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Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71664 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dundee, NY
  • Waneta Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lamoka Lake
  • Keuka Lake
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dundee

On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Waneta Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Lamoka Lake. McGregor Vineyard and Keuka Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waneta Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Keuka Lake - 11 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Bully Hill Vineyards - 24 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Keuka Lake Vineyards - 25 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Watkins Glen International - 32 min drive - 16.2 miles

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McGregor Vineyard - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Weis Vineyards - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Switzerland Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Domaine Leseurre Winery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Snug Harbor - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard

A welcoming, fun and relaxing lakefront cottage to fulfill your lake house vacation dreams, Duckingham Cottage has 75’  lakefront that will entertain any type of vacation! Whether you are looking for relaxation or fun, this 3 bedroom lake house will not disappoint!

Featuring an indoor bar / entertainment room, wood burning stove in the living room, rear porch with grill and patio set, 50’ dock, pedal boat, canoe, kayaks, lakeside fire pit and beautiful views all year long, this property alone has plenty of ways to enjoy your vacation without even having to leave!

A fully furnished cottage, you'll be able to cook your own meals in the newly renovated galley kitchen.  The living room entertainment area has a cable TV / smart TV's, wireless speaker system, and gaming consoles along with a section couch and doors that open to the outdoor deck.
The cottage has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 7 persons comfortably.  Bedroom 1 is off of the Living Room and has a King size bed.  Bedroom 2 is just outside the Bathroom door and has a Queen bed.  Bedroom 3 is located next to Bedroom 2 and has a Double/Twin bunk combo.  The stacked washer and dryer are tucked away in the closet of Bedroom 3 and guests are welcome to use these to do laundry during their stay.  The bathroom is a full bath and has a tub/shower combination.

Rain trying to ruin your vacation?  The converted garage / bar / entertainment room is where the fun is at! This room is equipped with a bar/with stools, cable TV, blender, basic bar essentials, a half fridge/freezer and a 4 chair table, with convenient French door access to the backyard.

A perfect retreat for your next vacation, any time of the year! In the summer, enjoy all sorts of in-the-sun fun on the water, or hiking the gorge, fishing on the lake, or relaxing barbecues. Don’t miss out on the fall season, and take in the stunning fall foliage while wine tasting at all the local wineries, or sipping your favorite microbrew from the many area breweries; enjoy those warm fire pits on a cool night, or just relaxing indoors with a blanket and book or games. During the winter months, enjoy the peace and quiet of a cold and still day, ice fishing or skating just off our shoreline, Waneta Lake’s Ice Derby, or skiing and indoor entertainments just a short drive away.

Easy, level access throughout the whole property make this a perfect retreat for those with difficulty getting around! Just one step into the house and 3 steps off the back porch, or 1 step off the back of the garage, are the only steps needed on the entire property, even the dock!

Whether there are 2 of you or 7, you'll find Duckingham Cottage to be just the right amount of space, and the perfect location, for that couple days of relaxation that you have been looking for.

*Air conditioning is provided with mini split units in main living areas and master bedroom (the two additional bedrooms have fans but no AC)
*A limited amount of paper towel, toilet paper, soaps, is provided for each guest.

**We ask that renters to be over the age of 25. By booking you agree with this policy and comply with the request that the renting party is over the age of 25.
**ABSOLUTELY NO pets or animals allowed at any time. Anyone found to be in violation, will be asked to leave immediately and/or charged an additional fee
**NO PARTIES allowed at any time.
**Smoking prohibited except in outdoor areas.
**Guest must comply with maximum occupancy at all times.  No Exceptions.  Only 7 guests allowed
**Parking for 4 vehicles only.

**Guests are asked to initial a rental waiver, sent via email, immediately after booking

**Lake conditions are not guaranteed and are non refundable

**DOCK USEAGE:
This home has a seasonal dock which is not available for use from October to Mid-May.  Seasonal docks are made for loading/offloading passengers only and cannot be used to secure watercraft overnight or for any length of time.
Guest assumes liability for use of the dock and assumes responsibility and liability for damages done to the dock during their stay, whether the damage is done by their watercraft or the guest themselves.

