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Storybook Cottage on FLX wine trail: fire pit & starry skies

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Outdoor dining
Our second king bedroom is also located on the upper floor, featuring king size Tuft & Needle mattress, high quality all-cotton bedding, and views of the sunset.
Primary bedroom features an ensuite bathroom with shower, king size Tuft & Needle mattress, high quality all-cotton bedding, and views of the sunrise.
Our first floor king bedroom offers you the luxury of  a premium Nectar  memory foam mattress, cotton bedding, and work desk.
The twin bedroom is perfect for the kiddos or two friends to stay up chatting side by side, slumber party style!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8118.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hector, NY
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Glenora Wine Cellars
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Storybook Cottage on FLX wine trail: fire pit & starry skies

Come enjoy a unique 1887 carriage house on 15 acres of meadow ~ situated just minutes from Seneca Lake Wine Trail, and an easy drive to the quaint villages of Watkins Glen (15mins), Trumansburg (15 mins), Ithaca (30mins), & so much more. Experience Lake Life, Gorges, Wineries, Breweries & Artisanal restaurants. Or stay put to enjoy our swimming pond, wildflower meadow trails or star gaze around the fire pit.

Don't hesitate to reach out if we can be of assistance!

Hector is quiet, with a sky full of stars at night and gorgeous nature by day. It is close to both Seneca and Cayuga Wine trails, Watkins Glen State Park, Watkins Glen International racetrack, the world famous Corning Glass Museum, and dozens of wineries, cafes, and brew pubs. We hope you enjoy escaping to, relaxing, and exploring this unique and peaceful place as much as we do! 

Carriage House guests have access to the main house with fire pit & picnic table, and share access to 15 acres of meadow & wildlife ponds.

Carriage House:
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A unique 1887 reconstructed carriage house sleeps 8 in bedrooms with a/c and high quality memory foam mattresses, All-Clad cookware, shuffleboard and games to enjoy around the gas fireplace.

* Great room: Gas fireplace, Chesterfield sofa and club chairs, Smart TV, games cabinet

* Kitchen: Full kitchen, Gas stove, full sized refrigerator, microwave, coffee and tea station, All-Clad Stainless cookware - everything you need to enjoy meals with friends

* Bedroom 1: Second floor, King Suite with ensuite bathroom

* Bedroom 2: Second floor, King bed

* Bedroom 3: Second floor: 2 twin beds

* Bedroom 4: First floor, King bed and work desk

* Bathroom 1: Second floor, ensuite to Bedroom 1. Walk-in shower

* Bathroom 2: First floor, full bathroom with tub and shower.


Outdoor Recreation:
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* 15 acres of trails through wildflower meadows
* Swimming pond
* Outdoor games like corn hole, darts, etc
* 4 Fire pits

Common Amenities:
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* Coffee and tea
* Sugar
* Cooking Oil
* Salt, Pepper
* Laundry Detergent
* Dishwasher Pods
* Sponges
* Dish Soap
* Hand Soap
* Paper Towels
* Toilet Paper
* Garbage Bags
* Shampoo
* Conditioner
* Body Soap

A car/transportation is vital to exploring the Finger Lakes. While Uber and Lyft are not readily available, we are happy to provide recommendations for designated driver services.

The Hector Carriage House is one of four stays on our property, each with its own private fire pit & outdoor space, that can be rented together or separately!

Property manager

Hana Rab

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets are only allowed with written permission and with pet fee.
Quiet Hours are from 11 pm to 7 am.
No smoking in indoor spaces.

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 first aid kit

About the area

Hector

Hector is home to this holiday home. Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room and Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watkins Glen State Park and Cayuga Lake.
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Hector, NY

What's nearby

  • Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Seneca Harbor - 22 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 22 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Glenora Wine Cellars - 33 min drive - 33.2 km

Getting around

  • Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glenora Wine Cellars - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Fingerlicks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Scale House Brewery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Toni's Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grist Iron Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Storybook Cottage on FLX wine trail: fire pit & starry skies pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Storybook Cottage on FLX wine trail: fire pit & starry skies located?

Situated in Hector, this ski holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sheldrake Point Seneca Lake Tasting Room, Penguin Bay Winery and Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards. Leidenfrost Vineyards and Hector Wine Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenn C.

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

Profs in the Finger Lakes

A beautiful property and very cozy. The fireplace is great for chatting with friends, and the view of the sky is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

50th Wedding Anniversary

It was a perfect location.. love the house. The only draw back was the internet connection was not strong... but we were out celebrating, wine tasting and visiting family and friends most of the time anyway.

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S.

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

Perfect Stay in the finger lakes

I stayed here with my family, six adults and two children. We had plenty of space! The property is AMAZING! We loved the outside picnic area and fire pit. Tons of space for the kids to enjoy. It is completely centrally located for hitting Watkins Glen and Ithaca, plus close to taughnnocan falls and wineries/breweries! Our favorite was Scale House-Just 4 minutes away and Hector Wine Company just 7 minutes away. The only flaw was that it does not have central air (my fault for not checking) and it was HOT when we checked in, but two of the upstairs bedrooms have window units and can cool the entire place down if you leave the doors open. Hana was easy to get in touch with, the no key lock in the door makes coming and going so easy, and the property is awesome! Highly recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

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

Soccer gals get away

We LOVED this location and property. Would highly recommend. We are an outdoorsey group and love everything about this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Hana Rab

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Languages:

English