Within a short walk of Silver Thread Vineyard, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Wagner Vineyards. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
Glenora Wine Cellars - 45 min drive - 29.9 miles
Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard - 54 min drive - 36.7 miles
Getting around
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Glenora Wine Cellars - 37 min drive
Fingerlicks - 9 min drive
Classic Cafe - 44 min drive
Scale House Brewery - 9 min drive
Toni's Diner - 11 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.
Cozy Cottage with 45' Lake Frontage and Kayaks
Our cozy cottage is in the heart of wine country and overlooks Seneca Lake from the east side, so the sunsets are amazing and filled with spectacular colors. Set among summer cottages and homes in a rustic/country-style neighborhood, our property has 45 feet of lake frontage with a dock. Depending on the weather and day of the week, the atmosphere on this uncongested lake ranges from calm and peaceful to joyful and fun.
Our newly renovated cottage features a luxurious bathroom with a whirlpool tub, an open floor plan between the kitchen and living room, and a deck with a comfortable patio set and gas grill. There are two sliding glass doors that lead from the living room to the deck, which allow for nice lake views through the surrounding trees. Four adults or three adults and two children can sleep comfortably in this one bedroom cottage with a queen-size bed, a twin-size bed, and a full-size pullout couch.
The lakefront has a shaded area with a bonfire ring and picnic table, as well as a sunny dock. You can borrow the owner's 4 kayaks, peddle boat, and row boat, and use camp chairs that are the boat shed. There's something for everyone, including swimming, boating, kayaking, long walks along a dirt road through vineyards, fishing, and romantic evenings watching the sunset and drinking local wine.
Amenities:
- luxurious bathroom with whirlpool tub - fully stocked kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, cookware, and utensils - We don't supply live TV, but you can access any of your own apps through our Roku. Also, if you get live TV through Hulu or Sling, for example, you can log in to it through our Roku. - high speed internet - air conditioning - clean linens provided - clothes washer and dryer - 45 feet of lake frontage - 2 kayaks, 1 peddle boat, and 1 row boat - parking for two vehicles - queen-size bed in bedroom, twin-size bed in main room, and full-size pullout couch in living room - deck facing the lake with a comfortable patio set and gas grill - the lakefront has a shaded area with a bonfire ring and picnic table, as well as a sunny dock. You can borrow the owner's two kayaks, peddle boat, and rowboat, life preservers, and use the extra chairs that are kept in the boat shed - access to the lake frontage from the yard is by way of a sturdy staircase or by a short road that goes around the neighborhood (about 1/4 mile to our frontage). The staircase has about 75 steps. The run for the steps is 11 inches, which is nice, and there are three decks with benches, in case anyone needs to rest or wants to see the view. It's also very handy to be able to drive down if you're carrying coolers, towels, etc., or are taking some small kids down all at once. The road is for limited use, especially on busy weekends, but it is there when you need it.
The area is incredibly dense with wineries overlooking the lake. You can have a great time touring the area and tasting wines. THERE ARE MORE THAN 10 WINERIES AND A BREWERY WITHIN A 10 MINUTE DRIVE, AND ONE WINERY WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE. The property is 15 minutes from Watkins Glen, home of the Watkins Glen International Race Track and the Watkins Glen Gorge. At the Glen Harbor Marina, take a ride on Captain Bill's Sightseeing Boat, the Seneca Legacy Dinnercruise Boat, or the Malibar/True Love Sailboat. Our cottage is also surrounded by the Finger Lakes National Forest, with hiking trails. You-pick fruit orchards and honor-system fruit and vegetable stands are available frequently during the summer and fall. Skyland Farm, a fine-craft gallery with items from 500+ artists and a feeding farm, is a must-see. The cuisine in the area is delicious with dining atmospheres ranging from casual to elegant. Many of the restaurants offer local, farm-fresh foods. Two miles across the lake, the Rainbow Cove Restaurant has slips for boats.
