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Historic Downtown Seneca Falls Apartment

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is $261
$235 nightly
$261 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23

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Seneca Falls, NY
  • Place, It's A Wonderful Life Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, National Women's Hall of Fame
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Women's Rights National Historical Park
    ‪5 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Seneca Falls

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Seneca Falls, within a 10-minute drive of Cayuga Lake and del Lago Resort & Casino. .This apartment is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Seneca Lake and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from It's A Wonderful Life Museum.

What's nearby

  • It's A Wonderful Life Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • National Women's Hall of Fame - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bridge Street Bridge - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Women's Rights National Historical Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sauder's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Connie's Diner - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Historic Downtown Seneca Falls Apartment

Welcome to a one-of-a-kind retreat in the heart of Seneca Falls. This quaint flat blends timeless elegance with modern amenities, offering an unforgettable stay in a setting that feels like stepping into a living piece of art. The perfect place to launch your next wine tasting group!

Step into the past while enjoying modern comforts in this charming two-bedroom apartment, nestled within the historic Gould Swaby Mansion in the heart of Seneca Falls. With its 1800s character, private entrance, and peaceful garden access, this cozy retreat is perfect for travelers seeking a unique stay in a one-of-a-kind setting.

Your reservation is located on the back of the second floor of the mansion up 12 steps, providing a cozy, private and quiet experience.

What You’ll Love About This Space

Elegant Interior Features:
• Two bedrooms with historic furnishings
• Modern tiled shower in a thoughtfully designed bathroom
• A cozy dining nook and compact yet functional kitchen
• Fast fiber-optic WiFi throughout the home

Outdoor Luxury & Relaxation:
• Wrap-around porch with charming brackets, climbing roses & clematis
• A handcrafted hot tub (seats 4-5 - open in June), perfect for a soak under the stars
• A custom-built sauna (seats 3-4 - open in August), ideal for unwinding after a day of exploring
• A beautiful stone fire pit, perfect for cozy evenings with a glass of wine
• Lush gardens surrounding the mansion, creating a serene atmosphere

A Stay Like No Other

Whether you’re visiting Seneca Falls to explore its rich history, the Finger Lakes wine region or simply seeking a peaceful getaway, this flat offers a one-of-a-kind blend of history, artistry and comfort.

Book your stay now and experience a piece of yesterday, today!

Centrally located downtown, The Gould Swaby Mansion is touted as being Seneca Falls’ very own “Old Granville House.” The mansion's prior owner (Amelia Gould Swaby) was a “close personal friend” of Elizabeth Cady Stanton who wrote Susan B. Anthony's speeches and brought the first women's convention to Seneca Falls. It is located across the street from where Alice Paul was in attendance for the ratification of the 19th Amendment and footsteps from a number of the region’s acclaimed wine trails.

The mansion sits on a corner lot with a front, side and back yard alongside an old carriage house. A number of attractions are just steps away including:
-Van Cleef Lake (1 min. walk)
-The Cayuga-Seneca Canal (1 min. walk)
-It's A Wonderful Life Museum (1 min. walk)
-Seneca Museum of Waterways & Industry (4 min. walk)
-Women’s Rights National Historical Park (6 min. walk)
-It's A Wonderful Life Bridge (8 min. walk)
-National Women's Hall of Fame (8 min. walk)
-Ludovico Sculpture Trail (9 min. walk)
-Elizabeth Cady Stanton Home (15 min. walk)
-Canal Locks CS2 & CS3 (19 minute walk)

Or take a short ride out to several top sites in the Finger Lakes including:
-Sauders Store (4 min. drive)
-Cayuga Lake State Park (6 min. walk)
-Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge (7 min. drive)
-The National Memorial Day Museum (7 min. drive)
-Seneca Lake State Park (15 min. drive)
-Finger Lakes Welcome Center (17 min. drive)
-Seward House Museum (19 min. drive)
-Harriet Tubman Home (21 min. drive)
-MacKenzie-Childs Aurora (26 min. drive)
-Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum (39 min. drive)
Finger Lakes National Forest (40 min. drive)

You can eat out (or take out) at one of a dozen enticing restaurants just a few minutes walk, or dine-in and make your own culinary magic! It's your escape, your way.

