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Black Diamond: "Waterfront Finger Lakes Home with Hot Tub!"

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom74 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Black Diamond: "Waterfront Finger Lakes Home with Hot Tub!"

Pack your bags and move right into this modern cabin inspired by Nordic simplicity. Architecturally unique, Black Diamond is an ideal immersive experience in the heart of the Finger Lakes. You'll find this gem located on a private road at the base of a working vineyard within an old growth hemlock forest on the eastern shore of Seneca Lake.

Inside, the soaring asymmetrical ceilings offer an unimpeded view of the lake and the surrounding forest including a full wall of windows facing west to capture those famous Seneca Lake sunsets.

Looking to escape from the hustle and bustle? Black Diamond offers privacy with only one near neighbor to the north and the expanse of the Finger Lakes National Forest to the South. The first level has an open floor plan with a galley kitchen equipped with a stainless-steel appliance suite, quartz counter tops and everything you need for your stay. The kitchen/dining/living area opens onto a large wrap around deck with sweeping views of the lake, comfy outdoor lounge seating, propane grill and hot tub.

Black Diamond sleeps up to four people with an enclosed first floor bedroom and expansive loft level that includes both sleeping and reading/lounge areas with a bird's eye view of the lake. The bathroom is on the first level with a large walk-in shower and heated flooring.

For the nature lovers; Eagles, Osprey, Herons and many other birds that call the lake home nest nearby. At times, enjoy watching these wonderful lake loving animals fly right by the window wall, or overhead of the decks. The private lakefront at Black Diamond provides a secluded cove-like shoreline with the National Forest as a buffer. At the lake you will find seating for four and two kayaks for your personal enjoyment.

Proving to be an ideal couple's retreat; book your getaway and host friends for part of your stay saving a few days for yourself. No one will ever know you snagged those extra days of quiet bliss! Ask to learn about additional services that can be added onto your stay at Black Diamond. Host a private chef for the evening, or have a relaxing massage.

A small fire pit is provided on the lakefront for taking in the sights and sounds of the lake, while warming up next to a modest fire. Fire wood is not provided- please only use local firewood, which can be purchased at many roadside stands and gas stations.

The road to Black Diamond navigates through a working vineyard, and then becomes a single lane, dirt road with steep twists and turns. It is strongly recommended to have AWD or 4WD vehicles to navigate these roads. A private garage offering space for 2 standard size vehicles with height less than 7 feet tall is available for use. If your vehicle is oversized, or too tall, it's requested you park alongside the driveway.

**Due to owner and guest feedback during the 2024 rental season, this home will be updated with a new complete water filtration system for the 2025 rental season!

Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting. The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time. This includes both day and overnight guests.

Note:
1. Smoking is not allowed in any rental property. This includes vaping and e-cigarettes.
2. Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in the description.
3. Air conditioning is not available unless listed as an amenity. If available, air conditioning is considered a seasonal amenity and is only available May 15 - October 15.
4. Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets.
5. Docking capabilities may vary based on current water levels. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes.
6. Outdoor amenities, including furniture, watercraft and firepit are not available between October 15 - May 15.

Property manager

Finger Lakes Premier Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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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

Pets not 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

Property is also known as

802571

About the neighborhood

Map
Hector, NY

What's nearby

  • Wagner Vineyards - 4 min drive
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 8 min drive
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 24 min drive
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 34 min drive
  • Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glenora Wine Cellars - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Fingerlicks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Classic Cafe - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Diamond: "Waterfront Finger Lakes Home with Hot Tub!" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Diamond: "Waterfront Finger Lakes Home with Hot Tub!"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Diamond: "Waterfront Finger Lakes Home with Hot Tub!"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Black Diamond: "Waterfront Finger Lakes Home with Hot Tub!" located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Bagley's Poplar Ridge Vineyards, Standing Stone Vineyards, and Wagner Vineyards. Silver Thread Vineyard and Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Black Diamond: "Waterfront Finger Lakes Home with Hot Tub!" Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome experience
Heavenly
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

BETH C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taking a break
Nice place to stay for a wine tasting trip. The whirlpool control panel is about to fail, was difficult to turn on and off.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

rachel f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay, some Lil extras would be nice
Property overall is great! Clean, taken care of inside, beautiful spot + lakefront. We really enjoyed ourselves and would recommend. That being said we do feel at the price point a bit more should have been provided. Their was no extra linens aor blankets at all. We were quite cold the one night. The pillows were one per person with a metal headboard. We felt like the downstairs "living room" seating was not optimal for just relaxing and hanging out. It isn't loungeworthy(it's auestheic only) and as a group of friends we wound up having to play board games in our bed lol. Our butts just needed some comfy seats after hiking! MMore than 2 kayaks would have also been nice considering it's a larger home with more than 2 people staying most often. We got 1.5 rolls of toilet paper for 4 days and 4 people. So we had to grab more. It just felt overall very bare minimum for the price point BUT still a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful new house but bring a lot of filtered water.
The house is new and beautiful, nicely furnished and kitchen is well stocked with the exception of a Keurig. There is a coffee pot but lids provided do not fit so you can’t make coffee. We enjoyed using the provided kayaks. The large deck is perfect for relaxing after a hike or kayaking. We also enjoyed the hot tub. There is one major issue to keep in mind. The water is drawn from the lake and has an extremely strong sulfur smell. When someone is showering the smell permeates the entire house. Though it may be safe to drink the smell is revolting so make sure to bring a significant amount of bottled water. We took note that none of the wineries, breweries or restaurants seems to have the same issue when we used their bathrooms. There must be a way to filter the water. The house is otherwise wonderful and we would stay there again but with plenty of filtered water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Little S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pampered
They have this pampering thing down to a science. The most relaxed I’ve been in years
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black Diamond is a Gem !
Up for long weekend for 2024 Eclipse - cloudy skies were briefly disappointing, but stay at Black Diamond was bright ! Clean, comfortable, peaceful for our party of four (wife & I, daughter, granddaughter). Enjoyed the quiet, family time ! There is no TV, great to get away from it, played board & card games, did crafts with granddaughter. High-speed internet 100% reliable, did stream to get sports updates ! Deck is great spot to view lake, cook on the outdoor grill, soak in hot tub. Lake still too cold to enjoy a dip or the kayaks provided with the house. Large garage accommodated parking SUV inside. Drive through Caywood Vineyards will look even better when grapes come-in !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024