Skaneateles is Iroquois Indian for Long beautiful Lake. And it is. The Village of Skaneateles, its unique shops, bed and breakfasts, hotels and restaurants literally hugs the Northern Edge of one of the purest bodies of water in the world. While all of the Finger Lakes Region of Central New York is beautiful and charming all four seasons, Skaneateles, its lake and the Village is a particularly fine choice as a drive to destination. The first thing you will need is a place to stay. Skaneateles Bed and Breakfasts are charming and diverse. The Skaneateles Suites and Boutique Hotel are a Collection of Places to Stay. Consider their Bungalows at the Suites, just west of the Village a luxury Jacuzzi room in the Village center at the Boutique Hotel, or treat yourself to one of their Dockside Vacation Rentals. Next you will want to explore the Storybook Village and its charming shops, boutiques and restaurants. Several of the Skaneateles Bed and Breakfasts and Hotels are conveniently located in walk-to locations. The downtown area is book cased by two community parks. Thayer Park is for relaxing, Shotwell Park is bustling with swimming, Mid-Lakes Navigation Company Boat Tours and FREE! Band Concerts from the Gazebo every Friday night. Look for the Skaneateles Music Festival and The Antique and Classic Wooden Boat Show in summer, the Charles Dickens Christmas Events in winter and lot’s and lot’s of attractions and events all year long. www.skaneatelessuites.com has a community Blog and calendar of events. They also have a FREE! Program called “Secret Places”. Contact any Staff member and they will point you to some places you would probably never find.