Here are some of the local events: - Finger Lakes Wine Festival, July - Nascar races at Watkins Glen International Racetrack, Watkins Glen, NY - Lodi Bluegrass Festival, October, Lodi, NY
For those willing to drive a little farther, other attractions include the Museum of the Earth, which is 30 minutes away, and Ithaca, NY (a 45 minute drive), with many musical venues and a wide variety of international cuisine. The Corning Museum of Glass as well as the Rockwell Museum are also 50 minutes away in Corning, NY. Some of the festivals and events held in the area include the following.
- Blue Heron Music Festival, July, Findley Lake, NY - Grassroots Music Festival, July, Trumansburg, NY - Sterling Renaissance Festival, part of July and August, Sterling, NY - Festival of the Arts, July, Corning, NY - Grape Festival, September, Naples, NY - Cohocton Fall Festival, October, Cohocton, NY - Annual Apple Festival & Craft Show, October, Schodack, NY
Approval for Dogs Visiting the Property:
Please contact the owner for approval of dogs, and be willing to provide the breed or mix of breeds, weight, age, and sex. The following breeds, whether the dog is a purebred or has one of these breeds in his/her mix, cannot stay at our lake house/cottage: American Bulldog (English Bulldog ok); Cane Corso; Chow; Doberman Pinschers (miniature ok); German Shepherd; Husky: Akita, Malamute, Samoyed, Siberian; Mastiff/Bullmastiff; Pit Bulls: American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terriers, or Staffordshire Bull Terriers; Presa Canarios; Rottweiler
If dogs with these breeds are staying at the lake house/cottage, then there is no liability insurance for any reason at all during that time, even if the cause has nothing to do with the dog, so this rule cannot be bent.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Property manager
Mike & Mary Callahan
Languages
English
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General
Unit size: 650 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Pet approval details- end of property description
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this cottage?
This cottage is located in Lodi within a short 11-minute walk of Silver Thread Vineyard. You'll also find Wagner Vineyards and Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Cozy Cottage with 45' Lake Frontage and Kayaks?
With a stay at this lakeside cottage, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each accommodation plus kitchens and lake views in some.
Are there hot tubs at Cozy Cottage with 45' Lake Frontage and Kayaks?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.
How far is the airport from this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is about 22.2 mi away. Another top airport is Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional), which is around 27.7 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Cozy Cottage with 45' Lake Frontage and Kayaks?
Yes, every accommodation at Cozy Cottage with 45' Lake Frontage and Kayaks comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.
Cozy Cottage with 45' Lake Frontage and Kayaks Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 95 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kathy F.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and secluded
Property and house were a great for us and our dog. Good location to the vineyards on the western side of Seneca lake.
Kathy F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Pamela E.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Seneca weekend
Had a nice time other than the mixup. It was a clean, and lovely place.
Pamela E.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
David L.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wknd Getaway
The house clean and details provided about the listing were very accurate. My wife enjoyed jetted tub. Location was excellent and easy to get following directions and information about the roads near cottage. The fenced in yard for dogs was very convenient . We only stayed one day and it rained but would be an excellent spot to view a beautiful sunset that the area is known for .
David L.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill K.
Oct 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage on Senaca Lake
A great, relaxing stay at s clean, warm abd cozy cottage. Spectacular view of the lake. Most relaxing and enjoyable.
Bill K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bruno M.
Oct 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage on the bluff
Nice place to journey from and enjoy the activities in surrounding area with a nice place to have a fire near the lake. Perfect time of year if you don't like crowds.
Bruno M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
beth b.
Sep 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil
The cozy cottage lived up to its name! Views were breathtaking.
Great get away! 3 days was a tease. Longer next time.
beth b.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristy M.
Sep 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Kristy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ericka B.
May 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking trip
Perfect small cottage for us and our dogs. Mary and her husband were very accommodating and we had a great time. Perfect home base for our trip that centered around hiking state parks.
