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This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities!

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A spacious kitchen with wooden floors, a built-in oven, and a refrigerator.
A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by a grassy yard and trees.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden headboard, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.
A deck with a barbecue grill, wooden deck, and a grassy yard with trees.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Gas barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Watkins Glen, NY
  • Place, Lamoka Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Waneta Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities!

Your retreat awaits on 13 acres of rolling property nestled in the woods...attached to the State Forest! Ranch property features tasteful, rustic updates with a modern twist! Open living, dining, kitchen, and sitting rooms provides plenty of entertaining space for all your guests! Kitchen is fully equipped and opens to the Living room with basic cable and Wi-Fi. 4 Bedrooms and 1.5 Bathroom (2 Queen Bedrooms, 1 Bedroom with 1 Double Bed, and 1 Bedroom with 1 twin bed). Full Bathroom is modern and all new with tub/shower combo with dual shower heads. Distant views of Lamoka and Waneta Lakes from the sitting area. Gas grill is available for your use.
13 Acre property for hiking or continue on to the State Forest Land that is attached.
Racing Fan? Located just 10miles from Watkins Glen International Speedway.
Want to Spend the Day at the Lake? Take your pick from Seneca, Lamoka, Waneta, and Keuka Lakes as they are all centrally located.
Have a Camper? There is plenty of space for you to bring your motor home!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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: limit 2 total
Pet Deposit required. Horse Friendly Property!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Events or parties of are not allowed.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4215525
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Watkins Glen

Located in Watkins Glen, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watkins Glen State Park and Keuka Lake. Ready for a night out? Consider Point of the Bluff Vineyards and Two Goats Brewing. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Watkins Glen, NY

What's nearby

  • Lamoka Lake - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Waneta Lake - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 19 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 20 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 22 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waneta Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Korner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dean Lane Dining - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Matts Place - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Lost & Found Inn - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities!?

As of 16 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities! on 18 Oct 2026 start from £513, 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 at This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is This 13 Acre Retreat is Central to Finger Lakes Activities! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lamoka Lake, Watkins Glen State Park and Waneta Lake. Castel Grisch Winery and Watkins Glen International are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience! Very secluded and quiet!Beware beds are firm.But will rent this one again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool secluded place to visit, hike, have a campfire and enjoy the quiet of the woods
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin. Has all the basics. If you want fancy, this isn't the place. You want isolation, clean, comfortable... this is your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2026
Thank you for the great review. You are always a pleasure to host and hope you get to continue your yearly trip here.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy farmhouse for our group family visit.

Home was a perfect fit for our group of 8 adults. Our only complaint was it was not very clean but we enjoyed ourselves anyway. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful Cabin of Isolation

This cabin is not fancy, but it's perfect if you are looking for a place that is very isolated. It was very quiet and peaceful on the large wooded property; however, it was not too far away from everything. It is clean, with more than enough space for 6+ people. The front deck is great to sit on and enjoy a drink at night, and the location is so far in the woods that the view of the stars at night are AMAZING! Only negative is horrible cell phone reception, and slow internet speed, but if you are there looking for fast internet, you are there for the wrong reason.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Weekend Birthday Bummer

Looked forward to this stay as pictures showed a nice cabin setting, then I arrived. Message prior to stay said two house keys, only found one. Outside looked nothing like the picture, gutters falling off. Inside was musty, porch carpet ripped apart, beer cans left on porch, urine in the toilet, grass on couch, broken recliners.Dirty bathrooms, broken fixtures, used adult diapers found behind dresser. Absolutely disgusting! Left message for property manager and received no call back. Do not stay here! No property maintenance whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review from bachelorette weekend

Myself and 5 friends stayed at this property during a bachelorette weekend. It was a quiet rural location and close to 5 different wineries we were able to visit. The area was spacious and comfortable. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for Family Gathering

Thankful to have such a great place to gather with extended family. Lots of space inside and out, serene location! Close enough to Watkins Glen for activities and restaurants. Great fun playing games outside and campfires.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

40th birthday with wine tour !

