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Walk to Lake! Home w/ Private Dock in Alpine

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A lakeside seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit.
A house with a deck, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a porch.
A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a colorful striped rug. There are large windows with a view of trees and a street.
A living room with a grey sectional sofa, two framed pictures on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.
A living room with two chairs, a television, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 8•2 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Alpine, NY
  • Place, Cayuta Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen International
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Great Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Walk to Lake! Home w/ Private Dock in Alpine

Wine & Dine Nearby | 10 Mi to Watkins Glen | Furnished Deck w/ Lake View
Book this pet-friendly Alpine vacation rental and escape to the heart of Finger Lakes Wine Country! Located on a half-acre property with access to trails and Cayuta Lake, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers stunning scenery and year-round outdoor adventures. Kayak, hike, visit wineries along Seneca Lake, or explore Watkins Glen and downtown Ithaca. Later, cook dinner on the grill and relax by the fire pits.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed- Bedroom 2: 1 bunk bed (twin/full) w/ 1 twin trundle bed- Great Room: 1 full futon- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa
OUTDOOR LIVING- Spacious private yard- Water & mountain views- Hiking & cross-country skiing trails on-site (no electric bikes)- Lake access, private dock- 3-person canoe, 2 single kayaks, 2 stand-up paddleboards- 1 adult bicycle, 4-6 life vests- 2 standard fire pits, 1 portable fire pit (bring your own wood)- Deck w/ dining areas & gas grill- Flower garden
INDOOR LIVING- Smart TV w/ Amazon Fire Stick- Great room w/ dining table & wood-burning fireplace- Whole-house air purifier, water filtration system - Board games, books
KITCHEN- Water cooler w/ spring water- Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave- Keurig & drip coffee makers (starter K-Cups provided)- Blender, Crockpot, toaster oven, electric kettle- Cooking basics, spices, dishware & flatware- Ice maker, trash bags/paper towels- Breakfast bar w/ seating
GENERAL-NEW Water filtration system installed- Central heating & A/C- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer- Free WiFi
FAQ- Quiet hours (after 11:00 PM)- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY- Single-story home, 16 exterior steps to enter- 2 bedrooms & 1 full bathroom on main level- Garage on lower level
PARKING- Garage (1 vehicle)- Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Peaceful location with on-site hiking, fishing, ice fishing, kayaking, canoeing & more- Lake access across the road- 10 miles to Watkins Glen State Park & Seneca Lake- 12 miles to Watkins Glen International & 15 miles to Buttermilk Falls State Park- 12-17 miles to wineries & breweries: Seneca Lodge Craft Brewing, Castel Grisch Winery, Two Goats Brewing, Silver Springs Winery, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards- 20 miles to Cornell University- 24 miles to Ithaca Tompkins International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking- Pet friendly w/ $250 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs and cats only, 2 pets max)- No events, parties, or large gatherings- No electric bikes on the hiking trails- Please be considerate of the neighbors- Additional fees and taxes may apply- Photo ID may be required upon check-in- Please observe quiet hours after 11:00 PM
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION- This single-story home requires 16 exterior steps to enter. All bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, the living area, and the kitchen are located on the main level. The garage is located on the lower level- Due to the home's well water, you may notice a natural sulfur odor from the water

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20126607
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 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 and a first aid kit
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

Alpine

Alpine is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watkins Glen State Park and Robert H. Treman State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International, or consider a night out at Two Goats Brewing. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Alpine, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuta Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 17 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 21 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Cornell University - 30 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chef's Gathering - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Last Chance Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Seabring Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mechanic's Club - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Lake! Home w/ Private Dock in Alpine pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to Lake! Home w/ Private Dock in Alpine?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Lake! Home w/ Private Dock in Alpine?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Lake! Home w/ Private Dock in Alpine?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Lake! Home w/ Private Dock in Alpine located?

Situated in Alpine, this holiday home is steps from Cayuta Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Cliff Falls and Montour Falls Historic District. Montour Falls Memorial Library and She-Qa-Ga Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Great weekend away :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saverio R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For the Price check in at 4 was a bit much since we lost most the day before we had to of to a wedding function then early echo out of 10am. Allot of money for less than 2 days. But the property was very mice and well maintained and we liked it very much.Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property! The house is lovely and we spent lots of time out on the lake on paddleboards and sitting by the fire pit. We also did a wine tour around Seneca Lake as well as a hike at Watkins Glen - both were close and easy to get to from the house. The owner was very responsive and helpful with a few questions we had before arriving. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michael Y.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
This property was not as advertised, in several significant ways and i will cover just few of them.The "second half bathroom" is in the basement, separated only by curtains — not what any reasonable guest would consider a functional bathroom. And while the home is advertised as "lakefront with private dock," it actually sits about 200 yards from the water, across a road with dock in between two other properties that are actually lakefront houses. "Near the lake" would be accurate; "lakefront" is not.The kitchen appears untouched for decades, and the cookware was so worn it was effectively unusable. The property was also not clean upon arrival.Communication with the owner was another disappointment. When we reported the cleanliness issues, the entire response was "I am sorry" — no offer to fix anything. When I mentioned the propane tank for the grill was empty, the owner suggested I go refill it myself.I've used VRBO many times, and this was by far my worst experience. I would not stay here again and cannot recommend this property. Guests should be aware that the listing does not accurately represent what they will find.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear your stay didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments about the basement half bath and will review the listing description to ensure it sets clear expectations for future guests. The property includes a private dock on the lake, but we'll consider adding additional details to better illustrate the property's lakefront setting. When you let us know the propane tank was empty, we apologized and offered to reimburse the cost of a tank exchange while we were out of town. We also appreciate you bringing the cleanliness concerns to our attention and will continue working with our cleaning team to help ensure the home is ready for every arrival.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice stay. The house is conveniently located on a nice lake and you can walk down the grassy hill to get to the waterfront. The outdoor patio space is pleasant and wooded. The bed is comfortable and the living space is as well. The water does have a sulfur odor but the water seemed clean. The host was very helpful and communicated clearly as we navigated questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

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

Great location, bright home!

Great location close to Watkins Glenn Park as well as a reasonable drive to the Corning glass museum. Beautiful view of the lake. A great outdoor deck area and multitiered outdoor areas that were fun for both my boys and our English Bulldog! It was a little too cold to take advantage of the paddle boards, kayaks and canoes, but a very cool amenity for warmer weather! Our host was very responsive and kind. The house met our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Thoughtful owners

The home is clean, well equipped and centrally located. We enjoyed using the kayak, paddle board in canoe. The AC kept us comfortable in high heat. Everything was clean. Visitors to the house should know that it is probably not friendly for those with young children or elderly. The bathtub was difficult for my husband with achey knees to get in and out of, and was not comfortable to stand in. They have a water cooler to get drinking water from but the water has an extremely strong sulfur smell. In the words of my teenager, “I feel like I’m showering in fart spray.” It is harmless but stinky. There is plenty of nice outdoor space but the entry deck has a massively warped deck with boards crooked and elevated. We were paying close attention as we walked but I tripped one evening on a section that I hadn’t noticed was warped, smashed my hand into the deck and spent my vacation with a swollen, bruised hand. I think this is an issue that should be addressed asap. I did not communicate this with the owner because there is no quick fix and I wanted to vacation, not track down someone to complain. Overall, we appreciated the cleanliness, thoughtful stocking of necessities, and central location to waterfalls, parks, Corning Glass Museum.
Dock and fire pit with rental
Havana Glen
Corning Museum
Let hworth
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Location
The location is perfect for exploring the finger lakes region! And our Lab loved swimming in the beautiful lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

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