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Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Marina
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12186 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.

Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront

This lovely vacation home on Keuka Lake is the perfect spot for your group of 12, not only during your summer getaway, but also during the spring, fall, and winter!  Pleasant Bay has private lakefront....a great summer spot for enjoying the water, kayaking, and boating!  But this is also the perfect spot to stay in the quieter seasons....Pleasant Bay boasts a large hot tub on the deck overlooking the lake and with easy, year-round access to the home, you'll want to stay here in cooler weather as well!

Pleasant Bay is tucked into a little cove area, by two marinas, right at the top of Keuka Lake's west branch.  The water here is more shallow than other parts of the lake(along with the shallow, warmer water, you may encounter lilypads and lake grasses).  The view from the house extends across the water to Keuka's famed Bluff.

The main floor of the house has an open floor plan with the Kitchen, Dining, and Living Room all open to each other.  Walking in the main entry door from the back porch, you'll enter the fully stocked kitchen with an eat-in island, bar height dining table and Living room with a gas fireplace, large screen smart TV and wall to wall glass doors looking out over Keuka Lake and that walk out on to the large porch and lake beyond.

There are 2 bedrooms on the main floor.  The Master bedroom is quite spacious with a King size bed and windows facing out over the lake.  Bedroom 2 has two sets of Twin bunks.  There is a Full bath located on the Main Floor with a tub/shower.

On the second floor, you'll find a open landing area that overlooks the Living Room cathedral area.  This sitting area has sofa and is a great spot to use as a reading nook.  The upstairs bedroom is spacious as well and has a King size bed.  The upstairs bathroom is a full bath with a walk in shower.  The washer and dryer are also located in this upstairs bathroom.

Downstairs, in the lower level basement area, is a Family room which can double as the 4th Bedroom.  The Family room area has a futon and lounge area along with a large screen TV.  The other half of the Family Room has a comfortable King size bed for sleeping 2 persons.

Pleasant Bay has a large yard for getting outside, playing yard games and allowing children to explore outside.  Wrapped around the front of the house, toward the water, is a deck/porch with outdoor dining table/chairs and comfortable outdoor sitting area.  A smaller, attached deck (with a privacy wall)is  where you'll find the hot tub located. The yard slopes gently onto the lakeshore and there is a large dock with a sitting area, and a gas firepit, at the end of the dock.  The dock does have cleats for tying up your boat.  The house is located next door to a marina if you are unable to bring your own boat, you can always rent one from the marina!
There are several SUP's and a kayak available for guest use during their stay.

*The garage is not available for guests to use

*Air conditioning is provided through wall units on the main floor and the two larger bedrooms

*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.
**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 12 people allowed at any time.
**Parking for 4 vehicles only!!!!.

**Lake conditions are not guaranteed and are non refundable

**Guest may be charged for misuse of the hot tub, if draining/refilling the hot tub is necessitated from guest misuse

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

**DOCKS: A dock is provided, you are solely responsible for ensuring docks, and/or mooring facilities are adequate.
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 and some outdoor furniture are available seasonally and are often available for use from mid-May to October

Property manager

Joleen Glick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 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 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
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 and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Pleasant Bay Retreat On Keuka
82c48063-e073-4ad6-9074-c40c248c2b8d
Pleasant Bay Retreat on Keuka Lake Branchport
Pleasant Bay Retreat on Keuka Lake Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Branchport, NY

What's nearby

  • Keuka Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hunt Country Vineyards - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Keuka Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Keuka College - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market - 23 min drive - 22.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Seneca Farms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Abandon Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Keuka Spring Vineyards - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Olney Place - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Keuka Lake, Hunt Country Vineyards and Keuka Lake State Park. Keuka College and Arts Center of Yates County are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Pleasant Bay Retreat: lake home on Keuka Lake with hot tub and private beachfront Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maria T.

Fantastic
Fantastic house! Great amenities and very clean. We absolutely loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

Weekend away
Beautiful home with a gorgeous scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

lsglod16@gmail.com g.

Winery Get-away
Beautiful location and wonderful house. The first floor and second floor fit our needs perfectly. We did need to call for some help with TV and internet. Internet was resolved within an hour of our arrival. Maintenance arrived next day at 3 as we requested. Ben was great. He helped us with TV and minor lamp issue. It was a great time away for all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Wonderful stay
We have stayed at this property multiple times. The house is great with large gathering spaces for eating, playing games and watching TV. It is also easy to have private time to read and nap on the large back porch or the many bedrooms. The gas grill, hot tub and fireplace on the dock make spending time enjoying the lake view really enjoyable. Would definitely recommend to a friend and will be back again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nichole A.

Incredible family vacation, well appointed!
Everything was immaculate and well thought out. The rooms were open and spacious, very nice beds and soft linens. Well stocked kitchen! Beautiful view of the lake and on-site kayaks were a bonus!! Owners were super helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

April H.

We absolutely loved the place, property, and everything!!! The owners provided all comforts of home.
This rental far exceeded our expectations! The kids loved the dock and the hot tub plus the nice grassy areas to play games. Plenty of room for everyone to sleep and hang out, too. The owners are the most accommodating people and thought of everything. They are local so if you need anything they are there! We enjoyed the dock for swimming and the fire pit. We used the kayaks every day. The marina boats are no problem, but your view is impeded slightly by them from the dock. Overall we definitely highly recommend this rental!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Freddy W.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Nice stay but not perfect
Spacious and wonderful layout with great views. Overall good stay. House was not as clean as it should have been ( hot tub, dishes) for such a strict check in check out process and someone was at house until 430 upon checking in at 4. Pictures show a swimmable water front but it is not properly maintained and a huge disappointment for entire family that we could not swim or enter water off yard or dock due to an abundance of water weeds. Would never have booked if I knew we weren't able to enjoy the lake like we had planned.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brittany B.

