Seasonal Boat House Bedroom, No Bathroom Available
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1, Shower and Laundry
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2, Tub/Shower
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Seneca Lake Waterfront Home with Sauna, Game Room & Finger Lakes Wine Trail
Unwind at Red Oak Retreat, a private waterfront home located in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country! This Seneca Lake escape features an expansive deck with magnificent sunset lake views, outdoor sauna, 100ft of lakeside lawn with a fire pit and kayaks. The property also boasts a two-story seasonal lakeside boathouse with bedroom and game area. Enjoy more than 20 vineyards and breweries within a 5 minute drive. Watkins Glen State Park, "The Glen" Race Track, and Finger Lakes National Forest are only 15 minutes away.
Come relax lakeside at Red Oak Retreat! Nestled among the oaks at the end of a quiet vineyard lined road, enjoy the expansive views and tranquility of Seneca Lake.
The cottage boasts an open floor plan with a spacious living room featuring an open cathedral ceiling and floor to ceiling windows. The kitchen is roomy with a small breakfast bar and dining area that comfortably seats 8 (high chair and booster seat also available). The attached deck stretches along the length of the cottage offering stunning views of the lake below. Dine alfresco at our bar height fire table that seats 6 or grill your favorite meal and enjoy a glass of local wine from the bar top overlooking the water.
This ranch style home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths located in the main house. Bedroom 1 has a king bed, TV, and attached full bath with shower, washer, and dryer. The bathroom can also be accessed from the kitchen. Bedroom 2 features a queen bed while Bedroom 3 has a queen and twin bed. The second bathroom is a full bath with tub/shower. A pack 'n play is available.
Take the stairs down to the water where you will find the boathouse with a cozy sleeping area. Fall asleep to the sound of waves in the queen bed with a clear view of the water or enjoy your morning cup of coffee at the bistro table on the deck. Located on the first floor of the boathouse is the rustic bar area with mini fridge, darts, and parlor games. There is no bathroom in the boathouse. (Please note there are 2 full flights of stairs to get to the water and no bathroom).
Soak up the sun in the Adirondack chairs on the permanent dock or lounge in the large grassy area. The dock has a motorized boat lift and there are 2 kayaks with paddles and lifejackets available to use during your stay.
Red Oak Retreat is located along the Seneca Lake wine trail, just minutes to Atwater Vineyards and 2 Goats Brewing. Located on the east side of Seneca Lake, this cottage is only 10 minutes to Watkins Glen and 30 minutes to Ithaca. Nearby attractions include Watkins Glen State Park, "The Glen" Race Track, Finger Lakes National Forest, Taughanock Falls, and Ithaca Falls.
Whether you're coming for the wine, the racetrack, or the waterfalls, the Red Oak Retreat will help you create memories to last a lifetime.
**Please see house rules for additional information regarding age requirements and security deposit**
There are 2 parking spaces available along the gravel driveway and 1 space on the pass through drive above (near split rail fence). Please only park in designated areas. No contact entry, guests will be given a unique 4 digit code to access home during their stay.
We are available to help plan your stay or address any accommodation questions or concerns before and after your stay. Do not hesitate to reach out!
Private road. Minutes from wineries, breweries, distilleries, and restaurants. Boat launch 5 minutes down the road. State Parks, Hiking Trails, Race Track, and shopping within 15 minutes.
3 spots are available for parking. Please note that the gravel driveway is narrow and sloped.
**Please send inquiry to host for bookings longer than 7 nights.
**Peak season bookings (June, July, August) require 7 night minimum.
**Please send inquiry for stays during the moths January, February, March. Off season bookings are weather and vehicle dependent. AWD REQUIRED during winter months due to driveway slope and possibility of snow.
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Property # 2763897vb
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Hector
Located in Hector, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider International Motor Racing Research Center, or check out an event or a game at Watkins Glen International. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
Is Seneca Lake Waterfront Home with Sauna, Game Room & Finger Lakes Wine Trail pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Seneca Lake Waterfront Home with Sauna, Game Room & Finger Lakes Wine Trail?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seneca Lake Waterfront Home with Sauna, Game Room & Finger Lakes Wine Trail on 6 June 2026 start from AU$818, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Seneca Lake Waterfront Home with Sauna, Game Room & Finger Lakes Wine Trail?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Seneca Lake Waterfront Home with Sauna, Game Room & Finger Lakes Wine Trail?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Seneca Lake Waterfront Home with Sauna, Game Room & Finger Lakes Wine Trail located?
