Holiday Escape

Guest: Linda (Rochester, NY)
Date of Stay: 11/23/11 Review Submitted: 12/08/11

Stumble Beach far surpassed any expectations we could imagine. My family and I rented it for our Thanksgiving holiday and it was fabulous! Tom and Chris went out of their way to stock every amenity necessary right down to new kettles to cook our holiday dinner, wood for the wood-burning stove, and the freshest linens, and bedding. We needed the peace and quiet, the sound of waves hitting the rocks, and the time for family on holiday. This was an experience we will never forget, and we look forward to summer and fall to make it all happen again. Thank you Tom and Chris.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, pet owners, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

A Wonderful Getaway.

Guest: The Russell's (Ontario NY )
Date of Stay: 10/06/11 Review Submitted: 10/19/11

Stumble Beach is a wonderful hidden getaway that is a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature and the lake, It is secluded and private yet close enough to local wineries, friut farms, and grocery stores .My husband and I along with my in-laws spent 4 wonderful nights at this beautiful home 10/6/11 to 10/10/11. The property is park like with a nature trail that leads through the woods to the lake which is set up with chairs, picnic tables, grills and even a playground and cabin for kids. Along the trail to the lake you will notice bird houses, beautiful plants and even an occasional chipmunk. We even saw a deer on the road leading back to the house. We had a family get together on Sunday, ( we were very lucky with 75-80 degree temps for October) , our entire family were amazed at the beauty and well kept property both inside and out.. The home has EVERYTHING you could possibly need, Tom and Chris have thought of everything and the personal tour that they give to their guests is wonderful, we felt like family. We highly recommend Stumble Beach and will surely be going back. Thanks Tom and Chris!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, pet owners, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Loved our stay at Stumble Beach

Guest: Kris (Buffalo ny)
Date of Stay: 08/22/11 Review Submitted: 09/04/11

My husband, our two grandsons, ages 13 and 5, and I stayed at Stumble Beach for 4 nights at the end of August. The cottage was so pretty and comfortable. We had a great time on the deck, bird watching, (we saw three eagles) and so many other interesting birds and flowers. Also had a great time on the beach lawn especially the night we made a bon fire. There is no hotel in the area that could compare, All arrangements went great.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Perfect Lake Ontario Retreat

Guest: 'meel (Prince Frederick, MD)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 08/06/11

Stumble Beach is a jewel, carefully hidden on a private, wooded estate, with the lake shore only steps from the door. We stayed here in the summer of 2010 and again in 2011, and it seems like it just gets better each year. The cottage is quiet, beautifully appointed, and filled with all the necessities, from linens to paper products and spices for cooking. Nothing has been over-looked: Tom and Chris prepare this lovely home for their guests as if each of us were a personal friend. The cottage itself is spotless, and the grounds are meticulously maintained. There are countless things to see and do in this region -- Rochester is only 30 minutes away, Canada and Niagara Falls are close enough for a day trip (bring your passport!), and the Finger Lakes and wine country are equally close -- but prepare to spend at least a day or two "at home." just enjoying the Lake (and perfecting your technique for skipping stones). Stumble Beach remains our favorite place to stay in New York State.

Owner response:We're so pleased that you had such a nice time during your stay. You picked a perfect weather week to stay at the Stumble Beach, Camille! Hope to see you next year and thanks for taking such good care of the cottage during your stay! Sincerely, T & C

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Perfect family getaway at Stumble Beach

Guest: Fanton's (Wellsville, NY)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11 Review Submitted: 07/18/11

We just recently stayed at this cottage over the 4th of July weekend and enjoyed every minute. Tom and Chris went above and beyond to provide everything that you would need during your stay. They also did a walk through of the property which was very nice. The photos of the property did not give it justice. It was very relaxing and a nice family cottage. We all had a great time. Thanks again Tom and Chris!

Owner response:Thank you, Mary. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family. We're pleased Stumble Beach was a good fit for your vacation needs. You picked a perfect weather week! Sincerely, Tom & Chris

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Gorgeous, private, fun for kids,dogs and adults

