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Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and barbecues. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 1.5 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a balcony and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Property manager

Finger Lakes Premier Properties

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak

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: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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
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

Property is also known as

496003

About the area

Map
Seneca Falls, NY

What's nearby

  • Cayuga Lake State Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • New York Chiropractic College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • It's A Wonderful Life Museum - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • National Women's Hall of Fame - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 8.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lizards Tailgaters Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Connie's Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mark's Pizzeria - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Cayuga Lake and Cayuga Lake State Park. New York Chiropractic College and It's A Wonderful Life Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Petit Retreat: The sweetest thing on Cayuga Lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Petite Retreat was a treat!

Such a great little place. Great kitchen/living area and an amazing view right on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

Petite Retreat

It was very nice! Location was perfect! The only thing was the kitchen didn’t have some things that most rentals have.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith V.

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

Wonderful house!!

The house was perfect. It was the perfect size for my family and our dog. I’d absolutely recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Petite Retreat

What a cute bungalow on Lake Cayuga. Loved the views and location. Updated amenities with a lovely kitchen, baths and seating area. We loved sitting on the lower level sun room. The only negative was the stairs to the lower level which were very steep and tight. However, everything else was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Denise F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing atmosphere

Even though the cottages are close together, it was very quiet and relaxing. We will definitely be back to this area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Petit Retreat

We absolutely love this house! It was the perfect size for our three person family. The air-conditioning were great, the window blinds were great to block the morning sun, the stove, microwave, and coffee pot all worked great! We got a little welcome bag that had everything we need to get us started like a sponge, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper. The deck and patio were fantastic! The yard furniture was very comfortable and perfect for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie P.

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

Perfect lake house for 2

Petit Retreat is an excellent lake house for 2. Well decorated for lake life, bright and cheery. Very clean and well appointed with every thing you may need including 2 kayaks and life vests. The 2 outdoor decks are very nice especially to watch sunrises and the sunroom off of the lower bedroom is also well appointed and nice for inclement days. The only downfall is the steps to the lower bed/bath. Duck and go slow! Overall, excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Terrific Lake Stay

Beautiful cabin right on the water. Accommodations were well appointed and very comfortable, and also located very near towns with everything one might need. Cannot recommend this particular cabin highly enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

house was great and so was the area!

The property and amenities were wonderful. For those looking to enjoy the wineries be warned, almost everything closes around 5PM.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Petit Retreat packs a big punch!

We loved our stay here! It is a small home but how much space is actually needed to sit, relax, and just enjoy the water?! We were created with gifts for us and our pooch. The home was clean and ready for us when we arrived. The beds were comfortable. There were plenty of linens for my husband and I. We enjoyed the location immensely! We are definitely coming back! The only constructive feedback we have is to tidy up the windowsills on the backside of the house. Th widows in the three season room are dirty and difficult to use, and the windows on the backside of the house for the upstairs deck where the table is were pretty filthy, like they had just been forgotten when the rest of the home was cleaned.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kristin S.

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

Petite Retreat

Quaint home right on the lake. It was absolutely beautiful! We loved our stay. I just wish there was an umbrella or covering on the deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Wine tasting

Adorable place. Loved everything except should have outdoor light for bottom entrance
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lesley W.

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

Great stay and beautiful property right in the lake.

We had a great time at the petite retreat. Great accommodations and very clean with perfect lake views and location. We missed not having a dock for our boat but we’re able to park our boat and trailer at the state park less then a 1/4 mile from the house and launch every day. But other then that this place had all the amenities that we wanted and really did not need to bring that much extra supplies with us. My husband and our friends enjoyed fishing right off the deck and caught quite a few bass. It was a beautiful weekend! I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Leah H.

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

Darling Property, a little challenging using the lower level bedroom

Charming cottage! Very clean with a beautiful view of the lake. Our only issue was accessing the lower-level bedroom. My husband is 6'3" and he did not like ducking to that degree going to bed at night. Your listing should probably note that It is not a good fit for tall people. This was our only issue with the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Susan K., Cutchogue,ny

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

Petit Retreat

The house is small, hence why it is named"Petit Retreat". My husband and I stayed for a week while I attended a quilting workshop at Wells College. It is nicely decorated and very clean and well appointed.The view of the lake is lovely. There is a Mennonite market about 15 minutes away. Unlike staying near an ocean or bay where you hear the sound of the wind and water, lakes by their nature are quiet. As a result, sound travels far and the houses are very close together so you can hear conversations from other homes even when people are talking in a normal tone. That being said, the neighbors are very considerate and you have to be as well. If you mind having homes in close proximity this is not the house for you. It was very quiet and having central air conditioning in the hotter weather made our stay comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista N.

