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165+ private feet of direct lake frontage, with dock, grill, kayak

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Keuka Park, NY
  • Keuka Lake
    1 min walk
  • Keuka Lake State Park
    22 min drive
  • Keuka Lake Vineyards
    53 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    101 min drive

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About the area

Penn Yan

When you stay at this vacation home in Penn Yan, you'll be on the waterfront and steps from Keuka Lake. .This vacation home is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Keuka Lake State Park and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Keuka College.

What's nearby

  • Keuka Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Keuka Lake State Park - 22 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Keuka Lake Vineyards - 53 min drive - 37.3 km
  • Bully Hill Vineyards - 58 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Waneta Lake - 60 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McGregor Vineyard - ‬59 min drive
  • ‪The Olney Place - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Restaurant - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Weis Vineyards - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪The Switzerland Inn - ‬53 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

165+ private feet of direct lake frontage, with dock, grill, kayak

If you’re looking for the perfect, private location on Keuka Lake with one of the best views, you have found it at O’Cottage! This one-of-a-kind rustic, seasonal cottage is nestled off the end of the private extension of East Bluff Drive on a level lakeside lot. There is no drive-by traffic and no visible neighbors to one side of this lot (but the home is accessed by a VERY steep driveway and 4WD is recommended).

A warm and inviting space greets you as you enter the home into the kitchen. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a glass cook top stove, and granite countertops (please note that there is no d/w). You can enjoy the beautiful gas fireplace as you prepare meals and gather with your family and friends. Just off the kitchen is a full bath with tub/shower combo. Two more separate living areas, both tastefully furnished, provide enough space for the entire family to relax. A beautiful set of pine barn doors add an eclectic touch, and can be closed for privacy if the adults wish to gather in one space to chat and enjoy a glass of Finger Lakes wine, as the children play or watch a movie in the third living room.

A staircase off of this room leads to a private bedroom on the 2nd floor. This bedroom features a Queen size bed, and a great view of the lake. The second staircase leading to the 2nd floor is located off the kitchen. The other three bedrooms are located on this side of the house. There are two queen bedrooms; one of the queen bedrooms features a small TV with a DVD player. We like to use the third floor for the kids; it has a queen bed and four singles; here, they have privacy and a cozy space to themselves. You can enjoy the view of the lake from all three bedrooms! A full bath with shower is conveniently located to these bedrooms on the second floor.

The lakefront at this property is unlike any other, and where you will want to spend most of your time! With two gradual entrances to the lake, you can wade in the shallow water and children can enjoy the perfect spot for splashing and swimming. A picnic table is located lakeside, where you can gather for meals or a game of cards. Bring your fishing poles. You can fish off the dock, or take the kayak (kayak only available May 15-September 30) out and enjoy the scenery. Relax in the Adirondack chairs and tell stories around a campfire. Watch for shooting stars under the clear night’s sky. Just minutes from local restaurants, wineries and shops, yet set in a location where you can privately enjoy your vacation, O’Cottage is the vacation destination you have been waiting for!

The cottage was renovated in 2005 and is lovingly maintained and updated each year. This is a smoke-free and pet-free home. If you'd like to see more photos or want to take a walking tour, please visit us on Facebook or Linkedin.

We rent full weeks on a Saturday-to-Saturday schedule during the summer months, which run from the last week of June through the Saturday prior to Labor Day. O'Cottage is a seasonal and rustic cottage (there is no central heat and there is no a/c and, like many lake cottages, there is neither a d/w nor washer/dryer) and is closed for the winter from October 31-April 15. The property is located in a wooded area on the edge of a lake, which may result in the presence of insects and wildlife on the premises and participates in a preventative pest control program.

While there is a lot of information here (sorry!), satisfied and informed guests are the goal! Please read this thoroughly and the attached rental agreement and ask any questions before booking, as this is a non-refundable reservation. Consider the purchase of travel insurance for your protection.

Our cottage is equipped with a starter supply of toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, and hand soap. Guests bring their own sheets and towels. Security cameras of the grounds are in use. A signed rental agreement and proof of state-issued ID is required after booking.

(Kayak available May 15 - September 30. Use of kayak is at guests’ own risk.)

