Waterfront Escape in the Heart of Seneca Lake Wine Country

“There’s a special alchemy to this place, where rolling hills frame glacial lakes, clear streams carve deep gorges through the shale.” — Condé Nast Traveler

Highlights
• Direct Seneca Lake setting from atop a 120-foot cliff, with expansive lake views from the 1.6 acre property

•180 feet of private lakeshore, reached by approximately 110 steps and complete with a covered double-deck dock, 2 kayaks, rowboat, and stand-up paddleboard; Also variety of inflatable floats, life jackets and fishing poles

•6 person outdoor hot tub (seasonal use May-early December) and separate bunkhouse, adding extra space for groups alongside the three-level main house

Set on 1.6 acres above the eastern shore of Seneca Lake, this waterfront retreat combines expansive lake views with 180 feet of private shoreline. The main house sits atop a 120-foot cliff, creating an elevated vantage point over the water, while a separate carriage house provides additional accommodations for larger groups.

Arranged across three levels, the main house offers distinct spaces for gathering and relaxing. The main floor includes two kitchens, a living room, dining area, full bathroom, and laundry area. Upstairs, the primary suite features a queen bed, private full bathroom, and its own sitting area. The ground level follows the natural slope of the hillside and includes a queen bedroom with an en-suite full bathroom, along with a second bedroom furnished with two full-size beds. Double doors open directly onto the lower deck, where a six-person hot tub provides a relaxing place to unwind outdoors.

Located separately above a double garage, the carriage house offers additional space. The approximately 30-by-30-foot room includes a triple bunk with Twin XL beds and a Twin XL daybed, along with a galley kitchen, dining table, television, and full bathroom. Both the main house and carriage house are equipped with central heat and air conditioning for year-round comfort.

A walk of approximately 110 steps leads from the main house to the private lakeshore and shale beach. At the water, an approximately 100-foot covered double-deck dock provides space to settle in beside Seneca Lake. Guests can make use of two kayaks, a rowboat, a large stand-up paddleboard, fishing poles, life jackets, paddles, and several inflatable floats.

The property sits in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country, with two wineries, a distillery, and a microbrewery within approximately one mile. Watkins Glen is about six miles south, placing its restaurants, boating opportunities, famous gorge, and motorsports venue within easy reach.

Within short drives to >100 local boutique wineries plus microbreweries, cideries, distilleries, as well as dozens of lakeside restaurants

Seneca Lake Wine Trail: https://senecalakewine.com/

Cayuga Lake Wine Trail: https://cayugawinetrail.com/

Keuka Lake Wine Trail: https://www.keukawinetrail.com/

Microbreweries: https://www.visitfingerlakes.com/craft-beverages/breweries-and-craft-beer/

Cider: https://www.fingerlakescidertrail.com/

Spirits: https://www.fingerlakes.com/distilleries/

https://www.winetraveler.com/new-york/16-best-restaurants-finger-lakes-region/

See the NY Times Finger Lakes Review Article - October 11, 2026 - many highlights within a very short drive of the house https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/10/08/travel/things-to-do-finger-lakes.html?campaign_id=24&emc=edit_tl_20261010&instance_id=183324&nl=travel-dispatch®i_id=25085019&segment_id=227903&user_id=92649dbd7718561cbc1ea26850e1c605