Contact: Deborah Drago-Leaf, 315-781-0201 ext. 550

BELHURST LAUNCHES BOAT CLUB'S SECOND SEASON

May 18, 2006 (GENEVA, NEW YORK) — Belhurst Vice President Kevin Reeder proudly announces the second season kick off of the Belhurst Boat Club, following a hugely successful first year.

Since the summer of 2005 the Belhurst Boat Club has been the topic of many conversations at area marinas as boaters enjoy the improved Belhurst dock and club benefits. This popular boating destination receives many Seneca Lake boaters who wish to take a break from the water and take in the charms of Belhurst. Any boater can become a member of the free Belhurst Boat Club by stopping by Belhurst and registering at the front desk.

“We invite every Finger Lakes boater to join our Belhurst Boat Club,” explains Kevin Reeder. “This year we’re launching the club over Memorial Day Weekend with great offers in Edgar’s, Stonecutters, and our Wine & Gift Shop.”

Boaters may choose to dine in at Belhurst, amid awe-inspiring wood carvings of Edgar’s in the Castle, or relax in the cooling atmosphere of Stonecutters lounge, or they may take their treasures back to the boat. In addition, boaters are invited to sample Belhurst’s award-winning wines in the Belhurst Wine & Gift Shop and purchase their favorites to bring back to the Lake.

Over one hundred years ago the original, elegant boathouse, built by Carrie Collins to hold a 20-passenger gasoline propelled steam yacht, was consumed by a fire. The new dock has been rebuilt directly over the original boathouse footprint to create a modern dock which holds boats of up to 65 feet in length.

Known for its charm, unique architecture, and stunning lake views, the Belhurst properties include Belhurst Castle, originally built in 1885; White Springs Manor, originally built around 1900; and the newest hotel Vinifera Inn. The Reeder family acquired the Castle in 1992 with the dream of offering Finger Lakes visitors the unique beauty, luxury and romance of historical legend. Also included on the property are Edgar’s – the restaurant in the castle, Stonecutters lounge, and Belhurst Wine & Gift Shop. Belhurst has been voted One of the Most Romantic Places in NYS, has won thirteen consecutive Awards of Excellence in the Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards Program, has won many wine competition medals for its Belhurst wine, and continues to be one of the most beloved destinations in the Finger Lakes.