Become a Member | Finger Lakes Bed and Breakfast Association

Individual page listing on our new, responsive, ADA compliant website, www.flbba.com, with a link to your website.

Ability to participate in Book Direct program. Book Direct allows for guests to search among Member inns for specific dates of stay and desired search criteria (e.g. pet friendly, spa, fireplace, etc…).

Bi-monthly newsletters to existing and future guests regarding news and happenings in the Finger Lakes.

Participation in FLBBA’s Gift Certificate Program at no cost, no commission to Member inns.

Member referrals.

Association Membership with the Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance (FLTA).

Associate Tourism Partner Network.

Support from fellow FLBBA members

At least one membership meeting held annually to report FLBBA activities, receive member input and formulate plans for the coming years.

Opportunity to join our Board Members for greater participate in FLBBA.

Membership Information

FLBBA has developed a series of recommended standards to ensure that members provide the highest quality Bed and Breakfast accommodations in the Finger Lakes Region. These guidelines are designed to assist innkeepers in providing a high level of safety, comfort, cleanliness and hospitality.

While FLBBA members are not regularly inspected, we do require that members be in compliance with our Association’s Recommended Member Standards, and sign a pledge to uphold these standards, and have our Membership Chair visit your B&B to welcome you to FLBBA and answer any questions.

Members are required to send copies of their DBA Certificate or Incorporation Documentation, New York State Tax Certificate of Authority, a copy of your Homeowner’s/Bed and Breakfast Insurance Policy cover page showing a minimum liability rider of $1,000,000 (one million) coverage, and town/village or county permits where applicable. You will be asked to provide information about your B&B, including a brief description with your application. This information will be used to set up your FLBBA page on our website.

Dues are currently $150.00 per year. There is an additional $50 one-time fee to set up a new member on the FLBBA website ($200.00 total). If you are interested in joining, please mail back the completed New Membership Application Form, the signed Recommended Standards Form with a check mark next to completed items and/or notations where appropriate, and copies of your DBA, Tax Certificate of Authority, Insurance Liability coverage, permits and a check made payable to FLBBA for total dues to:

