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Feel Relaxed, Right On the Lake! Booking for the 2025 Season!

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55 Feet of lake frontage right outside the door.  One small step.
New renovation project completed in the Winter of 2017!
2017 Renovation completed!
3-4 car parking
Full size stove, refrigerator, and fully stocked kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 689.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Branchport, NY
  • Keuka Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Keuka Lake State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Keuka College
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Feel Relaxed, Right On the Lake! Booking for the 2025 Season!

The newly renovated Jepsen Heritage Cottage, is located off State Rt. 54A at (formerly 42) 420 Crescent Beach Dr, at the northern end of the West branch of Keuka Lake about 1.5 miles from Branckport and 10 miles from Penn Yan. It is in a quiet family community with both seasonal cottages and year-round homes.
Guests of the cottage will enjoy an unobstructed, picturesque view of the western branch of Keuka Lake from a 2012 rebuilt enclosed porch. This includes a view of Bluff Point and the eastern branch which is nearly 10 miles away. 2017 brought a rebuild of the entrance porch and bathroom areas.

The cottage is situated on a level location from the 4 car parking area on the north, to the cottage, and then gently slopes to the water's edge. There are two small steps to the north entrance and a 2 step entrance to a newly constructed outside deck, on the the west.
The 55 - foot frontage is a fine-pebble beach which provides easy
access to shallow water. This area is perfect for families who desire wading or swimming, or just relaxing with a good book.
The water depth increases very gradually, from approximately 24" at the end of the dock to 4' deep at 130 feet from shore. The buoys mark the drop off to the deeper waters of the lake and are a favorite spot for fishermen from around the world.
Our 80' dock includes a 160' deck with peaceful glider and Adirondack chairs, for a relaxing view of the entire west branch of Keuka Lake.
Inside the buoys is a no-wake zone, giving safe swimming and recreation for families.
Previous guest's comments after staying at the Jepsen Heritage.
'The cottage is so cozy and well equipped!'
'It was just wonderful to wake up in the morning to the lovely view of the lake!'
'Thank you for a wonderful place to vacation. Best view of the lake! This cottage has character, and many comforts. We love it!'
'This is our 6th stay in your cottage...in lovely Keuka Lake, Branchport. The fishing is excellent and we are already making plans to come back!'
'Getting up this morning and hearing the waves hit the shore is the best music ever composed!'
'Being from the city (New York), we absolutely needed this perfect rest, replete with tree frogs and ducks!'
'We have never been to the Finger Lakes before...so glad we came. We
decided that Crescent Beach was the most beautiful place to stay!'
'What a beautiful cottage, we had a wonderful vacation here, and the
shallow water was perfect for our 4 and 2 year olds! We would like to
come back!'
'We had a great time! Highlights of the week included daily walks to the State Park, a hike to the top of Watkins Glen, and lunch on the terrace of Bully Hill! Thanks for a wonderful week!'
And from a younger visitor.... 'At first I was a little mad that we were spending my birthday here. The second I got here though, I changed my mind. I loved it here. The swimming part, the Mercantile, everything was awesome! I really want to return!'
'The new kitchen, porch, and deck are wonderful!'

Property manager

Chris and Joan Johnson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
When accompanied by responsible adults the shallow
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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
Fireworks and Chinese lanterns not allowed

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Branchport

Located in Branchport, this cottage is on the beach. Hunt Country Vineyards and Heron Hill Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Keuka Lake and Keuka Lake State Park. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
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Branchport, NY

What's nearby

  • Keuka Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Keuka Lake State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hunt Country Vineyards - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Keuka College - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market - 22 min drive - 21.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Seneca Farms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Abandon Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keuka Spring Vineyards - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Feel Relaxed, Right On the Lake! Booking for the 2025 Season! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Feel Relaxed, Right On the Lake! Booking for the 2025 Season!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Feel Relaxed, Right On the Lake! Booking for the 2025 Season!?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Feel Relaxed, Right On the Lake! Booking for the 2025 Season! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Branchport cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Keuka Lake and Keuka Lake State Park. Hunt Country Vineyards is 1.6 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

james t.

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

Wonderful

This home was just right for us, it was clean and very nicely decorated. The location was great and the owners were very easy to deal with and very easy to get a hold of.We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

Quiet Escape for 2

Beautiful views, quiet setting, cozy house on the water. This is the perfect place for a quiet escape to recharge, reconnect and just enjoy the moment. Highly recommend this home for your next lake visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith e.

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

Relaxing vacation

Very nice property. Great views. Friendly neighbors. We enjoyed feeding the resident ducks. At night we could relax to the sound of the water lapping at the shore.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery C.

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

Great stay

Nice little cozy place and great location. We loved it. Neighbors were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

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

Cozy

Beautiful spot! The cottage was simple and quaint. The hosts were proactive communicators. The view from the dock was fabulous. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

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

Beautiful cotttage right at the edge of the lake

My sister and I had a wonderful stay at this cottage. We loved the glider at the end of the dock. Spent each afternoon there enjoying the view of the lake. You can walk really far into the lake before getting to the deep part. We had to spend one day inside because of the rain but we sat on the sun porch and were still able to enjoy the view of the lake. There were laminated notes around that we found very helpful, such as how to operate the futons, the tv, etc. and where things were located. Chris and Joan were very nice hosts and got right back to you if you had questions. The neighbors were very friendly and we were grateful to them for their help to us. We will definitely try to go back here for vacation
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Girls weekend

We had a great stay and the hosts were easy to communicate with! We loved the location and the property! Beautiful Lake view too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Great Getaway!!

Nice, clean cottage, great bathroom, perfect location, very nice and responsive owners, highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim d.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay sitting on the dock and touring the wineries. Neighbors were very friendly. The cottage was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha N.

