Birch Lodge on Canandaigua Lake
House in Canandaigua Lake, NY
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 7 baths
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental
Nestled on 6 acres and located directly off Canandaigua’s prestigious West Lake Road is “Birch Lodge.” Cozy, Modern, & Convenient, this rental has it all. Updated in early 2019 and professionally decorated, this rental is perfect for a weekend getaway, wine tasting, or family vacation at the lake. This rental is perfectly located in the middle of the lake and 15 minutes to downtown Canandaigua & Naples. This is a remarkable lake property with lots of charm and character.
This home features (4) bedrooms and (4) full and (2) half baths, sleeping (10) comfortably with queen bunks in the lower level, sleeping (12) in its entirety.
The inside of the Lodge features all knotty pine ceilings and walls. Lots of windows give a bright and airy feel. The property is positioned in the woods allowing beautiful lake views paired with the privacy of the woods.
The first floor features a chef kitchen complete with a Viking Stove & Oven. A dining room offers a large modern farmhouse table for formal dining and hangout area. Connected to the kitchen is a family room with a SMART TV, cable, and WIFI and a sun porch that leads to an outdoor entertaining area. On the main level, we have one bedroom, the Boat Room. This room has a detached full-bath directly next to it.
The second-floor features (3) additional bedrooms all with their own full bathroom. Each bedroom has a walk-in open closet with lots of space for clothing and luggage or a porta-crib if needed.
Bed and Bath Breakdown
Boat Room – First Floor (Queen) – Detached Full (Shower)
Ski Room – Second Floor (Queen) – Attached Full (Shower/Tub Combo)
Birch Room – Second Floor (Queen) – Attached Full (Shower/Tub Combo)
Lake Room – Second Floor (Queen) – Attached Full (Shower/Tub Combo)
Camp Room – Second Floor (Twin Bunks) – attached room to Lake Room – great for families with multiples
Lower Level – Lower Level (Queen Bunks) – Half Bath
Boat House – Half Bath
The lower level of Birch Lodge features another cozy hang-out area complete with couch, Smart TV, Farmhouse dining table, ping pong table, Queen bunkbeds, and half bath. This level walks out to the patio where you can find a beautiful grass area for lawn games and lounging.
A short walk down to the waterfront, features 100 feet of lake front equipped with a full boat house. The boat house features string lights, a half bathroom, refrigerator, microwave, and storage for lake gear. While we don’t allow our guests to use the Pontoon boat parked in our slip, there is room for you to dock your boat while you stay at the Lodge. There are also two SUPs, floating island raft, and Sun Fish sailboat also available for use.
There are a couple outdoor security cameras to monitor the property when we are not there. We also have a dog so if you are extremely allergic, this house is not a good fit.
This home features (4) bedrooms and (4) full and (2) half baths, sleeping (10) comfortably with queen bunks in the lower level, sleeping (12) in its entirety.
The inside of the Lodge features all knotty pine ceilings and walls. Lots of windows give a bright and airy feel. The property is positioned in the woods allowing beautiful lake views paired with the privacy of the woods.
The first floor features a chef kitchen complete with a Viking Stove & Oven. A dining room offers a large modern farmhouse table for formal dining and hangout area. Connected to the kitchen is a family room with a SMART TV, cable, and WIFI and a sun porch that leads to an outdoor entertaining area. On the main level, we have one bedroom, the Boat Room. This room has a detached full-bath directly next to it.
The second-floor features (3) additional bedrooms all with their own full bathroom. Each bedroom has a walk-in open closet with lots of space for clothing and luggage or a porta-crib if needed.
Bed and Bath Breakdown
Boat Room – First Floor (Queen) – Detached Full (Shower)
Ski Room – Second Floor (Queen) – Attached Full (Shower/Tub Combo)
Birch Room – Second Floor (Queen) – Attached Full (Shower/Tub Combo)
Lake Room – Second Floor (Queen) – Attached Full (Shower/Tub Combo)
Camp Room – Second Floor (Twin Bunks) – attached room to Lake Room – great for families with multiples
Lower Level – Lower Level (Queen Bunks) – Half Bath
Boat House – Half Bath
The lower level of Birch Lodge features another cozy hang-out area complete with couch, Smart TV, Farmhouse dining table, ping pong table, Queen bunkbeds, and half bath. This level walks out to the patio where you can find a beautiful grass area for lawn games and lounging.
