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AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please

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Lakeside of Seneca Bungalow
Seneca Bungalow has lots of great windows to enjoy the lake while inside
Amazing Level Lakefront with no steps! Gradual lake depth ideal for kids
Beautiful Open Kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Romulus, NY
  • Place, Zugibe Vineyards
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sampson State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please

Beautiful newly constructed lakeside bungalow located on the east side of Seneca Lake. Tastefully crafted home (construction completed early 2013), is sure to please. Be the first to enjoy and relax in Seneca Bungalow.

The home sits on the east side of Seneca Lake and is easily accessible. Enjoy the large level beach only steps away from the front porch.

Seneca Bungalow offers a custom, clean, comfortable, lakeside cottage where memories can be made. A well designed functioning floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Downstairs you will be welcomed by a tastefully decorated and relaxing living room with gas fireplace, dining room, full bath and kitchen with island and wine fridge. A master bedroom with king bed, and classic private bathroom with jetted tub are on the first floor as well.

Upstairs are 2 large comfortable and welcoming lakeside bedrooms (each with a queen bed and pull out couch), and a bunk room (2 bunk beds), and a full bathroom with laundry.

Fine finishes, master craftsman, care, and attention to detail were the owner’s goal with crafting this wonderful Finger Lakes getaway. The property has been in the owner’s family for over 50 years. Details include mahogany porches, upgraded electronics and appliances, central air, on demand hot water, and most important great outdoor/lakeside space for relaxing and/or entertaining.

The great floor plan is designed for large groups and entertaining, as well as separate space to get away and relax. Seneca Bungalow is very functional and comfortable for friends and families alike. Outside you will love the level beach and enjoy the beautiful sunsets.

No matter the time of year, Seneca Bungalow is a great place to relax, entertain, bond, and build wonderful memories.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Romulus

Located in Romulus, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Rose Hill Mansion and Smith Center for the Arts are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Sampson State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hobart & William Smith Tennis Center or Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Romulus, NY

What's nearby

  • Zugibe Vineyards - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Sampson State Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Ventosa Vineyards - 8 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Rose Hill Mansion - 8 min drive - 13.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪War Horse Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please on Mar 28, 2026 start from $1,458, 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 AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please located?

Nestled on the beach, this Romulus cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Seneca Lake, Sampson State Park, and Zugibe Vineyards. Three Brothers Wineries and Estates is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken V.

Great place for the whole family

Plenty of room. Nice linens and towels. Overall a very comfortable place for 6 adults and 3 young kids to spend a week on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat H.

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

A great summer weekend on the Finger Lakes!

A group of my girlfriends stayed here for a weekend and enjoyed the outdoors and wineries in the Finger Lakes. The house was perfect - comfortable, clean, had great outdoor activities, and indoor/outdoor spaces to hang out. We had an awesome weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry W.

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

Seneca Bungalow

House was immaculate, well appointed, well stocked, most everything worked perfectly, yard is not huge but nice enough. Bathrooms are great, with plenty of hot water. great view, kayaks. Good place...
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany D.

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

Perfect rental experience!

This house is beautiful! Lovely setting, right on the lake, short drive to multiple wineries/breweries. The bedding, towels, kitchen accessories, etc were all great. Great setup for couples or families with older children, there were no extras in the house for babies or young children (pack n plays, high chair, gates). This was fine, we brought what we needed, just an fyi. The dock is a very simple little thing you can walk out on, but you wouldn’t sit out there. Small rocky beach type area has a dining table and fire pit that we enjoyed. Would recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Girls Reunion Weekend

The property was perfect. Very clean, very well provisioned. The proximity of the house to the water was our favorite feature. We ate all our meals on the back patio table, watching a heron fish for minnows with the gorgeous sunset as a backdrop. The shore was nice and shallow, and the lake was warm. We barely got out of our bathing suits from sun up til sundown, and then we gathered around the fire pit. Even though we had planned to visit a local winery, we wound up never leaving the house, as it had everything we needed for a lovely reunion weekend. The only quibble was that one of the bedrooms had a smoke detector with a dead battery that annoyingly chirped. We couldn't find a battery in the junk drawer, and pushing the hush button only temporarily delayed the chirp. The owner was not reachable through neither the app nor on the cell phone provided. He did respond later the morning after we reached out, and apologized.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Theresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Lovely home, but ....