Check-in instructions: Access to the home is via keyless entry lock. The door code will be sent via the vrbo portal at 3 pm on the day of arrival. House rules, wifi information, and house information is located on the side of the fridge.

Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Anastasia OConnor

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Dock

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

O'cottage! Waterfront Keuka Lake Vacation Rental
Waterfront Keuka Lake Vacation Rental With Dock Grill Privacy
165+ private feet of direct lake frontage with dock grill kayak
165+ Private Feet of Direct Lake Frontage With Dock Grills Kayak

165+ private feet of direct lake frontage, with dock, grill, kayak Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun fall getaway
My friends and I love to visit the lake and this house was the perfect setting for our girls trip. Communication with Anastasia, the owner, was flawless and the house is the best mix of quirky, rustic, and charm. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mihran E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Keuka experience
I have been coming to Keuka lake my whole life. My family and I have a house in branchport, and I had never stayed on the bluff before! We had a large family event and we needed some overflow space so we booked here. This was such a fun experience in a truly special location. The host is great. This home is warm, and magical. You can tell the second you walk in, that special memories have been created in this house. It was such a cool experience staying here. If you’re interested in Keuka or the finger lakes in general I highly recommend you stay here. Summer is a blast, but I am sure the fall season on the bluff when the leaves change is stunning. I’ll be looking for an excuse to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a great time at this cottage! We had 4 adults and 7 kids/teens, there was plenty of room for everyone. The property is beautiful and very private. The kids loved swimming all day long. We had great bon fires and really enjoyed our stay. The owner was very helpful and quick to reply. If you keep reading that the driveway is steep that is true but we had no issues navigating it. The one bedroom with the queen bed is completely separate from the rest of the house but is far from a bathroom and is a little narrow to stand. Otherwise, everything listed is 100% accurate and everything you need to know is in the listing. Great property, we’d come back! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend
Enjoyed our stay in the lake house. We had a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best weekend away!!
This home is far more beautiful then the pictures. Maybe they just need to be updated. We walked in to a smores package which melted our hearts. We were able to get in a little sooner then expected which was amazing. Such a beautiful property in the lerfect area. Neighbors were super nice!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinda P.

Bachelorette getaway
This property was so cute! Beautiful location! The driveway was definitely steep but our vehicles managed. A little bit of a bug problem, but I guess that’s what you get when living on a lake. Anastasia was extremely helpful, and a pleasure to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

cathleen w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
Great communal space for the family. Bathrooms/sleeping areas not easily accessible for elderly guests. Overall very comfortable and beautiful views. Landlord was very responsive to any and all questions. She was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute with a few quirks
Five friends and I enjoyed our stay here. It was clean, cozy, and Anastasia was always reachable for any questions. A few things of note — the house is much smaller than it appears in pictures. Also, one of the living rooms and bedrooms has exposed electrical wires throughout. The driveway is treacherous! Watch out for the trees, stay on the cement tread. Even with warning in the description, we had difficulty getting our 4-wheel drive cars up and down. One of the cars we had was a minivan, and it’s size made it difficult to maneuver and avoid trees, as not only is the driveway steep, but there is a curve to it. I don’t see how 4 cars could fit, unless they were small. We had 3. If one of my friends had brought her Yukon it wouldn’t have made it down. All of that said, we greatly enjoyed ourselves. The view on the water is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barb W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake Vacation
We had a great week at keuka lake. Cottage had everything we needed for the week. It was spacious & comfortable for our family of 8. Location is premium! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the waterfront
We had a great time and really enjoyed the house and waterfront. The driveway was definitely steep but we never had any issues even with a Toyota Prius. Our kids loved the floating raft and spent many hours in the water. It was also so nice to be on a quiet secluded section of the road, it all felt very private. The owner was really helpful and available. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible water access
We really enjoyed our week at the cottage for the 4th of July. It was incredible to see multiple fireworks displays over the lake while sitting around the fire pit. The kids spent a lot of time in the water. We rented a boat for the week from East Bluff Marina, which was a fantastic addition to the experience. The only issue we had during our stay was a septic smell in the side yard which we communicated to the owner. She let us know that this could be remedied by less use of the system and encouraged using the outdoor shower, which we started doing more. I had worried that not having a dishwasher would be an issue given the size of our group (6 adults, 5 kids), but it was fine and we enjoyed having paper plates for kindling each evening. We boated over to the Switzerland Inn for dinner one night, which was surprisingly quick. Overall, a great stay at a very picturesque spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house on a beautiful part of the lake
A group of college friends have been going to the Finger Lakes for several years and always stay in different properties. We had a great trip and highly recommend this property. Just remember to bring sheets and towels as some of us didn't read this in the description. While we usually pick a new property every year, we would be tempted to return in 2022. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene and beautiful
The house was adorable, clean and exactly as the photos showed. Listening to the night sounds and the lake, I felt at home with nature and the world! I am already looking forward to my next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

