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Nestled in the heart of Montour Falls, NY, The Cook Mansion offers a historic retreat with 6 spacious bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. Enjoy fully equipped kitchen amenities like stoves and dishwashers, unwind in the sitting room or living room, or savor views of SheQuaGa Falls from within this Nationally Historic mansion.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 16446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Nationally Historic Cook Mansion in Montour Falls, NY

  • The Cook Mansion is a Nationally Historic Brink 5800 Square Foot Mansion built in 1873. It borders the Beautiful SheQuaGa Falls in the center or Montour Falls, NY. It has 6 Bedrooms and 6.5 Bathrooms available for guest to stay in. 4 Bedrooms have King Beds and 2 have 2 Queen Beds each in them. There is also 2 twin size cots available for use in any room. 1 King Bedroom is downstairs and the remaining 5 Bedrooms are upstairs, each with their own bathrooms. Downstairs there is a very large kitchen fully equipped for renters use with 2 stoves, 2 dishwashers, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, toaster, dinnerware, drinking glasses, pots and pans. There is also a laundry room with 2 washing machines and 2 dryers. Also downstairs is a Sitting Room, Living Room, and 2 connected Dining rooms able to sit 20 people in the 2 combined rooms. There is gorgeous views of the SheQuaGa waterfall from the interior of Cook Mansion. Guests really enjoy staying at Cook Mansion built by Elbert W. Cook in 1873, and we hope you have the opportunity if you are vacationing in the area to be able to enjoy a great family or friends gathering at Cook Mansion together.
    Please note we do not allow weddings on the property, parties on the property, pet on the property or smoking in the house. Thank you for respecting that.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

We need to stay allergy free for all of our guests. No Pets and No Smoking. No exceptions. Weddings and parties are not permitted on the property.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montour Falls is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Watkins Glen State Park and Seneca Lake. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Watkins Glen International, or consider a night out at Two Goats Brewing. Visit our Montour Falls travel guide
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Montour Falls, NY

What's nearby

  • A canyon with a waterfall and a river.
    Watkins Glen State Park
    4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Montour Falls Historic District
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Montour Falls Memorial Library
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • She-Qa-Ga Falls
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eagle Cliff Falls
    3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Chemung County Transportation Center
    28 min drive
  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    4 min drive
  • Blue Ribbon Diner
    11 min walk
  • Dunkin'
    4 min drive
  • Holy Cow Meat Market & Deli
    4 min drive
  • Art & Nancy's
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nationally Historic Cook Mansion in Montour Falls, NY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nationally Historic Cook Mansion in Montour Falls, NY?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Nationally Historic Cook Mansion in Montour Falls, NY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nationally Historic Cook Mansion in Montour Falls, NY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nationally Historic Cook Mansion in Montour Falls, NY located?

Situated in Montour Falls, this holiday home is steps from Montour Falls Historic District and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Watkins Glen State Park. She-Qa-Ga Falls and Montour Falls Memorial Library are just steps away.

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Nationally Historic Cook Mansion in Montour Falls, NY Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay - so much space to spread out and having a bathroom in every bedroom was such a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hoy D.

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

Cook Mansion

Excellent place. Comfortable, clean and warm. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Vina P.

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

Very well maintained, beautiful house, love it 😍

We were 14 adults, we alol really enjoyed our stay at Cook Mention. It was excellent house, exactly as shown on website. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Abbie C.

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

Perfect house and location!

Our group of 8 women stayed at Cook Mansion for the Seneca 7 relay. The house was beautiful and perfect for our needs. We loved having the waterfall in the backyard and used the large kitchen and dining areas for breakfasts and dinners. The bedrooms were large and the beds were comfortable. We all agreed it was a fantastic stay and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia H.

