Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront
House in Keuka Lake, NY
12 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
This lovely vacation home on Keuka Lake is the perfect spot for your group of 12, not only during your summer getaway, but also during the spring, fall, and winter! Pleasant Bay has private lakefront....a great summer spot for enjoying the water, kayaking, and boating! But this is also the perfect spot to stay in the quieter seasons....Pleasant Bay boasts a large hot tub on the deck overlooking the lake and with easy, year-round access to the home, you'll want to stay here in cooler weather as well!
Pleasant Bay is tucked into a little cove area, by two marinas, right at the top of Keuka Lake's west branch. The water here is more shallow than other parts of the lake(along with the shallow, warmer water, you may encounter lilypads and lake grasses). The view from the house extends across the water to Keuka's famed Bluff.
The main floor of the house has an open floor plan with the Kitchen, Dining, and Living Room all open to each other. Walking in the main entry door from the back porch, you'll enter the fully stocked kitchen with an eat-in island, bar height dining table and Living room with a gas fireplace, large screen smart TV and wall to wall glass doors looking out over Keuka Lake and that walk out on to the large porch and lake beyond.
There are 2 bedrooms on the main floor. The Master bedroom is quite spacious with a King size bed and windows facing out over the lake. Bedroom 2 has two sets of Twin bunks. There is a Full bath located on the Main Floor with a tub/shower.
On the second floor, you'll find a open landing area that overlooks the Living Room cathedral area. This sitting area has sofa and is a great spot to use as a reading nook. The upstairs bedroom is spacious as well and has a King size bed. The upstairs bathroom is a full bath with a walk in shower. The washer and dryer are also located in this upstairs bathroom.
Downstairs, in the lower level basement area, is a Family room which can double as the 4th Bedroom. The Family room area has a futon and lounge area along with a large screen TV. The other half of the Family Room has a comfortable King size bed for sleeping 2 persons.
Pleasant Bay has a large yard for getting outside, playing yard games and allowing children to explore outside. Wrapped around the front of the house, toward the water, is a deck/porch with outdoor dining table/chairs and comfortable outdoor sitting area. A smaller, attached deck (with a privacy wall)is where you'll find the hot tub located. The yard slopes gently onto the lakeshore and there is a large dock with a sitting area, and a gas firepit, at the end of the dock. The dock does have cleats for tying up your boat. The house is located next door to a marina if you are unable to bring your own boat, you can always rent one from the marina!
There are several SUP's and a kayak available for guest use during their stay.
*The garage is not available for guests to use
*Air conditioning is provided through wall units on the main floor and the two larger bedrooms
*A limited amount of paper towel, toilet paper, soaps, is provided for each guest.
**We ask that renters to be over the age of 25. By booking you agree with this policy and comply with the request that the renting party is over the age of 25.
**No pets or animals allowed at any time. Anyone found to be in violation, will be asked to leave immediately and/or charged an additional fee
**No parties allowed at any time.
**Smoking prohibited except in outdoor areas.
**Guest must comply with maximum occupancy at all times, no exceptions. Only 12 people allowed at any time.
**Parking for 4 vehicles only!!!!.
**Lake conditions are not guaranteed and are non refundable
**Guest may be charged for misuse of the hot tub, if draining/refilling the hot tub is necessitated from guest misuse
**Guests are asked to initial a rental waiver, sent via email, immediately after booking
**DOCKS: A dock is provided, you are solely responsible for ensuring docks, and/or mooring facilities are adequate.
Guest assumes liability for use of the dock and assumes responsibility and liability for damages done to the dock during their stay, whether the damage is done by their watercraft or the guest themselves.
**Seasonal amenities: kayaks and some outdoor furniture are available seasonally and are often available for use from mid-May to October
Pleasant Bay is tucked into a little cove area, by two marinas, right at the top of Keuka Lake's west branch. The water here is more shallow than other parts of the lake(along with the shallow, warmer water, you may encounter lilypads and lake grasses). The view from the house extends across the water to Keuka's famed Bluff.
The main floor of the house has an open floor plan with the Kitchen, Dining, and Living Room all open to each other. Walking in the main entry door from the back porch, you'll enter the fully stocked kitchen with an eat-in island, bar height dining table and Living room with a gas fireplace, large screen smart TV and wall to wall glass doors looking out over Keuka Lake and that walk out on to the large porch and lake beyond.
There are 2 bedrooms on the main floor. The Master bedroom is quite spacious with a King size bed and windows facing out over the lake. Bedroom 2 has two sets of Twin bunks. There is a Full bath located on the Main Floor with a tub/shower.
On the second floor, you'll find a open landing area that overlooks the Living Room cathedral area. This sitting area has sofa and is a great spot to use as a reading nook. The upstairs bedroom is spacious as well and has a King size bed. The upstairs bathroom is a full bath with a walk in shower. The washer and dryer are also located in this upstairs bathroom.
