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    Climbing Vine Cottage - Back door entrance and visual of the roominess

    Climbing Vine Cottage

    4.0(3 reviews)
    11.5 mi

    This is a cozy and welcoming experience I would recommend especially for families. There are books…read moreand toys, and space to roam. The property is quiet, the host is very accommodating, so if you need something ask! We were in town for a ceremony at Ithaca College and it was a great location to feel like we were close enough but had a retreat to go to. Loved the pellet fireplace as it made the rainy days we were there more comfy cozy!

    A delightful yurt on a quiet farm, 15 minutes outside of Ithaca. This is much more of a cottage…read morethan most of the yurts I've stayed in, most of which give the feel of canvas-sided cowboy tents rather than tiny houses. Painted walls, trim around the doorways, real countertops --- but you've still got the round walls, round central skylight, and some painted plywood floors to remind you it's not your average vacation rental. My group was three adults and a 7-year-old; this place was well suited for 4, and would be usable for 6 (which would require folding the sofa into a bed). There's one bedroom with a door, and a loft area with another double bed but little separation from the living & kitchen spaces. The kitchen worked well for cooking for 4-6; there's not a huge number of pots and pans, but plenty for a reasonable meal. Plenty of dishes, silverware, and glasses, including lots of kid-friendly versions. The wood pellet stove is thermostat-controlled and easy to use --- just remember to feed it every 8-10 hours in the winter. The bathroom is quite reasonable, with some fun homemade shelves. The owners (who live in the neighboring house) are friendly; their two kids were happy to play with our young person, and did a great job of showing off the small play set and outdoors toys. Easily the most homey and comfortable yurt I've ever stayed in --- and one of the most pleasant and picturesque cabins or cottages. Highly recommended.

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    Climbing Vine Cottage - Cute kitchen with plenty of cooking utensils

    Cute kitchen with plenty of cooking utensils

    Climbing Vine Cottage - Queen bed with smart TV

    Queen bed with smart TV

    Climbing Vine Cottage - Outside pic of the yurt

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    Outside pic of the yurt

    Admiral Peabody's Lakeside Lodging - My husband and I enjoyed a sample of a local wine on the private dock! Our pup liked watching the fish jump:)

    Admiral Peabody's Lakeside Lodging

    5.0(6 reviews)
    25.8 mi

    I brought my wife and kids here for the 4th of July weekend to visit some family I had in the area…read more One of my uncles and his family had stayed here previously and recommended it to us. I am really glad they did. We stayed in a two bedroom unit with my parents. There was plenty of room for all of us. There were plenty of blankets and towels, and the full-sized kitchen gave the place a nice home-like feel. There were even chilled glasses in the freezer for our drinks! The view from the patio is amazing. We enjoyed some time just sitting outside watching boats sail around the lake. For the July 4th fireworks, we sat on the deck (which is exclusive for guests) right on the water. We could not have asked for a better view. As much as we liked the atmosphere of the room, we liked the owners even better. We interacted mostly with Olga, who was so sweet and accommodating. Anything we needed was provided. She treated us to a fresh watermelon, and even allowed my wife (who is a die-hard Buffalo Bills fan) to take a Bills glass that was in the freezer home. I cannot say enough good things about Admiral Peabody's. It is definitely a place at which I would stay over and over again.

    The best place to stay in Watkins Glen on the lake? Admiral Peabody's 100%. My husband and I found…read morethis place last week by accident through a recommendation from a concierge at another hotel. We needed to find last-minute accommodations that would allow our dog and also didn't cost $500 a night after our van broke down unexpectedly. Admiral Peabody's was an affordable, clean and dog friendly hotel in Watkins Glen that we totally lucked into because it didn't even come up on our searches! This place totally exceeded our expectations. Admiral Peabody's doesn't feel like a hotel. It feels like your own lakeside cottage. We stayed in the 2 bedroom suite. We were able to sneak a look at the one bedroom bungalow cottages which were also adorable! Our suite was roomy, comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. It was also really nice sitting on the deck right outside of our room. PLUS, Admiral Peabody's has a private dock right on the lake with tables, chairs and a blue tooth music system. I'm not sure how old this yelp listing is but the owner now is Luke. HE IS THE BEST. If you are looking for a great place to stay in Watkins Glen, don't pass up this hidden gem.

