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Terrace/patio
Relax in the sitting room with cherry flooring
Beautiful floor to ceiling windows look out onto lawn and forest
open concept kitchen with new fridge
Dinner table accommodates 8 people

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Watkins Glen, NY
  • Watkins Glen State Park
  • Watkins Glen International
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Seneca Harbor
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Woodland Home, wineries, hiking, beautiful outdoor hot tub

This is a secluded home, and a lovely place for families with children, people with pets, or small groups of friends to enjoy spending quality time together. It is a great place to relax and get back to nature. Beautiful hikes across private forested land that links up to the Sugar Hill State Park, kayaking and canoeing within 10 minutes drive of the house. Lovely fall colors and stunning views over rolling hills. Great winter sports area for X-country skiing, snowmobiling, snow-shoeing, 45 minute drive to 3 downhill ski resorts. Located between Seneca and Keuka Lakes with proximate access to swimming and boating and just two miles from the Farm Sanctuary which offers daily tours to visit the farm animals. A 10 minute drive to Watkins Glen State Park, and short drive to Mennonite wood-workers, antique shops, and organic locally grown produce stores. Down the road from multiple vineyards and wineries that offer daily wine tasting year round. Unique octagonal-design 3-bedroom house with a gorgeous view over rolling hills. There are 22 floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the house looking out into the forest. Wake up to see the trees and wildlife who approach the house: deer, rabbits and hummingbirds are regular visitors. Located down a winding driveway and away from the road. Two full bathrooms. Lovely sunroom for afternoon reading with a quiet cup of tea or glass of wine. The main bedroom has a king-size pillowtop mattress, and there are two guest bedrooms: one equipped with luxurious full size Japanese-style futon, the other with two twin futons great for kids or can be placed together for a king size futon. Mini-split AC units in the main bedroom and the living room / kitchen area, fans available for the two guest bedrooms. The master bathroom and all 3 bedrooms have radiant heated floors that are wonderful in the fall and winter. All sheets and towels are provided. The kitchen has an open layout, and is fully equipped with utensils, dishwasher, microwave, full-size gas stove and oven, toaster, waffle-maker, coffee maker, electric kettle, dishes, pots and pans. The living room has two futon couches that can open out to two queen-size beds and a 'chair-and-a-half' that opens into a twin bed for extra sleeping space if needed. The living room has two sets of sliding glass doors that open onto a beautiful wrap-around porch with gorgeous views over rolling hills and forest. A beautiful outdoor natural cedar hot tub that can accommodate 6 people is installed in the deck and overlooks the hills--great to use fall, winter, spring and summer! Outside, there is a small gazebo lovely for breakfast. Two kayaks and snow shoes are available at the house for renters to use. The house has a washer and dryer, BBQ, kitchen has dishwasher, microwave, full-size gas stove and oven, toaster, coffee maker, electric kettle, dishes, pots and pans. DVD movie-quality Projector System for watching movies in the evenings and a large collection of DVDs. Several DVD rental places in Watkins Glen. TV with basic channels and wi-fi throughout the house. The property has a very large fenced-in area which is ideal if you bring your dog.

Please note that this is a secluded rural area and internet at the house can sometimes be slow. Also, this is a pet-friendly home and therefore may not be suitable for people with severe pet allergies.

Property manager

KB
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Russian

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Pets are very welcome :-)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed outside on the deck only.
Please leave the house in good order, strip bedding off beds, do the dishes
Pick up after your dog
No hunting

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 deadlock

About the area

Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen is home to this holiday home. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Watkins Glen, NY

What's nearby

  • Castel Grisch Winery - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
  • The Tasting Room - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Watkins Glen Beach - 17 min drive - 14.7 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerlando's Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bleachers Sports Bar & Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pudgie's Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Nickel's Pit BBQ - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Pointe Grille - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Woodland Home, wineries, hiking, beautiful outdoor hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Secluded Woodland Home, wineries, hiking, beautiful outdoor hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Woodland Home, wineries, hiking, beautiful outdoor hot tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Woodland Home, wineries, hiking, beautiful outdoor hot tub located?

Situated in Watkins Glen, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lamoka Lake, Watkins Glen State Park and Watkins Glen International. Castel Grisch Winery and Waneta Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Watkins Glen weekend

We were in Watkins Glen for a vintage auto race at Watkins Glen International. This vrbo was near the track, comfortable, and had all the amenities we needed. It turned out there were only 2 in our group, but this home would be comfortable for 6-8 people. The owner was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad and Nicole Z.

