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Sunset Shores for a Reason

Family-friendly stay near Seneca Lake

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A hot tub with a waterfall feature, surrounded by wooden deck and overlooking a body of water.
Dining room
A compact bedroom with a bed, a small table with a plant, a map on the wall, and a window with blinds.
A cozy living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a decorative cabinet.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Burdett, NY
  • Place, Seneca Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, J.R. Dill Winery
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Atwater Estate Vineyards
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the area

Hector

In Hector .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Seneca Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of J.R. Dill Winery with a stay here. Two Goats Brewing and Atwater Estate Vineyards are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seneca Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • J.R. Dill Winery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Atwater Estate Vineyards - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Chateau Lafayette Reneau - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ryan William Vineyard - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakewood Vineyards - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Classic Cafe - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Sunset Shores for a Reason

This lake home sits on the eastern shores of Seneca lake. There is a boat house on the beach that holds fun water toys including 2 paddle boards, 3 kayaks, a paddle boat and many different floats. There are 6 life jackets. The dock area has plenty of seating. For someone wanting to dock their motorboat we have two boat lifts and mooring whips that can hold a boat temporarily for a visitor. On the beach we have a fire ring for our guests and cut firewood is on the property.
There is a separate bedroom which feels like a little apartment with a king-sized bed, 1/2 bath, TV and coffee nook. This is accessed by going outside under one of the porches to the lower level. There are many different seating areas with tables on each level.
The lower-level porch also has a hot tub, hammock, porch swing and has its own beverage refrigerator. Enjoy the hot tub which feels wonderful anytime of the day. There is a washer /dryer in the full bathroom, on the main level of the house with laundry soap and drier sheets provided. Wash clothes, hand and bath towels provided. Hot tub/ beach towels also provided. There is an outdoor grill and a full kitchen with utensils, pots and pans, oil, vinegar, seasonings, coffee (ground and Keurig), teas, sugar, non-dairy creamers and condiments. Aside from the full refrigerator/freezer in the kitchen there is also a separate beverage refrigerator. Upgraded radiant heat flooring is available in the living room and bedroom facing the lake, on the main level. AC units are in windows of all bedrooms, in warmer months. High speed internet and 3 Smart televisions are provided. There is a large screen TV in the living room that has Netflix, Pandora and Prime. There is a new couch which has three electric recliners, USB ports and seats 6. Upon request a highchair and pack-n-play are available. The water is drinkable from any sink due to a UV light/ filtration system. The neighbors are wonderful if ever needed but not intrusive. This area has many wonderful restaurants, wineries, breweries, unique shops, hiking/ biking trails and many summer activities in Watkins Glen, which is 5 mins away. The views here are so beautiful it feels like the sun is setting just for you. Come see this wonderful lake getaway. We call this Sunset Shores for a reason!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please clean towels except the ones used the day of departure. Take out garbage and recycling to large trash cans outside under stairs. Clean all dishes. You can leave with dishwasher running.
Please leave all bedding. We got it!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No paper or glitter bombs. There will be a fine of $100-$400 as per owner.
Wear a life jacket when kayaking or on the sup boards. For your own safety.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sunset Shores for a Reason to the airport?

This cottage is 29.5 mi (45-min drive) away from the Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sunset Shores for a Reason have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Sunset Shores for a Reason to the beach?

This cottage is 7.2 mi (13-min drive) from Watkins Glen Beach.

Does Sunset Shores for a Reason offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sunset Shores for a Reason?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Sunset Shores for a Reason?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sunset Shores for a Reason?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Sunset Shores for a Reason have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Sunset Shores for a Reason have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Sunset Shores for a Reason to downtown Hector?

This cottage is 1.9 mi away from Hector.

Sunset Shores for a Reason Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our long weekend at this property! Everything was exactly as expected, if not better. If we come back to the finger lakes again we would absolutely stay here again. We lucked out and even saw fireworks on the lake our last night! Host was very responsive and helped with any questions throughout the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group had a wonderful time at the lake house! The house was immaculate - seriously the cleanest house I’ve ever visited! Candace was easy to get in touch with and the amenities were fantastic. I would highly recommend staying at the lake house. We will be visiting again next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
S’mores supplies and wine greeted us upon entering! We appreciated the ample seating, the well stocked kitchen (herbs and cooking utensils galore), the lake amenities (kayaks, paddle boards, tubes, etc), and the fire pit. The shore made launching kayaks and paddle boards so easy. The views and shade were glorious. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property and great location! We had a great time and hope to make it an annual tradition!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, very clean lake house. All the amenities you can think of are included. The dock area is large with lots of space to relax and enjoy the sunsets! 50 steps from house to dock, which were well constructed. The hot tub was used nightly. We loved the outdoor spaces.. and my husband and I enjoyed the private lower level bedroom. We highly recommend this lake house. Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Family reunion after 3 years apart

We had a great stay at the property. It was very well appointed and lots of little bonus extras after we arrived. The location is great and the was plenty of space for the 9 adults.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful house located on the lake with so many extra little touches. The house was very clean.Check in was easy. This was one of the nicest houses we have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for the wineries that we like to spend time at. This house is one of the best houses that we have stayed at over the many years of coming up to Seneca Lake. The house has everthing you could need and is so clean and comfortable. One of my favorite things is that there are so many great spots to sit outside and relax and see the lake. Overall we had a great experience and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Property was as advertised. No issues and great location near best winery and breweries. Great views from the deck and dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house and owner did NOT disappoint !! The house is comfortable , clean and the owner Candace has thought of everything . From cooking seasonings to the vast lake toys we utilized ! We had a great stay and she was so incredibly kind .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Cottage & Stay

The cottage was as described and absolutely wonderful. Everything one could want was there from a well appointed kitchen, beautiful views, to plenty of water toys, great hot tub. It really is fabulous, close to Watkins Glen and all the features of the area. Very clean, very comfortable inside and out and very easy to check out with limited requirements. We would return anytime and recommend it to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome spot on the lake with close by winerys.

