Title: Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6046600&destination=Dundee%2C+New+York%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=35675293&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake ## Photo gallery for Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake ![Outdoor dining - Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake (Dundee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35680000/35675300/35675293/dd823171.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, video library, stereo - Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake (Dundee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35680000/35675300/35675293/0f76a146.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake (Dundee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35680000/35675300/35675293/fee8e7f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, video library, stereo - Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake (Dundee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35680000/35675300/35675293/2072905a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake (Dundee)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35680000/35675300/35675293/bcb871a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to Duckingham Cottage, a cozy lakefront retreat that offers the perfect blend of relaxation and fun. With an indoor bar, entertainment room, wood burning stove in the living room, rear porch with grill and patio set, 50’ dock for kayaks or canoes and lakeside fire pit. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71664 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake A welcoming, fun and relaxing lakefront cottage, Duckingham Cottage will fulfill your lake house vacation dreams. Whether you are looking for relaxation or fun, this 3 bedroom lake house will not disappoint! \*75' private lakefront \*Large yard \*Outdoor pergola with outdoor living space \*Deck and outdoor dining \*Firepit \*Family room \*Kayaks, Paddle boat available seasonally \*Seasonal dock \*Bar area \*Games Duckingham is a comfortably furnished cottage, and you'll be able to cook your own meals in the newly renovated galley kitchen. The living room entertainment area has a smart TV, wireless speaker system, and gaming consoles along with a sectional couch and doors that open to the outdoor deck. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 7 persons. Bedroom 1 is off of the Living Room and has a King size bed. Bedroom 2 has a Queen bed and Bedroom 3 has a Double/Twin bunk combo. The bathroom is a full bath and has a tub/shower combination. Rain trying to ruin your vacation? The converted garage / bar / entertainment room is where the fun is at! This room is equipped with a bar/with stools, TV, blender, basic bar essentials, a half fridge/freezer and a 4 chair table for games, with convenient French door access to the backyard. A perfect retreat for your next vacation, any time of the year! In the summer, enjoy all sorts of in-the-sun fun on the water, or hiking the gorge, fishing on the lake, or relaxing barbecues. Don't miss out on the fall season, and take in the stunning fall foliage while wine tasting at all the local wineries, or sipping your favorite microbrew from the many area breweries; enjoy those warm fire pits on a cool night, or just relaxing indoors with a blanket and book or games. During the winter months, enjoy the peace and quiet of a cold and still day, ice fishing or skating just off our shoreline, Waneta Lake's Ice Derby, or skiing and indoor entertainments just a short drive away. Easy, level access throughout the whole property make this a perfect retreat for those with difficulty getting around! Just one step into the house and 3 steps off the back porch, or 1 step off the back of the garage, are the only steps needed on the entire property, even the dock! Whether there are 2 of you or 7, you'll find Duckingham Cottage to be just the right amount of space, and the perfect location, for that couple days of relaxation that you have been looking for. \*Air conditioning is provided with mini split units in main living areas and master bedroom (the two additional bedrooms have fans but no AC) \*A limited amount of paper towel, toilet paper, soaps, is provided for each guest. \*\*We ask that the primary renter be over the age of 25\. By booking you agree with this policy and comply with this request \*\* No pets or animals allowed at any time. \*\*No parties allowed \*\*Smoking prohibited \*\*Guest must comply with maximum occupancy at all times. No Exceptions. Only 7 guests allowed, additional guests will be asked to leave. \*\*Parking for 4 vehicles only. ​​​​​​​ \*\*Guests are asked to initial a rental waiver, sent via email, immediately after booking \*\*Lake conditions are not guaranteed and are non refundable \*\*DOCK USEAGE: This home has a seasonal dock which is not available for use from October to Mid-May. Seasonal docks are made for loading/offloading passengers only and cannot be used to secure watercraft overnight or for any length of time. Guest assumes liability for use of the dock and assumes responsibility and liability for damages done to the dock during their stay, whether the damage is done by their watercraft or the guest themselves. \*\*Seasonal amenities: kayaks, canoes, paddle boat and some outdoor furniture is available seasonally and is often available for use from mid-May to October only ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 - Unit size: 1,664 square feet ## Similar properties ![Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8080000/8072200/8072167/2c74ca91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 18 Vine Inn & Carriage House Hammondsport - Pool - Spa - Free airport shuttle - Parking included 7.8 Good 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-20&endDate=2026-04-21&selected=8072167&PinnedHotelID=8072167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94323600/94323555/47b4c92f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Finger Lakes Retreat w/ Sunroom, Fire Pit & Bbq! 