More than just a village, Cooperstown is a state of mind where hospitality, graciousness, and tranquility soothe the soul. Founded in 1786 by William Cooper and immortalized in the writing of his son James Fenimore, Cooperstown is a quaint, historic village abounding in sites and attractions.

Just a short walk from the Rose and Thistle B & B, the National Baseball Hall of Fame Museum provides the quintessential experience for baseball fans. A visit to Doubleday Field, the batting range and the village's baseball card shops and exhibits will complete the day.

For the athletic minded, a wide array of sporting facilities are available: golf courses; swimming, boating and fishing on glorious Otsego Lake; cross-country skiing, tubing, skating, and hiking at Glimmerglass State Park; and the A.C. Clark Gymnasium, a state-of-the-art health spa complete with indoor pool, climbing wall, racquetball courts, indoor track, and nautilus equipment.

Nicknamed the Village of Museums, Cooperstown is indeed a paradise for history and art afficionados. The Farmer's Museum and Village Crossroads is an experience in 19th century country life, while the Fenimore Art Museum exhibits a fine collection of American Folk Art and seasonal exhibits. For your shopping enjoyment, there are local art galleries and gift shops, antique stores, and frequent country auctions.