Location: Barrington, Keuka Lake, Finger Lakes, New York, USA (Approximately 8 Miles South of Penn Yan, NY Off of Route 54)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Cottage
Enjoy lake living at its best in our lovely 2-bedroom cottage located on the eastern shores of beautiful Keuka Lake, in the Finger Lakes region of New York State.
Whether you want to relax in one of our Adirondack chairs with a good book and a glass of local wine, or take a Sunfish out on the lake, we are confident that our "It Shore Is Nice" cottage will provide you with a most enjoyable and memorable vacation experience.
Our beautiful lakefront property sleeps four comfortably with an extra futon; and provides all the amenities to make your stay comfortable, in your home away from home.
Located in a summertime resort area, you will find a wide variety of local activities and attractions for all members of the family. Keuka Lake is known for its wine trail, which includes more than a dozen award-winning wineries. Quaint shops in the village of Penn Yan and Hammondsport offer souvenirs, gifts and fine art. Take the road less traveled and go shopping for that perfect antique.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : Stack able Washer
- Dryer : Stack-able Dryer
- Linens Provided : Bed linens, blankets, bath towels and kitchen towels
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : On Rt 54 in parking lot
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Feather mattress topper
- Double Bed : Feather mattress topper
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Digital cable in lower Master Bedroom and basic cable with local channels included in the upper Master Bedroom. 36" HD flat screen TV in lower bedroom.
- DVD
- Video Library : Children's Disney Movies and various other movies
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Bose Wave Radio with CD player in lower Master Bedroom
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : New - 2011 Refrigerator. No ice maker because of lake water- sorry :(
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : New 2011 - Weber propane grill on kitchen deck
- Deck/Patio : Overlooking lake with seating for 6 at a picnic table and rocking chairs for reading. Late afternoon outdoor curtains.
- Balcony : Off lower bedroom level with wicker porch swing and wicker chairs for relaxing
- View/Location
- Lakefront : 40' of level stone lakefront, 7 steps down to the beach and a 40' dock for fresh water fishing
- Water View : All rooms with a view
- Monument View : view of the bluff
- Communications
- Telephone : Land line telephones on every level with local calls. Mobil Verizon service is GREAT!
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Complimentary
- Other Amenities
- Complimentary bottle of fine local wine upon arrival, Complementary coffee for your first morning, Ceiling and window fans on every level, Hairdryer, Ironing board and Iron, Flat screen TV's I-pod dock, 2 LL Bean Kayaks with oars, Sunfish sailboat, Canoe, folding chairs, On site parking for 2 vehicles, Not handicapped accessible, Desirable east side location, Near many fine local wineries and best of all- SUNSETS!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Sorry we love pets but some of our guests are allergic. :(
- Kid Friendly : Great dock to jump off of! Small loft in upper level bedroom with two small futons, children's games, water toys,books and Disney movies.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Adults only
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- See our website that lists local attractions, activities, marinas, restaurants and things to do! www.ItShoreIsNice.com
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Pre-Season: 6/2/12 - 6/22/12 $1800/wk
Peak-Seasson: 6/23/12 - 9/07/12 $2000/wk
Post-Season: 9/08/12 - 9/29/12 $1800/wk
Cleaning Fee Included, WEEKLY rentals ONLY.
Price excludes 4% Yates County Tax
Upon receipt of funds (check, cash, money order), you will be CONFIRMED.
50% deposit for confirmation, 50% - 30 days prior
$200 security deposit - refunded 7 days after departure if no damages
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2005
Kelly and Ed Gilligan have owned this lovely cottage on Keuka Lake since 2005. The exterior and interior of this home has been completely renovated and you will find subtle hints throughout reminding you of what your vacation is all about - relaxing and having fun! Please visit our complete website at "itshoreisnice" for further information and photos.
Why the Owner Chose Barrington
In 2009, the Finger Lakes region was named the number one lakeside retreat in the world by the editors of Shermans Travel, beating out better known resort areas such as Lago di Como (Italy), Lake Mead (USA) and Lake Como (USA.) The editors also cited Keuka and Seneca Lakes as being “widely-regarded as the most beautiful of the Finger Lakes and well equipped for tourists and recreational activities.”
See article: Top Ten Lakeside Retreats - Cool off this summer at lakeside retreats around the globe by ShermansTravel Editorial Staff
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
Here are our top 10 things that we enjoy doing when we visit Keuka Lake. 1. Rent a boat or take a boat ride to the Switzerland Inn to have lunch on the porch and enjoy the great view of the Bluff! 2. Boat down to Hammondsport. Dock the boat and head into town for some shopping and an ice cream at the Park Inn! 3. Drive just north of Penn Yan on Sunday morning at 9:30 and watch all the horse-drawn Mennonite buggies going to church. 4. Have a wonderful dinner at the Village Tavern in Hammondsport. 5. Visit the many fine wineries on Keuka lake and take in the stunning views! 6. Have a cocktail on the patio at sunset at the Esperanza Mansion. 7. Go shopping in Penn Yan. Our favorite store is Longs Cards & Books. 8. Go to the Hayes Auction Barn for the weekly Saturday night auction at 6:00pm. Great finds include beautiful antiques to everything under the kitchen sink! 9. Order the fried chicken dinner at the Seneca Farms in Penn Yan. 10. Have a bottle of wine in the middle of the lake at sunset! 11. Ok, so there are more than 10… Visit the Windmill Farm and Craft Market on Saturday mornings. A great place to get breakfast or lunch!
