Make History
Combining Sophistication, History and Natural Beauty, Chateau Safflyn is the Premier Green Facility & Performance Center for Special Events.
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Chateau Safflyn provides the ultimate venue for truly special occasions. Weddings, Conferences, Festivals, Special Events, Retreats, Company Parties, or Family Celebrations - we are here to help you plan and execute an ultimate affair that your guests will never forget. We can guide your every need when developing Meetings, Seminars and Conferences of all sizes.
The former home of Mstislav Rostropovich, "the Greatest Cellist of the 20th Century" Chateau Safflyn has been touched by a "Green" influence only to enhance this magnificent 8,300 sq ft mansion for the exposition of world-class performance in the most scenic, intimate location.
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A Crown Jewel in the Heart of New York
Rejuvenate Your Soul
Come for the day or spend a weekend! During your stay you can melt your stresses away with a luxurious spa treatment. We provide five-star accomodations with breathtaking views that will make you forget there is a world outside.
Create Art
Featuring state-of-the-art technology, this is the perfect place to produce musical history. This musician's dream offers precisely designed studio space that will accomodate your acoustical needs.
Experience History
Nestled in the middle of a sprawling 330-acre estate, the property is a magical combination of history, serenity and art. The crown jewel of Herkimer County, surrounded by beautiful gardens along a maple-lined driveway, the Gelston Castle Estate offers the ultimate getaway for any occasion.
Henderson, Douglas, Monroe, Roosevelt, Robinson, Rostropovich and Vishneskaya are just a few names that make up its history. The families of three U.S. Presidents remain connected to this property.
For centuries, it has provided a tranquil respite for the powerful elite. Today it is available as a guiding light for guests who wish to reclaim their imagination.
