Nestled Above Seneca Lake in the Heart of Wine Country With Private Beach

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Hector, NY

Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room
‪3 min drive‬
Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
‪5 min drive‬
Glenora Wine Cellars
‪33 min drive‬
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

This cottage is nestled at the end of the lane, below the vineyards and farm meadows, beside the lake. Three bedrooms offer queen size beds in two of the bedrooms and a double bed in the third bedroom. A modern kitchen is equipped with a full size refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, Keurig and a drip coffee maker, dishes, serving ware and a full complement of pots and pans to serve homestyle meals; including paper products, bottled drinking water and spices. Games, books, internet and TV, provide entertainment. The outdoor grill delivers delicious meals on the deck overlooking the lake. Enjoy the solitude and gorgeous views from the deck and living area windows. A newly built staircase leads to your private beach. Cliff house sits above the lake on an ancient shale cliff. Sturdy railings surround the deck and overlook areas, however, always supervise children at all times for safety. You may use our two kayaks, a canoe, life jackets, dock and beach chairs. The beach has a fire pit for evening campfires.

Property manager

Elisabeth Smith, Paul DeLaney

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Cottage on cliff. Railings deck overlook areas.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hector

Located in Hector, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watkins Glen State Park and Cayuga Lake, while WeBeTilin' Studios and Arts Center of Yates County are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Hector, NY

What's nearby

Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Wagner Vineyards - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Hector Wine Company - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Glenora Wine Cellars - 33 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪Glenora Wine Cellars - ‬31 min drive
‪Fingerlicks - ‬8 min drive
‪Classic Cafe - ‬37 min drive
‪Scale House Brewery - ‬4 min drive
‪Toni's Diner - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nestled Above Seneca Lake in the Heart of Wine Country With Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Nestled Above Seneca Lake in the Heart of Wine Country With Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nestled Above Seneca Lake in the Heart of Wine Country With Private Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nestled Above Seneca Lake in the Heart of Wine Country With Private Beach located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Standing Stone Vineyards and Bagley's Poplar Ridge Vineyards. Penguin Bay Winery and Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 November 2024

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

Lake Cottage

Cozy cottage overlooking Seneca Lake. Had everything we need in good location. Overall though a little pricy for late October but since splitting cost with another couple was manageable.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena K.

11 November 2024

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

Perfect weekend with the family

Really enjoyed the property and the neighborhood. No complaints, only appreciation.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

20 October 2024

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

Wonderful location and hosts

We spent most of a week here during a gorgeous autumn. Most of the time was spent hiking, visiting local wineries and cideries, plus a memorable trip to the Corning Museum of Glass. The hosts were friendly and available. The house was perfect for 2 couples.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liane D.

14 October 2024

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

Relaxing

It was nice to be on the water and close to wineries and restaurants since that was the reason for going!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

12 October 2024

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

Fall Getaway Weekend

Met friends here for a long wine and football weekend. Could not have found a better location. The view from the deck, the firepit by the lake, it was all so enjoyable! We felt so welcome from the minute we walked in. There is so much to see nearby, we are looking forward to coming back and exploring more!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith E.

29 September 2024

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

Weekend getaway

Was able to communicate with the owner easily. Always a quick response. Road bringing you to the home was dirt and some spots steep. I knew this going in hence the name “The Cliff house”. Home was very welcoming. A special touch from the owner was a nice bottle of wine, along with a hand written note. The home was very cozy, plenty of seating and an electric fireplace for ambience. We all enjoyed our stay and recommend this home. Perfect location as well. We appreciate you sharing your home with us, even if it was only for two nights.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

27 September 2024

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

Excellent location

Unfortunately the weather wasn't that nice, rainy and overcast until the day we left. Sun came up the last morning and we all wanted to stay longer. But this was a great place to stay. Roomy and clean.. close to multiple wineries and the other places we visited. the other places we visited.ot us to visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

17 September 2024

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

The best time!

Paul and Betsy’s cottage was the best place we e stayed in 12 yrs of coming to the FLX. Comfortable spaces, amazing dock and fire pit area and great views on the deck. Perfect location to hot spots like Lucky Hare and Scale House. Would love to stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Greg K.

15 September 2024

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

Good and comfu

Great location and awesome amenitied

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

11 September 2024

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

The perfect rental

I would only stay at this rental when I return to the Finger Lakes. Everything we needed was provide and inside is perfect, but the deck, both at the top of the cliff, and also at the bottom right on the lake are worth it all! Got to see beautiful sunsets from the deck. And great location to everything in the area - wineries, shopping, dining, water sports and boating.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

4 August 2024

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

Outstanding!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was quiet and relaxing. The house was clean and welcoming. The views of the lake were breathtaking - especially the sunsets. We had great weather to enjoy the kayaks and canoe that were available. We can't wait to visit again next year.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

30 July 2024

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

Delightful cottage!