Property Photos
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- Lakefront View - Lake Front Vacation Cottage in Barrington, New York near Wineries
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- Lakefront View - 40' of lake and stone beach with a 40' dock to swim - Lake Front Vacation Cottage in Barrington, New York near Wineries
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- Lower Level Bedroom with queen bed and sitting area with views of the lake - Lake Front Vacation Cottage in Barrington, New York near Wineries
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- Upper Level Bedroom with double bed and double futon with lake views
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- Kitchen Level with seating for six and spiral stairs to upper bedroom
Traveler Reviews (8)
Guest: Rich & Lisa
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Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 08/25/10
This was the first time we rented a cottage-what a wonderful time! The cottage is wonderful and decorated beautifully. It was nice to have two decks too. Loved the kayacking for the first time! Overall, a relaxing, enjoyable time and we'll do it again! Thank You!
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Guest: Don & Maggie
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Date of Stay: 06/26/10
Review Submitted: 08/25/10
What a fantastic week! Everything in the cottage was great...couldn't have asked for anything more. The gift basket was appreciated. Hope we can arrange to come back again. Took our grandgirl to play miniature golf & get ice cream, swam every day. Then when everyone else left we toured the wine trail. You are the perfect hosts!
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Guest: Josh & Carrie
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Date of Stay: 08/21/10
Review Submitted: 08/25/10
We had a wonderful vacation! Loved, loved, loved breakfast, lunch and dinner on the wide porch overlooking the lake. The kids were delighted with their sky high loft. We loved swimming, camp-firing, reading and relaxing with good books. Happy Hours with Finger Lakes wines to boot. Clean, bright, and welcoming. We will be back! It Shore Was Nice. Thanks so much!
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Guest: Amy & Dave S
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Date of Stay: 06/27/09
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
We loved our stay on Keuka Lake! We found wonderful things to do within a short drive of the cottage, and filled our time at the cottage with fun as well. My kids had a ball wading into the lake at the rock beach and hanging out on the dock spying fish in the clear water. I had a good time sampling some Finger Lakes wines, and my husband decided that he enjoys fishing more than he had thought. The cottage is well appointed, with a great kitchen, beautiful views, and nicely separated spaces for the kids and adults. We hope to come again. Amy S. Maryland
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Guest: Anne
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Date of Stay: 08/15/09
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
Dear Kelly and Ed, We just returned home from our week at your rental cottage. It was beautiful there, inside and out, and you really thought of everything we could possibly need- from the lemon squeezer and ice cream scoop to the life vests and first aid kit. You could write the book. We also enjoyed the white binder with helpful and interesting information. The kids had a great time jumping off the dock, fishing and kayaking. They liked sleeping in the loft and roasting marshmallows over the bonfire. Thanks for the welcome basket and all of your thoughtfulness in setting up the cottage. Hope you are enjoying your summer. Sincerely, Anne Anne New York
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Guest: Polly & Craig P
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Date of Stay: 08/15/09
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
Hi! We had a great time. All of your recommendations were perfect. The kids loved Watkins Glen State Park and I think that Longs has one of the nicest selections of children's books I have ever seen. Thank again for everything! Polly and Craig P Chagrin Falls, Ohio
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Guest: Ali & Jim W
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Date of Stay: 08/08/09
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
We arrived to a meticulously clean house and were pleasantly surprised to find a basket of goodies waiting for us including a bottle of local wine, specialty spices and coffee. The house was well equipped with all the comforts of home (especially the kitchen). Our family of 5 had plenty of room and enjoyed our stay immensely. Kayaks and a sunfish sailboat were available for use which the kids, mom and dad put to good use. From a quiet cup of morning coffee to watching the sunset the multi-level covered porches provided a crows view of the beautiful lake – "It sure was Nice”. What a lovely setting! I highly recommend “It Shore is Nice”!! Jim & Ali NY
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Guest: Nancy W
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Date of Stay: 07/11/09
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
Dear Kelly, What a wonderful week we had on Keuka Lake. The cottage was perfect for our family, places to be together and places for solitude, beautifully decorated, comfortable, and included extras that made the week fun for the younger set as well as the older (me). The kids loved kayaking, we used the sunfish after refreshing our skills using the instruction booklet, and fished off the end of the dock. Swimming, campfires, samoras rounded out the days. The cottage provided everything we needed. Fortunately, the weather was mostly cooperative and we hated to leave. Coming home to Penn Yan was nostalgic. As a teenager I worked at Senaca Farms and Longs was in its infancy. Some things had changed, others not at all. I was able to attend my high school reunion on Saturday night where I briefly relived my earlier life among 18 year olds. It Shore is Nice is at the top of our list for 2010 vacation plans. Will you let us know when you open your calendar? You are so wonderfully organized and thoughtful for guest planning. Do you do this professionally in some other part of your life? Many, many thanks. Nancy W. Shoreham, NY
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