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Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun

Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun

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Stone House, looking north
Stone House front yard
Gram's House from the north
Path to the back field
Our property is right on Menteth Creek!

Overview of Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Check out the area

Canandaigua, NY
  • Popular LocationCanandaigua Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCMAC Performing Arts Center16 min drive
  • Popular LocationBristol Mountain Ski Resort20 min drive
  • AirportRochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun

Generous lakeside lawn! Our two-cottage compound is ideal for an extended family vacation. During midsummer we rent the two cottages as a unit. Each cottage is fully equipped with kitchen and bath (two baths, in one case), fireplace, and screened porch. They share a large lawn with about 200 feet of level lakefront. If you are like our family, the group includes some active, athletic members and some who prefer to spend their vacation napping in the hammock or doing jigsaw puzzles. This set-up gives you a great combination of family togetherness and privacy.

The eight-acre property is next to Menteth Creek and looks due south, toward Bare Hill and the receding hills of Naples. We enjoy a stunning view from the west side of Canandaigua Lake!

This property has been in the same family since 1922. The Stone Cottage was built in 1969, replacing an earlier cottage. It has a great room with stone fireplace, living-dining room, and an open stair up to the master suite. The kitchen has a pass-through to the screened dining porch with built-in grill. The living room has a sliding glass door to an open porch enclosed by a low stone wall. There is a rear porch off the kitchen with clotheslines for bathing suit and towel drying. The two first-floor bedrooms have twin beds and a full bath, while the upstairs master suite has a king size bed and a bath with shower. This house also has laundry facilities. Overall occupancy is six, and square footage is about 1600. An extra bonus - a grand piano!

The smaller cottage was built in 1948 for our grandmother -- we call it Gram's House. If you visited your grandmother at a lakefront cabin, this cottage will seem very familiar. It has a large screened porch across the whole front of the house, with a dining room table that expands to seat ten -- also a chaise longue and wicker chairs, and a pass-through to the kitchen. The living room and kitchen are knotty pine with a stone fireplace. The house has three bedrooms, one with queen, one with twins, and one with a twin bed, plus one full-size bath. Occupancy is five, and square footage is about 900 square feet.

The property has level lawns surrounding the cottages, plenty of parking space, and a large open field between the cottages and West Lake Road. There is a tennis court (good condition, shared) on the property, and lawn area for croquet, badminton, or frisbee. Our lakefront has a stone breakwall in front of the houses, a 16-foot wooden dock with ladder, a swim raft and a shale beach (perfect for stone skipping). Lake bottom is shale. Visitors will have the use of one canoe and one two-person kayak. We do not offer the use of any motorized boats or a hoist. However, we do have a mooring for motorboats, and past guests have brought their own or rented a boat for daytime use from a nearby marina. The shale beach area is level, so you can back a trailer to the lake and launch your small or mid-sized boat from there. The property has plenty of mature shade trees and perennial gardens. We have a large and heavily used bonfire spot near the beach. Indoors, there is no dishwasher, but we do have a washer and dryer, streaming TV, internet access, WiFi, and a VCR and DVD player.

We only rent for a few weeks a year, typically in July and August, though we sometimes add some May, June, or September weeks to our schedule.

Keywords: cottages, pair, side by side, level lakefront, tennis, piano, creek, lake view, lawn, Menteth, 6 bedrooms, canoe, kayak, Canandaigua Lake, Finger Lakes, open field

Property manager

Marianne Hooker

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Up to 20 people -- check with owners.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lb per pet (limit 3 pets total)
One dog per house. Pet fee: $75 per dog or cat.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No more than one dog per house. Weekly pet fee of $75 per cat or dog.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Up to 20 people -- check with owners.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Canandaigua

Located in Canandaigua, this cottage is on a lake. Ontario County Historical Society and Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Heron Hill Winery Tasting Room at Bristol and Arbor Hill Grapery & Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Roseland Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Canandaigua Motorsports Park. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Canandaigua Lake - 1 min walk
  • Canandaigua City Pier - 12 min drive
  • Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park - 14 min drive
  • CMAC Performing Arts Center - 16 min drive
  • Bristol Mountain Ski Resort - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Rochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's - 12 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 14 min drive
  • Starbucks - 13 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 13 min drive
  • Johnson's Joint - 28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canandaigua lakefront cottages for family fun located?

This family-friendly Canandaigua cottage is located on a lake, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Canandaigua Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Roseland Waterpark and Kershaw Park. Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park and Ontario County Historical Society are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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4.6/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Nicole T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation week
Beautiful property! We loved the privacy, all the outdoor space, and the swing! We had a relaxing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Lea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for family gathering
The cottages were a perfect fit for our family get-together in the Finger Lakes. We had 8 adults and two young children. Everyone had comfortable sleeping arrangements, bathrooms were adequate, and the kitchens were well equipped for putting together family meals. There's a large table on the porch of Gram's cottage where we enjoyed our evening dinners. Our hosts provided us with an orientation to the property and kept in touch with us throughout our stay. Any questions or concerns that we had were addressed promptly. The location on Canandaigua Lake provides a gorgeous view of the lake. The property has a large lawn area between the cottages that our grandchildren thoroughly enjoyed. There are so many nice areas to hang out, including a rope hammock that the children enjoyed sharing with an adult. Access to the water is easy and there is a large shallow area near the shore that is perfect for playtime in the lake. The hosts provide a kayak and a canoe, and life jackets in a variety of sizes. The kayak was very popular with our family and was used everyday; sometimes multiple times during the day. When searching VRBO, the cottages appeared to be exactly what I was looking for. I was not disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

5/5 Excellent

Anne P., East Aurora, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for our family reunion!
My siblings and our families came together to celebrate our parents 80th birthday's - we could not have asked for a better location. We enjoyed the use of Gram's Cottage, the Stone House and chose to rent the "Little House" as extra space for our college age kids. It was a beautiful, private retreat with plenty of communal space for games, star gazing, and enjoying the spectacular lake views. Each of the houses were well appointed and we appreciate having many of the "everyday" items on hand. Best of all, it was a bit of a step back in time and I was actually thankful my cell service provider was hit or miss - although we weren't far from home, we felt off the grid which made for an incredibly relaxing get away. The Hooker family was very communicative and did everything possible to ensure our stay went well. We certainly look forward to returning to this lovely property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

4/5 Good

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view.
Fantastic setting with incredible view. The kitchen in the main house is small and the house is a bit dated but acceptable for a weekly rental. Owners are very friendly and helpful.

5/5 Excellent

Cynthia H., Glastonbury, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible property
You cannot beat the location of these lakefront homes! They have their own dock and the most spectacular views. Well appointed cottages. Smart TVs with Roku and Netflix. Fans in all the rooms; even during a hot August week slept wonderfully. Such helpful, gracious hosts. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Marianne Hooker

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This is a lakefront property that has been in our family for three generations. We have been renting for a few weeks each summer for the past nine years.

Why they chose this property

Our grandparents bought the property back when Canandaigua had only a few cottages at each point. Our family has enjoyed coming to the lake and keeping in touch with the cousins over the years, even though we are now far-flung.

What makes this property unique

The view from our property has been called the best on the lake - looking almost due south toward the receding hills at the south end. The site is adjacent to Menteth Creek, and it includes a wooded area, as well as a large open field at the back of the property.

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