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Heron House: "A Lakeside Playground on the Shores of Seneca Lake"

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9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8169 sq m

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Geneva, NY
  • Popular LocationVentosa Vineyards4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeneca Lake State Park7 min drive
  • Popular LocationHobart and William Smith Colleges10 min drive
  • AirportIthaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)68 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Heron House: "A Lakeside Playground on the Shores of Seneca Lake"

Nestled on a quiet road overlooking Seneca Lake you can find The Heron House. This home was built with comfort and relaxation in mind. So leave your worries at the door as you enter this stunning home. Beautifully decorated from top to bottom, this home is sure to meet all of your needs.

Beyond the foyer is a quaint office space and first floor bathroom. The open dining/living area feature eight foot high sliding glass doors with picturesque views of the lake. An updated kitchen provides ample cooking and gathering space to entertain with family and friends. You can unwind on the couch next to the working electric fireplace or step out onto your deck and enjoy an evening night-cap as you overlook the cascading hills on the Finger Lakes.

After the sun sets, head inside to the homes 4 bedrooms. The first bedroom is located just off the living area and offers a Queen bed and a television. Upstairs you will find 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath with tub/shower combo. The Master bedroom features a King size bed, a sitting area with 42" flat screen TV and queen sleeper sofa, and panoramic views of the lake.

Outside the kids will love the "Pirate Ship", a two tiered, 15 foot long wooden replica, complete with gangplank and steering wheel. On your walk down to the water you pass under a large gazebo to a gradual, 110' length of beach complete with wooden patio area under an overhanging tree. Fish at the end of the boat dock or relax and watch the waves wash across the lake. The lake bottom is almost entirely free of rocks and is shallow enough for children to swim.

Heron House is located in the heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, directly across Seneca Lake from Hobart and William Smith Colleges. It is less than a ten minute drive to downtown Geneva, Wegman's Grocery, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Geneva on the Lake, and the Belhurst Castle. Heron House is also less than a twenty minute drive to the Del Lago Resort & Casino, Waterloo Premium Outlets and four public golf courses; a twenty-five minute drive to the Finger Lakes Drive-In Movie Theater; and a thirty-five minute drive to the Finger Lakes Racino. RR Tracks run alongside Edgewood Drive. Trains go approximately 10-15 mph, about 2 times per week.

** This property is closely monitored for responsible renting and must abide by the Town of Fayette Rental Guidelines. Heron House adheres to strict occupancy policies. Parties, events and unregistered guests are prohibited.

Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting. The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time. This includes both day and overnight guests.

Note: Smoking is not allowed in any rental property.
Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in description.
Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets.
Docking capabilities may vary based on current water levels. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes.
* Outdoor amenities, including furniture/ watercraft/ fire pits are not available between October 15 - May 15 *

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Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

About the area

Geneva

Located in Geneva, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Women's Rights National Historical Park, while Rose Hill Mansion and Smith Center for the Arts are cultural highlights. Seneca Lake Sprayground and Muranda Cheese Company are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Geneva, NY

What's nearby

  • Ventosa Vineyards - 4 min drive
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 7 min drive
  • Seneca Lake State Park - 7 min drive
  • Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 10 min drive
  • South Main Street - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 8 min drive
  • The Hideout - 9 min drive
  • Beef & Brew - 9 min drive
  • Twisted Rail Brewing Company - 8 min drive
  • Water St Cafe - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in at Heron House: "A Lakeside Playground on the Shores of Seneca Lake"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heron House: "A Lakeside Playground on the Shores of Seneca Lake"?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heron House: "A Lakeside Playground on the Shores of Seneca Lake" located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Ventosa Vineyards and within 3 miles (5 km) of Rose Hill Mansion and Zugibe Vineyards. Three Brothers Wineries and Estates is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Karin D.

Don't Waste Your Money
You are paying for the views!! Plain and simple! The house itself needs a lot of cosmetic updates, from ripped screens, falling curtain rods, dirty, old windows, and a nasty smelling basement where the laundry room is located. The kitchen needs a complete cleanse, and ant service. The carpets are so dirty we could not walk around barefoot without having filthy feet. Getting to the mediocre beach area is quite nerve wracking because of the extremely steep metal stairs that are not shown in pictures. The gate to the stairs never stayed latched, and the children's play area was 5 feet away from a deadly fall. Not a child friendly vacation home. If i wasn't worrying about my child falling down the stairs, I was worried about him falling through the wooden slats on the deck. As far a the beach, it would have been decent if there weren't bottle caps, cigarette butts and a homemade bonfire remnants all over. Also, it would have been nice to have working steps on the end of the dock that were on the bottom of the lake during our stay, but nobody was sent to fix them after reporting the issue. We ended our vacation 2 days early :(

6/10 Okay

Jamie P., Brick,NJ

Liked: Check-in, communication
It’s a “okay” stay!
Stayed with family for the “it’s a wonderful life” festival. Nice location 15 mins from scenca falls. House slightly dirty, ants, mouse droppings. But to be expected that far in the country! Would recommend the festival!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Angela S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property review
Overall property was okay. Beautiful view! House needs some TLC. It leans toward the lake, beds too soft, better cleaning (spiders), house smells musty.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shellie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous sunsets!
Heron house offers gorgeous sunsets, beautiful mornings and lots of watery fun on a little beach. You’ll also enjoy walking on the country roads nearby and many other fresh air activities. The kitchen is big enough for many people to crowd into to make a communal meal. The yard is completely fenced so our dogs were able to stay confined and safe. We had a fabulous visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Heron House” was great! Well represented on the website. We enjoyed the incredible sunsets!
The Heron House was great! Well represented on the website. We will really miss the incredible sunsets every night!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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