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Canandaigua Lake House on the Water

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Living room with beautiful panoramic views of the lake!
Family room
View of the cottage from the dock
Covered deck is great escape from sun or rain while still enjoying the outdoors
Spacious deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Naples, NY
  • Place, Canandaigua Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arbor Hill Grapery & Winery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Keuka Lake
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Double Futons

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Canandaigua Lake House on the Water

Welcome to the Ellis-Haff Cottage, a peaceful year-round retreat tucked into a quiet cove on the southwest shore of Canandaigua Lake. With stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys, this spacious four-bedroom, three-bath lake house offers direct, level access to the water and the kind of calm, private setting guests enjoy returning to year after year.

Our cottage is warm and inviting, with large, light-filled rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches throughout, including a baby grand piano. Bedrooms are generously sized and three full bathrooms ensure comfort and ease for everyone. Outside, the level lake frontage leads to a wide dock with ample seating and a moorings. A kayak is provided for guests to explore the cove and beyond, and you're welcome to bring your own boat for full days out on the water.

Our guests love the peaceful setting and easy access to water activities like swimming, tubing, and paddling. Whether you're sipping coffee on the dock, enjoying a sunset dinner on the deck, or simply floating in the quiet of the cove, the cottage offers pure relaxation. In the fall, the lake is framed by brilliant foliage, and in winter, Bristol Mountain, just 10 minutes away, offers skiing and snowboarding. For hikers and bikers, Ontario County Park is nearby with great mountain biking trails and panoramic views of the Finger Lakes region.

Located just a short drive from downtown Canandaigua, you'll have easy access to local wineries, farmers markets, restaurants, and seasonal events. Whether you're here to unwind, explore, or reconnect with loved ones, our cottage is your perfect retreat in the Finger Lakes.


Special note for summer guests: air conditioning is available in the bedrooms only.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Naples

Located in Naples, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Bristol Valley Theater and Honeoye Falls-Mendon Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arbor Hill Grapery & Winery and Bristol Mountain Ski Resort. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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What's nearby

  • Canandaigua Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arbor Hill Grapery & Winery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • CMAC Performing Arts Center - 27 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Keuka Lake - 38 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Rochester Institute of Technology - 60 min drive - 82.0 km

Getting around

  • Buffalo, NY (BUF-Buffalo Niagara Intl.) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bristol Mountain Morning Star Café
  • ‪Lock Stock Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brew & Brats - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Heron Hill Tasting Room at Bristol - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Old School Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Canandaigua Lake House on the Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Canandaigua Lake House on the Water?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Canandaigua Lake House on the Water on 25 May 2026 start from NZ$1,442, 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 Canandaigua Lake House on the Water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Canandaigua Lake House on the Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canandaigua Lake House on the Water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canandaigua Lake House on the Water located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Canandaigua Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Arbor Hill Grapery & Winery and Ontario County Park at Gannett Hill. West River Marsh and Bristol Mountain Ski Resort are also within 6 miles (10 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. 59 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

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

Another great stay

Everyone in the family loves this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic multi-generational stay at this lakefront home! The house was perfect for our group, which included grandparents, parents, and young kids. It was spacious, clean, and very comfortable for everyone. The kitchen was well-stocked with all the essentials we needed to prepare meals throughout the weekend. We also really appreciated how kid-friendly the home was. Highly recommend for families looking for a relaxing and well-equipped place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Loved it :)

We had a wonderful time here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

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

Family Vacation

Perfect family vacation. Everyone had a wonderful time - sun, water, spectacular view - who could ask for more. Kayaked, canoed, and swam everyday. Lots of room to spread out so we weren't on top of each other, but also great indoor and outdoor spaces to gather.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alba L.

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

Amazing Nostalgic Lake Stay

The home is exactly what a lake house should be….a comfortable place to sleep and feel at home while spending all your time outside! The handicap accessibility was a huge plus for my 4 year old and the cove location was quiet yet so much fun for both kids and adults. Great sleeping setup! Hot tub a huge plus and most of all there was NOT a lake musty smell some older homes can have.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Perfect Spot

This was our second time staying here and we had another amazing week. The deck and living room fit our family with plenty of space and we made several dinners in the well appointed kitchen. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were very clean. Lake access is perfect - you can walk in from the beach or use the dock/ladder. No seaweed or zebra mussels. But nothing can top the incredible views of the lake. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy O.