This family-friendly Hector holiday home is located on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Chateau Lafayette Reneau and Atwater Estate Vineyards. Seneca Lake is steps away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fabulous location for our growing family to enjoy time together. Beautiful views, sunsets, and in a well-appointed home that was very comfortable for all.
Beautiful setting. Wonderful amenities. Comfortable bed. Quiet neighborhood. Lovely deck to enjoy looking out on to the lake. Host was very quick to respond to any questions .
Great property for a wine country tour of the Finger Lakes. Views were incredible, and it is located very close to wineries, breweries, and just about 10 minutes from Watkins Glen for provisions, restaurants, boat rentals, and hiking.
Property and views were wonderful!!! Would luv to come during warmer weather to enjoy the lake!!! Deck and firetop table were awesome! Loved the home, all needed supplies were available, coming from afar, that is very appreciated!!! Location was private and perfect for wineries and brewery's!!! Loved it!!!!
We had amazing stay this week. Great location for chasing wine brew pubs and lots of great hiking. The view from the deck is stunning. Owners did great job w pillows beds sheets and all the small things like soap shower stuff etc. owner really responsive. You must sit on deck and watch sun go down over lake. Highly recommended
This property was perfect for our family vacation. We loved the peaceful lakeside setting, especially the dock and the "bonus" boathouse, as well as the kayaks that were available for our use.The house itself was beautifully furnished with every amenity and we were just a few minutes drive to many of the local attractions and excellent restaurants. House instructions were comprehensive, and communications with the property manager were timely and clear. We hope to be able to stay at this property again the next time we visit the Finger Lakes.
Patricia P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
I'm am happy to hear you had a great family vacation. Please come back any time!
A short getaway with my husband, in-laws and a friend. The house was perfect for the five of us! So close to everything. House was clean and up to date and the fire table/pit outside was lovely. My favorite part of the trip was waking up and enjoying my coffee while looking at the lake. I highly recommend. Easy transactions and great communication with the hosts thank you again!
Very comfortable lake house with everything we needed for a week at the lake. Layout was spacious and everything was as depicted in the listing. Hosts were readily accessible when we had an issue with the door lock upon arrival and rectified right away. Tons of great info on the area is in the guest guide. Two suggestions- the gas grill is past its prime and the kitchen range could use an upgrade. We enjoyed the cottage and recommend it!
Cindy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2025
Thanks for your feedback! We have since updated the home with a brand new gas grill and kitchen oven/range.
Comfy furniture, beds and well outfitted. The interior was clean and nicely decorated. The exterior was great with plenty of options for taking in the views or playing.
A side note: Due to a major storm that came through Midway through our stay, the electricity was out for most of the county. Our hosts supplied us with alternate temporary lodging and supplies. Excellent and thoughtful service that we greatly appreciated!
Our 6 night stay was delightful. The property was even better than we expected. The view was worth 5 stars alone. We enjoyed the dock and kayaks. We also liked to share a glass of wine on the deck. It was a perfect location for visiting nearby restaurants, wineries and small breweries. We enjoyed Watkins Glen State Park and the 19 waterfalls. We also enjoyed the Corning Glass Museum. (We recently watched the Netflix series “Blown Away” which is a competition of professional glass blowers.) We happened to have a few unusually hot days and the air conditioning kept us cool. We would be happy to return!
My friends and I really enjoyed staying at this rental! The place is decorated super cute and has all the essentials. We absolutely loved the dock, kayaks, propane fireplace and the boat house turned into game room! Our only complaint was that there were several items that were missing (trash bags, dish washer pods etc) but the owner responded to my message quickly and had the cleaning crew drop them off as soon as possible. Also there was a sofa bed advertised in the listing in "bedroom 2" but we couldn't find it until we eventually figured out that the sofa in the living room was actually a pull-out couch--we wished that was a little more clear. All in all it was a great place and I would definintely stay there again!
Erica S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Hi Erica, I am thrilled that your group had a nice stay despite some minor hiccups! I appreciate your patience while our cleaning crew returned with the missing items. I apologize that the listing advertisement was inaccurate. I have updated the listing with new titles and descriptions to avoid this mistake in the future! Please reach out if you decide to stay at Red Oak Retreat again.
I am Jaci, local to Central New York. I have been visiting the Finger Lakes region for 10 years. I love hiking, art, and visiting the local wineries. Please don't hesitate to ask for assistance planning your stay!
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