Dad's Cottage ★Best family memories made here!★

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6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Explore the area

Canandaigua, NY

Canandaigua Lake1 min walk
Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park6 min drive
CMAC Performing Arts Center9 min drive
Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This lovely luxury property on the western shores of Canandaigua Lake is situated on a quiet private lane and fully outfitted with everything you'll need to enjoy your time here - any time of year! With plenty of bedrooms and multiple gathering spaces there's enough room for everyone to work, study, relax and play.
The lake is just steps away and the beautiful lake views help create a calming atmosphere both inside and out. It's a feeling you truly won't forget!

The first floor is an open floor plan with wood floors, a full kitchen, granite island with stools, lovely sitting area with fireplace (propane) and flat screen tv, and a dining area. The large full bath is off the center hall. Huge sliding glass doors open to the year round porch with 180 degree views of the lake and 2 additional seating areas! It's the perfect spot to work on a jigsaw puzzle, catch up on your favorite novel or enjoy a post-ski/swim nap - if you can take your eyes off the amazing views of Canandaigua Lake!

The second floor has perfect spaces for all, including adult children and grandchildren with 3 king bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, 1 Queen bedroom and 2 twin bedrooms (2 beds each) with shared hall bath. Best of all is the office/library with an oversized picture window overlooking the lake and yard, and a large desk, printer, and comfy seating area. The full laundry room is conveniently located off the center hallway on the 2nd floor.

The professionally landscaped yard has an outdoor dining area with seating for 12, wood burning fire pit for nightly s’mores or the retelling of favorite family stories, a pair of teak chaise lounges, a large dock with 2 laddered swimming areas - one shallow, one deep, and a private raft moored about 50 yards out in the water. Enjoy using one of our 3 kayaks, or bring your own water gear to launch from our small private boat ramp.

Two adult bikes, a child's bike and razor scooter are stored in the garage, along with a second refrigerator and freezer. We plant an herb garden each spring, which you are free to use (and the deer enjoy too!), and have a composter if you're into recycling food scraps. The quiet private lane is perfect for early morning walks or evening strolls where you might just spot a local bald eagle or a family of deer.

If inclement weather hits and you need an indoor activity we have you covered! Discover a great read from our collection of favorite books in the office, break out a jigsaw puzzles from the closet and give it a go, challenge someone to one of our many board games, build Legos to your heart's content with our bin of over 10,000 pieces, or head down to the unfinished basement for ping pong, billiards, or binge watching on the flat screen TV.

Dad’s Cottage is the perfect place to create your lasting family memories!

Property manager

Sheila D Rohrer

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 40

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet hours on the lane are 11PM to 8AM

Dad's Cottage is not for parties or events. Guests are limited to the people staying there, unless cleared with the owner ahead of time.

Please, this really is NOT a "party house" - no bachelor/bachelorette parties, large or loud gatherings are allowed. Thanks!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Canandaigua

Located in Canandaigua, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Canandaigua Lake State Marine Park and Canandaigua Lake, while CMAC Performing Arts Center and Ontario County Historical Society are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Roseland Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Canandaigua Motorsports Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Canandaigua, NY

What's nearby

Canandaigua Lake - 1 min walk
Canandaigua City Pier - 5 min drive
Roseland Waterpark - 6 min drive
Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park - 6 min drive
CMAC Performing Arts Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

Wendy's - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 6 min drive
Twisted Rail Brewing Company - 6 min drive
Dunkin' - 6 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dad's Cottage ★Best family memories made here!★ have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Dad's Cottage ★Best family memories made here!★ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dad's Cottage ★Best family memories made here!★?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dad's Cottage ★Best family memories made here!★?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dad's Cottage ★Best family memories made here!★ located?

This family-friendly Canandaigua holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Canandaigua Lake, UR Medicine - F.F. Thompson Hospital and Canandaigua Lake State Marine Park. Canandaigua City Pier and Kershaw Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

20 August 2023

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

Beautiful house and environment

Everything a family could possibly need was provided in this house. The house was very clean and ready when we arrived. The housekeeper was just finishing up her work, so showed us around and left her number in case we needed her assistance. We brought our own boat and tied up at the dock, steps from the house. We used the Kayaks and stand up paddle board as well. The house is very close to Canandaigua, making trips to town and Wegmans very easy. We are talking about going back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lois W.

5 August 2023

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

Family get together for 60th anniversary

We can’t say enough about this wonderful place…it by far exceeded our expectations. It was everything we could have possibly wanted and more. It did not feel like a rental…it was a “home”. The pictures definitely do not do it justice…it’s even nicer than the pictures. The open floor plan gave us space to all be together but the house is big enough that we could have space to ourselves if we wanted. The location is perfect…close to town and grocery stores (we LOVE Wegmans) as well as right by the yacht club where we could watch the sailboats going by. It was very clean, very well equipped and the beds were all very comfortable. The outdoor space was great too….for gatherings during the day or around the fire pit at night. Our family hadn’t ALL been together in years and this was the perfect spot. We rented boats as well as using the kayaks provided. We could not have asked for a better place to all come together from different parts of the country to celebrate our anniversary. This was the perfect rental and we would highly recommend it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel M.

1 August 2023

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

Family

A wonderful place for family to get together. Beautiful house. Wonderful hostess

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

15 July 2023

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

The best place we've ever stayed

Our family rents lake houses every two years and this was by far our favorite place there is nothing negative to say about it. If you're considering it do it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN P.

26 June 2023

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

Excellent stay!

This is our 4th rental on Canadaigua Lake of a house of this size and by far it was the best. The house was very well maintained and provisioned. Kitchen was very functional and was perfect for our group. The dock was fabulous. Great swimming and fishing right off the dock. Owners were very pleasant and prompt in their communication. I would definitely rent this place again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sheila D Rohrer

My husband and I were born and raised in Rochester but job opportunities took us to other places. While we've settled in the suburbs outside Philadelphia, we still consider upstate NY our home and come back often with our children (now grown).

Why they chose this property

We grew up going to Canandaigua Lake, in the days before the NYS Thruway was connected to 490! The property has been in the family for about 50 years, although the house was totally rebuilt about 10 years ago. We love the fresh, clear lake water in the summer, the gorgeous leaf peeping in fall, great skiing nearby in winter (and sometimes in Spring too!) and the deep longing for warm spring days that inevitably sets in after a Rochester winter! We've had so many wonderful vacations with our children and extended families here and hope you do too!

What makes this property unique

It is hard to describe the feeling I get everytime I walk into this place and see the gorgeous lake views for the first time. No matter the season, the lake is always beautiful, with the clouds moving overhead and the mood shifting with the light. Even in the dead of winter, perhaps especially then, the lake exerts a strong calming influence on everything that surrounds it.