Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen!

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A cozy cabin interior with a sofa, armchair, and a dining table.
A wooden deck with picnic tables and benches overlooking a lake.
A cozy cabin interior with a round leather sofa, a stone fireplace, wooden floors, and a kitchen area.
A small cabin with a porch, a flag, and a stone fire pit.
A wooden interior with a window overlooking a blue house, a metal ladder, and a green container.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

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Hector, NY

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
A peaceful retreat just off the Seneca Lake Wine Trail—close to 20+ wineries and Smith Park’s lakeside fun.

About the area

Hector

Located in Hector, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Scale House Brewery and Two Goats Brewing.
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Hector, NY

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Johnny's Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Classic Cafe - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Idol Ridge Winery & Alder Creek Distillery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seneca Lake and Penguin Bay Winery. Standing Stone Vineyards and Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location next to the lake. It was perfect for our group of 7.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2026
Thank you for your stay and your kind review! We're so glad the lakeside location was a great fit for your group and that you enjoyed your time at the home. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to the Finger Lakes soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and location

This was the first time at Seneca lake! We absolutely enjoyed the view, and the home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan, 2024
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for kids

We enjoyed our stay in the cabin! A bit of yard for the kids to run, a safe road, well-sized bedrooms, and well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Hi Meghan, Thank you for the 5 star rating! We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Place

Beautiful property located directly on Seneca Lake. Check-In process was simple and easy, air conditioning worked great and rooms were all incredibly comfortable. Owner lives close by and was able to answer questions about the area. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2025
Thank you for the 5-star review! We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful lakeside setting, comfortable accommodations, and smooth check-in. We’d love to host you again on your next trip to Seneca Lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vintage getaway

This was a perfectly pristine 70s vintage cottage with all the modern amenities. The view is perfect and worth a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Thank you for the 5 star rating! We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden paradise

Wonderful host and am looking forward to returning!! Definitely will recommend this location.. thank you for a treasured memory
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are thrilled to hear you are already planning another stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake House

Perfect location for a lot of great wineries and breweries! Perfect place to come back to at the end of the day, sit on the large deck and enjoy the sunset over the lake. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the 5 star rating! We are thrilled to see that you had a wonderful stay and we are happy to hear that you plan on staying again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seneca sunsets

A great family getaway, with something for everyone - water fun, winery visits, museum stops, just hanging on the amazing deck, firepit storytelling and sunsets. Clean rooms, comfy seating, and a kitchen with everything necessary to make group meals. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. We are extremely gratified to see that you enjoyed a wonderful stay with us! Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Weekend at Knotty and Nice

Four adults were very comfortable at Knotty and Nice, where we particularly enjoyed the deck and lake views. VRBO was extremely helpful to me when the property's management company caused confusion (confusing forms; contradictory info from different employees) during the reservation process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. We will use your feedback to improve the experience for future guests at this rental. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic with a fantastic view

We were very happy with the property. It is older but clean. No water cooler as pictured and no dishwasher, although we were given dishwasher tabs???? Other than that, fire pit was great, access to water no stairs - beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2023
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fingerlakes Girls Getaway

This is our 3rd year coming to the Fingerlakes for our annual girls trip and it did not disappoint! This was the closest we have been to our favorite winery and everything was only a couple minute drive to other establishments. The groundsmen was there to say hello and greet us and was super hospitable! The view was gorgeous and it was so nice to sit out on the deck. The only issue we had was the ants. Normally I am not bothered by bugs knowing we are in a lake setting and in a house with tons of wood floors, beams and walls, but the ants were pretty bad. I woke up to a few dead in my bed. And others had issues in their rooms also but just with bugs. Besides that it was a wonderful stay and clean and would come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Hi Nicole, Thank you for taking the time to rate your stay with us! We are glad that you had a great experience despite the bug issue and we hope you come back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the stay was great. The hosts, the home and location. We enjoyed our time in this lake house and will definitely return in the future when visiting the Finger Lakes with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2026
Thank you for your 5-star review! We're so happy to hear that everything about your stay—from the home and its location to your experience with our team—met your expectations. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Finger Lakes on your next trip with friends and family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
Thank you, Gale! We're so glad you had a 5-star stay. We hope to welcome you back to the Finger Lakes again soon!
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