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

Loved it!

Perfect place right on the water. My cousin has trouble with steps so the first floor bedroom and bathroom were perfect for her. Only 3 steps to get outside or she could walk around to get to the beach area. It was very comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Million dollar lake view and access

This spacious cottage home has five bedrooms, four of which have room AC. Any kitchen utensil imaginable is provided. The shaded patio with a ceiling fan allows comfortable outdoor dining. The owner is responsive to any questions. We used the kayaks and canoe provided daily. We loved our 3 weeks on the lake!
Stayed 20 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Loved being at the lake!

This is an absolutely exceptional location on Canandaigua Lake—beautiful view, level beach, few steps to lake, protected cove, southern end beauty with less water traffic and noise. We had a wonderful time for all ages—two year olds loved the little pebble beach for playing and swimming, older folks enjoyed water sports on a tri-toon rental from Smith Boys very close by and used the canoe and kayak every day. There is plenty of room to spread out, inside and out. We are really hoping to find a week to rent again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deborah W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

Good for families and pets:not fancy!

Very spacious and well equipped. Needs to be updated, especially kitchen and family room furniture.The fire place in the house is an obstacle for little ones. We put pillows around the sharp corners. Back sliding door needs to be repaired as does the deck railing. We felt like we were Glamping, but the house worked well for us and we enjoyed the dock, fire pit and canoe.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

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

Location, location, location

Fantastic location on quiet cove, perfect for boating, tubing, water skiing, paddleboarding, sailing. Property is a little tired looking--needs some updating. Well stocked with everything you'll need. Be sure to stock up on groceries at Wegmans in Canandaigua because its too far to go back for more during the week. There are 2 frigs, so there will be plenty of space for storing your food. Store in Naples is very small and awful! Any appliance you could want is in the cottage for your use. Kids of all ages loved this place, as did Mom, Dad, Grandma, and Grandpa. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake Location

Unfortunately our vacation was not what we had originally booked. This was originally pet friendly until the owners decided to not allow dogs for 2022. We booked for 10 people and then per Naples town rule, only 6 adults were allowed per night. Lastly we booked for 8 nights but was reimbursed for 1 night since bookings should have been Sat to Sat. On the positive side, the location on the lake was breathtaking and very peaceful. Such clean water and easy to swim offshore and fish off dock. The house itself is very large for multiple couples to enjoy without bumping into each other. The negative is the house is tired, the "master bedroom" mattress needs to be replaced, the couch was broken down, one of the upstairs AC units broke down, hot water wasn't consistent, poison ivy in many locations etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Julian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A great lake experience save one drawback

This is an amazing lake experience. The water, accessibility, view, dock, deck, and boats/jackets are outstanding and make for a peaceful** family lake experience. The house is spacious and well stocked. Cassandra and Sarah were responsive and helpful. Unfortunately, our visit coincided with a heat dome and while the listing states that the house is 'air conditioned', what that means (as of 6/2024) is portable units in some of the bedrooms while the main quarters are not conditioned at all and would consistently maintain a temp several degrees above the ambient -- well into the mid-90s with 90+% humidity in our case. Any time spent inside (especially cooking) was uncomfortable and bordering on ill-advised for vulnerable persons. While a visit during a more temperate clime would obviate this issue (and no one can be blamed for the weather), had we known the specifics of the AC configuration, we would have likely sought a different property for our summer visit. Unfortunately, the moderate summers of our youth are passing and premium priced properties may find modifying their infrastucture accordingly would be a game changer during extreme conditions. **A new house is being constructed nearby and the sounds of electric saws and hammering took a little off of the overall shalom of the cove. Happily, the impressive industry demonstrated by the carpenters during an exceptionally hot summer weekend suggests the overall construction period will be mercifully brief.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elyse T.

