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Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach!

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A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a lake, a table, and two chairs.
A bedroom with a wooden bed frame, a brown bedspread, and two red pillows. There is a wooden door leading to another room.
A pebbled beach with a wooden dock extending into calm water, a bench, and a tree providing shade.
A cozy cabin-style room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden cabin-style kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, sink, and wooden cabinets.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
At the lakefront, this 2-bedroom cabin accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers water views and invites families to enjoy activities like birdwatching and game walks. The property includes a deck and patio, and it is pet-friendly. Nearby attractions include Catharine Valley Winery and Silver Springs Winery.

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Seneca Lake
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • On beach
  • Dog-friendly
  • Onsite parking available
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Burdett, NY
  • Place, Seneca Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Catharine Valley Winery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Silver Springs Winery
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach!

Wake up to beautiful scenery and the serenity of lapping waves, at Seneca Secrets on Seneca Lake, in beautiful upstate New York, 35 minutes outside of Ithaca.

Seneca Secrets is located off of Rt 414, the main road that goes around Seneca Lake, 5 minutes from Watkins Glen. The cabin is located in the heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, overlooking the lake. You can see the lake from our living room, with an amazing view from the deck!

The cottage is completely furnished including dishes, silverware, coffee maker, pots and pans.

Step outside the cottage and enjoy a picnic, a relaxing swim, or take a short drive and minutes away you will find that Seneca Secrets is surrounded by wineries, restaurants, waterfalls and the National Forest, great for biking & hiking. There is also a rustic fire pit for roasting marshmallows.

Seneca Secrets includes a private beach on the property, just follow the stairs down to the water (just past our firepit)! Please note, the walkway to the beach has uneven shale. Enjoy our private beach area. You will see, "4297 Beach" signs, as you go down to the water.

There are 2 docks, down by the water for you to sit and relax, but please note, we do not allow any type of boat/jet ski to be tied up to either one (see Rental Agreement Rules & Policies).

We have 2 kayaks, down by the water, for your use, please ensure wear the life jackets provided.

We are well off the main road and do have parking for a boat trailer if needed (please ask where to park boat trailer and be good at K Turns). There are other people that own property on the road, so it is important to ask us where you can park your trailer.

Seneca Lake offers great swimming, boating, fishing, water sports, sun, and breathtaking sunsets. We are ideally located in the heart of New York State's Finger Lakes, just minutes away from the area's premier vineyards, restaurants and local towns such as Penn Yan, Geneva, or Watkins Glen.

Whether you are looking for a long weekend with family and friends, or a romantic getaway, Seneca Secrets offers a tranquil setting after a day on the water or a quiet retreat after an all-day outing.

Please note, we have a sloping gravel/shale driveway that requires all-wheel or 4WD drive. There are water runoff bumps down our driveway, so you will want to drive under 10 MPH.

We look forward to having you stay at our cabin!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Yes, but cabin/property is not childproof
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Love dogs, 2 max, keep off furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in cabin

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash and put away all kitchen items.
Leave deck and beach furniture neatly set up.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important: See Rental Agreement for all Rules and Policies
Must limit to 2 cars and park in front of the cabin.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 297378
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Burdett

Located in Burdett, this cabin is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Two Goats Brewing and Scale House Brewery. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Burdett, NY

What's nearby

  • Seneca Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catharine Valley Winery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Silver Springs Winery - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 19 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Art & Nancy's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach!?

As of 29 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach! on 19 Apr 2027 start from AU$1,732, 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.

How much is parking at Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic getaway or family/friend vacation with private beach! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Burdett cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Catharine Valley Winery and Seneca Lake. Hector Falls and Silver Springs Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 96 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect place to stay in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax the water was so refreshing we had great weather so many places to visit near byLots of steps to water
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, we had a lovely time here. The property is very clean. There is a wonderful relaxing view from the deck on to the lake. We have nothing really bad to say about it other than some suggestions. It would be a good idea to have a smart TV so people can watch something besides basic cable. Also, the bed in the one room is too big. It’s comfortable to sleep in, but it’s impossible to walk around the bed. I literally had to crawl in and out of bed to go to the bathroom at night. It’s very difficult to make the bed because you can’t walk around the bed on the one side at all.Overall, it’s a lovely place and we enjoyed ourselves at Watkins Glenn very much
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here! The deck overlooks the Seneca Lake and is so beautiful! The dock is partially covered and has two lounge chairs and two Adirondack chairs down there. Really nice. There are two sets of stairs that you have to go down to get down to the dock area. Super pretty! The bed was very comfortable. The location was perfect for many wineries, breweries, restaurants and hiking at Watkins Glen State Park. The cabin worked very well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2026
Hello Michelle, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Take care, Amy and Marc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have been very fortunate to have stayed in several places on the Fingers Lakes. I think this cabin has the best deck view I've experienced. Ideal for lake watching with (or without) a glass of wine. Quiet, restful and comfortable. Please know the drive in and out is steep so an AWD vehicle is needed. Well worth the drive down. The neighbors are very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2026
Hello Ann, We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay! We hope you have a lovely summer. Take care. Amy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was a breeze, and communication was great with quick responses to questions. Nice little house in the woods with fabulous lake views. The house was very clean upon arrival and fit our needs. A couple suggestions would be to add an exhaust fan in the bathroom, an upgrade to the shower, and a place to hang jackets/coats by the front door. We enjoyed our stay, watching sunsets and fishing from the dock. One review mentioned the neighbors sharing a front yard, and I agree it would be a little awkward if they were there and you wanted to have a campfire because it almost feels like you are on the other property. Otherwise it is a nice place that provides a quiet beautiful retreat. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great visit 4th year in a row. Can’t beat the views of the lake and nature. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Hello Elena, Great to have you back, I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay!! Take care. Amy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay.

