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Botanical Hill Estate

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New Private Guest Beach when Lake still low in early spring.
Dining
Guesthouse deck
Guesthouse
Cottage
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Seneca Falls, NY
  • Popular LocationCayuga Lake6 min walk
  • Popular LocationCayuga Lake State Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWells College39 min drive
  • AirportIthaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)53 min drive

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Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Botanical Hill Estate

Relax and rejuvenate with your closest friends and family in our two homes with a private lakefront beach. Submersed in nature, our Guest House and Cottage is a perfect place to call home during your Finger Lakes Vacation. Enjoy a private beach with Adirondack chairs, kayaks and swimming access. Kick back around the campfire or play badminton on the lawn. Located just minutes from the historic town of Seneca Falls, Cayuga Lake Wine & Beer Trail, artisanal restaurants, Del Lago Casino and more!

This home is hosted by FLX Rentals; where" Vacation Feels Like Home!" We strive for the best customer service and high-quality standards so you can enjoy vacation to its fullest!

Please note: there is some walking required to get to the beach. The Guesthouse is 800 feet from water edge. The Cottage is 400 feet to the Guest house. While the path is meticulously cared for and an easy slope down, we want to make sure that guests are aware and able to traverse this distance.
**SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK. There is no lifeguard on duty. Please bring your own lifejackets, beach towels and water shoes**

By confirming booking, you are accepting the liability waiver below.
Liability Waiver:
You understand that swimming, hiking and the use of kayaks is at your own risk and that special risks may be involved with swimming, hiking and using the kayaks. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from swimming, hiking and use of the kayaks and hold owner harmless. You understand there are potential dangers that swimming, hiking and the use of kayaks may present to children who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person swimming, hiking or using the kayaks if a person has health risks, or if a person swims, hikes or uses the kayaks while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or while pregnant. You agree to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents you may incur. You understand the risks discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming, hiking or using the kayaks. All Guests in my party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that confirming below constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Guests and Host.
FLX Rentals is available for 5-star customer service whenever you need it!
Set off Route 89, enjoy a meandering lakefront scenic route as you explore the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail and the historic area of Seneca Falls, NY.
Although Uber and Lyft are in the area, it may be hit or miss. Please reach out if you'd like recommendations for a wine trail driver.
Guests have complete and private access to both The Guesthouse and The Cottage. Guests have a designated walking path to the private beach, that will be used only by guests. Please respect the privacy of the long-term tenants in the third house. There is plenty of room, but please respect the "private property signs". Follow the trail to the Guest beach by looking for the yellow arrows and mowed path.
This lakefront property provides two separate rental homes; The Guesthouse and The Cottage. Perfect for large groups friends or families, we can accommodate 16+. The Guesthouse has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and just went through extensive renovations. The second story living area boasts a gorgeous deck with panoramic lake views. A walking path will take you down to the lake shore. It is an easy walk, but it is about 800ft to the private beach. The Cottage has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a washer and dryer, and can sleep 8 with the pull-out sofa. The cottage is about 400ft from the Guesthouse, follow an easy walking path to join your crew at the Guesthouse or beach.
While we do have a third home that is used for long-term rentals onsite, we ask all tenants and guests to respect each other’s privacy and quiet enjoyment of the property.
Although Uber and Lyft are in the area, it may be hit or miss. Please reach out if you'd like recommendations for a wine trail driver.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Seneca Falls

Located in Seneca Falls, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Women's Rights National Historical Park, while It's A Wonderful Life Museum and Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry are cultural highlights. Muranda Cheese Company and Seneca Lake Sprayground are also worth visiting.
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Seneca Falls, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake - 6 min walk
  • Cayuga Lake State Park - 7 min drive
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 19 min drive
  • del Lago Resort & Casino - 20 min drive
  • Wells College - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pete's Treats - 27 min drive
  • Jason's New York Pizzeria - 29 min drive
  • Wolffy's Grill & Marina - 6 min drive
  • Fargo Bar & Grill - 38 min drive
  • Knapp Winery & Restaurant - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Botanical Hill Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Botanical Hill Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Botanical Hill Estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Botanical Hill Estate located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cayuga Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Varick Winery and Vineyard and Lakeshore Winery. Goose Watch Winery and Swedish Hill Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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8/10 Good

sandy s.

Cayuga Lake Fun
Beautiful property; grounds were meticulous and abundant. Enjoyed the beachfront, kayaks, volleyball and fire pits. Nice to have 2 houses for our large group of 15. Owner was very accommodating to our last minute pet needs. We would love to return some day!

10/10 Excellent

Gihan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Family Getaway
Amazing two properties with direct lake access, kayaks, and a grill made this a perfect family vacation spot for all ages. Proximity to great spots like Taughannock Falls and Ithaca made it an easy place to come back to for family meals. We would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and place
David and Patti were incredible hosts. The property was Amazing. Everything was stocked and every detail planned. I would highly reccomend Rathbuns to anyone considering a stay on Cayuga. The private beach is serene!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Wonderful place to visit with your family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
The location is great. The lake was beautiful and easy to get to by foot. Not all 30 acres is available to guests. If it is possible it would be great to have some walking trails. The owner and his property manager were pleasant and responsive
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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