Rates & Policies

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Booking Basics

2026 Rates

Rates & Booking Season

Summer 2027 booking inquiries are open

Weekly Rate $2,400/week
Booking Season June 5 – September 25, 2027
Rental Schedule Saturday to Saturday
Off / Closed Season October – May
Included Linens and cleaning
Bed Tax Additional 4% Yates County Bed Tax
Booking Terms

Deposits, Payment & Cancellation

A security deposit and booking deposit are required at rental time to reserve your stay.

Security Deposit $200.00 USD
Booking Deposit 50% required at rental time
Balance Due 30 days prior to rental
Payment Check or Venmo
Refund Security deposit refunded within 7 days if no damage occurs
Cancellation Refunds depend on whether the property can be rebooked

Policies & Guest Information

If you choose to stay at It Shore Is Nice, we will expect you to abide by the following policies. A complete copy of the “Policies and Guest Information” document will be provided to you with your rental agreement.

Deposits, Payment & Cancellation

Deposit: A security deposit of $200.00 USD and a 50% booking deposit is required at rental time to reserve your stay. The balance is due 30 days prior to rental via mail. Payment can be made by cash or venmo. Your security deposit will be refunded in full within 7 days of your departure barring no damage.

Cancellation Policy: In the event that you may need to cancel your reservation we will refund your money in full less a $100.00 USD booking fee if we are able to rebook the property. If we are unable to rebook the property we will refund 50% of your money.

Schedule, Rates & Bed Tax

Available Schedule: It Shore is Nice is available for weekly rentals only. Weekly rentals arrive @ 4PM on Saturday and depart @ 10AM on Saturday.

Bed Tax: Yates County Bed Tax is collected on the weekly rental rate. A 4% Bed Tax is due to Yates County New York for short term rentals paid by the owners. This will be collected with your payment.

Insurance & Guest Responsibility

Insurance: General liability, property and fire insurance is carried on this property as required. The guest is solely responsible for their possessions, their guests and any injury to themselves and their boat.

Cleaning, Linens & Towels

Cleaning: We clean, disinfect and inspect “It Shore Is Nice” prior to each arrival. Having and maintaining a clean cottage is of the utmost importance to us. The fee for the cleaning service is INCLUDED in your rental fee. Basic cleaning supplies, tools and products are provided in the cottage for your use. You will be started with toilet paper and paper towels for your weekly use.

Linens: Pillows, blankets and comforters and bath towels are INCLUDED, as well as kitchen dishtowels. You are required to bring your own beach towels.

Pets, Occupancy & Parking

Pets: No pets are allowed. Violators of our pet policy may be asked to leave the property without refund.

Occupancy: Our cottage has a MAXIMUM occupancy of 6 persons. Children under the age of three are not included in the occupancy count. If you exceed the stated occupancy at anytime during your stay; we may ask you to leave the property without a refund. Large gatherings or parties are not permitted.

Parking: We have parking for two vehicles only. We do not allow tents, campers, boat trailers or motor homes on our property. There simply is not enough room to accommodate them. Boat trailers are permitted to be parked up on Route 54 in one of the designated parking areas.

Smoking, Courtesy & Cottage Care

Smoking: Smoking is permitted only outside of the cottage for the convenience of all guests.

Courtesy: “It Shore Is Nice” is in a beautiful neighborhood surrounded by other rental cottages and year around family cottages. We expect that you be respectful of the neighbors. Quiet hours should be observed between the hours of 10 PM and 9 AM. Any guest that is disruptive may be asked to leave the premises and if any issues continue we reserve our right to contact the appropriate authorities. We would like to maintain a family-friendly atmosphere for our guests and neighbors alike.

Respect for the Cottage: We lovingly decorate and furnish the cottage with new and antique furniture for appeal. We continue to upgrade and improve each year to keep your rental experience a comfortable one. Please respect the items that have been provided for your use and convenience. Guests are responsible for any major or intentional damage to our cottage.

Telephone, Wireless Access & Safety

Telephone: There is no landline telephone available.

Wireless Access: There is secure wireless access available.

Safety: There are working smoke alarms and CO2 detectors on each level of this cottage for your safety. Fire extinguishers are also available in case of emergency.

Water, Trash & Lake Conditions

Water: Keuka Lake is the source of water for the cottage, and although the water is potable, we suggest bringing bottled water for drinking purposes. Use of lake water for showering or washing dishes should be fine.

Zebra Mussels: These are small shellfish that inhabit some of the local Finger lakes. They group together on rocks and other objects and their shells can be quite sharp. Please wear water shoes while wading in the lake for your own protection.

Trash, Recycle Days: Trash and recycle are picked up weekly on Tuesdays.

Bonfires, Grill & Outdoor Use

Bonfires: Beach bonfires are permitted in the designated fire pit only. Firewood may be provided. Firewood can be purchased in Penn Yan at the local stores. Please NO FIREWORKS – sparklers only.

Propane Grill: A propane grill is provided on the deck outside the kitchen area. A propane tank is provided for your use.

TV, Washer, Dryer & Dehumidifier

TV’s: TV’s are provided for your convenience in both bedrooms of the cottage. Spectrum Cable is provided with a basic channel lineup for your viewing.

Washer and Dryer: These stack-able units are provided for your use during your stay. We request that you hang all beach towels on the deck railings for drying as to keep the electric drying to a minimum.

Dehumidifier: A dehumidifier is provided on the lower level for those days in which the temperature and humidly is very high.

Kayaks, Canoe & Paddle Boards

Kayaks: Two one-person kayaks are provided along with life vests and oars. The user must wear a Coast Guard approved life jacket at all times. Use of the kayaks is done at your own risk and no one less than eighteen (18) years of age may use the kayaks without proper adult supervision.

Canoe: There is a tin canoe available for your use with oars. Life vests are provided and recommended.

Paddle Boards: There is one paddle board available for your use. The law requires you to wear a life vest while paddling around the lake.

Dock & Boat Hoist

Docks: There is a 40′ seasonal wooden dock in the lake.

Boat Hoist: There is a boat hoist available on the dock to accommodate a boat up to 21′. There is no canopy so you will have to cover your boat in inclement weather.

Lake Equipment

Enjoy the Water During Your Stay

Guests are welcome to enjoy the lake equipment provided at the cottage, including kayaks, paddle board, a canoe, seasonal dock, and boat hoist. Please review the outdoor use guidelines before heading out on the water.

Available for Guest Use
  • Two one-person kayaks with life vests and oars
  • One paddle board
  • Tin canoe with oars
  • 40′ seasonal wooden dock
  • Boat hoist for boats up to 21′
Important Lake Notes
  • Water equipment is used at your own risk
  • Coast Guard approved life jackets should be worn as required
  • Guests under 18 must have proper adult supervision
  • Water shoes are recommended due to zebra mussels
  • The boat hoist does not include a canopy, so boats must be covered in inclement weather

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