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Stumble Beach - Quiet & Private 2-Acre Retreat on Lake Ontario

Stumble Beach - Quiet & Private 2-Acre Retreat on Lake Ontario

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Cottage driveway and entrance way.
The cottage faces north and looks out upon Lake Ontario.
Guests are welcome to use the kayaks.
There is seating for 6 on the deck.
Deck and Great Room at night.

Overview of Stumble Beach - Quiet & Private 2-Acre Retreat on Lake Ontario

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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Pultneyville, NY
  • Popular LocationB. Forman Park16 min walk
  • Popular LocationSodus Bay Lighthouse Museum21 min drive
  • Popular LocationSodus Point Beach Park22 min drive
  • AirportRochester, NY (ROC-Greater Rochester Intl.)43 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Great Room & Dining Room

Loft Bedroom

Main Floor Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 (Loft)

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2 (Main Floor)

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stumble Beach - Quiet & Private 2-Acre Retreat on Lake Ontario

This bungalow cottage and property are ideal for individuals or families seeking a private and quiet setting and who enjoy being close to nature. A gradual 160-foot-wide stony beach provides easy access to Lake Ontario for swimming, snorkeling, rafting or launching kayaks & canoes. (Larger water craft, e.g., jet skis or boats can be launched at the nearby marinas or state boat ramps.) Adjacent to the beach is a large 60 x 100 ft lawn that’s perfect for kicking the soccer ball, tossing the baseball, or just relaxing on the lounge chairs in the sun as you watch the occasional boat or birds pass by. Enjoy spectacular sunsets as you roast marshmallows on a beach bonfire while your kids play on the swing set or catch frogs in the nearby pond.

The cottage, which is a fully-furnished classic A-Frame bungalow built in 1995, is nestled in the woods and opens up to the beach via an enchanting footpath. It features a unique architecture, upstairs loft bedroom and first floor bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, kitchen, great room and a 24 x 16 ft elevated deck which provides impressive views of the beach front and Lake Ontario.

The 20-foot-high great room and bedrooms are kept cool on summer nights with ceiling fans and whole-house heat pump. Prepare food at the gas grill on the deck, or at the lake using the charcoal grill. The loft bedroom has a queen size bed and single-size murphy bed, and the main floor bedroom has an adjustable queen and narrow murphy bed. When the pullout sofa is used, the bungalow can comfortably sleep 8 guests. The kitchen is fully equipped with utensils, dinnerware, cookware, cutlery and table condiments.

This bungalow is "Alexa enabled", meaning Amazon Echo Dots are located in the bedrooms and great room, and can optionally be used to control room lighting, HVAC, play games, get the weather, or play virtually any song you've ever heard that was published & released (over 70+ million songs!).

The owner will happily provide you with a demo and list of commands on how to use Alexa. But if you're not comfortable with home automation devices like Alexa, we can easily unplug them during your stay. Alexa is an optional accessory to make your stay more enjoyable and eliminate having to bring CDs or other media. All new guests are greeted by the owner when they arrive and are given an overview of the bungalow’s interior features, and a tour of the property.

During the summer of 2020 (due to the Covid-19 pandemic), both the Loft and main- floor bedrooms were upgraded so that they can be quickly reconfigured into study areas and work-from-home offices. (E.g. the "loft bedroom" can be converted into a "loft office", by stowing the murphy bed back into the wall, and by opening the wall-mounted collapsible office desk.) The Roku-enabled streaming TVs in each bedroom also double as secondary computer monitors so that school-age children can continue their remote learning, or, so that adults can conveniently work-from-home and stay as connected to the office as they choose via tools like Zoom and WebEx. WiFi is available throughout the bungalow and on the deck too, which can double as an outdoor office.

Guests are welcome to use our two sit-on-top kayaks, floats, and other water toys during their stay.

If you're into astronomy, use our telescope and binoculars to study the moon and star constellations. On clear nights, you'll be able to see many earth-orbiting satellites (about 1 to 3 every 10 minutes). And If you time your visit just right, you'll even be able to spot the International Space Station - ISS as it passes by 250 miles (400 km) overhead or the Space X satellite train.

This property is located on a private gravel lane about 2 miles from Pultneyville, 6 miles from Williamson, 7 miles from Sodus Point, and 25 miles from Rochester. The gravel driveway can easily accommodate up to 6 cars.

Property manager

Tom Kolankiewicz

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets will be checked with a flea comb on arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you need a cottage for a wedding reception, graduation party, or other social event, PLEASE DON'T RENT THIS COTTAGE.
For guests wishing to bring their pet … please review the Rental Agreement, Pet Addendum (pg 3). Please describe your dog's breed, age, and weight.
Although the cottage gets annual pest control, it is located in the woods, so expect an occasional bug inside the cottage. Bug spray is available.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Pultneyville

Located in Williamson, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum and Book of Mormon Publication Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wayne County Fairgrounds and Seabreeze Amusement Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pultneyville, NY

