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Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hector, NY
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Glenora Wine Cellars
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪63 min drive‬

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About the area

Hector

In Hector .You'll find Bloomer Creek Vineyard and Red Newt Cellars Winery within 2 miles (3 km) of this cabin. Hector Wine Company and Ryan William Vineyard are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hector Wine Company - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 21 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 22 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 36 min drive - 37.8 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glenora Wine Cellars - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Classic Cafe - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grist Iron Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track

Escape to the tranquil beauty of our Cozy Cabin on Seneca, perfectly nestled near Seneca Lake. This serene retreat features a covered deck, ideal for relaxing while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you'll find a full kitchen equipped with all the essentials, a comfortable Queen bedroom, and full bathroom. The cabin is furnished with towels, kitchen supplies, and modern conveniences including A/C, a smart TV, Wi-Fi, and an electric fireplace to enhance your comfort.

Located in a quiet area, the cabin is just about a mile from Smith Park, where you can enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing. Explore nearby local wineries on Seneca Lake, craft breweries, and distilleries, all within 3-5 miles. Major attractions like the Watkins Glen International Raceway and Watkins Glen State Park are only a 20-minute drive, while Cornell University and Ithaca Colleges are 30 minutes away.

Adjacent to Butternut Camp is its sister property, Christine's Cabin, offering even more space for larger gatherings or extended family vacations.

Please note: The property is closed from November through March. Adults Only.

Book your stay at this idyllic retreat and immerse yourself in the charm of Seneca Lake!

Property manager

Henry and Susan Rocholl - 5497 Peach Orchard PT - Hector, New York 14841

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: may smoke on porch or in yard

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 432 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and perfect

Our son and fiancée stayed at this little cabin and were very happy with this option. Their faces lit up when we drove up. The setting is beautiful and the accommodations were comfortable. The owners were communicative and very helpful. We will be renting this place again for family if it is available. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a quiet weekend with my wife. Very clean and well equipped. Easy access to everything the area has to offer. Would def stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect 5 year anniversary Getaway

This property was beautiful, located just a stone throw from the lakes edge. The owners were extremely friendly, the type of friendly you can only find in a small town. They gave excellent recommendations, we ate at both the Scale House and Babes Burgers during our visit. We enjoyed smores and coffee by the fire pit. All we could hear was the hundreds of birds, perfect place to get away. I feel like the photos on the listing dont capture the charm of the cabin so i took some myself. Thanks again Susan & Henry
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We had a lovely long weekend stay. The cabin is exactly as advertised. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Spot

This adorable little cabin is in a nice quiet spot not too far from everything. One night we heard a screech owl!! We truly enjoyed our stay. So comfortable with everything you need. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay here!

Clean, cozy, comfortable! Close to so many great places. Hosts were lovely, always available if needed and with many great suggestions for places to go and things to do. We will be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weeklong stay

We spent a week at Butternut Camp in Hector near Seneca Lake. Henry, one of the owners, was very nice and friendly during our stay. The place was very clean and well supplied including some ground coffee and cream in the refrigerator. Hector is a great home base for Watkins Glen, hiking trails and tons of wineries and breweries. There is a small view of Seneca Lake from the porch but there is no direct access in the neighborhood. It is nice to walk around the neighborhood. You will need to go to Smith Point Park to get public access which is just a few minutes away. The covered porch had a lovely table, chairs, and rocking chairs for us enjoy. The description of the VRBO listing indicates that it is a “Cozy - Cedar cabin with covered deck”. Cozy means very small and it is not a cabin, but actually a mobile home which was not mentioned in the description. The bedroom is very small with only enough room for the width of the night tables on either side of the queen sized bed with very little room at the end of the bed. The outside of the home, on the back and the sides had equipment, and debris including wood and piles of small rocks near the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cabin

The Butternut cabin was a great home base for us to explore the hiking and fishing that the Finger Lakes has to offer. It had everything we needed: A/C, comfy bed, coffee :). Recommend Watkins Glen if you like waterfalls. Have breakfast at Toni's Diner and dinner at Stonecat Cafe, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shana L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient Location to Beach and Watkins Glen

I was in town for a quiet weekend away and I got just that. This cabin is easy to get to, very close to Smith Memorial Park to actually get in Lake Seneca on a hot day, and convenient to wineries (if that's your main reason for being in the Finger Lakes). Check in was quick and easy. AC was nice and cool and speedy - cooled the place down so quickly. The bed was very soft and comfy. The only issue I had was the internet kept going down, especially if I had multiple devices connected. I wasn't there to watch much TV but that was when I really noticed it being slow, or kicking me off. The provided sugar, coffee and fresh half/half was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Will definitely stay again.

