We booked this VRBO based on the listing and the sterling reviews. Our actual experience was much less than acceptable. Two days prior to our arrival we were advised that the house had an old septic system and on well water as opposed to a public sewage/water system. They further recommended we space our showers 15-30 minutes apart. At that time it was too late for us to cancel this reservation and get any refund. The four of us were therefore careful to minimize our water use. On day 2 the water heater failed as one of us tried to take an evening shower. The absentee owner had us troubleshoot the boiler system. The gas boiler “re-lit” that evening, but failed again the next day. The showstopper was when we were unable to flush the toilet or wash our hands due to lack of water flow after only 3 people flushed toilets within 30 minutes. This happened on multiple occasions. We didn’t notify the owner concerning the water shortage as we concluded they already knew about the problem as they had already cautioned us 2 days before check-in that they had a water problem. The owner’s response was as follows: “It is an old house in a rural area and the private well is dependent on the amount of rain in the area and usage. Sometimes people have no problems at all but we try to warn them just in case.” All four of us were extremely dissatisfied. Had we realized that there was insufficient water for basic hygiene requirements then we would have stayed elsewhere.

clean and comfortable. beautiful accommodations. attentive hosts.

The house had everything we needed and is clean and in excellent condition. Any questions we had prior to arrival were quickly answered by Robyn. There was plenty of space for 6 adults. We didn't use the bunk house, but took a look at it. It's a really nice addition of space it's well designed with a full mattress on the lower bunk. The back deck was perfect for sitting out at night to see the sunset and relax to the sound of the water. We were relatively close to Corning, Ithaca and Watkins Glen so seeing the sights was easy.

Stayed with family (8 of us total) and we had plenty of room. They views are beautiful and the outdoor space is well done. Excellent location close to tons of vineyards and breweries and amazing hiking. We would definitely stay again.

Great communication with owners and a wonderful property. Pictures do not do it justice. Beautiful deck views and dock views. Will rent again.

A lovely property in a beautiful location. We loved having dinner on the deck while watching gorgeous sunsets. Nice and clean with plenty of room and a well-stocked kitchen.

Very comfortable cottage in a beautiful location. It has everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We loved the access to the lake and the gorgeous view from the porch. Thank you!

Wonderful time. The dock and deck made for a great time. Hope to come back next year.

A gorgeous property! We sat on the deck that overlooks the lake for hours. We encountered no bugs at night, so watched the sunset from the deck every night. Our only issue was that the outlets in the lower bedroom didn't work, so we had no bedside lamps. Some light bulbs were out too. The lack of A/C downstairs was okay. The water was clear for swimming, and the dock was great. A very quiet and peaceful place!

The location was very convenient. Sitting on the deck watching the sunset was so beautiful and peaceful. We took advantage of the lake on our paddleboards.

We had a great time in Hector. The house is spacious & the extra bunkhouse was really great. We spent hours in the water & on the covered porch. Fires every night. The perfect summer break. The house is well equipped & it was nice to have water shoes available. We left all of our floaties for the next guests. Watkins Glen is close (15 minutes) & has everything you need. The state parks are amazing.

The house was great and the location to great wineries was awesome. If we had to say anything bad about the place would be the lack of A/C in the basement, and that the amenities (i.e), utensils and lack of oil for cooking were either non-existent or lacking. Beyond that we loved it there.

We had a great time in Hector. The house is spacious & the extra bunkhouse was really great. We spent hours in the water & on the covered porch. Fires every night. The perfect summer break. The house is well equipped & it was nice to have water shoes available. We left all of our floaties for the next guests. Watkins Glen is close (15 minutes) & has everything you need. The state parks are amazing.

Excellent location for beautiful, quiet sunsets. Close to Watkins Glen where we had an excellent night out on Captain Bill's dinner cruise. The wine trail can begin right at the top of the road the home is on. The home has everything you need for a great vacation. Enjoyed grilling by the water.

Perfect for a long girls' weekend. Plenty of space for 5 of us. After checking out the wineries and hiking the gorge, we had fun hanging out on the dock, deck, patio playing games. The bar was a plus in the downstairs. Would definitely stay there again!

