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Amazing Lakefront Cottage - Perfect Summer Getaway

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Canandaigua, NY
  • Canandaigua Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • CMAC Performing Arts Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Canandaigua City Pier
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Lakefront Cottage - Perfect Summer Getaway

Built in 1920, this vintage Cottage-on-the Lake features a large lakeside porch with spectacular views. It provides comfortable seating for 12-14 to enjoy meals, sunsets, or just relax with coffee or a glass of wine. The dining room is a great place to gather for a meal, board games or cards. The flat screen television in the living room has DirecTV service and a DVD player. The screened back porch is a comfy spot to read or watch the bocce players go at it. A well-stocked kitchen has an abundance of dishes, utensils, pots, pans, etc. as well as the standard amenities: refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, stove, dishwasher, disposal, and microwave. The laundry room has a full-size washer and dryer.

The upstairs bedrooms include 2 family suites, a private double bedroom and a lake view single bedroom. Each family suite has a queen bed with an adjoining room, separated by double doors, that has a double bed. The master family suite has a full bathroom attached. There is another full bath upstairs. On the first floor there is a single bedroom and nearby half bathroom. The cottage sleeps 14 if all beds are full. The cottage is not air-conditioned but the lake and shade usually keep the temperatures in the comfortable range. Several fans are provided if needed.

The cottage sits on a huge grassy lot with many large trees and shrubs. There is an abundance of play space and room to breathe!

The lake-level patio with tables and umbrellas is great for sunbathing or sitting in the shade while watching people swim. Fishing off the dock can be a fun way to enjoy the lake. A buoy is provided to anchor your boat.

Parking available for five cars.

Property manager

Tom Vecchi
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 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
Would like to know number & description of pets.
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

North America

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Canandaigua, NY

What's nearby

  • Canandaigua Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • CMAC Performing Arts Center - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Canandaigua City Pier - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Roseland Waterpark - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park - 13 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Riedel's Fast Food - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Lakefront Cottage - Perfect Summer Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Lakefront Cottage - Perfect Summer Getaway?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Lakefront Cottage - Perfect Summer Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Lakefront Cottage - Perfect Summer Getaway located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Canandaigua Lake and Deep Run Beach. Kershaw Park and Canandaigua Lake State Marine Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Great stay!!

We had such a great stay. The house accommodated our group perfectly and the lake was amazing!!! Tom was the best host you could ask for!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John M., 497 DNR Rd.

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

Summer Family Meetup in NY

This property is an older home that has been maintained beautifully. It is extremely well stocked with most things you will need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay and for entertaining the family. The hosts were outstanding and shared all the information we required for our stay. We had a perfect vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

claudia p.

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

Perry/Murphy Get-a-Way

Our families do not get together often as we live in Michigan/Massachusetts/Pennsylvania. It was a great middle point for all of us. The house was great. The boat house had lots of activities for the kids. The lily pad was a great hit. Also the ice cream store & restaurant that was within walking distance. The only downside were the number of steps going down to the lake. All in all it was a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aileen h.

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

Crystal Clear Cottage City

Our family had a wonderful week at this cottage. It is clear that the owners great pride in this house and its deep history. The owner gave us a personal tour when we arrived. The house is charming and was a perfect size for our group of 10. The lake is absolutely beautiful- crystal clear and a perfect temperature for swimming . The location was within about 5 miles of major grocery store if needed and we were able to walk to the local shop for ice cream, pizza, and other amenities. We were also close to a marina which made it easy to rent a boat. We would rent here again in a heartbeat- it was a perfect location and a very charming cottage on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Great place to stay on Canandaigua Lake