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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 Duckingham On Waneta Dundee Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake! Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake Dundee Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake Private vacation home Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake Private vacation home Dundee 1021914 ## About the area Located in Dundee, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Keuka Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Finger Lakes Boating Museum and International Motor Racing Research Center are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Dundee travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Dundee.dx6046600) [View more Cottages in Dundee](https://www.expedia.ca/Dundee-Cottages.d6046600-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C42.42857%2C-77.09329&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VmYupbvgFtoA1RnjhCOBR0ABPmg=) Dundee, NY ### What's nearby - ![Keuka Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6217978/575fa30a-6fdf-4591-baf5-89306f221b3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Keuka Lake 8 min drive \- 9.2 km - ![Watkins Glen State Park, New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532665016/b823a5c0-244b-420d-ab09-f6c3427617d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Watkins Glen State Park 22 min drive \- 24.7 km - ![Ithaca College](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087195/3712ef74-3069-41b3-bfd6-6bd6843fe7fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ithaca College 58 min drive \- 78.7 km - Waneta Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - Watkins Glen International 23 min drive \- 26.3 km ### Getting around - Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) 49 min drive ### Restaurants - Waneta Inn 3 min walk - McGregor Vineyard 17 min drive - Weis Vineyards 15 min drive - Domaine Leseurre Winery 15 min drive - Bully Hill Vineyards 22 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake? ### What time is check-out at Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake? ### Where is Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Duckingham Cottage: 3 bedroom home with private lakefront, Waneta Lake Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 - Excellent 46 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle M. May 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect lake getaway Nestled in a quiet location on the lake but still near all there is to do by the finger lakes. Great accommodation ##### Michelle M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma W. May 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Memorial Day Weekend stay This property is in a beautiful location right on the lake. The house comes fully equipped with basically anything you'd need, a real home from home! ##### Emma W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim S. Apr 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay at the Finger Lakes Despite the rainy weather, we enjoyed a long weekend at this great property. The heated kitchen floor was a bonus! It was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Great location. We visited 8 of the 11 Finger Lakes! We would definitely come back. ##### Kim S. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna F. Nov 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful lake cottage! We stayed in early November and had a wonderful experience at the cottage. The beds were sooo comfortable. Enjoyed coffee down by the lake and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere throughout the day. The home was immaculate and offered every amenity we needed. Highly recommend this rental! ##### Anna F. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janelle E. Aug 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Trip We had a great time at Duckingham Cottage! The area was so nice and it was nice to be on a smaller lake. The house was clean and updated and fit our needs perfectly! We had an issue where we had to call maintenance since we got locked out but they came within 20 minutes and got it fixed! Great communication and very helpful throughout the trip. Hope to stay here again in the future! ##### Janelle E. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lori Jeanne P. Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Tidy Cottage, Good for Entertaining Our stay in mid-June was relaxing.We especially enjoyed the view of a pastoral hillside across the lake. The cottage itself is clean and comfortable. The kitchen is compact, well stocked and efficient. The owners say in their description that they enjoy entertaining - the cottage seems well suited to that purpose, especially the stocked bar. We don't drink and were shocked to find free liquor there. All of the dining room chairs are so high that your feet don't touch the ground. We didn't find them comfortable for sitting or computer use. Same for the chairs around the table on the deck. The lighting is not very good for reading, but the couch and recliner are quite comfortable. Sleeping was good. Very quiet. A firm mattress, but sheets were too small. Quiet air conditioning. Good temperature, once we learned how to adjust the thermostats. Little boat traffic, as school was still in session. Fishing was not good even though June 15 was the opening day for bass. On one day, I kayaked for over an hour and only saw one other boat. There is good shade for lounging by the lake in the morning, but little in the afternoon when it is hot. The patio chairs and ottomans are very comfortable but not the chairs by the lake. The geese like the shore, so goose poop was an issue. The dock is excellent and there were several kiddie kayaks and paddle boards. There was a canoe, but no canoe paddles. In summary, a tidy, relaxing cottage despite minor inconveniences. ##### Lori Jeanne P. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole P. Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy My family and I had a great time here! The property and location were perfect! My husband and children spent lots of time fishing and I loved relaxing by the fire pit next to the lake. On rainy days, the house was fully stocked with plenty of board games for all ages. Overall, this was a fantastic trip and I would absolutely recommend this property to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway to the Finger Lakes ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/19a58ed5-c46a-4b3c-882b-6510e61677a6-1757858086303.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/743f6a4a-6771-4513-bc0a-cd75dd5f51f1-1757858086058.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Nicole P. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Albert B. Jul 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean beyond belief ##### Albert B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott M. Jun 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy & Extra Comfort Scenic views of the lake from inside and outside. Duckingham had everything we needed to come back after 10 hours of fishing. We plan on returning. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/013580eb-b27e-4804-b0fe-a68a03497cb5-1750874596061.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Scott M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Norma K. May 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway Great place to hang with family and see the finger lakes ##### Norma K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne F. Aug 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved it! We had a wonderful stay. It was ver TV comfortable. Enjoyed being by the lake and the location. ##### Lynne F. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marius Jun 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication I would like to come again! ##### Marius Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa S. Oct 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Overall Great Cottage We loved Duckingham Cottage - the game room, the view, the kitchen had everything we needed, the canoe, the location, etc. The only complaint (which is kind of a big one) is that the bed was very hard and uncomfortable. ##### Melissa S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark K. Sep 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time on Waneta Lake Our family enjoyed your home on the lake. Some of went to wineries, others over to Watkins Glen race course to catch the vintage races and others just relaxed in the backyard and used your paddleboards and kayaks in the lake. I highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a long weekend in the Fingerlakes area. The home is very clean, comfortable and has a great deck/patio area overlooking the lake. ##### Mark K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott M. Jun 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful cottage on pristine lake Everything was exactly as advertised. Freshness and cleanliness with beautiful views of the lake. My friends and I spent 12+ hours fishing on the lake. Coming back to a clean and updated cottage to grill & enjoy company sealed our love for this place. Property manager kept up consistent communication in case we needed anything but everything was already provided. ##### Scott M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### James W. Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bigger on the inside As my 9-year-old said, this lake house is bigger on the inside. There are two distinct living areas. This was great for us because we could play games loudly in one area while other people watched TV in the other room without bothering each other. The property is scrupulously clean and well-maintained. The outdoor spaces are nice including a big fire ring near the shore.The house is conveniently located for the amazing gorge at Watkins Glen State Park. We also enjoyed a trail ride at a nearby horse farm. The west-facing deck delivers pleasant sunsets.The only negative is that this is not a very good location for swimming. The lakefront is quite shallow with a lot of lakeweed. While we were there, the algae was bad but I assume that varies throughout the year. We took the kayaks and canoe out once but it was kind of gross getting out of the algae bloom into the open water. The lake is very quiet with just a few jet skis and power boats throughout the day. ![Sunset from the fire