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Cottage at Weller Island

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Property grounds
Miscellaneous
Large outdoor space for fire side or a picnic table for outdoor dining.
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lamoka Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Bradford, NY
  • Place, Lamoka Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen International
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Fireplace room

1 Double Futon

Fireplace room

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Nook

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage at Weller Island

This is a quiet lake front property on Lamoka Lake with a gradual slope to the water. We purchased this property and did a total remodel which included moving rooms, removing some walls, and raising ceilings all while maintaining the footprint on the property turning this into a very enjoyable place to stay. There is many places to enjoy in the surrounding Finger Lakes area with Watkins Glen NY 15 min to the east, Hammondsport NY 15 min to the west, Corning NY 30 min to the south, and Penn Yan NY 25 min to the North or just enjoy a quiet stay by the lake.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Respect neighbors property
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2476580vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bradford

Located in Bradford, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watkins Glen State Park and Keuka Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International, or consider a night out at Point of the Bluff Vineyards. Kayaking, water tubing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Bradford, NY

What's nearby

  • Lamoka Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Keuka Lake - 17 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 27 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 29 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Corning Museum of Glass - 42 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waneta Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Korner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Matts Place - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Dean Lane Dining - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lost & Found Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage at Weller Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cottage at Weller Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage at Weller Island?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage at Weller Island?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Cottage at Weller Island located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lamoka Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Watkins Glen State Park and Keuka Lake. Seneca Lake and Waneta Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was cozy and the views were fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, exactly as advertised. Matt is very responsive. Highly recommend. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vadim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Very nice place. Gorgeous views. House have everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weller Island Stay

The property was just as advertised - my family enjoyed the lake !! Thanks again for sharing your property !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway!

What a lovely home we got to stay in this past weekend! Had everything we need and more. Very clean, direct waterfront, gorgeous sunsets! I would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2022
Hey Christine your welcome back anytime we have been doing updates and adding items since your last stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home peaceful and beautiful surroundings. Very clean, perfect in every way. Everything needed was provided. Will definitely inquire about renting this property on our next trip if available. Would like to thank Matthew our host for quick response to questions and request we had. Thank you for a wonderful memory that I shared with my Grandsons.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

Beds were comfortable. Quiet neighborhood. Clean property. Owner Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short trip

Came up to see the colors
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome vacation spot!

Awesome spot on the water, just can’t beat the views and the comfort of the home! We caught lots of fish, had great sunsets, and our 9 month old loved crawling around the open floor plan of the house. Matthew provided firewood and we used the kayaks everyday. I would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Hey Kellie glad you enjoyed it, we have enjoyed all the things you mentioned and are glad to make it available for others. Thanks for great communication and respecting the property. You and your family are welcome back to enjoy anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation overload!!

We had a terrific week of relaxing. Everything was provided.....basically just have to bring your groceries and toothbrush!! Will definitely recommend to friends and family for future vacations. Property was level (no stairs down to lake) and that was a big plus for us since my husband is disabled. Thanks for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2023
Glad you all enjoyed the cottage. Thank you for leaving the cottage so tidy and easy to get ready for other guest. You are welcome to come back and enjoy it any time you want. Thanks again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Lake Trip

We had a great time and were surprised with how much was included with this listing. The washer and dryer were very convenient and we were thankful to have them for our use. We also enjoyed the kayaks and took them out every day we were there. My nephew had so much fun he did not want to leave at the end of our trip! We would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2022
Hey glad to hear you all enjoyed the property. You are definitely welcome to come use it again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini Honeymoon

Me and my new husband stayed here for a mini honeymoon following our wedding. This place was perfect to rest and unplug after the chaos of wedding planning. The location was great because we could chose to stay in on the quite lake, or easily drive to Watkins Glen or wineries when wanted. Matthew was informative and helpful! We would happily come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for a relaxing getaway

Perfect place for a relaxing getaway. Small, quiet lake community. The view of the lake was amazing! Couldn't ask for anything more. The kayaks were great to go on the lake to explore. The fire pit was also really nice to enjoy at night. Everything described on the listing is exactly what it is. Matthew was a great host & made everything easy. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2022
Thanks Dylan, I'm glad you all enjoyed your stay. We are continuing to slowly add things we enjoy doing while at the lake and try to make that also available for our guest while they are to there. Thanks for leaving the house so clean and communicating your plans well. Your welcome to come again for sure. Take care.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roseann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First visit to finger lakes

Matthew was a wonderful host. The cottage was adorable. The kitchen a had everything you needed. The beds were very comfortable! The view from the cottage was beautiful. There were canoes and kayaks to use on the lake. Everyone had an awesome time! Thanks so much Matthew
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Location For Family Vacation!