Ericka B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
May 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, owners are very kind, can't beat the Finger Lakes
Very nice cottage and beach and as is often the case, lakefront spots are always even better in person. Owner very responsive and friendly. Just can't beat the Finger Lakes!
Greg M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth G., Branchburg NJ
Oct 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage!
Mike and Mary were wonderful hosts. Very prompt with answering questions and just very easy to talk to. The cottage was lovely and the location on the lake couldn’t have been better Super close to several wineries and breweries. Mike and Mary put together a great list of recommendations that was super useful. Highly recommend this adorable little cottage.
Elizabeth G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Yana F.
Sep 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay in the Cozy Cottage
My husband, I and our dog had a great week long stay at Mary's and Mike's cozy cottage. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Great outdoor deck with a fenced in yard below it for our pup! The views from the deck were amazing. The stairs going down were no problem and the lakefront was wonderful. Our pup loved playing and swimming in the water and we loved taking the kayaks out. Mary and Mike were very friendly and responsive with any questions we had. Loved our stay and hope to come back again!
Yana F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steven M., Hillsborough
Aug 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Great Location
The cottage was indeed cozy, perfect for a lakeside house. Kitchen was well equipped and clean, had everything we needed. Loved having the kayaks, we took a couple trips out on the lake in our short 3 night stay. The water front area is not ideal for swimming, but I still took a couple dips after kayaking...
Great area - lots of wineries plus Watkins Glen and Taughannock Falls State park less than 25 minutes away. Geneva, only 35 minutes to the north, is another "cool" little finger lake town(small city) on the north end of the lake - "Lake Trout Capital of the World"
Steven M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Amy M.
Aug 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Not exactly like pictures and as describes
The house itself was clean and roomy. Had things been working properly and communication happened up front it would have been less disappointing. Pictures in the Liston are outdated. While the pictures show all the steps to the lake, the pictures show new well maintained steps, now the steps are ages and slippery. They need to be power washed. The fenced in yard is great for dogs but had now been mowed. The cold water in the whirlpool tubsb did not work. The lakeside area was junky with actually the owners stuff next to the dock area for this cabin. The picture left to show what area was shared and what was for each of the cabins did not look anything like what it looked like once down there. There were many rules including only making one trip down to the lakeside area per day, but if unable to go up and down the stairs, that should have been disclosed within the cancelation timeframe. The beach area was actually full of grass so it wasn’t really conducive to swimming. Or paddleboating. The house itself was great. The amenities we thought we would be able to enjoy as a “lakefront house” were not represented accurately in a timely fashion that would allow someone to make a decision about whether it was a property they would enjoy renting.
Amy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynn H., Hilliard, OH USA
Aug 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake View
We really enjoyed our stay at this cute little cabin. It was very clean and enough space for our dogs and the two of us. The 75 stairs were not an issue at all, in fact, sometimes we went up and down a couple times a day. We loved taking the kayaks out. On our last evening around 7:00 pm we kayaked down the left and saw four huge bald eagles. That was amazing. There were a lot of good wineries and restaurants in the area. All of them were excellent. The view was so pretty. Also close to Watkins Glen and many other state parks. I would highly recommend this place to anyone.
Lynn H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Christina A.
Jul 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Know before you book
There are 100 steps down to the lake - yes, I counted twice.. This property is ABOVE the lake. It is a converted garage right on the 1.3 mile dirt road - do NOT bring a nice car. If you have any mobility issues, the steps to the lake can be slippery and it is steep. The kayaks are great! The cottage is dated but has everything you need. It is suggested NOT to drink the water as it is lake water and you need to bring your own toilet paper-weird. Perhaps I did not read the description well, but I wish I had known these things before I booked. The owner was very responsive when we needed ant traps.
Christina A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Syes S.
Jun 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Loved everything
Syes S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sally W.