Downstairs, in the lower level basement area, is a Family room which can double as the 4th Bedroom. The Family room area has a futon and lounge area along with a large screen TV. The other half of the Family Room has a comfortable King size bed for sleeping 2 persons.
Pleasant Bay has a large yard for getting outside, playing yard games and allowing children to explore outside. Wrapped around the front of the house, toward the water, is a deck/porch with outdoor dining table/chairs and comfortable outdoor sitting area. A smaller, attached deck (with a privacy wall)is where you'll find the hot tub located. The yard slopes gently onto the lakeshore and there is a large dock with a sitting area, and a gas firepit, at the end of the dock. The dock does have cleats for tying up your boat. The house is located next door to a marina if you are unable to bring your own boat, you can always rent one from the marina!
There are several SUP's and a kayak available for guest use during their stay.
*The garage is not available for guests to use
*Air conditioning is provided through wall units on the main floor and the two larger bedrooms
*A limited amount of paper towel, toilet paper, soaps, is provided for each guest.
**We ask that renters to be over the age of 25. By booking you agree with this policy and comply with the request that the renting party is over the age of 25.
**No pets or animals allowed at any time. Anyone found to be in violation, will be asked to leave immediately and/or charged an additional fee
**No parties allowed at any time.
**Smoking prohibited except in outdoor areas.
**Guest must comply with maximum occupancy at all times, no exceptions. Only 12 people allowed at any time.
**Parking for 4 vehicles only!!!!.
**Lake conditions are not guaranteed and are non refundable
**Guest may be charged for misuse of the hot tub, if draining/refilling the hot tub is necessitated from guest misuse
**Guests are asked to initial a rental waiver, sent via email, immediately after booking
**DOCKS: A dock is provided, you are solely responsible for ensuring docks, and/or mooring facilities are adequate.
Guest assumes liability for use of the dock and assumes responsibility and liability for damages done to the dock during their stay, whether the damage is done by their watercraft or the guest themselves.
**Seasonal amenities: kayaks and some outdoor furniture are available seasonally and are often available for use from mid-May to October
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Map of Keuka Lake, NY
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Reviews
8.0
Lovely home, with super comfortable beds, great location, and equipped house. We enjoyed the home immensely, as it was comfortable, had a fully equipped kitchen, provided linens and towels, and a most-excellent hottub! Great for large groups, but the basement sleeping area was a bit musty. The upper rooms were all excellent!
The location is easy access to Penn Yan and convenient to marinas to rent a boat. While the listing says, "enjoy the water" and has images of a lily-free beach, the beach is full of water lilies and grasses so it is not possible to walk into the lake for swimming. This is not a good place to rent with young children expecting to go in the water!
The end of the dock also has a swimming area, where the adults and older children swam, (there are tall water grasses there that touch your legs). If you don't care for grasses, it was also extremely easy to use the provided paddleboards and kayak to go out to the sandbar "(less than 5 minutes rowing) where it was grass-free and less than 3 feet deep.
The backyard is fenced and flat, so we were able to play outdoor games like badminton, enjoyed using the grill on the front porch with the large outdoor table, and had a great evening around the waterfront firepit.
Overall, a great location and home!
8.0
Very nice beautiful weather!!! Nice lake front view and porch for sitting was great!! Kids enjoyed the bunks!
10.0
We had a group of 8 ladies that stayed here for a long weekend to visit the Finger Lakes area. The house was clean, located in a nice quiet neighborhood, and we loved the view from the living room and deck. There were a few minor things that need to be fixed but overall we were very pleased!
10.0
Fantastic house! Great amenities and very clean. We absolutely loved our stay
10.0
Beautiful home with a gorgeous scenery.
10.0
We have stayed at this property multiple times. The house is great with large gathering spaces for eating, playing games and watching TV. It is also easy to have private time to read and nap on the large back porch or the many bedrooms.
The gas grill, hot tub and fireplace on the dock make spending time enjoying the lake view really enjoyable.
Would definitely recommend to a friend and will be back again next year.
6.0
Spacious and wonderful layout with great views. Overall good stay.
House was not as clean as it should have been ( hot tub, dishes) for such a strict check in check out process and someone was at house until 430 upon checking in at 4.
Pictures show a swimmable water front but it is not properly maintained and a huge disappointment for entire family that we could not swim or enter water off yard or dock due to an abundance of water weeds. Would never have booked if I knew we weren't able to enjoy the lake like we had planned.
8.0
The interior of the house was great and clean. Everything was set and ready for us.
The eating area overlooking the water had not been touched and we had to scrub it down pretty thoroughly. Unfortunately, one of the selling points for us was the fire pit which was in pieces at the end of the dock. The hot tub was huge for our evening hang out.
