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Riverside Retreat: Private Location and lake access!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Interior
Located at the beginning of Seneca Cayuga Canal Trail, Riverside Retreat is a cozy cottage boasting nearly two acres of private space along the Seneca River. Unwind in plush living room furniture with beautiful views of the canalside or gather around a fire pit near the water's edge. With an open kitchen and ample counter space, mealtime is easy to enjoy.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Riverside Retreat: Private Location and lake access!

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Property manager

Finger Lakes Premier Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

Cottage
Riverside Retreat "private Location"
Riverside Retreat:"Private Location" Cottage
Riverside Retreat:"Private Location" Waterloo
Riverside Retreat:"Private Location" Cottage Waterloo
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About the area

Located in Waterloo, this cottage is on the waterfront. Rose Hill Mansion and Smith Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Seneca Lake Sprayground and Muranda Cheese Company. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Waterloo, NY

What's nearby

  • Ventosa Vineyards - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Seneca Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • South Main Street - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 9 min drive - 8.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Water St Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tuccis Family Diner - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Twisted Rail Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Eddie O'Briens Grille and Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Room - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Retreat: Private Location and lake access! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat: Private Location and lake access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat: Private Location and lake access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Retreat: Private Location and lake access! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Seneca Lake State Park, Rose Hill Mansion and Ventosa Vineyards. Finger Lakes Welcome Center and Seneca Lake Sprayground are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Riverside Retreat: Private Location and lake access! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Relaxing get away!!

Great place to relax and get away!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Peaceful Place

The property was beautiful and tons of space for the little one to run! We enjoyed spending time one the deck and quick access to downtown. The house of clean and well maintained
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

great for our needs

I was in town for a dog show and this property was a nice, quiet get away that was within 20 minutes of the show site. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne N.

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

Relaxing riverside retreat

Perfect little property for a relaxing getaway. House was clean and well kept. Comfortable beds and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mike E.

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

Long weekend getaway

The property was very nice very private. I wasn’t expecting it to be so private a lot of wildlife and right along the river was a nice thing.The only thing I would recommend is putting some kind of privacy blinds in the bigger bedroom the blinds there you could see through.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joe M.

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

3 stooges fishing trip

Everything was as described, only disappointment was the 3rd bedroom futon was very thin and uncomfortable, guest slept on couch in living room for more comfort , would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Secluded spot

Perfect for a quiet week with the dogs. Plenty of space for us and them. Clean and well kept cabin. When they say bring condiments, they mean it. All the cabinets were cleaned out of the usual salt and pepper and random spices left by others. But there were plenty of pans and other kitchen accessories to cook with.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coulette K., Albrightsville

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

Quiet sanctuary

I absolutely loved this property! So clean and well kept, no problems with anything! It was so quiet at night, in the morning you can hear the birds and geese. Ample towels etc supplied, fully stocked kitchen and not with cheap items. The main bedroom has bird feeders outside the windows you can watch as you wake up, just another added touch. I enjoyed sitting on the dock in the morning and enjoying the wildlife. Already looking at dates to reserve for next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole B., Williamsville, USA

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

Breakaway Fun at Lake Seneca

Nice secluded location; Bring mosquito spray. It was awesome that we could put in our jet skis on property. Plenty of parking for family and friends to visit. Small amount of traffic noise as cars go over the bridge (near distance) can be heard. Not a big deal. Our small golden retriever loved the deck to water to shore access. We didn’t go kayaking but certainly appreciate the access and availability. Close to stores. Nice weekend escape for a little fun, sun, water, and wine!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey L.

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

Nice view great cabin

Three adults and two dogs stayed for just over a week. Lots of wildlife. We saw plenty of squirrels, a mink along the shoreline, eagles, and kingfishers in the trees. The groundhog that lives under the deck liked to sun in the morning. The location was perfect for the activities that we did. Some road noise was loud, but overall not too bad. It was neat to see the rowing teams practice in the early mornings. There was lots of boat traffic but it wasn’t loud or obnoxious. The yard was fabulous to walk the dogs. They enjoyed swimming and watching the squirrels. We felt safe and enjoyed our time. The drive in past the trailer park made me suspicious but we didn’t have any problems. The loveseat is extremely uncomfortable, and should be replaced. The futon was also fairly uncomfortable, and would be better suited for a child, not an adult. A full-size bed could fit in that room.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Great spot to visit with a puppy

We brought our 4 month old dog on our honeymoon. We loved the two acres right in the water. We had a few issues during our stay: the door lock would automatically unlock after we locked it with the code. This made us late to our dinner reservation and maintenance came out and had to deactivate settings in order for our door to lock appropriately. Our water heater went out mid trip, but we were able to reset it. It then went out again two days later and we were unable to reset it. Therefore we didn’t have hot water for 2 days. Also it was unclear that the property would come with canoes. I called in advance and they said it wasn’t guaranteed. Therefore I spent a lot of money to have a canoe delivered to be at our property for the week. When we arrived, there were many canoes and life jackets at the property. We could have saved money and not ordered an extra canoe to be delivered.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rich M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela N.

