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The Pickerel Inn at 450 Crescent Beach Branchport, NY

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 462.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Branchport, NY
  • Keuka Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Keuka Lake State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Keuka College
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The Pickerel Inn at 450 Crescent Beach Branchport, NY

This cottage provides an ideal quiet location for couples or a family of two to four people.
It is located off of 54A in Branchport at 450 Crescent Beach Drive.
Guests can enjoy being on Keuka Lake with one of the most beautiful views in the Finger Lakes.
Keuka Lake State Park and its many trails is also accessible by walking south along Esperanza Drive about 1.5miles.
This cottage has 30 feet of frontage which is level from the parking area to the lake.
The Branchport end of Keuka Lake is known for excellent fishing and beautiful sunsets.
This cottage can also be rented for extended families or friends that may be renting next door at the Halls Cottage 448 Crescent Beach.

Property manager

Ted & Rebecca Hall

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:30 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Branchport

Located in Branchport, this cottage is on a lake. Arts Center of Yates County and Oliver House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hunt Country Vineyards and Heron Hill Winery. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Branchport, NY

What's nearby

  • Keuka Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Keuka Lake State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hunt Country Vineyards - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Keuka College - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market - 21 min drive - 21.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Seneca Farms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Abandon Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keuka Spring Vineyards - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pickerel Inn at 450 Crescent Beach Branchport, NY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pickerel Inn at 450 Crescent Beach Branchport, NY?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pickerel Inn at 450 Crescent Beach Branchport, NY?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM.

Where is The Pickerel Inn at 450 Crescent Beach Branchport, NY located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Keuka Lake and Keuka Lake State Park. Hunt Country Vineyards is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann F.

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

Lovely Getaway

When my friend and I decided we wanted to explore the Finger Lakes, we looked for a cottage directly on a lake. Well, you couldn't ask for closer proximity to the lake! We loved the rustic feel, and the sound of the water lapping at night. We would definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Pickerel Inn

My sister and I had a wonderful time at this cottage on beautiful Keuka Lake! We enjoyed sitting on the dock in the morning drinking coffee, swimming during the day, and going for ice cream in the evenings. It was the perfect vacation! Ted and Becky are wonderful hosts and we shared our histories of summers on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Million Dollar View on a Budget

This cabin reminded me of a fishing cabin I used to go to in Canada with my family when I was a kid. The cabin is small and rustic with a low ceiling in part of it and we loved it! You couldn't be any closer to the water and it had a dock for your own water toys or you can use their 12' boat. We brought our 5HP outboard and had a blast with the little boat. There are some really good wineries and breweries close by, Abandon Brewery, Heron Hill winery to name a couple. As we boated around the lake, we realized that this is largely a vacation spot for people with a lot of money, but this little cabin had everything you would need to enjoy the Keuka Lake and the Finger Lakes area without breaking the bank.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan H.

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

Great Experience

Would highly recommend staying here, very clean and great access to lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorianne P.

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

Memorable Time on Crsecent Beach!

We love this area..the beach and water are very accessable! The little cottage was just right for us...the view is THE best on the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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

Lake stay

We enjoyed our time at this cabin, it was a great location and good accommodation with excellent communication with the hosts! We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

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

Mackenzie's Birthday

It was more than expected. The dock was awesome. The water was perfect. Neighborhood was nice and neighbors were friendly. Events to do were fun. Had an overall great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne E.

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

The size of this cottage was perfect for us. The location was beautiful and picturesque. Made great morning memories of having coffee on the dock while taking in the scenery. The area was quiet and serene so it was easy to relax and enjoy. Everything was perfect for my first post-retirement vacation and it was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

denise s.

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

Peaceful getaway

Charming quaint cottage that was perfect for our little family. Loved that it was right on water and kids were able to play. Only downside was having to bring our own linens etc. We have a small car so it was a tight fit. But glad i brought blankets bc nights were cold. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

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

Great getaway

The property was excellent! Great location . House has everything you would need
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

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

Great Trip

We had an amazing time at the property. We enjoyed the surrounding wineries, hiking and the beautiful weather. Can’t wait to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

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

Great location!

This little cabin was in a great location in a wonderful and quiet neighborhood. Bring your fishing pole. Communication with the property owner Ted was easy and enjoyable. We will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Perfect spot

Location perfect! Gorgeous view! Hosts were friendly and helpful. Had space to dock boat right on lake. Great neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

QUIET SPOT WITH GREAT LAKE VIEWS

SMALL AND TIDY COTTAGE WITH MANY PERSONAL TOUCHES. VERY EASY ACCESS TO LAKE. GRANDKIDS HAD A FUN TIME WITH PADDLE BOAT, FISHING AND FEEDING THE DUCKS. OWNER WANTED TO BE SURE WE HAD A GOOD TIME AND WAS EASILY ACCESSIBLE. WE LOOK FORWARD TO RETURNING.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Dawn Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disenchanted

