Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View
House in Seneca Lake, NY
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 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
Spend a night, a weekend or a week at one of the most unique properties in all of the Finger Lakes. Clifftop is a 20 acre paradise, with unforgettable Sunset, Seneca Lake, and village views. Perched atop a bluff and high above the lake, enjoy your very own private compound, only 1 mile from the center of Watkins Glen, at the gateway to the east Seneca Lake wine trail. Hike along thousands of feet of clifftop trails, then descend into a magnificent gorge with several waterfalls, flanked by hemlock, periwinkle, and stone formations.
Take an hour or a day; relax within this private natural paradise. Hike back up to the many cliff top nature trails and take in the bee balm, shaded canopy, and daily visits by the bald eagles and osprey that inhabit our area. Or "stay put." Kick back on the deck or lawn directly in front of your room. Sun bathe, nap, or simply enjoy the sailboats, western bluffs, and village below. The Rookery, our upper level hemlock lodge, has 2 king bedrooms(one is a suite) each with deluxe bath, including 6' soaker tub and shower. The full kitchen and entry room provide plenty of elbow room, and 3 patio doors lead to the 50' x 9' deck, located 200' above the lake, below. The large kitchen has quartz counters, all new appliances, lovely maple wood floors. Large glass fireplace. A short distance from your back door is a beautiful view area with your own under the stars fire pit.
Take an hour or a day; relax within this private natural paradise. Hike back up to the many cliff top nature trails and take in the bee balm, shaded canopy, and daily visits by the bald eagles and osprey that inhabit our area. Or "stay put." Kick back on the deck or lawn directly in front of your room. Sun bathe, nap, or simply enjoy the sailboats, western bluffs, and village below. The Rookery, our upper level hemlock lodge, has 2 king bedrooms(one is a suite) each with deluxe bath, including 6' soaker tub and shower. The full kitchen and entry room provide plenty of elbow room, and 3 patio doors lead to the 50' x 9' deck, located 200' above the lake, below. The large kitchen has quartz counters, all new appliances, lovely maple wood floors. Large glass fireplace. A short distance from your back door is a beautiful view area with your own under the stars fire pit.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Seneca Lake, NY
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
From the first contact with Cindy, I could tell we would enjoy our stay and she would be an amazing host! I was surprising my partner with a getaway for his birthday and had never been to the Finger Lakes. Cindy and Ed have a very cozy and comfortable home with everything you may need for enjoying a relaxing trip. It gives a french cottage vibe and was very clean and very “chicly” appointed. She had supplied us with a bottle of Riesling from one of the local wineries and Starbucks pods for the Keurig. There are two primary suites with very nice en-suite baths. (Both have deep soaker tubs and showers) both Cindy and her husband Ed were very respectful and responsive to any needs we had. The only thing I found issue with is that the online pics of the place don’t even come close to doing it justice. But that is probably a good thing for us, because I was able to book it with short notice😜. It was so conveniently located to the village of Watkins Glen, with the state park only being few miles away. And the drive from one end of Lake Seneca to the other was breathtakingly beautiful and only 45 mins. The wineries were amazing and the food in the area was fantastic. But at the end of the day, the views from both bedrooms and the massive deck were just amazing. I will definitely be returning and would love to see the fall foliage. Also, Cindy is very knowledgeable about the area and assisted me in dining selections/recommendations as well as helped me find a spa at Belhurst. ❤️
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4.0 / 5.0
The property is beautiful and everything you needed was supplied. The beds were comfortable, plenty of towels and very clean. The view was amazing. I would caution the driveway is very steep and rocky, and the turn in was difficult. My only complaint was that it is not a private retreat, the owners stay in the garage and in the basement in the evenings, the spotlight comes on so enjoying that back deck is not private. There is also construction as a new house is being built. Otherwise, we were not bothered by the owners at all But it is misleading.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful house
Excellent location
Modern open concept with beautiful lake view Owners were very welcoming and accommodating
Would highly recommend
5.0 / 5.0
Great home!
5.0 / 5.0
Cindy and Ed were great host. The house and location were great. Close to activities and amazing views of Lake Seneca. Highly recommend visiting the Watkins Glen State Park which has many beautiful waterfalls and views of the gorge. We would definitely visit again.
5.0 / 5.0
The 5th time’s the charm — just like the first four. We’ve stayed at this property more than any other rental, for many reasons: the kind, generous, incredibly thoughtful hosts, Cindy and Ed; the quiet, private location; the incredible views of Seneca Lake from the whole-house-length deck; a layout with two master suites that doesn’t waste an inch and gives you everything you need in a vacation home. Can’t recommend this house, or these lovely hosts, highly enough.
