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Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies!

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Consider a stay at Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies! and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies!

Escape to the Yost House, your own private sanctuary nestled in the heart of New York's breathtaking Finger Lakes region. Tucked between the two largest lakes — Seneca and Cayuga — this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath retreat sits on 2 acres of peaceful land, surrounded by working Amish and local family farms that give it an authenticity you simply can't manufacture.
Wake up to jaw-dropping sunrises, unwind with golden-hour sunsets, and end your evenings gathered around the fire pit under a canopy of stars. With no city lights to compete, the night sky here is truly something special.
Your Home Away From Home
The Yost House comfortably sleeps four guests with two full bedrooms and two full bathrooms, privately placed on either end of the home.. The nicely furnished kitchen is fully equipped for home-cooked meals, and when the weather calls for it, take dining outside to your private deck, complete with a full outdoor dining table and seating for four. After a day of exploring, toss a load in the in-unit washer and dryer and settle in — you have everything you need right here.
Wine Lovers, You're Home!
You're just 1.5 miles from your first pour, sitting in the heart of one of the East Coast's most celebrated wine regions. Spend your days hopping between world-class wineries and your evenings toasting the sunset from your own backyard.
Perfectly Located
The Yost House puts you within easy reach of some of the Finger Lakes' most beloved towns and destinations:
🍷 Geneva, Waterloo, Romulus & Sheldrake — charming towns and wineries in every direction
🎭 Trumansburg & Ithaca — arts, dining, and the vibrant energy of a college town
🏛️ Seneca Falls — home of the Women's Rights National Historical Park & National Women's Hall of Fame
🌊 Watkins Glen — world-famous gorge, waterfalls, and state park
Adventure Awaits
🌲 Multiple state parks just minutes from your door
🥾 Hiking and biking trails for all skill levels
💧 Stunning waterfalls tucked throughout the region
🔭 Some of the best stargazing in New York State
Gather Around the Fire
After a day of exploring, come home to the Yost House and light up the fire pit. There's nothing quite like an evening under the stars with good company, a glass of local wine, and the peaceful sounds of farm country all around you.
What's Included
✅ Sleeps 4 | 2 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms
✅ Fully equipped kitchen
✅ Furnished deck with outdoor dining for four
✅ Fire pit
✅ Washer & dryer
✅ High-speed WiFi
✅ 2 private acres
A Note About Your Surroundings
You're in real farm country here — and that's part of the charm. The occasional fly is a small, honest reminder that you're surrounded by some of the most beautiful working agricultural land in New York State.
The Yost House is where you come to disconnect, breathe deep, and remember what slow living feels like. We can't wait to welcome you.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
You may leave used towels on the floor in the washer/dryer area on your departure date.
Check for any remaining personal or food items and dispose of take with you.
Come to Yost House again...!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

Waterloo is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Seneca Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hobart & William Smith Tennis Center or Dick Van Dyke Addiction Treatment Center. Visit our Waterloo travel guide
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Waterloo, NY

What's nearby

  • Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
    Three Brothers Wineries and Estates
    9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Sampson State Park
    Sampson State Park
    9 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Swedish Hill Winery
    4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Muranda Cheese Company
    5 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Peter Whitmer Log Home
    7 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Subway
    13 min drive
  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Sauder's
    13 min drive
  • Connie's Diner
    11 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies! located?

Situated in Waterloo, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Swedish Hill Winery and within 6 miles (10 km) of Muranda Cheese Company and Peter Whitmer Log Home. Cayuga Lake and Three Brothers Wineries and Estates are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Wine, Views, Peace, and wide-open skies! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

TERRI B.

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

Biking and wineries visit!

Place is in a great location!! Very nice stay, close to wineries. Roads were great for biking!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very comfortable and quiet with a back porch looking out onto the beautiful farmlands. The location been Seneca and Cayuga Lakes made it perfect for all the activities the region had to offer. It was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and accommodating to our needs. There was a fly problem due to being so close to a farm and the water was well water with a sulfur smell.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter F.

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

Amazing country cute house

Beautiful views and a great stay! Dawn was an awesome host, her house had all the amenities you could need, it was super clean and cozy! We loved watching the amazing sunrise each morning on the back deck, not to mention the bed was super comfortable and we were able to get a great nights rest! I would highly recommend this stay if your looking for a cozy country quite get away in the finger lakes!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

D T.

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

Beautiful country side, very quiet.

Quiet and peaceful. Minutes from the lake. Clean and roomie.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren N.

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

Weekend in the finger lakes

Dawn’s place was in a beautiful area with convenient access to the finger lakes. We went to visit wineries and everything was less than 30 minutes away. The house was clean and well stocked, minus some toiletries. The beds were very comfortable. Parking and check in were super easy, and Dawn was very responsive!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Peaceful getaway near the Finger Lakes

My stay was very nice. The house is tucked away in farm land near finger lakes. Inside was very clean and had anything we would need. Ran out of time to enjoy the fire pit perched in front of a very nice view of the countryside. (maybe next time). Overall, was very a nice and hassle free stay at this VRBO location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Great stay

Very nice place and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great girls weekend here! The space was clean and inviting and was perfect for the 4 of us. Close to a lot of fun stuff and very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the place was great! Easy check in, house had all the essentials plus a TON of towels, and we loved our sunrise coffee on the back deck. Far enough away from the wine trails but not too far. Highly recommend and we will be returning in the spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place and jus the right size for our family of three. We used it as a home base for the week as we traveled around the Finger Lakes daily. The house was as described in the listing and had everything we needed. The hosts were great and very communicative.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

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

Fishing

Great location. Right in between 2 lakes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our host Dawn was great. Her communication is spot on. She always answers when you reach out. The accommodations were comfortable. We liked that she had a Keurig and she supplied some pods.It was really close to all the wineries. It is a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Wine and falls!

Out in the country! Peaceful. Beautiful! Close to both lakes. Definitely coming back. THANKS
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne R.

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

Excellent Value

My husband and I stayed for four nights and found this property to be an excellent value overall. It was comfortable, well outfitted, free of unwanted fragrances or smells, good Wi-Fi, with a terrific HVAC system, great well water and nice pressure for the master shower, in a quiet, peaceful, pastoral setting. Wishes for our next stay are more attention to cleaning all the floors and more than two windows with screens to let fresh air in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

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

Super Host and Hostess

My husband, son and I traveled separately. They arrived a day early and were able to go ahead and check in. Met the host and hostest, very nice people. The house is well stocked and clean. Bonus having access to a washer and dryer. Beautiful setting and perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve b.

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

Country Life

If you like out of the way places to stay with beautiful sunrises and sunset, this is it. You'll hear a rooster in the morning along with chickens running around next door. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024