Steps from Keuka Lake.
Miles from ordinary.
J.S. Hubbs Guest House
About Us
Historic Charm and Modern Comfort in the Heart of Hammondsport, NY
Welcome to J.S. Hubbs Guest House, where family history meets modern hospitality. Nestled just steps from Keuka Lake and the Village Square, our property offers three unique accommodations: Hubbs Cellar, The Nautilus, and Junior's Suite.
Hubbs Cellar is a cozy, stylish one-bedroom retreat tucked beneath the main house, featuring a fireplace, wine fridge, bistro dining area, and handcrafted touches — perfect for a peaceful getaway.
Next door in the historic Carriage House at 19 Shethar Street, The Nautilus is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom lower-level unit, named in honor of our mother's work with Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, the father of the nuclear submarine.
Upstairs, Junior's Suite offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a large, comfortable living room — ideal for families or friends looking to relax and recharge.
Lovingly owned by our family since 1894, each space at J.S. Hubbs Guest House blends historic charm with modern comforts, inviting you to experience the beauty, history, and hospitality of Hammondsport.
Our Accommodations
Three distinct spaces, each with its own character
Hubbs Cellar
Cozy retreat steps from Keuka Lake
A charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment perfect for couples seeking a peaceful lakeside getaway. Located in the main house of the historic J.S. Hubbs Guest House, established in 1894.
The Nautilus
Spacious lower-level Carriage House living
A spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite occupying the lower level of our restored Carriage House. Ideal for families or friends looking for room to spread out while staying just steps from the lake.
Junior's Suite
Upper-level Carriage House retreat
A bright two-bedroom, one-bathroom suite on the upper level of the Carriage House, named after the Hubbs family's patriarch. Enjoy elevated views and a warm, inviting atmosphere for up to four guests.
What Our Guests Say
Don't just take our word for it
My wife and I spent a long weekend at Hubbs Cellar and absolutely loved it. The space is cozy and well-appointed with everything you need. Walking to the lake took just minutes and the village has great restaurants. Walter was a wonderful host and made sure we had everything we needed. Will definitely return!
Michael
Airbnb
Junior's Suite was the highlight of our Finger Lakes trip. Spacious, clean, and in the best location. The kitchen was great for making breakfasts before heading out to the wineries. Walter is an excellent host who truly cares about his guests' experience. We'll be back!
Daniel R.
Airbnb
Would absolutely recommend!
Amanda Pacenta
We stayed in Hubbs Cellar, and all of our expectations were exceeded. The space is clean, well-appointed, and perfectly located. Walter is an exceptional host. We will absolutely be returning.
Bill C.
Airbnb
Loved our stay at Junior's Suite. My family had plenty of room and the location can't be beat. Walking distance to everything. Walter was a great host and the space was spotless. Highly recommend!
Olivia
VRBO
Walter and his wife are gracious thoughtful hosts!! Our place was clean, cozy and quiet.. you need nothing but your luggage and food! Walter always responded with answers to every question I had!
Sherry Lare
Very clean, quiet and convenient. Host was very nice and easy to work with as was the check-in, check-out process.
Todd Boop
Booking.com
Such a beautiful and well appointed place. The information and instructions provided were excellent. Walter was responsive to queries promptly and cordially. We look forward to another stay at the Hubbs house soon.
Sandra Ebert
I loved staying in this Airbnb! It was extremely clean and had the most comfortable furniture. It was a quick walk to the lake and an easy drive to some of the best wineries. Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay here again
Heidi Wolf
Perfection.
Karen Zacca
Direct
Highly recommend Positive: JS Hubbs a 5. The owners are so thoughtful to stock the place with toiletries and abottle of wine. The place is like new and location is perfect. Checkin was easy. Dedicated parking spot.
Sumit Advani
VRBO
Heerlijk ruim superluxe appartement Positive: Geweldig appartement, alles perfect! Negative: Niks
Ine Giesbertz
VRBO
We checked out today but we didn't want to leave! This place is a gem. It's close to everything, the lake, the restaurants, The Over the Bridge Wine Bar, the wineries, and the museums. Very clean and well appointed. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend
Deborah Lynch
The place was great! Surprisingly spacious! Two king sized beds. Easy walk to the square and food. Walter was super responsive and helpful! Will def stay again!
Valerie Dent
After stay at a few different places in Finger Lakes over the years, we found a real gem and can’t wait to return! Positive: Very comfortable, spacious, well appointed. Pictures don’t do it justice! The perfect location is close to restaurants, shopping. Check in was super easy. Negative: Nothing to say here
Laura Jensen
VRBO
We checked out today but we didn't want to leave! This place is a gem. It's close to everything, the lake, the restaurants, The Hidden Cork, the wineries, and the museums. Very clean and well appointed. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend.
Deborah L.
Airbnb
We were glad we chose Hammondsport as our base for visiting Keuka Lake and even more thrilled with our choice to stay at this property. It’s spacious, comfortable & quiet. Walter communicated well. We hope to return someday.
Lori Garrett
Outstanding property in the heart of Hammondsport. Walter is a phenomenal host who goes above and beyond. The Nautilus was clean, modern, and had everything we needed. Steps from the lake and village. Cannot recommend enough!
Bill Derbyshire
Our stay at Walter’s place couldn’t have been any better. He was extremely welcoming, the place was clean, and he provided us with great recommendations for local places to visit. He was great at communicating and made us truly feel like his home was our home. We are looking forward to booking with him again soon!!
Olivia Surace
Junior's Suite was even better than we expected. The upper-level views are lovely and the space is bright and welcoming. Our family of four was very comfortable. Walter provided great tips for local wineries and restaurants. The walk to the lake is incredibly short. A truly wonderful experience!
Thomas
Airbnb
We stayed in The Nautilus & it was perfect for us, clean & the location is so close to the water & we enjoyed walking to the water. Walter was so helpful & answered any questions we had promptly. We do plan on returning soon.
Patty Olson
Airbnb
Walter is a great host and the home is extremely beautiful and clean! I travel 80% and stay in a ton of Airbnb’s and this place is at the top of my list! Every detail has been thought through and Walter is very proactive and makes sure you are comfortable and have all you need! The town is great and very walkable as well!
Chris Chiles
Walter was fantastic! We had a wonderful stay and will be back!!
Katherine Foltz
Airbnb
We wish we could give more than 5 stars! Walter’s place was gorgeous and a treat to stay in. It was within walking distance to all the restaurants in town and only steps away from the water. Walter was extremely kind, flexible, and communicative. He gave us great recommendations for a dog park in the area (which our dog loved) and a wine bar that we thoroughly enjoyed. He was able to check us in an hour early, and he even left us a bottle of wine as an anniversary present. The whole stay was wonderful and we can’t recommend it enough. We will definitely be back!
Doug Stansley
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