Nestled Above Seneca Lake in the Heart of Wine Country With Private Beach

Hector, New York
$419 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

This cottage is nestled at the end of the lane, below the vineyards and farm meadows, beside the lake. Three bedrooms offer queen size beds in two of the bedrooms and a double bed in the third bedroom. A modern kitchen is equipped with a full size refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, Keurig and a drip coffee maker, dishes, serving ware and a full complement of pots and pans to serve homestyle meals; including paper products, bottled drinking water and spices. Games, books, internet and TV, provide entertainment. The outdoor grill delivers delicious meals on the deck overlooking the lake. Enjoy the solitude and gorgeous views from the deck and living area windows. A newly built staircase leads to your private beach. Cliff house sits above the lake on an ancient shale cliff. Sturdy railings surround the deck and overlook areas, however, always supervise children at all times for safety. You may use our two kayaks, a canoe, life jackets, dock and beach chairs. The beach has a fire pit for evening campfires.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1250 Sq Ft (116 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Henry H.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Great location right on Seneca lake. House was comfortable for both hanging out and sleeping.

  • Shari J.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 14, 2025

    The Cliff House was the perfect fall getaway. The view of the lake was spectacular.

  • Dave S.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    We loved the location. The perfect vacation place on Seneca Lake and close to everything! And the home was perfect for 2 couples to relax and enjoy time together in a beautiful setting.

  • Mary Louise S.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2025

    Stayed Oct 6, 2025

    Welcomed with a bottle of local wine. Spectacular lake view. Cozy atmosphere.Comfortable beds. Wonderful fall experience. Lots to do nearby!

  • Michelle E.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    I loved the property, especially that it was right on Seneca Lake. It was close to the event we were going to which made it even better!

  • Paul O.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    My wife and I were join by another couple for a week at lake Seneca and we really enjoyed our stay here. The location was ideal for us as there were quite a few good wineries close by. The house was on the lake with great views from the deck. The owner Elisabeth was staying next door and she stopped by shortly after we checked in to see how we were doing and to see if we needed anything and had quite a few recommendations for us wrt wineries, restaurants, and golf. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Janette W.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    We absolutely loved it! The stairs to the lake was a bit challenging getting the kayaks down/up, but not too horrible. We’re getting ….. We enjoyed the fire pit at the beach and beautiful sunsets. Nice and close to wineries, distilleries, breweries, Watkins Glen and Gorge Trail that were really enjoyed. Beautiful views from the house and the home was nice with many provided amenities that was greatly appreciated. Hosts were very nice. We would visit again!

  • Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    Spectacular views with dock and lakefront space. Our family enjoyed kayaking, dock and firepit. Home was clean and owners seemed to have covered all the details. Very accomodating. There is a walk down a bunch of steps to lake to keep in mind. But soooo worth it! Great experience.

  • Anna E.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    We keep returning to this place because we love the location and the house!

  • Darlene O.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    House is as described. Managed the drive down the gravel road.

  • Jose G.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    My family and I stayed here for my sister’s graduation weekend and it was fantastic. Even though it was a 45 minute drive from Ithaca, we were always excited to return and relax at the cottage. Check in was a breeze. The house was immaculately clean and ready for us to unpack. The rooms were a good size and having two bathrooms was perfect for a group of 6. It felt like a real home with everything needed to feel comfortable, cook, and just relax. The real gem was the beautiful view of the lake from the living room and patio as well as from the dock. We took advantage of trying to canoe for the first time and everything was there to kayak or canoe with three kayaks and a four-person canoe available with paddles and life jackets. We also had a bonfire with the provided firewood. It was unexpectedly cold for the time of year, but there was plenty of heaters to heat the house up quickly. Overall, a great place to spend quality time with a group and we would come back in a heartbeat!

  • LYNDA D.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    We came to relax and that’s exactly what we did. It was the perfect location to just sit by the water and unwind. Thank you so much for sharing your adorable cottage with us. We hope to use this cottage again.

  • Submitted Nov 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 28, 2024

    Cozy cottage overlooking Seneca Lake. Had everything we need in good location. Overall though a little pricy for late October but since splitting cost with another couple was manageable.

  • Elena K.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Really enjoyed the property and the neighborhood. No complaints, only appreciation.

  • Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 15, 2024

    We spent most of a week here during a gorgeous autumn. Most of the time was spent hiking, visiting local wineries and cideries, plus a memorable trip to the Corning Museum of Glass. The hosts were friendly and available. The house was perfect for 2 couples.

  • Liane D.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    It was nice to be on the water and close to wineries and restaurants since that was the reason for going!

  • Mark H.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    Met friends here for a long wine and football weekend. Could not have found a better location. The view from the deck, the firepit by the lake, it was all so enjoyable! We felt so welcome from the minute we walked in. There is so much to see nearby, we are looking forward to coming back and exploring more!

  • Judith E.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Was able to communicate with the owner easily. Always a quick response. Road bringing you to the home was dirt and some spots steep. I knew this going in hence the name “The Cliff house”. Home was very welcoming. A special touch from the owner was a nice bottle of wine, along with a hand written note. The home was very cozy, plenty of seating and an electric fireplace for ambience. We all enjoyed our stay and recommend this home. Perfect location as well. We appreciate you sharing your home with us, even if it was only for two nights.

  • Patrick B.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2024

    Stayed Sep 23, 2024

    Unfortunately the weather wasn't that nice, rainy and overcast until the day we left. Sun came up the last morning and we all wanted to stay longer. But this was a great place to stay. Roomy and clean.. close to multiple wineries and the other places we visited. the other places we visited.ot us to visit.

  • Megan C.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    Paul and Betsy’s cottage was the best place we e stayed in 12 yrs of coming to the FLX. Comfortable spaces, amazing dock and fire pit area and great views on the deck. Perfect location to hot spots like Lucky Hare and Scale House. Would love to stay again.

  • Greg K.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    Great location and awesome amenitied

  • Tracy T.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2024

    Stayed Sep 4, 2024

    I would only stay at this rental when I return to the Finger Lakes. Everything we needed was provide and inside is perfect, but the deck, both at the top of the cliff, and also at the bottom right on the lake are worth it all! Got to see beautiful sunsets from the deck. And great location to everything in the area - wineries, shopping, dining, water sports and boating.

  • Patricia C.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was quiet and relaxing. The house was clean and welcoming. The views of the lake were breathtaking - especially the sunsets. We had great weather to enjoy the kayaks and canoe that were available. We can't wait to visit again next year.

  • Mary Ann S.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2024

    Stayed Jul 7, 2024

    This cottage was just the right size for our family. We enjoyed the view from the deck. It was very close to the rest of our other family for our reunion.

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$520+
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