Amazing cottage—gave us all the HGTV lake house vibes with decor and amenities! Our girls loved paddle boarding, swimming, and fishing in the lake. Perfect spot to read a book and enjoy a glass of wine as the sun sets too! Blown away by the fireworks display too—a wonderful memory for us all of the 4th! We had everything we needed for a great week at the lake (that went by far too quickly:)! Cottage is close to Watkins Glen, Hammondsport and so many of the amazing brewery and wineries that the Finger Lakes has to offer! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lakefront property

This is a well maintained property with lovely views of the lake from the house. The Adirondack chairs around the fire pit are a great place to sit and watch the boats go by, read a book, or visit. The picnic table nearby was perfect for meals and games. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook our own meals. The beds were great and AC was appreciated on a hot weekend. Communication from the owner was prompt and helpful. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2022
Thanks Faye, glad you all enjoyed your last minute getaway to the lake. Thanks for leaving the place so clean and communicating your plans so well. You all are welcome to come use the cottage again sometime. Take care.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

glenda h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette weekend

I am kinda skeptical about booking online, but the experience was great. Matthew answered all my questions. The pictures are spot on. We loved it. In fact we will be returning again. Only regret, we wish we had more time. Thank you for opening your home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2022
Hey Glenda glad you all enjoyed your stay. We do our best to advertise exactly how it is because we also share the same thoughts about being disappointed with how things are advertised compared to reality😅 Definitely come back again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lamoka Lake Cottage

We used this cottage as a base to relax and explore the Finger Lakes during a family road trip. The cottage was welcoming and quite spacious. Cozy beds, well supplied kitchen, fantastic washer & dryer, and gorgeous lake views. The canoe and kayaks were great as the lake was calm and quiet. We didn’t find the area in front of the cottage to be swimming friendly though, as there were lots of plants just below the water’s surface. We headed to Watkins Glen (15-20 minutes away) to hike to the waterfalls and swim in the large pool. We also explored a couple wineries, Shtayburne Farm for cheese and ice cream tasting, along with the town of Corning and the Corning Museum of Glass (highly recommended, 30-35 minutes away). The cottage was always appreciated upon our return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
Glad you all enjoyed it, sorry about the lake, mid summer the plants take off growing. It's nice for kayaking to see all the blooms and wildlife but makes fishing tough and not the greatest for swimming. Thanks again for all you did and leaving the place so clean. We were able to clean it as a family in good time and leave from their to go on a trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family lake weekend

If you are thinking about it- just book it. We had an amazing weekend at Matthew’s place. You cannot beat the location just steps from the lake. We really enjoyed using the canoe in the morning. We also loved making a fire at night and looking at all the stars. The kitchen is fully stocked if you plan on cooking your meals. The beds were very comfortable and we appreciated the washer and dryer to clean our clothes after a hike at Watkins Glen State Park. We suggest going to Corning for dinner. There are plenty of restaurants and a little village to walk around. You are very close to surrounding attractions but it’s nice to be secluded at this home. It’s a very unique place and we will be back. Matthew was very quick to respond and had great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
your welcome back anytime we have been updating and adding more items since your last visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

“I wish I could just live here, seriously mom!”

We loved it!!!! Anniversary overnight turned family getaway. Thanks so much!! The kids loved the kids room with window to us. We love the layout. The house had so many things in it including teas and coffee! Everything you could need in the kitchen. The linens were all so nice. We loved all the little fireplaces and the view! You guys! We just sat all night in the front room with the fireplace looking at the moon sparkle on the lake! We didn’t get to have a fire or kayak this trip due to the wind but will definitely be back! My daughter loved that she could scooter around on the road and my son loved the toys in the house! We did Watkins Glenn and Taughannock Falls Gorge Trail. We tried to fish on the dock after seeing the boaters catch so many! Matthew always responded so fast and offered so much! He worked with us when our plans changed and helped us create a beautiful family trip with so many special memories!!! We can’t wait to get back in the summer time! Thanks a million gazzillion
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2022
Glad you all enjoyed your stay and could celebrate your anniversary even if plans didn't quite go as you thought at first. I'm sure your kids will look back and remember this trip to Lamoka lake. Your family is welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage with Beautiful Lake Views

This cottage is a warm, cozy get away even in the off season. My family and I enjoyed relaxing in the sun room each morning and evening. Our favorite part was the absence of a TV blaring through the house. Of course, the lake views were amazing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful, clean, cozy and warm!

Had a wonderful stay and the place was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First Wedding Anniversary

My husband and I had a wonderful stay here. Matt was very communicative and the property was just perfect! It is secluded enough to feel like you are disconnected, but close enough to attractions to have things to do! Will definitely stay again! Thanks Matt for a wonderful place, and for letting us create memories together! Cheers!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation space

Matthew provided us with a beautiful, specious cottage for our week-long stay. Our family of four took full advantage of what the lake had to offer. We kayaked, swam, and fished each day. The kids loved fishing and swimming off the platform he added at the end of his dock. The cottage amenities had everything we needed to cook meals and relax together. It was a perfect week.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Finger Lakes Get Away Lake House

Amazing place to stay! This lake house was perfect for our family of five. Beautiful both inside and out! Very well stocked and the location can’t be beat for exploring the Finger Lakes region. This property provided fishing from both the dock and canoe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Burkholder

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I am native to upstate NY and my wife Jennifer is from southern Missouri. We have 4 kids (plus one on the way👍) and have always loved going to the water whether it was a local lake or to the ocean.

Why they chose this property

We are in construction by trade and have remodeled different properties over the years to use as rental houses and even for ourself. We had interest in owning a cottage on a local lake so when we came upon this property needing a lot of work (more than imagined😣) we decide to go for it and fix it up as a retreat. It came together better than we could have expected, considering the shape it was in, and we have made many memories down at "The Lake Cottage". We hope your visit is filled with great memories you can reflect back on when you think of your time at "The Lake Cottage"

What makes this property unique

Private lake side lawn+patio, dock for boat, public boat launch 1 mile away giving access to both Lamoka Lake and Waneta Lake. Great pan fishing and kayaking lake. 🛶 🎣

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