5.0 / 5.0
Gorgeous lake view from very private property on mountainside. Well-furnished, clean, recently-updated house unit with some thoughtful gifts from hosts. Hosts were very welcoming and accommodating of our shifting check-in time, and supplied many extras. Will absolutely ask them about staying here the next time we visit the Glen, and would recommend their property to family and friends.
5.0 / 5.0
A lovely place with an incredible view from every room! Great place to relax on the patio, close to good restaurants and wineries.
5.0 / 5.0
This property was perfect and exactly what we were looking for. We selected this property for three main reasons: separate bathrooms as we were traveling with another couple, proximity to Watkins Glen State Park and the balcony views. Everything was perfect during our stay. Cindy, the owner, was very welcoming when we arrived and even provided us with a bottle of local wine, dinner recommendations and passes to local wineries. The property itself was clean and well equipped with everything that one would need for the weekend. The views from the balcony were great and super relaxing to watch the sunset. I would definitely be back again!
5.0 / 5.0
Comfortable, cosy bungalow that is exactly as described & pictured on Vrbo. The gracious, friendly owners are onsite & greeted us when we arrived & said goodbye when we departed.
The bungalow features a great layout for two couples as there are two king bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, one of which has a second door to the common area. These private areas are separated by the living room, dining room, & kitchen which provides some welcome privacy.
An SUV or 4-wheel drive car may be helpful accessing the property which is reached via a steep, unpaved drive. Other minor quibbles are low water pressure in the showers & uneven Wi-Fi.
Overall we’d heartily recommend this listing to vacationers.
5.0 / 5.0
This was our fourth stay at this beautiful home in the past four years, and we already can't wait for our fifth. The location is perfect: private and secluded on the clifftop, but incredibly close and convenient to everything. The house is warm, welcoming, and always immaculate, with two fabulous master suites and a spacious deck with incredible views. Most special of all, though, are Cindy and Ed, the two warmest, nicest hosts you could ever hope to have in a rental property; they're kind and responsive, always available for anything you need. I've put this in a review before, and I'll say it again: coming back to this house feels like coming home. I can't recommend it highly enough.
5.0 / 5.0
Couldn’t have asked for more!
Property was clean and Cindy was great to work with.
Our first stay here, would definitely not hesitate to come back.
5.0 / 5.0
Hidden and private
5.0 / 5.0
The house is located on a bluff above Seneca Lake with an outstanding view. It had all the comforts of home. Cindy was a great host, helping with winery and restaurant recommendations. We will definitely come back next time we are in the FLX region.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location. Wonderful hosts. Beautiful property.
5.0 / 5.0
This was the third time we stayed in Cindy & Ed's lovely home in the past four years, and it certainly won't be the last. It feels like home away from home: a clean, cozy, comfortable place to relax. The property is beautiful, the views of Seneca Lake are gorgeous, and the location is convenient to everything. Cindy & Ed are kind, gracious hosts, always thoughtful and helpful in any way you need, and always looking to find ways to make your stay even better. I can't recommend them, or the home, highly enough.
5.0 / 5.0
Had a fantastic stay! Cindy and Ed are fantastic hosts! Would recommend this beautiful lake view home for anyone!
5.0 / 5.0
Great location, friendly helpful hosts, amazing house! Thanks Cindy.
5.0 / 5.0
This is my best ever experience. The owners were SUPER nice. The property was clean and exactly as advertised. The owners assisted with my mom who is older and has some mobility challenges. The cottage was well stocked - there were ample towels and little things we forgot, like ziploc bags. I highly recommend. Jim from Texas
5.0 / 5.0
I brought my mom on our first solely-together trip in many years, and both she and I were thrilled with this clifftop home. Cindy was incredibly welcoming and even did a little homework for us for restaurant and shopping recommendations. The home is set up perfectly for a family group and each bathroom is thoughtfully appointed. We didn't get to cook but the kitchen is well stocked and has a large refrigerator. The amount and quality of amenities is a giant step above the average rental. The deck and view are what you come for and having a quiet sit with the birds singing while watching boats on the lake is quite lovely. We're looking forward to coming back again.
5.0 / 5.0
If you’re traveling to Seneca Lake in the finger lakes this is the best place to stay. Minutes from downtown and close to all of the wineries, breweries and amazing hiking. The home was clean, spacious, and had an unbeatable view of the lake. You have direct views of the incredible finger lakes sunset. The hosts were friendly and accommodating and made the stay even more comfortable. We loved our trip and would absolutely stay here again!!
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful spot for a double birthday weekend getaway! The accommodations were very comfortable and clean with a phenomenal view of Lake Seneca! Hosts, Cindy and Ed, were very helpful with recommendations of walking trails, vineyards, restaurants and even hospitals! Definitely would recommend this place to friends and family!!
