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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Penn Yan, NY
  • Fox Run Vineyards
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Keuka Lake Outlet Trail
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sampson State Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪78 min drive‬

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About the area

Penn Yan

With a stay at this vacation home in Penn Yan, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute drive of Keuka Lake and Fox Run Vineyards. .This vacation home is 31.9 mi (51.4 km) from Cayuga Lake and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Keuka Lake Outlet Trail.

What's nearby

  • Fox Run Vineyards - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Keuka Lake Outlet Trail - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 30 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Sampson State Park - 41 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Cayuga Lake - 47 min drive - 51.4 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Seneca Farms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brock's Bowl & Pizzeria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mac's Dairy Bar - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Panoramic Views, Spacious, Peaceful, Central!

Gather your crew & unwind at this peaceful, centrally located retreat - perfect for wine weekends, brewery tours & cozy nights in. With equal-sized bedrooms, a clean, stocked kitchen & a spacious deck made for group hangs, it has everything you need!

⭐ "Perfect home base for our wine trip - equal rooms, plenty of space, and so peaceful after a full day out!"

✓ Centrally located for wine & brewery hopping
✓ Equal-sized rooms & open group-friendly layout
✓ Deck for coffee, cocktails

THE SPACE

2,200 finished sq ft on one level sited on 2 acres of level lawn with panoramic lake views, neighboring horse farm creating idyllic/scenic pastoral setting, an extra spacious, newly constructed composite deck, and fire pit. This home features an open concept great room adjoining the modern kitchen.

Kitchen & Dining Room
∙ FULLY stocked kitchen for at-home baking and cooking
∙ Cooking oils and seasoning essentials
∙ Flat bottom 12-cup coffee maker, Keruig Coffee Maker, tea kettle and toaster
∙ Abundance of dishware, glassware and silverware, including children’s
∙ Full-sized fridge and freezer
∙ Electric glass cooktop and oven
∙ Microwave
∙ Dishwasher
∙ Dining room table, seating for 6 (High table and chairs)
∙ Large Kitchen Island

Living Room
∙ Featuring Smart TV
∙ Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hulu, HBO and more
∙ Sound system
∙ Fireplace
∙ Multiple sliding doors facing Seneca Lake and additional walls of windows to the north and south create panoramic lake and pastoral views from every vantage point
∙ Multiple access points to the newly constructed composite wrap around deck

Primary Bedroom
∙ Queen size bed
∙ Premium mattress, quilt, and bed blanket
∙ Full-length mirror
∙ Large closet w/ hangers
∙ Dresser
∙ Bedside lamps and tables
∙ 2 large closets with hangers

Primary Bathroom (En-Suite)
∙ Rain shower
∙ Makeup/shaving mirror
∙ Hair dryer
∙ Makeup washcloth

Bedroom #2 (across from primary)
∙ Queen size bed
∙ Premium mattress, quilt, and bed blanket
∙ Room-darkening shades
∙ Bedside lamps and tables
∙ Full-length mirror
∙ Dresser
∙ Large closet with hangers

Bathroom #2
∙ Bath tub
∙ Makeup/shaving mirror
∙ Makeup washcloth

Bedroom #3 (closest to family room)
∙ Queen size bed
∙ Premium mattress, quilt, and bed blanket
∙ Bedside lamps and tables
∙ Full-length mirror
∙ Dresser
∙ Closet with hangers

Bedroom #4 (closer to garage, private hallway)
∙ Queen size bed
∙ Premium mattress, quilt, and bed blanket
∙ Room-darkening shades
∙ Bedside lamp and table
∙ Full-length mirror
∙ Dresser
∙ Closet with hangers

Bedroom Hall Linen Closet
∙ Iron & ironing board

Wrap Around Deck
∙ Outdoor dining, seating for 6
∙ Multiple heavy duty Adirondack chairs to enjoy the panoramic lake and pastoral views

Other Outdoor Space
∙ Outdoor wood fire pit with multiple heavy duty chairs
∙ Permanent campground-style charcoal grill
∙ Picnic table

