Save

Entire home

100 ft dock & boat hoists max(4000 lb & 6000 lb)

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12214 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Penn Yan, NY

Torrey Ridge Winery8 min drive
Keuka Lake Outlet Trail15 min drive
Sampson State Park54 min drive
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)78 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

This was the perfect place to get away for a long weekend with friends to celebrate 2 birthdays and an anniversary. The ...

Stephanie G.

Jan 29, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Loft

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Herbst's Hideaway on Seneca Lake

Nestled on a secluded drive in the heart of the Seneca Lake wine trail is our lake home we call Herbst's Hideaway. Relax in this air conditioned 2300 sq ft home which is literally 10 ft from incredible level lakeshore. The panoramic view is breathtaking. We also have a 100 ft dock leading to a large platform that will allow you to soak up the sun, swim and relax to your heart's content. Use the paddleboat, 2 tandem kayaks, 1 single kayak or 1 kids kayak to row to the swim raft. Enjoy the four private king size bedrooms (two with bathrooms) and keep the kids together on the 2 sets of bunkbeds.

Property manager

Matthew & Julia Herbst

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Lake view

Enjoy sunsets out over the water from the dock.

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penn Yan

Located in Penn Yan, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Keuka Lake and Cayuga Lake. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Penn Yan, NY

What's nearby

Torrey Ridge Winery - 8 min drive
Fox Run Vineyards - 13 min drive
Keuka Lake Outlet Trail - 15 min drive
Sampson State Park - 54 min drive
Cayuga Lake - 56 min drive

Getting around

Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬51 min drive
‪Seneca Stag Brewing - ‬7 min drive
‪Fox Run Vineyards - ‬13 min drive
‪Seneca Coffee House - ‬51 min drive
‪Climbing Bines Hop Farm - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Herbst's Hideaway on Seneca Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Herbst's Hideaway on Seneca Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Herbst's Hideaway on Seneca Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Herbst's Hideaway on Seneca Lake located?

This family-friendly Penn Yan holiday home is located on the waterfront, 3.1 mi (5 km) from Prejean Winery, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Torrey Ridge Winery and Miles Wine Cellars. Oliver House Museum and Arts Center of Yates County are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

Learn more

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

14 June 2024

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

Finger Lakes vacation

I was impressed with our stay at Herbst’s Hidaway. The house was spacious and clean. The kitchen was full loaded with all that you would need. We enjoyed sitting out on the dock to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Plenty of chairs inside and out. I would recommend this house to anyone and book this house again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Z.

3 June 2024

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

Great house in a great location!

This is the 3rd time we have stayed here and we love it. It is a great location and a beautiful house with everything we need.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noelle K.

9 May 2024

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

Lake Oasis

The house and property is so much more beautiful in person- the pictures certainly do not do it justice! We had a wonderful time there and were VERY pleasantly surprised and just how beautiful the house was.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

29 Jan 2024

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

Wonderful!

This was the perfect place to get away for a long weekend with friends to celebrate 2 birthdays and an anniversary. The house was exactly as advertised and had everything!! From things to cook with to a ton of games, everything was thought out and was truly home away from home. Host was very responsive. Cannot think of 1 thing I would change!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken B., Thiells, NY

10 Nov 2023

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

Always a perfect getaway

This is our 5th stay at this unbelievable house...so clean, we'll equipped and perfect location make it the best place to go! We booked for next summer and fall already! Thanks Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

31 Oct 2023

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

FLX Get Away

The property worked really well for our group. Plenty of space to spread out and spend time together. I loved doing yoga on the dock in the mornings. A beautiful place inside and out! Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

16 Oct 2023

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

Fun Stay

We have stayed here many times. Never disappointed.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

12 Oct 2023

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

Great hideaway

This house was wonderful. It was quiet with a wonderful view of the lake. It was central to many activities and we had a great time. It rained one day and we stayed in and played games and listen to music. What a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen O.

3 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful Lake House

We absolutely love this home, it provides everything you need plus some! The kitchen is a great size and allows us to all gather and cook for each other. Each bedroom is perfect for each couple and plenty of room for heavy packers. Two of the bedrooms have their own en suite. We stay annually and love it more and more. There were tree trimmers blocking the road on a weekday during normal working hours and we needed to wait for them to move (the driveway to the houses is one lane) but the workers were very nice-I told them I rent and they were able to move the tree trimmings and 2 large trucks in 5-10 mins. It wasn’t any trouble! We rent a van to drive us around on the weekends- we’ve never ran into any problems getting a van there. Walking distance (about a mile) to the Climbing Bines brewery. Beautiful view and area to walk around. Neighbors are really nice too!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

21 Sept 2023

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

Awesome getaway !!