What's nearby

  • B. Forman Park - 16 min walk
  • Sodus Bay Lighthouse Museum - 21 min drive
  • Sodus Point Beach Park - 22 min drive
  • Seabreeze Amusement Park - 34 min drive
  • Sodus Bay - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yia Yia's Ice Cream Shoppe - 8 min drive
  • Pultneyville Coffee & Deli - 1 min walk
  • Copper Ale House - 7 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 13 min drive
  • Burger King - 7 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great visit!
We stayed here last year, and when we saw that Tom's place was right in the path of totality for the solar eclipse, we knew it'd be the perfect place to enjoy it! Tom was wonderful to accommodate us so early in the season, and just as last year, the stay was perfect. Every detail of the house is geared toward comfort and ease of use, and THE VIEW of Lake Ontario right in the backyard is so wonderful and calming. We thought the place was perfect last year, but we were blown away to see he'd made a number of improvements, based on guest feedback, including new indoor and outdoor lighting. We also had a BLAST with the rock painting! The location is perfect if you want to just have a relaxing cottage getaway, but there are also tons of places to hike and explore nearby, and there are lots of breweries and wineries in the area. It also gets the dog seal of approval! Our dog has joined us on both visits, and she always has a great stay exploring the grounds with us and relaxing in the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin E., Slatington PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
November Holiday at the Lake
Wonderful house and property! The owner has thought of everything! Smart home with all the perks to be comfortable and warm. We experienced the "November Winds" and never had issues with heat or power. We cooked while there and the kitchen has very nice sets of pots, pans, knives, etc. Our 12-year old daughter enjoyed painting rocks from the beach. Comfortable beds and high quality linens and towels. Also, really nice that the owner has lights on the path to the beach. We were able to walk our dogs at night with no issues. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time is a charm!
This is our family’s third stay at Stumble Beach, and we anticipate more in the future. Our host Tom continues to make us feel as if the house and property are ours for our entire stay. He tries to anticipate what we might need and always seeks our input for suggested improvements for the future. As in the prior reviews, I want to let potential visitors that the beach itself has stones that make it difficult to balance. There’s lots of green space by the beach, but if guests have limited mobility or are elderly, it will be difficult to navigate the stones to get to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
This property is amazing and the pictures don't do it justice. It's close to little towns and stores and an easy drive to the larger areas. Yet, it is remote enough to sit back and enjoy the beauty of the area while feeling like you're alone is a small piece of paradise. A short stroll down a truly magical (and well maintained) path will take you right to the rocky shore of Lake Ontario as well as a small pond that will make you feel like you're in a fairy tale. The beds were comfortable and teperature control in the house was as easy as telling Alexa to change it. The extra heaters in the downstairs bedroom and bathroom were a plus when it got a bit chilly on the rainy nights. Verizon and AT&T recepton was not an issue but the home WiFi seemed to work fine. The Roku TVs in each of the bedrooms (and the main room) allowed to for a great selection of entertainment when settling in for the night. The owner (Tom) will not only give you a tour of the property but make sure you're all set with the many features of the home. He is easy to contact with any questions. We were only there for a short time but already hope to return next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique property with all the amenities!
The A-frame cottage is really charming, nestled in the woods far away from the main road. The owner has thoughtfully provided all the amenities you may need during your stay, and we di take advantage of most of them. The little details - like outlets near the beds, flashlights near the door and binoculars near the deck - really helped make the stay very stress-free and relaxing. The deck was a perfect size for us, and had a lovely view of Lake Ontario, framed by the trees surrounding the pathway to the lakefront yard area. We enjoyed sitting out on the lounge chairs by the water, taking in the waves and watching the occasional osprey or heron fly by.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tom Kolankiewicz

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As an avid wood worker, hiker, ornithologist, options trader, and life-long learner … I thoroughly enjoy meeting new (and repeat) guests. My mission is to help you determine whether Stumble Beach is a good fit for your vacationing needs, and if it is, to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Why they chose this property

Construction of this A-Frame cottage was begun by the owner with help from family, friends, and a few sub-contractors in 1994. Two and one-half years later, we christened the cottage with our first Labor Day party. The owner and his family have spent many wonderful spring, summer, and autumn days enjoying the flora and fauna of the property. You'll likely see quite a variety of wild animals during your stay, including: red fox, deer, raccoon, turtles and rabbits to name a few. Native bird species include: humming birds, wood peckers, nut hatches, robins, cardinals, owls, ducks, geese, sea gulls, great blue heron, and even bald eagles.

Lake Ontario with its 50-mile width and 190-mile length, has an infinite number of hues and textures that will catch your eye from dawn to dusk. The wave action on the shoreline is more frequent than what you'll find on the Atlantic or Pacific coasts of North America. If you enjoy stargazing, then you'll be impressed as the Big Dipper plants itself in the sky directly over the beach throughout the summer months.

What makes this property unique

Snorkeling in Lake Ontario is a real treat with visibility around 50 ft with a good diving mask. If a summer storm rolls in from the West, the lake transforms itself from a placid friend into an angry old man with its 4-foot-high waves. Mother Nature unleashed!

Guests are welcome to use our two sit-on-top kayaks, floats, and other water toys during their stay.

If you're into astronomy, use our telescope and binoculars to study the moon and star constellations. On nights when the cloud cover is low, you'll be able to see many earth orbiting satellites (about 1 or 2 every 10 minutes). And If you time your visit just right, you'll even be able to spot the International Space Station - ISS as it passes by 250 miles (400 km) overhead.
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