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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Interior

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor space

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Seneca Falls, NY
  • It's A Wonderful Life Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Women's Rights National Historical Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cayuga Lake State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Historic Downtown Seneca Falls Apartment

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (19)
The price is €175
for 1 apartment
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Historic Downtown Seneca Falls Apartment

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Grand Historic Downtown Apartment

Welcome to a one-of-a-kind retreat in the heart of Seneca Falls. This stunning suite blends timeless elegance with modern luxury, 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 spacious retreat is perfect for travelers seeking a unique stay in a one-of-a-kind setting.

Your reservation is located on the third floor of the mansion, providing a spacious, private and tasteful experience.

What You’ll Love About This Space:

Elegant Interior Features:
-Two bedrooms with historic furnishings
-Modern tiled shower in a thoughtfully designed bathroom
-Open concept kitchen/dining/living room with a large island
-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 suite 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)
-Del Lago Resort & Casino (9 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.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from It's A Wonderful Life Museum. Features include a hot tub and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a fireplace are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with fireplace, balcony, and refrigerator
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts and a sauna
  • Steps from It's A Wonderful Life Museum and Seneca Museum of Waterways and Industry
This apartment offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. This apartment also features a garden and laundry facilities.

This Seneca Falls apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Sven

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet 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.
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis

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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 20
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Grand Historic Downtown Apartment Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!!! What a fantastic stay! Loved the placeSo very beautiful Tremendously decorated to represent the era that the home was builtWill stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iryna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sven and John were great hosts! Very kind and sweet! Provided us with some extra perks and little complimentary drinks very polite and opened communication. The unique experience of staying in the place that just whispers antique and history! Very beautiful place! I absolutely loved the bath!! so awesome! It was very pleasant trip and communication for me personally as I have learned that these guys were helping Ukrainian refugees (ps I am Ukrainian) in Germany in their other rental properties! Well, I can sing some pretty good praises to Sven and John for being the great hosts. But most of all the place itself is the same amazing as they are! Highly appreciated and highly recommended by the 4 of us in my family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ailene B.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a hidden gem in the heart of Seneca falls! Easy to find. We stayed in the third floor apartment. The spot was beautifully and tastefully designed with ample space for 2 couples. The shower and bathroom were huge. Kitchen was spacious and had lots of supplies. Whoever designed this space has a great eye for antiques and renaissance flare. Great price, would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic apt

Exquisite decoration and reconstruction.The owner was always available to answer questions.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo Alene K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Victorian Apartment

The two-bedroom, one bath apartment was beautifully appointed with antique Victorian furniture, lamps, and thoughtful decorating touches. Sven and John couldn’t have been nicer. The only little wrinkle was the two flights of stairs to the third floor apartment. John and Sven had to help us bring our bags up when we arrived and down when we left. Other than that, a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pardha Mithra G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Stay

Apartment is located at the heart of the town. Walkable distance to restaurants and shops. Ambience is good and well maintained. Great choice if travelling with Family. Paintings are highlight with mid 1800 furniture. Ladies can have their portraits clicked on the chairs which are elegant. Most importantly the friendliness and warmth with which hosts John and Sven welcomed is admirable. Thank you both. Looking forward for another stay in future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional apartment

Our brief stay at this rental was excellent. Furnished with period pieces and beautifully appointed. Lots of special touches and lovely decor. Beds were extra comfy and owner was very pleasant and accommodating. It is on the third floor so not great for folks with mobility issues. Otherwise we would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cora B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A few property issues that the hosts quickly resolved

The property here is absolutely stunning, and was comfortable and clean to stay in. There were a few issues with our stay like broken AC, but the hosts were extremely communicative and were able to resolve all of our issues quickly, and even gave us a partial refund based on some of the issues with amenities. We enjoyed our time here and are hoping to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pati K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, historic, comfortable

A wonderful retreat, so tastefully decorated. Host was excellent responsive to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025