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East Seneca Lake Cottage Nestled Amongst the Trees, Near Watkins Glen

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Beach nearby
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9136 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

East Seneca Lake Cottage Nestled Amongst the Trees, Near Watkins Glen

Explore all the Finger Lakes has to offer at Etal! Latin meaning "and others," Etal is located just minutes from Watkins Glen, and a short drive to Ithaca. This lovely quintessential cabin in the woods features fantastic Seneca Lake views and level lakefront. Offering accommodations for a group of 9, Etal offers three bedrooms, a loft and bunk house. Inside, beautiful knotty pine hugs both the walls and ceilings throughout Etal. The entry level layout flows freely from one room to the next with large windows and sliding glass doors accenting the lake views from the distance. Once in the kitchen, tall white custom cabinets hold all the cooking and baking ware your group of travelers could need for preparing your favorite meals. Granite countertops and stone backsplash add a special decorative touch to an already well-designed room. Being a seasonal home, dinning is done alfresco on the lakeside deck. A small table top inside acts as a breakfast bistro, or game table for two. The living room provides a cozy retreat any time of day. The Cozy blue sofas welcome you with comfortable seating for a cup of coffee to start your day, or a glass of Finger Lakes wine to end the night with. Completing the entry level, you'll find one of the three private bedrooms and the full bath. The lower level features the third private bedroom and half bath. All beds have ** NEW MATTRESSES**. House water comes from the Lake and is filtered. While it is safe to bathe with, please bring your own beverages. Outside, a covered patio off the lower level hosts a hot tub and outside shower. The nearby bunk house offers additional living space and trundle style sleeping. The stairway to the lakefront provides a landing midway down to stop and take in the panoramic view. Once at the lakefront, 80'of useable natural level frontage is available and enjoyable for guests of all ages to get in and out of the water. The large dock offers plenty of space for sun bathing, fishing, or just visiting with friends and family. Located right in the heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, Etal has several fine wineries nearby such as Catherine Valley Winery, Silver Springs, J.R. Dill Winery and Chateau LaFayette Reneau. Enjoy a day trip into Watkins Glen and visit Watkins Glen International for a race or one of their many events throughout the summer. Hike a Watkins Glen State Park and enjoy dinner out on Captain Bill's Cruise Boat, or at the Seneca Harbor Station. You'll experience endless summer fun when you choose Etal as your Finger Lakes vacation destination! Call and book your reservation today!

Property manager

stacy pike

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1468 sq ft (136 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Burdett, NY

What's nearby

  • Grist Iron Brewing Company - 6 min walk
  • Seneca Harbor - 12 min drive
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 13 min drive
  • Watkins Glen International - 21 min drive
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerlando's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Glenora Wine Cellars - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bleachers Sports Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is East Seneca Lake Cottage Nestled Amongst the Trees, Near Watkins Glen pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at East Seneca Lake Cottage Nestled Amongst the Trees, Near Watkins Glen?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at East Seneca Lake Cottage Nestled Amongst the Trees, Near Watkins Glen?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is East Seneca Lake Cottage Nestled Amongst the Trees, Near Watkins Glen located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Grist Iron Brewing Company and J.R. Dill Winery. Damiani Wine Cellars and Atwater Estate Vineyards are also within 1 mi (2 km).

