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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and large windows.
A room with a dining table, chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A house with a patio, outdoor seating, and a view of the landscape.
A kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, sink, and window overlooking the ocean.
A park with a view of a lake and distant hills.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Montour Falls, NY
  • Place, Seneca Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen International
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Montour Falls

Seneca Lake is within a mile (2 km) of this vacation home, and other popular attractions like Watkins Glen State Park are within a few miles (5 km). The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Seneca Lake - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Seneca Harbor - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Watkins Glen International - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Cornell University - 41 min drive - 30.6 miles

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chef's Gathering - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

GORGEOUS SENECA LAKE & WATKINS GLEN VILLAGE VIEW!

The Sunset Guest House sits high above Seneca Lake and the views are STUNNING! If you're wanting to stay in Wine Country, this place is perfect! Just a few minutes from downtown Watkins Glen and centrally located to Ithaca, Horseheads and Corning. Home offers a private kitchen, living room, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The outdoor space is amazing for relaxing, taking in the gorgeous sunsets and enjoying the beauty of the Finger Lakes! Pets are allowed, pet fee is $35 per pet.

2 night minimum stay, 3 night minimum stay on special weekends and holidays.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
See Departure Instructions in Welcome Book.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pet fee is $35/pet. Pets should not be left alone. Please sweep/vacuum any loose hair, clean up and properly dispose of any pet waste.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please clean up loose hair and pet waste.

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Montour Falls within a short 17-minute walk of Seneca Lake. You'll also find Watkins Glen State Park and Watkins Glen Beach within a short drive.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional), which is 21.9 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is located 29.1 mi away (47-minute drive).

GORGEOUS SENECA LAKE & WATKINS GLEN VILLAGE VIEW! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with amazing views. Trails close by for a morning run. Enough space to play family games while it rained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would 100% stay again. Great views, quiet location and possibly the most comfortable mattresses we've ever slept on in a rental property. You can't tell that from a picture but they were the best.Thanks for a great getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home with breathtaking views. Amazing Host!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful guest experience. Cottage was very clean, well stocked with every thing we needed. Shawna thought of everything guests might need. Location was perfect and the view of the lake was amazing. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice house, beautiful view, great location. House could have been a bit cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is 10/10. The cottage is older but charming. It was clean. :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay in a Great Location!We had a fantastic time at this vacation rental. The location was perfect—peaceful and scenic, yet just a short drive to town and lots of excellent restaurants. One of the highlights of our stay was enjoying the beautiful sunsets—absolutely stunning!The home was comfortable and had everything we needed. The owner was very kind and welcoming, and we appreciated getting to meet them on our last day. Their hospitality really added a personal touch to the experience.Overall, a great place to relax and explore the area. We'd definitely stay here again!
Beautiful sunset
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for only a few days. I wish it were longer. The house was perfect and the property amazing. The owner was a wonderful communicator and answered questions very quickly. Anything we needed was provided. I'm eager to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025