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Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track

Cabin in Hector with kitchen and patio

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to this cozy cedar cabin near Smith Park, where you can unwind on the covered deck or by the electric fireplace. With a full kitchen and smart TV, you'll feel right at home. Explore nearby wineries, breweries, and distilleries or visit Watkins Glen State Park just 20 minutes away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track

Escape to the tranquil beauty of our Cozy Cabin on Seneca, perfectly nestled near Seneca Lake. This serene retreat features a covered deck, ideal for relaxing while taking in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you'll find a full kitchen equipped with all the essentials, a comfortable Queen bedroom, and full bathroom. The cabin is furnished with towels, kitchen supplies, and modern conveniences including A/C, a smart TV, Wi-Fi, and an electric fireplace to enhance your comfort.

Located in a quiet area, the cabin is just about a mile from Smith Park, where you can enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing. Explore nearby local wineries on Seneca Lake, craft breweries, and distilleries, all within 3-5 miles. Major attractions like the Watkins Glen International Raceway and Watkins Glen State Park are only a 20-minute drive, while Cornell University and Ithaca Colleges are 30 minutes away.

Adjacent to Butternut Camp is its sister property, Christine's Cabin, offering even more space for larger gatherings or extended family vacations.

Please note: The property is closed from November through March. Adults Only.

Book your stay at this idyllic retreat and immerse yourself in the charm of Seneca Lake!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: may smoke on porch or in yard

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 432 square feet

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Property grounds

"Christine's Cabin" Great place to stay for wine trail events

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
May smoke on porch or in yard

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Hector, NY

What's nearby

  • Hector Wine Company - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 17 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 17 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 28 min drive - 38.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dandy Mini Mart 13 - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Triple F Diner - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Lakewood Vineyards - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Classic Cafe - ‬35 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bloomer Creek Vineyard, Red Newt Cellars Winery and Hector Wine Company. Ryan William Vineyard and Leidenfrost Vineyards are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Seneca Lake -"Butternut Camp" near Wineries & Watkins Glen Race track Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We greatly enjoyed our stay. The property met our expectations and was exactly as advertised. A great resting place for a couple or two friends exploring the finger lakes!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a quiet weekend with my wife. Very clean and well equipped. Easy access to everything the area has to offer. Would def stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, clean, convenient. Our hosts were friendly and available. Everything we needed was there for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Will definitely stay again.

Very nice property. Conveniently located to wineries. Owners very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

FLORENCE H.

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

The owners are very friendly. The cabin is small but just right for us 2 people.

Quiet yet you can go to many places/towns for visits.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

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

Nice 3 day getaway to the FLKs

Loved our stay at the cabin. Nicely situated on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake near all of the good wineries. Hoping to go back up and stay at this cabin again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great little house!

We loved staying in this little house. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, and it's super close to the main town and a ton of great wineries. We would definitely come back and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Annual Fall Trip

This was our 3rd stay at Butternut Camp.. perfect cozy cottage for two people.. our hosts Sue and Henry have it all set up with everything you need for a relaxing stay!! Already looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Terry S.

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

Mrs terry stanish

We enjoy the stay in the cabin. The cabin is not to far from the attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

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

Hector on the Point

A cozy cottage with everything we needed to feel at home and relax! Very clean, nice fire pit, and good place to walk around. Very close to wineries and breweries! Sue and Henry are fantastic hosts - we will definitely come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Cozy Retreat

The property was very clean and inviting. Peaceful surroundings and fantastic covered deck. It was close to wineries, breweries and Watkins Glen. The hosts were pleasant and available if needed. We look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Lovely spot

About 15 minutes north of Watkins Glen, near wineries and distilleries. Cottage is not directly on lake but close to nearby park where you can access the lake and swim.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Great place for a getaway

The two of us stayed at "Butternut Camp" over Thanksgiving weekend, looking for a quiet holiday this year. The cabin was very inviting, comfortable and immaculately clean. The location between Seneca and Cayuga lakes is great - on the Finger Lakes wine trail and close to Watkins Glenn. We did some hiking in the Finger Lakes National Forest, which is beautiful this time of year. Would definitely stay again! Tim & Michele, Yonkers NY
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward B.

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

Above and Beyond

My wife and I had car trouble in town and Henry and Sue made arrangement (with the help of their daughter, Denise) to pick us up and drive a half an hour outside of town so we could pick up a rental car. Besides just being great people, the properly was just so perfectly decorated and clean and comfy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

linda f.