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

Peace and Tranquillity!

Loved our recent stay at Petite Retreat. It is a small house, but it doesn’t feel small! Spent most of my time there on the screened in porch. So relaxing with my morning coffee and happy hour cocktail! We were lucky to not have any neighbors during our stay so we had a lot of privacy when outside as the houses are very close together. The house is beautifully decorated, the beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well equipped for having meals at home. There are not a lot of options close by for groceries or takeout which was a little annoying. Stopped at some great wineries/breweries a short drive from the house. It was so nice to be able to use the kayaks and life preservers at the house. Everything was in great condition. Bumped our heads more than a couple of times on our way down to the master bedroom, but that was a small price to pay for such a lovely stay! Master bedroom was also a little on the damp side, but I definitely wouldn’t let that deter you. Everything else about the place makes up for it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Great Family Vacation

My family (me, husband, 7 yo, 9 yo, dog) stayed at Petit Retreat for an extended weekend (6/14-6/17). The property is adorable. Perfect size for us! The kitchen is well equipped. I made breakfast each day and cooked dinner once. They had everything I needed. Heads up that it gets very warm, very quickly inside when using the oven. We used the grill and it worked (unlike many other rentals we’ve done over the years). Some info we received said to bring linens/towels but all those items were present for us. We did bring beach towels and are glad we did. The location is perfect! Our sons literally ran right to the dock on arrival and dropped lines. They spent a LOT of their time there and caught fish within 10 minutes of starting. We used the kayaks as well and they loved that! I didn’t do 5 stars on cleanliness for minor issues. The coffee pot was literally reading that it needed to be cleaned and inside the water reservoir there was a thick layer of scum. There were a lot of gnats (to be expected when staying on a lake) but the dead ones were layered on windowsills, the kitchen chairs and other areas. Our kids found a full beer can on the porch on arrival day. Ultimately minor issues and attributed to cleaning staff, not the home or home owners. Property management said late check out was possible and to call before check in to be sure, upon calling we were told that was basically impossible to ever do. Big discrepancy on their end as late check out was very important to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

perfect for the two of us

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Lovely cottage!

Rented for a girls weekend with my family and the location was perfect! The cottage was neat and clean and in a gorgeous location. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Missy W., Fort Walton Beach

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

Thanksgiving Stay

The property was very cozy and the view was beautiful. We enjoyed the surrounding area and all there was to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Adrea M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Lots of Potential, Poor Execution

I stayed here for a long weekend with two girlfriends for a girls get away. This property has lots of potential but you can tell that things have not been managed properly and the listing is very vague in expectations. Upon entering the home, not only were all the windows unlocked, but there was a very terrible sewage and moldy smell. That smell became worse when you descend the VERY narrow and dangerous stairs to the basement area which serves as the second bedroom. We did not feel safe staying down there when it smelled of recent water damage. Further, the property gloats of their all-season "Florida Room" (another fancy name for a screened in lower porch area). However, ALL of the outdoor furniture was smashed and thrown into the corner of the room deeming it unusable space. Why would you store the outdoor furniture in a useable room for guests instead of having it covered outside or in a shed/storage area? Not to mention the Screen porch room looked like it hadn't been cleaned in months. Human hair, dust, dead bugs, etc. My girlfriends and I only used the main level with one person sleeping on the couch. There are a list of other grievances (like a broken chair) that would have been manageable but the fact that the property did not seem to be taken care of made those small issues magnified. Further, the host was very unhelpful when I was asking for recommendations. Providing one word responses and NO guidance whatsoever. I think all of these factors just prove that management companies, like Finger Lakes Premier Properties, do not provide that 1:1 attention to the actual properties or their guests using them.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Lynn B.

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

Girls Getaway

Fun, relaxing, beautiful property. Just the right amount of space for 3 of us. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022