Location: Greenwood, Finger Lakes, New York, USA (35 Miles West of Corning NY 30 Miles South of Keuka Lake)
Accommodations: Farmhouse, 4 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Keywords: Hilltop Farm
Have you ever imagined driving into unspoiled countryside where tourists are rare, vacation properties rarer, people are friendly, and views are spectacular. You turn off the main road and go down gravel roads passing the last house wondering if this is the right way until the road opens up on a lovely farm from the past--clapboard house, big barn, former one room school workshed.
I fell in love with my place in the Southern Tier of NYS 9 years ago when I first saw it. It is 70 acres of hilltop heaven--the quiet is so intense you feel it. The views are incredibly beautiful and serene. A handful of cars come by each day. You can't see another house--it feels like you are by yourself in the midst of country beauty.
The house has 2 big living rooms, a dining room, enclosed front porch, 2 bathrooms, laundry room, and entry/woodshed on the 1st floor. The 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms and a sitting/reading area. The rooms are tastefully redone and decorated--the descendants of the owners from 1915 to 1965 just had a reunion there and said it had never looked better.
There is a large lawn to sit on to enjoy the views, eat out, read, play with the kids or dogs etc. A path goes up the hill through the hay fields (30 acres are still being hayed) to the pond for swimming, picnicking, and even more spectacular landscapes.
There are fields, woods, streams, and gravel roads all around to walk or bike on. Just walk out the door in the morning and you have great choices of where to go for lovely views and fresh air.
There are many good inexpensive country restaurants in the area and a terrific Wegmans Supermarket open 24 hours a day in Hornell. It is a short drive to the restaurants and wineries of Keuka Lake and the Glass Museum and charming downtown of Corning.
Try a vacation here and you will love it -- just read the guestbook comments.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Two foldaway beds for flexible sleeping arrangements. My parents (86 and 96) use them on the first floor to avoid the stairs.
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Private Pool : Large Spring fed beautiful cool pond for swimming. Dock. Wide grassy area with chairs for relaxing and enjoying the beatiful view of the hills and valleys.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Spring Fed Pond for Swimming and Fishing,Picnic tables, Lawn Furniture, Many Basics Supplies Provided--paper goods, firewood, cleaning supplies, sugar, condiments etc
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Only dogs.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Main renter must be 25 or older
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Tobogganing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June, July, and August $1050/week Spring and Fall $750 Winter $650
May to October Weekly only Saturday to Saturday Rentals.
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's $750
$500 security/damage deposit due 7 days after booking
Rent due 60 days before the start of the rental
30 Day cancellation notice needed for full refund
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- The Farmhouse in the Fall - Finger Lakes, NY Hilltop Farm Vacation Rental
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- The Farm in the Fall - Finger Lakes, NY Hilltop Farm Vacation Rental
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- Spring Fed Pond for Swimming and Fishing - Finger Lakes, NY Hilltop Farm Vacation Rental
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- One of Two Living Rooms
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- One of Two Master Bedrooms
Traveler Reviews (49)
Peacefull Retreat
Guest: S. Hoffman
(Savannah, georgia)
Date of Stay: 09/01/07
Review Submitted: 12/19/07
We loved this house and property. The house has everything you could want or need. It's filled w/books, games, kites, snow toys and fishing equipment. Lots of little extras I didnt expect. The views are stunning. We saw lots of wildlife. If you want to slow down, enjoy nature, get back to peace and quite---this is the place. The pond has lots of fish in it. There are miles and miles of awesome places to walk. The kitchen is stocked w/lots of spices and many other extras. The house itself is very comfortable. The bedrooms are simple w/nice bedding and good matresses. Our small dog thought she had died and gone to heaven! It was such a pleasure to be able to take her w/us and watch her get to run free. We highly recommend it.
Recommended for:Pet owners, sightseeing, romantic getaway.
Loved the Wood Cook Stove
Guest: Julia and Tyler
(-)
Date of Stay: 11/24/10
Review Submitted: 08/12/11
Our family had a wonderful stay at your home. The thrill of hiking and going to the creek. The cook stove brought back many memories. My grandmother cooked on a wood stove. I took pictures to take home--the farm house, barn, and shed (former one room school house--Mike--the owner) were a real picture to remember. I will always remember my stay here.
Recommended for:
Lovely Place to Stay with a Lot of Fun/Relaxation
Guest: The M---- family
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/20/10
Review Submitted: 08/12/11
We really enjoyed our stay here--thank you! It was so much fun going to the pond. This is the most fun our dog has ever had! We loved the peace and quiet. We rode our bikes up and down the huge hills and then rested staring up at the clouds as they passed by. Thank you for renting your lovely farm house-it was a memorable stay.