The communication with the property manager was just ok.
With all of that being said, we had a fantastic time. It was early in the season which may explain some of the issues. We would recommend this home to friends and will keep it in mind for our future plans.
10.0
Very nice house perfect for a vacation. Hot tub was great, as was the gas fireplace on chilly evenings. Nice open first floor with modern kitchen stocked with everything you need. Located right on the water with great views.
10.0
Even with our own sign in we never could get the Roku to work so TV was sketchy at best. As clean and lovely as everything was, the dead bugs in the window blinds is off-putting! Cheap shades would be an improvement.
8.0
11-1-2021
nice property and location. the heat did not work in many of the rooms. the fireplace only worked for 2 hours. could not get it to work any more. home was laid out well. could use one more bathroom for large groups.
10.0
Relaxing stay - Beautiful location and property
We have stayed at this property multiple times. Each time we have enjoyed the stay and the area. The property is well maintained and stocked for an enjoyable weekend.
We were able to utilize the provided kayak and stand-up paddle boards to explore the lake and then jump in the hot tub to warm up.
We would recommend this location to friends and we will stay here again in the future.
10.0
Great place for sibling reunion
We had a great week at the property. A couple of issues arose, communication was excellent and the problem addressed promptly. Kitchen was well stocked with equipment. Renting a boat from the marina next door, launching our kayaks from the private and using the house as a base for exploring wineries were super convenient.
10.0
Great Place
The house is beautiful, and the owners have thought of everything! The location was perfect, the house had anything you could have wanted, we enjoyed our stay very much.
8.0
Family Week on Keuka
The family aged 7 months to 73 years spent a fun week! We especially enjoyed the large dining table on the covered, lake side porch! The main downer was too much glass on the shore and in the water for swimming.
10.0
Loved the place!
The property was clean, warm, and very inviting. Power outage due to wind and the Property Manager was more than accessible, she was very communicative. We had a great time!
10.0
Just girls getaway
Beautiful home with beautiful sunrise views! It was a great experience and the house was everything we expected!
10.0
We had an amazing time. Would definitely come back again.
Everything was great and as advertised.
10.0
NIce location
We enjoyed our visit and having direct access to the lake was a plus since we brought our boat. The only thing I suggest is that they organize the kitchen items (especially cooking utensils in drawers) in the cabinets and have the cleaning staff dust the cob webs.
5.0
First time staying in The Finger Lakes and we enjoyed it! Centrally located home that was very relaxing and quiet. We did get a bit of action from the small marinas beside us when the holiday weekend came, otherwise, very peaceful!We would stay again in a heartbeat!
10.0
We Loved This Place!
First time staying in The Finger Lakes and we enjoyed it! Centrally located home that was very relaxing and quiet. We did get a bit of action from the small marinas beside us when the holiday weekend came, otherwise, very peaceful!
We would stay again in a heartbeat!
8.0
Perfect, Secluded Location / Minor Fixes Needed
This Keuka Lake property is as advertised! BIG and BRIGHT living area, great DOCK for boating, kayaking, etc., and a large lakefront DECK off the back of the house. The beds were large kings and very COMFORTABLE. Keuka Lake was so empty and quiet the week of June 14-21, it felt like it was PRIVATE! The location near the marina was concerning at first, but turned out to be NO ISSUE at all. (We even rented a boat next door!)
This home was CLEAN and SPACIOUS with a well-stocked kitchen, towels, sheets, and tons of outdoor amenities like inflatable boats, citronella candles, deck chairs, etc. 10 people fit comfortably.
Our only issue was that some of the appliances need fixing. The ice maker was frozen. The dishwasher leaked. Our biggest issue was that we booked this house specifically for the available hot tub, but it did not work. According to the owner, the tub was "fried" the previous week during a power surge and was supposed to be fixed near the beginning of our stay... but it never was. The owner did offer a partial refund, which was appreciated, however I believe I should have been alerted to this the week prior to our stay, so we could have had the opportunity to book a new property if we wanted.
However, this did not distract much from a fantastic week and I recommend this home to future travelers!
10.0
So Beautiful!!
We had an amazing time! The house was beautiful, clean and the pictures did not lie! I will definitely stay again! Joleen was so helpful whenever I needed her.. Just amazing!
