Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2432 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Hector, NY

Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
‪5 min drive‬
Watkins Glen State Park
‪18 min drive‬
Glenora Wine Cellars
‪28 min drive‬
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bedroom queen bed

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Escape to the tranquil beauty of our Cozy Cabin on Seneca, perfectly nestled near Seneca Lake. This serene retreat features a covered deck, ideal for relaxing while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you'll find a full kitchen equipped with all the essentials, a comfortable Queen bedroom, and full bathroom. The cabin is furnished with towels, kitchen supplies, and modern conveniences including A/C, a smart TV, Wi-Fi, and an electric fireplace to enhance your comfort.

Located in a quiet area, the cabin is just about a mile from Smith Park, where you can enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing. Explore nearby local wineries on Seneca Lake, craft breweries, and distilleries, all within 3-5 miles. Major attractions like the Watkins Glen International Raceway and Watkins Glen State Park are only a 20-minute drive, while Cornell University and Ithaca Colleges are 30 minutes away.

Adjacent to Butternut Camp is its sister property, Christine's Cabin, offering even more space for larger gatherings or extended family vacations.

Please note: The property is closed from November through March. Adults Only.

Book your stay at this idyllic retreat and immerse yourself in the charm of Seneca Lake!

Property manager

Henry and Susan Rocholl - 5497 Peach Orchard PT - Hector, New York 14841

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

May smoke on porch or in yard

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

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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hector

Located in Hector, this cabin is in a rural area. Bloomer Creek Vineyard and Red Newt Cellars Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watkins Glen State Park and Lodi Point State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

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Hector, NY

What's nearby

Hector Wine Company - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Atwater Estate Vineyards - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Watkins Glen State Park - 18 min drive - 16.4 km
Glenora Wine Cellars - 28 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪Glenora Wine Cellars - ‬28 min drive
‪Classic Cafe - ‬35 min drive
‪Scale House Brewery - ‬6 min drive
‪Toni's Diner - ‬4 min drive
‪Grist Iron Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bloomer Creek Vineyard, Red Newt Cellars Winery and Hector Wine Company. Ryan William Vineyard and Leidenfrost Vineyards are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

30 Apr, 2025

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

Great Stay

We had a lovely long weekend stay. The cabin is exactly as advertised. Would stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

26 Oct, 2024

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

Beautiful Spot

This adorable little cabin is in a nice quiet spot not too far from everything. One night we heard a screech owl!! We truly enjoyed our stay. So comfortable with everything you need. We would definitely stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

21 Aug, 2024

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

Loved our stay here!

Clean, cozy, comfortable! Close to so many great places. Hosts were lovely, always available if needed and with many great suggestions for places to go and things to do. We will be back!

Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric L.

28 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weeklong stay

We spent a week at Butternut Camp in Hector near Seneca Lake. Henry, one of the owners, was very nice and friendly during our stay. The place was very clean and well supplied including some ground coffee and cream in the refrigerator. Hector is a great home base for Watkins Glen, hiking trails and tons of wineries and breweries. There is a small view of Seneca Lake from the porch but there is no direct access in the neighborhood. It is nice to walk around the neighborhood. You will need to go to Smith Point Park to get public access which is just a few minutes away. The covered porch had a lovely table, chairs, and rocking chairs for us enjoy. The description of the VRBO listing indicates that it is a “Cozy - Cedar cabin with covered deck”. Cozy means very small and it is not a cabin, but actually a mobile home which was not mentioned in the description. The bedroom is very small with only enough room for the width of the night tables on either side of the queen sized bed with very little room at the end of the bed. The outside of the home, on the back and the sides had equipment, and debris including wood and piles of small rocks near the fire pit.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

12 Jul, 2024

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

Great little cabin

The Butternut cabin was a great home base for us to explore the hiking and fishing that the Finger Lakes has to offer. It had everything we needed: A/C, comfy bed, coffee :). Recommend Watkins Glen if you like waterfalls. Have breakfast at Toni's Diner and dinner at Stonecat Cafe, you won't be disappointed!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shana L.

25 Jun, 2024

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

Convenient Location to Beach and Watkins Glen

I was in town for a quiet weekend away and I got just that. This cabin is easy to get to, very close to Smith Memorial Park to actually get in Lake Seneca on a hot day, and convenient to wineries (if that's your main reason for being in the Finger Lakes). Check in was quick and easy. AC was nice and cool and speedy - cooled the place down so quickly. The bed was very soft and comfy. The only issue I had was the internet kept going down, especially if I had multiple devices connected. I wasn't there to watch much TV but that was when I really noticed it being slow, or kicking me off. The provided sugar, coffee and fresh half/half was a nice touch.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

27 May, 2024

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

Will definitely stay again.

Very nice property. Conveniently located to wineries. Owners very nice and accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

17 May, 2024

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

Anniversary getaway

Perfect property for a quiet relaxing getaway.. the cabin is very clean..cozy and equipped with everything you need.. Thank you Henry and Sue for your hospitality.. can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

20 Oct, 2023

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

Annual Fall Trip

This was our 3rd stay at Butternut Camp.. perfect cozy cottage for two people.. our hosts Sue and Henry have it all set up with everything you need for a relaxing stay!! Already looking forward to our next visit.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen N.

9 Oct, 2023

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

Peaceful

Butternut Camp was perfect for the two of us. It had all the amenities we needed. Loved sitting on the porch and enjoying the quiet. Easily accessible to the activities on Seneca Lake.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edgar O.