**Seasonal amenities: kayaks, canoes, paddle boat and some outdoor furniture is available seasonally and is often available for use from mid-May to October only

Property manager

Joleen Glick

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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

  • Unit size: 1,664 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Duckingham On Waneta Dundee
Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake!
Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake Dundee
Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake Private vacation home
Duckingham Cottage on Waneta Lake Private vacation home Dundee
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard to the airport?

This vacation home is 41.2 mi (49-min drive) away from the Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard to the beach?

This vacation home is 13.2 mi (26-min drive) from Watkins Glen Beach.

Does Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard to downtown Dundee?

This vacation home is 8.8 mi away from Dundee.

Duckingham Cottage: relaxing lakefront cottage on Waneta Lake with large yard Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn M., BROCKPORT

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lori Jeanne P., ROCHESTER

Liked: Cleanliness

A Tidy Cottage, Good for Entertaining

Our stay in mid-June was relaxing.We especially enjoyed the view of a pastoral hillside across the lake. The cottage itself is clean and comfortable. The kitchen is compact, well stocked and efficient. The owners say in their description that they enjoy entertaining - the cottage seems well suited to that purpose, especially the stocked bar. We don't drink and were shocked to find free liquor there. All of the dining room chairs are so high that your feet don't touch the ground. We didn't find them comfortable for sitting or computer use. Same for the chairs around the table on the deck. The lighting is not very good for reading, but the couch and recliner are quite comfortable. Sleeping was good. Very quiet. A firm mattress, but sheets were too small. Quiet air conditioning. Good temperature, once we learned how to adjust the thermostats. Little boat traffic, as school was still in session. Fishing was not good even though June 15 was the opening day for bass. On one day, I kayaked for over an hour and only saw one other boat. There is good shade for lounging by the lake in the morning, but little in the afternoon when it is hot. The patio chairs and ottomans are very comfortable but not the chairs by the lake. The geese like the shore, so goose poop was an issue. The dock is excellent and there were several kiddie kayaks and paddle boards. There was a canoe, but no canoe paddles. In summary, a tidy, relaxing cottage despite minor inconveniences.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

Great place to hang with family and see the finger lakes
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Memorial Day Weekend stay

This property is in a beautiful location right on the lake. The house comes fully equipped with basically anything you'd need, a real home from home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect lake getaway

Nestled in a quiet location on the lake but still near all there is to do by the finger lakes. Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Dillsburg Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at the Finger Lakes

Despite the rainy weather, we enjoyed a long weekend at this great property. The heated kitchen floor was a bonus! It was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Great location. We visited 8 of the 11 Finger Lakes! We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful lake cottage!

We stayed in early November and had a wonderful experience at the cottage. The beds were sooo comfortable. Enjoyed coffee down by the lake and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere throughout the day. The home was immaculate and offered every amenity we needed. Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Trip

We had a great time at Duckingham Cottage! The area was so nice and it was nice to be on a smaller lake. The house was clean and updated and fit our needs perfectly! We had an issue where we had to call maintenance since we got locked out but they came within 20 minutes and got it fixed! Great communication and very helpful throughout the trip. Hope to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., North Tonawanda, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage on pristine lake

Everything was exactly as advertised. Freshness and cleanliness with beautiful views of the lake. My friends and I spent 12+ hours fishing on the lake. Coming back to a clean and updated cottage to grill & enjoy company sealed our love for this place. Property manager kept up consistent communication in case we needed anything but everything was already provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K., Fort Washington, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time on Waneta Lake

Our family enjoyed your home on the lake. Some of went to wineries, others over to Watkins Glen race course to catch the vintage races and others just relaxed in the backyard and used your paddleboards and kayaks in the lake. I highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a long weekend in the Fingerlakes area. The home is very clean, comfortable and has a great deck/patio area overlooking the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it!

