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Family Cottage Get-away In The Heart Of Seneca Lake Wine Country - Pet Friendly

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A waterfront dock with a covered seating area and a boat.
A person holding a fish on a wooden dock with two other fish on the ground.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining table, chairs, a wicker chair, a window, and a kitchen area.
A white mobile home with blue trim, a front porch, and a small garden with potted plants.
A man holding a fish in front of a house with a porch and a welcome sign.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Dundee, NY
  • Place, Shaw Vineyard
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenora Wine Cellars
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Cottage Get-away In The Heart Of Seneca Lake Wine Country - Pet Friendly

Charming vintage cottage sitting right on the water on west shore of Seneca Lake, NY, with private boat dock. Fully furnished, includes cable TV and WiFi. Seasonal. In the heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail and just a short drive from Watkins Glen International Race Track. Reasonable rental rates, weekly or 3 night minimum (Spring & Fall). We are pet friendly with pre-approval. We are located 12 miles from Watkins Glen and Watkins Glen State Park. Centrally located within easy drive to Rochester, Syracuse, Corning and Ithaca & Elmira. Fully equipped kitchen; bath with shower; outdoor furniture, picnic table; fire pit. Bedrooms include double bed in 1, 2 singles in other. Off-street parking with 40 STEPS from parking area to cottage/lake. A NYS boat launch is located approximately 2.5 miles north of the cottage. We provide off street parking and room for your boat trailer.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Water shoes & life jackets strongly recommended.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pitbulls or Pit mixes are not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Weekly only - Saturday to Saturday - during summer months mid June through Labor Day
Spring - April 15-mid June - you can schedule you dates at your convenience with 3 night minimum. Labor Day - mid Nov. we also offer same flexibility
No aggressive dogs; no pitbulls or pit mixes. No giant dogs (St Bernards, etc). Not because they aren’t great dogs but because property is small.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 242482
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Dundee

Located in Dundee, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center, or consider a night out at Scale House Brewery. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Dundee, NY

What's nearby

  • Fruit Yard Winery - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Shaw Vineyard - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Fulkerson Winery - 8 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Kitchen - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Dandy Mini Mart 13 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Off Leash Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Idol Ridge Winery & Alder Creek Distillery - ‬41 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Cottage Get-away In The Heart Of Seneca Lake Wine Country - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Family Cottage Get-away In The Heart Of Seneca Lake Wine Country - Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Cottage Get-away In The Heart Of Seneca Lake Wine Country - Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Cottage Get-away In The Heart Of Seneca Lake Wine Country - Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Cottage Get-away In The Heart Of Seneca Lake Wine Country - Pet Friendly located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is steps from Seneca Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard and Fruit Yard Winery. Shaw Vineyard is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay property was right on the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2026
Thank you! Come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and our hosts were very fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2026
It was great to meet all of you & I hope we’ll see you again! Happy fishing 🎣
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nick and Linda were wonderful hosts and the house is cozy and comfortable. Wonderful place to relax on the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review. We enjoyed meeting you & hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place right on the lake! Owners live right next door and make sure alls well without being intrusive!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy C.

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

Very good place

Very good place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2023
Thank you! We hope you’ll come again & give the fish another chance!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
GPS does not bring you to the exact property or where we were supposed to park. We were not provided directions on how to arrive, to look for the house number on a tree further up the road etc. When we arrived confused and further confused because the house number had been covered with holiday decorations the owners were rude.The appeal of the property is that it is lake front, the lake is beautiful. There is however no shade! They have a very long list of rules posted in the house to follow and one rule is that you cannot put up a tent or sun shade. So just endure the sun! You are required to sign and additional lease which is cumbersome and not electronically friendly. The owners live on one side of the rental and additional family are on the other side. You are watched at all times and the lawn of the rental is the neighborhood highway for foot traffic. No privacy! The owner will interrupt your private time and harass you. It was the worst rental experience I have ever had. I cannot fully describe the horror of renting from these two, their rudeness, attitude, and complete lack of boundaries or respect to renters who only wanted a few days of peace on the lake. Oh and the stairs, the stairs are not to be taken lightly. They are terrible!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2026
I am very sorry that this is your interpretation of our interaction. It was 4 July holiday so I apologize for having decorations up on one of the areas that provided the house number. I do not believe we were rude upon meeting you, in fact, we drove our truck up the hill to unload your belongings in order for you not to have to use the stairs for carrying your baggage. On Seneca Lake it is a common use of properties to walk along the lakefront, whether it’s family members or other neighbors. There is no other way to get to your neighbors property. I’m also sorry that you felt you were being watched, I guarantee that was not the case. The only time that we addressed you first, as opposed to you addressing a comment to us, was when you allowed your dog to defecate in the front yard, and then go about your day without picking it up, my husband simply marked it and brought it to your attention so that it wouldn’t be overlooked or stepped in by others. We were very, very taken a back by your aggressiveness after that incident. As to the rules, they are typically just common sense items. The rule state that there is no camping and therefore no tents are allowed on the property however, whenever we’ve been asked, a sunshade is certainly acceptable. I sincerely hope that you will have better experiences in your future and I strongly recommend some anger management therapy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Radonna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the peace and quiet and really enjoyed sitting out on the dock and eating outside at the picnic table. Our host and hostess lived right next door, and were very friendly and helpful. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. The photo is the sunrise over the lake from our front door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2025
Beautiful picture! Thank you for the review😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonia R.

