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Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen!

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TV, fireplace
Marina
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Hector, NY
  • Penguin Bay Winery
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen!

With a name that says it all; Knotty and Nice is a rare Finger Lakes classic on the east side of Seneca Lake. North of Watkins Glen, this home is perfect for your friends and family alike whether you're attending an event at the track, or you've got a wine or beer tour planned.

The main entry offers a cozy living area to greet guests. A decorative fireplace adds the perfect touch to the already warm and welcoming room. With plenty of comfortable furniture available and a dining table that seats four; the kitchen shares the open floor plan with this space. Visiting with your friends and family while preparing meals and relaxing with lake views from the distance – it's enough to make you want to stay again and again!

With four bedrooms throughout; two on the main level and two upstairs – choosing your favorite room is a real treat. Whether you have a lake view or garden view you're sure to feel at home while staying at Knotty and Nice.

The lakeside deck offers plenty of space for enjoying outdoor meals, or lounging in the afternoon sun. If you prefer the cool shade from the hot summer sun. A few steps off the deck and a quick walk across the grassy area and you can enjoy dipping your toes into beautiful Seneca Lake. A permanent dock is available to cast a line and catch a fish or two for dinner!

Located on a dead end, low traffic road, Knotty and Nice is perfect for vacationers of all ages. Enjoy a scenic walk or bike ride down the street, or just take pleasure in the peaceful quiet of this quaint cottage. For tourists, Knotty and Nice is conveniently located between Geneva, Ithaca, and Watkins Glen area attractions. Popular wineries are abundant within a short drive, including Wagner Vineyards, Boundary Breaks Vineyards, and Bagley's Poplar Ridge Vineyards. Downtown Watkins Glen is within a 20-minute drive where you'll have a variety of area restaurants, local shops and the Watkins Glen State Park. Or, break up your day and take a cruise on Seneca Lake with Captain Bill! Your next trip to Seneca Lake will be unforgettable when you stay at Knotty and Nice. Call and make your reservation today!

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.

Note:
1. Smoking is not allowed in any rental property. This includes vaping and e-cigarettes.
2. Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in the description.
3. 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.
4. Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets.
5. Docking capabilities may vary based on current water levels. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes.
6. Outdoor amenities, including furniture, watercraft and firepit are not available between October 15 - May 15.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Penguin Bay Winery. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Penguin Bay Winery and a few minutes from Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room
Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen! offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Finger Lakes Premier Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

479736
Vrbo Property

Knotty and Nice: Sunset Views Close to Watkins Glen! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
This was the first time at Seneca lake! We absolutely enjoyed the view, and the home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic with a fantastic view
We were very happy with the property. It is older but clean. No water cooler as pictured and no dishwasher, although we were given dishwasher tabs???? Other than that, fire pit was great, access to water no stairs - beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seneca sunsets
A great family getaway, with something for everyone - water fun, winery visits, museum stops, just hanging on the amazing deck, firepit storytelling and sunsets. Clean rooms, comfy seating, and a kitchen with everything necessary to make group meals. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake House
Perfect location for a lot of great wineries and breweries! Perfect place to come back to at the end of the day, sit on the large deck and enjoy the sunset over the lake. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden paradise
Wonderful host and am looking forward to returning!! Definitely will recommend this location.. thank you for a treasured memory
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

A. Duffy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage getaway
This was a perfectly pristine 70s vintage cottage with all the modern amenities. The view is perfect and worth a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend at Knotty and Nice
Four adults were very comfortable at Knotty and Nice, where we particularly enjoyed the deck and lake views. VRBO was extremely helpful to me when the property's management company caused confusion (confusing forms; contradictory info from different employees) during the reservation process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for kids
We enjoyed our stay in the cabin! A bit of yard for the kids to run, a safe road, well-sized bedrooms, and well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fingerlakes Girls Getaway
This is our 3rd year coming to the Fingerlakes for our annual girls trip and it did not disappoint! This was the closest we have been to our favorite winery and everything was only a couple minute drive to other establishments. The groundsmen was there to say hello and greet us and was super hospitable! The view was gorgeous and it was so nice to sit out on the deck. The only issue we had was the ants. Normally I am not bothered by bugs knowing we are in a lake setting and in a house with tons of wood floors, beams and walls, but the ants were pretty bad. I woke up to a few dead in my bed. And others had issues in their rooms also but just with bugs. Besides that it was a wonderful stay and clean and would come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023