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San Felice, a historic villa on Seneca Lake
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Hector, NY
- Place, Penguin Bay Winery16 min walk
- Place, Standing Stone Vineyards2 min drive
- Place, Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room2 min drive
- Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
+7
8 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
San Felice, a historic villa on Seneca Lake
In the early 1900's, The San Felice was a “villa hotel” on Seneca Lake adjacent to a historic steamboat landing, and that hospitality tradition continues today. There are 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Three bedrooms have a private bath, two share the main bath upstairs and there is a 1/2 bath downstairs. The kitchen has seating for 18 people. A covered porch wraps around the home, and has a sink, washer & dryer. Behind the house is a gazebo and a charcoal grill. A dock extends into the lake.
The San Felice is located in the heart of Seneca Lake wine country. Wineries within a ten-minute drive include: Red Newt Cellars, Hector Wine Company, Damiani Wine Cellars, Leidenfrost Vineyards, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, J R Dill Winery, Magnus Ridge Winery, Chateau Lafayette Reneau, Rasta Ranch Vineyards, Bloomer Creek Vineyard, Penguin Bay Winery, Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery, Standing Stone Vineyards, Kings Garden Vineyard, Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars, Silver Thread Vineyard, Caywood Vineyards, Shalestone Vineyards, Bagley's Poplar Ridge Vineyards, and Silver Springs Winery.
There will be a person nearby to handle any difficulties.
If you're planning a trip to the Finger Lakes and searching for lodging, dining, things to do, wineries, breweries, distilleries, and beyond - you've come to the right spot!
Wondering where to begin? Here are a few ideas: nearby Watkins Glen State Park's Gorge Trail boasts 19 waterfalls along a 2 1/2 mile trail. The Rim Trail (which is dog-friendly) at the State Park is open year-round and offers a neat perspective, skirting the top edge of the gorge. Watkins Glen International offers a full schedule of adrenaline-pumping racing action. If you want to get up close and personal with the race circuit, check out Drive the Glen, where you can drive your car on the famed road course. Or get out on the water with a sail on a historic schooner or perhaps a sightseeing cruise is more your style.
The San Felice is located in the heart of Seneca Lake wine country. Wineries within a ten-minute drive include: Red Newt Cellars, Hector Wine Company, Damiani Wine Cellars, Leidenfrost Vineyards, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, J R Dill Winery, Magnus Ridge Winery, Chateau Lafayette Reneau, Rasta Ranch Vineyards, Bloomer Creek Vineyard, Penguin Bay Winery, Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery, Standing Stone Vineyards, Kings Garden Vineyard, Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars, Silver Thread Vineyard, Caywood Vineyards, Shalestone Vineyards, Bagley's Poplar Ridge Vineyards, and Silver Springs Winery.
There will be a person nearby to handle any difficulties.
If you're planning a trip to the Finger Lakes and searching for lodging, dining, things to do, wineries, breweries, distilleries, and beyond - you've come to the right spot!
Wondering where to begin? Here are a few ideas: nearby Watkins Glen State Park's Gorge Trail boasts 19 waterfalls along a 2 1/2 mile trail. The Rim Trail (which is dog-friendly) at the State Park is open year-round and offers a neat perspective, skirting the top edge of the gorge. Watkins Glen International offers a full schedule of adrenaline-pumping racing action. If you want to get up close and personal with the race circuit, check out Drive the Glen, where you can drive your car on the famed road course. Or get out on the water with a sail on a historic schooner or perhaps a sightseeing cruise is more your style.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Important information
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Hector
Hector is home to this holiday home. Penguin Bay Winery and Standing Stone Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit International Motor Racing Research Center and Arts Center of Yates County.

Hector, NY
What's nearby
- Penguin Bay Winery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Standing Stone Vineyards - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Watkins Glen State Park - 19 min drive - 24.4 km
- Cornell University - 44 min drive - 47.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Johnny's Kitchen - 9 min drive
- Dandy Mini Mart 13 - 38 min drive
- Scale House Brewery - 3 min drive
- Smoke & Dough - 39 min drive
- Grist Iron Brewing Company - 8 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Geoff B.
4 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geoff B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Pamela F.
9 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best birthday week ever!!!
Pamela F.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Haley M.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay on Seneca Lake




Haley M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Jane S.
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jane S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Geoffrey B.
12 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion - San Felice
Geoffrey B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Larry S.
25 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Watkins Glen Race & Seneca Lake

Larry S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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