debbie g.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bummed
The outdoor area was great but the house was not in good condition and the pictures made it look much better than it was. As per the listing, there is no dishwasher, washer/dryer, or air conditioner. The driveway is down a one lane dirt road with a Scary steep driveway that requires four wheel drive and a bit of courage. Centipedes would enter the house every night once it got dark but luckily stayed on the main floor although one bedroom was unusable because of tiny flies that came down from the ceiling and fell onto the bed. Anastatia was great about communicating and the lake front was awesome which made up for a lot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

E John H., Penfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Enjoyed our stay. Adequate bedroom space for all (9 people). Kitchen well stocked with cooking utensils, pots and pans. The two family rooms were large enough for us to use, especially for the one rainy day we had. Overall an enjoyable vacation stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Shari W.

Fall wine tasting
My work family spent the weekend. We had a wonderful time sitting around the fire and enjoying the amazing views and location on the lake. You are RIGHT on the water. We cooked in and the kitchen was well stocked with what we needed. The house is a little more rustic than I was expecting from the pictures but still lovely. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Henry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Quiet location
Stayed 31 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

First-time Keuka Lake Visit
This was my family's first visit to Keuka Lake. We had an amazing time! The house was well-kept and clean and gave us plenty of space to relax. The location on the water was unbelievable! We only came for the weekend but wished we could stay longer. We really enjoyed the Windmill craft market, especially the kettle corn.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Summer Fun
Enjoyed out time here immensely. The host was very accommodating and easy to work with The house was clean and well-arranged. The water was perfect! The weather was warmer than we had planned and but the house had fans and the weather made us appreciate the lake even more. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

Lovely tranquil location on the lake
The memories created by our family at this lake house are ones that will be cherished for the rest of our lives. We loved that this home is directly on the water and at the end of the bluffs. Our father loved the bluff area. He viewed the bluffs as a retreat from the hustle and bustle of working on the dairy farm we owned in Benton Center. My three siblings, niece, sister-in-law and I returned to the area to honor him and our mother. All of us are so glad we chose this home as our "home away from home." Mornings filled with the symphony created from the combination of the sound of the water and the songs from the birds set the perfect tone for the day. One of true tranquility. Then evenings filled with skipping stones and roasting marshmallows to make S'mores and S'moreos (thank you Anatasia for teaching us about S'moreos) were the ideal way to spend quality time together. While our family is close, we all left with a better connection to one another.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Best spot on the lake. Great house!
Private and roomy. Check out the fishing. The water is so clear you can see prized bass from the dock. Really great area to snorkel with the kids as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Absolutely Beautiful!
This is a gorgeous location and a thoughtful house. Loved the privacy and conquered the challenge of the driveway, lol. Our host was very helpful. The water was invigorating but that did not stop the kids from swimming and jumping off the dock for hours. Can't wait to come back! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 15 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Gorgeous location
This house is in the top ten best locations on the water. Private and comfortable house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte J., Chicago, IL

The lakehouse is right on the water, secluded from other people and has an incredible homey charm!
Wow, this place is so beautiful and perfect for my family to getaway. There is plenty of room and so many different places to hangout in the house so that the kids can have their own area while we have ours! The house is right on the water, you couldn't get any closer, making it easy to keep an eye on the kids while the adults chill out on the lawn in the adirondak chairs. The property also has a fire pit right next to the water making it a great family activity to have a cookout and make snores while watching the sunset over the lake. All in all I would definitely recommend this house because the owners are so kind and helpful and always easy to reach with any questions, the house is in a perfect private location with a load of access points to the lake including a dock, and the house is beautiful with so much room to spread out, it is decorated very well and my family had an amazing vacation on the lake here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018