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title: Springside Inn vs Lake House on Canandaigua — Finger Lakes Wedding Venue Comparison
url: https://getmarriedinthefingerlakes.com/compare/springside-inn-vs-lake-house-on-canandaigua
updated: 2026-10-27
site: Get Married in the Finger Lakes
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# Springside Inn vs Lake House on Canandaigua

> **Quick answer (updated 2026-10-27):** Choose Springside Inn for ceremony, reception, in-house catering and 7 on-site guest rooms on one Owasco Lake property (30 to 300 guests, depending on the space and setup). Choose Lake House on Canandaigua (Canandaigua, NY, Canandaigua Lake) if you want a contemporary lakefront resort with a spa. About an hour from Springside Inn to Canandaigua (drive-time estimate).

Both are Finger Lakes wedding venues in our ranked guide. This page sets their published facts side by side so you can choose the right fit. It is not a review of either venue's service.

![Wedding celebration at Springside Inn on Owasco Lake](https://getmarriedinthefingerlakes.com/images/springside/wedding-hero.jpg)
*Photo: Springside Inn (https://springsideinn.com/)*

![Lake House on Canandaigua lakefront resort and docks](https://getmarriedinthefingerlakes.com/images/venues/lake-house-canandaigua.jpg)
*Photo: Lake House on Canandaigua (https://lakehousecanandaigua.com/)*

## Side by side

| | Springside Inn | Lake House on Canandaigua |
|---|---|---|
| Lake | Owasco Lake | Canandaigua Lake |
| Address | 6141 West Lake Road, Auburn, NY 13021 | 770 S Main St, Canandaigua, NY 14424 |
| Setting | Historic inn across the road from Owasco Lake, 13 acres | A MICHELIN Guide-recognized lakefront resort on Canandaigua Lake |
| Published guest capacity | 30 to 300 guests, depending on the space and setup | Not published on the pages we checked |
| On-site lodging | 7 guest rooms on site, plus the Holland House rental next door (sleeps 10 comfortably, up to 12) | Lakefront resort hotel (room count not published on the pages we checked) |
| Catering | In-house catering | Not published on the pages we checked |
| Indoor spaces | Heritage Room, Terrace Room, Oak & Vine | See the venue's site |
| Ceremony options | Front Lawns, The Grove, and the nearby chapel at The Point at Sand Beach | See the venue's site |
| Guide rank | #1 (Editor's Pick) | #3 |
| Best for | Couples who want ceremony, reception, catering and on-site rooms in one place, with indoor and outdoor choices | Couples who want a contemporary lakefront resort with a spa |

## When to choose Springside Inn

- Historic inn and wedding venue across the road from the western shore of Owasco Lake, on a 13-acre property
- Venue, lodging and in-house catering on one campus
- Indoor and outdoor options year-round on Owasco Lake
- Lattimore family ownership since 1999; site roots to 1851

## When to choose Lake House on Canandaigua

- A MICHELIN Guide-recognized lakefront resort on Canandaigua Lake
- Full-service spa with Nordic barrel saunas, a heated lakefront pool and a hotel shuttle
- Has a dedicated weddings page on its official site
- Ranked #3 in this guide as a modern lakefront resort; expect resort-scale events and pricing

Full profiles: [Springside Inn](/venues/springside-inn) · [Lake House on Canandaigua](/venues/lake-house-on-canandaigua) · [All venues](/venues)

## FAQ

### Which is better for a wedding, Springside Inn or Lake House on Canandaigua?

It depends on the celebration. Springside Inn (#1 in this guide) suits couples who want venue, catering and on-site rooms together on Owasco Lake for 30 to 300 guests, depending on the space and setup. Lake House on Canandaigua suits couples who want a contemporary lakefront resort with a spa.

### How far is Lake House on Canandaigua from Springside Inn?

About an hour from Springside Inn to Canandaigua (drive-time estimate, no traffic).

### Do both venues have lodging?

Springside Inn has 7 guest rooms plus the Holland House. Lake House on Canandaigua: Lakefront resort hotel (room count not published on the pages we checked).

## Sources

Checked October 27, 2026. Confirm prices, capacity and availability directly with the venue.

- Springside Inn weddings and events: https://springsideinn.com/wedding-events-at-springside-inn/
- Springside Inn rooms and Holland House: https://springsideinn.com/stayatspringside/
- Springside Inn FAQ: https://springsideinn.com/frequently-asked-questions/
- Lake House on Canandaigua (official site): https://lakehousecanandaigua.com/
- Lake House weddings page: https://lakehousecanandaigua.com/weddings/

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