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

perfect winter weekend

We were looking for a comfortable and convenient place to help my mom celebrate her 89th birthday. We found it here! Several common spaces for conversation, puzzles and meals, many lovely bedrooms with very comfy beds and the kitchen was massive, well fitted out, and perfect for communal meal preparation. Our host was very accommodating about arrivals and the location was perfect for poking around Watkins Glen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

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

Destination half marathon house near Corning NY

This was a great house for 12 adults to share. The kitchen was spacious and the dining areas accommodated our group. We enjoyed the town and it was an easy drive to the bus pickup location for the half marathon. A good time was had by all!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

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

Finger Lakes Mansion

Cook Mansion was just perfect for our large group of 11. Beautiful old house with large bedrooms and every couple had their own attached bathroom. Huge fully stocked kitchen, two dining rooms and nice parlor were all great places to gather. Hosts were very attentive to our needs. Highly recommend the hike along the falls in nearby Watkins Glen State Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

George R.

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

Labor Day

Wonderful place the views are great and the house is comfortable. Could use better shower heads
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

International bridge outing

The Cooks Mansion exceeded our expectations! 8 of us senior gals meeting from far and wide to enjoy the property, bridge, and some wine. Also got some hiking in. Thanks Casey!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

monique r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay at Cooks Mansion.

The inside was clean and very large. Perfect for group's. Definitely a little spooky vibe and a waterfall on the property so super unique. The outside of the property seems to be negated. Dirty, spider webs etc. Needs some love. But overall great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

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

Annual Girls Weekend

We have been doing an annual ladies weekend to the finger lakes for the last 10 years. We have stayed at various hotels, and rental houses over the years. We first stayed at Cook's Mansion in Montour Falls last year and loved it so much we rented it again for this year. Being ofoo the Southern tip of Seneca lake it is centrally located to Seneca, Keuka, and Cayuga lakes. The huge kitchen is wonderful as a central hub to cook and hang out together. Plenty of seating for sit down dining is available. We appreciate every bedroom having it's own bathroom as it makes it so much easier and quicker for everyone to get ready for the day. Bonus of it all is the waterfall basically in the back yard! We can't wait to stay again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

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

Perfect size & location

The size and location of this mansion was the perfect fit for our family. My husband and I rented this home for 3 of our sons/daughter-in-laws & 4 grandkids. We had a total of 12 at the home. We spent a long weekend exploring Watkins Glen & Ithaca. Our mornings were made easier in the large kitchen with 2 stoves. We loved the fact that each family had their own bathrooms for privacy. We made good use of the table space playing games and building 2 large puzzles. We had a wonderful stay and would recommend this property for large extended families or friend groups. We also enjoyed reading the history of the mansion and seeing the photos of previous owners. Thank you for allowing us to stay at the mansion.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is perfect location loaded with amenities. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy Z.

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Beautiful setting
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee Z.

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Wonderful stay and wonderful host. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing space to enjoy with dear friends, to cook, to laugh, to be outside on the fabulous grounds and plenty of spaces for a quiet chat or a full group meal.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the moment you enter, the Cook Mansion is amazing! Equipped with anything you could possibly need! The owner was so easy to get in touch with. There were twelve of us and we all had such a great time! I would definitely go back. Next time in the spring or fall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the Cook mansion. Quiet street, just steps away from the falls. The kitchen was well equipped and the house was large enough to spread out. Beds were comfortable and had plenty of extra blankets. We definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was amazing. She replied quickly to our question. Our place was immaculate and we had everything we needed. 5-star plus
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, clean and wellStocked. Love it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, a ton of character, a mix of old and new.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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Friends February getaway

We had a great time in Montour Falls with our stay at The Cook Mansion. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well set up for large family group, well appointed kitchen, the hosts were very easy to deal with, quick response to needs. We loved our stay here for our family reunion, it's difficult to find a space each year that can accommodate our large family so well. As a bonus- we enjoyed the waterfall and the close proximity to our niece who hosted the 4th party.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

PAT S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent for large groups of people! So nice that each bedroom has it's own bathroom. Beautiful kitchen with everything you need. Very convenient location to get around the area. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025