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

Excellent Stay

This was our group’s second stay here and it was fabulous again. Excellent location. Very peaceful right on the lake. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Excellent location, perfect lake house getaway

Everything was perfect, many memories were made, spacious house big bedrooms and eating area, can’t beat the view, swimming fishing bonfires, my recommendation bring stand up paddle boards and just float in the area, beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evamarie W.

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

Finger Lakes Vacation 2022

Family vacation with older parents, and sister and her husband. House is in perfect location in a cove on the lake. House is as described. Naples is about 10 miles to the south with restaurants, Reservoir Creek Golf Course is beautiful, and Canandaigua is about 20 miles north. We also golfed at Majestic Hills. We traveled to Letchworth State Park, my brother-in-law is an earth science teacher - it was a full day and wonderful, we did a winery tour one day too. There is a canoe and kayak at the house, which we used, and we rented a paddleboard for the week. We ran into a few glitches, but communication with the owner was wonderful, we always received a prompt response. There is no air conditioning in the kitchen and main living area, as noted in the house description, which we found to be uncomfortable, because temperatures for 3 days were in high 80's, and did not cool off much at night. We would recommend that the owner look into getting a split system, even though summer season is not long. The air conditioners in each bedroom worked well. The beds were comfortable, except for, per my sister, the bed in the main bedroom downstairs. The kitchen is stocked with everything you could possibly need, and we ate all of our meals outside on the deck. The hot tub was great. We utilized the fire pit. We had a wonderful week and would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

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

Family vacation

Perfect for a multi-generation family stay. Lots of places for the whole family to gather, and lots of room to spread out so we weren't on top of each other. Loved that the cottage is at water level so you just walk down a couple of steps from the deck and into the water. We used the canoe and kayak daily. More than enough life jackets for everyone (we did bring our own for the infant). We have already booked for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alba L.

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

Summer on the lake

While our family can’t do many things due to trouble traveling with a disabled child, this home is our way of having a summer vacation in a chair accessible home with the most beautiful views and perfect little cove!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dara M.

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

Amazing views!

We were looking for a chilled out place to relax with 2 teenage kids where the kids would have something to do and the adults could unwind. This was definitely it. I reckon this house is in one of the best locations on the lake as it’s in a cove. The views are really amazing and just uplifted me after being stuck in an office. House is super spacious and while the kitchen is small, we did a ton of cooking in it plus bbqing outside and it had everything we needed. Loved the views from the living room and master bedroom. We also really liked Naples. It’s small but has everything you need including a pretty good supermarket. And the best thing was the nearby very relaxed and incredibly pretty golf course - reservoir creek whcuh we really enjoyed. We hope to return next summer! Kids had a great time jumping off the dock and swimming plus we rented a boat whcjh you can tie up right outside the house which they loved. Cassandra was also super helpful and very responsive when we had any questions. Great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Wonderful!

Beyond our expectations. The views from the back deck were breathtaking. Our time here was peaceful and relaxing. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon V.

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

Canandaigua vacation

Lovely area, quiet, beautiful view of lake, close to Naples. House had everything we needed for our adult group. Only problem was some animal that got into the wall and could be heard at night loudly scratching in one of the upstairs bedrooms. We did make the owner aware.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

Excellent location

Perfect location and great neighborhood. We had a great family vacation. The lake was clean and not crowded. The house is a little dated, but everything was clean and we had everything we needed. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elyse T.

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

Excellent trip

Excellent house on the lake. Calm & relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Wonderful vacation home!

My husband and I rented this family home for our family, 5 adults and one infant. The location is just spectacular! The home is situated in a protected cove with easy, level access to swimming, boating etc. The home is quite large, provding privacy and space for all. There is a wonderful covered deck where we ate most of our meals. I would not hesitate to rent this property again. It is terrific!
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander T.

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

Classic Canandaigua Lake Stay

This property is a classic lake home on the point. There is a feeling that many happy memories have been made at this house. The host is exceptionally welcoming, responsive, and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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