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Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake

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A spacious wooden cabin with a large living area featuring a leather sofa, a dining table, and multiple windows offering views of the outdoors.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden dining table, leather sofa, and a stone fireplace.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a hammock, and a view of a lake with boats and a dock.
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large island with stools.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Seneca Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Hector, NY
  • Place, Seneca Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bloomer Creek Vineyard
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bunk House

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the area

Hector

Located in Hector, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International, or consider a night out at Two Goats Brewing.
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Hector, NY

What's nearby

  • Seneca Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bloomer Creek Vineyard - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 16 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 16 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 26 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakewood Vineyards - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Classic Cafe - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Barnstormer Winery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Off Leash Brewing - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake?

As of 3 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake on 3 January 2027 start from NZ$1,896, 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 Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Absolutely Shore - Adirondack Living on Seneca Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seneca Lake and Bloomer Creek Vineyard. Red Newt Cellars Winery and Hector Wine Company are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property sits on a beautiful area of Seneca Lake. Loved sitting on the porch in the morning having coffee with our gal reunion of 5 women. September is a quiet month on the lake so we pretty much had the area to ourselves. Happy hour on the dock before we went out was wonderful. The house was very clean and the kitchen is well stocked with lots of dinnerware, utensils, glassware and pots/pans. All kitchen appliances were new and cooking area had a large island. Also it’s centrally located to Watkins Glen and a ton of wineries/ breweries. We had one issue with the water alarm and the Finger Lakes Properties was on it until it was fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 26 October 2026
Thank you for staying with us and sharing your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the peaceful lakefront setting, morning coffee on the porch, and happy hours on the dock with friends. It's great to know the clean, well-equipped home and convenient location made your getaway even more enjoyable. We're also happy our team was able to promptly resolve the water alarm issue. We hope to welcome you back to the Finger Lakes soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location of the house cannot be beat! Saw my son fishing as I was inside the house in the kitchen or living room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for staying with us! We’re so glad you enjoyed the unbeatable location and those special lakefront moments, including being able to watch your son fish right from the house. We hope to welcome you and your family back to the Finger Lakes for another memorable stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay/awesome lake views. Host was very communicative. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
Thank you for your 5-star review! We're so glad you enjoyed the amazing lake views and appreciated our team's communication. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The house was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 December 2025
Thank you for the 5-star rating! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the beauty of the home. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay in the Finger Lakes!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Heaven!

An amazing house, kitchen was incredibly stocked with Calphon , beautiful views, so relaxing to sit on the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ab shore

Great house in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
Hi Eric, Thank you for the 5 star rating! We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake getaway

Beautiful setting, clean, close to everything. Well stocked, many types of kitchen ware. Amazing view. Loved the dock. Plenty of outdoor seating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly as portrayed. Beautiful lakeside view.

4 couples stayed the week. Bunk house was used and adequate. House was well stocked with utensils and tableware for a large group. View was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time with your friends. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely getaway!

This is a beautiful property. Unbelievably serene, gorgeous lake view from the house. We were here in the winter; getting in and out of the place was a little scary in precipitation. The road from the ridge down to the lake is quite steep. The house itself is beautifully kept, a perfect layout, and we enjoyed cooking in the beautiful kitchen and fires in the fireplace. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2025
Daniel, thanks for the 5-star review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peaceful setting, lake views, and cozy fireplace. We’d love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for our family vacation. It's close to Watkins Glen and many wineries and restaurants while being private since it's located on a dead end road. There were 7 of us, 3 generations, and the sleeping accommodations, with the bunkhouse, provided everyone with privacy. The large dining room table was a great space for game nights while the living room arrangement allowed those not playing to watch TV. Sitting on the chairs on the dock was a perfect place for me to read while enjoying views and sounds of Seneca Lake. The best part is the large porch. We would sit out there first thing in the morning while planning our day and gather at the end of the day to tell everyone where we'd gone and what we'd done when we all got back home. Great memories of our Seneca Lake vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2025
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear your family had a memorable stay and that the home provided the perfect balance of comfort, privacy, and togetherness. The porch and dock truly make for unforgettable moments on Seneca Lake, and we’re delighted they added to your experience. It’s always a pleasure to host guests creating special family memories — we hope to welcome you back for another stay soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Cabin on the lake

