AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please

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Seneca Bungalow has lots of great windows to enjoy the lake while inside

Amazing Level Lakefront with no steps! Gradual lake depth ideal for kids

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Parking available

Beach view

Washer

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Romulus, NY

Zugibe Vineyards

4 min drive

Sampson State Park

6 min drive

Three Brothers Wineries and Estates

6 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Beautiful newly constructed lakeside bungalow located on the east side of Seneca Lake. Tastefully crafted home (construction completed early 2013), is sure to please. Be the first to enjoy and relax in Seneca Bungalow.

The home sits on the east side of Seneca Lake and is easily accessible. Enjoy the large level beach only steps away from the front porch.

Seneca Bungalow offers a custom, clean, comfortable, lakeside cottage where memories can be made. A well designed functioning floor plan with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Downstairs you will be welcomed by a tastefully decorated and relaxing living room with gas fireplace, dining room, full bath and kitchen with island and wine fridge. A master bedroom with king bed, and classic private bathroom with jetted tub are on the first floor as well.

Upstairs are 2 large comfortable and welcoming lakeside bedrooms (each with a queen bed and pull out couch), and a bunk room (2 bunk beds), and a full bathroom with laundry.

Fine finishes, master craftsman, care, and attention to detail were the owner’s goal with crafting this wonderful Finger Lakes getaway. The property has been in the owner’s family for over 50 years. Details include mahogany porches, upgraded electronics and appliances, central air, on demand hot water, and most important great outdoor/lakeside space for relaxing and/or entertaining.

The great floor plan is designed for large groups and entertaining, as well as separate space to get away and relax. Seneca Bungalow is very functional and comfortable for friends and families alike. Outside you will love the level beach and enjoy the beautiful sunsets.

No matter the time of year, Seneca Bungalow is a great place to relax, entertain, bond, and build wonderful memories.

Property manager

Calvin Ruthven

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Romulus

Located in Romulus, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Rose Hill Mansion and Smith Center for the Arts are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cayuga Lake and Women's Rights National Historical Park. Seneca Lake Sprayground and Muranda Cheese Company are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Romulus, NY

What's nearby

Sampson State Park - 6 min drive
Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - 6 min drive
Seneca Lake State Park - 14 min drive
Hobart and William Smith Colleges - 17 min drive
Cayuga Lake - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
‪Three Brothers Wineries and Estates - ‬7 min drive
‪Arby's - ‬17 min drive
‪Tim Hortons - ‬18 min drive
‪Ventosa Vineyards - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AMAZING Lakefront And Well Designed Lakehouse: That Is Sure To Please located?

Nestled on the beach, this Romulus cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Zugibe Vineyards, Sampson State Park and Three Brothers Wineries and Estates. Rose Hill Mansion and Ventosa Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

31 July 2024

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

Girls Reunion Weekend

The property was perfect. Very clean, very well provisioned. The proximity of the house to the water was our favorite feature. We ate all our meals on the back patio table, watching a heron fish for minnows with the gorgeous sunset as a backdrop. The shore was nice and shallow, and the lake was warm. We barely got out of our bathing suits from sun up til sundown, and then we gathered around the fire pit. Even though we had planned to visit a local winery, we wound up never leaving the house, as it had everything we needed for a lovely reunion weekend. The only quibble was that one of the bedrooms had a smoke detector with a dead battery that annoyingly chirped. We couldn't find a battery in the junk drawer, and pushing the hush button only temporarily delayed the chirp. The owner was not reachable through neither the app nor on the cell phone provided. He did respond later the morning after we reached out, and apologized.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat H.

15 June 2024

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

A great summer weekend on the Finger Lakes!

A group of my girlfriends stayed here for a weekend and enjoyed the outdoors and wineries in the Finger Lakes. The house was perfect - comfortable, clean, had great outdoor activities, and indoor/outdoor spaces to hang out. We had an awesome weekend!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Theresa V.

1 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Lovely home, but ....

The little bungalow is immaculate, cozy, and filled with the finest linens, glassware, games, DVD's, and kayaks. Truly, the bungalow is cozy and comfortable. Our difficulty with this rental was that we had children from 18 mos to 9 yrs of age and safety is always the issue. The home is located just feet from busy East Lake Road; the children could play only on the small patch of grass behind house. The dock surface becomes extremely hot in the summer sun. And, there is not a safe dock ladder. There is a foot long plank missing in the dock that someone can easily hurt themselves if they fell through. One is not able to call our host as he does not pick up the phone and his mailbox is filled. Emailing him through the VRBO website is a bit more successful. Reservation ID #HA-JH1HPF

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

21 November 2022

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

Excellent girls trip

This property was exactly as it was listed! The perfect getaway for 50+ years olds just before the holiday chaos starts

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana N.

16 October 2022

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

Beautiful house

We had a great experience at Seneca Bungalow! The house was beautiful and clean! The view was amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

9 October 2022

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

Another fantastic Seneca Bungalow stay!!

This was our 4th stay, and we can’t say enough about how wonderful this home and its host is. It’s always spotlessly clean and maintained, and the layout works perfectly for our group of four couples. Location on the lake is perfect, and close to some of our favorite winery stops. Top notch all around, thank you Calvin for sharing this gem with us. Already looking forward to stay #5!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

2 October 2022

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

House was great in every way. Would recommend.

Wedding weekend with family. Had a great time and all were comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki C.

