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Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Branchport, NY
  • Keuka Lake
    1 min walk
  • Hunt Country Vineyards
    3 min drive
  • Keuka Lake State Park
    3 min drive

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About the area

Branchport

At this holiday home you'll be steps from Keuka Lake and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Hunt Country Vineyards. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a TV are also available. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Branchport holiday home include Keuka Lake State Park and Keuka College.

What's nearby

  • Keuka Lake - 1 min walk
  • Hunt Country Vineyards - 3 min drive
  • Keuka Lake State Park - 3 min drive
  • Keuka College - 8 min drive
  • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seneca Farms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Abandon Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Olney Place - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Rooster Hill Vineyards - ‬20 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.

Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath

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

  • Spa 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

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

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a living room.

What makes Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private patios all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath.

Is there a private hot tub at Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

No, Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

No, pets are not allowed.

Pleasant Bay Retreat | 3 Bed, 2 Bath 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

Richard S.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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., Aspers

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Maria T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

6/10 Okay

Freddy W.

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

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Matthew J., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect, Secluded Location / Minor Fixes Needed
This Keuka Lake property is as advertised! BIG and BRIGHT living area, great DOCK for boating, kayaking, etc., and a large lakefront DECK off the back of the house. The beds were large kings and very COMFORTABLE. Keuka Lake was so empty and quiet the week of June 14-21, it felt like it was PRIVATE! The location near the marina was concerning at first, but turned out to be NO ISSUE at all. (We even rented a boat next door!) This home was CLEAN and SPACIOUS with a well-stocked kitchen, towels, sheets, and tons of outdoor amenities like inflatable boats, citronella candles, deck chairs, etc. 10 people fit comfortably. Our only issue was that some of the appliances need fixing. The ice maker was frozen. The dishwasher leaked. Our biggest issue was that we booked this house specifically for the available hot tub, but it did not work. According to the owner, the tub was "fried" the previous week during a power surge and was supposed to be fixed near the beginning of our stay... but it never was. The owner did offer a partial refund, which was appreciated, however I believe I should have been alerted to this the week prior to our stay, so we could have had the opportunity to book a new property if we wanted. However, this did not distract much from a fantastic week and I recommend this home to future travelers!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

4/10 Poor

Brianna E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Absolutely filthy
My family stays at rental homes quite a bit. Unfortunately, we cut our stay short because we couldn’t handle the filth one more day. The house was covered in dust, cobwebs, and dead bugs. We had to clean all the floors and surfaces upon arrival at the house. Our rags were black. There were cobwebs around all of the furniture and around the perimeter of all the rooms. The property does have high ceilings but the ceilings were caked in cobwebs and the fans were caked in dust, as were the very reachable bathroom vents. This showed neglect far beyond just a few months. Additionally, the main floor toilet was disgusting and had to be cleaned. Outside, the furniture was filthy and we couldnt even sit on the porch. As for the chairs on the pier...they are flaking paint so bad that you can’t sit on them without being covered in tiny paint particles. I did not notify anyone during our stay because there was no acceptable way To rectify the situation (we weren’t going to have someone come in and clean while there, especially when it would just be the same people that already did a poor job). When I did reach out after the fact to warn the manager, I was told that their cleaning supervisor assured them it was in great condition and that I needed to provide proof. I was not seeking any sort of refund, just trying to let people know how disgusting the house was so they could rectify it before the next guest. Only people who don’t mind existing in filth should rent this house. Otherwise, it has a great location, amenities and floor plan.

10/10 Excellent

Dominique W.

Liked: Cleanliness
So Beautiful!!
We had an amazing time! The house was beautiful, clean and the pictures did not lie! I will definitely stay again! Joleen was so helpful whenever I needed her.. Just amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020