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

Very cozy

Thank you so much for the hospitality. We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S G.

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

Excellent R & R location

Everything from booking to saying See you next time went very smooth Very friendly landlord who helped locate some things to do. The cabin was clean and had all the comforts of home Breath taking view of the Lake and would like To go back next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review. It was a pleasure having you visit & we hope to see you again 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brad l.

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

Quiet Cozy

Wonderful quaint cottage that has everything you need to enjoy a quiet and relaxing time while being a short drive to Watkins for anything else you may need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

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

Perfect lakeside cabin retreat!!

Our stay was even better than we were hoping for! The screened in porch lets you be right at the waters edge with no bugs, perfect shade and tranquility. The cabin has everything we needed (including reliable AC and tv if the kiddos insist on some screen time because they don’t know any better). The dock is inviting and safe (even for kids) has plenty of room for both relaxing and jumping in. The hosts make you feel like family, we would absolutely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2025
Thank you so much - both for your visit & your review! We hope to meet you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maureen F.

Vacation

A nice spot to rest and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Lake Cottage

My family and I had a great time staying at Nick and Linda’s lake cottage. They were very kind hosts and the location is excellent for visiting wineries and Watkins Glen. The view of the lake is gorgeous from the cottage and the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2022
We enjoyed this family very much! They were fun, considerate & took very good care of the property. We truly hope to see them again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary B.

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

Location, location, location

Lovely location, very peaceful and quiet. Great place to relax during social distancing! Short drive from great wineries! We had a lovely time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cecelia B.

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

Seneca Lake House

this quaint house is right on the lake with an authentic cabin feel. The location was perfect for exploring Watkins Glen, Seneca Lake and Cayuga Lake, and Ithaca. We enjoyed the peaceful mornings, afternoons, and evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

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

Family Cottage Get Away

Hosts and family were very accomodating and very responsive to any issues we had. We enjoyed the beautiful view of Seneca Lake. It was very relaxing, and the cottage was comfortable. Thank you Linda and NIck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
Thank you, Ann. It was a pleasure meeting you. We’d love to see you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marla B.

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

Peace and quiet

Nice cottage. Lots of quiet time and peace. Grilled out a lot. Nice lawn and dock. Very serene and restful .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a simple but comfortable cottage, spectacularly located right on Seneca Lake with its own private dock. There are other homes and people nearby, but everyone seems to respect each other's privacy. A couple of things to be aware of: You need to bring in your own drinking water, and there's a very steep staircase down from the parking area, so probably not the spot for people with mobility issues. But if you want a lovely base where you can enjoy the lake and all of the surrounding activities, it's a great spot! And the hosts, Linda and Nick, were very welcoming and communicative.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great cabin for a getaway! I would recommend an AWD vehicle for the driveway and definitely heed the warning about the steps. It is a LOT of steps. The cabin is very tiny as listed, but for a few adult women it's a good size. It is also in a little cove with about a dozen other houses. Each one is only about 5-10 feet apart, but otherwise the cove is private and would be great for kids to play in. The views are spectacular and the location can't be beat. Definitely plan to bring in your own drinking water and most of your supplies. The owner was very responsive when we had an issue. I would definitely recommend this place for a girl's trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

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

Awesome location!

Loved our week at the lake! Brought 2 dogs that loved having access to waterfront. Great location with all the conveniences of home. Very clean, friendly owners next door in case you need anything. Small cottage - good for 2 people. Wish bed was bigger but was comfy!! Rented a boat for a couple of days. Great fun but expensive! Nice relaxing atmosphere. Would definitely recommend. Pleased 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jing Z.