We had a wonderful stay. It was ver TV comfortable. Enjoyed being by the lake and the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful relaxing stay

The cottage was everything and more than we expected. Beautiful location on the lake with several options of outdoor seating to enjoy the lake front. Thankfully the A/C kept us comfortable while indoors. I have to admit there were a couple "downsides": 1) Geese & ducks tended to really like the two neighboring properties along with Duckingham Cottage, possibly the reason for the cottage name. Anyways, watch for poops by the water and on the dock. 2) Since the stay was so enjoyable, leaving was very melancholy. I can imagine this would be a great rental at any time of year. Would love a return visit in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation spot espec for those with young children/grandchildren or several adults

Clean cottage with nice updates. Adequate kitchen well stocked. Really appreciated use of kayak, canoe, and young grandchildren ages 4 and 15 mos loved paddle boat with their parents. 4 yr old sang the Disney Moana songs as she held her ‘oar ‘in the water while in the canoe 😊Lake calm with occas gusty spells nothing dramatic. Didnt swim here but went to small ‘beach’ area Hammondport- about 10-15 min drive-stone bottom but grandChildren loved it - just need water shoes.Fishing off the dock and spots around the lake. Made fire in the firepit- seating for 10 down by the firepit! New deck table /chairs and new seating area furniture on patio. Plenty of linens provided which was appreciated. Additional party space was great- lots of games for all ages. Lawn for girls to run on. Easy access to wineries, craft breweries and restaurants. New restaurant /bar/music 5 min walk. Multple birds singing all the time-lovely-also saw Heron, Osprey, ducks, geese and even turtles sunning in channel connecting Waneta with Lamoka lakes. Joleen was really easy to work with, very responsive- answered all of our questions. We had a great week. Thank you to Joleen and her crew!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sasha T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The cottage looks small from the outside but is quite roomy and comfortable. Everything was very clean and the kitchen is well stocked. The bar room is great. There’s lots of games to play. We loved using the watercraft. We’d definitely stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Trip

We stayed here over the Thanksgiving holiday. House was clean and comfortable. It was cold and a bit snowy, but we started a fire in the wood stove, and the house was very cozy. the kitchen had everything we needed to make a full thanksgiving dinner. The bar area was great. There were a lot of games, and we enjoyed them almost every night. We enjoy the outdoors, and there were several hiking locations we visited on our trip. There are also a number of wineries to visit very close to the house. A very relaxing Holiday weekend, thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy I., Mission Viejo, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing View

The cottage was clean and well equipped. The decor was very cute and not overdone. The weather was too cold during our stay to use all the water toys, but they looked like they were well maintained. The location is perfectly situated between Wakins Glen and Hammondsport. Our only complaint would be the bed and bedding on the master bed. Too hard for our taste, however, other people might find the hardness nice. The bedding was clean but needs to be updated. The sheets were too short on the sides and the comforter was too thin and too short on the sides. Also, a padded mattress cover would be a nice addition. Other than that small issue, we really enjoyed our stay at the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall Great Cottage

We loved Duckingham Cottage - the game room, the view, the kitchen had everything we needed, the canoe, the location, etc. The only complaint (which is kind of a big one) is that the bed was very hard and uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Cottage

Great location. Plenty of Parking. Hosts were responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

leah s.

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful house!

My friends and I stayed here for a long weekend and loved the close location to wineries and Watkins Glen. The house was perfect! We loved everything about it and are hoping to make it an annual event!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kaley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Cottage

This was a great location for our trip. We loved the views, water toys, and proximity to activities. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

This cottage is so wonderfully decorated. It had tons of fun stuff for our 3 kids to do. It was fun trying out some new family games in the evening when the weather was cool. I was worried that the kitchen looked small, but that too worked out wonderfully. They have EVERYTHING you would need!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great week with my family. Owner was more than accommodating. We had an event canceled in 2020 due to COVID. It was rescheduled during our trip unbeknownst to me when we booked. Even though she was certainly not obligated, I was refunded for the last day. Thinking about going again in the fall to check out the foliage
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021