4.0
Absolutely filthy
My family stays at rental homes quite a bit. Unfortunately, we cut our stay short because we couldn’t handle the filth one more day. The house was covered in dust, cobwebs, and dead bugs. We had to clean all the floors and surfaces upon arrival at the house. Our rags were black. There were cobwebs around all of the furniture and around the perimeter of all the rooms. The property does have high ceilings but the ceilings were caked in cobwebs and the fans were caked in dust, as were the very reachable bathroom vents. This showed neglect far beyond just a few months. Additionally, the main floor toilet was disgusting and had to be cleaned. Outside, the furniture was filthy and we couldnt even sit on the porch. As for the chairs on the pier...they are flaking paint so bad that you can’t sit on them without being covered in tiny paint particles. I did not notify anyone during our stay because there was no acceptable way To rectify the situation (we weren’t going to have someone come in and clean while there, especially when it would just be the same people that already did a poor job). When I did reach out after the fact to warn the manager, I was told that their cleaning supervisor assured them it was in great condition and that I needed to provide proof. I was not seeking any sort of refund, just trying to let people know how disgusting the house was so they could rectify it before the next guest. Only people who don’t mind existing in filth should rent this house. Otherwise, it has a great location, amenities and floor plan.
10.0
Our anniversary
We had the best time. All of our family loved the place.
8.0
Really a peaceful week.
A beautiful home which is very well furnished. Our family enjoyed the week fishing, kayaking and floating on the huge raft. The fire pit was enjoyed at night. A nice peaceful and relaxing week with family. Recommend it highly!
10.0
NYE Getaway weekend
Our group had a wonderful time at Al & Leslie’s home. The property was clean and well furnished. We were able to enjoy our time in the hot tub with great views. We had a great time celebrating the New Year by watching the ball drop in the comfort of a lake house. Would recommend!
10.0
Wonderful 40th Birthday Trip
We came in May 2018 for my husband's 40th birthday. We traveled with our 2 year old son. We absolutely LOVED the property! It's beautiful! Sitting on the back deck was one of our favorite things to do the entire week! The views are amazing! All three of us tried fishing all week but had no luck! We still had a ton of fun! The hot tub was an added bonus! We hope to return this summer!
10.0
Great weekend
This location is quiet and tucked away. During the fall/winter it is very tranquil and relaxing. However, it is a quick drive to a major grocery store if needed. The location also is located near several breweries.
The house itself is really nice and well maintained. The owners have done a great job with upkeep and recently replaced all of the counters, further improving an excellent kitchen.
Our group had a great time, we especially loved the hot tub as it snowed outside. We will be returning again in 2019!
10.0
Breath taking and astoundingly beautiful!!
We enjoyed our time at the retreat tremendously. To say it was a slice of heaven is the perfect summation! Booked for next year already! Thank you very much for your gracious hospitality Al & Leslie.
8.0
Great...a few suggestions..
This house is very beautiful - the design and location is great. A lot of sleeping room for many people - we had a great time.
The only downside during our stay was that we could not get the hot tub to work...we followed the instructions, even called the owners and It would still not turn on. we kept getting an "Error" message. We turned it on, let it sit for aprox an hour to warm up and the water never got warmer - which was a bummer because we were really looking forward to using the hot tub during out stay.
Another suggestion; almost all of the remotes needed new batteries - it was very frustrating trying to change the channel or turn on the fireplace and the batteries being dead - please update this for your next guests.
Overall, we had a great stay and I would recommend this house!!
8.0
Awesome home!
Our stay was amazing. Just a little disappointed that the hot tub was not working. The house was beautiful and kept very clean. We stayed for the wineglass half marathon. We had 10 people in the house. We probably needed three bathrooms. It all worked out. The fireplace on the dock is awesome.
10.0
Incredible weekend!
The property was amazing. Very clean and comfortable. Al & Leslie are such a great host. Thank you for sharing your wonderful lakes house. We had such a fun and relaxing weekend. The weather turned out to be perfect! Definitely coming back next year!
10.0
Wonderful house and ammenities
I stayed at this house with a group of friends for a long weekend, and we had a wonderful time. The house has everything you might possible need, and lots of seating areas, which was great with a big group. We enjoyed the hot tub and the kayaks. The ONLY thing that would have been nicer is if it were in a clearer area, away from the marina. But other than that, it's a perfect place!
10.0
Great Stay @ Pleasant Bay
This was our 2nd year at Pleasant Bay and we had a great stay. The house is nicely appointed and Al and Lesley have made numerous upgrades in the kitchen this year. There is everything you need for cooking, a wide open floor plan to share with family and friends and the grandkids caught numerous fish off the dock. A great place to spend time with family.
10.0
Amazing
The lake house was so amazing but the only downside is the water is pretty chilly and we went in summer
10.0
Excellent
Owners are great to work with. Where else could you find a host who comes to your aid with a TV on a Sunday evening?? Our second year at Pleasant Bay and will be our first choice every year in the future. Rip
10.0
Great house for a family to experience the finger lakes
This was the perfect house to stay at with a group of 3 families. Plenty of open space to play and relax. The owners were a pleasure to deal with and responded quickly to any questions. Would definitely stay at this house again the next time we vist the finger lakes.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Keuka Lake?
The average price for a rental in Keuka Lake is $590 per night. This rental is $185 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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