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Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break!

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A large, historic building with a turret and multiple windows, surrounded by a landscaped garden with rocks and plants.
A lakeside gazebo with a view of the lake and distant hills.
A wooden dock with two Adirondack chairs facing a calm lake.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a ceiling fan, and a fireplace on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden sliding door, and a herringbone tile backsplash.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
At the lakefront, this 1-bedroom vacation home accommodates 2 guests. It features lake views and a balcony for outdoor enjoyment. Enjoy activities like snowboarding, sailing, and waterskiing nearby. Access to golf nearby and water sports is available. Explore Roy's Marina and South Main Street attractions. Games are provided.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Geneva, NY
  • Place, Billsboro Winery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lacey Magruder Winery
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Roy's Marina
    ‪1 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bungalow guest bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break!

The Wine Down Bungalow on Seneca Lake ensures your total privacy with 1 exclusive parking spot for your stay. The bungalow completely remodeled in 2023. It is a separate cottage/apartment from the main lakehouse where you will receive an exclusive key pad entrance to unlock your way to a spacious style bungalow. The Wine Down has a stand up shower and closet with linens/towels. Dinette for two, kitchen including fridge, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig and varieties of kcups and tea. The seating area includes two swivel cushion chairs, and a couch for watching TV and relaxing. One comfortable queen size bed with a fireplace and a Mitsubishi heating and cooling unit throughout. Large grill for exclusive use provided outside along with a table and two chairs.
The bungalow is ideal for individuals looking to take in the FLX region and all of its offerings. We are in a perfect location to numerous wineries and lake viewing points. Less than a mile down the road is Roy's Marina where you can rent all your watercraft needs for the day. Additionally, we are less than a 5 minute drive to downtown Geneva and numerous restaurants to explore during your time. ***Note: This rental comes with shared access only to the dock with our larger 4 bedroom home renters. All other waterfront such as firepit, decks, boating, and etc is not shared and exclusive only to the renters of the larger home. Please be mindful of one another. If your looking for more room, feel free to check out our larger Lakehouse rental site, its called Wine Down Retreat (#1884018) on Seneca Lake. The sunrises are beautiful and there are many viewing points here and nearby.

Check out my other properties on VRBO: 2183291 and 1884018
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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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

No pets or smoking allowed

Please dispose all trash and recycling at the end of your stay in the larger receptacles in the driveway. Thank you.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1666240
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Geneva

Located in Geneva, this vacation home is near a water park and on a lake. Seneca Lake and Keuka Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Smith Center for the Arts and Seneca Lake Sprayground. Muranda Cheese Company and Arts Center of Yates County are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Geneva, NY

What's nearby

  • Billsboro Winery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lacey Magruder Winery - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Roy's Marina - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 23 min drive - 24.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Pete's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break!?

As of Sep 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break! on Nov 1, 2026 start from $287, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wine Down Bungalow-Newly Renovated, Perfect For Two! Your private lake break! located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Seneca Lake and Billsboro Winery. Lacey Magruder Winery and Roy's Marina are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy spot for our anniversary trip! Also in a great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend - it is cute little bungalow and was all we needed for relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great for a quick work trip turned into a mini vacation! The dock was great, the bungalow was a great size for two, and the place was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication and service. Beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay in Finger Lakes!

My girlfriend and I had a great two days at this location. The location itself was great and we enjoyed the shared dock with the other listing. Would love to come back and would certainly recommend to someone else!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice cozy place

Spent our anniversary weekend here and had a great experience. Would definitely recommend this place to others looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience overall! Host helped us when we had a few questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location!

Comfortable and cozy space with access to the lake. Located near so many wonderful wineries, restaurants and breweries!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute place with good amenities

Great location! Very comfortable space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

good time

enjoyed our stay, everything was as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WONDERFUL GETAWAY

First time visiting the area and loved it. Quiet lake, beautiful views and cozy apartment. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice lake view

Cute little place. Limited kitchen but provided coffee. Nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location

Close to town, restaurants, and wineries. The unit is in a converted garage behind the main house with a DIY vibe that's basic, but functional. Nothing fancy, but comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly as described

Clean, easy, great for 2 peeps. Lake access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean and cozy

The property was very clean and was great for a couple. Wish there were a couple of chairs or a table set up outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 16, 2020
Great feedback, we can do that. Take care!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location near Geneva, NY

Overall 4 stars - pluses for owner communication, location, parking. Minuses for kitchen counter layout, uncomfortable LR chairs and a way too big and heavy coffee table. Fantastic location on the west side of Seneca Lake and close to Geneva, NY.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary

The property was great and the owner was very hephful-
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We enjoyed our stay at the bungalow. Perfect for two people. The place was clean and had everything we needed. Also, close to Geneva and the many many wineries. The only drawback was the bed,.. It was listed as a queen, and it was not. Also, the mattress was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paridise

Great spot. Only negative is the bed sags to the middle and is uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Eacape

The property was as expected… the (shared) dock was a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the beauty of Seneca Lake. We were lucky that the “big house” was not occupied, as the lakefront would not have been nearly as nice with others around so close. It was perfect for us to come and go while visiting friends and family, would stay again. Owner and Manager were perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bungalow was in a perfect location with a beautiful view of the lake. Everything we wanted to do was just a short drive away which made it perfect for a quick getaway weekend. The only knocks I have about the property is the stairs to get to the bungalow are a little steep. The flooring inside also was uneven and the mattress sank in the middle. Otherwise the place was beautiful and would recommend for a quick retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Nice location. Beautiful dock. But there were a number of small issues. Poor bed being the worse.

With the number of nagging issues, we have to give this cute property an average rating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2022
This was a tough renter from the start. Lots of unneccesary complaints and no appreciation. Unfortunately, this was a first for us as we have a great track record of keeping all our guests happy and we welcome their return. These folks, really just one person of the party, were displeased with everything. The smart TV wasnt working in their opinion, but it was. They just were not useto having that at home. They called to complain about the wifi 5 minutes after arriving which led to an entire evening of addressing it immediately with them, and happily. However, the problem was never the wif, it was teaching them how to properly set it up on their iphones and ipads. We even ran data tests for them to confim it was working, and I also made a trip there to test it myself inside the property to show good faith to which the result was, it was working. Again, there was still no satisfaction. While I was there, they told me the screen door was giving them a tug so we had maintence come out within hours and fix that. They did most of their complaints offline and to me directly via text but it would be unfair to not mention that they too disliked the bed. The brand new 2022 bed that was just put in. We strive to make everyone happy and welcome at all of our properties. Sometimes, you just have to take the tough with the good. We welcome our guests back, this one however, I refunded and hope to not see return. Hope others can find a different experience with this party.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Won’t work with vrbo again

Nice property Working with vrbo and home away awful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

We had a great stay in Geneva. The Wine Down Bungalow is clean, spacious and perfect for a few nights away. We had the dock to ourselves for the solar eclipse. Great space to stare out onto the lake. Our first morning, the shower water did not get hot. The owners were quick to respond and it was fixed immediately. Very responsive and easy to deal with. We’d recommend this place to anyone looking for a cute place to stay about a ten minute drive away from the center of Geneva.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Stephenie Seppen

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Hello friends, my name is Stephenie and I am the proud owner of the Wine Down Retreat and Bungalow on beautiful Seneca Lake. My family and I are long time residents of upstate NY and love the (FLX) finger lakes region! Spending time relaxing, unwinding, and socializing while enjoying a favorite bottle of wine around good family and friends is one of my greatest joys. When I'm not doing that, usually you can find me busy and involved with my three children and their sports and activities. I really enjoy coaching, physical activity of all kinds, and cooking. On the weekends I enjoy local races of some sort, a fitness class, or enjoying a new restaurant anywhere! My career in real estate allows me to see the offerings a home can be for others and for that, I'm so happy to share some of our home with all of you.

Why they chose this property

Seneca Lake is special to our family and why we chose to purchase here. We have been annual renters ourselves every summer on the lakes since our children were born and looked forward to that vacation year after year. Our decision to make it a permanent purchase was to be able to share our excitement of the FLX region with all of you.

What makes this property unique

The Wine Down Bungalow on Seneca Lake is unique in that it sits apart from the main 4 bedroom home, Wine Down Retreat, as a spacious and separate guesthouse/apartment with many amenities and privacy. This is an exclusive bungalow with its own parking. It is rented separately or can be combined as part of the main home rental for extra family members who may require more privacy while renting the larger home. This bungalow has its own bathroom with shower, kitchen, wifi, secure keypad access, and much more. Come on down to Seneca Lake and let us host you. **Note: the main home (Wine Down Retreat) is a much larger rental for guests too. We allow bungalow guests shared use of the dock only during their stay with those renters.
Looking for more space to bring more people? Check out our two other listings, vrbo.com/1884018 or vrbo.com/2183291. Enjoy!

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