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

Great long weekend

House was very clea
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Hidden Gem

Property is hidden away nice and secluded next to the river. Quick an easy access for fish Kayak and lake access. We had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Great place

This is a very cool spot! Clean, close to everything, and private. Wonderful spot! Thanks for being dog friendly! He loved the location as much as we did!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Kayaking Trip

This was our second time at this property. We love where it is for going out on our kayaks. It’s a very nice place to stay. Wish the beds were larger and a little bigger kitchen table. Some other reviewers said the road noise was loud but we were busy during the day on the water or wine exploring and at night it is not as busy on the roadway and rather quiet. Great place to stay! Close to many stores and wineries.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S., MACUNGIE

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

Amazing private cabin

I'll admit, I was a bit leery about the lack of online reviews for several years...as well as traversing the winding gravel road, PAST the "Do Not Enter" signs at the start of the property. We were happy to find a very neat, very clean cottage which was perfect for my husband, me, and our two young dogs (2 yrs and 1 yr). We loved the set-up of the cabin -- we stayed in the bedroom nearest to the bathroom, while our dogs slept in their crates in the living room area. My in-laws visited for one night and slept in the front bedroom off of the living area. Having a dishwasher and washer/dryer was a godsend. The "auto" setting for the dryer did not seem to work as well, but the "timed" setting did. My dogs LOVED the two-acre property to run around. We had a fire in the firepit one night, which was lovely. We watched the scull teams practice morning and evening, and a touring boat went by the last morning prior to our departure. I did not want the dogs to go into the water -- the shore was a bit "mucky," with sea grass along the way. The only thing I would wish for would be an outdoor hose, if needed to wash off pups. The weather was a bit too cool for us to take out the kayaks, but it was nice to have them available. There were no trash/recycling bins on the property or at the mailbox (other than the neighbor's bin). Trash/recycling day is on Monday. I contacted Premier, spoke with Louella and Jen, and they had folks pick up our trash twice. Excellent service and pick-up!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Perfect Waterfront Location!

We had a wonderful, relaxing time at Riverside Retreat. Nothing better than sitting in an Adirondack chair by the dock, reading a book and watching the boats go by. Enjoyed toasting marshmallows in the campfire. Lots of dog-friendly wineries, brew works and restaurants in the area. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Travis L.

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

Nice place, but……

The good - Property was clean, AC was cold even on the hottest days of the year. Dock and boat launch were great for kayaking and fishing. TV’s in every room, cable, internet, plenty of parking and very secluded. The bad - if staying here make sure to lock up and secure all belongings that are left outside. Had a very expensive kayak stolen out of the yard one night. Living room furniture and mattresses could use updating as they were not the most comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Great getaway!

Had an awesome Anniversary weekend with our dog. This little cabin was right near the canal, which was perfect for kayaking. Large property, so there was plenty of privacy. Inside is cute. I just wish there was at least another half bath. And you can’t tell in the pictures or description, but there is a keurig. Overall, I would recommend 100%. We had a blast and I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Churchville, NY

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

Peaceful canalside cottage

Property was as advertised. Very clean and well maintained. Lovely yard and big dock for our pontoon boat. Very close to boat launch at seneca state park. We had fun boating on seneca lake and the canal.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

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

Get away

This was nice & private, only down fall is road noise. It was not horrible but noticeable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Kathy S.

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

Cute home but be prepared for bugs!

This small home (cabin) is on a great property, but the nearby neighborhood you drive through is not so great. There is a highway close by as well. that being said, the home was clean and had great amenities - we especially loved the kayaks! The dock was great for sitting on to enjoy the sun, the rowers & all those leaving the marina headed for the lake. We loved being right on the canal! The firepit was fun too. The bugs (gnats and mosquitos) were terrible & there were no citronella candles provided, but we bought a ton of protection & just suffered through the multiple bites we all got. I would recommend this rental for anyone who enjoys camping as it has a similar atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021