[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Cozy starting off point in the heart of the Finger Lakes Apartment with kitchen, a short walk to Watkins Glen State Park ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761003/1d1b364a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761003/a801a011.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761003/9dd7969f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, video library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761003/713d660b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, video library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35770000/35761100/35761003/6456a4f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Fingerlakes Wine Country, The Vintage Raceway Manor offers a cozy retreat. This second-floor apartment in an old Victorian house is just minutes from Watkins Glen State Park and downtown restaurants. With a fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer, and communal firepit in the yard, you'll feel right at home. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cozy starting off point in the heart of the Finger Lakes Located right in the heart of the Fingerlakes Wine Country - Our place in Watkins Glen NY is the perfect stepping off point for so many amazing journeys! The apartment is only a few minutes walk from Watkins Glen State Park a must see landscape! Saunter down the hill and you are right on among the many restaurants and shops in downtown. Hop in your car and drive only a few minutes to either side of Seneca Lake and go tasting at one of the areas signature wineries, breweries or distilleries. We have thought of your every need and we would love to host you in our home. This space is on the second floor of an old Victorian house affectionately named The Vintage Raceway Manor because of its location overlooking the old road racetrack. Centrally located in the heart of Fingerlakes Wine County this apartment has been recently renovated in 2019 with an attention to keeping the history of the property but bringing it into the 21st century. Fresh and sunny - we chose our color palette to make you feel right at home. This apartment has one bedroom. In the bedroom there is a queen sized bed. In the living room we have a lovely sofa. This apartment is really set up for a couple but you could fit 3 people if someone wishes to sleep on the couch. Amenities include all lines and towels - bathroom products such as toilet paper ad shampoo and conditioner. Full stocked kitchen with pots, ans dishes and silverware and so much more. Washer dryer in the apartment. Communal firepit in our yard. Doggy play pen in the yard. Come enjoy the Finer Lakes area with us! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26900000/26896700/26896640/f19622e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous views from charming headquarters in the heart of the Finger Lakes Watkins Glen - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 52 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=26896640&PinnedHotelID=26896640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe King Room, Lake View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11470000/11467100/11467092/88c03173.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hotel Laurel at Seneca Watkins Glen - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Bar 8.8 Excellent 963 reviews CA $178 CA $200 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=11467092&PinnedHotelID=11467092&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85920000/85916300/85916212/26666545.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Airy Sanctuary in the Heart of Wine Country Watkins Glen - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=85916212&PinnedHotelID=85916212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94750000/94743400/94743350/d4c172dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guest House in the heart of Watkins Glen! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.38195%2C-76.87691&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JM1fGZyZ3gDiVCp4S8MbA8p9SO4=) Watkins Glen, NY #### What's nearby - The Tasting Room - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Seneca Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Watkins Glen State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Castel Grisch Winery - 4 min drive - 3.3 km - Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive - 10.3 km #### Getting around - Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk - ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬7 min walk - ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬5 min walk - ‪Seneca Harbor Station - ‬5 min walk - ‪Art & Nancy's - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cozy starting off point in the heart of the Finger Lakes pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Cozy starting off point in the heart of the Finger Lakes? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### Where is Cozy starting off point in the heart of the Finger Lakes located? > Situated in Watkins Glen, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of The Tasting Room and Watkins Glen State Park. Seneca Harbor and Watkins Glen Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cozy starting off point in the heart of the Finger Lakes Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### janine o. Jun 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Everything was as promised. Little extras like coffee, condiments and bowl of chocolates was appreciated. ##### janine o. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph C. Aug 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### excellent excellent ##### Joseph C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri K. May 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for exploring Property was well furnished and convenient to local places, including the Gorge. The Gorge route wasn’t yet open for the season, but was able to hike the North Rim. Lakewood winery was amazing! ##### Terri K. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paula M. Nov 9, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would stay again I wold have given 5 stars if it wasn't for the check-in process. Only got door code a day b-4. Also 3:00 is a late check-in, but they were finished cleaning by 2:30 which helped a lot. ##### Paula M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian A. Nov 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Brian A. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Jul 15, 2024 ##### Mary Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 25, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great escape! A wonderful place to stay, close to town and all the Watkins Glen and Seneca Lake activities. The apartment was clean and cozy. The only complaint I have was the bed wasn't super comfortable, but the couch was! I would definitely stay here again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Christie D. Sep 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Bright & clean suite between the lake and Watkins Glen State Park Bright and clean, close to the lake, the park, and many shops and restaurants. The washer and dryer were a bonus, being on a 2 and a half week road trip. ##### Christie D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary L. Aug 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location. Close to wineries, breweries and the wonderful Watkins Glen State park. Very much recommend this property. We would stay here again if we were in the area ##### Mary L. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Salamanca-Hotels-Seneca-Allegany-Resort-Casino.h2238839.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels-Golden-Arrow-Lakeside-Resort.h3164.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lake House on Canandaigua](https://www.expedia.ca/Canandaigua-Hotels-The-Lake-House-On-Canandaigua.h49087717.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-Lake-Placid.h6257605.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Duck Lake Campground](https://www.expedia.ca/Syracuse-Hotels-Duck-Lake-Campground.h12599916.Hotel-Information) > > [1000 Islands Harbor Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Clayton-Hotels-1000-Islands-Harbor-Hotel.h7484927.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Resort Lake George - Adirondack Area by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Lake-George-Turf.h1178.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Lake Placid by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Lake-Placid.h26787.Hotel-Information) > > [The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Monticello-Hotels-The-Kartrite-Resort-Indoor-Waterpark.h31681637.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Summit Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Best-Western-Summit-Inn.h5183.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Niagara Falls/Blvd](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Niagara-FallsBlvd.h7532268.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Watertown-Thousand Island by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Watertown-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Watertown-Thousand-Island.h1532633.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [High Peaks Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels-High-Peaks-Resort.h2163041.Hotel-Information) > > [The Whiteface Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Placid-Hotels-The-Whiteface-Lodge.h1343777.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn by Wyndham Plattsburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Plattsburgh-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Plattsburgh.h40554.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Niagara Falls by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Suites-Niagara-Falls.h1946351.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites Watertown - 1000 Islands](https://www.expedia.ca/Watertown-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-Watertown-1000-Islands.h8037.Hotel-Information) > > [Niagara Crossing Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Niagara-Crossing-Hotel-Spa.h11603917.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluff Point Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Plattsburgh-Hotels-Bluff-Point-Golf-Resort.h16037595.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Plattsburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Plattsburgh-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Plattsburgh.h3120.Hotel-Information) > > [The Inn At Holiday Valley](https://www.expedia.ca/Ellicottville-Hotels-The-Inn-At-Holiday-Valley.h2184187.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites Plattsburgh - Morrisonville](https://www.expedia.ca/Plattsburgh-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-Plattsburgh-Morrisonville.h18189.Hotel-Information) > > [del Lago Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Waterloo-Hotels-Del-Lago-Resort-Casino.h18258309.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites Niagara Falls Blvd USA](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-Niagara-Falls-Blvd-USA.h20009524.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Plattsburgh by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Plattsburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Plattsburgh.h5588.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Kingston](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Kingston.h1661941.Hotel-Information)