Spectacular Panoramic Lake Views in Romantic, Private Setting
About the property
- House850 sqft
- Bedrooms1
- Sleeps4
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay2 nights
House, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, (Sleeps 4 with convertible couch)
Warm days and cool nights, with endless blue water at your doorstep....come and enjoy life on beautiful Lake Ontario.
As evidenced by the now 64! unanimous (5 star) reviews, this is NOT your typical cottage.
Located on 200 feet of lakefront with breathtaking views of both the sunrise and sunset from your private deck, this lovely one bedroom house is perfect for a romantic getaway for two, or for a small family seeking a lakeside vacation.
45 minutes from Rochester, Buffalo and Niagara Falls and right off the New York State Parkway, the location couldn't be more convenient. With cable TV, WiFi, public water, air conditioning and ample heat plus countless amenities, you'll be on vacation the moment you arrive.
Just as lovely in the spring and fall as it is in the summer, this location is the perfect spot for parents visiting students in Brockport, Rochester, Niagara or Buffalo. Lake Ontario turns a vibrant dark blue in the spring and fall and a walk among the changing foliage in Lakeside Park is simply spectacular. On chillier nights, our fire pit provides a cozy place for you to comfortably linger well past sunset. A large stack of fire wood and plenty of kindling are available for your use. Long summer evenings will amaze you with skies loaded with stars and sparkling fireflies, the likes of which can only be seen in the country.
The unit is all on one floor, and includes a queen-size bed, a brand new couch that converts into a second full sized bed, a full kitchen and living room, as well as a full bathroom with shower. The entire house has been completely remodeled, and is absolutely gorgeous inside.
The property borders on Lakeside Park, where you can enjoy miles of hiking along the breathtaking bluffs on the southern shore of Lake Ontario. A new 18 hole disc golf course is also available for your enjoyment.
In the area you will find several golf courses, fresh produce, a drive-in movie theater and wonderful restaurants. The house is nestled in a lakeside hamlet less than 15 minutes from the Erie Canal. Kayaking and canoeing opportunities along local creeks and waterways abound. You will find each nearby town loaded with unique shops, local landmarks and fascinating history. When you return back to the lake, you'll find the perfect location to relax and read that book you have been looking forward to. Most importantly, you'll have a chance to reconnect with nature and each other.
Lake Ontario is at record levels this year, (the highest in 125 years!) but this location is beautifully protected by the bluff. The lakeside deck was moved to the top of the bluff, and beautiful landscaping was added. You'll have the most gorgeous view of the sunrise and sunset from this location, surrounded by endless blue water. Come enjoy your own private paradise!
Here are some events to help you plan your trip:
The Rochester Lilac Festival-(largest free festival of its kind in North America) May 11-20- ten incredible days and nights filled with flowers, food and music, and centered around one of the most beautiful parks in the area.
The Rochester Jazz Festival- June 22rd to 30th- with nine days of amazing music featuring top artists from around the world
Taste of Buffalo-July 7th and 8th- the largest 2 day food festival in the United States highlighting food from many of Buffalo's top restaurants
Buffalo Chicken Wing festival- Labor Day Weekend- Sept 1st and 2nd. Where else but Buffalo can you go to sample the best wings in the country?
Finger Lakes- Keuka Lake Wine Trail in Bloom in May- including many Keuka Lake wineries, Wagner Vineyards Live Music in the Oasis- every Friday through October, in June Seneca Lake has their 'Smokin Summer Kickoff', and the Seneca Harbor Park Waterfront Festival, In July Watkins Glen Speedway has races running all summer, and hosts the Finger Lakes Beer Festival October 20th.
Niagara Falls hosts Comic Con from June 1st to June 3rd- with 150K square feet of exhibitors, comic books, movie cars, and a video gaming arena, and their annual Rib Fest runs from June 15th-17th.
The Albion, NY Strawberry Festival is scheduled for June 8th and 9th.
The Hilton, NY Apple Festival is September 29th and 30th.
Live Horse Racing is available in Batavia, NY (about a half hour from the house)
Niagara on the Lake hosts the Shaw Festival (featuring multiple performances of first rate live theater) each season, starting in April and running through the fall.
