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Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water. - Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly (Penn Yan)
A wooden dock extending into a body of water with a rocky cliff and dense foliage in the background. - Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly (Penn Yan)
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. - Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly (Penn Yan)
A residential area with a house featuring a small front yard and a tree with pink blossoms. - Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly (Penn Yan)
A spacious living room with a large brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly (Penn Yan)
Consider a stay at Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly and take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly

  • The Serenity Zen House is uniquely perched overlooking Seneca Lake. This is the ideal spot for a get-away in the Finger Lakes. There are several excellent wineries within a mile of the house and it is close to all the Finger Lakes attractions. Great for families, couples and groups just looking to get away for a few days of fun. Only 10 minutes from Hobart and William Smith.

    There is a large kitchen overlooking the lake. The living room has a gas burning fireplace with a cathedral ceiling and a gorgeous view of the lake.

    The master suite features a king size bed and provides an unsurpassed views over the lake. There is a queen size bed in each of the other two guest rooms. Roll-away beds are also available.

    There are two modern baths with a tub/shower in the guest bath and a large shower with seat in the master bath.

    The home features extensive multi-level decks overlooking the lake,
    There is a private beach with access down a set of stairs and the beach has a gentle slope into the lake for wading and swimming.

    Located on a town road the home is very easy to access and is conveniently located just 10 miles south of Geneva and 25 miles north of Watkins Glen in the heart of the Finger Lakes wine region.

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About the area

Located in Penn Yan, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Seneca Lake and Keuka Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hobart & William Smith Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Smith Opera House. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby. Visit our Penn Yan travel guide
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Penn Yan, NY

What's nearby

  • A white boat named 'Esperanza Rose' docked at a pier with a forested hill in the background.
    Seneca Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A light blue building with a stone sign reading "FOX RUN VINEYARDS".
    Fox Run Vineyards
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A white boat named 'Esperanza Rose' docked at a pier with a forested hill in the background.
    Keuka Lake
    14 min drive - 17.1 km
  • An aerial view of a snow-covered landscape with a red structure, possibly a lighthouse, and a partially frozen body of water.
    Cayuga Lake
    44 min drive - 44.7 km
  • A canyon with a waterfall and a river.
    Watkins Glen State Park
    44 min drive - 52.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Smokin' Pete's
    6 min drive
  • Rylee’s Place
    39 min drive
  • Cam's Pizzeria
    13 min drive
  • Fox Run Vineyards
    3 min drive
  • Amity Coffee Co.
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Penn Yan holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seneca Lake and Fox Run Vineyards. Keuka Lake and Roy's Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Serenity Zen House on Seneca Lake - Pet Friendly Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place! The home is beautiful, peaceful, and comfortable—just as pictured. It has everything we need for a relaxing stay, and we especially appreciate that it's pet-friendly, making it easy to bring our pups along. The owner is responsive and quick to address any questions or needs. We look forward to coming back highly recommend this wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right on the lake and very quiet having the patio fully fenced was a bonus for the dogs
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a fantastic long weekend. The house was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The outdoor deck and dock provided stunning views of Lake Seneca, and the deck being enclosed made it easy to have our dogs out with us. We had such a lovely time and hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Deck overlooking lake was fantastic. Decor could use updating but was accurately portrayed in listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No complaints! Our stay was great! Very clean and well kept. The fireplace is beautiful and the views were amazing! Want to come back in the summer to enjoy more of what the lake has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was amazing. Getting to wake up each morning to the sunrise on the lake was perfect. The property was clean, well equipped and a great size for our group. Loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Perfect spot to enjoy a getaway with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Second Stay

We had a great time at this beautiful location. It was our second time staying here. It is very peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Finger lakes

We loved our visit & location was perfect, close to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay on lake Seneca near vineyards

Very accommodating for larger family with pets with fenced in porch, nice access to water/beach with secluding feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was amazing in answering questions. 3 rooms each with individual air units as well as one in the main living room. Furniture was basic and there were no lampsIn the living room which would have been nice since we are not fans of canned lights. The multi-layered outdoor deck was our favorite place to hang. The kitchen set up was basic but usable as we cooked the majority of the time there. The street was quiet except for the occasional train. It was not hard to go anywhere on the west side of Seneca Lake and even over to the next lake west. Cayuga Lake which is the next lake east isn’t too far, about a hour depending on where you go. There are so many things to do. We saw lots of waterfalls and visited wineries. If you go to Watkins Glen you have to get there early or go much later in the day. Would visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay & roomy for a group

Excellent location, right on the lake. House has an open type concept & very cozy. Was winter when we stayed, & was warm & enjoyable. Rooms were good size & private. Great house great location, we'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Nice quiet road, dock for fishing, kayaking. Great location if you want to visit wineries and within a short drive to hiking or shopping!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A peaceful getaway

My friends and I had a great time staying for a pre-season long weekend. The house is lovely, there were no crowds at the wineries and the weather was perfect for hiking
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay

This property had everything we wanted and needed in a lake view home! Our host was so helpful. It was an amazing trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful place lakeside

We had a short tonight stay with rainy weather yet it was still an awesome experience. Would love to come back in the summertime to experience the different activities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful!

The view of the water is beautiful. The house was clean and the kitchen well-equipped. A great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and amazing view.

The house is right on the water and has perfect view of the lake. Jim the owner couldn’t be nicer and helpful. Will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful views, central location

This was one of the cleanest VRBO vacation homes we've stayed in. Beautiful views of the lake, amazing outdoor space. House was an easy drive to both Geneva and Penn Yan, our two favorite towns to visit in the Finger Lakes. Was super helpful that both our dogs could come spend the weekend with us and had plenty of space to play.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Finger Lakes Fun

We had a wonderful stay at Serenity Zen. The house was in a great location to explore Wineries, Breweries, great restaurants and NY State Parks. We especially enjoyed our time on the deck overlooking Seneca Lake and using the provided kayaks. We plan on coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Home Base

Everything was as described, there were no surprises, and perfect location. Jim was very responsive when our trip was delayed and assisted with two pages of local wineries, places to eat and sights to see. Have already recommended and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable cabin by the lake with stunning views

Enjoyed a lovely stay at this cabin right on Seneca Lake. The view of the sunrise over the lake was just amazing. Beautiful and peaceful location. Plenty of space in the cabin. We cooked and the new stove was great. Fireplace was cozy on cool evenings. We definitely hope to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Beautiful views off multiple decks and beach area. Very clean and comfortable. Loved the table in kitchen. Perfect for playing games in the evening. Easy to work in and well stocked kitchen. Great location for getting to Watkins Glen and many wineries. Truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Lake Location

This house was very clean and in a comfortable location. All neighbors were quiet. The multiple decks (including the dock space) were laid out well. All of the basics were there for our use, and the owner was available should we have needed anything. We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Enjoyed the fabulous lake view from the awesome deck. An easy floor plan for six adults and two kids under 2 to enjoy time together in comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024