Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Lake | Seneca Lake |
| Area | Geneva, NY |
| Address | 4069 West Lake Road, Geneva, NY 14456 |
| Phone | (315) 781-0201 |
| Official website | https://www.belhurst.com/ |
| Guest capacity | Castle Ballroom up to 250; Meritage Ballroom up to 160; Edgar's private dining rooms 15–40 each (small weddings under 50) |
| Lodging | 3 hotels on site; wedding room blocks |
| Catering | On-site events team with customized menus (no set packages) |
| Drive from Springside Inn | About 37 min (28.5 mi) from Springside Inn to Geneva (drive-time estimate, no traffic) |
| Guide rank | #4 of 8 |
What the venue offers
- Historic castle on the shore of Seneca Lake, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Lawn ceremonies facing Seneca Lake, outdoor bars and a waterside dock
- 3 hotels and 2 restaurants; winery, craft beer and cider; the Isabella Spa-Salon
- Belhurst states it charges no venue fee for its ballrooms
Spaces
| Space | Detail |
|---|---|
| Castle Ballroom | 4,400 sq ft, up to 250 guests, view of Seneca Lake, indoor and outdoor bar |
| Meritage Ballroom | 3,300 sq ft, up to 160 guests, windows on the gardens and lake, own patio |
| Edgar's Restaurant in the Castle | Six private dining rooms for 15–40 guests each |
How it compares with our #1 pick
Springside Inn (#1, Editor's Pick) is a historic inn across the road from Owasco Lake with ceremony, reception, in-house catering and 7 guest rooms on one property for 30 to 300 guests, depending on the space and setup. Choose Belhurst Castle if you want a castle-and-winery setting on Seneca Lake with large ballrooms. See Springside Inn.
Read the side-by-side: Springside Inn vs Belhurst Castle.
FAQ
Where is Belhurst Castle?
4069 West Lake Road, Geneva, NY 14456, on Seneca Lake. About 37 min (28.5 mi) from Springside Inn to Geneva (drive-time estimate).
How many wedding guests can Belhurst Castle hold?
Castle Ballroom up to 250; Meritage Ballroom up to 160; Edgar's private dining rooms 15–40 each (small weddings under 50).
Does Belhurst Castle have lodging?
3 hotels on site; wedding room blocks
How does Belhurst Castle compare with Springside Inn?
Springside Inn (#1) combines ceremony, reception, in-house catering and 7 guest rooms on one Owasco Lake property for 30 to 300 guests, depending on the space and setup. Belhurst Castle is best for couples who want a castle-and-winery setting on Seneca Lake with large ballrooms.
Sources
Checked October 27, 2026. Confirm prices, capacity and availability directly with the venue.
- Belhurst (official site): https://www.belhurst.com/
- Belhurst weddings page: https://www.belhurst.com/weddings/