Great place to stay with my adult children and parents. The view of the lake from the cottage is magnificent and we spent a lot of time on the screened-in front area of the cottage just looking at the lake and sipping coffee. We appreciated this older cottage that has been updated yet stayed true to the original character of the era. Not so easy to find this on Canandaigua any more! The kitchen was well supplied. Plenty of dishes and silverware for our group of 9 people. Tom was exceedingly accommodating with any questions, but especially in figuring out logistics to moor our boat out front. There was no problem, and he had a dinghy available, if we had needed it. It was easy enough to swim out to the boat (or we used one of our kayaks) The swimming area was nice. Bring water shoes because there are a lot of zebra mussels in the lake. The only challenge for my parents was the steepness of the steps to the water. Once down at water level, though, they enjoyed that area, with nice shade provided by umbrellas over two tables, as well as plenty of other seating. The kids loved the converted boat house to hang out and there was a nice assortment of water toys (we really didn't need to bring as much as we did). I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

MaryAnn D.

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

Excellent water front and very nice older home

We spent a wonderful week at this property and I would highly recommend it! The water front area is wonderful with a boat house full of supplies, a pool table, and darts (magnetic). Wear your water shoes and enjoy the beautiful lake complete with gorgeous sunsets. The staircase to the water is steep so my mother only came down to the water once a day. My parents enjoyed sitting up under the shade and watching their grandkids play in the water. The house is an older gem and I loved many of the older features - like a rotary phone hung on the wall and old style light switches that work well. The air flow off the lake is remarkable and makes the lack of air conditioning tolerable. The reason I gave the property an overall 4 out of 5 is because some areas of the house were musty, possibly from dust and mildew. If you are sensitive to those allergens, then this house is not for you. Everything else was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Excellent Lakeside Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at the wonderful cottage. The house was clean and neat with all the modern appliances. The large dining area fit the 12 of us comfortable. The boat house, the patio at the water’s edge, the boat dock and buoy anchor were convenient for boating the entire week. It’s located a two blocks from a small convenience store and a few miles from Wegman’s supermarket. The owners are friendly and welcoming and were readily available if we had any questions. This was an excellent choice for our family reunion.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Excellent time for kids and adults alike!!

Everyone that was with us had a awesome time. The water was great, clean, and safe. The boathouse was a great hit for the kids!! They played pool and Foosball and darts. The fridge in boathouse made things really convenient while down swimming and boating. We were able to buoy the pontoon rental boat at the cottage. The owners were awesome and did whatever necessary to allow the best possible stay. It was a perfect place. Quiet, private and a store with pizza and ice cream cones just around the corner. We had a nice time roasting marshmallows on the beach. I cant say enough about the whole experience!! Thank you Tom and Carol!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd V.

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

Great Weekend!

Tom and Carol, thank you for sharing your home this weekend. We loved the house and the view. Everyone had a fantastic trip. Enjoy the rest of your time in Upstate NY.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patty K.

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

Great place!

Really enjoyed our week at the cottage. Impeccably maintained. Lake was beautiful and super clean and clear. Our group loved it. Thanks Tom!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

William Z.

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

Beautiful old lake house and great location

Great experience from initial contact with the owner through our entire stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Family get together 2018

An enchanting cottage, with beautiful views and peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd W.

A true gem

We very much enjoyed our week here. The lake was beautiful and the house was a real classic lake house, a gem we all loved. The patio on the lake shore was a great gathering place and the swimming area off the patio was perfect for young children. We couldn't have selected a better place for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mary B.

Great place.

Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Wonderful family vacation spot

From the moment Carol and Tom greeted us, we knew that we had found a wonderful vacation situation. They couldn't have been more welcoming or gracious in providing everything we needed or in anticipating our needs. The cottage is spacious and comfortable. We most loved the screened in front porch where we did most of our hanging out. The big dining table was perfect for the 8 of us and could easily accommodate more. We loved sitting there enjoying our meals, especially dinner as the sun is setting. (The Vecchis were kind enough to provide a couple of temporary shades as the solar shades on order had not arrived in time for our visit). A surprise was that the kitchen was extraordinarily well equipped with things normally forgotten in rentals such as salad spinners, sieves, cheese graters, juice squeezers. etc. We are a family of cooks so that meant a lot to us. The property also is very quiet, a big plus for us. We look forward to a return.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2016

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