🚘 Nearby

🏷 Restaurants

Geneva: North End of Seneca Lake
∙ F.L.X. Table (Geneva – North end of lake) Fancy, intimate, need reservation months in advance, unique open kitchen concept with upscale regional dishes and wine pairings, farm to table experience
∙ Belhurst Castle & Winery (35 min): A historic castle with a winery, spa, and fine dining, located on the shores of Seneca Lake in Geneva. Fancier, beautiful grounds, overlooks the lake, you can actually walk down to the Belhurst commercial dock,and if you are boating they offer free temporary slips!
∙ Kindred Fare (Geneva), Casual, one of my husband’s favorites, American fare, overall – great food, atmosphere, high-end spirits
∙ Ciccino’s Pizzeria is a great pizza spot
∙ Bagels and Cakes by Club 86 (Geneva, but away from the lake, further in town), Offering bagels, soups, burgers, and Italian dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They also have homemade food to go and a bakery for special occasions!

Middle of Seneca Lake: west side, closer to where you are staying
∙ Sapalta (Himrod/close to where you are staying) Fancy, right on the water, also a small bar inside while you wait for a table, you can also sit down by the water while you wait
∙ Showboat Dockside Restaurant (Himrod/same general area as Sapalta) Casual, right on the water, there is also outside dancing on the weekends, boats pull right up, fun and laid back
∙ Ports Café (Considered Geneva, but just where Geneva city limits begin, across the street from Roy’s Marina ), can dress up or down here, close to the water, it’s right off of Rt. 14, but no views, it’s like a bistro
∙ Smokin’ Petes Barbecue (Right on Rt 14) Counter-serve joint offering BBQ, small plates, a large bourbon/beer selection, it has indoor and outdoor seating
∙ Decoy (Rock Stream, this is a bit south of you) A comfortable casual place, right off of Rt. 14, it’s not large and fills up quickly. American fare and great wines.
∙ Trail’s End Diner (Dresden) Good breakfast spot, but they also have sandwiches, soups, desserts, serve dinner, and now serve beers/wine
∙ DESSERT Spotted Duck Ice Cream (Off of State Rt 54 as you head into Penn Yan) Farm fresh small batch ice cream churned with the rich yolks of Ancona duck eggs! (Fun fact: My niece and her husband own this creamery!)

Penn Yan: technically on the northern end of Keuka Lake, but only about 4 miles from you, also considered middle of Seneca Lake area and where we grocery shop!
∙ Cams Pizzeria (Penn Yan), we enjoy their pizza, good delivery
∙ Seneca Farms (Penn Yan), fried chicken! (And Homemade Ice Cream!) You must try some before you leave! Bring it back and eat it at home.
∙ The Wagner Restaurant (Penn Yan) Good breakfast spot
∙ 18th Amendment (Penn Yan) Casual, good food and drinks, right in town
∙ Morgan’s Grocery – Small town grocery store with old fashioned butcher. We buy all our meat for grilling at this grocery. Also, hidden gem lunch counter in the back. This counter also serves breakfast and dinner! It’s small and unassuming, but all home cooked/fresh.
∙ Parker’s Grille – Laid back watering hole serving traditional pub eats, televised sporting events.
∙ Keuka Restaurant – Relaxed family restaurant offering American fare
∙ Lake Life Brewery – All beers/seltzers made on site, selection of local wines, live music, handcrafted brick oven pizzas
∙ Outlet 111 – waterfront (on outlet trail) cocktail bar offering creative libations and charcuterie boards (and other small plates)
∙ Union Block Italian and the Landing – Atmospheric atmosphere and great Italian food!
∙ Casa Mezcal Reserva – Newer Mexican restaurant and great reviews from locals
∙ Amity Coffee (15 minutes): A cozy coffee shop offering high-quality coffee, lattes, teas, and yogurt parfaits in a welcoming atmosphere.

