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The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast

2.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Lakewood Vineyards

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Dining
Bathroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Zachary)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Zachary)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Pet friendly
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Ariel)

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom (Ariel)

Highlights

Yard
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Wardrobe or closet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
2475 Altay Road, Rock Stream, NY, 14878

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 42 min drive

About this property

The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast near Lakewood Vineyards
Located close to Castel Grisch Winery and Fulkerson Winery, The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Outdoor furniture, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and children's books

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 4 2025 to June 30 2025 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed during December, January, February, and March.

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 75.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast Rock Stream
Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast
Ginger Cat Rock Stream
The Ginger Cat Bed Breakfast
The Ginger Cat & Rock Stream
The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast Rock Stream
The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Rock Stream

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 75.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Lakewood Vineyards and within 9 mi (15 km) of Castel Grisch Winery and Fulkerson Winery. Glenora Wine Cellars and Hector Falls are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Ginger Cat Bed & Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ginger cat hotel!

Gita provided great hospitality. Her hotel is animal and family friendly. From bringing a cat to the trip, she helped us and our animal be comfortable. She was very informative about the things to go and places to eat in the area. Only a few minutes to Watkins glen state park and the Seneca wine trail! We also got to see fireflies for the first time right in the backyard! Also, her vegan breakfast dishes were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ania

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were warmly greeted, the house very clean. It is out in the country, so very quiet at night. the food was amazing I'm not vegan, but loved everything she made. And was the best was visits with her cats, they not allowed in the guest area for obvious reasons, but she did let come in to her area for some quality kitty time. The house is located 5 miles from Watking Glen, close winery, and the lakes, lots of things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
SUPER CLEAN!!! Gita is a wonderful host! She called us a day before and asked if we have any food allergies. Good organic breakfast, locally made bread, fruits from her own garden and great coffee (almost impossible to find even in five star hotel). Great location, 4-5 miles from Marina, wonderful garden, smell of roses, caring but unobtrusive owner. We were given our own set of keys and piece of privacy. If you are coming with a boat, trailer or both, there is enough free parking in front of the house. We were traveling amidst pandemic and I couldn’t make a better choice in terms of accommodation. I felt safe and comfortable in this tiny B&B.. If you are looking for a romantic gateway or a pleasant family trip-this is a perfect place. I am a spoiled NewYorker with an extensive travel record but still, I would give this place 10 out of 10. Thank you Gita and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

4/10 Poor

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay if you eat Vegan or are willing to do so. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nikki, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful tranquil setting located close to everything...minutes from Montour Falls and Watkins Glen, plus very close to Farm Sanctuary! Gita is a marvelous host who was very gracious and helpful with all of my questions. Her Vegan fare is to die for, and her knowledge on going vegan was so helpful. Very quiet and peaceful, and so enjoyable!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ginger Cat during Hoe Down

We were in town for Farm Sanctuary's Hoe Down and stayed at Ginger Cat for three nights. It was a lovely place to stay and we would certainly stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A sanctuary for all souls

I was visiting Farm Sanctuary and needed a compassionate place to stay. As you know anyone can offer a bed and a place to retire for the evening. The Ginger Cat was so much more than that. Gita, the proprietress, was informative, helpful and understanding of my specific issues. Upon arrival I was greeted with a homemade peanut butter chocolate vegan delight as well as a fig bar. I was having some medical issues and she was kind enough to bring my suitcases into my room for me despite it only being up five steps. The breakfast that greeted me was among the most delicious I've ever had. Not only was the tofu tarts, fresh asparagus, fresh salad, vegan parfait (and excellent bread) extraordinarily delicious and totally vegan but I was satiated for the whole day! Having recently become vegan this is a much needed eye-opener on how I can sustain and thrive on my vegan diet. Of course that is not the Ginger Cat's mission statement. I assume their mission statement is to provide a wonderful experience (not just an educational one). They hit a homerun on both fronts and I look forward to being in the presence of this magical place again, hopefully soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always the most comfortable place on earth.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So full.So happy.

This is the best place to stay in NY. My wife and I have been returning every year for 8 years and have fallen in love with this little gem. The food is incredible and Gita is an outstandingly wonderful host. You will likely love it here as we do.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rare Vegan Find!

Lovely, quiet place to stay very close to the Farm Sanctuary. Run by a sweet woman who is also a wonderful cook. Very lucky to find a special vegan friendly place to stay. We'll be back!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Ginger Cat

Gita, the host, and her fur family provide delicious food, great company and a cozy comfortable place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love Ginger Cat

Breakfast was wonderful and hanging out with the resident kitties.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Geta and her friendly felines are awesome

Beautiful, comfortable, and quiet. Geta and her friendly felines are amazing. Geta is so knowledge about the area and recommendations were spot on. Would definitely recommend the Ginger Cat B&B for your next stay. Just wish we had more time.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A peaceful retreat! And it's vegan!

My 2 dogs and I were welcomed with open arms to this beautiful vegan oasis! The room was cozy, the bed was comfortable and the food was outstanding! We also enjoyed spending time in the beautiful garden. I highly recommend a visit to Farm Sanctuary, only minutes away, where you will meet all kinds of animals rescued from this animal agriculture industry. I will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very cozy place!

This was a cute place and exactly what I'd imagine a b&b to be like. You are a guest in someone's home, so the charms of the home come through during your stay. I got my 'cat fix' in as well and was able to pet the three kitties that live there before I left. There was a hot, full breakfast served right on time, and the room was comfortable to sleep in. The bathroom included shampoo/conditioner/soap, which was great!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exactly what a B&B should be!

Our stay at Ginger Cat was perfect. Gita struck the perfect balance between being welcoming and friendly, and giving us space to ourselves. It was great to get to know her, to meet her cats, and to get her advice about everything from local wineries to vegan winter clothing! The bed was very comfortable, everything was immaculately clean. There are two rooms available, one shared bathroom, and a shared breakfast/common room. We were also welcome to sit out on the porch. It was a perfect spot to enjoy our wine and watch the stars come out. On weekends (including Monday morning) Gita puts on an amazing spread for breakfast. We feasted on fresh local fruits, granola, perfectly ripe avocado, vegan omelette, vegan sausage and peppers - everything delicious. Can't wait to stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Option for Watkins Glen (June 2017)

Gita is a welcoming host and great cook. The breakfast both mornings were delicious for both vegans and non-vegans. The location of the house is perfect, as it is a short drive to the main Watkins Glen attractions, and just far enough away to be peaceful and for the dark skies to allow you to see an incredible night sky.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

absolutely amazing!

My girlfriend and i just had a one night stay at he ginger cat, and it was fantastic. Gita made us feel right at home from the get go. Gave us great recommendations for dining around the area. We found this place on the happy cow app. We came up to watkins glen for the state park, but staying at the ginger cat put the icing on the cake. Gita's cooking is out of this world too. Probably the best breakfast i've ever had. You just cant beat a place that is vegan and also has cats. I cannot wait until i am in the area again, i will be sure to stay again!!! Steve and Jess

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect vegan haven

I highly recommend staying here wether you are vegan or not. The food is delicious, the area is quiet and beautiful, and the rooms are cute and clean. Gita and the cats are wonderful and make you feel right at home. Love this place and will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing vegan B&B

The house and room were wonderful, as was the food. Gita is very kind and friendly. This place is really something special. And the cats are adorable!