Charming Seneca Lake Cottage with Panoramic Views 5681 Leidenfrost Adams Road, Hector, NY Welcome to your serene lakefront escape! Nestled on the desirable east side of Seneca Lake, this cozy cottage offers stunning sunsets and sweeping lake views from your private slice of paradise. With direct lakefrontage and a spacious deck just steps from the water, you’ll enjoy everything from peaceful mornings with coffee to evenings around the fire pit. This inviting home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and an open living area designed to bring the outdoors in. Large windows frame the lake, filling the home with natural light and capturing the breathtaking scenery. Located in the heart of Finger Lakes wine country, you're just minutes from award-winning wineries, hiking trails in Watkins Glen State Park, and charming local restaurants. Whether you're seeking a relaxing getaway, vacation rental potential, or a seasonal retreat, this property is ready to help you create lasting memories on the water. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Seneca Lake living — where every day feels like a vacation! Showings begin July 11, with offers to be submitted by July 14.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$1,056Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listing by Vivian Schamel• Keller Williams Realty Southern Tier & Finger Lakes
•607-795-2900 (broker)
•allisondrihmi@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Jason Scarbrough• Warren Real Estate - Watkins Glen
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Market trends in 14841, NY
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-list price
94.5%
+1.5% MoM
Median sale price
$1.6M
$853K MoM
Avg. days on market
32d
14 days MoM
Recently sold homes
2
1 MoM
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Sale history for 5681 Leidenfrost Adams Rd
Date
Event
Price
UNYREIS #R1620946
Sep 23, 2025
Sold
$460,000
$804/sq ft
Jul 16, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 8, 2025
Listed
$468,000
$818/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 19, 2021
Sold
$285,000
$498/sq ft
IBRMLS #403173
Jan 15, 2021
Sold
$285,000
$498/sq ft
Oct 20, 2020
Listed
$285,000
$498/sq ft
UNYREIS #R1302589
Jan 15, 2021
Sold
$185,000
$323/sq ft
Oct 20, 2020
Listed
$285,000
$498/sq ft
Welcome to the Lake! This Seneca Lake Eastside property is ready to move in. This 1954 Cottage is a rare find. It is located in the Wine Region of New York State. Plenty of things to do from this Lake property, visit award-winning wineries and restaurants. 9 miles North of Watkins Glen. Take a Day trip to Visit Ithaca, Corning, and Elmira, all with-in a short drive from here. Always a great day to be at the lake.
IBRMLS #IB403173
Jan 15, 2021
Sold
$285,000
$498/sq ft
Oct 20, 2020
Listed
$285,000
$498/sq ft
UNYREIS #EC260799
Jan 15, 2021
Sold
$285,000
$498/sq ft
Oct 20, 2020
Listed
$285,000
$498/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,093
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2025
$6,093 (+3.0%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2024
$5,915 (+1.4%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2023
$5,834 (+1.6%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2022
$5,744 (+26.4%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2021
$4,543 (−0.2%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2020
$4,551 (+0.3%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2019
$4,536 (−32.3%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2018
$6,700 (+52.5%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2017
$4,394 (+13.3%)
$100,000 + $84,000
$184,000
2016
$3,877 (−1.8%)
$100,000 + $84,000
$184,000
2015
$3,948
$75,000 + $82,000
$157,000
2014
$3,948
$75,000 + $82,000
$157,000
Tax history for 5681 Leidenfrost Adams Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,093
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2025
$6,093 (+3.0%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2024
$5,915 (+1.4%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2023
$5,834 (+1.6%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2022
$5,744 (+26.4%)
$127,000 + $165,000
$292,000
2021
$4,543 (−0.2%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2020
$4,551 (+0.3%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2019
$4,536 (−32.3%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2018
$6,700 (+52.5%)
$112,000 + $85,000
$197,000
2017
$4,394 (+13.3%)
$100,000 + $84,000
$184,000
2016
$3,877 (−1.8%)
$100,000 + $84,000
$184,000
2015
$3,948
$75,000 + $82,000
$157,000
2014
$3,948
$75,000 + $82,000
$157,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
159 ft.
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
572
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Schuyler County
APN
442689A00602000010050000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: No Garage, Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 3
Room Types: Other
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment
Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood, Varies
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Other, See Remarks
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Asphalt, Shingle
Construction Details: Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Gravel Driveway, Propane Tank - Leased
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.18
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Lot Size Dimensions: 50X159
Lot Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Road Frontage Type: Access is Seasonal, Private Road, Right of Way
Is Waterfront
Water Body Name: Seneca Lake
Waterfront Features: Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Dock Access, Lake
Frontage Length: 50
Frontage Length Remarks: 50
Property Information
Has View
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $292,000
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $5,877
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Lake, River
Heating & Cooling
Heating: See Remarks
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $200
Annually
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 572
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Schuyler County
APN: 442689A00602000010050000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Watkins Glen Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 9.5mi
6/10
Watkins Glen Central High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$574,000 – $695,000
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