28 Aug, 2023

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

Nice cabin

After we were able to locate it, by asking a neighbor, we moved in for the weekend. We were attending the Pickin`in the Pasture Bluegrass Festival up in Lodi, so we were only there at night. Bed was comfortable, although room was barely big enough for the bed, but kitchen and living area very livable. Bathroom, however, was small and cramped. We lovingly called it a Hobbit House. We overall liked it and will probably return for next year's Festival

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

21 Aug, 2023

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

Wonderful place to stay

Sue and Henry have the cutest cabin. This is our second year staying here and highly recommend it. They are wonderful hosts.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

15 Aug, 2023

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

Great Location on Peach Orchard Point!

Sue and Henry were wonderful hosts! The property offered a great location with everything you could want. A family could stay comfortably with full size sleep sofa, loft and the bedroom. the kitchen was well assorted if you wanted to cook or grill. Great porch with outdoor dining, and fire pit is also available, although we didn't use it. Wonderful Finger Lakes location near many wineries, close to Ithaca. I would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin R.

20 Jul, 2023

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

Incredibly Relaxing and Beautiful

The cabin itself and the property was an oasis in itself. Amenities made us comfortable while enjoying the nature. Visited close by breweries and vineyards; hiked in Watkins Glen. Everything was a short drive and easily accessible. Would come again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morris A.

8 Jul, 2023

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

Perfect Place to Sleep and Unwind

We enjoyed our time at the lake. As others have noted, the surroundings are a bit cluttered with the barn. However, all of one’s needs are evident in the tiny cabin—it enabled us to spend 5 wonderful days in the Finger Lakes region with little worry about anything related to accommodations. Thank you

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

26 Jun, 2023

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

Finger lakes/Watkins glen

Great quiet place close to Watkins Glen and Damiani winery, excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

10 Jun, 2023

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

Hector on the Point

A cozy cottage with everything we needed to feel at home and relax! Very clean, nice fire pit, and good place to walk around. Very close to wineries and breweries! Sue and Henry are fantastic hosts - we will definitely come again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Terry S.

1 Jun, 2023

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

Mrs terry stanish

We enjoy the stay in the cabin. The cabin is not to far from the attractions.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

7 Nov, 2022

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

Beautifull getaway

Was a wonderfull little place perfect for the wife mostly quiet and cozy. Perfect if your gunna do a wine tasting tour or explore the many brewery in the area. Some things to note the door way is camper sized (I'm a pretty big guy) the location isn't bad but there is allot of traffic. And the storage shed that blocks allot of the view is frequented daily while we were there. It's a non issue for most but as a Corrections officer I was doing my best to avoid people on my vacation. All said and done I would absolutely go back and will be much more happy knowing the area and what to expect better my review may be critical but I truly loved and enjoyed my time.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

26 Oct, 2022

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

10/14 - 10/21

Butternut camp is by far one of the best places we’ve stayed on our twice a year trips to the finger lakes! The location is perfect, and the cozy cabin is absolutely adorable! Very comfortable for two and immaculate! It was a pleasure meeting and talking with Henry, our host! I can honestly say we have found our “ go to” place to stay for our future trips! Thank you Sue and Henry for sharing your beautiful home with us. We will most definitely be back. Jim and Julie S.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda f.

25 Oct, 2022

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

Great Weekend Getaway

This was our first trip to the Finger Lakes and we lucked out on finding this gem! Perfect location for Watkins Glen State Park Hiking and hitting the wine trail. The place was cozy and comfortable. Very clean. The extra touches of the wood trim and fireplace made it feel like a warm log cabin. This was absolutely beautiful time of the year to come-the hiking, the beauty of the trees, and the lake just amazing. Sue and Henry are great hosts. Henry met us after we arrived and was friendly and helpful in recommending places in the area. Would definitely come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

26 Sept, 2022

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

Cozy wine weekend

This was the perfect property for our weekend touring the wineries. Hospitality was wonderful, cabin was clean, comfortable and cozy, even nicer in person than the photos. Private area for fire at night and nice electric fireplace inside to snuggle up and take the chill off, loved the porch for dinners and morning coffee. Nice homes/camps in the surrounding area, serene sounds at the creek nearby, enjoyed watching a beautiful bald eagle fly overhead! Will definitely return in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M., Tucson, AZ

19 Sept, 2022

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

Wonderful Property

This property is just charming and so cozy! It is in excellent condition, clean and everything was working. It is stocked with everything I needed. They provided coffee, creamer, butter which was a nice touch. The porch is wonderful to sit on and enjoy the beautiful scenery and the wonderful sounds of nature. Communication was excellent. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlene D.

4 Sept, 2022

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

Butternut Camp is the perfect weekend getaway

My husband and I are repeat guests of Butternut Camp. It was perfect for our three night long weekend in the FLX region. the large covered porch was perfect at night to sit, sip wine and listen to nature. It is in a perfect location to be near great wineries, restaurants, the lake, Smith Memorial Park, and only minutes from Watkins Glen. We got to meet Henry when we checked in this time. What a nice friendly man. The house was spic and span clean. Decorated with woodsy decor. We will definitely look into booking again for another trip up the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

2 Sept, 2022

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

Seneca lake getaway

Newer clean cabin, perfect for 2 adults.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Henry and Susan Rocholl - 5497 Peach Orchard PT - Hector, New York 14841

Lived in the area for years - raised our children here . , Mr - served in Navy, owned a delicatessen, raised beef cows, with Mrs rental properties, B&B retired state worker(Mental Health ) Mrs - RN - We enjoy meeting people !