East Seneca Lake Cottage Nestled Amongst the Trees, Near Watkins Glen Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Loved the place. The bunk house had loads of cobwebs though and doesn't look like it has been used in a while so no one in our group wanted to use it. I just have an overall issue with the increased prices of VRBO's with the added fees. There is a company that managed this property and then VRBO's fees on top of that made it expensive. VRBO properties used to be comparable to nice hotels but now they are well above that. Hope that can change because we love staying in houses as opposed to hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert C., Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent View and Value
We absolutely loved out stay! Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic lake cottage
My family of 9 loved the quirkiness of the place. The kitchen was very well equipped and the overall vibe was very relaxing. My only complaint would be that a lot of the doors did not latch properly. We would stay again though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay in private lakefront home
This is a very nice quant home secluded in
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Venue
This is a very nice location. The place was neat and well maintained. The biggest pluses are very private and secluded location, plenty of beds, modern appliances, amazing sunsets, quiet lake area, vineyards, brewers and distilleries are minutes away, restaurants minutes aways and Watkins Glen is maybe 10 minutes away. The only minuses are: 64 Steps from the house to the dock, critters and bugs, some mud if it rains hard, tight turns to get in, no central AC and no boat launch within a few miles. This place is in the woods up on a bluff. If you have mobility issues it may not be for you. When you're in the woods you can expect creepy crawlers and creepy critters...if you can't deal with that there's plenty of hotels just down the road in Watkins Glen. That said; if you want a quiet, private, romantic and beautiful venue for a few days this place is excellent. 9 out of 10 IMHO
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great waterfront retreat
Pros: 1. great spot on the lake. 2. nice large private dock (kayaks included) 3. upper deck has a tranquil, treehouse feeling 4. large, private wooded lot 5. house is large but still has a quaint cabin charm and nicely updated kitchen and bathroom. 6. dog friendly 7. good proximity to Watkins and several breweries / wineries. Cons: 1. The house can sleep 9 but only bathe 1. Wasn't a problem for me, but larger groups would have trouble. 2. The water pressure is a known issue at times. The book says to call someone or fix yourself if this happens. It's only a problem in the shower, but I didn't bother calling about it. For the extra $100 fee they charge when booking I would've thought they'd fix it before I got there. 3. Could use some lighting in the foyer. 4. No A/C. Just fans. Fine with me, but might bother some. note: if walking to nearby breweries / wineries, realize that the road the cabin is on is VERY steep. The walk will take a little longer than expected. Also, once on the main road, cars drive fast (50+mph). It's like walking on the shoulder of a small highway. We did it once and opted to drive the other days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layton G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time at the lake
Great house over looking seneca lake. Beatiful and quiet. Privat pier for swimming and relaxing. Great views frim the deck while grilling. Convenient to local attractions. Watkins Glen Gorge is a must see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
We had such an amazing time. Thank you so much for being so attentive and being readily available when/if we needed anything. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kelly M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute
The cabin was cute and comfortable. Everything was as expected. Unfortunately, there were large cockroaches all over the house. Some pest mantinence is definitely needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

GretchenB B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay But Could Have Used Cleaning
The property was perfectly situated on Seneca Lake and access to the house was uncomplicated. While we enjoyed our time there, the bathroom, and in particular the shower, seemed as if it hadn't been cleaned in a very long time. Obvious cleaning tasks such as removing the last inhabitant's ball of hair from the drain weren't done. The outdoor shower ended up more preferable. While I fully understand this cabin is smack in the middle of the woods, there were a sizeable amount of well-established and old cobwebs in every room and a few sightings of cockroaches in the morning in the kitchen. Outside of these problems that seem easily remedied for someone else in the future, we loved the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary E.

A bit rustic, but fun!
Pros: lake front, fun, holds a large family, eating on the porch was relaxing, location, hot tub Cons: could use a deep clean: items in kitchen cabinets a bit grimy, musty smell lower level, come prepared with drinking water Overall, we had a great time. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Maria W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rustic
Family and friends vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
So much fun!
This was a great place to stay, with the perfect amount of privacy and fun! It looks exactly like the pictures, and we had no issues what so ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
The house was perfect, in every way. The location is excellent. All the amenities were there. It is such a fun house to stay in. Thank you very much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
We had a great time in the cabin. The only “issues” we had were the bugs that got into the house but most of us were okay killing them and moving on. The stairs down to the lake were a trek but worth it. We stayed in mid September and nights were quite cold or hot. Pack for both. If you’re looking for a rustic stay this is a great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alora B.

Girl’s Trip
My friends and I stayed here this past weekend and overall we had a great time! I was a little surprised because it lists 2 bathrooms so I assumed 2 full baths. The main bathroom and beautiful but the second is just a utility room with a toilet and it was kind of dirty, spider webs and dead bugs. The outdoor shower was nice. The cabin is very rustic! No insulation, a/c or heat. There seemed to be a lot of spiders but that’s what you get with a cabin in the woods so it didn’t really bother us. Hot tub was clean and nice. The dock area and absolutely beautiful! There was 1 step that was loose but other than that they felt safe and sturdy. They give you 2 kayaks to use and tons of other equipment to use, which is great. The kitchen was great, very clean and well equipped. Overall we had a great weekend and would probably come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Great location with a beautiful view
A beautiful getaway vacation with our family for a few days. The house is tucked away in the middle of the woods, yet opens up to a beautiful view of Seneca Lake. Upon arrival we found a very clean kitchen and bathrooms, with all the amenities that we needed. We love to cook and were surprised at the fully equipped kitchen to meet our needs. Plenty of space for the 8 of us to be comfortable. Best part of the evenings - building a fire literally 2 feet from the water's edge in the fire pit. We brought our own wood, but did notice a few piles of split wood throughout the property. Please keep in mind - this is a rustic house in the middle of the woods. You can expect to find an occasional spider or bug throughout. It's part of living in the woods which our family is used to; however, might not be for everyone. Also, for planning purposes, you'll want to bring your own drinking water, as there is a recommendation in the information folder to not drink the water. And according to my youngest daughter, it's 68 steps down to the dock and the water. We got a fantastic leg workout during the week! It was a unanimous family vote to return here next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
This place was located right by the water and so close to town. Proximity to wineries and breweries was great as well. Although if you don’t like bugs or have bad allergies to mold this may not be the place for you. The cabin was well stocked with anything you may need for lake fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dale P.

