Heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail

Conveniently located in Hector, NY, on the east side of Seneca Lake. This renovated farmhouse cottage is bordered by vineyards owned by Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards. During warmer months, enjoy a glass of wine sitting on the large back deck while surrounded by grapevines. In the evenings, enjoy a relaxing evening on the deck around our gas-powered fire pit. The wrap-around front porch provides cool shade and a wonderful breeze for hotter days. For winter rentals, the house is fully insulated and heated by a gas furnace, with an electric fireplace for ambiance and a cozy winter stay.

Inside, you'll find hardwood floors throughout the dining and living rooms, a kitchen with a gas range, microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator with in-the-door ice and water. A few steps down from the kitchen is a cozy sunroom - perfect for morning coffee! The large full bathroom includes a washer and dryer for our guests' convenience. The second floor features two bedrooms with an incredible view of the vineyards and Seneca Lake from the master bedroom.

Hector Vineyard Cottage sleeps up to six persons – two in each bedroom, and two on the living room futon (with a queen-size mattress). Bedrooms feature two twin beds that can be arranged as separate twins or put together as a king-size bed with a comfy king-size mattress pad - just let us know which arrangement you prefer!

Other amenities: linens and towels provided. Pack and Play portable playard available. Charcoal grill (don't forget your charcoal), dishwasher, microwave, 12-cup coffeemaker and Keurig, toaster, ironing board and iron, hair dryer. Basic paper products supplied. Basic TV service, smart tv, free wifi, and excellent cell coverage area.

Sawmill Creek Estates (formerly Hector Wine Company) is just across Route 414 – perfect for walking over to enjoy their weekend live music and a glass of wine on their patio. Be sure to check out their artisanal marketplace for fresh, local foods, including meats, cheeses, veggies, fresh breads, and more!

Some of Seneca Lake’s best-known wineries and restaurants are all within less than five miles from the cottage, including Wagner Vineyards & the Ginny Lee Cafe, Scale House Brewery, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, Leidenfrost Vineyards, Stonecat Cafe, Red Newt Wine Cellars & Bistro, Damiani Wine Cellars, Atwater Vineyards, Two Goats Brewing, and Finger Lakes Distilling. Enjoy wine tasting, live music and other “off-hour” events hosted by the wineries and restaurants.

Although we do not have lake access, Smith Memorial Park is just 1.5 miles away with a public boat launch, swimming beach, picnic facilities and a small playground. Lodi Point is about 10 minutes north; Clute Memorial Park is 10 minutes south; and Watkins Glen State Park is just 15-20 minutes away.