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Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva

Cottage near Seneca Lake in Penn Yan

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Sun loungers
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Penn Yan, NY
  • Place, Fox Run Vineyards
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Billsboro Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Roy's Marina
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Penn Yan

On lake.A stay at this cottage places you within half a mile (1 km) of Seneca Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Fox Run Vineyards. Billsboro Winery and Lacey Magruder Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Fox Run Vineyards - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Billsboro Winery - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Roy's Marina - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Lacey Magruder Winery - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 12 min drive - 13.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪War Horse Brewing Company - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Smokin' Pete's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brewery Ardennes Taproom & Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zugibe Vineyards - ‬22 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.

Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva

Located on the western shore of beautiful Seneca Lake about eight miles south of Geneva just off Route 14, Easy Livin’ Cottage at Oak Grove Beach is a perfect place to relax and enjoy family fun. This two-bedroom lakeside cottage offers something to guests of all ages, and its location in the heart of the Finger Lakes makes Easy Livin’ Cottage an ideal destination for a family or two adult couples.

Easy Livin’ Cottage is very comfortable and decorated to reflect the Finger Lakes. It features a fully equipped “L” shaped kitchen that includes an electric stove with oven, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, utensils, glassware, and pots and pans. A spacious living-dining room with a working fireplace and 46” LCD Smart TV with cable provides warmth and entertainment on chilly evenings. The cottage also has WiFi internet. Baseboard heat plus a heater in the bathroom are also available. We have a wall air conditioner unit that will keep the cottage cooler on the hot summer days. There is one bathroom with a shower; the water supply is from the city. The master bedroom has a queen bed, and the second bedroom includes a bunk bed with a full mattress on the lower bed and a single on the upper and will sleep three. There is also a queen pullout sofa in the living room. (We DO NOT provide bed linens or towels.) French doors provide open access from the living area to the spacious screened-in porch overlooking the lake and features a picnic table and ample seating. This is a great place to enjoy the exquisite sunrises, the serene moon rises, or to relax, read a book or just daydream and enjoy the lake. The cottage is all on one floor with two steps at the driveway side entrance.

The large rolling lawn borders 135 feet of level natural lake frontage and provides wonderful opportunities for summer fun. You might cook on the charcoal grill, gather everyone around the outside picnic table for a summer barbecue, play a board game or game of cards, but be sure to take time to relax in the comfort of the Adirondack chairs on the lawn as you watch the wildlife and waves on the lake.

Eight stairs bring you to a level beach. The lakefront is all natural and the water depth is gradual, about three feet at the end of the dock and “dotted” with a few large rocks, making this a perfect spot to swim, wade and play in the water. The dock is great for relaxing and sunbathing. In the evening the fire pit is available for a campfire, toasting marshmallows and making s'mores. You can watch the moon rise across the lake, enjoy the serenity of the moonlight dancing on the lake, find the patterns in the stars, or simply listen to the water lapping on the shore.

Railroad Tracks run 100 feet behind the house with a short train about twice a day, as is the same with most of the cottages in this area.

Pillows, comforters and blankets are supplied. Bed linens, bath, beach and kitchen towels are not included.

During the main summer season (June through the week following Labor Day) our bookings run Saturday - Saturday for 7 nights. May and late September/October bookings have a 3 night minimum and will be approved based on dates and other requests. Once the booking has been approved a Rental Agreement will be sent out to for review. Payment of the rental will constitute agreement to the Rental Agreement.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave cottage as you found it. Remove all personal items from the bedrooms and other areas, remove all items from the refrigerator and freezer and take out the garbage to the outside bins.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Make Memories Located on Seneca Lake 8 Miles South of Geneva

Frequently asked questions

Does Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva to downtown Penn Yan?

This cottage is 7.6 mi away from Penn Yan.

Make memories - located on Seneca Lake 8 miles south of Geneva Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, cozy and comfortable. Our host was very easy to communicate with. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a relaxing stay lake side……amenities were great. We will be back.Thank you so much for all the thoughtful little touches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the lake. Clean and AC was working great as it was a little hoy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa H.

