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Al's Creekside Cottage in the Finger Lakes

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Montour Falls, NY
  • Popular LocationWatkins Glen State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSeneca Harbor8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWatkins Glen International11 min drive
  • AirportElmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)26 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Al's Creekside Cottage in the Finger Lakes

Updated for 2023! Comfortable cottage nestled alongside a fishable creek in the Finger Lakes area. Just a five minute drive to Finger Lakes Wine Trail, Watkins Glen International Speedway, the Glen State Park. Fully appointed with comfortable sleeping, full kitchen, free coffee, a fire pit in the backyard with free firewood. New Queen-size bed, new carpets and new plank flooring in the kitchen. Pets are allowed with an added pet fee. Come and RELAX!

Property manager

Dale Stevens

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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

About the neighborhood

Montour Falls

Located in Montour Falls, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The Tasting Room and Seneca Harbor 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 Connecticut Hill Wildlife Management Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • She-Qa-Ga Falls - 5 min drive
  • Watkins Glen State Park - 8 min drive
  • Seneca Harbor - 8 min drive
  • Watkins Glen Beach - 9 min drive
  • Watkins Glen International - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Chemung County Transportation Center - 28 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dandy Mini Marts - 6 min drive
  • Burger King - 7 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive
  • Jerlando's Pizza - 8 min drive
  • Kookalaroc’s Bar & Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Al's Creekside Cottage in the Finger Lakes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Al's Creekside Cottage in the Finger Lakes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Al's Creekside Cottage in the Finger Lakes?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Al's Creekside Cottage in the Finger Lakes located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Eagle Cliff Falls, Montour Falls Memorial Library, and She-Qa-Ga Falls. Schuyler Hospital is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property on the creek
Comfy and cozy needs dressers for each bedroom waterfall at the end of the street was spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice cottage near the end of a quiet road with a waterfall at the end of the road and a creek behind the house. There was a nice deck, grill and fire pit, but the weather and other activities we had planned did not allow us the time to use them. There are 2 bedrooms at opposite sides of the cottage with beautiful quilts on each bed. Nice touch with a bowl of candy on the dining table. We would definitely stay there again, and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended stay at Al’s Cabin
Location was < 2 miles south of downtown Watkins Glen so very convenient to everything. Maybe 12 minutes to WGI. House was older, but everything worked. Proud owner who took care of any issues and decorated for the season. Also a bit of racing motif with checkered curtains and pics of past races so if you’re a race fan, its cool. Upon arrival music playing and a dish of candy awaited. Very quiet location with popular scenic falls two lots away. Nice backyard with stream running through and fire pit with plenty of wood and starting fluid. Many other properties supply 8-10 pieces of wood and then you need to buy more. We had multiple fires and there was still plenty of wood remaining. Probably not an issue for weekend guests, but for those staying a while there is no washer or dryer or dishwasher. Laundromat is only about 1/2 mile away though. Microbrew less than 1/2 mile and two more on main street. One bathroom as advertised, but only one door. The door from the kitchen has only a curtain. For a couple or maybe family with a child or two ok, but not for sharing. Only one ac in the living room so expect the back bedroom could be warm on the hot summer nights. Probably not many of those and there is a floor fan. Nice dining room and pretty much fully equipped kitchen. We cooked and ate many meals here & found it comfortable. Working vacation so dining room also doubled as work area. Internet was fine. No issues with zoom calls or connectivity during the stay.
Stayed 56 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, clean and perfectly situated
We had a lovely time staying here with me, my husband, my daughter and our pup. The property is beautiful— backs up to a creek and there are two trails nearly where you can walk to waterfalls. So close to wineries and Watkins Glenn, and the owners are super responsive and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Loved our time at this cottage. Comfortable beds, very clean and tons of amenities. We were able to explore Lake Seneca and Keuka easily from here. Quiet neighborhood too! We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location
Came up for a race at WGI with my wife and 6 year old and couldn't of picked a better spot. Don't think I ever drove more than 10 minutes between downtown Watkins Glen, the track, and Seneca Lake. My son fell in love with the creek waterfalls and swimming hole that were right in the backyard. Inside could use a little updating but still a very comfy warm place to spend time with the family and enjoy the beautiful surrounding area. Property manager was also incredibly accommodating and communicative. Answered all our questions instantly. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Very clean. Very good location, with easy access to wine country locations and Watkins Glen State Park. Has almost everything you could possibly need from toiletries to cooking utensils. Mattresses were adequate. Had a couple of minor issues that needed attention, which the property manager took care of immediately. Very pleased with that. Area was nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

BARBARA, Punta Gorda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The house was in a quiet neighborhood just a short walk to a small waterfall. The house is older but was very clean. Everything was provided for a nice stay including paper plates, paper towels etc. A bonus is that the house is on a creek and had a fire pit. The only negative was that the mattresses need to be updated to better quality and if possible queen size for larger people. Overall though, a very nice house with window air conditioning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Meghan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A work in progress
With the understanding that this is a new listing and presumably a work in progress: Glows: clean, private, quiet, adequate space, bathroom, hot water, pet friendly, fire pit Grows: needs new mattresses and sheets, consistent cooling throughout, operational wifi, spigot/hose to put out campfire
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022