A Unique Culinary Experience for Our Guests
Turn your stay at the Limestone Mansion into an unforgettable culinary getaway with our Wood-Fired Pizza-Making Experience! Available for guests staying on select weekends, this hands-on experience offers the perfect blend of fun, flavor, and relaxation.
Available Dates:
This experience is only available on select weekends. The experience is on Saturday evening of the weekend:
- May 30 - Jun 1
- Sept 12 - Sept 14
- Sept 26 - Sept 28
What’s Included:
- Hands-on pizza-making class with expert guidance from Chef Jake.
- A custom Limestone Mansion apron to wear and take home (a $45 value).
- Fresh salad and dessert served alongside your wood-fired pizza.
- Choice of beverage: water, soda, or iced tea. (If alcohol included extra selected then a glass of wine or beer is included with your meal. Additional wine and beer available for purchase)
Pricing Options (in addition to room stay):
- Non-Alcoholic Package: $125 (+ tax) per person
- Alcohol-Included Package: $135 (+ tax) per person (includes a glass of beer or wine with dinner)
Additional beer and wine available for purchase during the meal.
Why It’s Worth It:
This experience is more than just dinner—it's a chance to enjoy an interactive culinary event while creating lasting memories. From learning new skills to savoring your handmade pizza under the stars, you'll enjoy an evening of fun, flavor, and relaxation.
How to Book:
- Check availability for one of the weekends listed above. When reserving your room, add the Pizza Experience: with Alcohol or Pizza Experience: no Alcohol Extra during the reservation process. (Extras are labeled as step 2 in the booking process)
- Space is limited, so we recommend reserving early! Check Availability Now!
(Make sure to read Terms and Conditions near bottom of page)
Create. Dine. Relax. Let’s make your stay truly memorable!
Sample Itinerary:
Friday – Arrival & Welcome:
- Check in at the Limestone Mansion after 3:00 PM and settle into your charming guest room.
- Enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner just steps away:
- For an elegant sit-down meal, head to the Rose & Kettle, known for its farm-to-table offerings.
- Prefer something casual? Red Shed Ale House offers a relaxed atmosphere with great local brews and comfort food.
- After dinner, unwind in the parlor or enjoy a quiet evening on the porch.
Saturday – Explore & Pizza Night:
- Start your day with a delicious homemade breakfast served at the Limestone Mansion.
- Spend your morning exploring Cherry Valley:
- Enjoy some retail therapy in the village shops.
- Take a short drive to Cooperstown to visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame, Fenimore Art Museum Farmers' Museum, or enjoy a round of golf.
- Return to the Limestone Mansion by 4:30 PM for the Wood-Fired Pizza-Making Experience:
- Learn how to stretch and shape your own pizza dough.
- Discover how to make the perfect pizza sauce from scratch.
- Choose from a variety of toppings to create your perfect 10-inch pizza.
- Bake your pizza in our wood-fired oven while enjoying a complimentary beverage.
- Sit down to enjoy your creation alongside a fresh salad and decadent dessert.
- Relax under the stars as the evening winds down, with additional beer and wine available for purchase.
Sunday – Farewell:
- Enjoy another homemade breakfast at the Limestone Mansion.
- Check out by 11:00 AM, refreshed and filled with wonderful memories.
Terms & Conditions
The Limestone Mansion will make every effort to hold the event as scheduled.
If inclement weather or conditions beyond our control prevent us from running the event, guests will receive a full refund for the cost of the Pizza-Making Experience.
The refund applies only to the experience fee; lodging costs are subject to our standard cancellation policy.
No refunds will be issued for personal cancellations unless covered under our standard refund policy.
This experience is for adults only. You must be 21 or older to participate in the experience with alcohol.
Rail Explorers Adventure Add-On
Stay at the Limestone Mansion & Get 20% Off Your Cooperstown Rail Explorers Tour!
Looking for a unique way to explore the beauty of Cooperstown, NY? As a guest at the Limestone Mansion, you can unlock 20% off your Rail Explorers tour when you book your stay with us!
How It Works
Book Your Stay – Select your dates and room on our website.
Add the Rail Explorers Discount – During the booking process, choose the Rail Explorers Adventure Add-On as an "Extra" to receive 20% off your tour. (Discount applies to one booking per Limestone Mansion reservation.)
Choose a Snack Box (Optional) – Want a snack for the ride? Add a Classic or Gourmet Snack Box to your booking, and we’ll have it ready before you head out. (24-hour notice required.)
We Coordinate Your Rail Tour – After confirming your stay, we’ll send your details to Rail Explorers. They’ll contact you directly to schedule your ride and apply the 20% discount. You will pay Rail Explorers directly for the tour.
Receive Your Confirmation – Once you finalize your rail booking, you and the Limestone Mansion will receive an email from Rail Explorers with the tour details.
Enjoy Your Ride! – If you ordered a snack box, we’ll have it ready for you before you leave for your adventure!
Important Details & Restrictions
- Your tour must take place during your stay at the Limestone Mansion.
- Valid only for the 2025 Cooperstown Rail Explorers season (April 26 – Nov 2, 2025).
- Discount applies to one booking per Limestone Mansion reservation.(Does not include the 2.75% Rail Explorer booking fee.)
- Subject to availability.
- Not valid on the following holidays or specialty tours:
- Memorial Day (May 26, 2025)
- Fourth of July (July 4, 2025)
- Labor Day (September 1, 2025)
- Columbus Day (October 13, 2025)
Learn more about the Cooperstown Rail Explorers tours here:
Rail Explorers – Cooperstown Tours (https://www.railexplorers.net/tours/cooperstown)
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