Total Relaxation in a Picturesque Village Setting, Minutes From All Attractions.

Montour Falls house rental - The House - artistic rendition
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps6
  • 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bath
Rates (USD)
Per property (USD)
  • Per night $125 - $199
  • Per week $895 - $1,149
Description House, 3000 sq. ft.

John Pulos

Speaks English

Telephone: 607 535-4257

Alternate Phone: 315 345-7255

Photos and Description of the Montour Falls vacation house rental
3 Bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, 1 half bathroom, sleeps 6.

This beautiful home, built in the mid-1850's, is located in the charming village of Montour Falls. The property is just minutes from Seneca Lake, award winning wineries, and the renowned Watkins Glen International race track. The falling waters from the famed Che-qua-ga falls can be heard from the home's beautifully manicured grounds and in-ground pool area. The home has a fully stocked, large kitchen, a laundry, is high speed wireless, has a gas grill, and is a short walk to the village. We supply linens, towels, bedding, and many suggestions to make your stay enjoyable. We are less than a half hour drive from Elmira, Corning, Ithaca, and Hammondsport. The owners own a catering business and are available to prepare special dining experiences for you. Special packages are available that include gourmet meals, sailing, wine tours, and special lady outings.

Montour Falls house rental - The House - artistic rendition

The House - artistic rendition

Montour Falls house rental - Nearby Che-qua-ga Falls

Nearby Che-qua-ga Falls

Montour Falls house rental - Montour Falls from the top of Che-qua-ga Falls

Montour Falls from the top of Che-qua-ga Falls

Montour Falls house rental - Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Montour Falls house rental - Secluded pool

Secluded pool

Montour Falls house rental - Comfortable Garden Room

Comfortable Garden Room

Montour Falls house rental - 'Grandma's' Garden

'Grandma's' Garden

Montour Falls house rental - Living Room

Living Room

Montour Falls house rental - Screened front porch

Screened front porch

Montour Falls house rental - Formal Dining Room

Formal Dining Room

Montour Falls house rental - Retro Tropical Bedroom

Retro Tropical Bedroom

Montour Falls house rental - Working Bedroom

Working Bedroom

Location: Upstate New York < New York < USA

Nearest Airport : Elmira at 15 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 3 Miles
Car: not necessary

We are located 3 miles from Seneca Lake and downtown Watkins Glen. We are ten minutes from Watkins Glen International and 20 minutes from the famed Corning Glass Center. Montour Falls is 90 miles south of both Syracue and Rochester and 80 miles north of Binghamton. New York City is 4 1/2 hours away.

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Availability Calendar

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Feb 8, 2012
Changeover Day: negotiable
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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Montour Falls, New York

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
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Summer May 1 2012 Sep 15 2012 $1,149 $169 $385 $199 - - - 3 Nights
Autumn Sep 16 2012 Oct 31 2012 $995 $159 $365 $189 - - - 3 Nights
Off Nov 1 2012 Apr 30 2013 $895 $125 $295 $150 - - - 2 Nights

Additional information about rental rates

  • Security Deposit: $250
  • Security Deposit will be returned, after the house is checked, at time of departure. There is no tax if your length of stay is one week or more.
  • We expect the house to be left in the condition that it was when you arrived. The kitchen, furniture, pool area and all other parts of the house and grounds should be left in the same condition as they were found. We do not expect you to run the vacuum, dust, or wash your sheets and towels. The cleaning fee ($150) will cover this service.

Fees

Tax Rate:
12.0%
Cleaning:
$150

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Montour Falls, New York

Property Type:
  • house

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Floor Area:
  • 3000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • village
  • lake

Theme:
  • tourist attractions
  • away from it all

General:
  • laundry soap
  • linens provided
  • local activities guide
  • toilet paper
  • massage
  • private chef
  • towels provided
  • ceiling fans
  • hair dryer
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • restaurant dining guide
  • alarm clock
  • paper towels

Kitchen:
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • kitchenette
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • blender
  • coffee grinder
  • spices
  • oven
  • stove top burners
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • cooking utensils
  • ice maker
  • dish washer
  • lobster pot
  • grill

Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • comfy seating for 8 people

Dining:
  • dining room
  • seating for 10 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet

Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 King
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Double
  • The bedrooms all have cable TV and air conditioning. Each is high speed internet read.
Entertainment:
  • audio tape player
  • TV
  • stereo system
  • video library
  • radio
  • books
  • DVD
  • books adult
  • satellite or cable
  • VCR
  • music library

Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access

Outside:
  • screened porch/lanai
  • outdoor grill
  • car
  • parking on street
  • garden
  • barbecue
  • patio stone/concrete
  • balcony
  • 12 garden chairs

Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool

Suitability:
  • non smoking only
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets not allowed

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach towels
  • cooler large

Attractions:
  • museums
  • library
  • recreation center
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • marina
  • winery tours
  • playground
  • live theater
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • antiquing
  • outlet shopping
  • horseback riding
  • bird watching
  • sledding
  • eco tourism
  • walking
  • paddle boating
  • sight seeing
  • scenic drives

Notes: We generally accept children 12 and above. We can discuss younger children.

Further details for this vacation house rental in Montour Falls, New York

Local Knowledge:

The property is now known as Rosemary's Legacy, after the former owner who took care of her family and gracious home for over 60 years. For well over 50 years, the family owned the area's most popular landmark restaurant, and as such, are certainly not strangers to the hospitality industry. Rosemary's husband was the mayor of the village, the democratic chairman of the county, and the longtime chairman of the board of the nearby hospital. The road leading to the hospital now bears his name. One of the owners of this property has been a lifelong resident of the village. The owners of Rosemary's Legacy literally know everyone in the area; with their huge contact base, they are able to make your stay most enjoyable. The Watkins Glen and Seneca Lake area are famed throughout the world. There is much to do for a family or for those looking for a romantic, peaceful getaway. The home is impeccably decorated, scrupulously clean, and is truly your home away from home.

Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website:

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Montour Falls, New York

Total Relaxation in a Picturesque Village Setting, Minutes From All Attractions.
average rating of 5.0 based on 8 reviews
business
Total Relaxation in a Picturesque Village Setting, Minutes From All Attractions.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p234284
607-535-4257
Montour Falls Seneca Lake
Lake Ariel, PA
5

Fantastic!!!!

Review Submitted: September 30, 2009 Date of Stay: September 2009
This was a great house in a great location. The owner was very helpful, as this was our first time in town. The house was so beautiful, charming, and every other nice adjective you can think of! We will definitely be staying here on our return trips to Seneca Lake.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We thank Pattik for the kind words. Maryalice and I always try to go the extra mile to make not only Rosemary's Legacy a home away from home, but our entire village and area your home town away from home.
Rating
5 out of 5
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Total Relaxation in a Picturesque Village Setting, Minutes From All Attractions.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p234284
607-535-4257
Montour Falls Seneca Lake
5

Fantastic Vacation Holm Family;Edinburgh;Scotland

Review Submitted: September 4, 2011 Date of Stay: August 2011
Having read the previous reviews it is hard to think of anything not already said. We had a fantastic time here after a hectic week doing the sights in NYC. We also messed John and Maryalice about with our "Dinner for Two" booking,and also a winery tour and golf game were cancelled and re-booked when we had friends unexpectedly visit, but nothing was too much trouble.We have given John and Maryalice fair warning- - - we will be returning to Rosemarys Legacy- - - and we can't wait !
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
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Total Relaxation in a Picturesque Village Setting, Minutes From All Attractions.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p234284
607-535-4257
Montour Falls Seneca Lake
Buffalo
5