This cottage was just the right size for our family. We enjoyed the view from the deck. It was very close to the rest of our other family for our reunion.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paula S.

29 June 2024

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

FLX newbies!

The host was extremely easy to communicate with, check in and out was seamless. The bottle of wine left for us was a thoughtful touch! Beautiful view of lake from the house. Lots of fun places to explore in the area!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine J.

12 June 2024

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

Lovely Get a way

Great place to stay! Although we are not wine drinkers the country side and vinyards were beautiful. We went to see a few waterfalls that were spectacular! It was cloudy the whole time we were there so sunshine would have been appreciated. Maybe have some kind of freshener in the house, would have helped the oders.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

3 June 2024

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

Mom & Daughters Weekend

The place was great, beautiful lake views, only complaint would be the amount of bugs inside and out, but, the home is in the woods, can’t really help that, but for 3 city girls it was a little much! I would stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

30 May 2024

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

Cliff House

Our grandson was graduating from college. We found we didn't mind the drive to and from the college because we so enjoyed the house and lake view. We actually had planned to leave Sunday but the wineries and relaxing amenities of the house prompted us to stay the full time we had booked. We would definitely book again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

M W.

24 May 2024

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

Our Favorite Finger Lakes Cottage

Fabulous place! Secluded with a gorgeous view of the lake. Near all the wineries. Quiet, serene escape from the city. All the conveniences of home. Lovely hosts with great communication. We'll return again and again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danika M.

20 May 2024

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

Great Location

The house was perfect and had everything we needed! The view is wonderful and going down to the lakefront was so nice and peaceful. We felt very welcomed! The location is also wonderful. So close to so many great wineries, breweries and restaurants! Already looking forward to coming back and staying here again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

16 May 2024

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

The best view!

My second time staying here! Beautiful property, amazing view, and great communication!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne W.

6 November 2023

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

Beautiful Cottage on the Lake

Home away from home. Everything you need for a wonderful stay. Close to many of the best wineries. Beautiful deck for coffee, cocktails, dinner and fabulous sunsets. All the personal touches that make this cottage truly special. Thank you Elisabeth and Paul for sharing your home and for that delicious bottle of wine!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang R.

20 October 2023

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

beautiful location

not easy to find, but worth the effort. very nice property. highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

millie a.

17 October 2023

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

COZY CLIFF HOUSE

THE OWNERS ARE VERY SWEET AND EASY TO COMMUNICATE WITH. THE VIEWS ARE SPECTACULAR OF THE LAKE. LOCATION IS GREAT! SHORT DISTANCE TO ALL THE VINEYARDS AND WATKINS STATE PARK.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T.

12 October 2023

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

Family Get a way

We had a pleasure staying at the Cliff House. Check in and check out was a breeze. The house was very clean and the view was amazing. The kitchen had everything you would need to cook. It rained so we didn’t get a chance to enjoy the spacious deck with all the seating available. I would definitely recommend this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

2 October 2023

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

Couldn't have been better!

Within 3 hours of arriving at the Cliff House my son said, "We could come back here next year...." Everything was just right and pretty much everything we thought of while we were there was there: kayaks, canoe, gas grill, traditional coffee maker. The house was well located for vineyards and hikes and it was just perfect for our family gathering. I hope we can turn our visit to Cliff House into a family tradition.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla M.

23 September 2023

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

Beautiful & comfy!!

One of my favorite rentals ever. Cottage was clean and had all the modern conveniences while still feeling like a cottage. Spent lots of time on the deck with beautiful views of Seneca Lake including sunsets, then cooler evenings inside next to the fireplace reading and watching movies. Excellent!!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Elisabeth Smith, Paul DeLaney

We love our Seneca Lake adventures and have been vacationing at the cottage next door to the Cliff House for many years with our children and grandchildren. We are pleased to share this beautiful place with you and hope you will enjoy being our guests at Cliff House.

Why they chose this property

Cliff House was built in 1956 on property belonging to my grandparents. In fact, Cliff House sits on farmland that has been in my family for five generations. Seneca people first inhabited this land and built a village nearby. On a quiet night, legend claims, you can hear the drums of the Seneca across the water.

What makes this property unique

The view from the deck takes our breath away and we feel at peace; a perfect place for morning coffee, yoga or sipping wine.

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English

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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2 bathrooms

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