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

Keuka College 40th Class Reunion

This summer home is located close to the lake shore and it is level. It is a very warm, comfortable and inviting atmosphere. It was peaceful and just what we needed. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Christine S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Ok stay for traveling the area

If you're looking to just travel the area, this is an ok place to stay. Very dusty in hard to reach areas that did not agree with my allergies, but this is understandable. Many notes left telling you what you can and cannot do. If you're looking to relax and spend most of your time at the house, my suggestion would be to look elsewhere. Immediately after entering the rental we had the unfortunate meeting with the couple next door, in which we learned very quickly the gentleman would constantly harass us until the end of our trip. Due to the yards being connected and small, there is little room to accompany a group of 5 at the fire pit. Setting up an extra camping chair and a hammock on each side, we were quickly told about the leg of the camping chair being on his property. We respectfully moved the camping chair and apologized as the property line is not very clear and a lot of outside furniture spread througout making it more confusing. During our trip it was very hot and sunny so we attempted to set up shade over the chairs and again were quickly told about the leg of the canopy. Then told he had a camera and we would be watched. We left the home and traveled to stay away. Something we did not want to do, but felt forced. When arriving back, our canopy has been taken down. The confrontations would continue day to day, nitpicking everything. Needless to say, we stayed away from the property as much as possible. We left quickly and early our last day
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S., USA

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

Retreat

Retreat from the rat race of life: •sit and read •row a boat •walk a trail •jump in a lake •enjoy some local vineyards
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

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

Homey and Accessible Lake Retreat

Everything was as I hoped. The house feels old fashioned, but with a new kitchen and bathroom and great accessibility for my sister-in-law, who was recovering from hip surgery. Surprise bonuses were the super nice neighbors and the wildlife refuge adjacent to the neighborhood, that you could explore by boat or on foot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

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

Beautiful, relaxing, and very pleasant to stay ‘on the lake’

It was an excellent place to stay on the lake, you couldn’t get any closer unless you were in the lake! Beautiful views, beautiful rainbows! Very relaxing, refreshing. The hosts/owners were very easy to communicate with, very informative, helpful and pleasant. Very nice neighborhood and friendly neighbors , an easy walk about. An excellent location for kayaks, paddle boards, and boats and other watercraft. We would highly recommend Jepsen Cottage, directly on Lake Keuka!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

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

Keuka Lake Blue Skies

Beautiful Cottage in the Branchport area of Keuka Lake. Very centrally located with quick access to Penn Yan and Wineries on both East and West Side of Keuka Lake. The Sunsets are Magnificent and all the neighbors are friendly. Have to give a shout-out to the Olney Place for the quality of lunch fare, and had a chance meeting with the Icon Hermann J. Wiemer in a wine shop in Penn Yan. Loved my stay in this beautiful cottage and highly recommend Keuka Lake for it’s laidback Vibe 💕🍷
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Girls kayak weekend

The property was beautiful, the view was amazing and the neighbors were very nice and helpful. It is an excellent location for kayaking, checking out the local wineries or just relaxing by the water
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

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

Great time

we had a very good time and love the lake. The place we stayed was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

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

Get away

Very easy to rent. Beautiful location. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gloria H.

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

Great time with Beautiful views !!

We had a great time at the lake house . We took my brother who uses a walker to get around . The property was level and safe for my brother to get around . We definitely want to come back next year !!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric T., Lewiston, New York, United States

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

Beautiful weekend getaway on the lake

This cottage was the perfect weekend getaway for me and my family. Right on the lake, we walked out of our room right to the dock to swim and fish. The owners were great with communications and ensured a smooth stay. Thanks so much for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Clean, Relaxing & Gorgeous View of Keuka Lake

Chris & Joan's place is enchanting. It was exactly what I needed to relax and feel rejuvenated. I've traveled the world, and this was one of my favorite places to stay. On the first night, we watched shooting stars from the dock. On the second night, we had a bonfire next to the water. Everyone slept well and was comfortable. This spot is a gem! I highly recommend this beautiful place. Thanks, Chris & Joan!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Beautiful view

Great cottage on the water with a beautiful view down the west branch of Keuka. Comfortable beds and futon. Easy water access for your bass boat or jet skis at the Branchport park "next door" and walk your kayaks in right at the cottage. Beautiful, spacious, updated bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelci K.

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

Relaxing Girl's Weekend Trip

The property is great. The view from the front bedroom is incredible. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kellee G.

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

Anniversary Get Away

This cottage was immaculate with beautiful views and perfect accommodations for our needs. The host was easy to communicate with and I highly recommend staying here! We absolutely enjoyed the area and the wine!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danny A.

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

Fishing Trip

We had an incredible time staying on Lake Keuka and at this small cottage. The amenities were simple but all that we needed. Our stay there was a blessing and will be remembered for many years to come!! Highly recommended if you’re looking for some peace and quiet on beautiful lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Chris and Joan Johnson

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Chris and Joan Johnson, owners. Both educators for 60 years in Brockport , NY. Joan's parents purchased the family cottage in 1964, where family gathered every summer throughout her childhood. Once it was time to pass the cottage on she and her husband took over responsibility and ownership. In the last few years they have personally enjoyed renovating during school vacations to enhance, yet keep the charm of this lovely vacation home.

Why they chose this property

We were dedicated to keeping this property in the family after our father and mother purchased it in 1964. Many wonderful memories have been made there and many more are to come. Numbers of the same families remain neighbors and great friends from the past decades. It is our oasis, the place we long to be at as much as feasibly possible. For times we cannot be there ourselves, we love to offer it to other families to start to make similar memories of their own.

Languages:

English