Watkins Glen: south end of lake
∙ Jerlandos, casual, can also dress up, Italian restaurant and pizza shop, also great if you need a meal catered!
∙ Kookalaroc’s Bar and Grill, sports pub, all open air, great for sporting events, a lot of TVs
∙ Thai Elephant, very good, eat in
∙ Lucky Star, there are several Chinese restaurants, but we like this one the best, you can eat in but it’s a little sparse, but we just do their take-out
∙ Graft Wine & Cider Bar – Nicer dining offering locally sourced NY cuisine, plus a selection of wine, cider, and beer
∙ Nickel’s Pit BBQ
∙ El Rancho Mexican Restaurant
∙ Roosterfish Pub
∙ Seneca Harbor Station (on water) – Seasonal lunch and dinner, opens mid April through October
∙ Harbor Hotel has Blue Pointe Grille and Coldwater bar
∙ Captain Bill’s Dinner Boat

🏷 Breweries

West side of Seneca Lake
∙ Climbing Bines Hop Farm & Craft Brewery (​5 minutes): New York State's premier farm-to-barrel brewery
∙ Relative Risk Brewing Company (Close to Smokin’ Petes BBQ)
∙ Brewery Ardennes
∙ Abandon Brewing Co

Penn Yan
∙ Laurentide

East side of Seneca Lake
∙ Grist Iron Brewing Company - Burdett
∙ Two Goats Brewing
∙ Wagner Brewing Company

🏷 Wineries

∙ Seneca Shore Wine Cellars (​15 minutes): Known as the "Medieval Winery of the Finger Lakes," offering a selection of affordable, quality wines from their 50-acre vineyards established in 1979.
∙ Fox Run Vineyards (20 minutes): Offers tastings and vineyard tours with scenic lake views and a small café on-site.
∙ Anthony Road Wine Company (25 minutes): A family-owned winery offering a peaceful tasting room with sweeping views of Seneca Lake.
∙ Red Tail Ridge Winery – Great wine, environmentally friendly
∙ Miles – Historic Greek Revival, rumored to be haunted, beautiful grounds overlooking Seneca Lake.
∙ Herman J Weimer – World renowned Reisling!
∙ Billsboro Winery– Atmospheric stone wall setting
∙ Glenora Wine Cellars (27 min): A winery with sweeping lake views, offering tastings, a lovely restaurant, and an inn for extended stays.
∙ Barn Stormer
∙ Rock Stream Winery
∙ Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery (25 min): One of the most famous and historic wineries in the Finger Lakes, offering exceptional tastings and educational tours.

🏷 Other Local Attractions

∙ Finger Lakes Rail Riders (30 minutes): A fun, unique experience where you pedal custom rail bikes along old tracks while enjoying scenic countryside views.
∙ Keuka Lake Outlet Trail (15 minutes): A scenic 6.8-mile trail perfect for hiking and biking, featuring waterfalls and connecting Keuka and Seneca Lakes.
∙ Watkins Glen State Park Huge gorge you can hike through, waterfalls, on the right day you can see rainbows during your hike
∙ Glenora Falls: Travel down either South Glenora Rd or North Glenora Rd, go all the way down to the bottom, there is a white Greek Revival historic home and behind it is the most beautiful waterfall. It’s breathtaking.
∙ The Windmill Farm & Craft Market (7 min): A popular weekend destination with over 175 shops offering crafts, local produce, baked goods, wines, and handmade gifts.
∙ Finger Lakes Museum (11 min): A small museum dedicated to the cultural and natural history of the Finger Lakes region with hands-on exhibits and outdoor experiences.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A flat-screen television is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Todd Cerino

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Stunning Home Panoramic Lake Views Right Wine Trail Sleeps 10
Stunning Home Panoramic Lake Views Right Wine Trail Sleeps 10

Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Panoramic Views, Spacious, Peaceful, Central! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Views!!

This place is absolutely stunning. The views from the house are incredible. We even got to see horses next door. Very close to a lot of wineries and breweries. We will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seneca Lake

The house was great with amazing views and very well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Finger Lakes Stay

Nice home - very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

karenann d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Views

Great place for a girls weekend. Conveniently located along Seneca lake with Amazing views. Comfortable inside and out!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine Trip

Rise and Wine was EXACTLY what we expected, based off of pictures and reviews. It perfectly suited our party of 10 and was definitely the perfect place for us to stay. The weather was perfect for morning coffee on the deck overlooking the lake and the horses in the pasture below. At night, the fire pit was the perfect way to end the evening. The open floor plan and large bedrooms accommodated our party as well. Everyone loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francine B., Herkimer

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for bachelorette weekend.

