You drove to Cooperstown for the baseball. Maybe it's Induction Weekend. Maybe you made the pilgrimage to the Hall of Fame and now you're wandering Main Street, hat in hand, slightly sunburned. We have a suggestion: treat yourself. Otsego County is home to some genuinely excellent self-care businesses, and after a day of baseball, hiking, or paddling Otsego Lake, there's no better way to close out a perfect Central New York day.
Cooperstown visitors, take note: the charming village of Gilbertsville is only a short scenic drive away, and it's home to one of the most distinctive self-care shops you'll ever walk into. Badgerface Beauty Supply is a woman-owned, small-batch bath and body brand with a big personality — founded by Kristina Strain, who makes natural, plastic-free, cruelty-free products with zero pretension and a whole lot of attitude.
Think whipped body butters, sugar scrubs, lotion bars, and zero-waste shampoo bars with names that'll make you laugh. It's perfect for picking up a gift for someone back home (or, more likely, for yourself). A great excuse to explore Gilbertsville — one of those underrated Central New York gems.
After a weekend on the road, hauling gear and doing the hustle of summer travel, your body deserves some attention. Chantique Spa in Oneonta is a full-service day spa offering massage therapy, foot reflexology (mandatory after a day walking Cooperstown), facials, body scrubs, waxing, essential oil treatments, and eyelash extensions.
Founded by Tracy Abrams, a cosmetologist with over 35 years of experience, Chantique is known for its warm atmosphere and skilled staff. Appointment-only — plan ahead. (607) 441-9898
You've been in travel mode for days. Your hair has seen things — wind off Otsego Lake, a baseball cap, more wind. Time to visit Unadilla Beauty Studio, a trusted local salon serving the region with full hair services including cuts, color, balayage, braiding, and more.
It's the kind of no-fuss, skilled salon that locals swear by — a great spot to get a fresh look before you head home or into the next leg of your summer adventure. (607) 353-2975
Summer is the season for looking effortlessly put together, and Embellished Beauty in Oneonta makes that easier than ever. Owner Samantha Mace launched this beauty studio in early 2025 with a focus on lash and brow services — and the buzz has been building ever since.
Lash lift and tint to wake up vacation-ready every morning (from $70), full lash extensions for that extra pop in every Hall of Fame photo (from $125), or a brow lamination for perfectly styled arches no matter what the humidity does (from $75). The vibe is professional, comfortable, and deeply satisfying.
Hawkeye Spa at The Otesaga
If you're already staying at the Otesaga — Cooperstown's legendary, lakeside AAA Four Diamond resort — Hawkeye Spa is steps away from your room. Even if you're not staying there, it's worth booking a treatment just to soak up the atmosphere.
Using premium Naturopathica products, Hawkeye Spa therapists offer the Otesaga Signature Massage (Swedish + deep tissue + aromatherapy), the Alpine Arnica Deep Tissue Massage (perfect if you've been carrying a four-year-old through every Hall of Fame exhibit), and a full menu of facials. After your treatment, grab a drink at the Fire Bar and watch the sun set over Otsego Lake. Ask about the Lavish & Lunch Special — 30% savings.