A short walk down to the waterfront, features 100 feet of lake front equipped with a full boat house. The boat house features string lights, a half bathroom, refrigerator, microwave, and storage for lake gear. While we don’t allow our guests to use the Pontoon boat parked in our slip, there is room for you to dock your boat while you stay at the Lodge. There are also two SUPs, floating island raft, and Sun Fish sailboat also available for use.
There are a couple outdoor security cameras to monitor the property when we are not there. We also have a dog so if you are extremely allergic, this house is not a good fit.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Canandaigua Lake, NY
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Reviews
5.0
WOW! This property is absolutely amazing! Stayed from Saturday to Saturday and wished we did not have to leave! The house is incredibly comfortable with so many different areas to relax and have some peace and quiet if you wanted. There was 10 of us in the house and we never felt like we were on top of each other. Meg was more than helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate our group. I brought my brand new sailboat with me and meg was concerned about how much wake there would be on the dock from all the boat traffic, so she just went ahead and had a mooring ball dropped in the water just for me! Top notch move that made me feel very comfortable keeping my boat there. Anything we needed was already in the house
5.0
Our large family loved our stay at Birch Lodge. The home was so welcoming. We especially loved the lakeside area and the yard games. So many fun things to do! The kitchen is so well-stocked, and each living space beautifully designed. It seems there was nothing the hosts didn't think of!
5.0
Property was wonderful.
Beautiful setting
Top end cooking supplies
Lots of games/toys
Super kid (and adult) friendly
Spacious
Wonderfully appointed furniture
Well stocked amenities (towels, blankets etc)
Refrigerator and music at boat house.
Will probably return.
5.0
Our group of 10 stayed here for a week in June 2023. To say that we loved it would be an understatement. This house is better than it appears in the photos. The host Meg is amazing and goes out of her way to give you a resort like feeling at a lake house - welcome gift bag and tons of extra touches everywhere. We loved both of the firepits, the outdoor seating with fantastic views and the yard games.The only drawback is that it is a steep walk to the water. It's not a long walk but it's steep and not elderly friendly. Other than that everything is absolutely perfect at this house. When we come back to Canandaigua, we won't even look at other houses. Thank you Meg for a fantastic vacation!
5.0
Thank you for remembering our 50th anniversary.
Your lodge was impressive. All of our family had a great time. It was easy to get to the PGA Tournament and back again. You have the lodge set up beautifully, both of our son cook, and could not have been more pleased with the kitchen. The grand kids enjoyed the lake and made use of the kayak and paddle boards. We had a wonderful time at the lake.
5.0
Birch Lodge is truly lovely. A spacious house with a gorgeous view of the lake, a very well-stocked kitchen, nicely appointed rooms, and even a fun selection of toys for the little ones. The host was quick to communicate with a few simple questions, none of which involved any problem with the house. Would come back again if we’re ever lucky enough to be in this picturesque location.
5.0
We were a group of 8 adults, 4 kids ages 6 to 10, and one infant, celebrating our parents’ 70th birthdays this year. This was a wonderful family property- we spent the majority of the week at the waterfront, enjoying swimming in the very clear water, stand up paddle boards, kayaks, floats and fishing.
We enjoyed some day trips: hiking at Watkins Glen state park, Ropes course at Bristol Mountain Aerial adventures, exploring the gardens at Sonnenburg Mansion, blueberry and sunflower picking at a nearby farm. The area is beautiful, rural and mostly agricultural.
The house is well stocked. We cooked all dinners in and found all the tools we needed. The dining room and outdoor patio were both large enough to seat our party of 13. All of the bedrooms (even the basement bunk room) were comfortable and set away enough from the living areas to allow for early bedtimes or sleeping in late if desired.
There are 2 washers, 2 dryers, and 2 fridges- so convenient with a large group!
Don’t hesitate to rent this property!
5.0
Nothing missed
Our week here was nothing short of amazing. This rental and experience with Meg is a poster child for what a VRBO experience should be. The house has everything…. Everything that a family would need. Items we’ve packed before for rentals weren’t needed here. The house itself is beautiful and every room has something to offer. Lake access is like walking into a pool. We will be back!
5.0
A perfect place to stay
The property was very well equipped and beautifully decorated. The hosts were very quick to respond to our questions. We had 4 generations, accommodating provisions for all, even baby gates and a monitor!
We had a wonderful week. Thank you!
5.0
Another Great Week
Such a nice escape from the city and another great week relaxing again at birch lodge! Couldn’t have asked for a better time at the lake and will cherish the memories paddle boarding & kayaking with friends almost every morning. Love the addition of new fire pit so much that we ate every dinner outside around it! Already looking forward to next summer at birch lodge.
