This beautifully maintained Seneca Lake cottage is the ultimate lakefront escape—fully updated, thoughtfully designed, and just minutes from Watkins Glen and the world-class Seneca Lake Wine Trail.
The main home offers open-concept living with sun-drenched interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sweeping lake views. A modern kitchen with butcher block counters flows effortlessly into the dining and living areas, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or quiet relaxation. Warm wood ceilings and cozy nooks bring rustic charm, while updated baths and finishes provide modern comfort and true move-in ease. Upstairs, the serene primary suite is a peaceful retreat with panoramic lake views, a walk-in closet, and a stylish half bath. Step outside to enjoy expansive decks and a rare flat grassy lawn—ideal for lawn games, evening fires, or simply soaking in the view. Just steps away, the detached guest house offers incredible flexibility with its own full bath, kitchenette, sitting area, and sleeping space—perfect for hosting guests, long-term stays, or creating your own private studio or office. Thoughtful extras like a cargo lift, generous parking, two docks, and a covered boat lift make lake life effortless. Mature landscaping, a dedicated workshop space, and multiple outdoor gathering areas complete the package. With a blend of timeless charm and modern updates, this turnkey property is a rare opportunity to enjoy effortless lakefront living in one of the Finger Lakes' most sought-after locations.
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$709,500
4170 Oak Cliff Rd, Rock Stream, NY 14878
2beds
1,311sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.7 Acres Lot
$709,700 Zestimate®
$541/sqft
$2,603 Estimated rent
Home value
$709,700
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,603/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 16, 2026 at 10:42am
Listed by:
Karen Hollands 607-351-1823,
Howard Hanna S Tier Inc
Bought with:
Nicole LaGreca, 10401396459
Finger Lakes Premier Prop.
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: R1612226
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of Realtors
Originating MLS: Ithaca Board of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 16.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 9.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 9.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 19.00
Heating
- Other, See Remarks, Stove, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Sliding Glass Door(s), Natural Woodwork, Workshop
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,311
- Total interior livable area: 1,311 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Porch
- Exterior features: Deck, Dock, Gravel Driveway, See Remarks
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access, Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Dock Access, Lake
- Body of water: Seneca Lake
- Frontage length: 101
Lot
- Size: 0.70 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 307
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 44328904300700010090000000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing, PEX Plumbing
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Holding Tank, Septic Tank
- Water: Lake, River
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rock Stream
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $709,500-5.4%$541/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Pending sale | $749,900$572/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Contingent | $749,900$572/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,900-3.2%$572/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Contingent | $775,000$591/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $370,000 +44.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $256,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $256,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 14878
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Watkins Glen Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 4.6 mi
- 5/10Watkins Glen Central High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Dundee
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.