Tracey Howe

The Brindle and Blonde Bed and Breakfast

6932 County Road 12

Naples, New York 14512

Questions? Tracey Howe ph. 716-777-1803 or email membershipandgcsflbba@gmail.com

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1Member Info

2Member Standards

3Property Details

Property Name * Required
(Full legal name of B&B/Inn)
Property Owner(s) * Required
First & Last Name(s)
Host(s) * Required
First & Last Name(s)
Phone * Required
Email * Required
Website - enter a valid website URL for example https://www.google.com * Required
Booking Link - enter a valid website URL for example https://www.google.com * Required
Property Address * Required
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Are you open for business? * Required
- Yes
- No
Opening Date - must be mm/dd/yyyy format
MM slash DD slash YYYY
How many guest rooms do you have? * Required
Would you like to participate in the Gift Certificate Program? * Required
- Yes
- No
Would you be interested in becoming more active with FLBBA? * Required
- Yes
- No
What is your Specialty?
Property Description
This will appear on your listing page on our website.
Membership Agreement * Required
I agree to work to promote tourism, the innkeeper profession and the Finger Lakes Bed and Breakfast Association.
DBA Certificate or Incorporation or LLC Documentation of legal business name. * Required
Max. file size: 300 MB.
NYS Certificate of Tax Authority * Required
Max. file size: 300 MB.
Insurance rider showing minimum liability coverage of $1,000,000 * Required
Max. file size: 300 MB.
Town/Village or County permits (where applicable)
Max. file size: 300 MB.
Signature * Required
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Recommended Membership Standards * Required
Business Credentials and Requirements
- Taxing Certificates of Authority for county and state visibly displayed in guest welcome area
- DBA (County Doing Business As) Certificate and Zoning
- Certificate if required, visibly displayed in guest welcome area
- State, local and federal fire regulation compliance; Certificate of inspection obtained from local fire inspector
- Guest Register recommended. Formal guest registration system such as computer program or card system may be accepted
- Business (separate) Checking Account with legal business name on account
- Bookkeeping System
- Bed and Breakfast insurance in place with a minimum of $1,000,000 liability rider
- Town or County Permits where required by law
Safety Requirements
- One working smoke detector in each guest room and one smoke detector in each main hallway per floor
- One fire extinguisher in each guest room or fire sprinkler system
- One fire extinguisher in kitchen or fire sprinkler system
- Fire ladders in accordance with NYS and local zoning fire regulations
- Carbon Monoxide Detector required for any room having a vent-free gas fireplace
- One working flashlight or removable outlet emergency light in each guest room
- Emergency evacuation plan including closest exit route posted clearly in each guest room
- Emergency phone numbers clearly posted in guest rooms or at main guest phone
- Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) safety outlets provided in all guest bathrooms and near any source of water
- Night lights in guest rooms and common areas for nighttime safety
- Rugs secured or with non-slip backing to prevent slipping, especially on or near stairways
- Adequate on site parking; outdoor guest areas, steps and walkways well lit and free of debris, snow or ice
Cleanliness
- Rooms, room furnishings and draperies regularly cleaned, free of wear and well maintained
- Bed linens changed after every guest stay
- For extended guest stays bed linens are usually changed every third day or as requested.
- Bed linens stain-free and in good condition; all beds have clean mattress pads in good condition
- DAILY: Beds made up; wastebaskets emptied, towels and bath mats changed, drinking glasses replaced, baths freshened as necessary. Exceptions would be for guests who decline daily service and where “green” towel rules are clearly posted.
- Shared Baths: clean floor, mirror, sink, shower/bathtub and toilet and freshen towels on a daily basis.
Furnishings - Guest Rooms and Baths
- Privacy window covering for each window
- Privacy door locks on all guest bedrooms and shared baths (need to be secure, but not necessarily keyed)
- Sturdy beds with comfortable mattress
- Bed covering, blanket and two covered sleeping pillows per guest; extra pillows and blankets available for request
- Private Guest Bath: 1 each-washcloth, hand towel and bath towel per guest; extra toilet paper roll, sanitary needs bags, fresh soap. Bathmat or nonskid shower strips recommended. Safety grab bars recommended where guests enter/exit tubs
- Shared Guest Bath: Provide adequate hanging area for each guest for their bath linens and adequate space for toiletry use.
- Guest hamper provided for wet linens. Fresh towels may be provided in guest’s room as well for smaller baths.
- Wastebasket and facial tissue provided in guest bedroom. Additional wastebasket provided in guest bathroom
- Comfortable seating provided in each room where possible
- Lamps in task/seating/reading areas as appropriate.
- Bedside reading lamps minimum 60 watts on each side of bed (or equivalent), adequate bedside tables-one for each guest where possible
- Adequate hanging and drawer storage space for each guest, 10 hangers and 2 drawers each recommended
- Luggage rack or appropriate flat surface for luggage required
- Absolutely no personal belongings of owners should be stored in guest rooms
- Screens should be on all windows that open
Common Areas
- Reception/office area (clean and neat) for guest’s check-in/out with seating available for guest’s comfort available
- Common area(s) available for guest’s use at all times, or hours when available clearly posted. These areas should be clean, neat and well lit with reading lamps provided, etc. There should be comfortable seating to accommodate guests
- A guest information center providing local maps, names and numbers of local restaurants, churches, museums and information about local events and shopping should be readily available to guests in common areas or in each guest room
- Telephone with writing surface should be available on premises for guest’s convenience
- House policies/Rules should be visibly posted and clearly pointed out to guests at check-in. Very Important
Kitchen Area +
- Dishwasher available for thorough high temperature cleaning of dishes
- Counter and work surfaces should be cleaned and disinfected regularly. Appliances and cabinets clean and in good working order. Refrigerator temperature monitored about 38-40 degrees for food safety. Proper safe food handling practices adhered to
- Guest’s use of or limited use of any kitchen or refrigeration areas (guest ice) should be clearly indicated to guest
Exterior
- Establishment should be well maintained and in good repair and visually appealing
- Grounds, walkways and steps should be consistently well maintained and well illuminated for safe night use
- Clear signage for guest’s entrance and/or parking visible
- Lighted business sign easily visible from the road
Food and Beverage
- Breakfast always provided in room rate. Times of service should be clear. Determine diet restrictions/allergies before bkfst
- If continental breakfast only is served, guests should be made aware of this in advance of arrival
- Serving of Alcohol is prohibited in New York State without a license. It cannot legally be served, sold, shared, gifted,
  advertised, or given away to a paying guest in your establishment without a valid NYS Liquor License.
  A Bed and Breakfast Liquor License is available in NYS for a reasonable fee; please contact the state liquor authority
Hospitality Plus
- Provide on Website or in Brochure: phone, fax, email, website address, directions to establishment, pets on premises, if pets are allowed, if children are allowed and what age, smoking policies, meals served, owner’s names
- Cancellation policies made clear in brochure/website and told to guests when making reservation or in written confirmation
- Parking locations or parking space restrictions discussed in advance of visit if necessary
- Check in/out times and flexibility of times discussed in advance of visit, instructions given to guest for late arrivals
- Information on methods of payment and credit cards accepted discussed in advance of visit
- Reservations confirmed in advance of visit by mail or email when required
- Provide a warm, friendly welcome and a tour of the establishment including guest information areas, refreshment areas, breakfast times, emergency exit plans, fire equipment, phone or computer usage and other house policies
- How the innkeepers/managers can be reached at all hours, whether on or off the premises must be visibly posted. Forwarding phone number should be available when going off the premises
I have reviewed the standards listed herein and are, to the best of my knowledge, in accordance with these standards.
Signature * Required

Membership Information * Required
FLBBA has developed a series of recommended standards to ensure that members provide the highest quality Bed and Breakfast accommodations in the Finger Lakes Region. These guidelines are designed to assist innkeepers in providing a high level of safety, comfort, cleanliness and hospitality.

While FLBBA members are not regularly inspected, we do require that members be in compliance with our Association’s Recommended Member Standards, and sign a pledge to uphold these standards, and have our Membership Chair visit your B&B to welcome you to FLBBA and answer any questions.

Members are required to send copies of their DBA Certificate or Incorporation Documentation, New York State Tax Certificate of Authority, a copy of your Homeowner’s/Bed and Breakfast Insurance Policy cover page showing a minimum liability rider of $1,000,000 (one million) coverage, and town/village or county permits where applicable. You will be asked to provide information about your B&B, including a brief description with your application. This information will be used to set up your FLBBA page on our website.

Dues are currently $150.00 per year. There is an additional $50 one-time fee to set up a new member on the FLBBA website ($200.00 total).

I have read and understand the Membership Information.
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