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Lakefront House on Seneca Lake

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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View from the driveway.  Enter into the knotty pine sun porch.
New front porch seating area added in 2021. With porch swing. Great lake views.
Terrace/patio
New porch seating area added in 2021.
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Geneva, NY
  • Place, Zugibe Vineyards
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hobart and William Smith Colleges
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

Other (See Description)

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront House on Seneca Lake

This inviting lakefront home is perfect for families. The large, private, fenced in yard keeps toddlers from going to the lake. The porch swing on the deck is a great place to watch awesome sunsets.

The house has spacious rooms and comfortable furniture. The great room has a fireplace and built in bookshelves that are full of books and games. Basic cable TV and wireless internet are available too. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishes, utensils and small appliances and dishwasher. The table in the dining area off the great room seats 8. Sunny breakfasts are delightful on the cozy, knotty pine porch.

The upstairs has 3 bedrooms with views of the lake and a 1/2 bath. One bedroom has 2 antique twins; another has a queen and 2 twins. The third is a small bedroom with 1 twin bed. The downstairs bedroom has a double bed and is near the bathroom.

The Bunkhouse is available as extra sleeping space. It has it’s own powder room and a set of bunk beds, but is not winterized. The bunkhouse 1/2 bath is available May through October.

The stairs to the lake are lit with solar lamps. Our waterfront includes a deck, a 50 ft long L shaped dock, and a swimming beach. You can use the canoe and swim to the raft (note - raft available between Memorial Day and Labor Day). The lake is about 5 ft. deep at the raft. Seneca Lake has excellent fishing and boating, with marina’s nearby to rent all types of boats. Cookout on the gas grill and roast marshmallows on the firepit. There is parking for 4 cars.

If you've been here as a guest of our renter, please mention it to us if you want to rent it yourself.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Noise - in respect for our neighbors: * outdoors quiet hours are 10 pm to 8 am. * otherwise keep outside music and other noise under control.
Parking * car limit is 4, including guest cars. * do not park beyond the white fence. * do not turn around in the neighbors driveway.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Geneva

Located in Geneva, this holiday home is on a lake. Rose Hill Mansion and Smith Center for the Arts are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Zugibe Vineyards and Three Brothers Wineries and Estates. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hobart & William Smith Tennis Center or Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Geneva, NY

What's nearby

  • Zugibe Vineyards - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ventosa Vineyards - 6 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Seneca Lake State Park - 9 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 13 min drive - 16.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪War Horse Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Water St Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront House on Seneca Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront House on Seneca Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront House on Seneca Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront House on Seneca Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Zugibe Vineyards and Three Brothers Wineries and Estates. Rose Hill Mansion and Ventosa Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very beat and clean. Tge location was great and the vuew was spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

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

Family Vacation on the Lake

Stayed here with my wife and 2 toddlers and it was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was excellent and well-maintained. The kitchen was well-stocked, as well as the bathrooms. The space was clean when we arrived. The views are beautiful, from the porch and from the great room. The host was incredibly responsive and helpful. Great property. Great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came here on a joint bachelor/bachelorette lowkey weekend and had the best time! The rooms and house were all very clean and had so much character and charm! The views of the lake the house comes with is absolutely breathtaking! We enjoyed every bit of the property and had such a fun time! Chuck and Chris were always available if we needed to contact them and we hope to stay again as our group wants to make this a tradition!
View from the dock of the lake.
View from the dock of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Weekend Retreat

Thoroughly enjoyed our weekend away. The house was nice, clean, comfortable and very spacious. Listing description is accurate. Great viewes of the lake! Good location for exploring both the Seneca and Cayuga lakes, towns and wineries.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at the Lakefront House on Seneca Lake from Friday, October 3rd through Monday, October 6th, and it was wonderful. The home has that classic lakefront cottage feel—knotty pine walls, wood floors that gently creak, and a cozy front porch with beautiful lake views—yet it’s updated with all the modern amenities you could want.The bedroom setup worked perfectly for our group of six. With four bedrooms, everyone had their own bed, and the house was very clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The location was excellent: wineries are very close by and just about 10 minutes to Geneva- grocery stores- fast food and anything else you might need. Also, it is an easy drive from Cleveland (I-90 nearly the whole way).Chuck and Chris were wonderful hosts—friendly, accommodating, and quick to respond when I had a question upon arrival. Communication was effortless!We had a fabulous time and look forward to booking with them again. Highly recommend!
Front of the cottage
Just before sunset
sunset day two
Firepit Fun
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

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

Best Magical Seneca Stay

The ultimate lake property - so sweet and comfortable. Perfectly kept. Wonderful owners. Great location!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean T.

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

Peaceful cottage with amazing views of the lake.

Excellent value, clean, charming, near wineries and restaurants. Very peaceful and great lake access. The owners were in contact and made check in easy. I am planning on visiting this wonderful cottage again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

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

Amazing Lake View

My family and I had a wonderful stay here while in town celebrating a family event. We were completely blown away by the view of the lake as soon as we walked into the house. The owners were wonderful and communicative. We would love to come back again for a relaxing getaway in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory R.

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

Seneca Lake Stay

Beautiful property, spacious with great views and access to Seneca Lake. Just wonderful. We would absolutely stay at this property again. Great communication from the owners
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucas R.

