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“QKA Retreat” on Keuka Lake

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Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Penn Yan, NY
  • Keuka College
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Keuka Lake Outlet Trail
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

“QKA Retreat” on Keuka Lake

**Summer 2024 is fully booked** A renters dream! Located close to the Village of Penn Yan and right in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath lake house makes for the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Great for families to rent with plenty of relaxing activities close by. Located on the east lake side, you’re within walking distance to a local park, close proximity to the movie theater and bowling alley just in case a rainy day keeps you from the lake, or stay inside and enjoy the family board games. A large deck for dinners and entertaining includes two electric retractable awnings making it the perfect spot to watch the beautiful Keuka sunsets. Your own private dock to go fishing, two kayaks provided for exploring the lake and a fire pit for smores filled evenings.

Looking to get out for a bit? The Keuka Wine Trail is a must and Seneca Lake is just quick drive from the house. The Village of Penn Yan offers coffee shops, local shops, bistros, bars and breweries, etc. Lakeside Country Club is right nearby as well.

On site laundry is provided, plenty of closet space in the house along with ample parking (which is hard to come by on the lake!). Note, two full baths, one with a shower and a tub in another. The house is “all-seasons”, connected to city water with forced air heating and air conditioning.

On a personal note, this isn't our fulltime job. We are 2 working parents to 2 young kids with the hope when we retire we can be at the lake more permanently. We do utilize the house for personal use throughout the year. We attempt each year to make updates to the house to allow for a positive renter's experience. Some highlights for 2023 and 2024 include the following: extended the dock which includes an end "patio", replaced large outdoor dining table which increased capacity from 6 to 8 people, updated grill, purchase new bedding and towels, replaced indoor rug, replaced kitchen items and purchased new AC units for 2 bedrooms.

Sorry, no pets! No smoking in the house! Minimum age to rent: 30 years old. Dock and AC in all rooms is guaranteed to be in Memorial Day - Labor Day.

Please feel free to ask any questions!

Property manager

Laurie Quackenbush Roney

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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
No smoking inside. Clean up outside smoking.

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penn Yan

Located in Penn Yan, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Torrey Ridge Winery and Hunt Country Vineyards 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.
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Penn Yan, NY

What's nearby

  • Arts Center of Yates County - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Keuka College - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Keuka Lake Outlet Trail - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Keuka Lake State Park - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Seneca Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Abandon Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Keuka Spring Vineyards - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “QKA Retreat” on Keuka Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “QKA Retreat” on Keuka Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “QKA Retreat” on Keuka Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “QKA Retreat” on Keuka Lake located?

This family-friendly Penn Yan holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Keuka Lake and Arts Center of Yates County. Oliver House Museum is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

Great place with many amenities. Clean and great location on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

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

Great stay!

Perfect location. Clean, roomy, comfortable for our party of 7!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Girls weekend

Beautiful house, beautiful views, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Short Fall getaway

This property was perfect for 4 adults. Lakefront with beautiful views of Keuka (QKA) Lake. Neighbors were very friendly and helpful about the area, especially suggesting wineries. The Host, Laurie, was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay. We will definitely go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry C., Buchanan, MI

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

Great Deck

The views from the deck were awesome and Kueka Lake is the best. The house was great and the location in relation to the area was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L., Arcade

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

Great girls getaway

Wonderful time with wonderful friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April H.

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

Wonderful place to stay by the lake!

My family and I stayed here at our first lake house rental, and I was very pleased with our stay. Laurie was quick to respond to questions, the rental was clean and had provided everything we needed. Comfortable beds as well. Would recommend staying at Laurie’s place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett D.

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

Greta time!!

Perfect location and just the right size for my families guys weekend. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

Family Gathering

The Kiera Lake home was clean, spacious and welcoming to my five siblings and me. Can’t say enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Campbell Hall, ny

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

Best place on Keuka Lake

We love this house for our stay in the finger lakes. Laurie has everything you need for a great vacation. This was our second time here and it is just beautiful. The view is spectacular! The deck is a great place to hang out and enjoy wine and cheese while playing games with our friends. This house is spotless and We will absolutely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale Z.

