Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Seneca Falls on Cayuga Lake at The Blue Heron. With 57' of lakefront, a private dock, and three kayaks and one canoe for your use, this lakeside retreat offers endless opportunities to unwind by the water.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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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.
Private lakefront! July 4, some June open. AC, kayaks, fishing, Pontoon optional
Wake up to the beautiful sunrise in Seneca Falls on Cayuga Lake, sip coffee on the wraparound deck. New dock (2025). New added roof and furniture on private back deck for your enjoyment .... or relax out on the dock where the lake and all it offers is steps away from the house - no street between you and the lake. Very private compared to other nearby rentals. We have off-road parking on site since we own two water level side-by-side properties (that's often not the case with lakefront properties in this area ... that's why we make sure to show the roadside pictures of our property. There is a new Ordinance in Seneca Falls concerning properties, so beware of a booking with only roadside parking). Generous 57' of lakefront. Dock on-site (mid-May to October). Blue herons like to fish there at dawn and dusk - and a pair of ospreys can be observed diving for fish right around the dinner hour. Boating (bring yours or rent ours at Boatsetter.com), restaurants, wine trails, the Del Lago casino and events center, and other attractions await your family. If you have a boat / jetski, bring it along - we have access to 3 docks. Swim ladder and a lakemat (on lake bottom next to dock) in water to enhance your lakeside experience .... There is a nice swimming beach and new playground at the nearby State Park as well. Boaters can enjoy the nearby sandbar and Hibiscus Harbor. Four sit-in kayaks and one Old Town canoe for your use on site at no charge. (May - October) Besides the pontoon, swim mat, large float and fishing kayak for rent. Extra docks and parking available - please consult with owner ahead of time. There is a sandbar close by where boats like to gather. Life jackets are also supplied. Firepit by the water with wood (one bundle) with more available close by to purchase, or bring your own! Gas grill with propane on side deck. Cottage is bright and comfortable with amenities and panoramic views. Newer stove and dishwasher. Newly painted kitchen and flooring. Central air, and new additional upstairs individual bedroom units for sleeping and personal preference. The house is clean and - but not so fancy that guests can't just enjoy themselves and the outdoors. Living room and kitchen area in front of the house are spacious and great for relaxing and entertaining. Kitchen table for dining. WiFi/full cable channels with Spectrum is available throughout the house, up and down on 3 bedroom tv’s and living room tv’s. Cellphone service is very good on land and on water. 1st floor back bedroom / familyroom (with lake and deck right outside door) is a large space with a queen mattress with topper, a full sleeper sofa, a sitting area and Ikea furniture (bolted to the wall). Upstairs is newly remodeled and carpeted (2024) and has a queen bedroom set in one room. A twin bed, a daybed, and a set of bunk beds in second upstairs bedroom. . Newer half-bath upstairs. Over 5 guests can easily sleep both up and down with capacity for more (extra-charge of $65/night will show in quote over 5 guests). Please note: Children over a year old are counted in the guest total when booking. Large full bath with tub and shower on the first floor, with stacking laundry. Lots of quiet space for relaxing, playing games, and listening to the waves lap up onto the shore as the moonlight glows over the lake. Great cross breezes, and ceiling fans if preferred over the central A/C. Each floor has ceiling fans in every room (except baths). The Blue Heron has driveway parking for 3-4 vehicles. Please ask ahead about additional parking which can be arranged on site, including boat trailer parking. Lakeside restaurant and outdoor boat bar (Wolffy's) is just a few-minute walk for your convenience. Golf course, playgrounds all nearby. Great lakeside road for biking and walking Of course, the Finger Lakes offer wine trails all around, including within a few miles. Guests can arrange their own wine tours online for pickup from the cottage! (Please search online for Cayuga/Seneca Wine trails since availability changes each season). Great shopping at the Fingerlakes outlet mall, and the Del Lago casino event center is 7 miles north. New smaller casino also 1 mile away. Lots of sightseeing in the area, including Taughannock Falls. Destinations such as Ithaca, Geneva, Skaneateles, Canandaigua, and Rochester are all in the area. Montezuma wildlife refuge, Corning Glass Museum, Watkins Glen and Niagara Falls are some of the attractions that can be enjoyed in a day.