The place was spacious and clean. Close to many great wineries. Our group of 10 had a great time for our bachelorette weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A DIAMOND IN SENACA LAKES WINE COUNTRY

Nine two-legged and one four-legged family members gathered at this beautiful home to continue our Celebration og Life for my husband, their sibling and uncle. The setting, house, deck, fire pit, furnishings and stocked items were perfect. We wanted for nothing. Each of us felt we were wrapped in a warm hug just sitting in the house or on the deck. Karen was wonderful and only a text away if we needed anything. Can't recommend this home highly enough do to it and management justice. Thank you so much for making a sad and difficult gathering one we will always remember with gratitude and lits of smiles!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony V., Wrightsville, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine getaway

Comfortable place. Great accommodations and even better location. Sunrise is gorgeous!!! Easy to split up the weekend with north winery/brewery stops and then south the next day
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

We had a great stay at Rise and wine. The house was as exactly what we needed for our last summer vacation. The location is perfect and the kids loved seeing the horses in the backyard. This place was so beautiful and was a treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kristin V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family wedding weekend

We booked this home for our family for our nephews wedding in Geneva. The location was convenient to both Geneva and Penn Yan. The open concept main room worked well for our group. We really enjoyed the spacious deck, and views of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Long Weekend Getaway!

Nice property with great lake views. An easy drive to either Watkins Glen or Geneva and plenty of wineries and breweries. The hosts were attentive and helpful. Some of the communication suggested to bring your own drinking water, but we had no issues at all with the on-site well water. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Janet k.

Yearly family vacation

Beautiful view, enjoyed deck & fire pit. Good location for our family interests.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lynda M., Wake Forest, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Women and Wine Tour

This home is conveniently located near many wineries around Seneca Lake. It was the perfect spot for our vacation to the Finger Lakes to visit the local wineries and explore this beautiful place. We especially enjoyed the views of Seneca Lake (and the horses next door) from the large back deck. The house has comfortable beds (4) and a well appointed kitchen. There’s no laundry for guests. One bedroom has a free standing A/C unit on the floor. It worked fine, but requires some setup to vent it out the bedroom window upon entering and exiting the house each day. ( A mini split heating/AC unit would be a better option for guests, in my opinion.) The TV is a bit small for the large family room which makes it hard to hear the sound. OVERALL, this was a good choice for a vacation with friends in FLX.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Neighbors Long Weekend

We spent the weekend with neighbors! Had a great time, despite the weather not being optimal for a beach day. Loved being on the bay in peace and quiet, while also being close enough to town to visit boardwalks and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views- right in the middle of several wineries,

Very nice property. Lovely farm with horses next door. Owner was kind to let us bring our greyhounds. They loved walking on the expansive property, and were keenly interested in the “Big Greyhound” horses next door :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Carolann F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorable

Great experience with no hidden surprises.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house with great views

We had 4 couples in this house and it was perfect. We had an issue with the deck being redone earlier than expected so we couldn't hang on it, but we were refunded $$ without even having to complain. That is a sign of a well run place who is about satisfying their customers. The views of the Lake and the horses right in front of us were really great. You are close to so many wineries. We had dinner at Ports Cafe on Saturday night and it was SOOOOO good!! I would highly suggest hitting here for a dinner!!! We are already talking about coming back for another visit next year!!! If you complain about this place, you may be the problem! It is all you need to enjoy a nice weekend at Finger Lakes!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

JILL M.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Cousins get together

The house was very well layed out. We found everything we needed. This was the first time in years that all of my grandchildren were together under one roof and we had a blast!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Chris C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Would not recommend

The view is great. The house needs some work. There is a musty mildew smell. It says it sleeps 10 they provide an air mattress that is covered in mold. We think it was a sump pump that would shake the house every time it turned off. If you are a light sleeper the house is on the main road and a lot of windows don’t have blinds or blinds that fit. There are soft spots in the decking. Overall good location and view but house needs work
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fine, but not worth the price