Place was clean and check in was super easy. Was plenty of activities to do at the lake and surrounding area for both friends and family to do. The place is very well-kept and has a beatiful view of the lake. Going down to the dock puts you right onto the lake. there was plenty of room for everyone who came.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2025 family vacation

A wonderful family home with all the amenities. Great location. Quiet road. Candace was wonderful. She checked in to see if we needed anything. It was one of our best vacations. Thank you Candace for sharing your home with us!
Sunset on Seneca Lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We so enjoyed our long weekend in the Finger Lakes. This home is beautifully situated on the east shore of Seneca Lake. The views of the lake from the house are stunning, there are numerous cozy spots to hang out and relax or read a book, a wonderful and clean hot tub, and lots of fun lake accessories. We had absolutely no problems or anything bad to say about this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely fantastic family trip!

Thank you so much for such a phenomenal time. This is hands down one of our most cherished family trips. The house was spotless, well stocked and truly taken care of. We all (including the babies) slept like rocks! We enjoyed the stunning sunsets and coffee On the deck. The location was close to everything. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property for lake life!

Our stay was just amazing. Enough space for 8 adults, great living areas (living room, dining room, two outside decks), and everything you need to enjoy the water (paddle boards, kayaks, fabulous deck). And the host was easy to get a hold of, and had really thought of everything as far as the bathroom and kitchen stock. This property is a super find, and I just can't recommend it enough! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend get away

Been to the finger lakes three times and this was by far the best place I’ve stayed at! The house has everything you could possibly need and it’s a great area for access to wineries and Watkins glen. We got plenty of use out of the hot tub and it has the prettiest views. Perfect for a trip with family or friends. Candace was the best host and was super responsive and even took a call from us later in the night to make sure the hot tub was at the temperature we wanted. A PLUS HOUSE HIGHLY RECOMMEND and A plus host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Superb lake house stay!

Candace’s property was amazing! Prime location on the lake with a beautiful view of the sunset each night. The property was stocked with everything you will need; towels, linens, dishes/cutlery and all the lake amenities you could ask for. Our group made use of the paddle boards, kayaks, paddleboat and even hot tub. Everything was super clean and we felt right at home. If you’re in the area and need a lake property for a larger group this is the place to stay! Highly recommend this property! at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couldn’t have been better

This is the most impressive and comfortable short term rental I have stayed in - it has everything you could want or need for a lake stay. Great location (15m to Watkins Glen), perfectly clean, all the lake toys you could want, fully stocked kitchen and bathroom, and plenty of space between the house, 2 decks, and big dock. It feels like you’re staying in your aunts house, not like a vacation rental. We’ll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our treehouse getaway on the lake!

We had a great time - it felt like we were in a tree house overlooking the lake! It rained the whole weekend, but we still enjoyed every minute of our stay. Candace was very accommodating, providing a high chair and pack and play for our little ones. The house is family friendly, well stocked with essentials and the lake views were magnificent! We enjoyed sunset fires at the firepit and skipping stones on the lake. We will definitely return on our next trip to the Finger Lakes !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay - beautiful place

We met up with my SIL's family from Canada for a family reunion since its been 7 years. What better place than the Finger Lakes! Everyone had a blast, even though we had a power outage from a storm that came thru - we made the best of it!! Plenty to do at the lake house for all (water mats, corn hole, kayaks, tubes, rafts, grill), fully stocked kitchen - home is beautiful!! Pictures dont do it justice! And Candace/owner, was amazing!!! Very informative and a joy to work with!! Book it - you won't be disappointed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you could need

We’ve stayed in VRBO homes around the country and this home definitely ranks amongst the best. Candace did an amazing job of supplying everything you could need. The Kitchen was well stocked, two ways to make coffee, the bath even had a first aid basket, the Boathouse had lots of fun Lake Toys, the home was very clean, the beds were very comfortable, the hot tub a welcome retreat at the end of the day and the sunsets were amazing. You will not wish for anything but a longer stay. We loved the wild life on the dusk drive down to the home and saw 3 Bucks:) Great location. Great for a small family or couples/friends gathering. Thank you Candace for all your attention to detail and sharing your little piece of lake heaven 🐟🌅
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ultimate Lake Life

We returned to the area after 20 years. This cottage was perfectly located about 10 minutes north of Watkins Glen on the east side. Cottage was as advertised and came with all paper goods, bath towels, lake towels, cooking pots/pans, condiments/spices, etc. The grill had two full propane tanks. The boat house was as shown with two boat lifts. I was able to borrow a boat for the week and this was perfect. Be aware as with most cottages, the steps to the lake are long and steep but they are very well constructed and lit. Fire pit was used nightly. Yard is fenced and includes gate on dock. Parking for three cars directly in front.You will not be disappointed when staying here.
Front of cottage
Waterfall along access road
Sunset from dock
Lake looking south
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as depicted in listing. It was very clean, had many amenities and communication with Candace was wonderful. If you are looking for a relaxing and peaceful getaway, this will fit the bill. The only downside to this VRBO is to access the dock and water, there are steep stairs to maneuver, but once down the view and summer breeze was amazing. The grill was in need of a good cleaning. When we tried using it, upon lighting it, it flamed up due to excess grease. Once it burned off a bit, it was fine for grilling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property exceeded my expectations! Beautiful, clean house Lots of stuff to use on the lake! We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026