Lake Ontario Fishing Derbies:
May 11-20th; LOC Spring Derby www.loc.org
May 14-18th; Wilson Harbor Salmon Slam www.wilsonharborinvitational.com
May 14-18th; Wilson Harbor $1K a Day
May 19th: Wilson Harbor Invitational
June 1-2; Niagara County Lake Ontario ProAm Team Tournament www.lakeontarioproam.net
June 9-10th; Oak Orchard Open
June 16th; Bald Eagle Tournament Series- Event #1- King of Kings Tournament Series
June 30th-July 29th; LOC Derby- Summer
June 30th- Monroe County Offshore Classic
July 7th- Bald Eagle Tournament Series- Event #2
July 7th- August 25th- Great Ontario Salmon Derby
July 14th- Bald Eagle Tournament Series- Event #3
July 18th-22nd Sodus ProAm 1K a Day
July 28th- Sandy Creek Shootout
August 4-19th; Orleans County Rotary Derby
August 11th- Bald Eagle Tournatment Series- Event #4
August 17th- Reelin’ for a Cure
August 17th- September 3rd- LOC Derby- Fall
August 20th- GCBA- Boy Scouts Casting for Character
August 25th- Bald Eagle Tournament Series Event #5
September 1-2nd- King of the Lake www.Kingofkings.ca
You'll find this location perfectly centered between Rochester and Buffalo/Niagara Falls, (in the east/west direction) and the Finger Lakes and Toronto (going north and south).
Be sure to check our online calendar... it is updated daily and reflects current availability.... 2018 reservations are currently underway!
Keywords: Lake Ontario, Cottage, Lakefront, Great Lakes, Niagara Wine Country, Lakeside Park, Sunsets, Anniversary, Honeymoon, Bungalow, Fully Furnished, Waterfront, golf, disc golf, fishing, boating, romantic, quiet, relaxing, getaway, SUNY Brockport, SUNY Buffalo,Niagara Falls, vegetarian, localvore, hiking, vegan
Owner
Maureen Farnand
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one hour
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 19, 2018
About Maureen Farnand
My husband and I grew up in the Rochester area. We both came from large families and we love to travel and entertain. We enjoy this unique location on the lake so much, when the opportunity arose, we bought the house next door! We're happy to provide you with tips on good restaurants and fun things to do in the area, as well as directions on how to get wherever you want to go. We love this place and we want to make sure you do too!
Maureen Farnand purchased this House in 2010
Why Maureen Farnand chose Town of Carlton
This location is ideal in so many ways: It is 45 minutes from our primary home. It is quiet and private. It has gorgeous views of the lake. Lakeside Park is a hidden treasure and it is in our back yard. We can leave on a Friday after work and enjoy dinner on the deck an hour later. Few people know about this location. The property tends to stay in families for generations and has remained a hidden treasure we were lucky enough to learn about through my uncle who introduced our family to this beautiful spot in 1959.
What makes this House unique
There are few places I know of, where you can walk outside in your pajamas, cup of coffee and newspaper in hand and as you head to the deck you look out on the vastness of the lake and see six beautiful swans gliding by. You have to wonder... how could I beat this?
Amenities
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
- Bedroom 11 queen
- Bedroom 21 sleep sofa /futon, Brand new convertible couch with 10" firm mattress
- Queen size Bed in Bedroom, sleeps 2 Couch converts to an additional Full Size bed, sleeps 2
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Full shower and vanity
Location Type
- Beach View
- Beachfront200 feet of shoreline with panoramic views of the water.
- Golf Course FrontSeveral golf courses minutes away and an 18 hole disc golf course right next door.
- Lake ViewSpectacular sunrises and sunsets all viewable from your private deck overlooking the water.
- LakefrontLake Ontario is HUGE, with the infinite feel of the ocean without all that salt!
- RuralFarm stands abound. Large Amish community in the area with lots of fresh produce.
- VillageLots of small towns nearby with quaint restaurants and shopping.
- Water ViewView the water from every window and from your front deck!
- Waterfront200' along the water
Theme
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Living RoomCouch that converts into a full sized bed, as well as a smart flat screen TV with HBO, Netflix and Hulu
- Air Conditioning
- FireplaceFire pit by water
- Hair Dryer
- HeatingZoned heaters warm house to a toasty temp even on the coldest nights.
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens ProvidedAll linens provided for Queen bed, convertible couch and bath.
- Clothes Dryer
- Mobile Phone
- ParkingPlenty of parking for your boat/trailer, car, truck, etc. right next to house.
- Parking Off Street
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Towels Provided
- Washing MachineWasher and Dryer available on premises for tenants staying one week or longer.
- Wireless Internet
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & UtensilsProvided
- KitchenFull size fridge, electric stove, convection microwave, all cooking utensils, dishes, pots, pans, etc. Webber Gas Grill on deck.
- Microwave
- OvenConvection microwave
- Refrigerator
- StoveElectric
- Toaster
Dining
- DiningCherry Pub-style table with 2 chairs inside unit by window overlooking lake. Additional chairs available. Full table with four chairs on deck. Additional picnic table overlooking water.
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 2 people
Entertainment
- GamesSeveral board games available inside cedar chest.
- Satellite / Cable
- StereoSound system with audio input from your smart phone
- TelevisionFlat screen TV with cable including Netflix, HBO and Hulu
- Toyslawn games, discs for disc golf, bocce, sand and water table, sand toys, etc.
