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Heron Hideaway: Lamoka Cottage w/ Private 3/4 Acre Lot, 135' Flat Lakefront

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Private dock with canoe and kayak available for your use
The cottage
Relax by the water in the hammock or next to the campfire
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 569.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bradford, NY
  • Lamoka Lake
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Waneta Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Keuka Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Heron Hideaway: Lamoka Cottage w/ Private 3/4 Acre Lot, 135' Flat Lakefront

Escape to "HERON HIDEAWAY," nestled on the scenic west side of Lamoka Lake on an over-sized, private lot with over 135' of LEVEL LAKEFRONT. At this secluded, cozy, & economical 2BR getaway, you'll enjoy the enclosed porch, outdoor furniture, fire pit, and PRIVATE DOCK. A canoe and tandem kayak are provided for your use.

Inside, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen with everything you need for preparing meals at the lake, plus a toaster, microwave, coffee pot and Keurig, as well as dining table and chairs.

The NEWLY UPDATED living room area has a brand new sleeper sofa that pulls out into QUEEN size bed, chair, & rocker. Indoor entertainment with flat screen TV, DVD/BLU-RAY player, and plenty of movies, board games, cards & puzzles.

Bedroom #1 includes (1) QUEEN size bed and large dresser
Bedroom #2 has (1) FULL size bed, and (1) TWIN size bed with dresser and window AC unit.
Tenants must bring their own linens.

The enclosed porch comes with a rocker, additional seating, & coffee table, that give you a great view of the yard and lake.

Outside, you'll enjoy the large, level, grassy yard. The driveway down is steep, but there's plenty of level parking. Comes with a picnic table, outdoor grill, outdoor furniture, hammock, and fire-pit. The DOCK is perfect for your boat, or you can use the kayak and canoe provided (life vests also provided). There's great fishing right from the dock, but it's not recommended for swimming. Paddle out to the North side of the lake for an island with a pebble beach great for swimming.

In close proximity to Finger Lakes wineries, hiking trails, Watkins Glen and tourist attractions.

Note, there is no WiFi available, but there LTE cell reception is generally reliable.

Property manager

Kelli Hoffman
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Bradford

Located in Bradford, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Keuka Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bradford, NY

What's nearby

  • Lamoka Lake - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waneta Lake - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Keuka Lake - 19 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 33 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 34 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waneta Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Matt's Place - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Urbana Hill Distilling and Brewing - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪A & Aa-Frame - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lost & Found Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heron Hideaway: Lamoka Cottage w/ Private 3/4 Acre Lot, 135' Flat Lakefront pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heron Hideaway: Lamoka Cottage w/ Private 3/4 Acre Lot, 135' Flat Lakefront?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heron Hideaway: Lamoka Cottage w/ Private 3/4 Acre Lot, 135' Flat Lakefront?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Heron Hideaway: Lamoka Cottage w/ Private 3/4 Acre Lot, 135' Flat Lakefront located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Lamoka Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Waneta Lake and Ravines Wine Cellars. Keuka Lake and McGregor Vineyard are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3rd time here

Nice peaceful week despite bad weather,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2024 fishing challenge

We love going to this lovely little house. We love the large yard and the big dock. Oyr goalbis alway who can catch the most snd biggest fish. Granddaughter had the most daughter most pounds ond son largest bass. And lots of memories and stories our favorite fishing place on the fingers
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary getaway!

The weather couldn’t have been better! My husband and I enjoyed nearby wineries and breweries. We spent a couple of days adventuring out and the rest at the cottage. This place was ideal to have a quiet and relaxing long weekend. We really enjoyed going out in the water and soaking in natures beauty. We also did plenty of fishing - several bites and a couple of small mouth bass - perfect place to catch and release. Kelli gave great communication- we’d love to come back and do it all over again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful peacefulness

Beautiful spot. Not for swimming but just all around peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

It was an amazing place to stay. The peaceful setting along the inlet was the best. Cottage was clean and great to stay in. Host was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs.Ruth H.

We liked the private dock access to the canoe and large porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing

A bit out of the way from "all the action", but that is what a lake cabin is for, right? It had everything we needed (except I didn't notice "bring your own linens and towels" in the listing, and had to hit Walmart since we flew in, but that worked out okay. ) Would stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just keeps getting better

This is our third stay at Heron Hideaway, and certainly the best. Everything was great - the sleep (I got ten hours a night), the kitchen, the grill, the sleeping porch, the fire pit and that whole property. A huge waterfront yard where the dogs played endlessly and the northern pike were hitting my lures with gusto. The great weather was a bonus, but even when the weather wasn’t great in years past, we always had a blast. Perfectly located between Watkins Glen and Hammondsport means you always have options for dining, walking and just living. Kelli’s a wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Fall Vacation

Our second time here. Quiet and peaceful all week. Caught lots of fish. Great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene beautiful place

I had a wonderful time at the lake cottage and exploring the finger lakes for the first time. It was very hard to leave this serene, beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ramon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice waterfront property