The little bungalow is immaculate, cozy, and filled with the finest linens, glassware, games, DVD's, and kayaks. Truly, the bungalow is cozy and comfortable. Our difficulty with this rental was that we had children from 18 mos to 9 yrs of age and safety is always the issue. The home is located just feet from busy East Lake Road; the children could play only on the small patch of grass behind house. The dock surface becomes extremely hot in the summer sun. And, there is not a safe dock ladder. There is a foot long plank missing in the dock that someone can easily hurt themselves if they fell through. One is not able to call our host as he does not pick up the phone and his mailbox is filled. Emailing him through the VRBO website is a bit more successful. Reservation ID #HA-JH1HPF
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Seneca Bungalow Family Time

The Seneca Bungalow was just perfect for our group of 6 adults and 2 children. With COVID 19 this was the first time that we could all be together for months and our family time was wonderful. The cottage had everything we needed: plenty of parking for our 4 SUVs, a beautiful dock to sit on, a great backyard for outdoor games, a fire pit right by the water with six comfy Adirondack chairs, and a back porch with rockers and ceiling fans! The indoor space of the cottage was beautifully decorated and had every thing we needed! AC for the warm days and ceiling fans in every room. The kitchen was very well stocked with every appliance, pots, pans, dishes, bowls, serving bowls and platters and all necessary utensils! The living room was adorable with a large game closet and shelves with books, binoculars and info about the finger lakes area. We didn’t need the fireplace but there is one there to use! The master bedroom was beautiful and large with a master bath and a walk in closet. The other bedrooms upstairs were very pretty too. One with a king size bed, another with a queen bed and the third with two twin beds. All bedrooms had dressers, night stand tables and TVs. The upstairs bathroom was vary large with a washer and dryer. The third bathroom downstairs was also a full bathroom with another washer and dryer! There were tons of adult and child sized life jackets and beach towels for all. All bathrooms had plenty of bath and hand towels and washcloths. The kitchen also had a small supply of paper towel, baggies, tin foil and Saran Wrap and bag clips and the bathrooms supplied with toilet paper! Wood for the Firepit was easily found just a couple miles down the road. I’m sure I’m forgetting things but would highly recommend this cottage! As a plus the double kayak was so much fun and was taken out several times by us. Thank you Calvin for sharing your cottage with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Bobbie S.

Disappointed

Good: This home is lake front and offers beautiful views to the west. Although it's small, it seems to offer ample space on the inside. There is a lovely master bedroom on the first floor, and three additional bedrooms on the second floor. It's also tastefully decorated and furnished throughout. All furnishings seemed to be in great shape and showed little wear. In my opinion, this home is also in a great location. Although it is about a 10 minute drive to Geneva, it is close to some of my favorite wineries. It's located in an area that is not densely populated, offering a pleasant rural atmosphere. Bad: Although this is a newer home, it is beginning to show signs of wear. There is obvious sheetrock patchwork, with the largest patch located on the kitchen ceiling. In addition, some of the walls are showing marks and gouges, which also indicates signs of abuse. The outside furniture seemed sporadically placed or thrown by the wind, and left in their final resting place or overlooked. To me, it's another obvious sign of neglect and a lack of attention to detail. The lot that the house sits on is small and in close quarters with neighboring homes. The driveway is only wide enough for a single vehicle, and can only accommodate 3 or 4, depending on their size. The road that it's on is also too narrow for street parking. My biggest (and most inexcusable) complaint was that a large piece of the roof above an upstairs bedroom window was peeling off. Due to the endless wind here, the loose piece of attached shingles repeatedly lifted and slammed against the plywood roof, causing a very loud banging sound throughout the house. This noise was relentless and non-stop. It was as if the roof was under construction. As a result, our enjoyment was hindered and none of my guests were able to sleep. When we advised the owner, he advised that he was unaware of the issue, only offering an empty apology. It is impossible that anyone who prepared this house prior to our stay could have been unaware of the issue. Given the rental price, it is utterly inexcusable. Conclusion: Despite my generous two-star rating, this property does has a lot to offer. If it were not for the roof issue coupled with the owner's empty apology, I would have given this house a higher rating. I expected better or partial compensation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

Excellent girls trip

This property was exactly as it was listed! The perfect getaway for 50+ years olds just before the holiday chaos starts
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana N.