Great location
Beautiful location! Sunsets were amazing. You are right above the water and in a heavily wooded area. My niece informed me it is 67 steps to go to the water. This cabin is a slight step above tent camping. Everything was clean but it is old. Very Buggy, Screens on windows need replacing and screen door is our of square. No screen door on the door at all so the bugs come in from everywhere. Couches and mattresses have seen better days but linen was clean. We took air mattresses just in case and used them. No A/C but a ton of fans everywhere. Very hot in there during the day and cold late at night. We had a blast but we didn't spend much time in the cabin. We were in the lake or out hiking most the time. We will definitely go back to the area again but not stay here again. I would prefer somewhere more updated. All the people we ran in to were incredibly nice and I can not wait to return to this region next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Meg T., Irvington, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Mixed feelings about lodging
Property manager declined to answer questions about kitchen supplies, sleeping cabin distance, and water, which was frustrating since we needed safe drinking water as there were children, someone who was pregnant, and a senior in our group. We were particularly disappointed to find out that safe drinking water would not be provided, though pictures of the cabin show the water/dispenser. Unfortunately for us, we arrived during a heat wave, so even with fans we were hot and particularly uncomfortable trying to sleep on 100% polyester sheets. We used fold out sofa in living room instead of the sleeping cabin (just 10 steps from the house via deck walkway, with trundle downstairs and 2 air mattresses in loft), because the door doesn't lock. Also, most of the doors interior/exterior the cabin don't have knobs or latches. When we arrived the lower exterior door was wide open, and it didn't stay closed well, even with a lock. We also learned upon arrival that the bottom of the lake is covered with small mussels that crush and cut your feet when you walk on them. Would have liked to know this in advance, and would have brought our own water shoes. Bins of old water shoes were available for use. Positives - kitchen was really well stocked with all supplies you'd need for cooking including a food processor, drip coffee machine/grinder, and hand mixer. The lake is beautiful! We had a great time on the water and exploring the area. Watkins Glen hike is fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful spot
We love everything about this place and hope to be back! I only gave the property manager a poor rating b/c I tried to reach her before we left with a question about whether or not the property had electric fans. No response. I was able to reach her on the day we checked out with a question about garbage.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bonny H.

Great Location But Beware Of The Cabin's Water
Fantastic location and dock. We could not drink the water: we discovered that the water is directly from the lake with only a sediment filter. One of my daughters became very sick from drinking the water the first night. As long as you bring you own water the cabin is lovely, but rustic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

allison m.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
Perfect location, cute cabin. Interesting book selection in “kids” loft. Dead mouse and lots of spiders/cockroaches but that is expected in the woods. Overall nice rustic cabin with beautiful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stacey P., Elba, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation Rental
Great Family Vacation spot. Easy ten min. drive to Watkins Glen for shopping and restaurants. Updated kitchen and bathroom. Keep in mind the driveway to the property is steep. Also keep in mind the stairway to the lakefront is steep but once down there the large dock is great with plenty of space. Hot tub and Kayaks were a great added bonus as well. Was slightly disappointed that there was not a firepit as stayed in amenities. Only complaint would be new mattresses are needed for all beds. All other accommodations were great!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Christine V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a rustic cabin that needs a little attention
While the lake views were spectacular, there were a few things I wish we would have known before booking our stay. Most importantly there is no heat or air conditioning, which would have been fine if we were better prepared. Temps were cold at night and the bedding was not appropriate for the temps. Additionally the beds were all very old and mattresses thin and uncomfortable. There were a ton of spiders and cobwebs on the frame of one of the downstairs beds which could have easily been cleaned and the lighting in every room was poor. There was a constant leak from the sink in the downstairs half bath that required us to mop up the floor each day and they provided minimal linens which meant we had to continuously run wash to keep up with the leak. The outside decks and steps were covered with mold and mildew which made for a very slippery and dangerous surface. The railing down to the lake was not secure and therefore two of our older guests who were not so steady on their feet were unable to join us down by the lake. Even the decks and stairs attached to the house were slippery as was the path from the parking area to the house. While I realize this is a cabin in the woods and we were fine with it being rustic, it just would have been nice to have a realistic expectation about the rental so that we could have made an educated choice as to whether this property was appropriate for our group. There was also the frustration of not having any basic supplies upon arrival (toilet paper, paper towels, soap, dish detergent). We arrived late at night and some starter supplies would have made our experience much more enjoyable. Also, we had 4 cars and had a hard time fitting them all in the parking area. It was also extremely muddy which made it difficult not to drag mud into the home. This place has a lot of potential but some attention to a few key maintenance issues would go a long way.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022