I can't imagine staying anywhere else. We loved everything about this cabin. Plenty of room for six people. Walk out your door to a private dock, fire pit and stunning views. Very clean, sanitized thick towels, great shower pressure, comfortable inside and out. Ideal location near wineries and restaurants.Modern, spacious and tons of books, games and movies to enjoy. No water toys but rentals not far. We can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are thrilled to hear you would definitely come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home, Beautiful View

The home is beautiful and comfortably furnished. Beautiful view of the lake, nice yard for playing games. We were there early in the season and there was a misunderstanding about whether or not the bunk house was being used that was quickly rectified by the property management company. They were in communication and easy to reach until it was handled. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2023
Hi Marnie, Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful winter getaway

This house was absolutely beautiful! Very clean, decorated nicely with a spectacular view right on the lake with beautiful sunsets. We all had a great time playing board games & drinking hot cocoa by the fireplace. Our 2 girls (6) & (10) didn’t want to leave. We are already looking into renting for the summer. Great communication with Finger lakes Premier Property very attentive agents.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you for your recent stay and for the kind words about our staff. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your recent stay and we hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Special Family Gathering

Overall, a lovely home with very comfortable space for our immediate family to gather and relax before the arrival of our 2nd grandchild. Easy access to water for fishing. Equipped with both fire pit and fireplace to enjoy year round. Plenty of space with well appointed kitchen, games, and DVDs. Only regret was that we wished we could have stayed longer or during the warmer weather when we could enjoyed more of what this beautiful home had to offer. It was a wonderful weekend of making memories and we would love to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Weekend getaway with friends

The house was beautiful. Great location! The beds not so comfortable especially in 1st floor bedroom. It sunk in middle: 2 people could not sleep on it. The grass was very high when we got there and the step out back off porch is very dangerous when stepping off porch, almost had a few people falling. The alarm system went off at midnight every night also, lasting a few minutes then stopped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Nadine! We're so glad you enjoyed the home and its location for your weekend getaway. We truly appreciate you sharing the details about the bed, lawn, porch step, and alarm system—this helps us ensure a better experience for future guests. We’ll be sure to address these concerns with our team right away. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even more enjoyable stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Seneca Lake Cabin

The cabin and location is awesome. Things pertaining to the property was as indicated; but the amenities were not. The email we received just prior to arrival stated Premier Property would supply a "starter kit" so we would not be burden with collecting provisions from a grocery store that first night. That was not true. There were no provisions, no leftover anything even condiments, boxed goods, cereal (the usual items left behind) - nothing in the home. Like it was cleared out. Typically, previous renter leave odd stuff. There wasn't even plastic wrap, foil, or baggies. ODD - that there were no kitchen amenties. Fire ring and fireplace - no firewood. (Back yard quest accommdation locked without access key code.) Not disappointed with the location or the structure - but disappointed with the usual and stated expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. We will use your feedback to improve the experience for future guests at this rental. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location!

What a beautiful home! Perfect location to enjoy the lake views, go wine tasting, and just relax. I was so happy that it was still decorated for Christmas as we were looking for a place to spend a few days after the holidays decompressing but still enjoying the break. Be sure to bring ANYthing you'll want to cook with though that's considered a food item. No oil, spices, salt and pepper or saran wrap/foil at all. Probably the most disappointing thing was not realizing that the fireplace was a woodburning one and having no wood there to enjoy it. One of the top reasons I picked this place was to have a fire so to get there and realize that was going to take some effort to achieve was definitely disappointing. I admit that I just assumed since it was a vacation rental it would be a gas fireplace, but nowhere in the listing or things to bring did it say that this property had a wood fireplace and to definitely bring wood. I think we spent well over 100 to go buy wood for our stay so that was frustrating. Also note, that the TVs are not smart TVs so you are limited to watching whatever is on, and you can not choose what to watch from your apps. There was no guide to the remote so figuring that out was challenging for a bit. Our very last day (New Year's Day) there were at least 4-5 duck hunters shooting ducks from the dock beside the house so that was also less than relaxing hearing guns going off all morning, but overall...I'd still come again. With lots of firewood. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
Thank you for your review! We're happy you enjoyed the home, lake views, and holiday decor. Apologies for the fireplace and kitchen supply issues—your feedback helps us improve. We’re glad you’d consider returning and hope to make your next stay even better!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Excellent location but terrible service.

