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1 bed/ba lakeside cottage, large deck, west side of Seneca Lake. Pet Friendly!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Living area
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Property grounds
A photo from the couch - looking east.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 465.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Penn Yan, NY
  • Place, Fox Run Vineyards
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hobart and William Smith Colleges
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1 bed/ba lakeside cottage, large deck, west side of Seneca Lake. Pet Friendly!

This lakeside cozy, 698 square feet of cottage has drive-up access and will put a smile on your face. A gorgeous two level deck will ensure you get panoramic lake view for a beautiful Seneca Lake sunrise and offers shade or sun for your afternoon relaxation. This cottage, originally built as officer barracks on Sampson Air Force Station, then upon base closure sold and relocated to its current location (currently the Sampson State Park is located directly east across the lake).

After descending 15 steps off the deck you can enjoy 105 feet of frontage choosing between natural-sloped shale beach or 60 linear feet of flat lawn created by a break wall. Enjoy time on the pile-driven, 100 ft trex dock with an enlarged platform for lounging at the end.

The Stowaway is less than two miles north of Fox Run Vineyards, in the heart of the Seneca Lake wine country. It is located seven miles south of Geneva, within two miles of Smokin' Pete's Barbeque, four miles south of Roy’s Marina, Port’s Restaurant, Vonnie’s Boathouse. It is 28 miles north of Watkins Glen. There are 3 short term rentals within walking distance of this property owned by different owners but may be available for different groups.

I’ve been the owner of this family property since 2002 and lived in this cottage for four years. I loved the sunrises from the dock and a quiet night on the deck over looking the sunset. In 2014, I had wonderful experiences with guests from all over the northeast through VRBO. I then was in a position to help a good friend who needed a place to stay year round. Fortunately for him he purchased a new home! That means he has moved out of the area and this cottage is back available. I am excited to get back into working with you on creating the best time during your visit to the Finger Lakes!

This property is alongside the Finger Lakes railway line. This is an active rail line with trains passing by up to several times a day sounding horns during the day and night - weekends are usually not active. This line runs the length of Seneca Lake on the west side so any property along this side of the lake will be affected. There is a 7 mph speed limit for vehicles driving on Locust Grove. This is not an ideal property for toddlers, please be aware of the large drop from the deck.

This property is not handicap accessible.

Well behaved pets allowed with a non-refundable deposit. The cleaning fee can be 100% refunded if the property is left as it was found.

I accept payment through this site, Paypal or check (if it's far enough in advance) or money order/cashier's check.

I look forward to working with you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Well mannered dogs are welcome.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors only, please curb your butts.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Send me a quick text or message through VRBO that you are checking out. We'll handle the rest!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
One vehicle allowed
7 mile per hour speed limit on Locust Grove

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
Property Registration Number YAT0088

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penn Yan

Located in Penn Yan, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Keuka Lake and Cayuga Lake. Seneca Lake Sprayground and Muranda Cheese Company are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Penn Yan, NY

What's nearby

  • Fox Run Vineyards - 2 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Roy's Marina - 5 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 22 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Sampson State Park - 29 min drive - 40.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪War Horse Brewing Company - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Pete's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fox Run Vineyards - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brewery Ardennes Taproom & Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bed/ba lakeside cottage, large deck, west side of Seneca Lake. Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at 1 bed/ba lakeside cottage, large deck, west side of Seneca Lake. Pet Friendly! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is 1 bed/ba lakeside cottage, large deck, west side of Seneca Lake. Pet Friendly! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Fox Run Vineyards, Billsboro Winery and Lacey Magruder Winery. Roy's Marina and White Springs Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, water front property, close to wineries, dining and entertainment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful relaxing stay! The views of the lake are amazing! Safe area! Great communication with the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our getaway on the lake! Communication from property owner was excellent and made checkin/checkout a breeze. Bonus— weather was perfect during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place with everything you need. Host was very attentive with any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydney W.