Distance to Nearby & Larger Cities
-Ithaca (ITH): 45 min.
-Syracuse (SYR): 45 min.
-Rochester (ROC): 45 min.
-Buffalo (BUF): 1h 30 min.
-Binghamton (BGM): 1h 45 min.
-Niagara Falls (IAG): 2h
-Albany (ALB): 2h 45 min. drive
-Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AVP) 2h 45 min.
-Toronto (YYZ): 3h 10 min.
-Ottawa (YOW): 3h 30 min.
-Newark (EWR): 4h 10 min.
-Montreal (YUL): 4h 20 min.
-Philadelphia (PHL): 4h 20 min.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as a hot tub and a sauna.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 400 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Just turn off the lights and we'll take care of the rest :)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Historic Downtown Seneca Falls Apartment Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat & Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a short stay with our dog
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location, beautifully period decorated apartment. Loved all of it! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication - fun space in a historic building and super convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Very quaint property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

keith-libby h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright and clean, bery comfortable, perfect for me and my adult daughter.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karie G.

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

Quaint Historic Apartment

If you're interested in the upper Finger Lakes region and have an interest in historic buildings & sites, this is a great option for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andy p.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay. Close to everything. Great communication with owner. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Mini vacation

Apartment is beautifully furnished and clean. Love the restoration of this old home. Pictures and descriptions are accurate. A fun and charming town very close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely decorated with the 1800's in mind. Quaint, quiet, and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

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

Very fun place

We loved the historical apartment and enjoyed that it was close to the water and downtown area. The owners visited with us when we got there and gave us some recommendations of what to see. They also told us about the history of the house and the town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reagan C.

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

Great place, great style

This was the cutest, most well decorated VRBO we have ever stayed in. Super clean. GREAT location. As fellow restorers of an old house, I would also like to say that they are doing a great job with their restoration.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Apartment was clean, comfortable and we had everything we needed for our brief, one-night stay. John, our host, offered several suggestions on places to go and things to see and do. He was spot on with his recommendations as we took him up on a few of his suggestions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here at this cozy location! It is clean and fit our needs for a place to stay. Pet friendly, which is a major bonus when vacationing, and reasonably priced. The town itself is charming with dog friendly outdoor eating options.The host was easy to get ahold of and was very helpful in recommending places to go. He has notable locations listed already, but he answered our questions.We are hoping to revisit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

KATHERINE S.

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

Nice getaway

We really enjoyed our stay.The apartment is in the center of town and is clean and comfortable. Property Manager was friendly and helpful.A good place to stay for exploring the beautiful Montezuma wildlife refuge and Audubon site.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Perfect overnight stop

This was perfect for our needs. I know the entire home will be adorable when they complete the remaining apartments. The town has so much to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this apartment! It was a little tricky to find everything in the dark. But in the light the next morning we saw the sparkling water outside the kitchen window. It was beautiful. The neighborhood was amazing with lots of things to do and see. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable decor, comfortable beds, nice bathroom all with period fun references. Neighborhood walking distance to all historic parks and Seneca Falls sites. Owner very helpful and kind. They are doing a lot of work on the property which did not interfere with us at all, but it will be exciting to see what more they do with this really cool property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cozy & Walkable Apartment

This apartment is super cozy and so close to downtown Seneca Falls that we were able to walk all over town! John & Sven were so accommodating and helpful. Will definitely stay again if we come back to town!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cute place right in the heart of Seneca Falls. Walking around town is super easy and it’s also great access to the Finger Lakes. The steps up are a little steep and my husband (who is 6’4”) had to watch his head on the steps. This place is beautiful even under construction - I can’t imagine how gorgeous it will be when it’s done!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
VERY cozy but clean. Host very friendly, helpful. Great for a quick overnight. Slept 3 comfortably.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa W.

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

great space with friendly hosts!

Myself and two friends stayed overnight for a board exam. The hosts were very friendly and answered their phones within a timely manner! They greeted us when we got there and made us feel very welcomed. I’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

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

Tourists who love history and historic homes

We enjoyed our stay in this apartment in a historic home. It is under renovation, but no disturbances during our stay. It is cute, and met our needs. We used the kitchen to prepare a light supper and breakfast.Harry was a delight to talk to
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location to the historic section of Seneca Falls was excellent --- within short walking distance. Local restaurants were close by. The home where we stayed was very old and had an interesting history. The renovation of the home was a work-in-progress, but our apartment was finished with everything needed (minus a sitting area). As in any very old home, there are challenges with things such as opening old windows or closing interior doors. But, I would stay there again if I were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

RLynette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prior to booking the property, I had no idea that climbibg so many stairs was necessary, to get into the property. It worked out, though.The host offerred to help with getting us, along with our luggage, etc., upstairs. He was quite amenable and enthusiastic about supplying our every need, as far as household items were concerned. He even offered to mail an item to us, after we left it behind, on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy E.

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

Great location!

Beautiful historic home near downtown Seneca Falls and the Women’s Rights Historical Park. 2 comfortable bedrooms, kitchen, & bath. It is an upstairs apartment, so know you’ll need to carry your stuff up a set of stairs. Sven graciously carried ours up as we are ladies of an advanced age. John and Sven are very friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024