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Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Perched atop a bluff overlooking Seneca Lake, Clifftop offers an exclusive retreat. With over 20 acres of natural beauty, unwind on the deck or lawn and enjoy sailboats drifting by. Explore thousands of feet of clifftop trails, descend into a majestic gorge with waterfalls and relax in the private Rookery lodge's full kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$1,273
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

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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.

Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View

A perfect place for one or two couples, $275 per room per night. Spend a night, a weekend or a week at one of the most unique properties in all of the Finger Lakes. Clifftop is a 20 acre paradise, with unforgettable Sunset, Seneca Lake, and village views. Perched atop a bluff and high above the lake, enjoy your very own private compound, only 1 mile from the center of Watkins Glen, at the gateway to the east Seneca Lake wine trail. Hike along thousands of feet of clifftop trails, then descend into a magnificent gorge with several waterfalls, flanked by hemlock, periwinkle, and stone formations.

Take an hour or a day; relax within this private natural paradise. Hike back up to the many cliff top nature trails and take in the bee balm, shaded canopy, and daily visits by the bald eagles and osprey that inhabit our area. Or "stay put." Kick back on the deck or lawn directly in front of your room. Sun bathe, nap, or simply enjoy the sailboats, western bluffs, and village below. The Rookery, our upper level hemlock lodge, has 2 king bedrooms(one is a suite) each with deluxe bath, including 6' soaker tub and shower. The full kitchen and entry room provide plenty of elbow room, and 3 patio doors lead to the 50' x 9' deck, located 200' above the lake, below. The large kitchen has quartz counters, all new appliances, lovely maple wood floors. Large glass fireplace. A short distance from your back door is a beautiful view area with your own under the stars fire pit.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours 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
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The property is used periodically by family so booking dates are subject to changes.
Noncompliance to any of the house rules could result in forfeiting your refund
Some weekends/races/ event/holiday weekends require a longer stay

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: No children under 13

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Burdett, this holiday home is 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 The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Burdett, NY

What's nearby

  • Watkins Glen Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Castel Grisch Winery - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Watkins Glen International - 14 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hop Notch Tap Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View?

As of 3 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View on 4 Sept 2025 start from AU$1,273.49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Watkins Glen Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Watkins Glen State Park. The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Private Luxury Retreat... Perched Atop A Bluff, Incredible Lake And Village View Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

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

Wonderful!

We had the best time here! The view is amazing and the house was very clean and comfortable. Everything is new and perfect! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Beautiful views

Great home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

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

Great place but off the beatan path

Host was great and the days wonderful. A little difficult to locate and access.rooms and accommodations were very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene W.

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

Wine country

Very clean. Excellent location and very accommodating hosts. will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

erich c.

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

Impromptu Visit

Beautiful property, centrally located to all that Watkins Glen and Seneca Lake have to offer. Owners were great to work with, and they have a beautiful locations that offers a respite from the activity in town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter G.

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

Perfect Getaway

Beautiful house Excellent location Modern open concept with beautiful lake view Owners were very welcoming and accommodating Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

Seneca Lake retreat

A lovely place with an incredible view from every room! Great place to relax on the patio, close to good restaurants and wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

frances p.

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

Quiet luxury in idyllic setting -Highly Recommended

Cindy and Ed’s home was wonderfully comfortable with amazing views of Seneca Lake from the expansive deck. The Finger Lakes area is filled with unspoiled beauty including the 50+acres on which the home is located. Cindy and Ed are warm and welcoming hosts and offered helpful insights on area wineries, restaurants and hiking trails
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Wonderful Destination

Had a fantastic stay! Cindy and Ed are fantastic hosts! Would recommend this beautiful lake view home for anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C.

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

Great experience

Great location, friendly helpful hosts, amazing house! Thanks Cindy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina F.

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

Beautiful view on Seneca

Couldn’t have asked for more! Property was clean and Cindy was great to work with. Our first stay here, would definitely not hesitate to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rusty G., Houston

Beautiful Spot!

