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The Fair Haven Inn serves overnight and long term guests in historic Childs, a 19th century village, the site of the National Landmark Cobblestone District, and a unique bit of Americana. It is adjacent to fine dining, grocery store, museum and gift shop. Its central location places it within five miles of trophy fishing and historic sights of the area as well as 45 minutes from the major metropolitan areas of Rochester, Buffalo and Niagara Falls.

Its beautifully appointed rooms are unique, furnished with antiques and contain all modern amenities including private baths. Each room possesses its own character in both decoration and design. Come see and feel how history can be both convenient and comfortable in a relaxed country setting.

Built in 1837, this Greek Revival house was part of the village of Childs originally called Fair Haven which was founded and developed by John Proctor. The land on which the Fair Haven Inn and Gift Shop stands was sold to Dr. Thomas Anderson in 1820. He bought three acres from John Proctor and built a log cabin for his family and to start practicing his profession of dentistry. He was described in early histories as a skilled and successful physician. One early resident remembers Dr. Anderson, "with his mild and pleasant way of telling people it wouldn't hurt much to pull teeth, and then almost taking off their heads with his strong arm."

The property was then passed on to Sarah Maria Whipple who built the Greek Revival House in 1837. She married Silas Dewey Walbridge, the son of a tavern owner who also owned a stage line that ran from Clarkson in Monroe County to Gaines. Like his father, Walbridge became the proprietor of The Mansion House, a local hotel located one mile to the west.

Throughout the history of this property, it has passed down to a succession of individuals with ties to the hospitality field, including the owners of the Rochester Yacht Club, the Eagle Hotel and the Five Mile House. The house, built for an inn proprietor and his wife in the heyday of stagecoach travel, has come full circle. It is now owned and operated by Tillman's Historic Village Inn, the only stagecoach house still in operation on the historic Ridge Road.

The Fair Haven Inn is open all year and is handicapped accessible. Telephones, TVs and special lunch and dinner packages are available. Coffee service is included. Pets are not permitted. All major credit cards are accepted. A check or credit card is required within ten days of booking to guarantee reservations. Cancellation notice is required seven days prior to arrival or a one night room rate will be charged. Check in is at 2:00 p.m. and check out is at 11:00 a.m.

Call Mark or Tom at (585) 589-9151 for reservations.

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Guest Room at the Fair Haven Inn