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

Secluded retreat

The house and land is very private and secluded with great views of the surrounding nature. The yard around the house is securely fenced and our dog absolutely loved exploring. The cedar hot tub on the deck was very relaxing, and the deck has a gate that can be closed when you don't want your dog to have access to the yard. Katya was also very friendly and responsive and provided plenty of helpful information for our stay. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

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

Gorgeous property and incredible host

Took a four day weekend in Watkins Glen and stayed here. The place is gorgeous and unique. The house has big beautiful windows overlooking a gorgeous view. Incredible cedar hot tub overlooking the mountains. 10 minute drive to Watkins Glen which is a great town with lots to do and some of the best hiking we’ve experienced. The property is fenced in and so our dog had as good of a time as we did. The host was the friendliest, most accommodating we have had. Absolutely would recommend and can’t wait to get back to Watkins Glen.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy B.

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

Paradise

The property was absolutely what we were looking for our get away. It’s tucked away within farm lands and close enough to town if we needed anything. The owner was thoughtful and checked in with us during our stay. We look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

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

Great stay in Watkins Glen!

Katya was a more than accomodating host and the house was just as described, even better actually. Would definitely like to return next time I visit the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Always wonderful

The property is second to none. The house is beautiful and comfortable and has everything we could possibly need. The location is central to so much, Watkins Glen, wineries, breweries, and more. We loved the hot tub and hope to be back. We especially hope Katya, the owner, and her fur babies are happy and healthy!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Great fall getaway

Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justine L.

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

Great location!

This location is great for anyone looking for a quiet retreat. The property is set back far enough from the road and is very private. The house is uniquely shaped with a wrap around price and floor to ceiling windows. Highly recommended and would love to stay here in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

nancy s., Smithtown New York

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

Loved this place

We really enjoyed this property. I wish we got to utilize it longer! Very unique house and large spaces. Secluded property. Great hot tub and views too. We had great communication with owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Stephanie S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Watkins Glen Review

When we arrived at the property we were surprised by the condition of the driveway...potentially damaging cracks if not careful. Once in the house we were disappointed to find a refrigerator that was not very clean and had expired food in it. There was little room for us to put our groceries in it after we cleaned it. Thankfully we came with cleaning supplies. We also had to dispose of a bag of rice when we saw bugs crawling around in it. While looking around we also found a drawer full of cleaned eggshells....that was surprising. There was quite a bit of dust in the house especially on the fans in the bathrooms and light fixtures. We were warned of the lack of stability of the deck railing but the floor boards could be quite dangerous...there are some cracks in the wood. If you plan on enjoying the deck at night bring flashlights there is little to no light outdoors. Overall we had an enjoyable weekend because we were in good company not because of the property which is a shame. If we paid that much money for a hotel we would have checked out and asked for a refund.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter T., Altamont, NY

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

Quiet Retreat

Perfect place for calming your soul. Lots of hiking available or travel to nearby towns for a variety of things to do. Corning glass museum is a great trip and you can make your own glass piece. Evenings are great for family time, food, games and relaxing in the hot tub. If your looking for a "hotel" like atmosphere this place is not for you. Its a unique home in the quiet of the woods where you can rest your soul from the craziness of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Most relaxing vacation ever

Absolutely loved the house. It is so private and beautiful. Trails are close as well as the wineries. I have lung issues with chemicals but had no problem sitting in the hot tub. It’s just a perfect place to unwind and spend family time together. The games are fun. I just can’t say enough good about the place and I would definitely go back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katie K., Buffalo, US

Third time's a charm! Best house!

We've come to this house since 2015.It's comfortable, beautiful, such a thoughtful space and gracious host! We miss it always and are so grateful we have our memories here! Thank you Katya, and Rachel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Katlynn D.

Secluded fingers lakes getaway

Very nice, private home only 10 minutes from Watkins Glen. Big yard that dogs enjoyed running around in. Hiking trials right off of property that are well marked. House is very nice and spacious open concept with lots of windows for natural sunlight. We enjoyed using the hot tub. We were provided with large handout for home with instructions for caring for the house and using home accessories. Overall great stay, and beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Fantastic home with stunning views is a huge crowd pleaser!

My 5 friends and I came for 3 nights on Columbus day weekend. The house exceeded our expectations. It was lovingly decorated, had stunning views of the hills, and was very comfortable. The house was located very close to wineries, parks, lakes and Farm Sanctuary. The cedar hot tub was wonderful! The smell of the cedar was so therapeutic, and the star gazing excellent! We came with our 3 tiny dogs too. They loved having a fenced in yard to run and play! All in all it was a great weekend for everyone and we can't wait to go back! While we never met Katya she was always available by phone if we had any questions. Thank you Katya for allowing us to share your little piece of paradise!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bryn N.

Can't wait to go back...

