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Sandy Beach Haven - Modern Canandaigua Lake House

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining tables and treehouse
End of our dock with easy stairs leading into the water
Dining
Living area
Older photo of outdoors. Since this was taken, the patio was replaced and a new outdoor kitchen was added.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 153174 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Canandaigua, NY
  • Place, CMAC Performing Arts Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lakes Community College
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Kershaw Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Carriage House Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

First Floor Master Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Master Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sandy Beach Haven - Modern Canandaigua Lake House

Sandy Beach Haven is lakefront family vacation home nestled in the best part of Canandaigua Lake, one of the most beautiful lakes in the Finger Lakes. With a level yard right on the water and a westward sunset view, this premium property is now available for short-term rentals for the first time.

Recently renovated and newly furnished in a comfortable modern lake house style, Sandy Beach Haven is ideal for discerning vacationers and can accommodate 1, 2, or 3 families at once:
- 2 Physical Structures: 1 main house on the water, plus a furnished carriage house across a private drive 20 feet away. Large enough for privacy.
- 8 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms plus 1 loft in main house, and 2 bedrooms in the carriage house. A total of 10 beds for up to 15 people: 3 kings, 2 queens, 2 fulls, and 3 twins. (Note that some of these are bunkbeds or in the loft, which requires use of stairs.)
- 5 Full Bathrooms: 4 in main house, 1 in the carriage house. Each master suite in the main house has its own full bathroom.

Features include:
- Beautiful Canandaigua Lake: In the heart of the finger lakes and the perfect launchpad for winery, brewery, and craft distillery tours in the area. Minutes from the family-fun north end of the lake with restaurants, ice cream, and more.
- Walking Distance to CMAC: The Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center is less than 1/2 mile away if you want to catch a show.
- Kayaks Included: Feel free to use our two kayaks if you feel safe doing so (adults only, please), or bring your own kayaks or canoes and carry them right into the water from the yard.
- BYO Boat, or Rent a Boat: Email us for a referral to a boat rental business, and they'll drop it off at your own private dock. Or bring your own boat and use our lift (v-hull or pontoon; up to 5,000 lbs, 24' long, 120" wide)
- Treehouse for the Kids: If you plan to visit with your school-age children, they'll love the little treehouse in the backyard, complete with swing.
- Fully Air Conditioned and Heated: Four-season home ready for use any time of year. Newer forced air A/C keeps everyone comfortable, and natural gas fireplaces and baseboard heat keep you cozy in the winter.
- Flat Screen TVs Roku: Two 55" and two 50" wall-mounted flat-screen televisions with built-in Roku. You can log into your own video streaming accounts if you prefer.
- High Speed WiFi - High speed broadband internet running on a local mesh network for WiFi access throughout with 100 megabits per second of bandwidth.
- Washer and Dryer Included - Got dirt? Leave with suitcases of clean clothes instead of dirty laundry.
- Loft with Reading Nook - Kids and adults alike will enjoy the full size bed, bean bag chair, and library of books and games up in the elevated loft within the first floor master suite.
- Newer, Quality Furnishings - Purchased, renovated, and recently furnished. We didn't cut any corners. This is where we vacation ourselves, so you'll find the best quality throughout - granite counters, hardwood floors, comfortable but modern furniture, high quality bedding and pillows, and more.
- Outside is the Best Side - A fire pit, outdoor furniture, and new (2019) outdoor kitchen with outdoor refrigerator, sink, and natural gas grill. Everything you could want right outside your door.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
Property Registration Number 2024-132

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Canandaigua

Located in Canandaigua, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ontario County Historical Society and Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Naked Dove Brewing Company and Heron Hill Winery Tasting Room at Bristol.
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Canandaigua, NY

What's nearby

  • CMAC Performing Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Finger Lakes Community College - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Kershaw Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Roseland Waterpark - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park - 7 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Beach Haven - Modern Canandaigua Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sandy Beach Haven - Modern Canandaigua Lake House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Beach Haven - Modern Canandaigua Lake House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Beach Haven - Modern Canandaigua Lake House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Beach Haven - Modern Canandaigua Lake House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Canandaigua Lake, Finger Lakes Community College and CMAC Performing Arts Center. Kershaw Park and Roseland Waterpark are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alida G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed being on the lake. The children enjoyed the tree house. The location was very convenient to shopping, restaurants, etc. I highly recommend this house and carriage house for extended families
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this house. The two master suites were awesome. Great views and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay! Each room was clean, well equipped with everything we needed, from the 2 kitchens, the ease of checkin, responsive hosts, and the house was gorgeous! With a large dock, kayaks, a boat lift for overnight storage. Plenty of parking! Clean and super nice. It was perfect for our family reunion!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Canandaigua- Sandy Beach

Great family location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H.

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

Great week

Beautiful location. property was everything we needed for a fun and relaxing stay. Property managers were very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

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

A great family Thanksgiving!

The cold weather didn't detract from our family's having a wonderful Thanksgiving at Sandy Beach Haven. The place was clean, cozy and conveniently located. Ten of us ate, played games, watched some TV while sitting by a warm fire and looking out at the beautiful lake. Hosts were very responsive to our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne p.

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

Memorial Day weekend

We love this home. This is our second stay here. Water access is easy and love the fire pit with chairs in the mornings. Close to grocery stores and shopping and breweries.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly S.

