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Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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Located on Lake Ontario in Rochester, New York, this beautiful home offers a luxurious retreat. Relax on the 14' x 24' deck or private beach and enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets with lake views from both floors. The spacious kitchen is fully equipped for meal prep, while the living room provides comfortable seating for relaxation or entertainment.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk

Thank you for considering our home for your next vacation or event in Rochester, New York. Our beautiful home is located on Lake Ontario on Rochester's "Secret Sidewalk." The sidewalk which is in front of our home leads you on a short walk directly to Ontario Beach Park, the Port of Rochester Marina, the famous Abbott's Custard Ice Cream store, and some of Rochester's best restaurants! Our home features all the luxuries and amenities one could imagine and was completely remodeled in 2019. Enjoy the huge14' x 24' deck and private beach right on Lake Ontario to relax, watch the spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and access the lake to take a swim.
Our 1750 square foot home has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with an open floor plan and a two-car garage. There is a spectacular view of the lake from both floors. The kitchen is spacious with a full-sized refrigerator, gas stove and oven, microwave, and many small kitchen appliances. The kitchen is also fully equipped with dishes, cutlery, utensils, pots and pans, a toaster, and a coffee maker. The living room has a beautiful sectional for comfortable seating while reading, watching television, entertaining, or simply relaxing. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed with a deck that provides you with a fabulous view of the lake. The second bedroom has a full-sized bed and also has a full view of the lake. The third bedroom is very large and has a queen-sized bed and desk. All three bedrooms have ample closet and drawer space for your use. The first-floor laundry has a full-sized washer and dryer. Wi-Fi and cable television are also included.
Golfers can enjoy Lake Shore Country Club which is located exactly one mile from our home.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Our home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Parties and events are NOT allowed without the express consent of the owner.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk Rochester
Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

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Rochester, NY

What's nearby

  • Ontario Beach Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Charlotte Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Genesee River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lakeshore Hockey Arena - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Rochester Station - 16 min drive
  • Greater Rochester Intl. Airport (ROC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bill Gray's Port Of Rochester - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Abbott's Frozen Custard - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪O'Loughlin's Silk Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Vine &Tap - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Schooners Riverside Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk located?

Nestled on the beach, this Charlotte vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Ontario and Ontario Beach Park. Genesee River and Charlotte Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Lake House on Rochester's Secret Sidewalk Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a gem on the lake. Very well kept and well maintained. Beautiful spot on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect. Very clean, has everything you need, location and view are spectacular!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay! Thank you Johnny!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful! Very well appointed kitchen, all the amenities you could want in a vacation rental. The views can’t be beat! Loved the proximity to the public beach, playground, splash pad, and Abbot’s - while remaining a very peaceful retreat. It was a great place to stay for our family with four young children, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location!

Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secret Sidewalk Lake House is an Authentic Gem

Johnny was extremely accommodating and helped make our family reunion wonderful.The house itself is beautiful both inside and outside; posted pictures were accurate.The house was equipped with everything we needed. Even the neighbors were kind and wonderful. If you have small children, Ontario State Beach Park has a beautiful playground and carousal that is just a short walk from the house. Our grandson loved it there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nila i.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay. The home was beautiful and there was so much to do in the local area!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful week on beautiful lake Ontario in a five star home. We enjoyed swimming, fishing, long walks on the secret sidewalk down to Ontario Beach Park. This home is has anything and everything you could need for a memorable vacation. We enjoyed the local restaurants but also loved cooking at home and relaxing with family. The deck, porch and balcony were our favorite spots to watch the ever changing lake, clouds and sky. Sunrise was very special. Historic Schooners arrived for Labor Day Weekend providing beautiful scenes including many sailboats joining them out on the lake. We can not say enough about a wonderful host who was easy to communicate with and was extremely helpful. Will remember the views and great times spent with family in a beautiful relaxing home on spectacular gem of Lake Ontario.Hope we can return to enjoy this special place on secret sidewalk again. Thank you for sharing your home . We had for such a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect House for Us!

The house was perfect for our weekend trip! Great location with beautiful views of the lake. The house has everything you need and the owner is very easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home and View!

We absolutely loved the home, view, and amenities. The host was very kind and responsive. The view is spectacular and the home was very clean. We look forward to staying there again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

Love the property. Beautiful view! Want to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Didn’t want to leave

Second time staying here. Quiet, well maintained,and great location. Nothing to complain about
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Abby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We’ll be back!

Such a great time- the beach, the weather and the beautiful views of the lake! Can’t wait to come back! The Bock Family
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

We had an amazing time. The house was perfect. It was spotless and anything we could’ve possibly needed was available. Great communication with the host. We will definitely look forward to going back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Perfect

We enjoyed our stay at this house immensely. It was clean and well stocked. The location was amazing. Property manager was helpful. There is tons of stuff you can walk to. Great VRBO. Can’t wait to come back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We were traveled to Rochester for a swim meet. The home was beautiful. Location and view was amazing. Although the weather was crazy, the lake view and sounds were awesome. I would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Abby B., Buffalo Grove, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

We can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramona m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In town for a wedding

I loved this property. The sunrises were breathtaking and the host was quick to reply.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquline U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem

This is one of our very favorite rentals, and we rent often. The location can't be beat, the house is updated and has all one would wish, and the owner is available if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elinor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The house is on a beautiful spot right on Lake Ontario. A comfortable family retreat with well equipped kitchen , comfy beds and clean. We enjoyed sitting on the porch. walks on the secret sidewalk, to the park and the pier and a few restaurants. Host is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views and location.

We absolutely loved our stay here. This was probably the best stocked rental home I've ever stayed in and i travel often. Bedrooms have an amazing view of the lake. Beds were very comfy and everything was so clean. The house was very cozy with a beautiful backyard and deck. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rochester visit

Great time visiting family, house well equipped, garage parking a plus and great location. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty B., Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Best equipped vacation rental we have ever stayed in! Had everything we could possibly need. The beds were very comfortable as well as the living room and dining room furniture. The house is in a beautiful location, and very convenient for getting around town. We would love to bring our family back again next May!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect September week on Lake Ontario

Johnny and his family provided us with a beautiful house and location. We were thrilled to have such a well-equipped kitchen to cook in and enjoy time with family and friends in the area. We were also very grateful for the welcome gift! This is a dream house and location. We cannot wait to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On the lake in wonderful house

Our group of 3 couples thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend in this house. The view of the lake is magnificent and the lake is literally right there. The house was super clean and well stocked without any clutter. It was a delightful time and I hope to return. No problems whatsoever.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024