This time last week I was driving to the Mirbeau Inn and Spa for the first time. I am excited to go to an area of upstate New York that I was not familiar with and looking forward to a facial and some time to relax.
The Spa
Mirbeau describes their spa by saying:  “Our 14,000 square foot luxury spa is designed especially to offer a protected place of elegance and comfort. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, Spa Mirbeau is staffed with experienced professionals. Complementing a balanced program of classic massages, body wraps, and facial treatments, the spa draws on the richness of the surrounding natural environment”♦
I would definitely agree. The Spa is located on the back side of the building featuring a rustic entrance way filled with the smells of herbs and flowers. My friend and I were greeted and toured through the facilities available for our use. We started at the change rooms that are equipped with showers, sauna, and steam room. The space is quite small but efficient. There are numerous lotions and hair products to use and the luxurious white robes and slippers make you feel pampered right from the start. (Note: I am a plus sized woman and the robe fit around me. It was a bit snug, but fit).
The Aqua Terrace
The Aqua Terrace is one of the prides of the Mirbeau Inn and Spa, and rightfully so. It features an outdoor fireplace, tables, a fully stocked bar and a jacuzzi for 15 seemingly etched out of the natural environment.  The open air feel on a Saturday night in November was refreshing and invigorating. We were there around dinner time and the Aqua Terrace was packed with couples and friends soaking in the chance to unwind, have a glass of wine and catch up. With a lot of people there, it was noisier than I expected it to be. I presumed that it would be a more of a relaxation area, but on the Saturday night of a long week it felt much more celebratory.
I would recommend that if you are looking for quiet time at the Aqua Terrace to pick a time mid week or morning to avoid the busier times of day/week.
 
I absolutely loved the look of this area and definitely recommend that you build it into your visit. Bring your bathing suit and wade in. Your tired body will thank you.
 The Quiet Room
The Quiet Room is laid out in a circular formation with a warm foot bath in the middle. There are lovely lounge chairs to relax on, hot tea and iced cucumber water available.
This room also serves as the waiting area before your spa treatments and as such can be quite busy at turnaround times. If you are planning to spend some time relaxing in this area you should be aware that there will be disruptions every 30 mins to an hour.
Custom Facial
For my treatment I chose the Custom Facial featuring the wonderful Canadian line of products by B.Kamins. It was absolutely divine. The products smelt and felt amazing and I left with a glowing radiant complexion that wasn’t too greasy or too dry. My skin felt renewed and my body felt relaxed and pampered.
 The Dining Room and other amenities
After my treatment I received a tour of the rest of the facilities including the gym, the dining room and the bar. Every part of the Mirbeau is finished with a beautiful attention to detail. From the whimsical curtains in the dining room to the wine tasting bar. Every part of the Mirbeau that I saw made me want to come back, stay longer and really experience all that the Inn and Spa has to offer.
Unfortunately because the Inn was booked solid I wasn’t able to see the guest rooms. But you can view them here on their website.
Once I got back from my trip I told my husband all about it. Hopefully we can escape for a romantic weekend sans children soon.
If you plan on visiting the Finger Lakes region of New York State, make sure that you plan time to visit and/or stay at the Mirbeau. You will not be dissapointed.
*My spa treatment was complimentary thanks to Mirbeau Inn and Spa. Most photos are compliments of Mirbeau Inn and Spa. All opinions are my own.
This place looks amazing (just showed hubby)…definitely need to consider it for a future weekend trip!
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It is amazing! Perfect for a couples weekend :)
I have never been to a spa before. I would love to go! :)
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Ohhhh! That looks divine! I’m going to have to check that place out :) I’m in serious need of relaxation and quiet time! That, and my husband and I haven’t gone on a “date” in four years!! Little One just turned 4 last weekend!!
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What an awesome looking place? I would LOVE to go there to relax, pamper myself and have a great meal! Thanks for sharing.
Jenna
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Oh my gosh that looks amazing! I SO need that!
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Thanks Kathleen. It was amazing!
I’m following you now. I came from Mom’s Mingle. This looks beautiful. I love the hot tub.
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Thank you for the follow Debi. Looking forward to checking out your blog.
that looks wonderful…thanks for sharing
Wow, it’s gorgeous! I’d love to go there!
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What a beautiful retreat. That fireplace looks like the place to be.
Great review! Great spa! I’m putting this on my bucket list of places to go!! Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you Denise!
This sounds like such a nice and relaxing place. are they always fully booked?
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Check their website. I didn’t have a problem booking my treatment. :)
Make sure to come back to Mirbeau on the 25th of November for Shop & Spa! Lots of vendors to get you ready for the holidays and fabulous spa treatments! :)
That DOES sound like an awesome trip/experience, and I love that you want to take your hubby (sounds like a good gift idea for the holidays).
Happy to be visiting. I’m here from Mom’s Monday Mingle.
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The spa looks divine! The hot tub looks like such a relaxing oasis!
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That looks divine!
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It was! I just texted a friend and said we need to plan on going there soon. Just need more money and more time! :)
I took a tour of Mirbeau in high school- it’s beautiful! I also have a lot of high school friends who work there now! Crazy that you’re showcasing my neck of the woods ;) I’d love to know what you thought of Skaneatles in general- whether you got to explore or not. My mom got married in the gazebo overlooking Skaneatles so LOTS of memories and it’s BEAUTIFUL at Christmas time. Another stop I need to make when I visit home in a couple weeks! :)
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