Title: Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108205121&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! ![Property grounds - Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! (Honeoye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108205200/108205121/ecf74f69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! (Honeoye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108205200/108205121/f6509d7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! (Honeoye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108205200/108205121/fc3f05bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! (Honeoye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108205200/108205121/3fd6e125.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! (Honeoye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108205200/108205121/feeb18c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this lakeside home in the Finger Lakes region, where every season brings new adventures. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, or fishing from the private dock and deck less than 50 yards away. Explore nearby towns like Honeoye with its breweries and wineries or hike at Grimes Glen. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6880 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! Check out a few videos at https://www.youtube.com/@FingerLakesVacationRental Seeps 6-7\. 2 Bedrooms, Queen pull-out sofa in living room, single bed in tiny but charming loft. Enjoy, kayaking, fishing, and golf, or bask in the beauty of fall foliage and explore nearby trails and local festivals. Winter invites skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing, while spring brings blooming flowers and more trails to explore. Discover charming nearby towns, exceptional wineries, and vibrant local events. Our home offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure for every season. Enjoy summer swims, kayaking, fishing, and golf, or bask in the beauty of fall foliage and explore nearby trails and local festivals. Winter invites skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing, while spring brings blooming flowers and more trails to explore. Discover charming nearby towns, exceptional wineries, and vibrant local events. Our home offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure for every season. This is a stand-alone home that was built in 2016\. Clean and updated, you will have access to the lake while enjoying beautiful views from our porch off the house and the deck and dock less than 50 yds away! Other things to note Local Attractions: The town of Honeoye and the surrounding area has so many fun places to visit: \- Two ski resorts less than 15 minutes away (Hunt Hollow and Bristol). \- Breweries and wineries: Twisted Rail, The Birdhouse, Irish Mafia, Noble Shepard, etc... \- Hiking at Grimes Glen, Cummings Nature Center, Sandy Bottom. and so many more. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Snowboarding nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Smooth flooring in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Kayak - Snow sports gear - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 880 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75620000/75618800/75618736/c47bba16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fall specials on cozy newly renovated cottage with AC right on the lake Honeoye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=75618736&PinnedHotelID=75618736&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68040000/68038300/68038212/46299a37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront cottage on Silver lake near Letchworth Park Castile - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=68038212&PinnedHotelID=68038212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102930000/102920400/102920331/00ee4ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SILVER LAKE STUDIO - Located on Silver Lake & 9 miles from Letchworth State Park Perry - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=102920331&PinnedHotelID=102920331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64660000/64659200/64659146/3590bb65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Cottage with Stunning Views. 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Please be very considerate of our neighbors. Please follow rules in house rules packet. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 3 total pets Note from host: $100 pet fee per pet. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.77749%2C-77.50045&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jpi-wI0JHRmCP_Nm7Ug5LXSbh78=) Honeoye, NY #### What's nearby - Honeoye Lake \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Sandy Bottom Park \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Trident Marine \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Rochester Institute of Technology \- 40 min drive \- 37.9 miles - University of Rochester \- 43 min drive \- 40.9 miles #### Getting around - Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪K&D's Valley Inn - ‬5 min drive - ‪Noble Shepherd Craft Brewery - ‬6 min drive - ‪Lock Stock Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive - ‪Top Shelf Pizza - ‬14 min walk - ‪Village Grill - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat!? ### Where is Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Year-Round Fun at our Like-New Lakeside Retreat! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin T. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property and its amenities were perfect for our stay with our two dogs. Victoria is extremely responsive and helpful. Absolutely recommend staying here for a relaxing vacation on the water. ##### Kristin T. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennie A. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### returning guests This was our second time staying here, we stayed for a few days over our children's spring break, always a great time. The sunsets are simply breathtaking. ##### Jennie A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie O. 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cottage is brand new, very comfortable, incredibly well stocked and located just one cottage from the lake. The porch is where we spent most of our time. It was heaven! ##### Leslie O. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz H. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House Check in was easy and flexible. House was clean and comfortable. Great porch and view of the lake. ##### Liz H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ashley V. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Honeoye We enjoyed our week ##### Ashley V. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennie A. 12 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Little getaway our stay was nothing short of amazing, the house was beautiful, and the views were incredible. Our family of four enjoyed lounging on the dock , exploring the area and seeing the northern lights! ##### Jennie A. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little slice of Heaven Such a lovely home by the lake. Wonderful sunsets. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We can’t wait to go back!! Beautiful place to restore & relax!! We absolutely loved the house! It was so clean- and beautifully decorated. The view of the water from the back deck was absolutely breathtaking. Watching the sunset was amazing. Victoria was wonderful to communicate with- and was accommodating and kind. The neighborhood was great! We loved how close we were to restaurants/Naples/Cummings Nature center. I highly recommend! ##### Katie Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas A. 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 5 Stars – A Perfect Getaway!We had a fantastic stay at this vacation property! The home was spotless, well-maintained, and offered incredible value. The kitchen was fully equipped and a true highlight—perfect for cooking meals during our stay. The porch and outdoor spaces were cozy, relaxing, and made it easy to unwind and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.The owners were extremely welcoming, made check-in a breeze, and even reached out during our stay to see if we needed anything. When a small issue came up with the boat dock toward the end of our visit, they responded promptly and worked quickly to resolve it.Check-out was just as smooth, with clear and simple expectations like gathering linens and taking out the trash. We absolutely loved the convenience, the warm ambiance, and the overall experience. We’re already looking forward to booking our next trip here! ##### Thomas A. Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna G. 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Lovely, comfortable house with everything we needed. Thanks for sharing it with us. ##### Donna G. 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