Perfect for a long girls' weekend. Plenty of space for 5 of us. After checking out the wineries and hiking the gorge, we had fun hanging out on the dock, deck, patio playing games. The bar was a plus in the downstairs. Would definitely stay there again!

We love the Finger Lakes & this side of Seneca Lake in specific. This rental was in the perfect location for us. There were 7 adults & we had plenty of room. The back porch was very nice to start your day with coffee & the way to 'wine' down at the end of the day. Robyn could not have been more responsive to any questions.

We really loved this place. The weather was hot, 90 degrees in May, so we really enjoyed eating on the huge porch! The house was stocked with everything we needed. We had a few fishermen in the group so they enjoyed the dock (one fish caught and released). We had to clean up around the firepit a little and had some nice bonfires. The lawn needed a mowing but otherwise was nice and clean. I wouldn't put anyone in the bunk house though. Don't count on it as a place to sleep as it's a musty mess.

Enjoyed sitting on the porch overlooking the lake. Everything you need for a great stay. Very convenient location to wineries and Watkins Glen.

This property was a perfect choice for us - a group of college roommates looking for a midway point for a 3-day reunion. The cottage is as advertised - great sunsets from the porch and dock. We didn't go in the water due to the temperatures (air and water) but enjoyed the view and the quiet. It seemed we were the only ones in the neighborhood at this time of year. Great location - we went to a concert in Ithaca one night and hiked Watkins Glen gorge on the first day it was open. Great food, beer and wine nearby.

Enjoyed sitting on the porch overlooking the lake. Everything you need for a great stay. Very convenient location to wineries and Watkins Glen.

This property was a perfect choice for us - a group of college roommates looking for a midway point for a 3-day reunion. The cottage is as advertised - great sunsets from the porch and dock. We didn't go in the water due to the temperatures (air and water) but enjoyed the view and the quiet. It seemed we were the only ones in the neighborhood at this time of year. Great location - we went to a concert in Ithaca one night and hiked Watkins Glen gorge on the first day it was open. Great food, beer and wine nearby.

We really loved this place. The weather was hot, 90 degrees in May, so we really enjoyed eating on the huge porch! The house was stocked with everything we needed. We had a few fishermen in the group so they enjoyed the dock (one fish caught and released). We had to clean up around the firepit a little and had some nice bonfires. The lawn needed a mowing but otherwise was nice and clean. I wouldn't put anyone in the bunk house though. Don't count on it as a place to sleep as it's a musty mess.

The cabin was clean & well stocked with the necessities. The view was beautiful & it is in a great area if you want to take tour of the wineries & breweries.

Our friends had a great time staying in this lakeside cabin! The home was very clean and had a beautiful back porch to sit and watch the sunset (rain or shine!). It was also located in a great spot — with plenty of local wineries and breweries within just a mile or two. Thanks for a great stay!

The cabin was clean & well stocked with the necessities. The view was beautiful & it is in a great area if you want to take tour of the wineries & breweries.

Our friends had a great time staying in this lakeside cabin! The home was very clean and had a beautiful back porch to sit and watch the sunset (rain or shine!). It was also located in a great spot — with plenty of local wineries and breweries within just a mile or two. Thanks for a great stay!

My wife and I stayed here for our 25th anniversary trip. We visited waterfalls in the morning and wineries in the afternoon. The location was perfect. The house was outstanding, it had everything we needed. We enjoyed sitting out on the porch, fishing off the dock, watching the sunset over the lake, and relaxing by the fire pit after dark. There were only two of us for this trip but we're already planning on coming back with friends and family. Thanks for a great experience!

My wife and I stayed here for our 25th anniversary trip. We visited waterfalls in the morning and wineries in the afternoon. The location was perfect. The house was outstanding, it had everything we needed. We enjoyed sitting out on the porch, fishing off the dock, watching the sunset over the lake, and relaxing by the fire pit after dark. There were only two of us for this trip but we're already planning on coming back with friends and family. Thanks for a great experience!

Gorgeous view of Seneca Lake off the deck. House comfortable and clean. Great fire pit area Only complaint would be the mattresses on the beds

Gorgeous view of Seneca Lake off the deck. House comfortable and clean. Great fire pit area Only complaint would be the mattresses on the beds

Everything was exactly as advertised. We had a wonderful time.