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

Lakeside paradise

The location was spot on for winery tastings, and the porch was our beginning and ending of each day. Wildlife and views that were superb. Quiet and relaxing waiting for the small train each day. Bravo!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week at this cottage. Plenty of room and we loved the screened porch. Cottage had everything we needed and the owners were very responsive to our questions. Beach front was great and no seaweed so you could walk right into the lake! Only improvement would be ladder on the dock. GREAT place to rent.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
House was very clean. Back screened in porch was great for dinner and relaxing. Fire pit near the water was perfect We did have a boat with us and wished we knew beforehand that the driveway made it impossible to access the property. Other than that are stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred L.

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

Great Place

Came as advertised!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

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

Cute little cottage

This cottage is very cute and quaint. The lake was great, shallow very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Beautiful cottage in an excellent location on Seneca Lake

Cottage was very comfortable and included all desired amenities. Convenient location that allowed, close access to Roys Marina for boat rental and near many wineries for wine tasting. Also, close to Geneva and Seneca Falls for sight seeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pretty much as listed. Nothing fancy but cleanIt was very warm at the beginning of our stay. The air-conditioning kept up for the most part. The location on the lake was very nice and a good central location for both Seneca and
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne Z.

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

A week on the lake

We had a wonderful time at the cottage. The sunrise and sunsets were beautiful on the lake. The cottage had everything we needed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Annual trip “home”

The property is perfect. The price is right. It is a cottage. This comes with the awesome screen porch and ceilings to the roof. The rooms are not spacious but that is what we expect in a cottage. Perfect furnishings and very clean. Very private and great property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William Y.

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

Easy access to all our favorite places....

This cottage is located just south of Geneva and positioned so we were able to get to the other towns (Dundee, Penn Yan, Hamondsport, etc.) with in 30 minutes to an hour of the cottage.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Family get away

Lovely piece of lake front, nice dock, plenty of lawn for games. Screened in porch with trundle bed, chairs, picnic table. Mermaid rock to the left of the dock. Lots of fossils. Quiet neighbors. We couldn't have asked for a better spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

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

Awesome time!

Love this little cottage! Great location. The furniture is comfortable, the kitchen is well equipped and the screened in porch is fantastic. Had a wonderful time enjoying the view of the lake and the ducks, birds and other little visitors to the dock and beach area. Would definitely visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Perfect for us!!

The place was exactly as described and was perfect for our stay. We’ve owned and rented on Seneca Lake since the 60’s and this place was just what we needed. Everything you would need and more. Loved the home, the property and our vacation! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay here on the lakefront property. We went swimming every day as it was in the high 80’s every day. The cottage was very hot when we first checked in. A/C was not turned on and it took a few days to cool down. I enjoyed the screened in porch and slept out there several days. Kitchen and bathroom supplies were everything we needed. Would like to stay here again, maybe next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

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

Wonderful Stay!

This was our second time at the Easy Livin' Cottage, and it did not disappoint. If you are looking for a tranquil, cozy spot with gorgeous views and easy access to the water, then this is your place. We rented paddle boards for the week, had fires on the beach, took advantage of delicious local wines and fresh produce, and went for hikes every day. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O.

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

IT TRULY IS "EASY LIVIN'"

This is our fourth time staying here. I grew up in the area and can tell you that finding a cottage that has this type of privacy and that is this well-equipped is not easy. This cottage has everything one could ever need - Mark and his family have thought of everything!! The place is spotless, extremely comfortable and has the best view on the lake. I highly recommend this little piece of Heaven!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel M.

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

1st on Seneca

We really enjoyed our first stay on Seneca lake. The cottage was very nice and we were able to relax and enjoy ourselves. The swimming was great. The location is good. It’s pretty close to town so we could get what we needed. We weren’t expecting the train to go through but it was short each time and only seemed to go through during the day. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

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

Fantastic!

Great cottage, location, water access. This cottage is a updated version of our childhood cottages. Great amenities. Well stocked kitchen. 2 coffee makers drop and k cup. Love love!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale N.

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

Seneca Lake rental

Very accurate listing. All was as advertised. Manager responded immediately to wifi issue caused by nearby lighting strike. Really needed AC during the 95+ heat wave during our week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck L.

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

Fun Place to Stay

We very much enjoyed staying at this house. It's right on the lake and has a wonderful and large screened porch overlooking the lake. The interior of the house is quite small but very functional and, of course, enhanced by the screened porch. The owner, Don, was extremely friendly, very fun to talk to, always available, and very accommodating. The only thing to note is that the house is pretty close to the main road that goes through the area so there is a bit of traffic noise, but it's not bad in the house. We thought it was a great rental at a reasonable price.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021