We enjoyed our stay. We were hoping to be able to at least put our feet in the water from the dock, but the algae made that impossible. If you are capable of kayaking or canoeing, this is a perfect spot. The fire pit was our favorite area, and the heron that came to the dock every day was fun to watch. We were able to go into Hammondsport to the Glen Curtis museum. I would recommend this to everyone. It is also close to Watkins Glenn and Keuka Lake.The camp was adequate for four people. It was clean and comfortable though the kitchen was a bit dated. Overall well worth the cost!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, Picturesque

The property was the perfect location! Far enough away from main parts of Watkins Glen and the Finger Lakes activities, but close enough that you’re able to get to wherever you’re looking to go within only a few minutes. The lake and property were so peaceful and quiet all hours of the day and provided a great place to unwind at the end of the day and to start the day at. We loved the kayaks and canoe that were provided! The lake was so easy to navigate and not much lake traffic. The dock was perfect for fishing, but if you are not on the lake, the hammock and swings were a nice addition. The property itself had just what was needed and was super clean. TMobile phones do not have service although able to get service close enough to property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sibling Vacation with Dogs

We had a great time during our vacation. The cottage was clean and the check-in process was easy. This was our first vrbo experience and the property owner made it extremely easy for us. Our dog enjoyed the cabin as well as the lake, she enjoyed playing fetch around the property. The kayak and life-vest were provided and it was wonderful to go into the lake from the private dock. Overall, it was a great trip and I would love to do it again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog play and disconnect from daily rush

The dogs loved jumping off the deck and getting the balls we threw. It was a nice and quit
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised

Thank you for allowing us to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline P., doraville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing reset

Peaceful, enjoyable vacation. Love visiting local veggie stands, wineries and my favorite new restaurants. The cottage allots for privacy and relaxation. Typical of cottages in the area yet roomy with more beach front. Love this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Finger Lakes Getaway

We enjoyed out time at the cottage, it was very quite and close to attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Deanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location. Nice dock for the boat. Our dog and all of us had a great time. Nice big yard away from the road
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly what we were looking for…

Great place right on the water. Close enough to the wineries while allowing a more remote stay outside of the busy areas around Seneca. Fishing from the dock in the evening was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice, very basic cabin on large lot.

We booked the property primarily to fish Lamoka Lake. The dock was perfect for my boat and the fishing was good for the two days out of five due to 3 days of rain. Lake was very weedy at property location and difficult getting around with a jet drive motor. If you want to cook on an outdoor grill, recommend bringing your own grill.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

janet y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful peaceful

Had wonderful weekend get a way. very relaxing. the autumn colors were spectacular. so much fun wine tasting and shopping . fire pit was great and the sunrise and sunset were beautiful. the communication with the host was perfect with quick respond time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy

This cozy little cottage was a exceptionally clean. My friends and I had so much fun sitting around the camp fire and enjoying the beautiful views of the lake. Very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even Better The Second Time

Last year we went in the spring, and this year we decided to come in the fall. Kelli has made some nice improvements to the place. It was sparkling when we arrived. We cooked great meals on the grill, we got at least nine hours of sleep every night and, as last time, our pup really enjoyed running the yard. The trout stayed away from me, but some of the sunnies put up a decent fight. Being in a quiet area right between Hammondsport and Watkins Glen makes this a very happy relaxing place with choices if you want to do something else. Thanks again, Kelli!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Shirley M., Colden, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, Peaceful, Comforatble

Everything was exactly as advertised. Quiet and peaceful all week. Great fishing. We had never fished in that portion of the lake before and we were surprised by the quality and quantity of the pan fish. We loved the spacious yard and the nice dock for our boat. Sitting in the rockers on the porch was great. Saw herons every day, plus deer, ospreys, kingfishers , ducks and geese. We really enjoy that area. Lots of good local food & produce.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lake getaway

We really enjoyed our stay at this lake house! It was so convenient to have kayaks (a single and a tandem) available on the property. There was one maintenance issue that was addressed immediately. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kelli Hoffman

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NEW OWNERS! The Hoffmans live in Lancaster County, PA but fell in love with the Finger Lakes when they visited for the first time back in 2013. They are outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy hiking, fishing and paddling along with their two American Alsatians, Windy & Odin.

Why they chose this property

We chanced upon Heron Hideaway on our first ever vacation to the Finger Lakes, and enjoyed the cottage as renters. While the whole area is beautiful, we loved Lamoka Lake right away, because it's perfect for fishing and paddling our canoes and kayaks. When we returned years later and had the opportunity to purchase the cottage, it was a no-brainer.

What makes this property unique

We've never stayed in a place that was so peaceful and relaxing. Who doesn't love a cozy little cottage where you can wake up and enjoy a beautiful view of the lake from the porch with your morning coffee? Sure we're biased, but we believe it's one of the best lots on the entire lake - beautiful views, private, a great dock and excellent fishing. We hope you'll love it as much as we do!

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