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

Beautiful house

We had a great experience at Seneca Bungalow! The house was beautiful and clean! The view was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Another fantastic Seneca Bungalow stay!!

This was our 4th stay, and we can’t say enough about how wonderful this home and its host is. It’s always spotlessly clean and maintained, and the layout works perfectly for our group of four couples. Location on the lake is perfect, and close to some of our favorite winery stops. Top notch all around, thank you Calvin for sharing this gem with us. Already looking forward to stay #5!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

House was great in every way. Would recommend.

Wedding weekend with family. Had a great time and all were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki C.

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

Birthday trip

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

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

Wonderful experience !

Amazing view, beautiful, spotless (and I am very hard to please in that department) and hassle free. Calvin was great to deal with. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

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

Perfect girls weekend

This house is even more beautiful than the pictures show. The outdoor space is also larger than it looks in the pictures and so incredibly beautiful- right on the lake. The house was fully stocked with adequate linens and everything you could need in the kitchen. The home is clean and modern, plenty of space for a crowd. Communication with the owner Calvin was seamless and prompt. I would definitely recommend this home and working with Calvin for anyone looking in this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

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

Great place

This house was great. The back yard set up was better then the on line pictures. We were able to kayak and swim. The kitchen was well stocked. We were pleasantly surprised that the bunk beds were twins instead. Just for your information there is one bathroom upstairs, one in the master downstairs and one by the front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

First Time to the Finger Lakes

First time to the finger lakes what can I say it was one of our most memorable vacations as a whole family would definitely return to the same house Thank You Calvin
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

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

Great trip with family

This was a great getaway with family. Easy access to Geneva and right on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Seneca Bungalow

We had a lovely time. The property was extremely clean and very pleasant, with a beautiful view of Seneca Lake. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

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

Great location

The house was even better in person than the photos. Was a great location and the house itself was bigger then it appears. The house easily fit the 10 of us. Would highly recommend. My only note would be to add some shower hooks in the bathrooms
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Lake life !

Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

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

Stayed for a week

We were lucky enough to enjoy this past week at the Seneca Bungalow! The pictures of the house were accurate! We were able to walk from the back porch to the lake, enjoyed coffee by the lake and had a fabulous time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George W.

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

GREAT to be back at Seneca Bungalow

Our last stay was in October 2019. We loved it then and we were very happy and grateful that Calvin and VRBO accommodated our request to move our June 2020 reservation to June 2021 due to Covid. The new improvements (patio, dock) were great !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn R.

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

Wonderful Lake Front Property!

Our stay was incredible! The house was spotless and the view looking out on the lake was breathless! The whole check in and check out process was simple. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G.

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

Beautiful well appointed home

We spent most of a week at the bungalow and found it to be every bit as lovely as described. There were just two of us and a pup, so we only used the main level of the house. The huge windows allow for maximum lake view and sunshine, with blinds when you don't want the sun coming in. We were on a work/vacay combo trip, so the reliable and fast wifi made for a smooth week. The kitchen has literally everything you'd need to prepare meals - more tools and gadgets than we have at home. The lake was shallow in front of the house making it easy in/out, especially with the dog. Shopping and dining were plentiful in Geneva (about a 15 min drive) but capacity restrictions meant carry out only on this trip. The steps in and out of the house were taller than average, so those with short legs or old knees will find them a little challenging. All in all, we had a lovely stay and wouldn't hesitate to choose this as home base for another Finger Lakes adventure!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Calvin Ruthven

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Born, raised and LOVE the Finger Lakes!! Love sharing Seneca Bungalow with guests. I have always been passionate about Real Estate and have made it my career. I own and manage a few Vacation Rentals and am the Owner/Broker of a boutique real estate brokerage.

Why they chose this property

This "property" has been in the family since the 1950's as my grandparents build the first "summer structure" on the property. When an opportunity arose for me to purchase the property, I did not hesitate. I purchased the property in 2011 and completed construction of Seneca Bungalow in 2013 after a complete demo of the original "summer structure" that my grandparents had built.

What makes this property unique

Location - Location - Location. Close proximity to Geneva, near many great wineries and breweries. The lakehouse has a great level beach, and is perfectly designed to build great memories. Whether the fire on the beach after an amazing sunset. Sitting on the porch relaxing. The well equipped and designed bungalow. THE PROPERTY IS WITHOUT A DOUBT SURE TO PLEASE!!

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