- Video LibraryInfinite movies available on Netflix and Hulu
Outside
- Deck / PatioBeautiful wrap around deck at house; professionally landscaped second deck located along the lakefront.
- GolfDisc golf in adjacent Lakeside Park. Several golf courses within 30 minute drive.
- Kayak / CanoeKayak and Canoe rentals available on premises
- Lawn / GardenFlowers, and tropical plants on all decks; You'll feel like you're in your own private garden!
- Outdoor Grill
- Water Sports GearLife jackets available
Attractions
- museums
- churches
- duty free shops
- festivals
- library
- live theater
- marina
- cinemas
- playground
- restaurants
- theme parks
- water parks
- winery tours
- zoo
Leisure Activities
- outlet shopping
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- beachcombing
- photography
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- kayaking
- cycling
- equestrian events
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- jet skiing
- deepsea fishing
- mountain biking
- pier fishing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- sound/bay fishing
- swimming
- water skiing
- water tubing
- wind-surfing
Notes
- Completely remodelled with new windows, drywall, pecan floor, furniture, appliances, linens, cookware, etc. Gorgeous knotty pine ceiling with (3) remote controlled ceiling fans, 200 feet of Private Lakefront with large deck overlooking Lake Ontario, Panoramic Views of spectacular sunrises and sunsets, Large hammock located among the trees for afternoon naps or quiet reading, property borders Lakeside Park with miles of hiking along scenic bluffs bordering Lake Ontario and 18 hole disc golf course. Large flat screen smart TV, WiFi, public water, brand new bathroom with large shower unit, fully stocked kitchen with beautiful cherry table looking out on lake, gas grill and picnic table, large picture window in Living Room with beautiful lake view, several local farm stands nearby with local produce, 5 minutes from New York State Parkway, close to Buffalo, Rochester, Niagara Falls, and Batavia. Wonderful local restaurants, shopping and theater.
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
64 Reviews
Latest reviews
Great vacation!
You were great guests, and we absolutely loved having you!
thanks for your kind words,
Maureen
Everything you need in a peaceful atmosphere!
Amy,
The wind off the lake can get wild sometimes! We also get some crazy thunder and lightning storms, where the whole sky lights up and the waves crash to the shore with unbelievable force. Mother Nature can really put on a show and every day is so different. It's just one more reason why I love it at the lake and I'm so glad you do, too!
Maureen
Perfect Location
Benjamin,
We're so glad you got the opportunity to enjoy some 'down-time' on the lake. We hope to see you back soon for some more R&R....with a 'little one', that's often hard to come by!
Warmest regards,
Maureen and Darcy
Cozy and cute with a gorgeous view!
Jim
With Lakeside Park right next door, it certainly is a dog's paradise, isn't it?
So glad you enjoyed your stay,
Maureen and Darcy
WONDERFUL PLACE!!
Tammy and Scot,
We just confirmed your new reservation and we are looking forward to seeing you both again this summer! We have several 'regulars' that have made it an annual tradition to spend time with us each spring, summer or fall. We are thrilled to see you joining that club! We have been so fortunate to have some of the nicest folks as our guests, and you and Scot are certainly no exception. We'll see you soon, and may this trip be even nicer than last year!
Warmest regards,
Maureen and Darcy
Wonderful weekend getaway with great owners
Maria,
How fun it was driving down the crushed stone road with your son at the wheel of our golf cart. He was a hysterical mix of terrified and elated. And we were happy to help you get that campfire started, even if the wind that night was blowing with a fierceness that made the sparks fly in all directions! We hope you come back and visit us again soon!
Maureen and Darcy
Location
Romantic Setting perfect for an anniversary or second honeymoon. Great for a girls' weekend, a quiet retreat, or a place to reconnect with nature and each other. Several local golf courses, tours of the Erie Canal, Cobblestone Houses, and a (3) screen drive-in movie theater within a half hour drive. Large grocery store 15 minutes away. Croquet, Bocce, Badminton, Swimming, Reading, Hiking, Jogging, Biking, Disc Golf, all available. Wonderful local restaurants, local festivals and antiquing available. Well suited for cooking-in, with convection microwave, electric stovetop, gas grill and full size refrigerator, plus all necessary cookware, dishes, and utensils. New bedding and linens. Professionally designed and decorated with all the amenities. Immaculate inside and out.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Rental rates are $150 per weekday, and $170 per weekend night; Tenants wishing to rent a full week receive a discount rate of $895. Rates include the 4% hotel tax for Orleans County. There is also a $50 cleaning fee and a $250 refundable security deposit owed. Payment is by personal check. Original security deposit will be returned within one week of departure, assuming no damage to property.