The reviews that I read about the views, horses, and space are all accurate. There was enough space for our group of 8 people and the property managers were very responsive. It's also pretty close to Geneva (15 minutes) and reasonably close to Watkins Glen and Ithaca for all the hiking we wanted to do. The yard was a good size. Beds were comfortable, shower pressure was good - all the things mentioned before. :) So why not 5 stars? My group has been torn on whether to rate this as 3 stars or 4. There's a lot of good, but we felt like for the general condition of the house (the deck is in REALLY bad shape, there are multiple stains on the carpets, the kitchen wasn't really equipped for everything we wanted to do, etc.) this house is overpriced. The manager was very responsive when I told her there wasn't a can opener and the dishwasher rack was broken, but these were all things that I just wasn't expecting for the price tag. Our group decided it's the price that made this 3 stars instead of 4. In addition, there were a few things that I do not believe were in the initial listing or the additional contract that was sent - I went back and checked - that I STRONGLY feel should have been included. I first noticed these things in the check-in e-mail that was sent a week prior. 1.) They recommend you not drink the water - they said it was safe, but recommend your bring bottled water for your whole group for the week. 2.) There's wifi - technically - but in the check-in e-mail it says not to stream video because it's metered wifi and they don't have unlimited data. I'm surprised they are allowed to list Wifi as an amenity given that they put restrictions on its use. It DOES say in the contract that the Wifi is a "convenience and is not integral to the agreement" but I definitely didn't guess that's what that meant. As mentioned in another review, the Wifi is quite slow for even doing simple tasks. 3.) There's an electric fence on part of the property. This one didn't impact us too much, as our kids are a bit older (6 and 8), but if I had younger children or a really curious dog, I would have wanted to know. This is only the 2nd time out of lots of VRBO or similar stays that I really don't feel like the cost was worth the stay, but for the price we wouldn't stay here again. Our group discussed more than once with each other during the trip that we were disappointed in what we got for the price that we paid.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Almost perfect

Very clean, beautiful house, friendly communication, but no washer or dryer, and missing cutlery. Also hole in wall. Told owners who were very kind about fixing it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home to gather!

We spent the Fourth of July weekend at the home with friends, all of our young kids/babies and dog. It was the perfect home to set up shop and relax for a few days! Lots of great wineries and breweries within a 10-minute drive. Large, comfortable bedrooms. The open layout of the living room and kitchen made it the perfect spot to prep meals and drinks and have everyone still be hanging together. The home overlooks a beautiful field with a few horses, which entertained everyone as we grilled and relaxed on the porch and in the yard, as well as Seneca Lake. The firepit was well kept and close enough to the house to run in and check on kids. A couple of notes: it is pet friendly, but it is not fenced and the deck is open on both sides, so we cobbled together a gate with the porch furniture and garbage bins so our pup could hang on the deck with us (which worked fine!) Definitely bring a long lead for the yard as it is on the main road. We had a couple of moments where someone needed to work for a few minutes, and the internet and service are spotty and very slow - would not be an ideal spot for anyone who needed reliable internet. Overall, we had an amazing weekend here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for the size and location, lacking in the details.

The size of the house was perfect for our group of 6 adults and 3 dogs. The dogs appreciated the open space for playing. We appreciated the open concept so we could still be together even when we were in different rooms. The land was quiet and open with a nice view. The only neighbors we saw were the horses across the yard. The showers had great water pressure. Overall it worked well for what we needed. Down sides in details. The only entertainment was the TV. We didn't see any games, cards, books, etc. Decorations were sparce. Even the candles in the fireplace were broken (looked like someone burned tea lights in top of the LED candles. Those should be completely replaced, btw) The kitchen wasn't stocked to a capacity that we required. There was plenty of tableware but really lacking in cookware. The cookware that was there was really basic and rather cheap. Would suffice for a couple people cooking, but not good enough for a large group. The spices and condiments were also lacking. Even the salt and pepper shakers were empty. Overall, it worked well for what we needed. Just keep in mind that you'll have to bring everything you need with you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Splendid Time !!!

We had a great and wonderful time in this great cozy location. We had a slight water issue but Todd and Michelle were very quick , and responsive and took care of everything immediately. We look forward going back and staying again. Everything was neat and clean when we got there. We loved waking up every morning with the horses next door. If you considering a place to stay with children I highly recommend this place. Our entire group gave this location an A+.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020