5.0
Lake retreat
Absolutely loved my time at Birchlodge and just what the doctor ordered!!!
Amazing little touches of welcomeness and class. Greeted with a gift bag and fresh flowers too!!! Memorable and wonderful time.
2.5
Birch Lodge was perfect for our family reunion as we had my 3 sisters and their husbands, my brother & his wife, my wife & me, and my sister-in-law. Three bedrooms had bathrooms ensuite and a 4th bedroom had a full bathroom immediately adjacent. There was also a half-bath so there was great accessibility for showers, etc.
Birch Lodge is a beautiful complex with a great view of the Canandaigua Lake.
5.0
Beautiful house with all the amenities
Birch Lodge is an absolutely lovely place. The amenities, from the plush, soft towels to the top notch appliances were superb.
I find that I value reviews most when they mention the negatives of a property, so I will mention two negatives, noting that my overall rating of Birch Lodge is excellent.
The walk down to the lake is steep and would be a challenge for the elderly, the very young and anyone infirm. There are some stone steps in the house which were difficult to manage for a family member who has knee problems, not to mention an active 20 month old boy.
Having said that, this property has everything you could want in a vacation home; nothing is missing. The view is spectacular, the amenities abundant and the location great.
5.0
Perfect Getaway
This house is the perfect getaway if you plan to visit the finger lakes region! We absolute loved our stay.
5.0
Amazing
The house and property are amazing, as is Meg. From the moment we walked in we felt like pampered guests. A welcome bag was full of goodies for all of us. Birch Lodge is beautiful and comfortable. Everything you need for a first class vacation is all ready for you to enjoy!
5.0
Family Vacation
We had a fantastic week at Birch Lodge. When we arrived we were greeted with a fantastic welcome package including supplies for s’mores and even a birch lodge onesie for our littlest family member! The lodge was tastefully decorated, updated, and very clean. It was well equipped with everything you could need for a relaxing and fun week at the lake. Lots of toys and supplies for kids in our group as well. The kids loved swimming in the lake and especially enjoyed the floating raft. This was the perfect spot for our large family to be together while also having plenty of space to spread out. Highly recommend!
5.0
Spectacular Lake House
Incredible house 20 minutes from town. House was very well stocked with everything we needed. Very clean and plenty of space for 7 adults and 3 children. We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this house and definitely will rent again.
5.0
Beautiful lakeside home
We really enjoyed all of the amenities of the Birch Lodge home. We had plenty of room and the owners equipped the house with everything you would need (and more). It was a great family vacation.
5.0
Wonderful in every way!
Extraordinary. I almost don’t want to eat too much because it’s such a perfect gem of a location and a deeply extraordinary property! Every detail has been so carefully thought of, and you can tell they care deeply about the hospitality and comfort of their guests. THANK YOU- we hope to be back soon!
5.0
Amazing house with all the amenities and then some. Would definitely come back.
Smooth and easy
5.0
Everything we expected and more
Wonderfully maintained house, great location, beautiful views and stocked with everything you could want. You wont be disappointed.
5.0
Lakeside Retreat Of Your Dreams
The home is beautifully furnished and very comfortable. It has all the amenities you could ever want or need. Paddleboards, sunfish sailboat, firepit, lawn games, bathrobes, fireplace, a kitchen that has everything you might need to prepare a gourmet meal and so much more. Amazing spot to get away from everything and spend quality time with family and friends. Great spot to watch the sunrise from the house or boat dock. One of our best vacations ever. Birch Lodge exceeded our expectations.
2.5
This was a super spot for a winter ski break with kids to Bristol Mtn.Beautiful lake view and quiet location. Spacious and very well equipped!
5.0
Great winter location near Bristol Mtn
This was a super spot for a winter ski break with kids to Bristol Mtn.
Beautiful lake view and quiet location. Spacious and very well equipped!
5.0
The perfect lake house getaway!/
Birchlodge is exactly what we pictured for our family getaway to the finger lakes. The location and views were ideal. The house was beautifully decorated and stocked. The layout was cozy but spacious . We could not have dreamed of a better house to house our 10 guest s. We are already looking forward to our next visit.
2.5
What a pleasant surprise as we entered Birch Lodge and saw the balloons and the big Number 2 balloon for our daughter's second birthday, as well as the S'mores items and extra treats. What a nice touch! And that was just the beginning. The lodge is well appointed in every respect: appliances, kitchen utensils, bedding, furniture - cribs and toys. Having rented villas in St Barths over the years, we can say this is a very well-provisioned lodge.The views are excellent, the parking is ample, fireplace wonderful, the grill is large and the waterfront areas are primo.Thanks for a delightful stay.