Wonderful location, lots of amenities. Can't wait to get back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Watkins Glen / Seneca Lake

Beautiful location with something for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A quiet week

Location of the cabin and access to the lake is fantastic. Cabin was a bit musty and the shower was small/coming away from the wall on one side. Otherwise, a comfortable cabin in the wood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great little cottage for a week vacation!!

Loved the picnic table and grill. Waterfront small but very clean. Family had a blast!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Hello Andrey, We are so glad that your family enjoyed their stay in the, "Montour" cabin! Have a great summer and I hope we see you next year!! Take care. Amy & Marc Seneca Secrets
Archival

10/10 Excellent

GREAT Family Get-Away!

We really enjoyed the cabin and peaceful atmosphere of the property. Sitting by the lake relaxing was amazing. Close to many great vineyards and hiking (we hiked Treman, Watkins Glen and Taughannock Falls). We are looking forward to coming back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Hello Christa, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Take care. Amy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet amd beautiful

Very nice view. Cabin was comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Finger Lakes

Wonderful cabin on Lake Seneca. The cabin is cute, with two rooms & all that you would require for a break. Amazing location for the wineries & breweries. Would come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Hello Sharleen, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our place! We would love to have you back again! Take care. Amy and Marc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

race weekend

we were in town for the nascar race and are very please with the cabin. we would recommend it to anyone
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2024
Hello Aaron, We are so glad that our location worked well for the races. Thank you for leaving our place looking so good! Amy and Marc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Privacy on Seneca Lake

No suprises
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wondedful location!

This property has an amazing location! Just a couple and our dog. Tons of wineries and close to downtown Watkins Glen that has any stores you might need. Close to the national forrest to go for a hike if you would like. The driveway needs a 4WD vehicle. Rustic cabin with comfy matress. A good walk to the private lake acess but worth the view. Our favorite part is the deck has built in gates so we could have our d/AWD
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Hello Brendan, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Similar to you, we put the gate in for our dog as well 😂. Enjoy the Summer.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Was private. There were no lights to feel safe .Cabin needs updates. Lake view and deck were awesome. Need to add safety to property, lighting,on all levels, not the deck.Cliff on third level needs safety rail.For dogs and children. Stairs on both levels need to be updated. But it was a good area.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful retreat

Found peace in this cabin. Beautiful sunsets and lake views. Close to Seneca Harbor and wineries. Everything we wanted and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Hello Lisa, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and found the peace and tranquility that we always look forward to when we come to the cabin. Take care. Amy and Marc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake getaway

We were looking for a quiet nature escape on the lake-and we got it 100%! Rustic cabin in the woods, wit spectacular views of the lake. It gave us the needed remote feeling, yet it’s is perfectly located in the mix of the wine trail (wineries and breweries just up on the main road) and close to Watkins Glen for hiking the trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Hello Elena, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Enjoy the winter and hope to see you next year. Thank you. Amy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great stay in comfy cabin.

My fiance, two pups and I had a great stay in this comfy cabin. It was completely secluded and away from the hustle of the city that we are used to, which made it exactly what we were looking for. We loved sitting by the lake, the fresh air, and the calmness of it all. The cabin had everything we needed and was very easy to access/lock up when it was time to leave. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Hello Vanessa, Thank you for staying with us, we are glad your fiancé and pups enjoyed the cabin and beach area! Take care and I hope we see you next year. Congratulations on your upcoming nuptials!!! Amy Seneca Secrets
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great view on Lake Seneca

A nice place to relax with an amazing Lake Seneca view. Though most of the furniture in the cabin needs to be replaced as it is extremely uncomfortable due to its overused condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location and view

This property was at the perfect spot for us on the lake. It was at a great location on the east side of Lake Seneca, close to great wineries and breweries, as well as close enough to Watkins Glen. The photos do not do this place justice as to the beautiful outdoor space both with the deck, pavilion, and waterfront area. It was absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Hello Sarah, Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad that you enjoyed the Lake and the property. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Birthday Weekend

Spent my wife's birthday weekend here. Plenty of room and close to a lot of beautiful wineries. Some reviews I read before going complained about the driveway but we had no problems at all. Not sure way there are speed bumps on a gravel driveway but not a big deal. Enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Thank you for your review Mark, we are glad that you and your wife enjoyed your stay at our cabin. So that you know, the bumps that are across parts of the driveway are actually angled for water run off as as the storms can be intense up here and will wash all the gravel off the road, if we do not give the water a place to go. Take care and enjoy your summer! Thanks again, Amy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Vacation

We enjoyed a beautiful week here in July. The weather was perfect! The house offered everything we could want, and was in the perfect location for anything else we needed - sandwich place right around the corner, Walmart down the street, gas stations, and of course wineries! The beachfront property was lovely and private. The view was fantastic also and had a new deck to relax on. The house stayed cool with the ac unit during one of the hottest Julys in a while. We will definitely be looking forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stacey Parrish - Property Manager

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Why they chose this property

The first time we saw this property, it was dead of winter and we had to walk down the 3/4 mile long driveway, as the road was a foot deep in snow. As we walked down, we fell in love with the privacy of the property. When we came around the final bend of the road, we just stopped and couldn't believe how it gave us such a beautiful view of the lake. We loved the cottages and beach area and knew that day, we found our home.

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