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Great Fishing and Kayaking
Guest: June and Lenny
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Date of Stay: 08/01/10
Review Submitted: 08/12/11
This was a well deserved getaway. We felt ourselves unwind. It is so peaceful. The views are perfect. This is our second year here and we enjoyed your land and home so much. Thank you for sharing this little piece of heaven. PS There is great fishing and Kayaking on the Canisteo River. You won't see another person--extremely peaceful. There is a launch site in Cameroon Mills and Rathbone--right off Canisteo River Road and very close. PPS by Mike (the owner) June and Lenny just completed their 3rd year and doubled their stay from 1 to 2 weeks.
Recommended for:
Solitude without Lonliness.
Guest: Tom
(-)
Date of Stay: 04/15/10
Review Submitted: 08/12/11
I had a great stay. I saw my first live porcupine. I stayed the entire month of April to write, and all I can say is that this is the perfect place for solitude without lonliness.
Recommended for:
Glorious Vacation
Guest: Jane, Emma Sarah, Maggie,and Scottie-one happy dog
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Date of Stay: 07/31/09
Review Submitted: 08/12/11
Thanks once again for a glorious vacation. Sometimes it was very hard to leave the farmhouse and pond. We did out to see two of Natures true wonders: The Pennsylvania Grand Canyon--we did the turkey path and Niagara Falls--unbelievable--pictures do not do it justice. Our dog took long treks and sometimes it was a long time before she answered--coming back happy and exhausted.
Recommended for:
Dog Paradise
Guest: Gail Arlyn Charlie Louis
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Date of Stay: 07/15/09
Review Submitted: 08/12/11
Mike, This was such a wonderful getaway. Our dogs have never been so relaxed and macho. I think they might oo on strike when they go back to the city. We will defitely return to your gem in the hills.
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A Wonderful Time
Guest: V and Colin
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Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/30/11
Hi Mike, We’ve had such a wonderful time! We are grateful to you for keeping this beautiful place and sharing it with us. All the more precious as it seems that well maintained 1800’s farmhouses are rare in the area. As you have suggested, on the of July we drove to Andover which was the place to be! We’ve enjoyed the crowd and sat on the grass listening to a rocking good local band. I got my wish of visiting the fellow Ukrainian’s Dr Konstantin Frank’s winery, something we didn’t have time to do last year. We were treated to the most interesting wine tasting with the best view. Tom and Theresa are very nice and helpful as all the people we’ve met there. One day we drove to the God’s Country Creamery in Pennsylvania (I found it from one of the links you’ve sent), they have very fine cheeses. The owner, Mark, showed us how the cheese is made and shared many interesting stories. Once, I believe in Whitesville, we stopped at an old General Store. I stepped out of the car and asked if they are open, and heard “come in! come in!”. Turns out that a couple from California bought the place and made it their house. Quite unique, with old shelves, scale, jars still there as decorations. And like the old store, they keep their doors open for anyone one to come in, for a tour, lunch or a chat. Colin was able to do a lot of cycling and exceeded his goal of doing 300 kilometres that week. As you know, there are many hills, which is exactly what he was looking for as the Ottawa valley is quite flat. We’ve read a lot. Colin has almost finished “The Great Game” by Peter Hopkirk about the struggle for empire in Central Asia. I checked and see that Ottawa library has it as well, so he will be able to finish it. Every night we played Scrabble. Colin always won, but when we got home and I checked the dictionary, it turned out that he invented some of the words.
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Let Your Cares Slip away in this Simple Paradise
Guest: Jamie, Jennifer Edward, Craig
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Date of Stay: 08/22/09
Review Submitted: 07/30/11
Thank you for providing the kind of simple paradise that allows the ridiculous cares of this world to slip away. A memory we will keep forever is the view coming back from the pond--a patchwork of gold and umber.Another is the walk to the falls. We loved being here! Tom and Theresa are treasures: their genial help in all things great and small was deeply appreciated. We hope to return soon. PS Someone finally wore my two labs out. Thanks for giving them a memorable vacation also!!! PSS Thanks for the edlectic collection of books--something for everyone. PSSS Loved the night skies
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Simple Paradise
Guest: Jennifer Farquhar
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Date of Stay: 08/15/09
Review Submitted: 05/25/10
Thank you for providing the kind of simple paradise that allows the ridiculous cares of this world to slip away. A memory we will keep forever is the view coming back from the pond--a patchwork of gold and umber--another is the walk to the falls. We loved being here! Tom and Theresa are treasures; their genial help, in all things great and small, was deeply appreciated. We hope to return soon. Jamie, Jennifer, Edward, Craig P.S. Somebody finally wore my two labs out. Thanks for giving them a memorable vacation too!! P.S.S. Thanks for the eclectic collection of books--everying for the tastes in our party. P.S.S.S. Loved the night skies.
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