The views and proximity to the water are the only things that made our stay good. The boathouse/bathhouse/garage turned into cottage has 1/3 of it with no more than a 5’9” head clearance, including the dining area, hallway and bathroom. Not mentioned anywhere, even in any of the posted glowing reviews! My 6’3” husband had to bend over or hit his head on beams the whole time! Makes me wonder if only hobbits rented it previously. The bathroom and shower vent into the rest of the cottage, and the “door” to the bathroom is only about 16” wide, and does not cover the whole entrance, doing nothing to keep bathroom smells in the bathroom. The living room, with the queen bed, has no way to darken the room, so when the sun comes up at 6 AM, you’d better be ready to get up. The neighbors’ house, which is literally 3’ away, was being remodeled, so we had circular saws and hammering the whole time. The other house on the property, which is much larger, had all the parking spaces across the road filled when we got there so we were glad we only brought one small car, which is all that will fit in the driveway-our truck would not have fit. The row boat was full of water (we bailed it out and turned it over), there was no chaise lounge to be found. The neighbors, who drastically outnumbered us, had the paddle boat. The stairs to the beach were rickety and unlit. Missing rocks on the wall, overgrown vegetation, missing lights all screaming for attention. This was honestly my most disappointing rental in over 20 years with VRBO!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Restful and Calming

The cottage is rustic and quaint. There are plenty of lamps for evening reading. Plenty of fans to add breezesThere are plenty of windows to open to add cross breezes.The view fromthe back door which leads to the patio is gorgeous! There is a nice size round table and 4 chairs with an umbrella. You can walk out onto the pier and sit in 2 Adirondack chairs which are at the end of the pier. At night the pier is well lit and looks welcoming. There were ducks paddling near the shore and honking. We wanted to relax and that is just what we did. It’s not far from homemade ice cream place. We bought some items at a local supermarket. We intend to return! Also, the owners are great to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

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

Pickerel Inn at Branchport NY

This was the most quaint and cozy cottage! It had everything you could possibly need while camping. The location was beautiful as it is directly on Keuka Lake. The neighborhood is very pleasant and peaceful. It is Iike a ten minute drive to Penn Yann. The host was most helpful in providing a packet with all the local stores and restaurants. He also provided a list of sites to see around the area. He was very pleasant and most courteous to deal with. I would highly recommend staying at the Pickerel Inn. I plan to go back again myself!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann L.

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

Great

Very very relaxing stay beautiful view it was hard to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leon R.

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

Rustic Lakeside Getaway

What a wonderful gorgeous view in a rustic lakefront cottage. The owner prepared the most excellent welcome packet and was a joy to deal with. Unforgettable weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

kevin g.

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

Pickerel Inn cottage

Great lake views from a wonderful cottage with a good lake front patio and dock. Good location near to Penn Yan, Hammondsport, and lots of great wineries. The host was very responsive and thoroughly answered all my questions. We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen Z., Stafford Ct

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

Long weekend

This is the perfect spot for a getaway. The two of us both enjoyed it very much. Fishing is great, lake and views are beautiful. The cottage was exactly what we needed. Would definitely do it again. Karen Z
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Greg P.

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

Terrific Tiny House

This little cottage is, well, little. And very basic, which suited us just fine. The location and view are spectacular!

8/10 Good

Barbara Z.

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

R&R at the Pickerel Inn

We really enjoyed our stay at the Pickerel Inn!! We were looking for a quiet, restful place to getaway. Although the cottages were very close together, the plantings between them gave us the privacy we needed, plus we had great neighbors. We enjoyed being right on the water, watching the ducks that came to visit everyday, the birds (even eagles) and all the boating activity on the lake. Ted was great to work with! He was always available for questions. We felt right at home!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Steve s.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Love the lake , house is just right for me

Great fishing, house a little small hit my head a couple times on ceiling. Would be to small to bring family down .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

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

Us

Loved hearing the waves at night! A full moon was shining! The cottage was funky but clean. Private small deck on the water. It had a very comfortable bed! Usually in cottages the beds are the worst! Not this cottage! Nice romantic get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ted & Rebecca Hall

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The Hall Family has been at the Branchport end of Keuka Lake since the 1920's. Five generations have had the opportunity to enjoy boating, fishing and seasonal activities on Keuka Lake. It all started with our Great Grandfather, George W. Hall and his cottage and troutboat rentals at Campbell's Beach, now Camp Good Days. He is one of the featured boatbuilders at the Finger Lakes Boating Museum in Hammondsport. We spend as much time as we can at Crescent Beach, but enjoy that our lakeside cottage is available at other times to both returning and new guests. We have rented our cottages since 1994.

Why they chose this property

450 Crescent Beach, "The Pickerel Inn" is located right on the water and the scenic 12 mile view to the south, is a favorite memory of all who have stayed at the cottage.

Languages:

English
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