Dean Lake House:"Historic Seneca Lake Home"

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8.5Excellent
(34 Ratings)
Great location with spacious property, beautiful views, and well-stocked kitchen. Easy access to downtown and pier, making for a relaxing stay.
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8.5 / 10.0
Excellent(34 Ratings)

Cottage in Watkins Glen, NY

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this cottage rental

Welcome to Dean Lake House, a unique historic getaway built in 1850, perfectly located right on Seneca Lake with over 300 feet of beautiful natural lakefront. Whether you're here to explore the Finger Lakes wine trail or simply unwind with your family, this charming vacation home offers the perfect blend of old-world character and modern comfort.

Step inside and be greeted by large bay windows that flood the home with light and stunning lake views. The main floor features a cozy living room and a separate sitting area, perfect for relaxing with loved ones. You'll love the spacious kitchen with plenty of counter space and a breakfast nook overlooking the water—ideal for morning coffee or casual meals.

This vacation home comfortably sleeps multiple guests, with a queen bedroom on the main floor complete with a private bathroom featuring a Jacuzzi tub and shower combo. Upstairs, you'll find a king bedroom with a full dressing room, another bedroom with a double bed, and a full bathroom. The partially finished basement adds extra space, including a bedroom with a queen sleeper sofa and a half bath, plus an enclosed area great for serving buffet-style meals.

Outside, the long covered veranda is the perfect spot to gather and enjoy the lake breeze. Spend your days on the permanent dock swimming, fishing, or soaking up the sun. The mostly level natural lakefront makes access easy for everyone.

Dean Lake House is just a mile from downtown Watkins Glen, where you'll find quaint shops, restaurants, and groceries, plus easy access to Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake wineries.

Book now for an unforgettable Finger Lakes vacation filled with lakefront views, historic character, and plenty of space for friends and family.

Note: A slow moving freight train passes by daily and crosses below the house.

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.

Amenities at Dean Lake House:"Historic Seneca Lake Home"

Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

8.5 / 10.0
Excellent(34 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Great location with spacious property, beautiful views, and well-stocked kitchen. Easy access to downtown and pier, making for a relaxing stay.
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jun 2025
This is a great location. The house was clean and the view was spectacular.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2024
Location was amazing, house was clean and roomy. The only bad thing was the parking garage . It’s not too close to house and instructions to open it were never conveyed through the email . We had to contact maintenance to see how to work the garage doors . They did answer promptly. Overall it was a pretty view and relaxing atmosphere.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2024
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6.0 / 10.0Average·Jul 2025
The house was beautiful although very outdated for the price , clean and also very close to downtown Watkins Glen and other places on the lake as well. However.... The details for the house are not correct... it states in one place there are 5 bedrooms then in another place it says 4 bedrooms. There are ONLY 3. So keep that in mind when looking for somewhere to stay and its all adults !!!! The two fold out couches and the bed in the first floor room was extremely uncomfortable . Based on what we were looking for and the way the property was described in the post , I do not think we will book this property again for what we needed.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Dean Lake House:"Historic Seneca Lake Home". For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Dean Lake House:"Historic Seneca Lake Home" pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Dean Lake House:"Historic Seneca Lake Home"?

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