Weekend birthday getaway
The interior of the house was great and clean. Everything was set and ready for us. The eating area overlooking the water had not been touched and we had to scrub it down pretty thoroughly. Unfortunately, one of the selling points for us was the fire pit which was in pieces at the end of the dock. The hot tub was huge for our evening hang out. The communication with the property manager was just ok. With all of that being said, we had a fantastic time. It was early in the season which may explain some of the issues. We would recommend this home to friends and will keep it in mind for our future plans.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stephanie C., Northport, NY

Keuka Lake Family Trip with young adult kids
This was our first trip to Keuka Lake, my husband and I were joined by our three sons (19, 21, & 23) and two friends (both 22) PROS: Dock was amazing! Very sturdy and in our opinion the best place to relax. Although the adirondack chairs are folding, they were comfortable for the most part very stable. We had plenty of room to dock the 21 ft. pontoon boat that we rented from Rich @ The Lakeside Restaurant.The home is very nice, new and clean. We had plenty of room, beds were comfortable, a/c worked really well and the pictures on VRBO were accurate. Plenty of TVs in each room. After we learned how to clean the hot tub, we used it a lot and it was nice to have after a long day on the boat. CONS: Bath towels are not very large or plush and there weren't not enough. Definitely bring extra bath and beach towels. Kitchen has plenty of wine glasses, but few drinking glasses. Left side of the double sink didn't drain well. We were very disappointed with all of the seaweed in front of the house, no beach or access to lake from yard. The front dock was also filled with seaweed making it kind of yucky to swim off. Fortunately, we had the pontoon boat and could swim off of it. TIPS 1)Hike Eggleston Glen followed by a yummy lunch at Onley Place. A great day trip on the west side of the lake. Amazing gorge, waterfall, swimming hole. Wear water shoes. 2) Check our Corning, NY a bit far but really worth it. Great food, cool town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah E.

Relaxing and Comfortable Home
Lovely home, with super comfortable beds, great location, and equipped house. We enjoyed the home immensely, as it was comfortable, had a fully equipped kitchen, provided linens and towels, and a most-excellent hottub! Great for large groups, but the basement sleeping area was a bit musty. The upper rooms were all excellent! The location is easy access to Penn Yan and convenient to marinas to rent a boat. While the listing says, "enjoy the water" and has images of a lily-free beach, the beach is full of water lilies and grasses so it is not possible to walk into the lake for swimming. This is not a good place to rent with young children expecting to go in the water! The end of the dock also has a swimming area, where the adults and older children swam, (there are tall water grasses there that touch your legs). If you don't care for grasses, it was also extremely easy to use the provided paddleboards and kayak to go out to the sandbar "(less than 5 minutes rowing) where it was grass-free and less than 3 feet deep. The backyard is fenced and flat, so we were able to play outdoor games like badminton, enjoyed using the grill on the front porch with the large outdoor table, and had a great evening around the waterfront firepit. Overall, a great location and home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jane B.

Very nice beautiful view and decor very tasteful
Very nice beautiful weather!!! Nice lake front view and porch for sitting was great!! Kids enjoyed the bunks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Great Stay for a Ladies Long Weekend
We had a group of 8 ladies that stayed here for a long weekend to visit the Finger Lakes area. The house was clean, located in a nice quiet neighborhood, and we loved the view from the living room and deck. There were a few minor things that need to be fixed but overall we were very pleased!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Great stay
Very nice house perfect for a vacation. Hot tub was great, as was the gas fireplace on chilly evenings. Nice open first floor with modern kitchen stocked with everything you need. Located right on the water with great views.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Lovely Lake Getaway
Even with our own sign in we never could get the Roku to work so TV was sketchy at best. As clean and lovely as everything was, the dead bugs in the window blinds is off-putting! Cheap shades would be an improvement.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

walter m.

11-1-2021
nice property and location. the heat did not work in many of the rooms. the fireplace only worked for 2 hours. could not get it to work any more. home was laid out well. could use one more bathroom for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Relaxing stay - Beautiful location and property
We have stayed at this property multiple times. Each time we have enjoyed the stay and the area. The property is well maintained and stocked for an enjoyable weekend. We were able to utilize the provided kayak and stand-up paddle boards to explore the lake and then jump in the hot tub to warm up. We would recommend this location to friends and we will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

Great place for sibling reunion
We had a great week at the property. A couple of issues arose, communication was excellent and the problem addressed promptly. Kitchen was well stocked with equipment. Renting a boat from the marina next door, launching our kayaks from the private and using the house as a base for exploring wineries were super convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Great Place
The house is beautiful, and the owners have thought of everything! The location was perfect, the house had anything you could have wanted, we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon H.

Family Week on Keuka
The family aged 7 months to 73 years spent a fun week! We especially enjoyed the large dining table on the covered, lake side porch! The main downer was too much glass on the shore and in the water for swimming.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

Loved the place!
The property was clean, warm, and very inviting. Power outage due to wind and the Property Manager was more than accessible, she was very communicative. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alina B.

Just girls getaway
Beautiful home with beautiful sunrise views! It was a great experience and the house was everything we expected!

10/10 Excellent

Eugene R.

We had an amazing time. Would definitely come back again.
Everything was great and as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

NIce location
We enjoyed our visit and having direct access to the lake was a plus since we brought our boat. The only thing I suggest is that they organize the kitchen items (especially cooking utensils in drawers) in the cabinets and have the cleaning staff dust the cob webs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

We Loved This Place!
First time staying in The Finger Lakes and we enjoyed it! Centrally located home that was very relaxing and quiet. We did get a bit of action from the small marinas beside us when the holiday weekend came, otherwise, very peaceful! We would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020