Jun 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay at a Great Location with our Dogs!!
We had a relaxing and comfortable stay at Mike and Mary's cottage. There is a wonderful deck over looking a fenced in yard and Seneca Lake. The 75 steps down to the lake sounds daunting, but it was actually not a problem at all! I took advantage of the view off the deck and painted the beautiful scenery. If you paint, I encourage you to bring your easel and paints! Our two small dogs had a great time feeling the independence of walking out the sliding doors in the kitchen, onto the deck, down the stairs and inspecting the yard! The yard was also large enough for 15 pound dogs to play Frisbee! Mary was very kind and communicative and made sure any concerns we had were addressed. We appreciated her help and information! We met Mike one day while returning from a fun day touring the wineries, we had a lovely conversation about the history of his family in the area and their future plans. We would absolutely recommend the "Cozy Cottage" on Seneca Lake, so close to many great dog friendly restaurants and wineries! You will have a great time!
Sally W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley S.
May 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time in Seneca Lake
My husband and I enjoyed our time at the cozy cottage. It was very spacious and had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable! The views from the deck were great! We had breakfast on the deck so we could relax and take in the views. Overall we loved the cottage and would stay again.
Ashley S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stacy R.
May 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
My spouse and I booked a getaway in late April. The cottage was clean, cute and so close to multiple fantastic wineries. It was a rainy weekend so we didn’t get to enjoy the lake, but will have to book Cozy Cottage again for future weekends!
Stacy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela S., Interlaken, NY
Apr 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Cozy Cottege Stay
My husband and I enjoyed being able to stay in such a beutiful part of the region and still be close to our kids. Everything went so smootly with the directions getting to this private little paridise from Mary made it so easy. We enjoyed having such a resposive host. Would highly recommend staying here. We will be back again for sure. The place was just as pictured and very clean. I had no complants of the property. I love the way they made the space feel so open and have the double set of slidding doors to see the views from everywhere. The deck was so enjoyable to sit out on and watch the sunrise and listen to the sounds of nature. We loved being down on the lake dock to watch the sunset. Our stay was such a peaceful and relaxing visit from our overly busy lives. The full kitchen was wonderful to have, but love that this place is so central to so many restarunts and things to do within 30 minutes. We walked the stairs down to and up from the lakeshore, just as told it was like 75 steps, but nothing to bad and felt safe on the steps. Loved being able to take a bath with the jets and candles. We needed this refreasher for just one night, but planning a longer getaway in this beautiful place.
Angela S.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicole H.
Feb 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay in this cozy cottage!
We had an amazing stay in this cute cottage! I loved the adorable coziness of the cottage, the fenced in yard was perfect for our dog. We enjoyed kayaking and the paddle boat. Everything was perfect! We can't wait to stay again!
Nicole H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kyle N.
Feb 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in wine country
Great place with amazing view of water
Kyle N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tammy S.
Dec 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Deck the halls wine trail
The cabin was perfect after our long day on the wine trail. The hosts were great and everything was clean and tidy!
Tammy S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
2/10 Terrible
Russell H.
Oct 24, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
unsafe
upon arriving and entering bathroom our first problem happened... the bathroom heater was broken. the jacuzzi tub cold water side did not work. a note told us to run the cold water from the shower faucet to fill up tub. then the unattached step to get into tub fell away when stepped on. i was pretty seriously hurt. i injured my leg, banged the back of my head and hurt my shoulder. needless to say i removed the unsafe step immediately.. when makin our way to very high steps leading to water there was a pavilion on top of the hill . it very cluttered with pieces of lumber and assorted debris. also like the railings going down , no railing pickets. the building in question was being supported on one side by a car jack on a piece of wood. very dangerous. the inside of rental was dirty and very dated. we loved the area but the place was terrible.
Russell H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
phillip l.
Oct 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as listed
It's a very well designed 650 square feet! More spacious than you would think.