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

Great Weekend Getaway

This was our first trip to the Finger Lakes and we lucked out on finding this gem! Perfect location for Watkins Glen State Park Hiking and hitting the wine trail. The place was cozy and comfortable. Very clean. The extra touches of the wood trim and fireplace made it feel like a warm log cabin. This was absolutely beautiful time of the year to come-the hiking, the beauty of the trees, and the lake just amazing. Sue and Henry are great hosts. Henry met us after we arrived and was friendly and helpful in recommending places in the area. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, Perfect, and Even Better in Person!We had such a relaxing and memorable weekend at this beautiful lakeside cottage. It’s even prettier in person. Cozy, spotless, and stocked with essentials. The location was ideal for both adventure and downtime, and the price was just right!We kicked off our stay with a lovely evening at the nearby Stonecat Café with great food and live music in a relaxed setting. The next day, we hiked through Watkins Glen, enjoyed a laid-back lunch at The Oar House (Ruben was amazing!), and ended the day with a stunning sunset at Smith Park. We spent the following day at Smith Park again, relaxing by the lake and cruising around on our jetski. We wrapped it all up with a stop at the Ithaca Farmers Market on our way home.The hosts were amazing and quick to respond.A peaceful, picture-perfect getaway. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came in to stay for a long weekend to compete in an Ironman. Super clean, comfortable bed, nice getaway for the weekend. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Charming and perfect

Our son and fiancée stayed at this little cabin and were very happy with this option. Their faces lit up when we drove up. The setting is beautiful and the accommodations were comfortable. The owners were communicative and very helpful. We will be renting this place again for family if it is available. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riley S.

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

Perfect 5 year anniversary Getaway

This property was beautiful, located just a stone throw from the lakes edge. The owners were extremely friendly, the type of friendly you can only find in a small town. They gave excellent recommendations, we ate at both the Scale House and Babes Burgers during our visit. We enjoyed smores and coffee by the fire pit. All we could hear was the hundreds of birds, perfect place to get away. I feel like the photos on the listing dont capture the charm of the cabin so i took some myself. Thanks again Susan & Henry
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

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

Great Stay

We had a lovely long weekend stay. The cabin is exactly as advertised. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Beautiful Spot

This adorable little cabin is in a nice quiet spot not too far from everything. One night we heard a screech owl!! We truly enjoyed our stay. So comfortable with everything you need. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Loved our stay here!

Clean, cozy, comfortable! Close to so many great places. Hosts were lovely, always available if needed and with many great suggestions for places to go and things to do. We will be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Weeklong stay

We spent a week at Butternut Camp in Hector near Seneca Lake. Henry, one of the owners, was very nice and friendly during our stay. The place was very clean and well supplied including some ground coffee and cream in the refrigerator. Hector is a great home base for Watkins Glen, hiking trails and tons of wineries and breweries. There is a small view of Seneca Lake from the porch but there is no direct access in the neighborhood. It is nice to walk around the neighborhood. You will need to go to Smith Point Park to get public access which is just a few minutes away. The covered porch had a lovely table, chairs, and rocking chairs for us enjoy. The description of the VRBO listing indicates that it is a “Cozy - Cedar cabin with covered deck”. Cozy means very small and it is not a cabin, but actually a mobile home which was not mentioned in the description. The bedroom is very small with only enough room for the width of the night tables on either side of the queen sized bed with very little room at the end of the bed. The outside of the home, on the back and the sides had equipment, and debris including wood and piles of small rocks near the fire pit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Great little cabin

The Butternut cabin was a great home base for us to explore the hiking and fishing that the Finger Lakes has to offer. It had everything we needed: A/C, comfy bed, coffee :). Recommend Watkins Glen if you like waterfalls. Have breakfast at Toni's Diner and dinner at Stonecat Cafe, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shana L.

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

Convenient Location to Beach and Watkins Glen

I was in town for a quiet weekend away and I got just that. This cabin is easy to get to, very close to Smith Memorial Park to actually get in Lake Seneca on a hot day, and convenient to wineries (if that's your main reason for being in the Finger Lakes). Check in was quick and easy. AC was nice and cool and speedy - cooled the place down so quickly. The bed was very soft and comfy. The only issue I had was the internet kept going down, especially if I had multiple devices connected. I wasn't there to watch much TV but that was when I really noticed it being slow, or kicking me off. The provided sugar, coffee and fresh half/half was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024