Very nice property. Conveniently located to wineries. Owners very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary getaway

Perfect property for a quiet relaxing getaway.. the cabin is very clean..cozy and equipped with everything you need.. Thank you Henry and Sue for your hospitality.. can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Fall Trip

This was our 3rd stay at Butternut Camp.. perfect cozy cottage for two people.. our hosts Sue and Henry have it all set up with everything you need for a relaxing stay!! Already looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Butternut Camp was perfect for the two of us. It had all the amenities we needed. Loved sitting on the porch and enjoying the quiet. Easily accessible to the activities on Seneca Lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edgar O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin

After we were able to locate it, by asking a neighbor, we moved in for the weekend. We were attending the Pickin`in the Pasture Bluegrass Festival up in Lodi, so we were only there at night. Bed was comfortable, although room was barely big enough for the bed, but kitchen and living area very livable. Bathroom, however, was small and cramped. We lovingly called it a Hobbit House. We overall liked it and will probably return for next year's Festival
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay

Sue and Henry have the cutest cabin. This is our second year staying here and highly recommend it. They are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location on Peach Orchard Point!

Sue and Henry were wonderful hosts! The property offered a great location with everything you could want. A family could stay comfortably with full size sleep sofa, loft and the bedroom. the kitchen was well assorted if you wanted to cook or grill. Great porch with outdoor dining, and fire pit is also available, although we didn't use it. Wonderful Finger Lakes location near many wineries, close to Ithaca. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredibly Relaxing and Beautiful

The cabin itself and the property was an oasis in itself. Amenities made us comfortable while enjoying the nature. Visited close by breweries and vineyards; hiked in Watkins Glen. Everything was a short drive and easily accessible. Would come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morris A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place to Sleep and Unwind

We enjoyed our time at the lake. As others have noted, the surroundings are a bit cluttered with the barn. However, all of one’s needs are evident in the tiny cabin—it enabled us to spend 5 wonderful days in the Finger Lakes region with little worry about anything related to accommodations. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Finger lakes/Watkins glen

Great quiet place close to Watkins Glen and Damiani winery, excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hector on the Point

A cozy cottage with everything we needed to feel at home and relax! Very clean, nice fire pit, and good place to walk around. Very close to wineries and breweries! Sue and Henry are fantastic hosts - we will definitely come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Terry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mrs terry stanish

We enjoy the stay in the cabin. The cabin is not to far from the attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifull getaway

Was a wonderfull little place perfect for the wife mostly quiet and cozy. Perfect if your gunna do a wine tasting tour or explore the many brewery in the area. Some things to note the door way is camper sized (I'm a pretty big guy) the location isn't bad but there is allot of traffic. And the storage shed that blocks allot of the view is frequented daily while we were there. It's a non issue for most but as a Corrections officer I was doing my best to avoid people on my vacation. All said and done I would absolutely go back and will be much more happy knowing the area and what to expect better my review may be critical but I truly loved and enjoyed my time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/14 - 10/21

Butternut camp is by far one of the best places we’ve stayed on our twice a year trips to the finger lakes! The location is perfect, and the cozy cabin is absolutely adorable! Very comfortable for two and immaculate! It was a pleasure meeting and talking with Henry, our host! I can honestly say we have found our “ go to” place to stay for our future trips! Thank you Sue and Henry for sharing your beautiful home with us. We will most definitely be back. Jim and Julie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Getaway

This was our first trip to the Finger Lakes and we lucked out on finding this gem! Perfect location for Watkins Glen State Park Hiking and hitting the wine trail. The place was cozy and comfortable. Very clean. The extra touches of the wood trim and fireplace made it feel like a warm log cabin. This was absolutely beautiful time of the year to come-the hiking, the beauty of the trees, and the lake just amazing. Sue and Henry are great hosts. Henry met us after we arrived and was friendly and helpful in recommending places in the area. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy wine weekend

This was the perfect property for our weekend touring the wineries. Hospitality was wonderful, cabin was clean, comfortable and cozy, even nicer in person than the photos. Private area for fire at night and nice electric fireplace inside to snuggle up and take the chill off, loved the porch for dinners and morning coffee. Nice homes/camps in the surrounding area, serene sounds at the creek nearby, enjoyed watching a beautiful bald eagle fly overhead! Will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022