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    Admiral Peabody's Lakeside Lodging - Not the most glamorous outfit...lol We broke down in Watkins Glen and ended up having the best time! Admiral Peabody's was the best!

    Not the most glamorous outfit...lol We broke down in Watkins Glen and ended up having the best time! Admiral Peabody's was the best!

    Admiral Peabody's Lakeside Lodging - View from our room. Admiral Peabody's is a lakeside hotel in Watkins Glen on Seneca lake. Get up early! The sunrise on the lake is stunning!

    View from our room. Admiral Peabody's is a lakeside hotel in Watkins Glen on Seneca lake. Get up early! The sunrise on the lake is stunning!

    Admiral Peabody's Lakeside Lodging - Admiral Peabody's is dog friendly! Our pup had such a good time here!

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    Admiral Peabody's is dog friendly! Our pup had such a good time here!

    High Country Acres

    High Country Acres

    5.0(1 review)
    4.5 mi

    Had such a wonderful time! Can't wait to go back during the summer months! Very peaceful place!…read moreBeautiful scenery in every direction. The cabin is warm and cozy, but also has an open feel to it. Everything you think of was provided. The decor was perfect and made the cabin feel like a home. My oldest daughter really liked the moose antlers! It is tucked away in the hills but it is easy to find and get back on the main roads. The location it a short drive to so many places. On our stay we went to the Corning museum of glass, and the Rockwell Museum. It was about a 40 minute drive west. The owner Liz provides a booklet of places to go and things to do and see. There are trails to hike. We didn't get to this time cause of all the snow. But will be coming back to do it in the summer. After all our walking in Cortland the hot tub outside in the winter time was a dream! My kids really loved the hot tub as well. There is a full kitchen, and bath. We didn't want for anything. The pictures really don't do this place justice. You have to see it! Thank you Liz for a great vacation! Michael, Rosemary, and kids C.

    From the owner: Enjoy a relaxing stay in the peaceful woods of the Southern Finger Lakes Region of New York State…read more Hike the surrounding area while experiencing nature at her best. Scout the many nearby attractions, or just sit on the porch or in the hot tub, and soak up the scenery.

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    High Country Acres - One of the trails we will be coming back for!

    One of the trails we will be coming back for!

    High Country Acres - Another trail to climb later!

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    Another trail to climb later!

    Rustic Log Cabins - Our cabin.

    Rustic Log Cabins

    4.0(2 reviews)
    30.8 mi

    Should be two stars - but service (Jackie!) gives it an extra star. Here's what you're getting at…read morethe Rustic Log Cabins on the Leidenfrost Vineyard: - Beautiful views of the lake (not sure if you can get to the lake from the cabins, we accessed the lake through a friend's house on the water.) - Peaceful - A one minute walk to the Liedenfrost Winery (it's literally right next door) - Your own private cabin with a fridge, two beds (our's had one single and one queen), dressers, table, chairs, porch with rocking chairs, and a picnic table. - Communal bathroom - like at a campground. - Across the street is Curtan's (?) Market - Cheese, hot sauces, produce, ice, and sandwiches. - No Wi-Fi - BUGS - bring A LOT of bug spray. The bugs will crowd around your door while you're inside at night. If you have to leave while it's dark, we learned the trick of turning the lights off at first, letting most of the bugs leave the door, then running out! (This was the number one con for us.) - Bring flashlights!! - You have to bring your own sheets, blankets, pillows, towels, etc. Approach the log cabins like you're going camping. If you hate camping and bugs, then there are plenty of hotels. But if you love to camp, like me, you'll enjoy this place. It's inexpensive and would be great for a group of friends to rent out all the cabins.

