Helvetia House

Rating 4.4 (7 Guest Reviews)
Bedroom 4 bedrooms
Bathroom 3 full baths
Bathroom 1 half baths
Guests 8 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed

  • Lake: Keuka Lake
  • Location: Lakeside
  • Peak Check In: Saturday
  • Square Feet: 2188

Location Location

Description Description

Welcome to Keuka Lake! Helvetia House is a home rich in history and full of charm. Located in Keuka Village, the home offers breathtaking lake views and is just steps away from the Switzerland Inn and the Keg and Barrel, two local favorites. 

This vintage home has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths making it great for entertaining family and friends. You will notice a well-appointed kitchen, spacious dining room, and great room opening to a charming covered porch with amazing lake views.

During your stay at Helvetia House, you will find reminders of when this home was a hotel in the early 1900s. The bedrooms feature original room numbers and open transoms to allow for natural light and airflow. The historical touches continue with a seasonal sleeping porch overlooking the water. Helvetia House is also home to the original Keuka Yacht Club Bar that is situated in the lower level. Outside, the views of the bluff are nothing short of incredible. A level grassy yard and natural beach provide plenty of room for fun. After you experience a famous Keuka Lake sunset, enjoy the fire pit and roast s'mores. The home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, with the lake drive providing a perfect spot for walking, running or biking.

If you want to explore all that Keuka has to offer, Helvetia House is conveniently located to hiking, golfing, wineries, and museums. The nearby village of Hammondsport, recently voted “America’s Coolest Small Town”, provides even more dining and shopping options. This is truly a one of a kind property! Call and make your reservation today!

*Your safety is important to us! There is one exterior security camera on the property. It does not face any interior living spaces.

Occupancy: This property is closely monitored for responsible renting.  The maximum occupancy of each home is the number of guests allowed on the premises at any given time.  This includes both day and overnight guests. 

Note: 
1. Smoking is not allowed in any rental property. This includes vaping and e-cigarettes. 
2. Homes are not handicap accessible, unless stated in the description.
3. Air conditioning is not available unless listed as an amenity. If available, air conditioning is considered a seasonal amenity and is only available May 15 - October 15.
4. Where pets are allowed it is indicated. Otherwise, pets are not allowed. Homes are not guaranteed allergen-free, even those that do not allow pets.
5. Docking capabilities may vary based on current water levels. Docking is not guaranteed if water levels are low and/or high due to seasonal weather and climate changes.
6. Outdoor amenities, including furniture, watercraft and firepit are not available between October 15 - May 15.


Property Details Property Details
  • Boat Lift: None
  • Lake Frontage: 60' (Natural)
  • Nearest Launch: Keuka Village
  • Vehicle Parking: 3 Spaces
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Dock:
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Slope of Lot: Level
  • Steps to Beach: 0 From Lower Level Door
  • Stairs to Property: 3
  • Water Source: Well

Bed and Bath Bed and Bath
  • Bedroom 1 - King - Second Floor
  • Bedroom 2 - Bunk Bed Double and Single - Second Floor
  • Bedroom 3 - Queen - Second Floor
  • Bedroom 4 - Queen - Second Floor
  • Sleeping Porch - Twin Single (2) - Second Floor
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet,Combo Tub Shower - Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 - Toilet,Shower - Second Floor
  • Bathroom 3 - Toilet,Shower - Lake Level
  • Bathroom 4 - Toilet - Entry Level

Amenities 16 Amenities
  • Air Conditioning (Window A/C Unit)
  • Arrival Day Saturday
  • BBQ - Propane
  • Boat Cleats or Tie-Off
  • Boat Lift (None)
  • Dishwasher
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Fire Pit
  • Foosball
  • Heating
  • Internet (Wireless)
  • Linens provided
  • Minimum Age Limit (25)
  • Non-motorized watercraft (3 Adult Kayaks & 1 Child Kayak)
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Towels provided

Reviews Rating 4.4 (7) Reviews
Rating 5
August 2024
We enjoyed our week here (although there were a couple of cool, rainy days). What a beautiful cottage and setting! We look forward to returning
Glenn N - Stay Date: 8/17/2024
Rating 5
The home and location were perfect for our family and we were so grateful to stay there, extremely memorable!!!
Sue - Stay Date: 7/13/2024
Rating 5
Excellent
Family of 7 ranging in age 13 to 80 loved the Helevita House! It had everything we needed and walking distance to The Switz. Neighbors were very friendly and helpful too! Would rent again!!
G. S - Stay Date: 7/1/2023
Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental. We are thrilled to see that you enjoyed a wonderful stay with us! Please come and stay with us again soon!
Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 6/3/2024
Rating 1
Unusable
The house had a terrible septic odor that showed up a few days after we arrived. The deck was unusable on account of the odor. We limited our showers, and the use of the dishwasher but this did not help. A neighbor and a woman walking on the street also commented on the odor. We do not recommend this property at all.
Anne T from Bellevue Washington - Stay Date: 8/7/2021

Thank you very much for taking the time to rate your experience at our rental and for calling into our office about your concerns with the septic system. We had a septic vendor go out to this rental to inspect the septic to make sure everything was in working order. The vendor said there wasn't anything wrong with the system. He did inform us that the wind was blowing across the aeration system vents just right and when that happens it can be smelly.  I hope that you will consider staying with us again so that we can have another chance to provide you with a superior experience.

Finger Lakes Premier Properties staff
Posted: 9/10/2021
Rating 5

This was a very easy way to have a vacation!

Daniel K from Vestal, New York - Stay Date: 8/29/2020
Rating 5

This was a perfect place for family to gather. The house had a great deal of space. It also had an amazing front porch. The location on the lake is beautiful.

Mary S from Lima, New York - Stay Date: 7/4/2020
Rating 5
August 2019 Stay

Helvetia house was one of our favorite houses that we’ve rented over the years- cool historical property, so comfortable for our large party, lots of nooks and crannies for people to relax in, appreciated the kayaks. Nice level lakefront and beach, perfect for launching sailboards. Loved the updated old rooms upstairs- still with hotel room numbers, beds very comfortable and room AC units kept upstairs cool. We just loved this house!

Judy K - Stay Date:
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