notes from guests. Here’s one we received last week: Have a great week! ~ Laurence
Every summer for the past 15 years, the Moorzitz family has come to the Inn for their 3 generations family reunion. Their days are filled lounging at the poolside and taking in a different local attraction each day. In the evening the family gathers on the front porch for cocktails and to catch up on…
We have this old sign framed and placed in our living room. It’s a 1906 flyer advertising a dance at a local hall here in Tyson. Dinner (for two) was $.50. Those were the good old days! ~ Laurence
Although we specialize in weddings, we host several small events each year: conferences, reunions, birthdays, holiday parties and more. We hosted a bridal shower earlier this month and although the luncheon was about celebrating the bride a surprising bonus was that it also gave the bridesmaids – particularly those who lived out of town –…
Many people think that being an innkeeper is just like an episode of the Bob Newhart show, spending time at the front desk talking to the guests. It is like that but eminently much more interesting, fun and, on some days, absolutely beautiful. The interesting part of being an innkeeper is that everyday is different…