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Secluded dog-friendly home with loft, firepit, grill, deck, streaming, kitchen

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Relax on the enclosed porch surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Cozy cabin interior with a round dining table and staircase leading to an upper level.
Guests can enjoy a balcony with a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by lush greenery.
Kitchen features a central island, stove, and microwave, with ample countertop space and a window.
Cozy cabin-style room with a high ceiling, wooden floor, and a comfortable bed, featuring a desk and artwork.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 4370 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded dog-friendly home with loft, firepit, grill, deck, streaming, kitchen

Sunny Serenity

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Welcome to Sunny Serenity, managed by Vacasa. This house is located in Hector but your 24/7 support is always nearby.

This house features a comfortable layout and 1 bathroom with space enough for 4.

Please review our property photos and our available amenities to make sure this rental is a perfect fit for your needs. We strive to keep this information as up-to-date as possible so you can feel confident in knowing what you are renting.

We will send you all necessary pre-arrival and check-in information after booking. This can include guest instructions, notices, and other helpful information.

What We Love
A relaxing and spectacular stay awaits at this secluded home nestled in a quiet area close to Lake Seneca access. Boatowners will love the fact that water access in Watkins Glen is only a short drive away, with ramps for smaller boats available even closer at Smith Memorial Park (two and a half miles). Numerous nearby trails offer fun options on dry land while the plentiful breweries and wineries make perfect pit stops on the way back.

This rustic charmer welcomes you with a gorgeous wooden interior and open floor plan. Prepare culinary masterpieces in the well-appointed kitchen, complete with all the essentials. Make sure to take advantage of the gas grill and surprise everyone with delicious grilled treats. When mealtime is over, gather in the inviting living area and stream fun shows and movies on the smart TV, or hang out around the firepit while roasting s'mores. The screened porch offers a great spot to unwind as well. When it's time to hit the hay, head upstairs to the lofted sleeping area. Additional perks include board games. Property has shared firepits.

House Rules
Check-in time: 4:00 PM
Check-out time: 10:00 AM
All guests shall abide by Vacasa's good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
Vacasa is a registered New York State sales tax vendor. And if Vacasa is the merchant of record will collect sales tax and applicable unit fees on all sales of short-term rental unit occupancy within New York State that it facilitates.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of New York

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 370 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

103420

About the area

Map
Hector, NY

What's nearby

  • Red Newt Cellars Winery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hector Wine Company - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 23 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 38 min drive - 39.3 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glenora Wine Cellars - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Grist Iron Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tabora Farm & Winery - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded dog-friendly home with loft, firepit, grill, deck, streaming, kitchen pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded dog-friendly home with loft, firepit, grill, deck, streaming, kitchen?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded dog-friendly home with loft, firepit, grill, deck, streaming, kitchen?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded dog-friendly home with loft, firepit, grill, deck, streaming, kitchen located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Red Newt Cellars Winery, Hector Wine Company, and Leidenfrost Vineyards. Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards and Bloomer Creek Vineyard are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Secluded dog-friendly home with loft, firepit, grill, deck, streaming, kitchen Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Joseph A.

Great location!!

Location was 5 star!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect place to stay for our family!

Our family of 4 enjoyed our stay here! The kids loved the trundle beds and the fire pit. The tiny home was very clean and cozy, we would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael M.

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

Wine Country

Cute spot in the middle of Wine Country.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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

Weekend in wine country

This was a perfect spot for a weekend exploring the Seneca Lake wine trail. The home has everything you need and slept 4 adults very comfortably. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Scott L.

The loft mattress is not fullsized (thickness). Not good for my back but should be ok for kids.

The full kitchen was nice. The grounds and surrounding area was very nice, woods, corn fields and vineyards. The gas station down the road has plenty of food and beverages. This would be a good wine trail hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Nice Spot near Seneca Lake

We enjoyed our stay at Sunny Serenity! Just enough amenities, and the kitchen is well appointed. Our 4 year old loved the loft space, which was perfect cause it's a very low ceiling. Favorite part was the screened in porch. The location is ideal for all the great spots along the east side of Seneca Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joni L.

Lovely bunkie in wine country

Loved the setting with farms and fields all around. You can see all the stars at night. No noise except for the owls. Thoughtfully equipped for the travelers from afar. Close to Sampson State Park as we were there for a dog show. Thank you for letting us spend the weekend at your bunkie. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Annabella B.

Thumbs up!

Close to the lake, this cute and cozy cabin is perfect for a relaxing getaway. Great location! Thumbs up. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kristen T.

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

Great little place

We had a great time staying on this property. We came for a girls getaway and the location was perfect. It was close to wineries, breweries, and watkins glen. As others have stated, the loft was very small, but we made it work. I would suggest if you have back problems, to sleep on the bed on the lower level. This was more comfortable. It was the perfect place to hang out with friends and relax for a couple days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Amazing place for 2.

Everything u need for a nice weekend in the finger lakes. Super easy access to lower and west Seneca. Clean and well kept. Bed is in the loft with low ceiling, ladder access so you need to be a bit agile.
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10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Great location!

This little cabin was in the perfect location, minutes from dozens of wineries. It was very clean. The only thing that caught us off guard was how small the loft was. My husband, baby, and I slept on the main floor rather than trying to sleep up there. We loved it though!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Megan S.

Very misleading

Described as secluded property with fire pit but arrived to find there was another cottage and the fire pit was shared. Who wants to sit at a fire with strangers? There were ants all over the bathroom floor (living and dead). Any crawling up walls, in the sink and shower. There were literal chunks of animal (presumably dog) hair throughout the house and on porch. Cobwebs and dead bugs on porch, that couldn’t have been cleaned in many weeks. My son put his sweatshirt on the floor when we arrived and when I picked it up, there was dust and dirt on it. The rocking chairs have clearly not been moved and cleaned under. There was a layer of dirt on the game shelf that looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in months. Advertised as having a queen bed in the loft, it was nothing more than a glorified mattress topper. Had I known this, I would have brought my own roll-out mattress.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kay P.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Beware of Ants

When we arrived we saw a few ant traps and thought nothing about it - but by that night we were inundated with many large black ants in the bathroom and kitchen. I called Vacasa the next morning and they told me they would send the info off to the local staff and I told the corporate office to let them know I am ok with them coming in to spray that day. I never heard from the local office and that night the ants were even worse. We had them in the downstairs bed and bed up in the loft. I checked out the next morning and continued many conversations with the Vacasa corporate office to refund my money and after 10 days and many phone calls I got a whopping $58. My suggestion is that anyone that rents this place should make sure that the ant problem is cleared up. I was upset because with the ant traps already there they knew they had a problem but chose to still rented it out. Unfortunately, since the management company is not in town solving problems is much more difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Not What I Expected

My husband and I stayed 2 nights to celebrate our anniversary in the Finger Lakes. While the location was nice, unfortunately we found the accommodations a bit disappointing. There were quite a few ants in the house. We noticed several ant traps that were not doing the job. We would have understood seeing a couple given the summertime amd location, but there were a lot. While the description of the property states this sleeps up to 4, the two bed options were very uncomfortable. The Queen bed in the loft was not a mattress. It was more like a flat beanbag bed. We knew the area in the loft was small but did not expect the mattress to be like this. My husband and I used the daybed downstairs. The mattresses on the daybed and pull-out were hard to sleep on as they were too soft and could feel the springs. Usually a daybed allows for the pull-out to pop-up to make a full bed, We were unable to do this so one of us slept on the bed and the other on the pull out below close to the floor. We also were not expecting the strong odor of sulfer in the water. That might be something you want to inform of in the description so people can plan to bring their own water upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024