This house exceeded our expectations. We already can't wait to go back. Clean, beautiful, comfortable, peaceful, and the hot tub was a great hit. We visited the Farm Sanctuary, swam in the falls at Treman State Park (SO much fun), hiked the gorge, took our daughter to Cornell for a tour, and ate lots and lots of yummy vegan food; perfect area for vegans. The vegan hoagie at Glen Mountain Market was a favorite. Can't recommend this place enough. It was perfect for our family of 6.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, peaceful home

My family stayed here for my graduation weekend, and it was really wonderful. It's a 45 minute drive from Ithaca. It was really great to have place for everyone to stay together. The property was very clean and well-equipped, and the hot-tub to relax in after the busy days on campus was very welcome. The owner was very friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend this home if you are travelling in the area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Snowy Getaway

We had such a great time on our trip, the house was absolutely great. The hot tub was the perfect end to our cold days and was just lovely under the stars. We did a lot of cooking and baking (with a couple supplies from the TOPS supermarket which was super close, and also Greenstar in Ithaca--worth the drive-- to get a couple things for some vegan cuisine); the fully equipped kitchen was a great plus since we were not able to bring all the supplies we needed. We watched a couple DVDs from your collection which were very enjoyable on the projector screen in the cozy living room. Scrabble and checkers also let us have a little board game fun which was great! My boyfriend's favorite part about the house was probably the heated floor tiles! Such a great touch for those chilly mornings. We loved your collection of brochures and information, which gave us a heads up to go to the Glen Mountain Market where my boyfriend got a tasty vegan sandwich for lunch one day. The town was great, we loved the openness of everything. Although the weather was a bit cold and the ground snowy we still did some site seeing (the Falls in downtown were beautiful!), and even went hiking on the trails at the Watkins Glen State Park. We definitely want to book a time for the summer to do some more adventuring and relaxing if able to, as the house was the perfect place for this. Thank you and kind regards on letting us stay here!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Leann Z.

Deck the Halls Weekend

Thank you for letting use use your beautiful house! We enjoyed waking up to the snow covered lawn and trees! What a beautiful view! The hot tub on the deck was amazing! What a great location for our Deck the Halls weekend. Having your neighbor, Rachel, cook for us was the perfect ending to our day out. The food was delicious--we recommend her to anyone! Thanks so much!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liang-tso (Paul) T.

Beautiful hideaway

Had a great retreat with the family, Katya was great to deal with, very responsive and very detail oriented. That was the first sign that I knew it was a good idea to pick this place. There are so many to pick from. Loved the cedar hot tub. Very unique, although not a lake side property, a gorgeous view from the hot tub, unique architecture and privacy more than made up for it. Also, very close to Watkins glen, which was definite worth visiting! Thanks again for a wonderful vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

Great place to get away from the city

My friends and I are from the city and we were going to Ithaca for a wedding so we wanted to make a weekend out of it. We chose this house because it looked spacious and clean, and it turned out to be a great decision for even more reasons! The owner of the house was very responsive and helpful. The house was well maintained, fully stocked with everything we needed, and very homey. We used the grill, the hot tub, and sat on the porch to star-gaze -- all things we couldn't readily do in the city. It was also very secluded and quiet. Overall, it was a big reason for a great weekend getaway! If I ever come back to the area, I'd definitely stay here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful family bonding time!!

Our stay was during the week between Christmas and New Years. Everything listed about this stay was excellent. It was actually better than anticipated. It was clean and very well maintained. There were 8 of us in our group and the huge living room-dining room-kitchen was VERY accommodating. Thank you soooo much Katya for having the game Scategories, it was the one game my daughter was hoping someone would have and no one in our group brought and then I saw it with all the other games!!....what a nice surprise. The wrap around deck and the view from it was fantastic. Our favorite part was the hot-tub, there were 4 of us that got in and with the temp outside being around 17 degrees it was great!! Katya was very helpful in answering all our questions and I was impressed with how well and timely she was in conversing via email. I would highly recommend this stay and have already given out the information to a couple of our friends. I would love to come back for another stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

adrianne t.

Great Place!!

What a wonderful place and location! Even though the weekend was cold and rainy we had a great time with friends. The place was very comfortable for our group of six adults and three children! Very open floor plan and plenty of space! We enjoyed the local wine in the evenings while sitting in the hot tub on the deck with beautiful views. My children enjoyed the games at the house as well as the movie projector. The owner was very pleasant and made sure with our late arrival that the futons in the living room were set up for us. We can't wait to plan our next trip! You must check out this place if you are planning on staying in this area! Very well done!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

What a find!

Stayed in July for 3 days with my daughter and several friends while attending a high performance driving school at Watkins Glen. The location was convenient, quiet, and rural. The house is stunning inside and out, with a spectacular view toward Seneca Lake. Excellent and roomy kitchen well-stocked with supplies. Beautiful wrap-around deck with new redwood hot tub, which we took advantage of. By far the best vacation rental I've ever stayed in..

About the host

Hosted by KB

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Why they chose this property

This is a wonderful place to stay if you are looking for quiet relaxation surrounded by nature.

What makes this property unique

Uniquely quiet and secluded with no roads or other homes in sight. Very pet friendly and has a 3 acre space fenced in that completely encircles the house. Just open the door and let your dogs out! The cedar hot tub is a big plus - all natural wood.

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English, French, Russian

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