    Had an absolutely wonderful time at these cabins!…read more My group of 15 enjoyed their stay at the Rustic Log Cabins. We rented out all four of the cabins, which meant we did not have to share the bathrooms with other groups and we were able to be a little louder than what you would expect at a state park camping grounds. I brought my dog on the wine tour and she had a blast as well. The cabins were pet friendly, and Jackie was so kind, telling me to be careful around the road (route 414) because a lot of people speed/whip right by. Cabins: The cabins were very quaint. My group went camping at a state park last year and had a blast. A lot of people thought the cabin would be too much, but they were perfect. We all had enough room to sleep on a bed, had electricity to charge our phones, and refrigerators to keep our beverages and leftover food from lunch and dinner cold. Each cabin had their own picnic table and bonfire. We just made one bonfire and moved a table over to accommodate all the people we had. There were stoves in the cabins, but we did not use them. There was firewood provided, which was very nice. Communication: Jackie was very easy to contact. We made our reservations two months in advance, and we kept in contact until the day of our arrival. She sent me a reminder in the mail, stating the remaining balance on a little brochure that stated more information about the cabins. I contacted her five days before our reservation confirming our arrival time and she promptly responded. When we arrived the day of our reservation, the cabins were clean and ready to go. She met us at the cabins and gave us a lot of suggestions as to where to go around the area. I would definitely recommend staying at these cabins if you are looking for a happy medium between camping and a hotel. My group loves the outdoors, so being able to have a bonfire and watch the stars at night was simply perfect!

    Cayuga Lake Cabins - A fun filled week, a 1,000 or so miles driven with comfortable bed each night inside a custom handmade log cabin. Thanks, Jim & Cheryl.

    Cayuga Lake Cabins

    3.5(6 reviews)
    39.3 mi

    Discriminatory business & poor customer service. I attempted to reschedule a booking and one of the…read moreowners, Cheryl Santos, banned us from going back to the cabins. You can't just ban customers because they want to reschedule their trip. What kind of scam business is this? Cheryl is a disgustingly rude person - just look at the way she has replied to other customers. We were repeat customers after visiting last fall; I wanted to bring my friends because the area is quiet and there are lots to do even thought the cabins aren't the best. Cheryl's behavior is discriminatory, unprovoked, unprofessional and she is an all around nasty person to deal with. Please see the screenshots attached.

    I just returned from a bachelorette party at the cabins! We had a great time and they were perfect…read morefor this event. The cabins are sparkling clean and look brand new. They are very cute! There is a fire pit and corn hole equipment to use in front of the cabins. This is a perfect place to rent for a group or even as a couple or family. It's so nice that there is a wine tour option available with these cabins. We did a 6 hour tour and it was super convenient. The wineries in the Finger Lakes are amazing! The van that took us was clean and had snacks and waters in it. Great added feature for the accommodations. Cheryl and Jim are such nice people! They dealt with everything in a very professional and kind manner. They are so responsive to emails and any questions we had while staying. They are available to help with anything you may need during your stay, but they are non-intrusive and give you your privacy at the same time. They are some of the kindest people I have ever met. They gave us so much information about the cabins and area beforehand. This definitely help make our experience a great one. I will definitely be back to the cabins as soon as I can!

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    Cayuga Lake Cabins - Relax on the front porch.

    Relax on the front porch.

    Cayuga Lake Cabins - Wood fire pit area. Picnic tables, grill and hiking trails.

    Wood fire pit area. Picnic tables, grill and hiking trails.

    Cayuga Lake Cabins - Enjoy the fabulous Finger Lakes wines on the Cayuga Wine Trail.

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    Enjoy the fabulous Finger Lakes wines on the Cayuga Wine Trail.

    Rune Hill Sanctuary - vacation_rentals - Updated May 2026

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