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Spacious Sanctuary In The Heart Of Fingerlakes Wine Country

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In the heart of Fingerlakes Wine Country, The Vintage Raceway House offers a charming retreat with two bedrooms and spacious living areas. Enjoy a short stroll to Watkins Glen State Park, downtown restaurants and shops or explore nearby Seneca Lake's wineries.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Spacious Sanctuary In The Heart Of Fingerlakes Wine Country

  • Located right in the heart of the Fingerlakes Wine Country - Our place in Watkins Glen NY is the perfect stepping off point for so many amazing journeys! The apartment is only a few minutes walk from Watkins Glen State Park a must see landscape! Saunter down the hill and you are right on among the many restaurants and shops in downtown. Hop in your car and drive only a few minutes to either side of Seneca Lake and go tasting at one of the areas signature wineries, breweries or distilleries.

    This apartment has two bedrooms. Each room has a queen sized bed. In the living room we have a queen sized sofa bed. We also have a queen sized blow up air mattress. This apartment can comfortably sleep 6 in beds and 8 if you need to squeeze in a group!

    We have thought of your every need and we would love to host you, your family and friends to our house. This space is the complete lower portion of an old Victorian house affectionately named The Vintage Raceway House because of its location overlooking the old road racetrack.

    Centrally located in the heart of Fingerlakes Wine County. It has been renovated in 2015 with an attention to keeping the history of the property but bringing it into the 21st century. Our home is quite spacious with ample kitchen space and a large dining room. The living room is immense with enough seating for all your family and friends! With welcoming wooden floors and original moldings, this home is full of light and comfort!

    Come stay with us!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside with windows and doors shut.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • On a lake

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside with windows and doors shut.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Sanctuary In The Heart Of Fingerlakes Wine Country pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Spacious Sanctuary In The Heart Of Fingerlakes Wine Country?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Sanctuary In The Heart Of Fingerlakes Wine Country?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Sanctuary In The Heart Of Fingerlakes Wine Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Sanctuary In The Heart Of Fingerlakes Wine Country located?

Located in the heart of Watkins Glen, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Seneca Lake and Watkins Glen State Park. The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor are also within 10 minutes.

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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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Gorge-ous

Easy walk to town, spacious accommodations, quiet location, comfy beds. Enjoyed our stay immensely, right down to the thoughtful dog bowls.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

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

Wonderful Stay

This is a great property with everything you could need. It’s in a great location and very comfortable. The porch was great for morning coffee and evening games (until the mosquitoes came out). Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The porch was so nice, the house had everything we needed including fall decorations. Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bevin R.

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

Wonderful spot

This rental has a scenic view, while being so close to town and Watkins Glen State Park. It is also an easy drive to many wineries and we easily drove to Keuka Lake and Ithaca on separate occasions. So many beautiful places and delicious wines close by!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

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

Felt Right at Home

Wonderful stay, seems the host has thought of everything to make your stay welcoming, lots of coffee variety, lots of towels, comfy beds, seasonal decorations, local guide books, clean and spacious Bursh
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gretchen m.

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

Weekend Stay

We absolutely love this place. We stayed here last year as well. The space is perfect and so well stocked with anything anyone might forget. The porch is great and so is the little pet area up top. We're big fans.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

Quaint historic home

This place was super cute as well as being built in the 1800's which I loved! It was close to everything and had anything you may have forgotten. The owner works at the visitor center so there was a wealth of info on places to eat and things to do. Super nice hosts we would defiantly stay with them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Watkins Glen getaway

Lovely apartment with everything you need for a nice and relaxing stay. Attention to detail in all things. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Beautiful Place

We really enjoyed our stay. The owners provide everything you need including shampoo and soaps. The place feels like home so warm and inviting. The beds were very comfortable. We met the owners and they are very nice and respond right away if you have any issues. The location is close to Watkins Glen and town. Beautiful views from the front porch. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

Great location. Well equipped home

Appreciated the cleanliness. If you forgot anything it is probably there from your shampoo to a toothbrush! Very well equipped and lots of information regarding where to eat and what to do in area. We did not not use the balcony or fire pit area as it was raining some but looked nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy K.

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

Best VRBO experience so far!

My partner, his mother and I were all thrilled with this space. Exactly as described and then some! It had every amenity we could have needed from kitchen supplies and cleaning products to toiletries, backup kitchen supplies (I baked a cake while we were here) and more! It was also absolutely charming inside and the front porch was a great place to unwind after all the hiking we did in the area. Very close to downtown too! We will absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda C.

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

Long weekend in Watkins

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay visiting family for a celebration of life and reunion. Our second time returning to your place and we will return again. We especially enjoy the quiet morning enjoying a cup of coffee, sitting on the front porch that oversees Seneca Lake. Highly recommend! Everything you might forget to bring when traveling, they have thought of and provide!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

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

Relaxing getaway

We had such a wonderful, relaxing weekend. The house was so clean and had so many extra touches. I have never been to a vacation rental that has been so well stocked with everything you might need. Caitlin is so thoughtful! The porch is incredible. We spent much of our time out there admiring the view. And we were able to easily walk to town and Watkins Glen State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine B.

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

A beautiful getaway

We had a wonderful, long weekend stay in the Fingerlakes apartment. The place was quiet and clean. We enjoyed relaxing mornings on the front porch and quiet evenings sitting around the campfire. The apartment is in a great location and you could easily walk to downtown Watkins Glen if you wanted to. Caitlin communicated to us quickly when there was an emergency plumbing issue. She worked quickly to get plumbers to the property within a few hours. Would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place , all well organized
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was very clean and spacious. The balcony was a plus. It was also well-stocked. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ R.

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

Absolutely fantastic

Hope to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Great Place

This was a great property to stay at. Good location, everything you could possibly need and super cute. The photos really didn't do the place justice. I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

George A.

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

Great location

The property is in a perfect location! It could probably use a bit of a facelift — some paint and general maintenance esp if the wonderful front porch. But all in all, a good value and good place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David V.

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

Nice place

Although we weren't at the property much. It was an overall nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
While tricky to find (so I don’t recommend arriving after dark), the apartment is charming and comfortable. I loved the spacious private porch. Kitchen was great, with clear instructions for using coffee maker. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

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

Watkins Glen

Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Arthur K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean and the older home seemed well maintained. Nice view from the front porch. Host texted her a day of arrival and invited us to check in and say hi I don’t know your licensewhere she worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

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

Home Away From Home

This is a beautiful, clean older house with lots of character. We have stayed in many vacation rentals but none as well-appointed as this one, Caitlin has truly thought of everything. Very close to downtown and lots of wineries.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shellene O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable! Everything was clean and there were lots of supplies around (like condiments in the fridge, lots of items in the bathroom etc). We were out and about during the day as there are some great waterfalls and unlimited choices for beer and wine in the area. We were very thankful for the nice lights around the porch, it made it easy to find our way to the right spot each evening. Very homey! Thank you for the great accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025