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Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen

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Terrace/patio
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Horseheads, NY
  • Place, Mark Twain State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Village
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen

Finger Lakes Fishing Cabin | Private Trout Pond | Near Watkins Glen

Escape to a peaceful Finger Lakes vacation rental where a private trout pond, quiet woodland setting, and the outdoor beauty of Upstate New York create the perfect getaway. The Pump House at Galusha Farm sits minutes from Seneca Lake trout fishing, Watkins Glen State Park waterfalls, and the renowned Finger Lakes Wine Trail, offering guests a rare combination of fishing adventure, wine-country exploration, and relaxed countryside living.
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Trout Water at Your Doorstep

The Kind of Fishing Getaway Anglers Dream About
At the center of the property is a private half-acre trout pond, where guests can enjoy quiet morning casts or simply relax beside the water. The surrounding landscape of fields and forest creates a calm setting rarely found in a typical Finger Lakes stay.
For anglers looking to explore beyond the pond, the Pump House also places you close to some of the region’s best trout waters.
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Cast Into Finger Lakes Trout Country

• Seneca Lake trout and salmon fishing
• Catherine Creek – one of New York’s most famous trout streams
• Tributaries feeding Seneca Lake
• Shore fishing access points around the lake
• Local fly fishing guides and charter boats
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Wine Trail Weekends

Where Fishing Trips Meet Finger Lakes Wine Country
Just a short drive from the Pump House, the hills surrounding Seneca Lake are home to one of the most celebrated wine regions in the Northeast.
Spend the afternoon touring vineyards, enjoying tastings with lake views, and discovering why the Finger Lakes wine trails are among the most popular travel experiences in New York.
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Nearby Destinations Worth Exploring

• Watkins Glen State Park gorge and waterfalls
• Seneca Lake Wine Trail (East and West routes)
• Watkins Glen International NASCAR road course
• Corning Museum of Glass
• Ithaca waterfalls and universities
• Scenic drives through Finger Lakes farmland
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The Pump House Amenities

• Two bedrooms with comfortable queen beds
• Full bathroom with walk-in shower
• Efficiency kitchen with refrigerator and microwave
• Heat and air conditioning
• Large deck overlooking the trout pond
• Outdoor cooking area with propane grill (propane included)
• Private half-acre trout pond
• Woodland and countryside views
• Hiking trails across the 90-acre property
• Wildlife and bird watching opportunities
• Quiet rural setting ideal for relaxation
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Experiences Guests Come For

The Best of the Finger Lakes
• Trout fishing on the private pond
• Fly fishing nearby streams
• Seneca Lake fishing excursions
• Winery tours and tastings
• Hiking waterfall trails at Watkins Glen
• Wildlife viewing and photography
• Relaxing evenings beside the water

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Why Guests Love Staying Here
The Pump House offers something rare in the Finger Lakes: a peaceful countryside retreat where trout fishing, wine touring, and outdoor adventure all come together in one place. Guests often start the morning fishing, spend the afternoon visiting wineries along Seneca Lake, and return in the evening to watch the sunset over the pond.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

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This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Millport

Located in Millport, this cabin is in a rural area. Watkins Glen State Park and Mark Twain State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include International Motor Racing Research Center and Eldridge Park. Wings of Eagles Discovery Center and Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Horseheads, NY

What's nearby

  • Mark Twain State Park - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Bethany Village - 11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Eagle Cliff Falls - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 16 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 17 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Chemung County Transportation Center - 23 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Horseheads Brewing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Last Chance Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mechanic's Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Latitude 42 Taphouse - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen?

As of 13 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen on 24 May, 2026 start from S$352, 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 Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Trout Pond Retreat. Near Seneca Lake Wine Trails & Watkins Glen located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mark Twain State Park, Montour Falls Historic District and Eagle Cliff Falls. Bethany Village and Cayuta Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Coleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect week of fun and relaxation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, serene spot for a home base for our finger lakes adventures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing quiet & relaxing stay at this property in the rural Finger Lakes region of New York state. Great hosts made for a memorable stay for peace and relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Y.

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

Great getaway for some hiking, wine and museums.

This property was quaint and peaceful. Close to all points of interest and far enough to be quiet and a great spot to unplug.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great cabin outside Watkin’s Glen

Lovely cabin to get away from it all! Located close to the town of Watkin’s Glen. Great trails in the woods right on the property. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scoyy C.

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

Loved it !

Quite and peaceful place to stay. Not sure who enjoyed it more, us or our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen H.

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

Relaxing stay

Everything was super - cabin was charming, comfortable, peaceful and just what we needed! Our golden retriever came with us and the yard and trails nearby were perfect for her and us. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Great getaway

Perfect cabin for a get away in the finger lake region! Plenty of outdoor space for the dog. The owners were very accommodating then entire trip
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

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

Weekend away

Our stay at Beth and Chris’s pump house was excellent! We were able to bring our golden retriever who loved all of the trails located on the property. The property was very close to everything we wanted to visit while in the Finger Lakes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A.

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

Awesome Dog Friendly Property

I cannot say enough good things about our stay. Our dogs were in heaven and loved running through the fields. The Pump House is perfect if you want to relax. You can sit on the deck and enjoy the peace.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Perfect way to celebrate our 1st Wedding Anniversary

This was just enough “camping” for us! We had an amazing time in the area, hiking to waterfalls, exploring the vineyards and breweries and enjoying fires at the property! The outdoor cooking area was great! We’d love to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

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

Away from it all… but not too far

Great little place in the country, but reasonably close to restaurants, wineries, breweries, etc. The hosts were great. I have never been to a more dog-friendly location than the finger lakes. Good time. 👍
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Kienan D.

