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Seneca Lake spacious 5-bedroom chalet. Season Begins April 1st. NOW RENTING!

Chalet in Hector

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Escape to a tranquil retreat in Hector, NY, where this vacation chalet offers lake views and a wooded setting. Unwind by the fireplace in the great room or on the 700+ sq. ft. deck with beautiful sunset views.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

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

Seneca Lake spacious 5-bedroom chalet. Season Begins April 1st. NOW RENTING!

From our wooded location in the heart of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, enjoy the beautiful lake and sunset views from our totally rebuilt 700 + sq. ft. deck. Or enjoy a glass of wine on our lower deck off the downstairs bedrooms, while watching the boats on the water or your crew play basketball, volleyball or pickle ball on our 40' x 60' blacktop play area.

This five bedroom, three bath year-round home sleeps 8 - 10 and features a high ceiling great room with wood floors and a fireplace. Two bedrooms and two baths are conveniently located on the main floor. Upstairs includes a large bedroom/playroom and sitting loft, spectacular lake views, which overlooks the great room. The walkout ground floor features two bedrooms, a full bath, and a family room.

The fully stocked kitchen is ready for the chefs among you and has all the appliances, dishes, cutlery, and glasses you will need. The house has central air conditioning & ceiling fans in all rooms.

Our play area is private to the few houses on our private road and is also a great place for the kids to ride their scooters, play games, or just run wild. Our beach access is a short 300-yard walk downhill and has a deck for you to enjoy sitting at the water’s edge.

We are located in Hector, NY, just eight miles north of Watkins Glen, on the east side of Seneca Lake. Our community is filled with wineries, breweries, restaurants, small shops, hiking trails and waterfalls. The vibrant college town of Ithaca is a short distance away.

After a day visiting the 11 wineries within a few miles, or hiking in Watkins Glen or the Finger Lakes National Forest, escape to this quiet getaway to enjoy a glass of New York wine on the deck, read a book. visit with friends, or roast marshmallows at our side yard fire pit.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

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

Rules

Guests must respond to requests for information about your group from Hosts within 48 hours.
Guest must read and agree to follow the house rules in the Rental Agreement. Emailed acknowledgement, via the VRBO system, is required within 48 hrs.
Guest must return the signed Rental Agreement at your earliest convenience.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Seneca Wine Trail Chalet Hector
Seneca Wine Trail Chalet
Seneca Wine Trail Hector
Seneca Wine Trail Chalet
Seneca Wine Trail Chalet - Booking for 2021 Chalet
Seneca Wine Trail Chalet - Booking for 2021 Hector
Seneca Wine Trail Chalet - Booking for 2021 Chalet Hector

About the area

Located in Hector, this chalet is in a rural area and on a lake. Montour Falls Memorial Library and Montour Falls Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Leidenfrost Vineyards and Hector Wine Company. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Watkins Glen International or Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hector, NY

What's nearby

  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Leidenfrost Vineyards - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hector Wine Company - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Red Newt Cellars Winery - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dandy Mini Mart 13 - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Lakewood Vineyards - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grist Iron Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seneca Lake spacious 5-bedroom chalet. Season Begins April 1st. NOW RENTING! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seneca Lake spacious 5-bedroom chalet. Season Begins April 1st. NOW RENTING!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Seneca Lake spacious 5-bedroom chalet. Season Begins April 1st. NOW RENTING! located?

Situated on a lake, this chalet is within a 10-minute walk of Leidenfrost Vineyards, Hector Wine Company and Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards. Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room and Red Newt Cellars Winery are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

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9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

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

Very Nice!

We very much enjoyed our stay at this property. Very clean with extra special touches. You can tell the host cares about the property and pays attention to details. Highly recommend staying here. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam O.

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

Great Time, great view.

Had a great time during our stay. The whole experience was seamless and low hassle. Beautiful view of the lake and surrounding vineyards. Everything was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Wonderfully comfortable

This was a great place for myself and 5 friends. It is spacious, well maintained, and beautifully furnished with a great view. Everything one needs in the kitchen is there. A good location for visiting the many wineries. The owner is very accommodating also.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was awesome!

Very convienent to dining and wineries. Lovely view of lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priya C.

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

Amazing getaway!

Property was amazing. The house was spacious and clean. The location was great. Paul was very easy to communicate with. We had the best weekend getaway and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

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

Sisters Weekend

Our second year here. It did not disappoint! Great views and close to several wineries, breweries, hiking, and waterfalls
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Naomi D.

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

Girls Trip

Lovely location close to many wineries and an easy drive to Watkins Glen or Ithaca. Plenty of beds, seating and a large kitchen. Enjoyed the fire pit. We had two issues (water and plumbing) which were inconvenient for us, but Paul was easy to communicate with and quick to address them.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

mary c.

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

Perfect for a wine weekend

This home was great for a long weekend away. Five adults had plenty of space. Driveway is a tad steep but the view heading down the road to it was gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

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

Perfect Family Getaway in a Quiet and Spacious Location

We absolutely loved our stay at this property! The location was wonderfully quiet, and we made great use of the tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts. The property was easy to find, impeccably clean, and incredibly welcoming. The hosts were very responsive and communicated clearly, making our stay even more enjoyable. The property itself was massive, offering plenty of space for our family to spend quality time together. We highly recommend this location for anyone looking for a peaceful and spacious retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Pat M.

