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Dean Lake House

Family fun on the beach, with hot tub, near Watkins Glen State Park

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Our happy place from a drone over Seneca Lake.   Enjoy!
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Dean Lake House from Salt Point Road
Fall colors looking eastward across Seneca Lake
Overhead view of Dean Lake House.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10216.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Watkins Glen, NY
  • Place, Seneca Harbor
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, The Tasting Room
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Living Room 3

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Upstairs Full bedroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Upstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Dean Lake House

"Wow" - is usually the first word from guests when they experience the beautiful view of Seneca Lake from the deck of Dean Lake House.   This charming home, built in the 1880's, has been upgraded to include all the modern conveniences - and it sits on 300 feet of Seneca Lake frontage! Relax on the expansive 70-foot deck with lakefront views.  Enjoy the hot tub, gas grill, outdoor seating and dining for 10, or explore the lake with kayaks and a canoe.  Fish or swim off the private dock. 

Inside, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home sleeps up to 10 using the bedrooms and 3 queen-size sofa beds.   There's plenty of room to spread out in this 2,800 sq. foot home.   A full kitchen with appliances and dishes to handle 10 guests, dining room with bay windows, beautiful living room with lake view windows, a library room with lots of books and games for rainy days, a downstairs den which could double as a 4th bedroom, and a rec room which leads right out to the huge deck! 

The new owners have upgraded throughout the house.  Full house Wi-Fi, Roku TVs in all 3 bedrooms plus living room and downstairs den, central air conditioning, new hot tub, new stove, microwave, dishwasher and an EV charger in the 2-car garage. All 3 bedrooms have been upgraded to 5-star rated 12" memory foam mattresses.   The recreation room downstairs has been upgraded to include a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and counter space to stage your outdoor dining on the deck!  The rec room also features an air hockey game and cornhole board for outdoor fun.   And we think it's a unique feature...a slow-moving freight train passes right in front of the home several times a week during daytime hours.   The train goes about 5 mph on its run to the salt mine up the road.    

The home is the perfect spot to just relax or to start your daily adventures.    Facing east, the deck or dock provide great spots to catch the sunrise in the morning with your cup of Finger Lakes Roasters coffee!  You are less than 1/2 mile to the village of Watkins Glen. You're also near the Watkins Glen racetrack. and the amazing Watkins Glen State Park (#1 attraction is to 'hike the glen' and see the waterfalls and pools in this glacier-carved valley).   There are over 140 world-class wineries in the Finger Lakes - some just a mile or two away.  The house is close to the Corning Glass museum, the Glenn Custis aviation museum, Cornell University, Seneca Falls - the home of the Women's Suffrage movement, and much more.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
Please make sure hot tub cover is on securely and jets turned off.
Please return kayaks and canoe to the rack and lock the combination cables, securing the equipment to the rack. Codes provided at check in. Please return life jackets to inside the home.
If you used the fire pit - please make sure fire is completely out. Please make sure gas grill is turned off (tank and burners), grill cleaned, and utensils washed. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Watkins Glen

Located in Watkins Glen, this holiday home is on the beach. The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watkins Glen State Park and Mark Twain State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider International Motor Racing Research Center, or check out an event or a game at Watkins Glen International. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Watkins Glen, NY

What's nearby

  • Seneca Harbor - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Tasting Room - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Watkins Glen Beach - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • International Motor Racing Research Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pudgies Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dean Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dean Lake House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dean Lake House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dean Lake House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Watkins Glen holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seneca Harbor and Watkins Glen State Park. Watkins Glen Beach and The Tasting Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Starr Furney

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My work: Tour Guide in DC!
Where I've always wanted to go: My 'happy place' is the Finger Lakes
Favorite song in high school: Windy, by the Association
Pets: A cat that hides under the bed
Born in the 50s
Where I went to school: Kent State University
I spend too much time: Updating my Airbnb listing!
Most useless skill: history trivia
Fun fact: Volunteered at Vietnam Memorial 25 years
Speaks English
Lives in Alexandria, VA

Why they chose this property

We hope you like 'Dean Lake House'. We fell in love with it the second we walked in - and saw the view. We've tried to make the home as comfortable as possible for our guests. We use it ourselves when it is not booked. Enjoy the lake, the views, the wineries, the hot tub, the nearby restaurants, Watkins Glen State Park, the museums, the race track, and so much more.
We looked at dozens of homes around the Finger Lakes but this one had special appeal. Room for up to 10 (Watkins Glen village rule is the max), private lakefront beach, huge deck, dock, 2-car garage, beautiful views from many of the rooms in the house, private balcony off master bedroom, and so much more. And you literally can be in Watkins Glen in less than a minute driving from the house.

What makes this property unique

Wake up to stunning sunrises over Seneca Lake, sip wine on the 70ft deck, or soak in the private hot tub under the stars. This spacious 1880’s lakefront home offers historic charm with modern comfort, featuring a private dock, shallow lake entry, and plenty of yard space for games. Walk to town for dining, shops, and the Gorge Trail, or explore nearby wineries—the perfect retreat for couples, families, or friends.
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