The Finger Lakes Property Management service is the worst I have ever experienced. I suggest avoiding them, if possible. Here are the details for those who might want them. 1. Got the lock box code after multiple calls. Should have given us touch pad code from the start. 2. They took >24 h to fix a clog in the upstairs bathroom sink. 3. The day after the sink was fixed, it started leaking in the kitchen. So 6 of us were restricted to using a single bathroom sink for 2 days. 4. Provided absolutely minimal cleaning supplies: only 2 dishwasher cleaning tablets and 2 kitchen towels for 6 days of rental for 6 people. When I called to request more kitchen towels, I was told they cannot provide more. 5. Don’t have expect the most basic kitchen supplies such as coffee filters, salt, pepper, etc. Have never experienced this before. 6. On the last morning, we were asked to leave the keys on kitchen counter and we accidentally left one of our backpacks in the house. I called the Property Management people, who indicated that the cleaning lady will arrive in about two hours. When she didn’t, I called again and was told that she was delayed because she had a hard time retrieving the key from a lock box. To cut a long story short, she finally arrived and entered the house using the touch pad lock on the back door (she didn’t need a key and we could have been given the touch pad code to retrieve our bag pack 3.5 h earlier). Moreover, she told us that she was not contacted by Finger Lakes Property Management at all. In fact, she would have come sooner to open the door for us, if she had been contacted. Bottom line: we were fed a lot of lies by the Finger Lakes Property Management Service. This was the final straw that broke the camel’s back. 7. Finally, when I called to complain, it took them 4 days to get a customer care manager to call me back to discuss my issues- unacceptable behavior by a company in hospitality business. Stay away!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 March 2020
Thank you for your feedback, Kalpana. We are disappointed to hear about the inconveniences you encountered during your vacation. For 26 years, any success we’ve had has only been a reflection of guest experience and it sounds like we got it wrong this time. We extend our sincere apologies and hope for the opportunity to provide you with a 5-star experience in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than the pictures

Our family had a wonderful stay at Absolutely shore. The house was even nicer in person than the pictures. Very clean and cozy. The boys particularly liked being able to have a firepit down by the lake. Mom and Dad really liked having a fire lit inside the beautiful great room. Really a nice experience all around. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 February 2023
Thank you for your recent stay and for the kind words about our staff and for recommending our rental . We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your recent stay and we hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Vacay

From the first splash in the lake to the final paddle around, it was a great multi-generational family vacation. The house was well stocked, and the neighborhood was safe. We loved being able to walk out the front door and walk onto the dock where we could swim, paddle, or fish. Took advantage of hiking Watkins Glen one morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2023
Thank you so much for the review and for recommending our rental. We hope to see you again during your next trip to the Finger Lakes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home in a great location.

Home has a perfect layout for vacationing with a group of friends. Loved the quiet location and sitting on the dock enjoying the lake. Highly recommend this rental and would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2022
Thank you so much for the review and for recommending our rental. We hope to see you again during your next trip to the Finger Lakes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hector

Great house in a great location. Will definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are thrilled to hear you would definitely come back and stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Cabin!

This place is pretty Awesome. Right on the water, plenty of space, any kitchen item you could possibly need! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2023
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We will be back!

Everything we expected and more! My mother in law didn't want to leave. We are planning two trips next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2021
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location Location

For us the location of the house right on the lake with easy access to the dock was the crowning feature. It had nice seating and a glass of wine made for a delightful sunset experience. The house itself is spacious and nice and worked well for us. ( two couples). The kitchen was well stocked and had nice appliances and room to cook. Our major suggestion is declutter the house. Too much stuff (toss pillows, old lamps, books, vases, etc) take away from the amazing living space and beauty of the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 November 2021
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. Please come and stay with us again soon!
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