The location of this house is perfectly set in the middle of the lake ! Close to wineries and right on the lake. We enjoyed the dock for morning coffee and just relaxing. We used the fire pit since our nights had a chilly breeze from the lake. The kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked. The beds are super comfortable. There is even a sound system throughout the house and outdoors with remote control. Matt responds quickly to any questions.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

16 Sept 2023

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

Great lakeside visit

This home is spotless, well-stocked and sized perfectly for our group of 4 couples. The view is fantastic and the location’s proximity to wineries and breweries is terrific. This was our 3rd annual trip to this property and we are already planning our return for year 4!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

13 Sept 2023

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

Perfect Location

This was our second time staying at the Herbst’s house. The location and views are priceless. Dealing with the owner Matt was easy. If we had any questions he was a phone call or text away. We will definitely stay there again. Thanks Matt

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John H.

31 Aug 2023

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

FLX

We all enjoyed the property and especially the outside areas and also the 4 king beds

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B., Rockland County, New York

27 Aug 2023

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

Another Fantastic Stay!

Another amazing stay at Herbst Hideaway! My family, friends and I enjoyed the beautiful sunrises, hanging out on the dock, kayaking and the close proximity to the wineries and breweries. The house itself was so clean and comfortable. Matt the owner responded so quickly if we had any questions. Overall, we had a super time!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Richard C.

24 Aug 2023

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

Great family get away

This was our first vacation out of state with our entire family. Our group included 6 adults and 4 children. The house was perfect for our needs. Our grandchildren swam morning, noon and night and absolutely loved the swim raft. We took full advantage of the paddle boat and kayaks too. One of our favorite activities was hiking to see all the beautiful rock formations, rivers and waterfalls. The Finger Lakes area of New York is absolutely gorgeous. We’re so glad we chose to visit that region and stay at Herbst Hideaway. Matt was very prompt responding to all of our questions and made our check in process super easy. Thanks for opening up your lovely home on beautiful Seneca Lake to our family. We made lots of special memories there.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwenn M.

13 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful Experience!

Upon entering the home I was so impressed as I thought the pictures looked nice, but it was even better in person. So clean, updated and the kitchen was fully stocked with cooking gear and the bathroom had a closet full of bath towels. There were kayaks, a paddle boat, rafts and even boat shoes! I have always gone to the Jersey Shore or Disney and this truly beats both! Gwenn & John

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Resa H.

7 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful house and location!

House was absolutely beautiful and fit our family perfectly! The house is fully stocked with everything and more! We have rented a lot of houses over the years and this house had more than any other house ever had! Owner was great to work with and extremely helpful! So nice to have someone review everything with us when we arrived! Will rent again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

31 July 2023

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

Relaxing vacation

Very clean and great sunrise over the lake. Adult and kid kayaks and paddle boat were used everyday. We even caught a fish while relaxing in the paddle boat. There were numerous wineries and breweries not far from the house

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

23 July 2023

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

Stay at Herbst’s Hideaway

Lovely lake house. Very clean. Wonderful kitchen and dining area

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri A.

18 June 2023

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

Wonderful!

The house is just as described and more. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. Enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boat. The dock is lovely in the morning with coffee. Communication with the owner was fabulous. We also had a great time exploring the area - including the Keuka Outlet Trail, Watkins Glen, the Corning Glass Museum, Skaneateles, even did a day trip to Niagara, and several wineries and breweries. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Bristol, CT

15 June 2023

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

Slice of Heaven!

Each year in May or June ten friends travel to the finger lakes for our ladies wine weekend. Each year we pick a different area to explore, this year Seneca Lake. We had a wonderful stay in Penn Yan. So much to see & do. Spent time in Geneva & Watkins Glen. Not mention all the wineries. Herbst’s Hideway was the perfect setting. Each morning waking up to the beauty of Seneca Lake. Matthew, the owner was very responsive to our questions. The house was perfect. Nice size kitchen with all the necessities. Very clean and comfortable sleeping. I would highly recommend this home for your next trip to the Seneca Lake region. Nancy, Bristol CT

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

1 June 2023

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

Beautiful lakefront property

Large open kitchen/dining area was stocked with all we needed and had plenty of seating for our group of 12. Lakefront views and access were perfect. We used the boat lift, dock, kayaks and peddle boat for lots of water fun and fishing. The sound system was excellent including dock and separate room speakers. The fire pit was fun for evening fires, smores and conversation. Plenty of outdoor seating on upper, lower and dock areas. Matt was very responsive to all questions and needs. We'd definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R., Hazleton

11 May 2023

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

Amazing house/trip

the best house! …gorgeous place right in the lake, very clean, fully stocked without having to bring all the house necessities along. Matt was super helpful ensuring we knew where everything was in the house.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rafael P.

24 Apr 2023

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

Great place for a fun weekend!

We stayed here with 8 people as part of our Seneca 7 relay team. The location was middle of the lake which made it easy to get places. It is near one of our favorites, Climbing Bines! Matt (the host) was very nice, communicative, and the house was really nice, with beautiful views. The sounds system was amazing too!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rasica S.

7 Jan 2023

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

Immaculate House

Matthew was a pleasure to communicate with. His house is absolutely immaculate. It’s so clean and spacious. The kitchen is fully stocked - we were able to cook several meals over the weekend. The outdoor area is so beautiful. We are already planning a trip back to Matthew’s house next year!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022