Vacation Rentals · South East Seneca

Vacation FLX

Five premier Finger Lakes vacation rentals — the lovingly restored 1810 Vineyard Guest Barn on Seneca Lake and four historic Flatiron lofts in the heart of downtown Watkins Glen.

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Watkins Glen & Hector, NY
5 Rentals · 2 Locations
On the Seneca Lake Wine Trail
Romantic Getaways
Historic & Renovated
Ready to Book? Reserve online at vacationflx.com · Two-night minimum

Vacation FLX

Vacation FLX specializes in romantic Finger Lakes getaways in historic, iconic, and professionally renovated properties. With five beautifully appointed rentals across two coveted locations — downtown Watkins Glen and Hector on the Seneca Lake Wine Trail — there's a stay to match whatever kind of escape you're after.

Explore the region by day — wineries, waterfalls, gorge trails, and the racetrack are all minutes away — then come home to a thoughtfully designed space that helps you wind down and get ready for the next adventure. Every property is stocked with first-class amenities and cared for by a host guests describe as responsive, warm, and detail-obsessed.

Where You'll Stay

Two distinct locations, five one-of-a-kind rentals — a restored 1800s barn on the lake, and a cluster of historic loft apartments right in the village.

The Vineyard Guest Barn — restored 1810 bank barn overlooking Seneca Lake
Hector, NY · On the Wine Trail
The Vineyard Guest Barn
3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 2 Full Kitchens ~2,400 sq ft

A lovingly restored, one-of-a-kind early-1800s three-bay threshing barn with original post-and-beam construction from trees indigenous to the property. Take in Seneca Lake sunsets from the covered deck, gather around the gas firepit, and spread out across three finished levels — including a loft with two twin beds. The most elegant barn stay in the Finger Lakes.

The historic Flatiron Building in downtown Watkins Glen
Downtown Watkins Glen, NY
The Flatiron Building
4 Loft Apartments Walk to Everything Village Location

Four quaint, stylish loft-style guest apartments inside a historic downtown building in the heart of Finger Lakes Wine Country. Be part of the community — restaurants, shops, and tasting rooms are steps from your door, with the lakeside wineries a short drive in either direction. Pick the layout that fits your trip below.

Flatiron One kitchen and dining area

Flatiron One

Southern exposure

Quaint, unique, and stylish loft-style flat with lots of light — a gorgeous downtown apartment.

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Flatiron Two living room

Flatiron Two

2 BR2 BA

A gorgeous two-bed, two-bath apartment in the historic downtown building — room for the group.

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Flatiron Three living room

Flatiron Three

2 BR2 BA

Loft-style two-bed, two-bath with a queen in one room and a double in the other — steps from the village.

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Flatiron Four living room

Flatiron Four

QueenFull kitchen

Light, bright, open-concept living with a full kitchen and a comfortable queen — walk or bike the village.

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What Makes It Special

Romantic Getaways

Thoughtfully designed spaces built for winding down and reconnecting.

Historic Character

An 1810 post-and-beam barn and a landmark downtown Flatiron building.

On the Wine Trail

Seneca Lake wineries on both shores, minutes from every rental.

Walkable Village

Flatiron guests step out into shops, restaurants, and tasting rooms.

Lake & Sunset Views

The barn's covered deck looks out over Seneca Lake and the vineyards.

Top-Rated Host

Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, décor, and quick responses.

What's Included

Full kitchens
Free WiFi
Gas firepit (barn)
Covered lake-view deck
Comfortable, well-dressed beds
Stocked, renovated baths
Smart TVs
Walkable downtown (Flatiron)
Easy online reservations
First-class furnishings
Wine-country location
Two-night-minimum stays

Beyond the Listing

Guests describe the barn as beautifully decorated, spotless, and stocked with everything you need — mornings at the big table with the door open to the breakfast area, evenings playing games and drinking wine at the firepit, all with a lake view. One family called it the nicest place they'd ever stayed, a space you can tell the owners care for deeply.

Downtown at the Flatiron, guests love being able to walk to food and drinks and still reach the wineries on either side of Seneca Lake in minutes — clean, spacious, and well-designed, with a host who checks in to make sure everything's perfect.

— Vacation FLX guests, via Google & Airbnb reviews

Tips for Guests

  • Book directly at vacationflx.com to reserve any of the five rentals — there's a two-night minimum on all stays.
  • Traveling as a group? The Vineyard Guest Barn sleeps the most, with three finished levels, two kitchens, and a loft — ideal for a girls' weekend or two couples.
  • Want to skip the car in the evenings? Choose a Flatiron loft — you can walk to dinner and drinks right in the village of Watkins Glen.
  • Most Seneca Lake wineries close around 5–6 pm — plan tastings for the day and save evenings for the firepit or downtown.
  • Watkins Glen State Park's gorge trail is a must — go early, and check seasonal opening before you visit in shoulder season.
  • Race weekends at Watkins Glen International book up fast — reserve well ahead if your trip lines up with an event.

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