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

Beautiful Seneca Lake House

We had a wonderful time at this house. It is right on the lake where you can watch beautiful sunsets. The house was very clean and comfortable. Our family was able to relax while also hiking, visiting wineries and the historic sites. Overall, this is a great house to stay at when visiting the Finger Lakes.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Wonderful cottage

The cottage was very clean, well equipped and a charming “lake house”. The Carson’s couldn’t have been nicer to deal with. Enjoyed beautiful sunsets and evening fires in the great fire pit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shannon K.

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

Very nice house with beds for 11! The view was beautiful. The owners were terrific!

I would rent again if we had more people to enjoy it! There were 2 of us. The greatly stocked and the view was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nora N.

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

Excellent getaway

Spent four days at Chris and Chuck's cozy home with my college roommates. Hosts were very accommodating. House was clean and had everything we needed. Looking forward to returning again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

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

Great weekend

Wonderful! My sister and I, along with 5 friends totally enjoyed our stay at this lovely home. The view was beautiful, the house was clean and our host thought of everything we could possibly need. Everyone agreed, this was a perfect weekend and we hope to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moira K.

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

Amazing

I can not say enough good things about our experience! Beautiful property that was perfect for us! We had a wonderful weekend. there is so much to do on the property and nearby! And Chris and Chuck were perfect hosts. Thank you for being so helpful and your great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

10/10

I won serious bonus points with my friends for booking this house. The location can’t be beat, the lake views and dock were spectacular, everything was clean and stocked with everything we could need. I can’t say enough good things about this property. Stay here, you won’t regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z.

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

Amazing property!

This lake house was a hidden gem! These homeowners have thought of everything you might need and more! The view of the lake is the first thing you see as you walk through the door. Clean, comfortable beds, and an amazing porch out back. Clear communication on expectations and a list of recommendations for the area. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Perfect family vacation

From the moment we arrived we knew this would be a great vacation. Our 2 grandkids, 4 and 7, loved the yard and beach. We played badminton, corn hole, soccer, swung on the swing, kayaked, swam, searched for shells and rocks. Geneva is a short drive away for groceries, shopping and restaurants. AC was a bonus! We went for walks along the cottage road, watched the Olympics, read, played card games, did puzzles and napped. We loved the big picnic bench style dining area and the family gathering living room. Our 2 adult daughters stayed and son-in-law visited. Easy commute for them from work and Newark to come and go. The neighbors were quiet and friendly, private yard and beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maren S., Three Bridges, NJ

Perfect Lakefront House for a Relaxing Weekend with Friends and Pet

My friend and I spent a long weekend at this adorable lakehouse with her dog Kodiak. We were blown away with how well the property and home were taken care of and the little amenities around the house. It is very pet friendly which we (and Kodiak) appreciated, with a little pet area in the porch and a big fenced-in yard. We had a cloudy and rainy weather during our stay so we lost out on sitting outside enjoying the view, but we will definitely be back in the warmer weather so we can enjoy all aspects of the house. The location is also great - only 10 minutes from downtown Geneva and you can also visit wineries along Cayuga Lake which is about 20 minutes away. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone with dogs and for people looking to relax and enjoy the scenery!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect quiet lake house

We spent one week over New Year’s Eve at Chris and Chucks cosy lake house. It was a super relaxing and quiet week. The house had more than everything we need. It is very well equipped with a very nice and tasteful style. Old wooden rocking chairs, old school carpets and stylish 80s beds. But all super clean and good quality. We just enjoyed it a lot. Highlight ja the Open large fire Place where we enjoyed long reading and game sessiona with the kids. Property is perfect for children, too, with fence towards the lake. Can imagine this is an amazing place for the summer. Can highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen E., Western NY

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

Amazing sunsets included!

Wonderful property on Seneca Lake. Super clean, lovely home filled with everything you need for a nice vacation. Comfy beds, lots of gathering space, great porches, with amazing sunsets included. One of us had to work throughout our stay, and zoom meetings fine with wifi. Quiet neighborhood setting. My three 20's something boys kayaked, canoed, fished, and played alot of cornhole. We went hiking at the Williard Wildlife area, and at Lake trails through the state parks. Great location, close to vineyards, many restaurants, and shopping in Geneva, and at local area establishments. The bunkhouse worked out well for added space and was a nice little extra. Owners helpful and easy to contact. Wonderful week, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

DiPasquale F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the PERFECT lake front house!!My husband & I stayed here with 2 other couples in October. The house was very clean and extremely well stocked. Chuck & Chris answered all of our questions promptly. This was a great location for us to tour wineries on both the east and west side of Seneca Lake. The sunsets are gorgeous!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was comfortable, instructions were clear, it was well-equipped and the sunset view was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarun S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time at Chris and Chuck's lake house. The house is well stocked and they have put so much thought into what guests might need. The house was clean, comfortable, and the perfect place for children (infants and toddlers) on vacation. The swing, sports equipment, firepit, and toys made our children's vacation special. We had a wonderful time there, and you will too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Chris and Chuck Carson

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Chuck spent every summer on Seneca Lake as a child and we have emotional ties to this property. Our family loves to gather here, play in the water, and make memories. We enjoy the peace and beauty of the lake and surrounding vineyards. We like to get to know our renter's who we share our house with.

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