6 November 2021

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

Birthday trip

Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

19 October 2021

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

Wonderful experience !

Amazing view, beautiful, spotless (and I am very hard to please in that department) and hassle free. Calvin was great to deal with. Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

17 October 2021

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

Perfect girls weekend

This house is even more beautiful than the pictures show. The outdoor space is also larger than it looks in the pictures and so incredibly beautiful- right on the lake. The house was fully stocked with adequate linens and everything you could need in the kitchen. The home is clean and modern, plenty of space for a crowd. Communication with the owner Calvin was seamless and prompt. I would definitely recommend this home and working with Calvin for anyone looking in this area.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

25 September 2021

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

Great place

This house was great. The back yard set up was better then the on line pictures. We were able to kayak and swim. The kitchen was well stocked. We were pleasantly surprised that the bunk beds were twins instead. Just for your information there is one bathroom upstairs, one in the master downstairs and one by the front door.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., East Stroudsburg, PA

22 September 2021

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

First Time to the Finger Lakes

First time to the finger lakes what can I say it was one of our most memorable vacations as a whole family would definitely return to the same house Thank You Calvin

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

22 September 2021

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

Great trip with family

This was a great getaway with family. Easy access to Geneva and right on the lake.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 September 2021

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

Seneca Bungalow

We had a lovely time. The property was extremely clean and very pleasant, with a beautiful view of Seneca Lake. We will definitely return!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

10 September 2021

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

Great location

The house was even better in person than the photos. Was a great location and the house itself was bigger then it appears. The house easily fit the 10 of us. Would highly recommend. My only note would be to add some shower hooks in the bathrooms

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

10 July 2021

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

Lake life !

Wonderful

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

4 July 2021

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

Stayed for a week

We were lucky enough to enjoy this past week at the Seneca Bungalow! The pictures of the house were accurate! We were able to walk from the back porch to the lake, enjoyed coffee by the lake and had a fabulous time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

George W.

27 June 2021

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

GREAT to be back at Seneca Bungalow

Our last stay was in October 2019. We loved it then and we were very happy and grateful that Calvin and VRBO accommodated our request to move our June 2020 reservation to June 2021 due to Covid. The new improvements (patio, dock) were great !

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn R.

18 June 2021

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

Wonderful Lake Front Property!

Our stay was incredible! The house was spotless and the view looking out on the lake was breathless! The whole check in and check out process was simple. We would definitely stay again!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Betsy G.

11 June 2021

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

Beautiful well appointed home

We spent most of a week at the bungalow and found it to be every bit as lovely as described. There were just two of us and a pup, so we only used the main level of the house. The huge windows allow for maximum lake view and sunshine, with blinds when you don't want the sun coming in. We were on a work/vacay combo trip, so the reliable and fast wifi made for a smooth week. The kitchen has literally everything you'd need to prepare meals - more tools and gadgets than we have at home. The lake was shallow in front of the house making it easy in/out, especially with the dog. Shopping and dining were plentiful in Geneva (about a 15 min drive) but capacity restrictions meant carry out only on this trip. The steps in and out of the house were taller than average, so those with short legs or old knees will find them a little challenging. All in all, we had a lovely stay and wouldn't hesitate to choose this as home base for another Finger Lakes adventure!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

30 May 2021

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

An absolutely FANTASTIC experience

This property was clean and beautiful! Perfect location with gorgeous views, very well stocked and had everything we needed and more. We were all very impressed and very comfortable during our stay!! Thank you so much for an absolutely FANTASTIC experience!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

23 May 2021

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

Lake House

The house was as advertised!! Beautiful. We had a great stay! The only thing was all the chairs were wood both in door and outdoor without any cushions which after awhile was uncomfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

19 May 2021

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

Graduation stay

Overall a wonderful visit. Calvin was very accommodating with everything and the house was perfect for our crowd. Beautiful spot close to Hobart and other fun locations. Great place to have a gathering on a very celebratory us occasion!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bing G.

13 May 2021

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

Great Early Spring

We had a good experience. Away from the glitch on the first night, everything turned out well. The house was true to the app pictures, clean and neat. The proximity to the lake was a definite plus. Our host was responsive and helpful. Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sami S.

6 May 2021

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

Amazing!!

We had the BEST time at the finger lakes especially with this rental property. It is so cute and welcoming on the inside! The lake is so close and you can see it from the wall to wall windows in the living room. Such a tranquil spot for your trip. There were so many places to sleep and can fit a decent sized group. We will definitely be staying here again!!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Calvin Ruthven

Born, raised and LOVE the Finger Lakes!! Love sharing Seneca Bungalow with guests. I have always been passionate about Real Estate and have made it my career. I own and manage a few Vacation Rentals and am the Owner/Broker of a boutique real estate brokerage.

Why they chose this property

This "property" has been in the family since the 1950's as my grandparents build the first "summer structure" on the property. When an opportunity arose for me to purchase the property, I did not hesitate. I purchased the property in 2011 and completed construction of Seneca Bungalow in 2013 after a complete demo of the original "summer structure" that my grandparents had built.

What makes this property unique

Location - Location - Location. Close proximity to Geneva, near many great wineries and breweries. The lakehouse has a great level beach, and is perfectly designed to build great memories. Whether the fire on the beach after an amazing sunset. Sitting on the porch relaxing. The well equipped and designed bungalow. THE PROPERTY IS WITHOUT A DOUBT SURE TO PLEASE!!