Title: Wakiva Esperanza: Beautiful Lakefront and Dog-friendly Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Wakiva Esperanza: Beautiful Lakefront and Dog-friendly Home Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50850000/50847100/50847015/8383a579.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50850000/50847100/50847015/e78188be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50850000/50847100/50847015/1b6c3d53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50850000/50847100/50847015/60adbe8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50850000/50847100/50847015/2d4ca4bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Wakiva Esperanza: Beautiful Lakefront and Dog-friendly Home provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Wakiva Esperanza: Beautiful Lakefront and Dog-friendly Home This Keuka Lake classic, 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage features one of the best views on Keuka Lake and is located directly below a scenic overlook. Wakiva Esperanza sits on a quiet, dead-end road within a short walk to Keuka Lake State Park and its many trails. For the nature lover, trees surround the cottage and offer shade on those hot summer days. Keep your eye out for birds, herons, ducks, and more! Friendly little chipmunks and squirrels may scamper about to say hello. Inside, the open floor plan provides space for family to enjoy some time together. Its rustic charm will be the perfect retreat from your everyday life. For your scenic viewing pleasure, there is a balcony off the master bedroom (second floor), plus a deck off the living area (first floor) with picnic table, BBQ, and room to put your feet up! The shared lakefront features good swimming and a lake bottom that is rocky; with a small shale beach for wading in. Two shared docks are available for your use. A picnic table, shade tree, campfire circle, and plenty of non-motorized watercraft are available. Don't waste any time! Book your vacation getaway to Wakiva Esperanza today! Note: Driveway Is Steep To House. AWD or Front Wheel Recommended. Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting. The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time. This includes both day and overnight guests as well as all children including infants. Note: 1\. You will receive an email upon confirmation with a link to our Guest License Agreement which is a copy of our Rental Rules that must be signed and returned within 7 days of receiving. 2\. Smoking is not allowed in any rental property. This includes vaping and e-cigarettes. 3\. Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in the description. 4\. Air conditioning is not available unless listed as an amenity. If available, air conditioning is considered a seasonal amenity and is only available May 15 - October 15. 5\. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets. 6\. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes. 7\. Outdoor amenities, including furniture, watercraft, and firepit are not available between October 15 - May 15. 8\. 2 dogs allowed maximum and $100 plus tax non-refundable pet fee applies per dog. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34322800/34322782/02b64a23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Overlook Cabin: E. 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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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 367729 ## About the area Located in Branchport, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Arts Center of Yates County and Oliver House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hunt Country Vineyards and Heron Hill Winery. 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Hunt Country Vineyards is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Wakiva Esperanza: Beautiful Lakefront and Dog-friendly Home Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua J. Jun 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location Excellent stay at a great spot on the lake. ##### Joshua J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly R. May 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway Beautiful and clean home in a picturesque setting. We loved all the outdoor and water activities available to us. Very welcoming! Thank you for sharing your home with our family! It was the perfect getaway!! ##### Kelly R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsey K. Sep 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great girls weekend Property was just as stated. Roomy and had everything we needed. Beautiful beach and view. Access to kayaks, which was fantastic! Property manager was easily accessible, very friendly, and helpful with anything we needed! Would absolutely recommend. House is also very central to several small towns and wineries which was a big plus. ##### Lindsey K. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine K. Oct 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### CK Had a great stay at Wakiva Esperanza with my family including my elderly mother. Was nice to have a bedroom and shower on first floor for her. Overall very clean—only a few minor shower spots. Everything worked!! Very beautiful setting. Lake site stunning. Dog friendly though we didn’t bring our dogs and wouldn’t have known that other dogs had been there. Would definitely go back! ##### Christine K. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tania B. Oct 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous This house was the perfect girls weekend stay, home was so clean, charming, cozy and owner was absolutely the friendliest. Definitely recommend it and will be back! ##### Tania B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen L. Oct 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just as advertised The property matched my expectations all in a good way ##### Kathleen L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Teri M. Jul 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great views Wonderful views from the deck. Enjoyed coffee each morning from the deck. Well stocked kitchen and hot tub was nice after a day of exploring. The neighboring Aussie was a bonus! Would recommend! ##### Teri M. 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