Belhurst Castle A Historical Gem Amidst The Finger Lakes

“named a world’s best wine hotel by wine enthusiast, voted number three in usa today’s top 10 wine country hotels, listed on the national register of historic properties, and voted one of the most. Once one private residence - now two distinct hotels founded in 1885 with history dating back to the spring of 1738, belhurst sits on the shores of seneca lake in the heart of new york’s finger lakes. Colorful and exciting flavors come to life at belhurst’s two restaurants, edgar’s restaurant at the castle and stonecutters tavern.

Jan 9, 2026on the shores of seneca lake in the heart of the finger lakes region sits beautiful and historic, belhurst castle. As well as fugitives hiding from the law and illegal gambling and drinking, to name a few of the stories of our legendary belhurst castle. Construction of the 30,000 square-foot facility adjoining the 1880’s belhurst castle was completed and has helped belhurst become a premier attraction in the finger lakes.

Belhurst estate winery creates a variety of wines that are unique as the historic castle, and also pay homage to our history. Built as an addition in 2003 to the the historic belhurst castle, the vinifera inn is home to 20 modern guest rooms on the second and third floor with breathtaking views of seneca lake. Try our sangria menu featuring red, white and rosé signature belhurst sangria for $10 all day every saturday at stonecutter’s tavern!

Order a bottle of belhurst wine before dinner and soak in the history of the castle.