Guest: AL (Baltimore, MD)
Date of Stay: 06/16/11 Review Submitted: 07/07/11

We loved Stumble Beach! We stayed for a long weekend in June and brought great weather with us. Hisband was in a 2-day sailboat race, the rest of us just lounged at the cottage. We had a six year old boy who could not believe he had a whole pond to himself for the weekend - tadpoles, frogs,ducks, crawfish and snakes.....awesome. Our dog loved the large lawn and the cool lake water. It was a good place to train her off leash. The house is really well maintained, with high end linens (unusual in rentals), and very clean comfortable furnishings. There is fishing gear, kids toys, etc...no need to bring a lot. The bonfire pit is really great, and not to be ignored. It proved to be a nice accompaniment to the gorgeous sunsets. We had a canoe and it was an easy launch and good water. (the fish are in a hole just east of the property, off the point!). There are picnic tables and adirondack chairs so you can spend the whole day at the water's edge. The beach is very rocky so bring sneakers, but the water is very clear.You definitely need a car but it is short drives to farm markets (we picked strawberries), and Sodus Point. Pultneyville is cute but not much there; but we had good experiences in Sodus Point- restaurants, and the lighthouse museum was really cool. The site is relatively private. You can see and hear the neighbors a bit, but the lot is so large there is little contact. Speaking of the lot, the owners have landscaped the property so beautifully, and seem to have 10 green thumbs. I could go on and on. In the end, I would say that we rent houses a lot and this our best rental yet. It is really nice for kids, couples, girl getaways. There are stairs so it may be tough for elderly or disabled but once in the house the 1st floor has everything you would need. We definitely plan to rent this again. We cruised by some other rentals while we were there but would still choose this one- it is really fabulous and the owners are wonderful.

Owner response:Thank you for your kind and thoughtful comments, Alison. We’re so happy you & your family had such an enjoyable time at Stumble Beach. Congratulations to your husband and his crew on their outstanding finish in the Scotch Bonnet sailboat race across Lake Ontario. We’ll look forward to seeing you all again next year. Sincerely, Tom & Chris

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, pet owners, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.

Great Time At Stumble Beach

Guest: Old Husker Fan (Omaha, NE USA )
Date of Stay: 05/18/11 Review Submitted: 05/29/11

My family had a terrific 4-night stay at the Stumble Beach cottage in May 2011. Tom and Chris provided everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable time at the cottage. Even though it was a very rainy period, we had no trouble getting into and out of the property due to the excellent maintenance of the drive-in. The scenery and surroundings are beautiful and we had a great feeling of being out in the woods. Thanks Tom and Chris for a great time!

Owner response:Thank you for your kind compliments, Bryce. We are so happy that you and your family were able to enjoy the cottage and property despite the rainy & cold Spring we've had this year. Congratulations again to your son for having recently earned his PhD at RIT!

Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

peaceful

Guest: nancy (Rochester NY 14609)
Date of Stay: 09/25/10 Review Submitted: 10/22/10

My husband and I spent a wonderfully peaceful week at Stumble Beach this fall. We were looking for a location close to home so family and friends could join us if they wished and we "stumbled" upon the perfect location, as well as the perfect hosts. Tom and Chris have thought of everything. As well as sharing their little piece of heaven, they have stocked their cottage with all of the neccessities, plus more. When we encountered a rainy day, there were books, games and most helpful, a guide to local restaurants and shops to keep us busy. Although the weather was less than perfect, we were able to stargaze and enjoy the beautiful sunsets, complete with a floatilla of swans! Our 4 yr old dog Tinker had more than enought to keep her busy! Her nose was to the ground sniffing out new scents all week; she actually came nose to nose with a possum! New experience for a city dog. They parted peacefully and all lived to tell the tale! We felt totally at home and would definitely recommend Stumble Beach.

Recommended for:Pet owners, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Great value

Guest: FJB (Germany)
Date of Stay: 09/17/10 Review Submitted: 09/28/10

This is an outstanding place to stay. The cottage is just a dream and we always will choose this house when we are visiting the Rochester Area. Place like the Niagara Falls, Palmyra and the great Rochester area are easy to reach. The support of the owner also contribute to a wunderful time we had. This Cottage is highly recomendable. The only negative aspect: our stay was definite to short !! (by the way the owner even speaks German) Sept. 2010 Gertrud, Inge and Frans from Germany

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.

perfect vacation

Guest: Anatoliy & Yelena (Iselin, NJ)
Date of Stay: 09/04/10 Review Submitted: 09/20/10

We had one of the best vacations in our life. You've built a beautiful house, you have to be proud of this. We kept admiring your way of making nice small things - picture frames, closet doors, shelf over the bathtub, and so on. Our dogs had a great time - they ran around like crazy. They loved your pond the most, which resulted in a dog washing process several times. We also walked them to Lake Rd and back. We used you travel brochures to find many good farms, markets and places. Our favorite trip was to Chimney Bluffs park. Just gorgeous! We also brought home a lot of fruits and couple of pies from the farm market.

Recommended for:Pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.