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

Girls' trip

Loved the view. Beds were comfortable, baths were clean.. There was a problem that the owner addressed immediately.. Directions to the dock were not clear, and it was a difficult walk to get there. Overall we e joyed the area and the location..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Partha C.

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

Wine country homestay

We were 4 families stayed for 2 nights at this beautiful property just by Seneca river surrounded by wooded area and many wineries. We cooked both days and found all utensils and kitchen was big and very clean. We will definitely recommend the place large families. There is ample room for big families with 10-15 members and also enough activities like basketball tennis court and access to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

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

Great location

This property was ideally located close to vineyards, wineries and lake Seneca. We really enjoyed the lake access as a family. The kids enjoyed the pickleball and basketball rec area. It was a great place to stay with two families. The rental process was easy and very clean. The only downside, was that the furniture and decor was a bit dated.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devra W.

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

Better than the pictures!

The house is well maintained and in a beautiful location. It was a perfect place for several family members to meet up and spend a week exploring the finger lakes area. There are decks on both levels overlooking Lake Seneca, lovely spots for enjoying wine and conversation while watching the sunset. Paul was an excellent host and very communicative and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence R.

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

Annual get together

A great place to meet with friends. We, nine of us, spent many hours visiting, cooking and eating. A beautiful setting, comfortable and clean. Paul, the owner, quickly responded to any questions. And of course many wonderful wineries to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

The house was excellent - plenty of room for whole family with each couple having their own room. Location was outstanding - short walk to the dock, fun time playing basketball and pickleball, sitting on the deck and having a fire at night. Everything was a short drive - wineries, brewing companies, golf, boat rental, state parks/hikes, and even the grocery store. Had one issue with water pressure that was taken care of in short order, so host was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Girls Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Hector Chalet for our yearly get together of friends who met on a Turkey trip. The property is well laid out and maintained. The kitchen was very well equipped and the home very comfortable which we loved. We enjoyed a few of the wineries, the dock and even tried out the pickle ball court. We certainly would stay again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rich S.

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

Great house/ great location

The house was great and very clean with a great location. We did have water pressure issues but the owner was quick to help us out. The dock for the house was a pretty long walk which I don’t think was mentioned in the description. Despite a couple issues, I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jim r.

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

Holy Hector

Beautiful setting, surrounded by trees. Place was clean and spacious. Plenty of room for your guests and family. Only problem was getting back and forth to Lake, which Wasn't my priority. Defintly would recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie V.

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

Large Home With Beautiful View

We were only a group of four, but Hector Chalet is a great home for large groups. Sleeping space is plentiful. Although we only used the kitchen for breakfast, the kitchen is well equipped. The location is ideal, as there are many wineries nearby. Watkins Glen is about 20 minutes away, and Ithaca, about 30 minutes. The owner, Paul, responds quickly to any questions or issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam G., Media, pa

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

Beautiful property and great location

We enjoyed hiking at several locations within 15 minutes. There no less than 20 wineries and breweries within 5 miles. The house was spacious and very comfortable. Multiple decks allows for great views and privacy. The pickle ball court was a great hit. The host was very helpful and responded to all inquiries within minutes. We hope to book again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William D., Athens, GA

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

We had a great time!

Eight members of our family (seven of us in our seventies plus our daughter in her late thirties) stayed for four nights and had a wonderful time. The house had plenty of sleeping room and gathering places. Our first evening we enjoyed having dinner on the deck with a view of an amazing sunset over the lake. We took advantage of this and took a great family picture (which we plan to frame) with the lake and sunset in the background. The location is ideal for exploring the area, including wineries, Watkins Glen, and Corning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly B.

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

Great spot to unwind in the finger lakes!

We had a great time on our trip. House was large and comfortable. We grilled on the porch and enjoyed a night around the fire pit outside. It was disappointing that the upper deck was roped off, but the discount was appreciated. The lower deck provided a beautiful view. The lake is a little bit of a walk and a small area, but we still had a good time splashing in the water. Near numerous wineries (particularly liked Silver Thread ten minutes up the Lake) We would definitely come back for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

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

Beautiful home in the heart of the Seneca Wine trail

Our group consisted of 8 friends. We were so pleased with this home as it was a quick car ride to a multitude of wineries/breweries and a distillery. It was also only a 30 minute drive over to Ithaca. The home had a beautiful view of the lake, was clean and had plenty of room to share meals but go our separate ways if individuals wanted time to themselves. The consensus of our group was that we would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Seneca Wine Trail

House was as described by owner. Very convenient to Seneca lake wineries participating in Deck the Halls wine trail. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you need. Owner is prompt with responses and is very accommodating. Bottle of wine as welcome gift, as well as a gallon of bottled water. This is a very nice house, with lots of room to spread out. We would definitely not hesitate to book again if we are in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sue A., Defiance, Ohio

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

Nice Get-away

It was very clean! Well stocked kitchen! The response to a shortage of wash clothes was immediately addressed and appreciated. Parking was a bit of an issue for our 5 vehicles. A few things are showing their age, like the towels and wash clothes and the bar stools. We had 10 in our party and there was plenty of room!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023