5.0
Beautiful fall
What a pleasant surprise as we entered Birch Lodge and saw the balloons and the big Number 2 balloon for our daughter's second birthday, as well as the S'mores items and extra treats. What a nice touch! And that was just the beginning. The lodge is well appointed in every respect: appliances, kitchen utensils, bedding, furniture - cribs and toys. Having rented villas in St Barths over the years, we can say this is a very well-provisioned lodge.
The views are excellent, the parking is ample, fireplace wonderful, the grill is large and the waterfront areas are primo.
Thanks for a delightful stay.
5.0
Best place to stay with children
Travelled with 1 child, 1 toddler and an infant... could not have arrived at a better place for them. From cribs, monitor, cameras to baby gates and sippy cups... if we forgot anything - we were just fine because they have it all here. For us adults the home is beautiful and tastefully done. It’s secluded enough that you can relax and feel at peace. Would recommend this place to pretty much anyone.
5.0
Perfect house for large families
We stayed with a large group of family and the house was perfect. It had multiple areas for people to hang out and it never felt crowded. The owners provide many of the necessities in the house and had everything we needed for both the children and adults. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our meals for the week. The boathouse was perfect as we were able to keep bottles of water in the fridge that we could have while swimming. The paddle boards and yard games helped to keep us entertained. The owners were awesome to work with while planning the trip and were always quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had. This was the perfect spot for our vacation and we would definitely go back.
5.0
Amazing vacation at Birch Lodge
We were a multi generation group from 5 months to 65 years. There's something for everyone. From kitchen supplies to linens and beach towels. From baby gates and children's toys to adult paddleboarding. Birch Lodge supplied it all. The rooms and accommodations were above expectations.
5.0
Rest and Relaxation
Wonderful, well appointed property. Owners thought of everything and created a top notch lodge at the lake! Beautifully decorated and comfortable in every way. Just kick back and enjoy your stay.
5.0
Fabulous home!
This is a beautiful home! As other reviewers have mentioned it is extremely well appointed with high end equipment and furnishings. The beds were supremely comfortable. Setting is amazing! Lots of living areas so you never felt like you are falling over each other. Plenty of spaces outside also. We had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend this property.
5.0
Great end of summer retreat!
Birch Lodge is just beautiful! The hosts have thought of everything you could want and every detail was well done! Property is amazing, private, gorgeous views, comfy beds, terrific towels! Had fun in game room, really was a great getaway and can’t wait to book another visit!
5.0
Perfect family-friendly lake getaway!
Wow - this place has everything you can think of and more! I was impressed by the pictures but they don't do the property justice. The house is very comfortable and was perfect to handle our large group. The owners have gone the extra mile to make it as comfortable as possible for guests. There's plenty of space for groups to hang out for meals and to kick back and relax with a basement area great for kids/teens to hang out, complete with big screen TV and ping pong table. We loved the great views of the lake from the house and plenty of seating areas outside as well to take in the view and enjoy some peace and quiet. It feels very private and like your personal retreat while you're there. The location in the middle of the lake is great as well and makes it convenient to explore the area. I highly recommend Birch Lodge if you're looking for a great place to relax, unwind and enjoy the lake.
5.0
Amazing!
Beautiful property w all the amenities. Terrific location- close to everything yet secluded and quiet waterfront. Highly recommend!
5.0
Beautiful house, amazing views & incredibly kid/family friendly
Our family stayed here for a week with two toddlers and two infants and we had a blast! My first thought when I walked in the door was “this place is beautiful!” And then as we toured the home and upstairs, we realized that the owners literally thought of everything for a family vacation. There were cribs in the rooms, sound machines, monitors, sippy cups, baby soap, toys and playmates for the kids and babies...and our toddlers had so much fun playing together outside in the water table, kiddie pool and yard everyday! Everything was clean and neat, the decor was beautiful! And waking up early every morning to have a cup of coffee on the patio, viewing the lake was so nice. We were also minutes away from several beautiful wineries & breweries! :) Overall, a wonderful place to get away and relax.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Canandaigua Lake?
The average price for a rental in Canandaigua Lake is $499 per night. This rental is $1,109 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Birch Lodge on Canandaigua Lake. 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 Birch Lodge on Canandaigua Lake pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Birch Lodge on Canandaigua Lake?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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