Our Story

The Cornell house was built in 1880 by the Cornell family, having purchased the property from the MacDonalds, next door. For most of it’s existence the Cornell has been a lodge, an inn, a bed & breakfast or a way house for weary travelers on the road from Albany to Boston. Eventually, when the last of the MacDonald family passed on, leaving no kin, the then-owners of The Cornell purchased the MacDonald house (built in 1777) adding it to the inn.

Over the years it has changed hands many times, with each owner adding or renovating; changing according to personal style and preference. Thousands of guests have stayed on premises, many returning year after year – regardless of who the owners were.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Inn.