Too good to be true

Review Submitted: March 17, 2011 Date of Stay: March 2011
We recently visited the Finger Lakes from the Buffalo area. We came during the week to avoid any weekend crowds at the wineries. My husband found Rosemary's Legacy on a wine country site. We linked to the Rosemary's Legacy web page and fell in love with the house. The price was perfect (we understand that it is more in the summer, but still is reasonable). We booked the Romancing the Falls Package. It included breakfast each morning, a gourmet dinner, and wine and local cheese on arrival -- AND this wonderful home. It is the former home of the owner's parents - where he grew up. His mother, Rosemary, could have been an interior designer, but was a 50's and 60's stay-at-home mom. Every corner of the house is special. John's two breakfasts were incredible. Fresh fruit, cheddar cheese biscuits one morning, and fresh strawberry muffins the next. Blueberry French toast and a sausage fritata were the two day entrees. The dinner was the highlight of the trip. We ha ve always enjoyed fine dining. This was the finest in our 10 years of marriage. Sauteed fresh Maryland lump crabcakes with lemon aioli, grilled romaine hearts with blue cheese and pickled onions, filets with stout pan sauce, and the best tiramisu we have ever had. John's wife, Maryalice, helped serving the dinner - she was marvelous. The table was set with fine linens, unique silverware, and many candles. John takes care of the house, the property and the cooking. He used to own a local restaurant and could easily open a fine dining one in Buffalo and sell out every night. He knows everyone. He mapped out our winery stops - someone from each winery knew him and took very special care of us. We even stopped at a clothing store in Watkins Glen and they knew him there, too. It was the most amazing two days that we have had in years. We have already booked for the summer, so we can use the pool and have dinner next to it.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
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Total Relaxation in a Picturesque Village Setting, Minutes From All Attractions.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p234284
607-535-4257
Montour Falls Seneca Lake
Portland, CT USA
5

Rosemary's Legacy: a destination vacation

Review Submitted: August 24, 2010 Date of Stay: August 2010
We just returned from several (although not enough!) days in Montour Falls, NY, at Rosemary's Legacy. The other reviews are spot on. We felt as though John and Mary Alice were friends via email and telephone even before we arrived. The house, in John's family for 60+ years, is lovely. Many family mementos, collectibles, and antiques are part of the decor. The gentle color scheme adds to the peace and quiet of the area. The porch off the master bedroom, the first floor porch, and especially the Garden Room all give opportunity for reading, snacking, or other wise relaxing and enjoying the breezes if you don't wish to go outdoors. Outdoors are the gardens and the pool. John served the most delicious dinner poolside for us one night. He takes special care to determine food likes, dislikes, and allergies and will offer sample menus. We asked him to select the menu and he did so with a gourmet chef's flair. He is most happy to share his ingredient list with you if you are interested. My husband and I have very high expectations for our meals and John surpassed them all. The warmth and graciousness of John and his wife, Mary Alice, are unmatched. Again, it is as if we were conversing and laughing with old friends. As hosts, they are not at all intrusive, but if you need help or advice, they are right there with answers. John grew up in the area and it seems that not only is he a true font of information on all the good things to see and do, but also anyone in the area that we spoke with knew and had high praise for John and Mary Alice as their Montour Falls neighbor.

The house has a full, big kitchen and even a complete laundry area available for guests. There is cable-vision, but we spent so much time reading the wonderful books there that we forgot to watch TV! All rooms are very generously sized. This stay certainly turned out to be so much more delightful than I had anticipated (my husband's engineering conference) that we are planning to/can't wait to return this Fall and in the future.

P.S. We had left a guide book for t he area at the house; John did not simply mail the book to us - knowing that we were planning to stop at the Watkins Glen library, he tracked us down and returned the book personally. That is the sort of kindness, caring, and devotion to his guests you can expect at Rosemary's Legacy.e
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
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Total Relaxation in a Picturesque Village Setting, Minutes From All Attractions.
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607-535-4257
Montour Falls Seneca Lake
Ireland
5

USA Experience

Review Submitted: August 4, 2010 Date of Stay: July 2010
Our family enjoyed a wonderful two weeks at Rosemary's Legacy after spending a few nights in Manhattan. It was lovely to be able to relax and eat when we wanted to... sleep when we wanted to... and of course the pool was where the boys spent a lot of their time!

It was lovely to stay in a home with all its photos and memories rather than a regular holiday rental. John & Mary Alice the owners live right next door. John would call over in the mornings to check the pool and if we needed any information he was always more than helpful - from telling us the best places to eat or to shop to finding out about a Rodeo for us!

We really enjoyed exploring the area around Lake Seneca from the amazing number of wineries to the lovely towns - we especially liked Geneva - the Outlet Mall just a few miles from there is well worth a visit for the dedicated shopper. We also ventured further Up State to Niagra which ended up being a long day but well worth the drive.

All in all we had a great time at Rosemary's Legacy - there is plenty to explore in the area but the house and garden are also really enjoyable for relaxing. John is great host and he cooks delicious food. Fantastic holiday!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
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