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Seneca Lake Access | Hot Tub, Pool & Arcade

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A wooden cabin with a deck, surrounded by a gravel area and trees.
Outdoor spa tub
A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Hector, NY
  • Place, Bloomer Creek Vineyard
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen International
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Seneca Lake Access | Hot Tub, Pool & Arcade

Nestled among the trees just steps from Seneca Lake, Seneca Lake Access offers a unique combination of privacy, recreation, and convenience. Whether you're planning a family vacation, lake getaway, wine country adventure, or relaxing retreat with friends, this spacious A-frame provides the perfect home base for exploring the Finger Lakes.

One of the property's most unique features is its proximity to Smith Memorial Park. Guests can walk to the park and Seneca Lake in approximately five minutes (about ten minutes with young children or those with limited mobility). During the summer season, the park features a lifeguarded swim beach, dock, boat launch, picnic areas, grills, playgrounds, and beautiful views of Seneca Lake.

Unlike many lake-access properties, you'll enjoy the benefits of being close to the water while still returning to the privacy and space of a large wooded setting. As the only permanent residence on the road leading to the park, the property feels remarkably secluded despite being just minutes from Watkins Glen and many of the Finger Lakes' most popular attractions.

The outdoor spaces are designed for making memories together. Spend your days at the lake, then return home to soak in the hot tub, cool off in the seasonal plunge pool, gather around the oversized fire pit, enjoy dinner on the outdoor dining deck, or challenge family and friends to a friendly putting competition.

Inside, the home offers comfortable accommodations across three levels, highlighted by a vaulted great room with a wall of windows, spacious gathering areas, and a large eat-in kitchen designed for bringing people together.

The lower level has become a guest favorite, featuring custom boat beds and a 300-square-foot arcade that provides hours of entertainment for kids and adults alike.

Located near Watkins Glen, wineries, breweries, waterfalls, hiking trails, and countless Finger Lakes attractions, Seneca Lake Access offers the perfect balance of adventure, relaxation, and family fun.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this vacation home's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Seneca Lake. A hot tub, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Seneca Lake and a 3-minute drive from Bloomer Creek Vineyard
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a hot tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The family-friendly vacation home also features a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

No Parties or Events | Quiet Hours from 10PM - 7AM | Minimum age to rent: 21
Dogs are only authorized pet allowed (max 2 w/ fee per dog) | Sec Deposit required of $300. Deposit to be processed by Host on Guest's Credit Card.
NO Smoking | Garbage and recycling MUST be separated, and everything put in the totes must be bagged except cardboard.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Family Friendly Private Lake House Lake Access Smith Park Hector
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Family Friendly Private Lake House Lake Access Smith Park
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Seneca Lake Access | Hot Tub, Pool & Arcade Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was wonderful and we would definitely stay here again on our next trip to the Finger Lakes. The house is spacious and very clean, with beautiful lake views from many windows. The hosts, Annie and Gary, were very accommodating and communicative, letting us check in early due to a snow storm that came through and checking the next morning to see if we needed a plow. The location is great, near many of the breweries we wanted to visit on this trip, with good food nearby as well. Our pup loved it too!
Snowy Seneca Lake view from the front deck/patio.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Finger Lakes family trip!

The house was fantastic - all amenities as described - plus the location and proximity to everything was amazing! Cleanliness was wonderful, communication was great and overall we couldn’t be happier with our stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Life

A beautiful lake property with wonderful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

Everything was great! Its location is private but still closer to town. Near many wineries. House was super clean and nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Great stay, great place! Close to activities and very responsive owners! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at Annie and Gary's home a few weeks ago. We love that we were able to bring our dog as we do not travel without her. House was clean and obviously large enough for my family. Location was wonderful and it really is about a 10 min walk to the water/beach. We walked our dog over to Smith Park daily and were able to take her swimming too!! Few hiccups during our stay but Annie and Gary were very quick to respond and resolve any issues. Would absolutely recommend staying here and hope to again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Finger Lakes cabin!

We loved the location of this cabin! Would absolutely stay here again. Easy to find and easy check-in. Great space with everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Are family vacation was fun. The area is pretty. The hot tub was wonderful. The house was very roomy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for what we needed

This house was very nice and comfortable. The hot tub was definitely a bonus and location was very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels like home

This house was perfect for our stay, a relaxing time in the woods but close to the lake. It’s a lovely setup and such a large space for a family or group of friends to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

2nd time we were there. Hot tub is very nice addition. Owners very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family friendly stay!

This was the perfect place to stay for our Winter break with our teenagers. The location was great and the hot tub was perfect for the snowy/icy weather we had! Communication with the owners was great. We enjoyed every aspect and wish we could have stayed longer. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maureen m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake seneca

It was was a wonderful stay in a beautiful house.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for family vacation

This was our 4th stay and we still love it. Great house, great location. Perfect for all 3 generations. My 7-year-old granddaughter says it's her favorite place in the world :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake House

All ages in our group had a wonderful time. The house itself was exactly what we were looking for, clean and comfortable. There were many things to do in the area and easy to get to. It was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best of the Best

Great quiet place, super comfortable, had everything necessary for a wonderful visit and of course a hot tub and pool. Beautiful views to the lake, nature and stars gazing ✨
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah K.

Wonderful home to vacation at!!!

The house was absolutely beautiful! It was perfectly clean in every way! The pool was beautiful and our kids enjoyed every minute of it! Thank you so much for a memorable vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Wonderful week at Seneca Lake

This was our second stay at the Lake House and once again everything was wonderful. The house has everything you need and Seneca Lake is a short walk away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deepthi F.

Lovely home with lots of amenities

The house had everything we needed! Kids loved the air hockey and swimming in the pool. It was easy to get to Watkins glen, Ithaca, and Seneca falls. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay!

Our family has been coming here for years and we always have a wonderful time. This year was no exception. The hot tub is a great addition.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tabatha V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property

Definitely a 10/10. Loved our stay - owners have done a wonderful job making sure you have a comfortable stay. They were super fast in responding and absolutely no issues!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The hosts thought of everything!

Beautiful, clean property. Everything was perfect. We can't wait to return next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vaca

Enjoyed our stay very much and appreciated all the amenities provided by the owners! House was nice and private, comfortable, and plenty of room to spread out for the five of us!! Checking in was a breeze as well and no problems at all with communication!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Perfect location for my bachelorette party! The house was great, and it was only a short distance away from the lake, beautiful waterfalls, Watkins Glen and many fantastic wineries! Thank you Gary and Annie for the wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023