Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
On the beach
A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Seneca Lake
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
On beach
Gas barbecue
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Internet
Laundry room
Explore the area
Ovid, NY
Seneca Lake
Place, Seneca Lake
1 min walk
Sampson State Park
Place, Sampson State Park
6 min walk
Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center
Place, Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center
17 min walk
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
57 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom
Lake level cottage located in the heart of Finger Lakes Wine Country and the Seneca Cayuga Wine Trail. State Parks nearby that offer abundant outdoor opportunities with some of the most diverse landscapes. The property is located near the hamlet of Willard in the town of Romulus.1/2 hour from Watkins Glen, Ithaca, Geneva, Seneca Falls, Waterloo and approx 40 wineries. Fully furnished and stocked kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, blender, gas grill, tv, wi-fi, bed linens, etc. Just bring your bath linens. There are 3 bedrooms and a pull out couch. The lake bedroom with queen bed has a private view to the west of the lakefront, dock and sunset. The other 2 bedrooms have a queen and twin respectively. There is also a sunroom facing the west for lounging. A dining room, living room, fully stocked kitchen and bath with full tub and shower round out the living area. The entire property is lake level with no stairs to traverse. You can literally park at the front door or within 20' of the shoreline. We are located on the east side of the lake which offers some of the most spectacular sunsets in the region. A100'x8' dock is located on the property with exclusive use. There is over 100' of available beach gravel shoreline with exclusive use. To the north is Indian Creek which separates the neighbor's property with the house being 400' away. No house to the south but borders a small yard and beach with privacy fence. This property serves well for single family or small multi family use as well as the couple or couples that are searching for a quiet, private, lake front setting. Week-long rentals during prime season are preferred with discounts available for weekly rentals. Nightly rentals will be limited to 2-night minimums. Fall availability until late-October.
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A dreamy Seneca Lake retreat with sweeping views, a relaxing hot tub under the stars, flexible bedroom setups, a fully stocked kitchen, cozy living spaces, and easy access to the lake, wineries, and waterfalls.
Romulus
A dreamy Seneca Lake retreat with sweeping views, a relaxing hot tub under the stars, flexible bedroom setups, a fully stocked kitchen, cozy living spaces, and easy access to the lake, wineries, and waterfalls.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ovid
Located in Ovid, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Cayuga Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center, or consider a night out at Scale House Brewery. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Watkins Glen State Park - 38 min drive - 51.8 km
Cornell University - 43 min drive - 59.1 km
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Johnny's Kitchen - 12 min drive
Pat’s Pizzeria - 6 min drive
Rylee’s Place - 12 min walk
Fox Run Vineyards - 39 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom?
As of 2 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom on 5 October 2026 start from NZ$600, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lake level cottage. Family friendly, Privacy, Wine Country, Sunsets, 3 Bedroom located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ovid cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Seneca Lake and Sampson State Park. Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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What an amazing way to celebrate our anniversary! The property was EVERYTHING we needed to enjoy a relaxing weekend away! We loved every moment. The host was great to work with and so prompt to respond to all of our inquiries. The view from the covered porch and everywhere in the yard was amazing and so soothing to my soul.
Overall was good-the house was clean and we enjoyed the stay. Host very fast to respond also. The only downside is that they had only 2 kayaks not 3 as listed. Also the shower drain was very slow.
Great location by the lake as mentioned on the listing with excellent views of the lake.We appreciated the lake-level cottage which allowed us to go near the water without any stairs.
The property was just as described, and the flat level yard was wonderful with many beautiful sunsets. It is on a quiet dead end street that leads directly to a walking trail to Sampson State Park which is convenient for launching your boat. If you are not familiar with the area, Seneca Lake can go from calm to rough very fast and the wind direction changes often so you may want to consider taking your boat out each night. The beach area is nice and get deep gradually so good for children but be sure to bring your water shoes as it is rocky vs sand/dirt. No weeds though!!The location is awesome since it is very close to many wineries, plus some distilleries and breweries. While there is not a grocery store nearby (which the host let us know - thank you!) there is a Dollar General very close plus business which sells many produce items (seasonally), honey, pies, etc.The only downside was the cleanliness (mostly) of the dishes. Since there is no dishwasher (which we knew and were fine with), the cleanliness of the dishes relies on the last renters, so I am sure each renter gets a very different experience. We had to essentially wash all dishes before using.
Gorgeous piece of property with ample space and comfortable beds in an adorable cottage. Would 100% stay here again. Property manager was very responsive and easy to work with as well.
This was the second time we've stayed at this location; we enjoyed both times. The cottage is clean and comfortable but the kitchen is very small (barely fits 2 people to do meal prep). The location is fine (totally flat; good nearby wineries, fantastic sunsets over the lake)
Great communication from host, property is very cute and view is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
MaryLee M.
1 October 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location! Communications with the owner were timely and helpful. The property needs upgrades for the price you pay. However we really enjoyed our time there.
This is our second time staying at this cottage, and we would happily return again. The access to the water is amazing here, better than any other property at which I have stayed on Seneca Lake. Great outdoor area with fire pit and Adirondack chairs. The cottage itself is comfortable and well equipped. John was great to deal with as well.
great jumping -off point for exploring the Finger Lakes
as long as you don't mind doing the dishes, this is a great location for a Finger lakes vacation. Old-time cottage feel- nothing too fancy, but immediate access to walking and biking in Sampson State park, as well as being a short drive to both Ithaca and Watkin's Glen.
Property was clean and a great location! John was responsive to all questions. Enjoyed the lake and walking in the nearby park. Had a great view of the aurora.
Awesome location. We fished all day in the wind and rain. It's nice to come back and take a hot shower, relax with all the comforts of home, and enjoy an awesome sunset after two days of clouds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Robert and family were a joy to have as tenants. Would rent to them again.
The cottage was right on the lake and close to everything! The host responded very promptly when I had a question prior to check in.
Watching the sunsets on the dock was the best, absolutely gorgeous.
If you are looking for a no frills clean cottage, this is your place. We would definitely stay again.