The house was perfect for our group of 11! We enjoyed the porch and yard for games with a lot of laughs ! I was worried about the driveway but with two entrances it worked perfect for the limo bus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends and family get together

We had 10 members of our group staying here for a long weekend. 10 adults would have been tight but with 4 kids we were able to make use of couches and all adults got beds. The home is small but well laid out to accommodate a large group. Markers for the driveway with the address as in the summer both are quite hidden by the bushes. Several window AC units kept it comfortable in the 95+ degree weekend weather. We would consider it again for a similar event.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Everything was good except for one thing

4 stars because prior to the trip I asked if the grill's gas would be filled and was told I didn't have to worry, but when we got there the grill had no gas. The house itself was very nice and as listed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Was very easy, owner answered questions promptly

Was nice, gas grill didn’t work , as promised, and extremely hard to find, no landmarks and gps didn’t agree with location… we had to ask a neighbor where it was, but the place was clean, and who we expected
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sugar Hill State Forest

Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect out of town get away

We were a group of 3 couples who came up to the Watkins Glen area for a kid-free weekend. This house was great! Only a short drive to hiking at Watkins Glen & lots of wineries. The house was perfect to make meals for 6 & be able to stay out of the rain & play games on the covered porch. We loved it so much, we'd like to make this an annual trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful cabin

Location was great. It was close to both lakes we visited this weekend. Check in was great. Beds were comfortable. The only thing I noticed was the dog hair in the refrigerator and the smell in the freezer from having the door closed when the freezer is turned off. Otherwise the cabin was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great family getaway

My family and I rented this home foranlr day weekend, and we really enjoyed our stay. We were a total of 8 adults and 1 dog, and we had plenty of room without feeling cramped. There were tons of extra blankets, pillows, and towels which was nice. The house was clean overall, but we had to clean the fridge and toilets as soon as we arrived. The property was beautiful and was in a great location to go hiking and/or town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Close to Farm Sanctuary

kind of rustic but plenty of room for six or more people to gather and cook and eat and visit Farm Sanctuary
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

The house and property were perfect for a fun family get together! We were mostly outside or on the porch. The porch was big and had games There was a fire pit and we had campfires in the evening. We went to Watkins glen to hike the gorge twice and went to the beach. House was cool and comfortable. We liked the privacy of being in the country. Would stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for hiking

The house has its own road..so not near any other houses The Sugar hill state forest is directly south of the property. There is a decent horse trail leading into the forest. The six nation trails in the forest are quite nice, with lean-tos and many small streams
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Weekend Getaway

Spent a weekend here with some girl friends for my birthday, and this place was wonderful to stay at. The house was very clean, comfortable and welcoming. It was an easy drive to Seneca Lake and with the fall foliage, the view of the lake from the house was stunning. The property owner was easy to contact and responsive to any questions I had. On the description it is listed under amenities that there is a spa/whirlpool, but there was not one in the house (not sure if b/c of COVID), however, this did not impact the quality of our time spent there. Would 100% stay at this property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Farm house

Clean, nice, cozy house
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Clean and Comfortable

This house was exactly as advertised in the photos. It was clean, comfortable, roomy, and check-in was easy. The location is really out in the middle of nowhere, but I expected that. The property manager was easy to reach and responsive to my questions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

4th of July

We all enjoyed our stay at the property. Everything was clean. The place was very comfortable. It was very hot and humid the day we arrived, and when we walked in, the whole place was nice and cool. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Weekend!

Pictures don't do it justice. Very spacious, clean, and accommodating for 11 girls. We came for a bachelorette party for 2 nights and had a great time! An easy drive to seneca lake. Stacey was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very enjoyable and peaceful

Renting was very easy.The cabin is much nicer than the pictures

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