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

Great location!

The cabin and surrounding property was very nice. The floors could have been a bit cleaner, we brought our pup along with us and he found all sorts of things underneath the beds. The water had a unique smell to it. The location and amenities provided definitely outweighed the cons. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy m.

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

Tranquility

A beautiful place with everything you need! Beth and Chris were only a text away if we needed anything! Close to Watkins Glen and the Corning Museum then return to the cabin for a quiet campfire. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jamie S.

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

loved our stay at the tiny cabin!

wonderful stay. we really enjoyed the evenings by the firepit, hearing the frogs in the pond, stargazing from the deck. Great location to access all that the local area has to offer. Easy to get to the town of Watkins Glen, and access the Seneca Lake wine trail. We also explored Keuka Lake, the wine trail, and the adorable town of Hammondsport. The hiking & exploration on the property were highlights of our stay. Hosts were quick to communicate and provided lots of great recommendations for the local area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Perfect little pumphouse

We really enjoyed our stay at the pump house. It's 15-20 minutes away from just about everything in the Watkins Glen area. We explored the area by day, and came back to the pump house and had relaxing evenings by the fire at night. The house looks small from the outside, but is really spacious on the inside. A perfect little weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

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

Very nice experience

We enjoyed our stay quite a bit since it offered the experience of staying in a cabin in a rural setting with plenty of land and woods around you while being conveniently located about 8 miles from Watkins Glen and Seneca Lake making it very easy to explore the finger lakes region. It was nice to come back to a peaceful setting each day and wake up to the same setting before heading out each day to explore the region. The Pump House cabin is very nice and has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoff W.

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

Peace

Quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Briana M.

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

A dream!

We had the most amazing time at the Pump House! The house was clean, up to date, and beautiful. The property was an absolute dream. Our dogs thoroughly enjoyed the trails, fields, and ponds on the property and we enjoyed watching the deer and fox in the morning. The hosts were very warm, welcoming, and helpful. Thank you so much Beth and Chris! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Janet H.

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

Pump House Nature Retreat

The Pump House was the perfect choice for my R&R getaway. The property is beautiful, trails to hike & beautiful decks to enjoy the surroundings. There is also a variety of grills to suit your cooking needs. I was pleased to find a dog run. I clipped my dog Trek to the run & he enjoyed wandering where he liked without me worrying about him. The bed was the most comfortable I have ever slept on. Great location & hosts. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway put this charming cottage on your list.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a fantastic stay, it was so relaxing and the most stress free for my senior dog who could sit on the deck, roam and smell all the smells while we watched the birds and leisurely took in some R&R. It was the perfect location to launch for our waterfall chasing with so many nearby and one even on one of the farm’s trails. The beds were so comfortable, and they’ve got all kinds of extras in the pump house too-the binoculars came in handy, I saw an oriole, bluebirds, three kinds of woodpeckers…with bird book as well. If you are traveling with a dog and looking for some good quiet country living, Beth and Chris have you covered in the Pump House!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ashlie k.

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

Clean, comfortable, private getaway for exploring finger lakes

We loved the pump house and being able to explore the trails, creeks, and overlook during our downtime. Everywhere we looked was abound with butterflies, birds, and wildflowers, frogs and salamanders near the pond/creek (late August). Chris and Beth are attentive and friendly hosts who truly enjoy having others have experience their family property. Well appointed cabin with everything we needed. Quiet location off the beaten path yet easy to access lake attractions. Perfect for getting outdoors and into nature, our boys and dog especially loved it! No TV or wifi was a huge PLUS! Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Javier C.

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

Beautiful place!

Thank you for allowing us to have my son's bbq birthday party on Saturday April 29th there. It was a success! The boys from Cornell had a great time. They also enjoyed the campfire, eating smores and roasting marshmallows. My wife and I enjoyed our stay. We have relaxed and enjoyed nature. Not even the rain was an impediment to cooking outdoors. I moved the gas stove under my canopy tent and everything was perfect! The one who enjoyed the most was our lovely dog Cosmo. He was in paradise and he felt like the happiest dog in the world. It has been a relaxing weekend away from all the hustle and bustle of the city. Thank you Chris and Beth! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

sia y.

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

Amazing property!

My family and I fell in love with the Pumphouse the moment we stepped inside. It really exceeded our expectations. We did not check in until 9pm so when we woke up the next morning we were in awe of the beautiful property surrounding the house. The Pumphouse is fully equipped and met all of our needs. My oldest son wanted to just stay in the house all weekend to relax because it was so comfortable, quiet, and peaceful (colllege student and worked all summer long). Plenty of things to do within driving distance. And a plus, the host was quick to respond and kept in contact throughout our planning, travel, and stay. Would stay again and definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trani Jo W.

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

Pump House in the Country

What a great way to spend some time in a cabin in the woods. The house was everything we saw in pictures, but so much more in person. Even though we cooked almost every meal at the cabin, we enjoyed it immensely with the outdoor bbq, grill and burners. There's a decent sized refrigerator in the house, with a small freezer, and the extra coolers outside were enough to keep a family of 4 with a pup in full supply of cold food and beverages. The property was spectacular. We had the best day of our vacation in the streams and waterfalls in "our backyard" . We were so grateful to be able to bring our dog, Riley, too! So. Much. To. Sniff! She had a blast! Campfires every night under the stars, full moon and Jupiter! Our hosts were so gracious and accommodating. I wish we got to talk more about the history of the property and surrounding areas. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

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