Free continental breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and fishing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Deposit is home to Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake. Hancock Golf Course and Hancock Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Michigan Hill State Forest and Oquaga Creek State Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Deposit travel guide
498 Oquaga Lake Road, Deposit, NY, 13754
What's nearby
Binghamton University
52 min drive - 60.6 km
Elk Mountain Ski Area
57 min drive - 61.8 km
Oquaga Lake
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Animal Adventure Park
34 min drive - 37.8 km
SUNY Broome Community College
42 min drive - 54.1 km
Getting around
Binghamton, NY (BGM-Greater Binghamton)
49 min drive
Restaurants
Butterfields
10 min drive
Wendy's
10 min drive
Little Italy
9 min drive
The Cornerstone Cafe
6 min drive
Honey’s
10 min drive
About this property
Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake
Property highlights
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a bar, and a restaurant at Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and fishing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
A paddleboard on site, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake feature perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Fishing
Kayaking
Paddleboard
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Accessibility
No elevator
Thin carpet in room
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Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV with digital channels
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Air conditioning
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between January 1 and May 10.
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
Dining venue(s)
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 60 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per stay
Resort fee: USD 33.90 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 60 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 94996416
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Frequently asked questions
Is Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 60 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake?
As of 2026/10/8, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake on 2026/10/11 start from NT$6,729, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake located?
Situated in Deposit, this hotel is steps from Oquaga Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of West Branch Delaware River and Deposit Historical Museum. Warner Field and Michigan Hill State Forest are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Reviews
Chestnut Inn at Oquaga Lake Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 74 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 74 reviews
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Reviews
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Frederick
2026/7/6
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
It’s a great Location and classic lake inn rooms were spacious and clean but there was not enough staff. Food selections limited and nothing gluten free.
We loved our over night at the Chestnut Inn and were made to feel like royalty. Danielle is a very special host and made sure we had everything to make us comfortable. Dinner was delightful on the terrace…the lake being steps away. Small but clean and cozy room with updated bathroom. Hotel furnishings very authentic Arts and Crafts with nice details. Breakfast was delicious and mote than we needed! Thanks for a special visit!
Amazingly friendly staff, perfectly cooked meal, well made drinks with an awesome view of the lake. It’s a historic building which adds to the stress relief.
It was wonderful to be at a place that made you feel comfortable and at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Martha
2026/5/19
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I realize that it is a historical hotel. I appreciate the location, sadly the rooms were disappointing, not aesthetically pleasing.
There was no choice for breakfast, everyone was served the same meal regardless. It was tasty, but limited. They ran out of coffee and breakfast. The dinner was ok, the young bartender was friendly, but not very knowledgeable (we figured it out).
We were on the 3rd floor with no elevator, no amenities available.
Probably won’t stay again, but for those who like tranquility it will do.
The staff is fabulous!! They are very friendly and attentive. They make sure your stay is wonderful. We will definitely visit again. Food was delicious as well.
Wonderful blast from the past resort on the lake. Right next to the old time Catskill resort featured in The Marvelous Mrs Maisel. Peaceful and quiet time.
After some considerable difficulty in having the property honor our reservation, we arrived, got our room and enjoyed a well maintained facility, in a beautiful location, albeit with limited on-site activities, even though located directly on a large lake. On balance, very nice property if you need to be in that area; but not worth travelling there just for the stay.
Lovely hotel! You really feel like you’ve stepped back into time, but with annemites that you would expect for today. Great food as well. Staff were efficient. Beds are firm. Bathroom was spotless. Nice quiet location. The room key was a bonus.
We arrived as a family and the staff at the Inn made sure that we were well cared for. Delaney and Valorie made sure that we had wonderful meals and that our water glasses was never empty. Both my boys needed some time to study and the staff was able to show them a quiet room where they could work! We had an awesome stay at the Inn! ❤️
This property is absolutely lovely and inviting! The room was cozy and spotless, and it seems like it’s had some nice updates recently. I especially loved the bathroom, which features a separate whirlpool tub and shower—both in great condition! Just a heads-up, though: the room isn’t accessible for those with mobility challenges, so I might not be able to bring along guests who would need that. Nonetheless, we found it to be the best price for graduation weekend in the Binghamton area!
The restaurant offers great drinks and food.
Beautiful setting! Lovely rooms clean and had wonderful amenities. Need sign by spa tub to turn it on as switch on wall near shower and not at all obvious!
Front desk attendant on check-in gave mis info on breakfast and breakfast attendant not very engaging. Checkout clerk extremely helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Amy
2024/7/14
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
we love the lake and the quaint inn. The restaurant staff are very young and sweet but new at waiting tables for example coffee comes without cream or sugar unless you ask. The food is pricey but the view is great the main course did not come with a salad for example fancy mac n cheese but nothing else. The lake is pristine but the ladder into the water was wonky and needed the first step repaired. the room is cute. It’s very relaxing there. The breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Jerry
2024/9/29
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is almost 100 years old with lots of history. It has been recently renovated and done well. It is right on the lake with lots of outdoor sitting and a pier. The staff are all very friendly and you can tell they enjoy working there. The restaurant was nice with delicious food. The reason for not giving 5 stars all across is because the renovation was done to restore to the original so the rooms are small and the bed was not overly comfortable. Though they did have robes which is one my favorite things. It was definitely nice to stay for one night and experience the property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Sherri
2024/9/29
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a unique property with a lot of character and history. Rooms were spacious and we had an upgrade because we were the only people there. The A/C and heat units being the ones that vent out the window were very loud. No elevator so dragging luggage up the stairs was a little tough. Overall, very nice place to stay. It is just older but has a lot of charm. The staff was super nice! Brought water to our rooms, made coffee in the morning and helped with our luggage when we departed.
Wonderful, tranquil step back into time for a lakeside retreat. Room was large with a view, as promised, and the food at the restaurant for dinner was delicious.
The breakfast started a little bit late at 8 am for myself and other sunrise watchers that I ran into. The eventual pistachio scone that I ate with hot coffee was incredible- so much that they ran out! (And substituted with pumpkin.)
Looking forward a return stay next summer after they continue to make renovations!
The Inn is a beautiful place offering offering superior food and beverage service. That's why we booked a stay there with good friends. However, we were not aware that the restaurant and bar are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays! We were the only 4 people staying at the Inn! Shades of the Shining! It wasn't all bad though. The staff was very accommodating. We were served breakfast and they were always available to help. All in all, a vary unique experience for us. I will continue to recommend The Chestnut Inn.
We had a nice two night stay. The property, overlooking the lake, is beautiful. Charming reception area and dining room/ restaurant. The employees were pleasant. Breakfast was delicious.
Taking away a star because both nights we had someone traipsing up and down all night in the room above ours. The floors are extremely creaky (understandable given the age of the building) so this meant we were disturbed all night. The reception is not manned at night and we didn't want to call the managerI guess if we went back we could request a top floor room but you can hear people walking around in the hallway outside as well. There was also a large stain on the carpet and sofa that really should be cleaned or otherwise dealt with. Overall a good stay though.