5.0 / 5.0
Cindy was amazing, everything was just as listed, the two bedroom home was perfect, views are great, home is open and large, furniture and beds were extremely comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed and then some! Cindy was always available to assist with anything we needed or to provide a meal recommendation. This property is so convenient with most things from Corning to Ithaca only a 30 minute drive away. We will definitely stay here again if we return to the area! Thank you Cindy!!
5.0 / 5.0
Stayed for one week and had a great time. Very close to Watkins Glen, wineries, breweries, etc. Great view of Lake Seneca. Very clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful home with an amazing view. The Host was very helpful every step of the way. We will be back again for sure!
5.0 / 5.0
This lovely 2 BR/2 BA house overlooks Seneca Lake--huge deck with chairs so you can sit and enjoy the view! The house is furnished beautifully and is super comfortable. Nice mattresses, linens, kitchen necessities, furniture. Bedrooms are very comfortable with nice TVs and streaming.
Location is only a couple of miles from Watkins Glen, a cute town with lots of charm and also history (Watkins Glen Raceway)
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful views , extremely clean , comfortable beds and great location close to Watkins Glen fabulous waterfalls , Seneca Lake wineries and so much more !!! Cindy was so warm , friendly and helpful in every way .
5.0 / 5.0
Absolutely wonderful place to stay. You will love walking the trails on the property, playing bocce or sitting by the fire outside drinking wine.
2.5 / 5.0
This property is amazing! We stayed here with another couple for two nights, and wish we had stayed longer so we could enjoy the house, lake views and walking trails even more. The house and property are so inviting that you'll want to spend a day there simply relaxing, drinking wine and enjoying the lake views. The house decor is beautiful - very clean and very high end. Both bedrooms overlook the lake with amazing views. We're already planning to return next year!
2.5 / 5.0
We had a great experience with both the owners and the property. Will definitely be back!
2.5 / 5.0
The home is spotless, beautiful and sits up above the lake on a bluff. It has essentially a wall of windows facing the deck and the lake. The views are amazing. Two bedrooms flank the large and comfortable living room with lovely views from everywhere. Each room has its own bathroom and every comfort is available. Our hosts were lovely people - fabulous to deal with and very helpful. I would recommend this rental to anyone. We had an idyllic stay.
2.5 / 5.0
Cindy and Ed were fantastic hosts. The home was immaculate and the views were stunning. I was even able to spot a pair of bald eagles on the last day. The house is minutes away from vineyards, Glen Falls, and local restaurants. Definitely plan to visit again. Looking forward to the next trip.
2.5 / 5.0
The location of this house is ideal for exploring the Finger Lakes; Lake Seneca, Keuka and Cayuga Lakes in particular. The view from the property overlooking Lake Seneca is amazing; especially at sunset. The house is exactly as described - Very clean, comfortable and inviting. And the hosts were incredibly gracious and helpful. It was a pleasure to get to spend time with them as well. I would recommend this house to my friends and family.
2.0 / 5.0
Lovely property in wooded area overlooking the lake. Gorgeous sunsets. Comfortable and clean. Modern kitchen and bath.
2.5 / 5.0
We had a wonderful stay. Great home, in a great location! The host and hostess live next door and very helpful with tips and recommendations to whatever you need. The home has fabulous sunset views and everything you need.
2.5 / 5.0
I would highly recommend this property for your trip to Lake Seneca. The living space is just as beautiful as the photos with an awesome view of the lake. It is also close to many wineries, breweries and trails.
2.5 / 5.0
The pictures do not do the property justice. Beautiful view on expansive deck of Seneca Lake. VERY close to Watkins Glen and lots of breweries and wineries and beautiful State Parks. GO TO WATKIN GLEN STATE PARK. Do the Gorge Trail.
The property is super clean and LOVE the layout - two bedrooms split plan both with King Beds and Ensuites. Great for couples. Well stocked kitchen and upgraded appliances. Owners live next door and very helpful and not intrusive. The only slight 'con' is the driveway to the property is a bit tricky but Cindy made sure we got there. Trails on the property also and nice cleared area if want a outdoor fire. We loved our stay and highly recommend the property, the area and parks.
2.5 / 5.0
The pictures don’t do this property justice! It’s very spacious, has great amenities, comfy beds and spectacular views of Seneca lake! Cindy and Ed were great hosts and very accessible! They provided us with all the tools for the charcoal grill and wood for the fire pit! It was too hot for us to use the pit, but we sat by it anyway to enjoy the views!
2.5 / 5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay. Cindy and Ed are welcoming and the house is perfect for 2 couples! The view off the deck is spectacular any time of the day and many wineries and places to visit are only minutes away. Highly recommend and would stay again if we return to the area.
2.5 / 5.0
Fantastic property for 2 couples, great secluded location but near Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen. Hosts were helpful and accommodating but not intrusive.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Seneca Lake?
The average price for a rental in Seneca Lake is $291 per night. This rental is $255 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View. 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 Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and laundry.
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