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

Nice house

This house (2 houses with a carriage house) is spacious and can fit a lot of people. It is a level lakefront but has very close neighbors (very quiet though). It has a nice location close to Wegmans, CMAC, and a great road for walks and runs. It also has a nice dock with steps and boat lifts. The pantry/laundry is huge with great storage, and there’s an extra outdoor fridge in the very nice outdoor kitchen. I do think all the bathrooms need renovation, which was not easily noticed from the pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

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

A wonderful retreat

Sandy Beach Haven was the perfect weekend retreat. Snow in the air, two fireplaces to keep the house warm, and tons of windows overlooking the lake made for the perfect weekend to cook, to eat, to read, and to relax and be with family. The property manager was always available by phone or text - helpful, but never intrusive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia J.

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

Lake Weekend

We had a great time at the lake. The house was perfect as we prepared for my daughter’s wedding. Great communication with the house manager Lori. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN P.

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

Great family vacation

The property is as advertised. Clean and spacious. The dock is great with stairs to the water. Water is about 4 feet which made it very kid friendly. The floating platform off the dock made a great spot to play or just relax. We rented a pontoon boat for the day and the boat hoist made it very easy to dock the boat. Great property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

nancy t.

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

Dream vacation property

Thank you for sharing your wonderful home. You were so thoughtful to include an Easter basket of goodies for the kids and bottle of wine for the adults! They had a blast with the activities included in the basket after winding down from a day of kayaking in the gorgeous lake. Your home was so clean, with a well supplied kitchen. We all thoroughly enjoyed the comforts of the spacious rooms, many bathrooms, so much that the kids are already asking to come back next year. You were so quick to respond to our texts and questions and provided everything we need for an amazing vacation. Thank you for lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What makes this place spectacular is the layout and design of the home. There are plenty of special places to sit and get cozy. The planned spaces accommodate both private and communal activities. The beautiful water view and fireplace grace the large living room, kitchen, and dining room, as well as some bedrooms. The house is tastefully decorated and looks like the photos. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay. The property easily accommodated the 13 members of my family. We used the gas grill and ate several meals at the large outdoor table. The well furnished kitchen made meal prep easy with plenty of seats for dining. The location was great - stores and restaurants just minutes away. We also made great use of the kayaks and floaties and outdoor firepit watching the sun set in the western sky.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice spot and I thought it was a solid value. We saw some other, incredible houses on Canandaigua lake we wanted to book, everything looked perfect but when we saw the total price at check out, we said no way; way overpriced. But we found THIS place had it all: Enough room, nice interior, great view, nice outdoor space with a dock to park a boat, AND a fair price! Therefore, we will save this spot to check first for another rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

debbie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home right on the water. The location is great, only a couple minutes from town. We had a wonderful time. The house was clean, comfortable and well supplied. Morgan was our contact and readily available for any questions we had. We loved the space inside and outdoors and hope to be back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay. The location was convenient and perfect for spending time with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Lake House Vacation

ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING we all hoped and dreamed for in a Lakehouse vacation experience!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 10 STARS!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, house was exactly what we hoped and we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton S.

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

Great place to stay in Canandaigua!

Perfect for our large family group of 14
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen l.

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

Tons of room!

Awesome house!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Perfect location

We are a group of women, friends since college. This house was perfect for the 10 of us. Lots of room, beautiful setting. The property manager was very helpful both before and during out stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Awesome

Great property! This is our second year at the property and its terrific. Sleeps a bunch and very close to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth S.

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

Practically Perfect

We were 4 families ages 6 months to 71 years. Grandparents stayed in 1st floor Master. Beautiful room, small bathroom, very soft bed but we were fine. Upstairs master was beautiful ; had its own air conditioning as did the 1st floor master. Other bedrooms were very warm as there’s no air in them. Table fans in those rooms would have been a good idea. Bunk beds were very squeaky so only the bottom was used. The other bunk bed top bunk was much too close to the ceiling so couldn’t use that either. Luckily we had a few people that didn’t stay the whole week or we wouldn’t have had enough beds. Kitchen and living area are beautiful. Plenty of seating for meals and watching tv. One of the families stayed in the carriage house. The king bed was so hard that my son had to sleep on the couch. Kitchen was in need of plates and glasses. It could also use a table and chairs for small children to eat breakfast. They all managed other than those items. We all ate together in the main house or outside on the awesome table and chairs. We spent most of our time outside on the dock and the shaded yard. The tree house was a big hit for the 7 year old. We brought our ski boat which docked beautifully on the boat lift. The house is located very close to Walmart and Wegmans. The best part was spending a whole week with the family in a fantastic setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Awesome Place

We are repeat renters for a reason!! Great place! Clean, sleeps a bunch, easy walk to the north end, beautiful waterfront and super friendly neighbors. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Valentine

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Why they chose this property

When this property came on the market, we jumped at the chance to own it. Since it's construction, it was always owner-occupied, and they took loving care - including upgrades such as a new first-floor master suite with loft and a modern, granite kitchen. But most of all, we love this property because it has a family-friendly level lakefront lot, easy for everyone in the family to enjoy, and the most spectacular sunsets you can imagine. We didn't cheap out on furnishings, either. We hired a professional design team and gave them license to buy beautiful, comfortable, and modern pieces that you'd be more likely to see in a magazine or your own home than in a rental property. That's because this isn't just a rental property - it's our own vacation home.

What makes this property unique

Most vacation homes are set up for renters - the cheapest/used/garage sale items possible. We did the opposite. Think: Riedel wine glasses, brand new Keurigs, a blender that makes frozen drinks, high quality cookware, a chef's knife block. The sheets are high thread count. The mattresses don't sag. The pillows are new. The entire home has forced-air air conditioning. We bought two kayaks, a new fire pit, and a new patio and outdoor kitchen were installed in June 2019. This won't feel like any other rental because it isn't any other rental.

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