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

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Welcome to Cliff House
Cliff House
Deck overlooking the lake
Living Room
Living room with electric fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hector, NY
  • Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Glenora Wine Cellars
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪57 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

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

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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cottage on cliff. Railings deck overlook areas.
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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

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

We should mention

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 International Motor Racing Research Center and WeBeTilin' Studios 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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What's nearby

  • Penguin Bay Winery - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Wagner Vineyards - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 40 min drive - 42.7 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).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LYNDA D.

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

Beautiful views

We came to relax and that’s exactly what we did. It was the perfect location to just sit by the water and unwind. Thank you so much for sharing your adorable cottage with us. We hope to use this cottage again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liane D.

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

Verified traveller

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

Verified traveller

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

Megan C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose G.

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

Perfect spot for a family trip

My family and I stayed here for my sister’s graduation weekend and it was fantastic. Even though it was a 45 minute drive from Ithaca, we were always excited to return and relax at the cottage. Check in was a breeze. The house was immaculately clean and ready for us to unpack. The rooms were a good size and having two bathrooms was perfect for a group of 6. It felt like a real home with everything needed to feel comfortable, cook, and just relax. The real gem was the beautiful view of the lake from the living room and patio as well as from the dock. We took advantage of trying to canoe for the first time and everything was there to kayak or canoe with three kayaks and a four-person canoe available with paddles and life jackets. We also had a bonfire with the provided firewood. It was unexpectedly cold for the time of year, but there was plenty of heaters to heat the house up quickly. Overall, a great place to spend quality time with a group and we would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

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

Tracy T.

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

Danika M.

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

Kevin R., Easton, USA

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

June Getaway

Relaxing trip to Lake Seneca in a home that is very secluded and private.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wolfgang R.

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

Jamie K.

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

Sunset Spectacular!

Great home base! We loved staying at the Cliff House. It felt like home away from home. Wonderful first visit to the finger lakes!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Paula S.

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

M W.

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

holly d.

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

Finger Lake Getaway

We loved this house and it's proximity to lots of great attractions (Watkins Glen, Corning Glass Museum, Robert Treman State Park, Ithica/Cornell Botanical Gardens, and tons of wineries. The house was comfortable, with beautiful views of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A., Berlin, MD

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

Beautiful cliff-top views

Perched high above the lake with lovely view and secluded beach. We had a lovely stay and no problems.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

We loved it!!

The perfect home away from home with gorgeous views of Seneca lake, cozy living room with fireplace and view of the deck and lake. We can't wait to book again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., Peckville

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

Family trip

We totally enjoyed our visit. So quiet, peaceful. The view of the lake was amazing. Had plenty of room for the 3 of us and the kitchen was well stocked. Thank you for the bottle of wine, it was a nice surprise!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie V.

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

Nice quiet cottage with terrific view

Very nice cottage. The owners informed us of what to expect the entire time we were there and we were lucky enough to meet them. It was four of us and plenty of room. The views from the dining room at meal times were amazing .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine J.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary beth J., Lewisburg PA

Perfection

This home is perfect. It's cozy and in a perfect location . The lake views are to live for . Very clean and updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anna E.

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

Beautiful

This is probably the best location (in my opinion) on Seneca Lake. The spot is close to National Forest shore and the neighbors are quiet and low key. The layout of the house really showcases the lake and the beautiful connection to nature.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deandra L., Buffalo, NY

Would definitely go back!

Elisabeth and Paul were wonderful hosts, and the home is absolutely beautiful. We had a wonderful time and would love to come back in the future! The view of the lake is stunning. No complaints =)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Wonderful family vacation at the Cliff House.

Our family (two adults, a six-year-old and a nine-year-old) really enjoyed our week on the lake. The house is lovely and comfortable. The road only has a few houses on it, so it was very quiet. Great views from the deck and a really nice beach and dock. The location is also very convenient for getting out to restaurants and wineries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Cliff House

Property was just as listed. Very clean and well stocked with necessities. Location is perfect for visiting the wine country of the New York Finger Lakes region. Would absolutely use this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Elisabeth Smith, Paul DeLaney

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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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