ring](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d07f6e2c-dd73-46e3-bfcb-9ae32b145046-1754850986270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### James W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori A. Jul 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful relaxing stay The cottage was everything and more than we expected. Beautiful location on the lake with several options of outdoor seating to enjoy the lake front. Thankfully the A/C kept us comfortable while indoors. I have to admit there were a couple "downsides": 1) Geese & ducks tended to really like the two neighboring properties along with Duckingham Cottage, possibly the reason for the cottage name. Anyways, watch for poops by the water and on the dock. 2) Since the stay was so enjoyable, leaving was very melancholy. I can imagine this would be a great rental at any time of year. Would love a return visit in the future. ##### Lori A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### JoAnn G. Jun 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation spot espec for those with young children/grandchildren or several adults Clean cottage with nice updates. Adequate kitchen well stocked. Really appreciated use of kayak, canoe, and young grandchildren ages 4 and 15 mos loved paddle boat with their parents. 4 yr old sang the Disney Moana songs as she held her ‘oar ‘in the water while in the canoe 😊Lake calm with occas gusty spells nothing dramatic. Didnt swim here but went to small ‘beach’ area Hammondport- about 10-15 min drive-stone bottom but grandChildren loved it - just need water shoes.Fishing off the dock and spots around the lake. Made fire in the firepit- seating for 10 down by the firepit! New deck table /chairs and new seating area furniture on patio. Plenty of linens provided which was appreciated. Additional party space was great- lots of games for all ages. Lawn for girls to run on. Easy access to wineries, craft breweries and restaurants. New restaurant /bar/music 5 min walk. Multple birds singing all the time-lovely-also saw Heron, Osprey, ducks, geese and even turtles sunning in channel connecting Waneta with Lamoka lakes. Joleen was really easy to work with, very responsive- answered all of our questions. We had a great week. Thank you to Joleen and her crew! ##### JoAnn G. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sasha T. May 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it!! We really enjoyed our stay here! The cottage looks small from the outside but is quite roomy and comfortable. Everything was very clean and the kitchen is well stocked. The bar room is great. There’s lots of games to play. We loved using the watercraft. We’d definitely stay here again. Thank you! ##### Sasha T. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don G. Jan 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving Trip We stayed here over the Thanksgiving holiday. House was clean and comfortable. It was cold and a bit snowy, but we started a fire in the wood stove, and the house was very cozy. the kitchen had everything we needed to make a full thanksgiving dinner. The bar area was great. There were a lot of games, and we enjoyed them almost every night. We enjoy the outdoors, and there were several hiking locations we visited on our trip. There are also a number of wineries to visit very close to the house. A very relaxing Holiday weekend, thank you for sharing it with us. ##### Don G. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tammy I. Nov 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing View The cottage was clean and well equipped. The decor was very cute and not overdone. The weather was too cold during our stay to use all the water toys, but they looked like they were well maintained. The location is perfectly situated between Wakins Glen and Hammondsport. Our only complaint would be the bed and bedding on the master bed. Too hard for our taste, however, other people might find the hardness nice. The bedding was clean but needs to be updated. The sheets were too short on the sides and the comforter was too thin and too short on the sides. Also, a padded mattress cover would be a nice addition. Other than that small issue, we really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. ##### Tammy I. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Y. Oct 12, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Cottage Great location. Plenty of Parking. Hosts were responsive and helpful. ##### Brian Y. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### leah s. Oct 10, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wonderful house! My friends and I stayed here for a long weekend and loved the close location to wineries and Watkins Glen. The house was perfect! We loved everything about it and are hoping to make it an annual event! ##### leah s. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaley M. Sep 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Great Cottage This was a great location for our trip. We loved the views, water toys, and proximity to activities. Thanks! ##### Kaley M. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy B. Sep 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! This cottage is so wonderfully decorated. It had tons of fun stuff for our 3 kids to do. It was fun trying out some new family games in the evening when the weather was cool. I was worried that the kitchen looked small, but that too worked out wonderfully. They have EVERYTHING you would need! ##### Wendy B. 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