Welcome to Below the Vineyard, your dream lakefront escape on Seneca Lake's famous Wine Trail. This stunning six-bedroom vacation home offers breathtaking views of vineyards and the water, combining luxury and comfort for an unforgettable Finger Lakes getaway.
The open-concept main floor features a gourmet chef's kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a wine fridge, perfect for cooking up meals to enjoy at the massive farmhouse table overlooking the lake. Relax together in the great room on the oversized leather sectional or unwind in the vaulted sunroom with plenty of cozy seating and natural light.
With six comfortable bedrooms and four full bathrooms spread across three levels, there's plenty of room for family and friends. The ground-floor master suite offers private lake access and peaceful water views. The other bedrooms are beautifully furnished and thoughtfully designed for privacy and comfort.
Step outside to two covered porches and a spacious lake-level patio with plenty of seating, a porch swing, and a grill—ideal for dining or watching spectacular sunsets. The oversized dock gives you direct access to the lake for swimming, kayaking, fishing, or simply soaking up the sun.
Located just minutes from dozens of wineries, breweries, and restaurants, as well as the charming town of Watkins Glen and the raceway, this home is perfect for those who want a blend of lakeside relaxation and Finger Lakes adventure. Book Below the Vineyard today and experience Seneca Lake living at its finest.
** Bring bottled water for drinking.**
PLEASE NOTE*** Below the Vineyard is not pet friendly, as the owners have strong allergies to pet dander.
Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting. The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time. This includes both day and overnight guests.
Note: 1. Smoking is not allowed in any rental property. This includes vaping and e-cigarettes. 2. Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in the description. 3. Air conditioning is not available unless listed as an amenity. If available, air conditioning is considered a seasonal amenity and is only available May 15 - October 15. 4. Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets. 5. Docking capabilities may vary based on current water levels. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes. 6. Outdoor amenities, including furniture, watercraft and firepit are not available between October 15 - May 15.
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Hector
Located in Hector, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International.
Is Below the Vineyard: Ideal Lakeside Retreat! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Below the Vineyard: Ideal Lakeside Retreat!?
As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Below the Vineyard: Ideal Lakeside Retreat! on 19 May 2026 start from AU$1,241, 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 Below the Vineyard: Ideal Lakeside Retreat!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Below the Vineyard: Ideal Lakeside Retreat!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Below the Vineyard: Ideal Lakeside Retreat!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Below the Vineyard: Ideal Lakeside Retreat! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seneca Lake and Bloomer Creek Vineyard. Ryan William Vineyard and Red Newt Cellars Winery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great layout, especiasly since we had a 96 year old that could stay on the main level and interact with everyone.
vicki n.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Hi Vicki,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad the layout worked well for your group and that everyone could relax and spend time together. We’d love to host you again soon!
Came up here for some of the wineries, state parks, and waterfalls. Relaxed and did some fishing on the dock. Great stay, would come here again for sure.
Michael F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2025
Thanks, Michael! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the wineries, waterfalls, and some relaxing time on the dock. Sounds like a perfect Finger Lakes getaway—would love to have you back again soon!
Beautiful house on the lake with ample space, living room, bedrooms and bathrooms. Close to everything and hidden like a gem! Definitely worth the stay!
Shazia M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2020
Shazia, thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to write a review. We're thrilled this home was perfect for your Finger Lakes getaway. We hope to host you again soon!
We had a great stay here! Celebrated a friend’s Bachelorette weekend and it was the perfect place! Right on the water with beautiful views and perfect location to everything! Highly recommend!
Olivia G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2021
Thank you so much for the review and for recommending our rental. We hope to see you again during your next trip to the Finger Lakes.
House was great on the main floor and top floor. We all enjoyed the kitchen area, and the living and dining room areas. Basement bedroom was sub par. Outside Dock area and deck was really nice.
Richard F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2025
Thank you for the 10/10 rating! We're glad you enjoyed the main living areas and outdoor spaces. We appreciate your feedback on the basement bedroom and hope to welcome you back soon!
This house was everything we needed it to be! An absolutely perfect lake front location with walk in a jump in options, the best equipped kitchen of any rental we've ever stayed in, a lake view porch that had room for everyone, comfortable beds, comfortable living rooms that fit our big group. Truly could not have asked for anything more. It was simply a perfect vacation.
Meara S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you for the glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear the home had everything you needed—from the ideal lakefront access to the well-equipped kitchen and spacious, comfortable gathering areas. It means so much that it made for a perfect vacation. We’d be delighted to host you again!
We really enjoyed our stay. The lake and property are beautiful. Was a tiny bit difficult to find as the property sits very far off the road. The amenities were more than sufficient. Wish we would have had our kayaks to enjoy the lake. Would stay here again in a minute!
Amy K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2025
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are thrilled to hear you would definitely come back and stay again!
Location was perfect. Set up of the house was also great. Loved all of the amenities. Unfortunately there were dead flies throughout all of the windows and doors.