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

Wonderful Seneca Lake Getaway!

Property was exactly as described and the view was spectacular! Host Maryanne was extremely helpful & kind, and we would be delighted to stay at this property again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

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

Super Clean and relaxing

The house was right on the water with a beautiful view. The house was one of cleanest I've ever stayed in and well supplied for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill P.

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

Location Location Location

Beautiful views of Seneca Lake from the deck and dock……very close to breweries, wineries and great restaurants !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Charmer on Seneca

Very nice location on Seneca Lake. Property was clean and well stocked. View across the lake was beautiful although weather prevented us from sitting out as much as possible. Driving down the single lane road was challenging as twice there were work trucks blocking the road that were challenging to squeeze by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne V.

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

Get Away

We had a great time at your house. We sat outside an enjoyed the view every morning and evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

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

A perfect get away

We absolutely loved the cottage on the lake! The view was beautiful! The host was amazing and the space was perfect!! We enjoyed sitting out back at the fire pit both nights we were there. We cooked on the grill and ate on the deck. I can not say one negative thing about our experience! Can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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

Great location

Right on the water. About 20 steps down to a new dock. The train does run close to the house, but very slowly and not very long. The resident neighbors were nice. Upon check in, I noticed there was no toaster. The owner brought over a new one in about an hour! Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Perfect Fall Weekend

Came with my best friend and our 2 little dogs. The property was a fantastic location on the lake. Maryanne let us know all we needed to before arrival and made sure to leave a few little extras to make our stay comfortable. The neighbors were so nice and the dogs were friendly. Our dogs had fun playing with them and one showed up on the deck looking for more treats one morning. Such a sweetheart. We were so blessed with beautiful weather for the perfect fall experience at the wineries and the views are spectacular with the leaves changing. Would definitely love to come back again for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay!
Living room view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean and nice. Great view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it here!! Thank you so much 3
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property, great view of the lake. Great deck. Maryanne was super responsive and helpful as a host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The sunrise is amazing, can be viewed while on the sofa, on the deck or sitting on the dock. The location is perfect, breakfast and dinner very close.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice place right on the lake. It could use a little refresh, and the window AC units had trouble keeping up. But over all, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful and perfect for a late summer break.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharry D.

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

Relaxing Retreat

This cottage was perfect for our stay! It was so peaceful being right on the lake with a wonderful deck and dock to relax on.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic time! We relaxed, recharged and reconnected. No better way to start your day than a good cup of coffee and gorgeous sun rise over the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth B.

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

Family vacation

We loved staying here. We came for the Half Ironman, and it was a perfect spot. The location was great and being in the water ! We had family visit foe the day as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirl L.

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

Wonderful lake property

Property was exactly as described. Large deck right on the water. Spotless and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora E.

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

Perfect for us

Property is great for one or two people. Clean, comfortable and set on the shore looking east, so sunrise is magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

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

Beautiful lake view

Very nice cottage on lake, large porch/deck. Many convenient amenities. Steep stairs down to lakeside a problem for bad knees but overall great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Maryanne Cameron

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I am excited to share this wonderful piece of property that has been in my family since 1986. I grew up locally, attending Binghamton University for my undergraduate degree and receiving my master's at nearby Keuka College. I was lucky enough to live here for four years and had a wonderful experience. From the location to the neighbors I really couldn’t ask for anything more during my stay. Many thanks for considering this spot for your vacation. I look forward to providing an outstanding environment for you to relax in.

Why they chose this property

The photos don't show how cute this cottage is. It is extremely comfortable and secluded for being along Route 14. It is nicely appointed and you cannot beat the deck overlooking the water. Stop, relax and take it in.

What makes this property unique

A little bit of history on this property, this house was originally officer barracks at Sampson Air Force Base, located almost directly across the lake. The original owner of the property purchased four barracks when the base was closed after World War II and had them shipped around the lake and placed on this property and those adjacent. This is the only one in original form.

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