Quilting Retreats at the Amish Guest Farmhouse at Weaver-View Farms

You’ve been looking forward to a relaxing week away from the daily grind. A time to enjoy sewing, quilting, scrapbooking, knitting, crafting, reading or plain loafing without daily duties to distract you. You can enjoy a scenic drive along Seneca Lake, arriving at the Amish Guest House Farmhouse located at 386 State Rt 14, Penn Yan, NY 14527. The historic farmhouse was built in 1899, situated on 85 acres of peaceful. Parking is on a level lot next to the handicapped accessible entry. You are grateful for the wide walkway, giving you plenty of room to roll your luggage and sewing machine safely into the farmhouse.

Inside, you find a great room bathed in natural light. Only yards away Seneca Lake provides a mesmerizing view through the wall of windows. A granite topped counter has several outlets, perfect to plug in your iron.

You find up to three large adjoining rooms, ready to set up crafting or quilting areas. There are adjustable leather sewing chairs, task lighting and plenty of electrical outlets. You are thrilled with the tall design wall, and your own 8 ft. sewing table, complete with power strips and a personal trash can. A cozy gas fireplace has comfy chairs. You and your best quilting buddy explore the rest of the house.

Downstairs, you discover the handicapped accessible Lilac Cove Suite with its attached bath. Upstairs, it is hard to choose between the King-Sized Bedroom, a Queen room, two doubles, as well as several twins.

In all, you will find up to thirteen quilt-covered beds. You check out the three full bathrooms, fully stocked with plenty of towels, washcloths, and paper products.

A grand oak stairway and a smaller back stairs offer plenty of privacy. The side porch, you find is a great place to finish up some hand quilting with its many chairs and tables. There is even a wash line to show off all your finished projects.

The kitchen is a quilters delight. A coffee bar with its k-cup brewer and espresso machine, is great for early birds. Quilters tend to graze around the clock, the island has a stainless-steel dishwasher, a deep sink, and a garbage disposal. For serious cooks, there is a six-burner stove top, several crock pots, and double wall ovens. Kitchen cupboards reveal plenty of dishes, pots, pans, and needed utensils. An attached laundry with washer and dryer is great for those sewing projects that need extra help.

You stash your luggage in your favorite bedroom, grateful for the extra clothes hooks and the array of soft pillows on the memory foam bed.

Armed with a map, you set out to discover a few local quilt shops, starting with the one across the driveway in an old dairy barn. Their ongoing special of 20 fat quarters for $20.00 gets your creative juices flowing. You find a local sewing machine dealer that understands your machine. On the way back, you realize the farmhouse is on the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, within a few miles of many world class wineries. It will be a fun week!

At the end of your stay, you have laughed more than you thought possible. You have completed all your unfinished projects and learned some new techniques.

WIFI at the farmhouse made it possible to stay connected, while the serenity of quietness made it possible to dream up your next project.

You sign up for another retreat next year. This is a rare place where memories are made and friendships are forged.

Gather your friends and come to a retreat. Retreats start Labor Day (approx. Sept. 2^nd) through Memorial Day (approx. May 25^th) yearly.

The farmhouse is not available Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day or Easter weekend. (Retreats that are cancelled due to snow days can rebook on any available dates at no extra charge)

Current Rates: 3 day minimum

3-6 day retreats (up to 12 people) $389.00 per night

7+ day retreats (up to 12 people) $289.00 per night

Phone: 315-781-2571

Email: Quilts@Weaverviewfarms

The owners of this business belong to a horse and buggy group that does not allow computers or smart phones. This email is monitored by a property manager.