Whitney D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review, Whitney. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the amenities and the location of this home. Your comments have been passed onto our housekeeping team and we will make sure this home receives more attention to detail during the next cleaning.
With a large family coming into town all needing accommodations, this lakefront home was perfect! We weren’t too far away from Ithaca and the actual graduation. Other options in Ithaca and closer to it were far too expensive, but most of all didn’t suit the needs for the number of people we had. This place was perfect! Near to several breweries and wineries and plenty of space in the home for our entire family, it really was the best choice we could’ve made.
Kristin J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
Hi Kristin, thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad the home was a great fit for your family during such a special occasion. It’s wonderful to hear the space, location, and nearby attractions all came together to make your stay memorable—we’d love to host you again anytime!
Property is clean, well kept and a great location on the Seneca Lake. Thank you for sharing your property with us! Would definitely return!
Tracey L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. We are thrilled to see that you enjoyed a wonderful stay with us! Please come and stay with us again soon!
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10/10 Excellent
Michele P.
18 Dec 2018
May 2018 Stay
our stay was perfect. The house was sooo clean upon arrival!! There was plenty of room for our extended family of twelve and the view was amazing. thank you so much!!!!!
Michele P.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
Hi Michele,
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. Please come and stay with us again soon!
House was very clean. Decks, patio and view of the lake was fantastic. Great location, close to a number of wineries and distilleries. Loved the amount of kitchen supplies. We had 7 adults which can go thru a lot of dishes quickly. Lots of space for everyone to relax. Parking can be challenging with the steepness of the driveway. Would definitely book it again.
Fred P.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Hi Fred,
Thanks for the great feedback! We're glad your family enjoyed the space, views, and well-stocked kitchen. We'd love to welcome you back again soon!
The location was amazing. The house was right on the water with a dock you could fish and swim from. The common areas were big enough so that we could all relax together. We had 11 people, and we had no issues with space. There are outdoor tables on the main level and on the basement level and both were shaded. We enjoyed the fire pit outside as well. The house is on a street that is very peaceful. We thought parking was challenging at first, but it was not an issue at all. There is a steep driveway down to the house, but there are also 2 spots above on the left, so it fit our 4 cars easily.
Mary M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the peaceful lakefront location, spacious common areas, and all the outdoor spaces—including the shaded patios and fire pit. It’s great to hear the home comfortably accommodated your group and that parking worked out smoothly. We’d love to host you again for another relaxing stay!
We enjoyed our stay. The home was updated and very clean. They had everything we needed. The view was amazing too!
There were 10 of us and everyone agreed it was a great home. The only suggestion we would have would be to address the creaky floors. Everyone could hear others walking on the top floor. Otherwise it was perfect. Thanks!
Nicole K.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank you for the 5 star rating. We are happy to see that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to host you again soon.
My group of 10 friends loved the house and the location. It was beautiful, right on the lake and close to everything. The beds were comfy and the house was spotless. We’re talking about a summer trip when we can enjoy more lake activities. There were two concerns. We found a dead mouse/rat drowned in a bowl of water in the kitchen sink. The other issue was that the people who slept in the lower level room noticed a smell of sewer coming from the bathroom.
Linda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2024
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We will use your feedback to improve the experience for future guests at this rental. Please come and stay with us again soon!
Staying at this property was incredible! There’s nothing quite like waking up, sliding that screen door open, and stepping out to enjoy the gorgeous view with your coffee. The kitchen has everything we would need cooking wise, but doesn’t come with oil, salt/pepper, or any food items—so be aware! The common rooms were the perfect place to enjoy each other’s company and play games. The location is IDEAL if you’re planning to visit any wineries. We made our way to quite a few, and all of you have to do is choose a direction and there are many at your fingertips. Overall, 10/10 stay!
Kaylee K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate us 5/5 stars! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time. Please come and stay with us again soon!
The location of the property is excellent. The property management responded to our concerns, but should have inspected property for reported issues prior to our visit. The spider webs and spiders need to be addressed. The cleaniness of the house needed more than just surface cleaning. The grill only fired up to 200 degrees and the oven takes a long time to warm to temperature. The flooring in the top hallway is noisy. We suggest also to have a larger recycle can and work on the noisy showers. Overall, these things did not stop us from enjoying the property and the Finger Lakes.
lisa m.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the beautiful lakefront location and your time in the Finger Lakes. We appreciate your detailed feedback regarding cleanliness and maintenance, as this helps us improve for future guests. Your comments have been shared with our team for review and follow-up. We hope you’ll consider staying with us again for an even better visit in the future.
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2023
Madonna, Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. On behalf of our entire team, I would like to apologize for not exceeding your expectations. Your satisfaction is important to us and we will be using the feedback you gave us for training purposes to ensure we offer a better experience for guests in the future. I hope that you will consider staying with us again so that we can have another chance to provide you with a superior experience.