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The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa Featured on CBS News Chicago
On the morning of Friday, October 10th, we were excited to host Marissa Perlman and CBS News Chicago Jumpstart. General Manager, Dan Dolan shared our fall events and family activities, Marissa learned about everything Avani Spa has to offer, and Chef Noah Gumustekin showed off his culinary delights. Click below to watch the segment!
A New Cause at Bar West
Our latest Cocktail for a Cause benefits Breathe, Inc., a local organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients by providing financial relief, healthcare navigation, and essential resources, allowing them to focus on their own well-being.
Our Powerful in Pink cocktail is a sweet-tart in pink lemonade that packs a punch. Join us at Bar West during our regular hours of operation to sip with purpose and help those affected by cancer.
Spooky Fun This Halloween Season
It will be a Boo-tiful October this year at The Abbey Resort with a celebration of cute creepy-crawlies and things that go bump in the night. Start by learning about our favorite nighttime animal friends throughout the month at our special outdoor Luminary Walk, complete with glow sticks and education stations. Adults can join us on October 27th and learn about Victorian Spiritualism from our friends at Black Point Estate during our Calling All Spirits event. Round out the month with a weekend full of spooky family fun and autumn adventures on Halloween weekend! Go trick or treating indoors, create your own scarecrow, or make s'mores at our Spooktacular Starlight Bonfire. On Saturday, the public and our guests are invited to our first Halloween Family Fun Party, complete with dancing, face painting, and a costume parade! Find these events and more on our Event Calendar.
Oktoberfest Specials at Waterfront & 240 West
Savor the flavors of the season at Waterfront & 240 West with our German-inspired Oktoberfest specials! At Waterfront, enjoy Bavarian Pretzels with Beer Cheese & Mustard, Bratwurst with Sauerkraut, or Apple Strudel. Our Burgers of the Week will also take on a German theme as well. At 240 West, indulge in a traditional dinner of Wiener Schnitzel with Spaetzle and pair it with your favorite beer or a glass of Riesling. Specials run through October, so don't miss out!
Chef Noah Visits WGN-TV
Chef Noah Gumustekin visited Chicago's WGN-TV on Sunday to be a part of WGN Weekend Morning News Sunday Brunch segment. He tempted viewers' tastebuds with his famous Bananas Foster French Toast and talked all things brunch. Click below to view the segment.
The Abbey is a Part of "Your Hometown"
Lake Geneva has the honor of being the first Wisconsin town featured on WGN Radio's "Your Hometown" series, and our General Manager, Dan Dolan, joined the fun to talk about The Abbey Resort. Click below to listen to the interview.
A New Cocktail for a Cause
The newest selection in our special Cocktails for a Cause menu is the purrrrfect combination of tasty beverage and worthy organization.
The Kitty Cocktail is a sweet and fruity concoction, made with vodka, strawberry puree, and heavy cream. Proceeds from each Kitty Cocktail sold will go to Toledo Keeping the Faith Cat Shelter, a no-kill cat rescue in Walworth, WI, that seeks to find loving homes for felines, along with assisting people in need with their cats' medical care.
Join us at Bar West during our regular hours of operation to enjoy a delightful drink and help our feline friends find forever homes.
Voting is Open - 2026 Wisconsin Lodging Directory Cover Contest
We're excited to be a finalist in Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association's 2026 Wisconsin Lodging Directory cover contest! We'd be proud to be the face of Wisconsin hospitality in the coming year. If you love Abbey sunrises as much as we do, we'd appreciate it if you took a moment to vote for us and share the link with your friends. This round ends on August 30th, so click the link below to vote today!
Indulgent Autumn at Avani Spa
Treat yourself to relaxation and pampering at Avani Spa this fall with new products, fall fragrances, and luxurious services available beginning on September 8, 2025. Click below to learn more.
Fun & Educational Fall Events
We've added new events this fall that are sure to entertain people of all ages and interests. Our Lakeside Laughs Comedy Nights return as well as our popular Pour Your Own Epoxy™ classes. Fall family activities abound and our Doo-Wop Disaster of a Murder Mystery Dinner is planned for October 3.
Joining the lineup of events this fall are two engaging programs led by our partners at Black Point Estate. In September, learn How to Drink A Beer, and in October, learn all about Victorian era spiritualism at our Calling All Spirits event. Learn more at the link below.
Cocktails for a Cause at Bar West
The Abbey Resort is excited to announce our new Cocktails for a Cause program at Bar West, benefiting area non-profit organizations. A portion of the proceeds from each of the specialty cocktails sold will go to its corresponding local organization.
We’re kicking off the program in June with a delightfully sweet and refreshing concoction. The Harbor Rainbow is a bright and colorful take on a Dark n' Stormy, made with RumHaven Caribbean Rum, Ginger Beer, and Simple Syrup, topped with Rainbow Berry Airheads. Proceeds from each Harbor Rainbow sold will go to LGBTQ+ Walworth County, an organization that provides support and resources to the local LGBTQ+ community along with their friends and families.
New cocktails and organizations will be added to the Cocktails for a Cause menu throughout the year, so keep an eye on our page to see our latest additions!