We loved the Clifftop Resort on Seneca. It has everything you need with a lovely view of the lake. Ed and Cindy are wonderful hosts. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gorgeous lake view from very private property on mountainside. Well-furnished, clean, recently-updated house unit with some thoughtful gifts from hosts. Hosts were very welcoming and accommodating of our shifting check-in time, and supplied many extras. Will absolutely ask them about staying here the next time we visit the Glen, and would recommend their property to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan S., La Pine

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

Seneca Lake

The house is located on a bluff above Seneca Lake with an outstanding view. It had all the comforts of home. Cindy was a great host, helping with winery and restaurant recommendations. We will definitely come back next time we are in the FLX region.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

Always Feels Like Home

The 5th time’s the charm — just like the first four. We’ve stayed at this property more than any other rental, for many reasons: the kind, generous, incredibly thoughtful hosts, Cindy and Ed; the quiet, private location; the incredible views of Seneca Lake from the whole-house-length deck; a layout with two master suites that doesn’t waste an inch and gives you everything you need in a vacation home. Can’t recommend this house, or these lovely hosts, highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Perfect Cliffside Retreat

This property was perfect and exactly what we were looking for. We selected this property for three main reasons: separate bathrooms as we were traveling with another couple, proximity to Watkins Glen State Park and the balcony views. Everything was perfect during our stay. Cindy, the owner, was very welcoming when we arrived and even provided us with a bottle of local wine, dinner recommendations and passes to local wineries. The property itself was clean and well equipped with everything that one would need for the weekend. The views from the balcony were great and super relaxing to watch the sunset. I would definitely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore C.

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

Race day

Hidden and private
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N.

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

luxury private home with a gorgeous view

The property was more than was expected. It was a 1400 sq. ft. home with all the luxuries. My wife and my parents and I enjoyed the home as much as the local attractions, which included some awesome wineries and Watkins Glen State Park. It was a great stay, probably the best we've ever had. Thanks, Ed and Cindy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

A Koren T.

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

Best view of Seneca lake

The pictures don’t do this property justice! It’s very spacious, has great amenities, comfy beds and spectacular views of Seneca lake! Cindy and Ed were great hosts and very accessible! They provided us with all the tools for the charcoal grill and wood for the fire pit! It was too hot for us to use the pit, but we sat by it anyway to enjoy the views!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

spunknit

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

Amazing Lake Views

View of the lake is amazing. However, the main road runs down the hill from the unit, so there will be traffic noise all the time. The unpaved driveway to the unit could be challenging for some vehicles. The unit is well appointed, well stocked kitchen, nice bathrooms and a comfortable bed. The couches were uncomfortable and could be updated. The owners live below the unit. Cindy and Ed were very friendly and even left some tasty local craft beer in celebration of our anniversary! We loved the area and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Wonderful Host

Cindy was amazing, everything was just as listed, the two bedroom home was perfect, views are great, home is open and large, furniture and beds were extremely comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed and then some! Cindy was always available to assist with anything we needed or to provide a meal recommendation. This property is so convenient with most things from Corning to Ithaca only a 30 minute drive away. We will definitely stay here again if we return to the area! Thank you Cindy!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Watkins Glen Cottage

This is my best ever experience. The owners were SUPER nice. The property was clean and exactly as advertised. The owners assisted with my mom who is older and has some mobility challenges. The cottage was well stocked - there were ample towels and little things we forgot, like ziploc bags. I highly recommend. Jim from Texas
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad H., Pittsburgh, PA

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

Third Time's the Charm

This was the third time we stayed in Cindy & Ed's lovely home in the past four years, and it certainly won't be the last. It feels like home away from home: a clean, cozy, comfortable place to relax. The property is beautiful, the views of Seneca Lake are gorgeous, and the location is convenient to everything. Cindy & Ed are kind, gracious hosts, always thoughtful and helpful in any way you need, and always looking to find ways to make your stay even better. I can't recommend them, or the home, highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Great views! Beautiful home! Comfortable accomadations!

We spent Memorial Day weekend with another couple at Cindy and Ed’s home. They couldn’t have been nicer hosts and the home was immaculate and comfortable! There were two extremely clean master king suites with attached private bathrooms and a kitchen full of every utensil, glass etc you could ever need. Cindy had a bottle of wine chilling in the refrigerator when we arrived which was an awesome added bonus! The beds were comfortable, the views off the decks were gorgeous and the home was conveniently located! We also really enjoyed the fire pit in the evenings! We would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Gina and Angelo P.

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

Amazing property with views

The property is beautiful and everything you needed was supplied. The beds were comfortable, plenty of towels and very clean. The view was amazing. I would caution the driveway is very steep and rocky, and the turn in was difficult. My only complaint was that it is not a private retreat, the owners stay in the garage and in the basement in the evenings, the spotlight comes on so enjoying that back deck is not private. There is also construction as a new house is being built. Otherwise, we were not bothered by the owners at all But it is misleading.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024