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

Water Falls, Wine Tasting, Whiskey and Water !

Very nice place on the lake! Close to town and marina which makes it so easy to get a meal, supplies or a boat rental. The house is nice and had everything we needed. We used the paddleboat and kayaks. Visited Keuka Spring Vineyards and local waterfaills (Watkins Glen and Taughannock are must sees). Thanks Laurie for a nice lodging option! Dale
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Huge deck!

This was the perfect place: spacious, sunny cheerful, and peaceful. Close enough to town, which took the stress out of shopping for the week. And the lake is, well, it’s just special. We loved the huge deck, where friends and their kids could hang with us for swimming, dining, or just enjoying the view. The short kayak trip to the nearby bird sanctuary was also a sweet surprise.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

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

Great location!

Everything was great! Easy communication with host. Very clean. Kitchen was well stocked with necessities. Cable would have been nice. Not a fan of the fire stick. We kept very busy. The location was close to lots of activities. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa A.

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

Kicking off Summer on Keuka Lk

This lovely home has everything for a relaxing week on the water. Great outdoor areas where we spent as much time as possible. Grandkids loved catching bass, sunfish, bluegill, turtles, and crayfish! One of the nicest, sturdiest docks I’ve seen. Also loved being able to safely walk into town each morning. Sweet memories for our family. Thank you Laurie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S., Easton, PA 18045

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

Fabulous Home!

We stayed in this wonderful house for a ladies weekend … we are all 60+ years old . We had such a wonderful time, the view is amazing and plenty of space for all 8 of us. We cannot say enough about how wonderful this home is . Laurie was so nice and. She even checked in with me to be sure all was going well for us! We have already booked for next year! Thank you Laurie!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly D.

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

Just what we needed!

Much needed getaway with amazing views of Keuka Lake and sunsets. Very clean, freshly painted and nicely decorated with comfortable beds! The house has everything you need. We had unusually high temps near 90 for early June, so the only suggestion we might have is a window air conditioner for upstairs, but a fan was available. We loved the use of kayaks and the fire pit by the water. Definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

A NY Thanksgiving from TX

We are repeat visitors, but this time we brought our whole family. Communication was simple, check in and check out procedures were clear, the house is adorable, and clean. Our stay was the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Another great weekend

We rented for a 2nd yr in a row. Awesome weather for the last weekend of Oct. Great times and great memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginny T.

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

Wonderful Lakeside Stay

This was the perfect place for a finger lakes getaway. We had everything we needed and there was plenty of room for five. The lakeside porch provided fantastic views of the lake and the sunset/s were spectacular. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Campbell Hall, ny

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

Perfect place!

This home is perfect! On the water, clean and beautiful! We can’t say enough about how great this was to accommodate 4 long time friends. We had plenty of room and relaxed on the beautiful large deck too. Laurie was easy to communicate with and has everything you need for an amazing vacation. I will definitely look to stay at Laurie’s place again when visiting the finger lakes again. Thank you Laurie!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Lake Keuka visit

We had a great time! Property was clean and well maintained. The view of the Lake and Sunset was spectacular! Laurie was a great host! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen and Jason O.

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

Our stay

It was a wonderful place to stay. Beautiful scenery. Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

September Stay

Great place to vacation !
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

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

Keuka Lake House

Our family enjoyed our stay at this lake side property. Each morning we were able to enjoy coffee on the deck that overlooked the lake. Our stay was quiet and peaceful. The property came with access to 2 kayaks and a paddle boat. We had plenty of space indoor for our family to enjoy games and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brit T.

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

Great trip

Great property, our families had so much fun! The house accommodations were wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laurie Quackenbush Roney

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