Historic Champlin House at Keuka Lake

Bring the whole family to stay in this beautifully restored historical home while enjoying easy access to Keuka Lake and the adorable village square. Stroll two minutes to the beach, shop at the grocery next door, or make a short drive to numerous wineries, distilleries and breweries. You get the best of both - lake life and walkability to all the village nightlife and conveniences. See why Hammondsport was named America's Coolest Small Town by Budget Travel Magazine.

Soak in the history and charm of Hammondsport and Keuka Lake in this beautiful 6 bedroom, 5 bath home listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Champlin House is the perfect base to explore the Finger Lakes and wine trail.

This house is located at the edge of the adorable town square and one block from Keuka Lake. Everything you need is within walking distance. Bring the whole gang to experience small town USA. With over 4600sqft, there’s plenty of space!

This refurbished home offers an abundant, well-appointed kitchen with a huge center island. The game room behind the kitchen has a fooseball table. Just off the butler’s pantry, there is a 1/2 bathroom as you walk towards the formal dining room. The two- first floor living rooms are separated by a beautiful staircase and French doors. Play a tune on the piano as you make your way out to 300 square foot 19th Century Grand Porch.

The first-floor bedroom features a queen-sized bed, desk, tv, ensuite bathroom with safety bar tub/shower combo, and walk-in closet. This area also has a hall that can be partially closed off for more privacy.

The second level boasts 4 large bedrooms, 3 baths and a laundry room. The master suite features a king-sized bed, beautiful windows, walk-in closet, jetted tub and shower.

The third floor offers lots of extra space and is an area kids will love. There are 4 twin beds and plenty of space to play, stretch and enjoy a bird’s eye view.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed w/ bath (1st floor)

Bedroom 2: King Bed master bath

Bedroom 3: Queen Bed w/ bath

Bedroom 4: King Bed

Bedroom 5: Full Bed

Bedroom 6 (Attic): 4 Twin Beds

For even larger groups, the Carriage House over the garage can be added on, featuring a queen bed, bathroom and kitchenette. Please see our other listing for availability.

THE AREA: Champlin House is in the heart of the Finger Lakes at the base of arguably the best lake, Keuka Lake. Walk to the beach (with seasonal lifeguards) at Depot Park, rent kayaks, jet skis or SUP boards at nearby Champlin Beach. Enjoy all the restaurants, bars, shops, pharmacy, yoga and large grocery just a few steps away in the village square. The impressive library is next door with a full calendar of events.

You’re a short drive from numerous wineries, distilleries, breweries, hiking trails, waterfalls, as well as the reknowned Glenn Curtiss Aviation Museum and The Finger Lakes Boating Museum. Check out the events calendars of all these places to see what’s going on during your stay.

Worth a longer drive, Watkins Glen State Park, Watkins Glen International Race Track and Montour Falls are about 35 mins away, as well as the Corning Museum of Glass. For our winter wonderland seekers, Bristol Mountain Ski Resort is 40 minutes away. 

NEARBY WINERIES: 

Keuka Lake Vineyards

Point of the Bluff Vineyards

Living Roots Finger Lakes Winery

Heron Hill Winery

Weis Vineyards

Domaine Leseurre Winery

Divided Sky Vineyard

Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery

Bully Hill Vineyards

NEARBY BREWERIES:

Finger Lakes Beer Company

The Brewery of Broken Dreams

Keuka Brewing Co.

Steuben Brewing Company 

NEARBY DISTILLERIES:

Birdseye Hollow Farm and Distillery

Barrelhouse 6 Distillery

Krooked Tusker Distillery 

Other details:

Ample driveway parking (minus one spot designated to the Carriage House rental)

Keyless entry

Outdoor security cameras

Grill

Firepit

Outdoor seating- 2 porches and a patio

PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU BOOK YOUR STAY:

This home has been beautifully restored and meticulously maintained. We are excited to share this piece of history with our guests. We expect our guests to treat this home with the care and respect its history deserves. If you have particularly rowdy or destructive children (or adults!) in your group, this is NOT the house for you. We also do not allow parties. There are beautiful original details to be mindful of - stained glass, pocket doors, glass cabinets, french doors, woodwork, etc. 

Absolutely NO Bacehlor or Bachelorette groups allowed.

The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.

FOR THE HISTORY BUFFS:

The Champlin House was once owned by Charles Davenport Champlin. In 1860, Mr. Champlin started Pleasant Valley Wine Company, the very first winery in the Finger Lakes region! Not only is it the oldest winery in the region, it was the first winery to be bonded by the government after prohibition. It's also the only winery allowed to call its bubbly champagne. It still stands today, two miles south of the Village of Hammondsport, but unfortunately closed its tasting room in fall 2025.

You will have access to the entire house and outdoor spaces. The Carriage House over the garage is a separate rental unit, which includes one dedicated driveway space.

I'm happy to help with any questions or issues. Please send a message.

No parties allowed.

Absolutely NO bachelor/bachelorette groups allowed.

Please note, there is NO street parking in the village from December-April to aid with snow removal.