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

Relaxing week in a super friendly neighborhood

The location is the best that you can hope for Seneca lake. The cottage is dated, but has everything you need for the week. Nike and Linda are very easy to communicate. It's a very small neighborhood and everyone is so kind and friendly. We were invited to their pizza party, which really makes us fell part of the neighborhood. While my kids and our dog out in the lake for kayaking, one neighbor noticed they went a bit too far for the dog and called them back. Our dog learned to jump from the dock and enjoyed the toy that Nike gave to her! It is a relaxing week for all of us. We just wish more fish :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Such a nice family! We were happy to watch them enjoy the lake. Hope to see you all again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cesar T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There is nothing fancy or extravagant about this cabin but it was just right for what we wanted. We were in town for the Ironman Traithaon and we wanted a simple place to stay by Lake Seneca. For the price we paid, it was perfect as we were only 30 mins away from Geneva, the race location.3 adults stayed and it was comfortable. Bathroom was a little tiny but we managed. Property was well situated right on Lake Seneca with an amazing dock. We would jump in the lake every morning to go for a swim. The firepit lake side was also a hit for us. We rented kayaks from Reagan’s and they delivered them to the cabin. Lots of vineyards on the main road to visit and Watkins Glen was conveniently only 15 mins away. The hosts were gracious and very kind. Linda was always responsive to my questions and Nick was always way too kind to us especially on our last day. Because we were in town for the triathalon and had a lot of equipment, he helped us navigate the one negative thing about the property, the 40 stairs to the parking spot (lol). He was gracious enough to drive our equipment up to our car - a blessing! Lake Seneca is an amazing area. It’s even better to enjoy it with a cozy cabin literally right on the lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2025
Thank you, Cesar. We enjoyed meeting you all & happy we could provide a place for you athletes, friend & Chandler & Joey. We hope you’ll come again. ~Nick & Linda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan T.

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

Week on the Lake

Our family of 4, with a teen and a tween, had a great week at this cozy cottage with a dock on a picturesque cove. Reminds me of the fishing cottages my parents took us to- just what you need, collected over time by people who’ve loved the cottage over a couple of generations, and have the Tupperware, games, and fishing themed lamps to show for it. It has the amenities you need for a comfortable stay- AC and internet for WFH on for humid days, lots of screens and a fan for cool nights. The kitchen has all the basics and a gas grill outside. Note that you need to bring drinking water! Good hot water in the shower- which is a squeeze for 6ft tall folks, but fine. Screen porch is great 24/7. Bring a sunshade for the yard- ours was useful for drizzly days too. The lake has lots of seaweed and greenery growing in the shallows- we rented paddle boards to go out and swim in the deeper water, not braving the seaweed forest around the dock. The cottage is one of several small “vintage” cottages in a row along this shore, and the owners and their sweet small dog are right next door. They are friendly and helpful and respectful, very lovely neighbors! tho’ it could be too close for vacationers that want to feel out there on their own. The steps are steep to the parking area but we were able to do a quick unload on arrival, into a wheelbarrow on the cottage level lawn. We would return prepared with our sunshade and paddle boards!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela P.

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

Relaxing lake front cottage

The cottage is right on the lake with beautiful views of Seneca Lake. Watkins Glen is a short drive, as well as quaint villages. Although we did not swim in the lake due to seaweed, we did enjoy fires by the lake at night. Additionally, there is no shortage of vineyards if that is what you enjoy. Nick and Linda are present and attentive hosts, very nice couple who show care of ownership to their property. The pup Gina loves everybody.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sue T.

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

Welcome to the Neighborhood

This cottage and lakefront are great. Be aware that there is no shade until 4pm. The stairs and having to unload on someone else's property were very difficult. The owner of the property was put off by this and had an attitude when I tried to thank him. I am a sensitive woman and pick up on the energy that surrounds me. It was tense. Although the owners were extremely competent, we felt like we were being watched everytime we were outside. Now, this is only my perspective, although my BF and family felt it too. We probably wouldn't rent again. The hosts did their part too well, if that makes sense.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2023
Thank you for your viewpoint. We make every effort to be helpful but not intrusive & give our visitors privacy but not be unfriendly. We did our best in this situation but when you let your cat out to roam the neighborhood & disturb the neighbors dogs, etc., and set our gas grill on fire, we felt we needed to intervene. I hope you will find more agreeable accommodations in the future.

About the host

Hosted by Nick & Linda Draghi

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I have been on Seneca Lake - in this exact cove - since birth! My husband enjoyed fishing Seneca Lake, and we found a cottage together just 2 doors from my parents' and childhood summer home in 1978. In 1985, the adjoining cottage became available and we thought it would make a great place to introduce others to our lovely area.

Why they chose this property

It's a great cove area enjoyed by many great friends from near & far. I've loved the area literally my whole life! I learned to swim here before I could walk; I've water-skied, fished and sunbathed; read many, many wonderful books that have taken me around the world, but this remains my favorite place to be.

What makes this property unique

Our Seneca Lake Great-Getaway Cottage is uniquely centered in New York State. We have easy access to major airports - Rochester, Syracuse and Buffalo; quick transit to Corning, Elmira, Ithaca (Cornell University), as well as the larger cities of Rochester and Syracuse. Wineries, breweries and distilleries abound. Fabulous restaurants as well as Mom & Pop eateries, antiques and Farmers Markets. Our favorite place is fireside at the beach with fresh caught salmon, trout, or panfish for dinner, but there is literally something for everyone.

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