Check back for the occasional cancellation if the dates you prefer are already booked. The season fills up quickly.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
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
Phone
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Instructions will be posted on the refrigerator as to house rules and check out instructions.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Please be as accurate as possible with guest total since additional guests over 5 requires a $65/night charge. Notify owner of changes.
Sign a waiver to use kayaks and canoe (life jackets required)
Travelers must have at least a 4 star rating to book.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 1+ year old are counted in guest total
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
What time is check-in at True private lakefront! Booking 2026 now. AC, kayaks, fishing. Pontoon optional…?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at True private lakefront! Booking 2026 now. AC, kayaks, fishing. Pontoon optional…?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is True private lakefront! Booking 2026 now. AC, kayaks, fishing. Pontoon optional… located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Cayuga Lake State Park. New York Chiropractic College is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.
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Had an amazing time at this beautiful property. The owners were very accommodating. Rented their boat as well and had an amazing time on the lake. Couldnt have asked for a more perfect mini vacation
Host is the best I ever had interaction I have had! The cottage was awesome with so much room, and it was so clean! We would definitely stay again in the future!
We loved our stay here! Right on the water, close to restaurants, spacious and clean. Loved that there was a tv in every bedroom as I am someone who sleeps with a tv on. Beautiful view of the lake!
This house was a great location right on the water and very clean. The host was fantastic with communication and made everything easy for our stay. Highly recommend!
Loved being right on the lake. We enjoyed many hours on the back deck taking in the view. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay. Our host was there to greet us and show us around. We plan on returning!
What a wonderful house, location and great hosts! Laurie and Hunter were so helpful and accommodating, we used the available kayaks and rented the 5-person lounger, highly recommend! We only stayed two nights and wish we could have stayed longer. Will have to plan another trip in the future!
We had a wonderful time at the lake. The owners were right next door to handle any issues that came up. They were very helpful and responsive. The place was perfect. Lovely lakeside dock with views. We would definitely stay there again!
Great view overlooking the lake.in a private setting
Second year staying at the shore house. House is very clean and sets on the shore line.Close to great fishing grounds and nicely maintained at with a reasonably priced. We loved coming back and will come back anytime we come to Lake Cyuga and the senica area..
This property was clean and had all of the things that we needed to make our stay comfortable, including kayaks and a canoe! The view from the deck is just gorgeous and sitting around the fire pit was just the right touch at the end of the day. The property owners were great to work with! We can’t wait to come back!
The house was just like the description. Being that close to the water was perfect for our fishing party. Laurie was excellent to communicate with and I would highly recommend this house to others!
Our family recently stayed at this property, and we could not have been more pleased. The owners provide wonderful accommodation, and the privacy was very much appreciated. This was our first stay and we look forward to many future stays. Thank you very much for creating such a memorable visit for us.
The Telesky family.
Overall, nice property. This is our second time staying here. They've made some renovations since our last stay. Owners are nice. Location is good, not too far from town, and close to other attractions in the area. Lakefront area is nice and as private as it could be.
Returned here for a quick getaway!… Laurie was very responsive and accommodating! The Reno’s made since our last stay were very nice!. Love the location! Lakehouse had everything we needed!
Place was clean when we arrived. The owner did a wonderful walkthrough of the house. We had a blast staying there. It was close to wineries and breweries. The kids had fun using the kayaks and canoe. Thank, we'll be back!
The cutest home with the most amazing backyard. If you’re looking for a place to relax with a great view, this is it. Quiet neighborhood, great location… we even saw two bald eagles while walking to the local restaurant! Highly recommend.